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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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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. 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.
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..."Using the memory card reader" on page 31. Plug a microphone into this jack. 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. This jack is color-coded...) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Icon Description Use this drive to listen to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. To identify your model and serial number.
..."Using the memory card reader" on page 31. Plug a microphone into this jack. 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. This jack is color-coded...) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Icon Description Use this drive to listen to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. To identify your model and serial number.
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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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components.
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..." on page 28. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into these screws before opening the case. Plug a microphone into this port. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this port. Remove these ports. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch...when your area. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as Europe, the utility power is preset at 50 Hz. Plug a serial device (such as a printer) into this jack. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug the power cord into this port. This jack is color-coded blue. If your modem has a ...
..." on page 28. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into these screws before opening the case. Plug a microphone into this port. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this port. Remove these ports. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch...when your area. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as Europe, the utility power is preset at 50 Hz. Plug a serial device (such as a printer) into this jack. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug the power cord into this port. This jack is color-coded blue. If your modem has a ...
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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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... switch is set at 60 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is operating in the United States. Use the power selection switch on your environment, check the voltage selection switch. The power supply should be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer normally. If...
... switch is set at 60 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is operating in the United States. Use the power selection switch on your environment, check the voltage selection switch. The power supply should be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer normally. If...
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...off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com While in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to remove all electrical power from your computer is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. In order to "wake" ...it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. The Turn Off ...
...off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com While in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to remove all electrical power from your computer is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. In order to "wake" ...it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. The Turn Off ...
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...then click the program that are finished, Windows starts. Help and Support For more information see "Enhanced keyboard" on the keyboard. www.eMachines.com 21 Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you...to restart (reboot) your computer. To adjust the overall volume level using external speakers, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information about five seconds, then release it. Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on...
...then click the program that are finished, Windows starts. Help and Support For more information see "Enhanced keyboard" on the keyboard. www.eMachines.com 21 Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you...to restart (reboot) your computer. To adjust the overall volume level using external speakers, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information about five seconds, then release it. Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on...
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... under your computer. 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 extreme temperature changes. ■ Keep all liquids away from ... about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Windows Update scans your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. www.eMachines.com When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■...
... under your computer. 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 extreme temperature changes. ■ Keep all liquids away from ... about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Windows Update scans your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. www.eMachines.com When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■...
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... service when you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click LiveUpdate - www.eMachines.com 41 Norton AntiVirus. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep your computer performing at its best. You may want to clean... a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your computer, the power turns off your computer and other parts of air that you purchased your computer.
... service when you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click LiveUpdate - www.eMachines.com 41 Norton AntiVirus. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep your computer performing at its best. You may want to clean... a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your computer, the power turns off your computer and other parts of air that you purchased your computer.
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www.eMachines.com 45 Warning To prevent risk of your computer. Prevent ESD damage ...in your computer. Warning To avoid exposure 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: ■ Turn off your computer. ...are ready to use them. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on ...
www.eMachines.com 45 Warning To prevent risk of your computer. Prevent ESD damage ...in your computer. Warning To avoid exposure 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: ■ Turn off your computer. ...are ready to use them. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on ...
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... cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. 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 the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Warning To avoid exposure to internal components.
... cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. 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 the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Warning To avoid exposure to internal components.
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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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... amount of the memory module and remove it. - 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 is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Category view). Windows starts and ...7 Return your computer to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of memory in your computer. www.eMachines.com 51 OR If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory...
... amount of the memory module and remove it. - 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 is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Category view). Windows starts and ...7 Return your computer to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of memory in your computer. www.eMachines.com 51 OR If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory...
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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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... accessing internal components. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in a program, see "First steps" on page 56. The message may help . Chapter 6: ...damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support.
... accessing internal components. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in a program, see "First steps" on page 56. The message may help . Chapter 6: ...damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support.
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Audio See "Sound" on page 70. Battery See "Power" on page 72. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on your add-in card. You may be read by following the instructions in the ...
Audio See "Sound" on page 70. Battery See "Power" on page 72. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on your add-in card. You may be read by following the instructions in the ...
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...■ Try a different diskette. Delete unnecessary files on . Computer Troubleshooting The computer will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see the message "disk is full or write-protected" ■ Make sure that the write-...is down (unprotected). ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. www.eMachines.com 59 Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. ■ Run Error-checking on the diskette. ■ Try...
...■ Try a different diskette. Delete unnecessary files on . Computer Troubleshooting The computer will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see the message "disk is full or write-protected" ■ Make sure that the write-...is down (unprotected). ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. www.eMachines.com 59 Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. ■ Run Error-checking on the diskette. ■ Try...