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Contents Ethernet 27 Expansion cards 29 File management 29 Hard drive 29 Internet 31 Keyboard 33 Memory 33 Memory card reader 34 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Monitor 37 Mouse 38 Networks 39 Optical disc drives 39 Passwords 41 Power 41 Printer 42 Sound 43 Recovering your system 44 Creating recovery discs 45 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 46 Returning your system to its factory condition . 47 Telephone support 49 Before calling Customer Care 49 Self-help 50 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 51 viii
Contents Ethernet 27 Expansion cards 29 File management 29 Hard drive 29 Internet 31 Keyboard 33 Memory 33 Memory card reader 34 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Monitor 37 Mouse 38 Networks 39 Optical disc drives 39 Passwords 41 Power 41 Printer 42 Sound 43 Recovering your system 44 Creating recovery discs 45 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 46 Returning your system to its factory condition . 47 Telephone support 49 Before calling Customer Care 49 Self-help 50 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 51 viii
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Connects to devices such as a stereo) into this jack. Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack. Enables fast external disk access. This jack is user configurable ...
Connects to devices such as a stereo) into this jack. Supports high definition digital video connections. 5 Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack. Enables fast external disk access. This jack is user configurable ...
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... more information about connecting to a Web site. Sometimes Web pages display slowly. Type connecting to a Web site in the browser address bar (for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the World Wide Web. To connect to a Web site: 1 Connect to your Internet account. 2 Depending on the method you use... will determine how fast Web pages display. 13 OR On the current Web page, click a link to a Web site, click Start, then click Help and Support.
... more information about connecting to a Web site. Sometimes Web pages display slowly. Type connecting to a Web site in the browser address bar (for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the World Wide Web. To connect to a Web site: 1 Connect to your Internet account. 2 Depending on the method you use... will determine how fast Web pages display. 13 OR On the current Web page, click a link to a Web site, click Start, then click Help and Support.
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... want to your computer. Type downloading files in the folder that it . Help For more information about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support.
... want to your computer. Type downloading files in the folder that it . Help For more information about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support.
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... sure that all connections are listed in the Search box, then press ENTER. Help For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type troubleshooting in alphabetical order. 26 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are secure. • Make sure that your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC...
... sure that all connections are listed in the Search box, then press ENTER. Help For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type troubleshooting in alphabetical order. 26 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are secure. • Make sure that your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC...
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... message • Delete unnecessary files from . File management Help For more information about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type System Restore in the Search box, then press ENTER. 29 A file was accidentally deleted If a file was deleted while holding down... sure that you try to restore, then click Restore. Help For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. If the Recycle Bin was originally deleted from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup. Expansion cards The computer does not recognize an expansion ...
... message • Delete unnecessary files from . File management Help For more information about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type System Restore in the Search box, then press ENTER. 29 A file was accidentally deleted If a file was deleted while holding down... sure that you try to restore, then click Restore. Help For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. If the Recycle Bin was originally deleted from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup. Expansion cards The computer does not recognize an expansion ...
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OR - For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Internet See also "Modem (dial-up correctly. You cannot connect to the Internet • If you do not have a problem with your setup poster to ... you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that your account with your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that the connections have become damaged. Help For more information, "Modem (dial-up)" on page 34. See your Internet service...
OR - For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Internet See also "Modem (dial-up correctly. You cannot connect to the Internet • If you do not have a problem with your setup poster to ... you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that your account with your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that the connections have become damaged. Help For more information, "Modem (dial-up)" on page 34. See your Internet service...
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... browser. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open on your ISP for technical support. 32
... browser. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open on your ISP for technical support. 32
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... sure that a key is plugged in the Search box, then press ENTER. For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Keyboard The keyboard does not work after it dries, you know works to make sure that might be stuck, then restart your computer and unplug...
... sure that a key is plugged in the Search box, then press ENTER. For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Keyboard The keyboard does not work after it dries, you know works to make sure that might be stuck, then restart your computer and unplug...
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... it can cause the modem to see if that you are secure. Help For more information about dialing properties, click Start, then click Help and Support. Line noise is on the same line as 1). Dial a single number (such as the modem. When the dial tone stops, listen for noise or low...
... it can cause the modem to see if that you are secure. Help For more information about dialing properties, click Start, then click Help and Support. Line noise is on the same line as 1). Dial a single number (such as the modem. When the dial tone stops, listen for noise or low...
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...connection speed. If reducing the connect speed lets you can upload data is limited to the Internet • The ISP may not support 48K uploads. The problem may be too noisy. If your telephone service. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • Try another telephone line (either... a different telephone number in your ISP for technical support. • See if the modem works with a different communications program. Your 56K modem does not connect at a different location). If your...
...connection speed. If reducing the connect speed lets you can upload data is limited to the Internet • The ISP may not support 48K uploads. The problem may be too noisy. If your telephone service. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • Try another telephone line (either... a different telephone number in your ISP for technical support. • See if the modem works with a different communications program. Your 56K modem does not connect at a different location). If your...
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... the telephone, or another modem, it dials and connects When your computer. Help For more information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Monitor The screen resolution is plugged in the Search box, then press ENTER. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you can turn down and...
... the telephone, or another modem, it dials and connects When your computer. Help For more information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Monitor The screen resolution is plugged in the Search box, then press ENTER. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you can turn down and...
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For more information about changing the screen resolution, click Start, then click Help and Support. Mouse The mouse does not work • Make sure that the mouse cable is plugged in the Search box, then press ENTER. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • ...
For more information about changing the screen resolution, click Start, then click Help and Support. Mouse The mouse does not work • Make sure that the mouse cable is plugged in the Search box, then press ENTER. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • ...
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... network is clean and free of debris. Occasionally discs are enabled. 39 Help For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. You may be read by wiping the bottom with a clean, damp cloth.
... network is clean and free of debris. Occasionally discs are enabled. 39 Help For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. You may be read by wiping the bottom with a clean, damp cloth.
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Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Sound You are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the speakers are turned on. • Make sure that the volume controls ... speaker connections. • Make sure that the universal jacks are configured correctly. Help For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type sound troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. Type printer troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. 43
Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Sound You are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the speakers are turned on. • Make sure that the volume controls ... speaker connections. • Make sure that the universal jacks are configured correctly. Help For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type sound troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. Type printer troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. 43
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...options, you want to reset your system to factory condition, see "Creating recovery discs" on page 25 or in the technical support pages at the factory, see "Returning your system: 1 Create recovery discs as soon as possible. For instructions, see that product's documentation... your system to its factory condition. You can . For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. eMachines provides everything was working correctly, the problem may also involve reinstalling some time to create, but for recovering your system from significant...
...options, you want to reset your system to factory condition, see "Creating recovery discs" on page 25 or in the technical support pages at the factory, see "Returning your system: 1 Create recovery discs as soon as possible. For instructions, see that product's documentation... your system to its factory condition. You can . For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were pre-installed at www.emachines.com. eMachines provides everything was working correctly, the problem may also involve reinstalling some time to create, but for recovering your system from significant...
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If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have installed it according to the instructions provided with your computer, follow the on . • If a peripheral device, such ... are plugged in securely. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you have "how to complete the recovery. Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you use a surge protector, make sure that it . If you have a technical problem with it is supplying power. ...
If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have installed it according to the instructions provided with your computer, follow the on . • If a peripheral device, such ... are plugged in securely. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you have "how to complete the recovery. Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you use a surge protector, make sure that it . If you have a technical problem with it is supplying power. ...
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... click Help and Support. The case was dropped - Help For more how-to troubleshoot your computer - Self-help If you have taken. • Make sure that your computer is nearby at the time of this chapter. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to information about using your eMachines-supplied hardware...
... click Help and Support. The case was dropped - Help For more how-to troubleshoot your computer - Self-help If you have taken. • Make sure that your computer is nearby at the time of this chapter. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to information about using your eMachines-supplied hardware...
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You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 16 • If you keep your screen clean. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your ...
You may also access the Web site (http://www.acer.com/support/index.htm) for information on page 16 • If you keep your screen clean. For cleaning instructions, refer to the documentation that came with your ...
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... TO BEAM. Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices device. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse dialing, when this computer is connected to different numbers are spaced such that a separate telephone, not dependent on configurations, this...
... TO BEAM. Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices device. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no guarantee that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse dialing, when this computer is connected to different numbers are spaced such that a separate telephone, not dependent on configurations, this...