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... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 27 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...
... 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 27 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...
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... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the case 48 Replacing the side panel 48 Replacing the front bezel 49 Installing memory 50 Replacing the system battery 52 6 Troubleshooting 55 Safety guidelines 56 First steps 56 Troubleshooting 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64...
... 45 Opening the case 46 Removing the side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the case 48 Replacing the side panel 48 Replacing the front bezel 49 Installing memory 50 Replacing the system battery 52 6 Troubleshooting 55 Safety guidelines 56 First steps 56 Troubleshooting 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or DVD drives 57 Computer 59 Diskette drive 59 DVD drives 60 File management 60 Hard drive 61 Internet 62 Keyboard 63 Memory 64...
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... jack. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the memory card reader. For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 33. The button lights when the computer is accessed. 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. Press this button to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. www.eMachines.com...
... jack. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the memory card reader. For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 33. The button lights when the computer is accessed. 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. Press this button to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. www.eMachines.com...
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... correct power available. Plug a serial device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these screws before opening the case. Plug a monitor into this port. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this port. This jack is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for your computer. Remove these ports. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon...
... correct power available. Plug a serial device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these screws before opening the case. Plug a monitor into this port. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this port. This jack is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for your computer. Remove these ports. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon...
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... the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 7 Locate the old battery on its orientation. Dispose of used batteries following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 46. 6 For more stability, place your computer on the system board and note its side. To replace the battery: 1 Restart your computer, replace the system battery. You will need to install the new battery the...
... the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 7 Locate the old battery on its orientation. Dispose of used batteries following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 46. 6 For more stability, place your computer on the system board and note its side. To replace the battery: 1 Restart your computer, replace the system battery. You will need to install the new battery the...
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
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... the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that all connections are secure. ■ Make sure that you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is not full. ■ If an error message appears on . ■ If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that your hard drive is turned on the screen...
... the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that all connections are secure. ■ Make sure that you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is not full. ■ If an error message appears on . ■ If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that your hard drive is turned on the screen...
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... telephone service ■ The condition of the Internet computers to make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack. OR - Connecting to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having technical difficulties. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See...
... telephone service ■ The condition of the Internet computers to make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack. OR - Connecting to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having technical difficulties. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See...
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... information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Contact your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. Also make sure that the modem cable is disabled before using the modem. Your modem does not dial or does not connect ■ Make sure that the modem dialing properties are cleared and...
... information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Contact your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. Also make sure that the modem cable is disabled before using the modem. Your modem does not dial or does not connect ■ Make sure that the modem dialing properties are cleared and...
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If no data, or if you can turn down the modem volume. The Control Panel window opens. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 3 Click the modem you want to adjust...
If no data, or if you can turn down the modem volume. The Control Panel window opens. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 3 Click the modem you want to adjust...
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.... Type the keyword screen resolution in and turned on the display is connected to read ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls. 68 www.eMachines.com If the monitor is turned on, the power LED should be lit. ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. ■ Make sure that the monitor is not positioned too close to another monitor, electric fan, fluorescent light, metal...
.... Type the keyword screen resolution in and turned on the display is connected to read ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls. 68 www.eMachines.com If the monitor is turned on, the power LED should be lit. ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. ■ Make sure that the monitor is not positioned too close to another monitor, electric fan, fluorescent light, metal...
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... free from cuts or damage. Power Your computer will not turn on ■ Make sure that your power cord is connected correctly to your computer. ■ If your computer is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that the power cord is online. Many printers have an online/offline button that the power cable is unique. Help and Support For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start...
... free from cuts or damage. Power Your computer will not turn on ■ Make sure that your power cord is connected correctly to your computer. ■ If your computer is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that the power cord is online. Many printers have an online/offline button that the power cable is unique. Help and Support For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start...
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... set a default printer: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. www.eMachines.com 71 Type the keyword printer troubleshooter in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/Double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. Troubleshooting ■ Check the cable for instructions on installing the printer driver. The Printers and Faxes window opens. 3 Right-click the name of the printer you want to work offline: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel...
... set a default printer: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. www.eMachines.com 71 Type the keyword printer troubleshooter in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/Double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. Troubleshooting ■ Check the cable for instructions on installing the printer driver. The Printers and Faxes window opens. 3 Right-click the name of the printer you want to work offline: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel...
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...; Wait until files have an online/offline button that you are using external speakers, see a "Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the volume controls are turned off. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. 72 www.eMachines.com For more information, see "Adjusting...
...; Wait until files have an online/offline button that you are using external speakers, see a "Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the volume controls are turned off. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. 72 www.eMachines.com For more information, see "Adjusting...
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... service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 80 www.eMachines.com Contact with them could fall into such power lines or circuits. Appendix A: Power lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits...
... service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 80 www.eMachines.com Contact with them could fall into such power lines or circuits. Appendix A: Power lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits...
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... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 27 connecting 12 Caps Lock indicator 23 cards inserting memory card 32 installing memory card 32 removing memory card 32 slots 31 troubleshooting add-in card 57 troubleshooting memory card 64 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 48 opening 46 CD cleaning 44 inserting 34 playing audio 35 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
... 11 audio playback buttons 23 B battery replacing 52 bezel removing 47 replacing 49 broadband connection 27 connecting 12 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 27 connecting 12 Caps Lock indicator 23 cards inserting memory card 32 installing memory card 32 removing memory card 32 slots 31 troubleshooting add-in card 57 troubleshooting memory card 64 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 48 opening 46 CD cleaning 44 inserting 34 playing audio 35 recording 35 troubleshooting 57 CD drive identifying 33 locating drive 9 troubleshooting 57 using 33 cellular phone memory cards 31...
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... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
... folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 4 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9 I i.Link port 9, 12, 28 IEEE 1394 port 9, 12, 28 indicators Caps Lock 23 hard drive 9 Num Lock 23 numeric keypad 23 power 9 Scroll Lock 23 installing battery 52 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 front bezel 47 memory...
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... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer screen 42 cleaning keyboard 42 cleaning mouse 42 protecting from viruses 39 memory adding 50 installing 50 replacing 50 troubleshooting 64 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 31 using 31 microphone jack 9, 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
... M maintenance cleaning case 41 cleaning component exteriors 41 cleaning computer display 42 cleaning computer screen 42 cleaning keyboard 42 cleaning mouse 42 protecting from viruses 39 memory adding 50 installing 50 replacing 50 troubleshooting 64 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 31 using 31 microphone jack 9, 11 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 13 model number 13 modem cable 27 connecting 26 DSL 27 jack 12, 26 protecting from power surge 18 troubleshooting 64 monitor cleaning 42 port...
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... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
... memory cards 31 peripheral devices 28 playing audio CD 35 DVD 35 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70 USB port 9, 11 programs closing unresponsive 21 opening 25 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 11 R RAM See memory rebooting...
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... panel 60, 68 memory 64 memory card reader 64 modem 64 monitor 68 mouse 69 network 70 passwords 70 power 70 printer 70 safety guidelines 56 screen 60, 68 screen area 68 screen resolution 68 technical support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video...
... panel 60, 68 memory 64 memory card reader 64 modem 64 monitor 68 mouse 69 network 70 passwords 70 power 70 printer 70 safety guidelines 56 screen 60, 68 screen area 68 screen resolution 68 technical support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video...