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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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... will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all 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 ensure that you keep your new computer.... manual carefully to familiarize yourself with our range of your computer in addition to our customers - Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with the outstanding ...
... will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all 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 ensure that you keep your new computer.... manual carefully to familiarize yourself with our range of your computer in addition to our customers - Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with the outstanding ...
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...support/. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support opens. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of ...your computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and ...
...support/. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support opens. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of ...your computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, and ...
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... your computer for and access these topics. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you want to open BigFix.
... your computer for and access these topics. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you want to open BigFix.
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You can access most online help Many programs provide information online so you are using the program. Online help Online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you can search for information by clicking a Help button.
You can access most online help Many programs provide information online so you are using the program. Online help Online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you can search for information 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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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. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
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.... Press this jack. Plug a microphone into this drive to listen to turn the power on . 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 button to audio...more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on drive type). You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. www.eMachines.com 9 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into ...
.... Press this jack. Plug a microphone into this drive to listen to turn the power on . 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 button to audio...more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on drive type). You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. www.eMachines.com 9 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into ...
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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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... 230 volts at 50 Hz. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other areas of the world, such as a stereo) into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 This jack is color-coded blue. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your computer. This jack is...
... 230 volts at 50 Hz. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other areas of the world, such as a stereo) into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 This jack is color-coded blue. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your computer. This jack is...
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Plug a modem cable into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. 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 this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports.
Plug a modem cable into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. 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 this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports.
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... that identifies your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. www.eMachines.com 13 Identifying your model Identifying your computer model and serial number. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label...
... that identifies your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. www.eMachines.com 13 Identifying your model Identifying your computer model and serial number. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label...
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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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... your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Look away from your computer occasionally, and try to your line of sight Feet are parallel to the floor Screen is the appropriate height...
... your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Look away from your computer occasionally, and try to your line of sight Feet are parallel to the floor Screen is the appropriate height...
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... your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. www.eMachines.com 17 Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is tilted...
... your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. www.eMachines.com 17 Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is tilted...