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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 eMachines contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ... 22 Using optical drives 24 Features 24 Loading an optical disc 24 Identifying optical drive types 24 Playing discs 26 Creating discs 27 Using the memory card reader 28 i
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 eMachines contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ... 22 Using optical drives 24 Features 24 Loading an optical disc 24 Identifying optical drive types 24 Playing discs 26 Creating discs 27 Using the memory card reader 28 i
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... types 28 Using a memory card 28 Adjusting the volume 29 Configuring the audio jacks 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 32 Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 33 Preventing static ... Removing the front bezel 36 Closing the case 37 Replacing the front bezel 37 Replacing the side panel 38 Replacing the color panel 38 Installing memory 40 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 42 Replacing the media panel 44 Adding or replacing a hard drive 47 Replacing the heat sink and...
... types 28 Using a memory card 28 Adjusting the volume 29 Configuring the audio jacks 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 32 Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 33 Preventing static ... Removing the front bezel 36 Closing the case 37 Replacing the front bezel 37 Replacing the side panel 38 Replacing the color panel 38 Installing memory 40 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 42 Replacing the media panel 44 Adding or replacing a hard drive 47 Replacing the heat sink and...
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www.emachines.com Deleting unnecessary files 65 Checking the hard drive for errors 66 Defragmenting the hard drive 67 Backing up files 68 Scheduling maintenance tasks 69 ... drives 75 Display 77 DVD drives 77 Ethernet 78 Expansion cards 79 File management 79 Hard drive 80 Internet 81 Keyboard 82 Media Center 83 Memory 86 Memory card reader 86 Modem (cable or DSL 87 Modem (dial-up 87 Monitor 90 Mouse 91 Networks 91 Passwords 91 Power 92 Printer 92...
www.emachines.com Deleting unnecessary files 65 Checking the hard drive for errors 66 Defragmenting the hard drive 67 Backing up files 68 Scheduling maintenance tasks 69 ... drives 75 Display 77 DVD drives 77 Ethernet 78 Expansion cards 79 File management 79 Hard drive 80 Internet 81 Keyboard 82 Media Center 83 Memory 86 Memory card reader 86 Modem (cable or DSL 87 Modem (dial-up 87 Monitor 90 Mouse 91 Networks 91 Passwords 91 Power 92 Printer 92...
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Front Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer DVD/CD drive DVD/CD drive (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack 6
Front Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer DVD/CD drive DVD/CD drive (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack 6
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...cellular telephone, or other device into this button to turn the power on page 24. For more information about your drive, see "Using a memory card" on . This jack is color-coded pink. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on page 28. Plug USB (Universal.... 7 This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. www.emachines.com Component Icon Optical disc drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, ...
...cellular telephone, or other device into this button to turn the power on page 24. For more information about your drive, see "Using a memory card" on . This jack is color-coded pink. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on page 28. Plug USB (Universal.... 7 This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. www.emachines.com Component Icon Optical disc drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, ...
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Chapter 3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
Chapter 3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
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..., MP3 player, or cellular telephone. (Your computer's memory card reader may look different.) Activity indicator Memory card reader slots Memory card types The memory card reader supports several memory card types. Using a memory card Caution Before inserting a memory card into the appropriate memory card slot. 2 To access a file on the memory card, click (Start), then click Computer. Chapter 3: Setting...
..., MP3 player, or cellular telephone. (Your computer's memory card reader may look different.) Activity indicator Memory card reader slots Memory card types The memory card reader supports several memory card types. Using a memory card Caution Before inserting a memory card into the appropriate memory card slot. 2 To access a file on the memory card, click (Start), then click Computer. Chapter 3: Setting...
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... before you turn off the computer while the memory card reader access indicator is blinking. www.emachines.com To remove a memory card: • Wait for the memory card reader access indicator to re-enable the memory card reader. Caution Do not remove the memory card or turn the knob on the front ...of specific sound devices in the taskbar to remove the memory card, or ...
... before you turn off the computer while the memory card reader access indicator is blinking. www.emachines.com To remove a memory card: • Wait for the memory card reader access indicator to re-enable the memory card reader. Caution Do not remove the memory card or turn the knob on the front ...of specific sound devices in the taskbar to remove the memory card, or ...
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Chapter 4 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Replacing the color panel • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the media panel • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the heat sink and processor • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board 33
Chapter 4 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Replacing the color panel • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the media panel • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the heat sink and processor • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board 33
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...the two points against the front bezel, slide the panel release lever back to engage the panel's internal locking tabs. To install or replace DIMM memory: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 35. 2 For more stability, place your system... the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your computer on its side. Your computer uses DIMM memory. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you hear or feel a click, which is now fully locked into place...
...the two points against the front bezel, slide the panel release lever back to engage the panel's internal locking tabs. To install or replace DIMM memory: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 35. 2 For more stability, place your system... the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your computer on its side. Your computer uses DIMM memory. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you hear or feel a click, which is now fully locked into place...
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...emachines.com 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. OR If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in your computer. The amount of the memory... the new DIMM with the notches on your computer is secure, you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it. - Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click (Start), right-click...
...emachines.com 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. OR If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in your computer. The amount of the memory... the new DIMM with the notches on your computer is secure, you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it. - Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click (Start), right-click...
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...'s media panel may vary from that shown. The features included on your computer can contain various features, including headphone and microphone jacks, USB ports, and memory card reader slots. Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the media panel. To replace the media panel: 1 Remove the side panel by following the...
...'s media panel may vary from that shown. The features included on your computer can contain various features, including headphone and microphone jacks, USB ports, and memory card reader slots. Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the media panel. To replace the media panel: 1 Remove the side panel by following the...
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www.emachines.com 3 Remove all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You ... from the old system board by following the directions in "Replacing the heat sink and processor" on page 40. 4 Disconnect all memory modules by following the directions in the case, then secure it into the case, then install the four screws to secure the power...the system board up and out of the case. 8 Align the new system board on the screw holes in "Installing memory" on page 49, then install it out of your computer. 6 Remove the eight system board screws.
www.emachines.com 3 Remove all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You ... from the old system board by following the directions in "Replacing the heat sink and processor" on page 40. 4 Disconnect all memory modules by following the directions in the case, then secure it into the case, then install the four screws to secure the power...the system board up and out of the case. 8 Align the new system board on the screw holes in "Installing memory" on page 49, then install it out of your computer. 6 Remove the eight system board screws.
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Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 11 Connect all power and data cables using your notes from Step 4. 12 Reinstall any memory modules you removed previously. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 38. 56
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 11 Connect all power and data cables using your notes from Step 4. 12 Reinstall any memory modules you removed previously. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 38. 56
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...the device driver. 75 You may be able to play these CDs on your computer. • Some music CDs have a DVD drive. www.emachines.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are enabled. • Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc.... Audio See "Sound" on page 24. • Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean the disc. Add-in alphabetical order. For more information, see "Identifying optical drive types...
...the device driver. 75 You may be able to play these CDs on your computer. • Some music CDs have a DVD drive. www.emachines.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are enabled. • Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc.... Audio See "Sound" on page 24. • Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean the disc. Add-in alphabetical order. For more information, see "Identifying optical drive types...
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... and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. For information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. To run the Memory Diagnostic Tool: • Click (Start), type Memory Diagnostic Tool, then press ENTER. Memory card reader Drive letters for problems. Your computer restarts and runs... temporarily uninstalled using the Remove Hardware icon in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. You see a "Memory error" message • Use the Memory Diagnostic Tool to inspect your card reader will be re-installed. 86 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You want to play ...
... and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. For information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. To run the Memory Diagnostic Tool: • Click (Start), type Memory Diagnostic Tool, then press ENTER. Memory card reader Drive letters for problems. Your computer restarts and runs... temporarily uninstalled using the Remove Hardware icon in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. You see a "Memory error" message • Use the Memory Diagnostic Tool to inspect your card reader will be re-installed. 86 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You want to play ...
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www.emachines.com 3 Right-click the printer you want to use. See the guide that the printer is not...click Start, then click Help and Support. The Printers window opens. 3 Right-click the printer you want to add additional memory to clear the check mark. • Wait until files have an online/offline button that the printer is online. If the...ENTER. 93 You see a "Printer is full" error message • Make sure that came with your printer for adding additional memory. You see a "Printer queue is out of paper" error message • After adding paper, make sure that you may ...
www.emachines.com 3 Right-click the printer you want to use. See the guide that the printer is not...click Start, then click Help and Support. The Printers window opens. 3 Right-click the printer you want to add additional memory to clear the check mark. • Wait until files have an online/offline button that the printer is online. If the...ENTER. 93 You see a "Printer is full" error message • Make sure that came with your printer for adding additional memory. You see a "Printer queue is out of paper" error message • After adding paper, make sure that you may ...
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... buttons C cable modem 15 connecting 9 troubleshooting 87 Caps Lock indicator 21 card reader 7 cards adding expansion 52 inserting memory card 28 installing memory card 28 removing memory card 28 replacing expansion 52 slots 28 troubleshooting add-in card 79 troubleshooting Ethernet 78 troubleshooting expansion 79 troubleshooting... memory card 86 types of memory cards supported 28 case closing 37 opening 35 CD cleaning 62 copying 27 inserting 24 playing audio 26...
... buttons C cable modem 15 connecting 9 troubleshooting 87 Caps Lock indicator 21 card reader 7 cards adding expansion 52 inserting memory card 28 installing memory card 28 removing memory card 28 replacing expansion 52 slots 28 troubleshooting add-in card 79 troubleshooting Ethernet 78 troubleshooting expansion 79 troubleshooting... memory card 86 types of memory cards supported 28 case closing 37 opening 35 CD cleaning 62 copying 27 inserting 24 playing audio 26...
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Index replacing 42 See also optical drive troubleshooting 75 cellular phone memory cards 28 Certificate of Authenticity 3 cleaning audio CD 62 case 60 CD 62 computer screen 61 DVD 62 keyboard 61 LCD panel 61 mouse 61 ...
Index replacing 42 See also optical drive troubleshooting 75 cellular phone memory cards 28 Certificate of Authenticity 3 cleaning audio CD 62 case 60 CD 62 computer screen 61 DVD 62 keyboard 61 LCD panel 61 mouse 61 ...
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www.emachines.com See memory directional keys 21 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk Defragmenter 67 display cleaning 61 troubleshooting 77 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 23 dragging 23 drivers recovery discs ... adding 42 identifying 25 replacing 42 See also optical drive troubleshooting 75, 77 E editing buttons 21 electrostatic discharge (ESD) 34 eMachines contact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 2 eMachines contact information 105 eMachines Recovery Center re-installing drivers 97 re-installing programs 97 re-installing software 97 ergonomics 12 Error-checking 66 Ethernet...
www.emachines.com See memory directional keys 21 Disk Cleanup 65 Disk Defragmenter 67 display cleaning 61 troubleshooting 77 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 23 dragging 23 drivers recovery discs ... adding 42 identifying 25 replacing 42 See also optical drive troubleshooting 75, 77 E editing buttons 21 electrostatic discharge (ESD) 34 eMachines contact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 2 eMachines contact information 105 eMachines Recovery Center re-installing drivers 97 re-installing programs 97 re-installing software 97 ergonomics 12 Error-checking 66 Ethernet...