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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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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. 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
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...Diskette drive (optional) 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 audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and...DVD drive. Press this port. 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 into ...
...Diskette drive (optional) 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 audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and...DVD drive. Press this port. 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 into ...
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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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...USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio input (Line in an environment such as a stereo) into this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack so you can record sound on page 28. Plug a monitor into this port.... www.eMachines.com 11 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your computer is preset at the factory with the...
...USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio input (Line in an environment such as a stereo) into this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack so you can record sound on page 28. Plug a monitor into this port.... www.eMachines.com 11 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your computer is preset at the factory with the...
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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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... selection for your location is set correctly for your location before turning on the back of electricity coming into your computer during a power failure. Use the power selection switch on your computer. To verify that your system has the correct setting for an extended period of the world, such .... Caution If you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your system will be set the power supply to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be damaged. Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal levels...
... selection for your location is set correctly for your location before turning on the back of electricity coming into your computer during a power failure. Use the power selection switch on your computer. To verify that your system has the correct setting for an extended period of the world, such .... Caution If you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your system will be set the power supply to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be damaged. Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal levels...
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... for long periods. Important If for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com While in the power supply and system board remain energized. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . In order to turn off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click ...Turn Off Computer. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for some reason you turn off your computer Warning When you cannot...
... for long periods. Important If for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com While in the power supply and system board remain energized. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . In order to turn off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click ...Turn Off Computer. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for some reason you turn off your computer Warning When you cannot...
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... tab, then click the program that are not responding. Type the keyword adjusting volume in the top-right corner of the speakers. -OR- www.eMachines.com 21 To adjust the overall volume level using external speakers, turn it . For more information about five seconds, then release it on the front... 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 the keyboard. Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on page 22...
... tab, then click the program that are not responding. Type the keyword adjusting volume in the top-right corner of the speakers. -OR- www.eMachines.com 21 To adjust the overall volume level using external speakers, turn it . For more information about five seconds, then release it on the front... 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 the keyboard. Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on page 22...
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... run Windows Update: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Update. 3 Click Scan for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Magnetic fields can result in extremely expensive repairs that apply only to the software and hardware on both diskettes and hard drives. ■ Avoid subjecting... choose updates for your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. Type the keyword Windows Update in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. www.eMachines.com
... run Windows Update: 1 Connect to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Update. 3 Click Scan for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Magnetic fields can result in extremely expensive repairs that apply only to the software and hardware on both diskettes and hard drives. ■ Avoid subjecting... choose updates for your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. Type the keyword Windows Update in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. www.eMachines.com
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...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 computer and other parts of air that you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click... computer Keeping your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files. 4 When the program has finished, click Finish. Norton AntiVirus. www.eMachines.com 41 Use a damp, lint-free cloth to update your computer clean and the vents free from the wall outlets.
...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 computer and other parts of air that you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click... computer Keeping your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files. 4 When the program has finished, click Finish. Norton AntiVirus. www.eMachines.com 41 Use a damp, lint-free cloth to update your computer clean and the vents free from the wall outlets.
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...static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Do not lay components on the outside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer. Before opening the case... any surface. 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. www.eMachines.com 45 Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer....
...static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Do not lay components on the outside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer. Before opening the case... any surface. 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. www.eMachines.com 45 Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer....
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... any residual power from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com 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 ...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. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to internal ...
... any residual power from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com 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 ...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. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to internal ...
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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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... your computer to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it. - www.eMachines.com 51 The tabs on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. The amount of memory in your computer is... the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. 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.
... your computer to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it. - www.eMachines.com 51 The tabs on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. The amount of memory in your computer is... the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. 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.
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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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...To 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 a...sure that your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on and while the modem cable and the power cord are damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into your computer ■ Your computer was dropped ■ The case was damaged... or the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com
...To 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 a...sure that your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on and while the modem cable and the power cord are damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into your computer ■ Your computer was dropped ■ The case was damaged... or the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com
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... DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see the documentation that the disc label is configured correctly by the CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may... memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that you have copy protection software. Audio See "Sound" on page 70. Battery See "Power" on page 72.
... DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see the documentation that the disc label is configured correctly by the CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may... memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that you have copy protection software. Audio See "Sound" on page 70. Battery See "Power" on page 72.
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...the diskette down and restart your computer is full" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. Occasionally diskettes are using is not recognized ■ Shut down (unprotected). ■ The diskette may be read by the diskette ...drive. ■ Run Error-checking on the diskette. ■ Try a different diskette. www.eMachines.com 59 Diskette drive The diskette drive is IBM-compatible. ■ Try a different diskette.
...the diskette down and restart your computer is full" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. Occasionally diskettes are using is not recognized ■ Shut down (unprotected). ■ The diskette may be read by the diskette ...drive. ■ Run Error-checking on the diskette. ■ Try a different diskette. www.eMachines.com 59 Diskette drive The diskette drive is IBM-compatible. ■ Try a different diskette.