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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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...that you will be pleased with fast, considerate service. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com to provide best-of your new computer. You have highlighted some basic care and safety information to ensure that you are ... that you with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to help you for years to our customers - ...
...that you will be pleased with fast, considerate service. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com to provide best-of your new computer. You have highlighted some basic care and safety information to ensure that you are ... that you with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to help you for years to our customers - ...
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... start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 3 Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides...
... start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 3 Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides...
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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 Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located...
... 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 Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located...
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You can access most online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button.
You can access most online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or 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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...3.5-inch diskette into this jack. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones...device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader. www.eMachines.com 9 Plug a microphone into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital ...
...3.5-inch diskette into this jack. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones...device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader. www.eMachines.com 9 Plug a microphone into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital ...
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Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. 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
Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. 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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... should always be moved to this port. This jack is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. This jack is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this connector. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28...
... should always be moved to this port. This jack is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. This jack is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this connector. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28...
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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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a modem cable into this jack.
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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a modem cable into this jack.
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... the product key code for your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Identifying your model Identifying 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...
... the product key code for your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Identifying your model Identifying 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...
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... and arms are parallel to the floor Screen is perpendicular to focus on the monitor screen or shine directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your computer occasionally, and try to your line of sight Feet are setting up your computer desk and...
... and arms are parallel to the floor Screen is perpendicular to focus on the monitor screen or shine directly into your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Do not use your computer in your computer occasionally, and try to your line of sight Feet are setting up your computer desk and...
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... below the level of sight. ■ Place your elbow. You should be perpendicular to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your wrists. www.eMachines.com 17
... below the level of sight. ■ Place your elbow. You should be perpendicular to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your wrists. www.eMachines.com 17
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.... During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Caution If you run your computer for your environment, check the voltage selection switch. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your...
.... During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Caution If you run your computer for your environment, check the voltage selection switch. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your...