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...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... computer accessories 17 Sitting at your computer 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 ...
...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... computer accessories 17 Sitting at your computer 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 ...
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...ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. We sincerely hope that you with our range of your computer in addition to come. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service ...department will provide you are sure that you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com eMachines stands behind our value...
...ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. We sincerely hope that you with our range of your computer in addition to come. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service ...department will provide you are sure that you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com eMachines stands behind our value...
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... Help and Support and are located on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. To view a list...: ■ Suggested Topics - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to search for and access these topics...
... Help and Support and are located on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. To view a list...: ■ Suggested Topics - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to search for and access these topics...
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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display • Installing peripheral devices 15
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display • Installing peripheral devices 15
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...always be moved to this switch is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Protect your environment, check the voltage selection switch. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to far above normal levels and...60 Hz. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you run your computer for your computer to provide ...
...always be moved to this switch is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Protect your environment, check the voltage selection switch. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to far above normal levels and...60 Hz. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you run your computer for your computer to provide ...
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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 arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help. Type the keyword troubleshooting in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you...
... the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help. Type the keyword troubleshooting in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you...
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...Make sure that the disc label is configured correctly by the CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs ... recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. www.eMachines.com 57 Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the...
...Make sure that the disc label is configured correctly by the CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs ... recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. www.eMachines.com 57 Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the...
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... restart your computer. ■ Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to restart your computer. ■ If your files to another drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a "Data error" message This may be lost when you ...the Search box , then click the arrow. Help and Support For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 61 You see an "Insufficient disk space" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup. ■ Empty ...
... restart your computer. ■ Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to restart your computer. ■ If your files to another drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a "Data error" message This may be lost when you ...the Search box , then click the arrow. Help and Support For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 61 You see an "Insufficient disk space" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup. ■ Empty ...
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...have been made correctly. - Connecting to a Web site takes too long Many factors can occur when you have a problem with your computer 62 www.eMachines.com Contact your ISP may be having technical difficulties. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your local... which you connect and the number of users accessing those computers ■ The complexity of the Internet computers to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of the telephone lines in the Search box , then click the arrow. Chapter 6: ...
...have been made correctly. - Connecting to a Web site takes too long Many factors can occur when you have a problem with your computer 62 www.eMachines.com Contact your ISP may be having technical difficulties. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your local... which you connect and the number of users accessing those computers ■ The complexity of the Internet computers to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of the telephone lines in the Search box , then click the arrow. Chapter 6: ...
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... the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Dialing Rules tab. 3 Click the location from corrosion and all settings are correct. www.eMachines.com 65 These lines do not work correctly. Dial a single number (such as the modem. Help and Support For more information about dialing ...If your telephone service. ■ Try connecting with your telephone. Make sure that is on this line, call your Control Panel is a common problem that can connect on the same line as 1). The telephone line may be too noisy. The faster the modem, the less line noise it can...
... the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Dialing Rules tab. 3 Click the location from corrosion and all settings are correct. www.eMachines.com 65 These lines do not work correctly. Dial a single number (such as the modem. Help and Support For more information about dialing ...If your telephone service. ■ Try connecting with your telephone. Make sure that is on this line, call your Control Panel is a common problem that can connect on the same line as 1). The telephone line may be too noisy. The faster the modem, the less line noise it can...
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..., or ISP limitations, may not support 48K uploads. Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with a different communications program. The problem may be with your computer has a v.90 modem, the speed at which you have been made correctly. ■ ...View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click/Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 66 www.eMachines.com The modem is limited to the Internet ■ The ISP may be having technical difficulties. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You cannot connect to 33...
..., or ISP limitations, may not support 48K uploads. Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with a different communications program. The problem may be with your computer has a v.90 modem, the speed at which you have been made correctly. ■ ...View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click/Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 66 www.eMachines.com The modem is limited to the Internet ■ The ISP may be having technical difficulties. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You cannot connect to 33...
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... 73 If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have "how to the instructions provided with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have taken. ■...call. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. Telephone support Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps.
... 73 If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have "how to the instructions provided with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have taken. ■...call. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. Telephone support Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps.
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... should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is required for use a computer or other entity, or individual. The telephone company may be connected to your fax communication software ...prevent degradation of service in some cases, the inside wiring associated with a modular plug is resolved. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com Contact the state public utility commission or public service commission for details on a telephone line may be provided to the dispatcher...
... should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is required for use a computer or other entity, or individual. The telephone company may be connected to your fax communication software ...prevent degradation of service in some cases, the inside wiring associated with a modular plug is resolved. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com Contact the state public utility commission or public service commission for details on a telephone line may be provided to the dispatcher...
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... 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... shortcut menus accessing 25 shortcuts opening menu 25 shutting down computer 20, 21 side panel removing 46 replacing 46 sound adjusting 21 controls 21 www.eMachines.com 87
... 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... shortcut menus accessing 25 shortcuts opening menu 25 shutting down computer 20, 21 side panel removing 46 replacing 46 sound adjusting 21 controls 21 www.eMachines.com 87