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... site 3 Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 4 BigFix 4 Online help 5 eMachines contact information 6 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 7 Desktop PC Front 8 Desktop PC Back 10 Identifying your model 13 eMachines model and serial number 13 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 3 Getting Started 15 Working safely 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your... Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 28 4 Using Drives and Ports 29 Using the diskette drive 30 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com i
... site 3 Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 4 BigFix 4 Online help 5 eMachines contact information 6 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 7 Desktop PC Front 8 Desktop PC Back 10 Identifying your model 13 eMachines model and serial number 13 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 3 Getting Started 15 Working safely 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your... Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 28 4 Using Drives and Ports 29 Using the diskette drive 30 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com i
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... DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64 ii www.eMachines.com
... DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64 ii www.eMachines.com
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Memory card reader 64 Modem (dial-up 64 Monitor 68 Mouse 69 Networks 70 Passwords 70 Power 70 Printer 70 Sound 72 Telephone support 73 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 73 Telephone numbers 74 Self-help 74 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 75 Index 83 www.eMachines.com iii
Memory card reader 64 Modem (dial-up 64 Monitor 68 Mouse 69 Networks 70 Passwords 70 Power 70 Printer 70 Sound 72 Telephone support 73 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 73 Telephone numbers 74 Self-help 74 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 75 Index 83 www.eMachines.com iii
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Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
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...the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you will be pleased with the best product possible. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you keep your new computer. If you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer ...hope that you will provide you with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to come. You have highlighted some basic care and safety ...
...the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you will be pleased with the best product possible. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you keep your new computer. If you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer ...hope that you will provide you with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for years to come. You have highlighted some basic care and safety ...
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.... Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product ...use the many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. www.eMachines.com 3 Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. ...
.... Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product ...use the many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. www.eMachines.com 3 Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. ...
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... following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To fix the problem, click on the Internet. For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. These topics are relevant to your...
... following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To fix the problem, click on the Internet. For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. These topics are relevant to your...
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You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you are using the program. Online help Online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can search for information by clicking a Help button.
You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you are using the program. Online help Online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can search for information by clicking a Help button.
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Chapter 1: Getting Help eMachines contact information To help you locate eMachines contact information, you can find the eMachines Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the front of your computer case. 6 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 1: Getting Help eMachines contact information To help you locate eMachines contact information, you can find the eMachines Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the front of your computer case. 6 www.eMachines.com
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Chapter 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 7
Chapter 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 7
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. DVD/CD drive DVD/CD drive (optional) Diskette drive (optional) USB port (optional) Hard drive access indicator Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack Model: S/No: eMachines help resources and Customer Care information Model and serial number 8 www.eMachines.com Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. DVD/CD drive DVD/CD drive (optional) Diskette drive (optional) USB port (optional) Hard drive access indicator Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack Model: S/No: eMachines help resources and Customer Care information Model and serial number 8 www.eMachines.com Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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...IEEE 1394 ports. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on page 30. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. www....eMachines.com 9 To identify your model and serial number. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as ...
...IEEE 1394 ports. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on page 30. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. www....eMachines.com 9 To identify your model and serial number. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as ...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port PS/2 keyboard Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio input (Line in) jack Telephone jack Case cover thumbscrew IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Case cover thumbscrew 10 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port PS/2 keyboard Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio input (Line in) jack Telephone jack Case cover thumbscrew IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Case cover thumbscrew 10 www.eMachines.com
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... a monitor into this port. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is color-coded blue. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch...
... a monitor into this port. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is color-coded blue. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch...
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For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a modem cable into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Component IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Icon Description Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack.
For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a modem cable into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Component IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Icon Description Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack.
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...of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model ...and serial number. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown...
...of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model ...and serial number. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown...
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... up a safe and comfortable work area. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your work area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Look away from your computer occasionally, and try to your...
... up a safe and comfortable work area. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your work area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Look away from your computer occasionally, and try to your...
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... you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sit with your back straight so your keyboard and mouse at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17
... you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sit with your back straight so your keyboard and mouse at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17
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... set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Caution If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable...
... set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Caution If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable...