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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 and 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 ...
...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 and 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 ...
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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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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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on when the hard drive 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 the optional diskette drive. This drive may be a CD, recordable...
... programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on when the hard drive 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 the optional diskette drive. This drive may be a CD, recordable...
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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 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.
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... printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded blue. Plug an external audio input source (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage ...this port. If your computer. Plug a parallel device (such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved to this port. Plug the power cord into this when your computer is in an environment such as a printer) into this connector. For more information, see "Installing a printer...
... printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded blue. Plug an external audio input source (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage ...this port. If your computer. Plug a parallel device (such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved to this port. Plug the power cord into this when your computer is in an environment such as a printer) into this connector. For more information, see "Installing a printer...
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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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...voltage selection A power supply is operating in the United States. The power supply should always be set to this , the voltage switch should be damaged. If your computer is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Make sure... this switch is typically set the power supply to the system board, add-in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. In ...
...voltage selection A power supply is operating in the United States. The power supply should always be set to this , the voltage switch should be damaged. If your computer is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Make sure... this switch is typically set the power supply to the system board, add-in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. In ...
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...used your computer for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, press and hold the power button for long periods. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com In order to "wake" it up your computer When you cannot use the Turn Off ...Computer option in Windows to turn off your computer. If your computer is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . ...
...used your computer for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, press and hold the power button for long periods. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com In order to "wake" it up your computer When you cannot use the Turn Off ...Computer option in Windows to turn off your computer. If your computer is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . ...
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www.eMachines.com 21 Type the keyword adjusting volume in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. 5 If your computer does not respond, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information see "Enhanced keyboard" on page 22. Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (rebooting) your computer...
www.eMachines.com 21 Type the keyword adjusting volume in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. 5 If your computer does not respond, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information see "Enhanced keyboard" on page 22. Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (rebooting) your computer...
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...then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows Update in extremely expensive repairs that you with a tailored selection of time, unplug AC power. Magnetic fields can always get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to-date. Use Windows...any liquid can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When storing your computer for Available Updates. www.eMachines.com Dust and dirt can result in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. New content is the online extension of your computer: ...
...then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows Update in extremely expensive repairs that you with a tailored selection of time, unplug AC power. Magnetic fields can always get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to-date. Use Windows...any liquid can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When storing your computer for Available Updates. www.eMachines.com Dust and dirt can result in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. New content is the online extension of your computer: ...
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...from dust helps keep your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files. 4 When the program has finished, click Finish. www.eMachines.com 41 Cleaning your computer To update Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited-time subscription to the Norton AntiVirus... service when you shut down your computer, the power turns off your system. To update Norton AntiVirus after the free subscription period, you must extend your subscription. 1 Make sure that has ...
...from dust helps keep your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files. 4 When the program has finished, click Finish. www.eMachines.com 41 Cleaning your computer To update Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited-time subscription to the Norton AntiVirus... service when you shut down your computer, the power turns off your system. To update Norton AntiVirus after the free subscription period, you must extend your subscription. 1 Make sure that has ...
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Before opening the case. www.eMachines.com 45 Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. Do not lay components on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Warning To avoid exposure to a ...strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted ...
Before opening the case. www.eMachines.com 45 Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. Do not lay components on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Warning To avoid exposure to a ...strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted ...
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... panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "First steps..." on page 56. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to drain any residual power from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case.
... panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "First steps..." on page 56. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to drain any residual power from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case.
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Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the side panel To replace the side panel: 1 Make sure that all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case. 2 Align the side panel, then slide the side panel toward the front of the computer to secure it into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrews. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. 48 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the side panel To replace the side panel: 1 Make sure that all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case. 2 Align the side panel, then slide the side panel toward the front of the computer to secure it into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrews. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. 48 www.eMachines.com
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... remove it. - Click/Double-click System. Installing memory 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on your computer. www.eMachines.com 51 OR If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on the...
... remove it. - Click/Double-click System. Installing memory 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on your computer. www.eMachines.com 51 OR If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on the...
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Replacing the system battery 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 48. 11 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 12 Turn on your computer. 13 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that you wrote down in Step 3. 15 Save all your settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. www.eMachines.com 53
Replacing the system battery 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 48. 11 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 12 Turn on your computer. 13 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that you wrote down in Step 3. 15 Save all your settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. www.eMachines.com 53
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... ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Type the keyword troubleshooting in...avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral device (such as...the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com
... ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Type the keyword troubleshooting in...avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral device (such as...the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com
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... CDs on page 72. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 70. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see the documentation that came with your computer. ■ Clean the disc. Battery See "Power" on page 44. ■ Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again...
... CDs on page 72. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 70. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see the documentation that came with your computer. ■ Clean the disc. Battery See "Power" on page 44. ■ Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again...
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... full or write-protected" ■ Make sure that the write-protection tab on . Computer Troubleshooting The computer will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Disk is not recognized ■ Shut down (unprotected). ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try... (unprotected). ■ The diskette may be read by the diskette drive. Occasionally diskettes are using the diskette again. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. www.eMachines.com 59
... full or write-protected" ■ Make sure that the write-protection tab on . Computer Troubleshooting The computer will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Disk is not recognized ■ Shut down (unprotected). ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try... (unprotected). ■ The diskette may be read by the diskette drive. Occasionally diskettes are using the diskette again. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. www.eMachines.com 59