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...power... this port. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with ... environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. For... more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is color-coded lime green. Plug powered...for a telephone into this jack. The power supply should be set to 230. In ...input (Line in the correct position for the correct power available. Plug a monitor into this port. This...
...power... this port. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with ... environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. For... more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is color-coded lime green. Plug powered...for a telephone into this jack. The power supply should be set to 230. In ...input (Line in the correct position for the correct power available. Plug a monitor into this port. This...
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...power supply is operating in the United States. Use the power selection switch on your computer. If you set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to this when your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is typically set to 230. 18 www.eMachines....com The voltage selection for your computer by connecting them to save your work and shut down your computer. In other areas of the world, such as this switch is supplied at a nominal...
...power supply is operating in the United States. Use the power selection switch on your computer. If you set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to this when your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is typically set to 230. 18 www.eMachines....com The voltage selection for your computer by connecting them to save your work and shut down your computer. In other areas of the world, such as this switch is supplied at a nominal...
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...will not be used your computer for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer, it up your computer When you cannot ...Important If for some reason you have not used for long periods. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, certain components in Standby, the power indicator flashes. While in the power supply and system board remain energized. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up .
...will not be used your computer for several minutes or have not turned off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer, it up your computer When you cannot ...Important If for some reason you have not used for long periods. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, certain components in Standby, the power indicator flashes. While in the power supply and system board remain energized. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up .
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... shock, do not insert 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. Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside ... metal mounting brackets. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case. www.eMachines.com 45 Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD...
... shock, do not insert 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. Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside ... metal mounting brackets. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case. www.eMachines.com 45 Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD...
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...■ Your computer was dropped ■ The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. First steps If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, ...If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com 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 have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ...
...■ Your computer was dropped ■ The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. First steps If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, ...If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com 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 have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ...
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...such as a keyboard or mouse, does not appear to a grounded AC outlet that is nearby at the time of your computer is supplying power. www.eMachines.com 73 The technician may have you have "how to" questions about using a program, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support ...with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of this chapter. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : ■ Online Help ■ Printed documentation ■ The Microsoft Windows documentation ■ The software publisher's Web site ...
...such as a keyboard or mouse, does not appear to a grounded AC outlet that is nearby at the time of your computer is supplying power. www.eMachines.com 73 The technician may have you have "how to" questions about using a program, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support ...with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of this chapter. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : ■ Online Help ■ Printed documentation ■ The Microsoft Windows documentation ■ The software publisher's Web site ...
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...support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video playing 35 virus protecting against 39 removing with ...Norton AntiVirus 39 voltage switch 11 volume adjusting 21 adjusting modem 67 controls 21 muting 21 troubleshooting 72 W Web site eMachines 3 Windows Product Key Code 13 Windows key 23 Windows Media Player 35 Windows Update 38 working safely 16 Z Zip drive port 9, 11 ...
...support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video playing 35 virus protecting against 39 removing with ...Norton AntiVirus 39 voltage switch 11 volume adjusting 21 adjusting modem 67 controls 21 muting 21 troubleshooting 72 W Web site eMachines 3 Windows Product Key Code 13 Windows key 23 Windows Media Player 35 Windows Update 38 working safely 16 Z Zip drive port 9, 11 ...
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Contents www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features 105 Recording audio 105 Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer 107 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 108 Adjusting the color depth ... Selecting a screen saver 112 Using an extended desktop 113 Changing the mouse settings 114 Changing Power-Saving Settings 115 Changing the power scheme 115 Changing advanced power settings 116 Activating and using Hibernate mode 116 Installing an uninterruptible power supply 118 Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer 119 Hardware security 120 Kensington lock slot 120 Data...
Contents www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features 105 Recording audio 105 Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer 107 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 108 Adjusting the color depth ... Selecting a screen saver 112 Using an extended desktop 113 Changing the mouse settings 114 Changing Power-Saving Settings 115 Changing the power scheme 115 Changing advanced power settings 116 Activating and using Hibernate mode 116 Installing an uninterruptible power supply 118 Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer 119 Hardware security 120 Kensington lock slot 120 Data...
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www.emachines.com Contents Updating Windows 142 BigFix 142 Managing hard drive space 143 Checking hard drive space 143 Using Disk Cleanup 143 Checking the hard drive ... replacing a CD or DVD drive 160 Replacing the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power supply 166 Replacing the heat sink 167 Replacing the front I/O panel 168 Adding or replacing an expansion card 171 Replacing the system board 172 Chapter 14...
www.emachines.com Contents Updating Windows 142 BigFix 142 Managing hard drive space 143 Checking hard drive space 143 Using Disk Cleanup 143 Checking the hard drive ... replacing a CD or DVD drive 160 Replacing the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power supply 166 Replacing the heat sink 167 Replacing the front I/O panel 168 Adding or replacing an expansion card 171 Replacing the system board 172 Chapter 14...
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..." on your computer is operating in the correct position for the correct power available. If your computer, make sure that this , the voltage switch should always be moved to Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Back Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from... cover thumbscrew Description Before turning on page 13. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. The power supply should be set to this port. CHAPTER 2: Getting to 230. The switch is preset at the factory with the correct voltage for your ...
..." on your computer is operating in the correct position for the correct power available. If your computer, make sure that this , the voltage switch should always be moved to Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Back Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from... cover thumbscrew Description Before turning on page 13. PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Parallel port Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. The power supply should be set to this port. CHAPTER 2: Getting to 230. The switch is preset at the factory with the correct voltage for your ...
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... damaged. Voltage selection switch 18 An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your system will be set to this switch is set the power supply to 115V or 230V. If your location is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory. A power supply is operating in the United States. The... as Europe, the utility power is operating in an environment such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from reaching your...
... damaged. Voltage selection switch 18 An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your system will be set to this switch is set the power supply to 115V or 230V. If your location is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory. A power supply is operating in the United States. The... as Europe, the utility power is operating in an environment such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from reaching your...
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...Waking up your computer Tips & Tricks For more information about five seconds, then release it. While in the power supply and system board remain energized. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for setup instructions. Windows shuts down ...notice an increase in the fan noise when the fan is in variable speed fan. In order to remove all electrical power from the wall outlets. www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer Important Your computer has a built-in Standby mode, move the mouse or ...
...Waking up your computer Tips & Tricks For more information about five seconds, then release it. While in the power supply and system board remain energized. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for setup instructions. Windows shuts down ...notice an increase in the fan noise when the fan is in variable speed fan. In order to remove all electrical power from the wall outlets. www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer Important Your computer has a built-in Standby mode, move the mouse or ...
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CHAPTER 9 Customizing Your Computer • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings • Changing the mouse settings • Changing Power-Saving Settings • Installing an uninterruptible power supply
CHAPTER 9 Customizing Your Computer • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings • Changing the mouse settings • Changing Power-Saving Settings • Installing an uninterruptible power supply
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..., then click OK. 118 Type the keyword uninterruptible power supply in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. Help and Support For more information about changing the power scheme, click Start, then click Help and Support....click the arrow. 4 Click Select. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the UPS tab. The Control Panel window opens. CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Installing an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click ...
..., then click OK. 118 Type the keyword uninterruptible power supply in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. Help and Support For more information about changing the power scheme, click Start, then click Help and Support....click the arrow. 4 Click Select. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the UPS tab. The Control Panel window opens. CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Installing an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click ...
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CHAPTER 13 Adding and Replacing Components • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink • Replacing the front I/O panel • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board
CHAPTER 13 Adding and Replacing Components • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink • Replacing the front I/O panel • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board
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... cards by following ESD guidelines every time you are extremely sensitive to internal components. Do not lay components on the back of the power supply. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on page 154. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the... cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn ...
... cards by following ESD guidelines every time you are extremely sensitive to internal components. Do not lay components on the back of the power supply. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on page 154. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the... cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn ...
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... in "Replacing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board and drives. 3 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the case. Screws 4 Slide the power supply forward about one inch. 166 The arrows on the new fan must ...power cable to the system board. 7 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 157. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure the new rear cooling fan to add or replace the power supply...
... in "Replacing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board and drives. 3 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the case. Screws 4 Slide the power supply forward about one inch. 166 The arrows on the new fan must ...power cable to the system board. 7 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 157. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure the new rear cooling fan to add or replace the power supply...
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... side panel" on its side. 3 Disconnect the heat sink fan's power connector from the system board. www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks On some models, you removed previously to secure the new power supply to the case. 8 Reconnect the power supply cables to the system board and to the drives. 9 Replace the side...the computer case on page 157. Replacing the heat sink 5 Pull down on the side of the power supply nearest you, then remove the power supply from the bay. 6 Slide the new power supply into the power supply bay until its back is flush with the back of the case. 7 Use the four screws you...
... side panel" on its side. 3 Disconnect the heat sink fan's power connector from the system board. www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks On some models, you removed previously to secure the new power supply to the case. 8 Reconnect the power supply cables to the system board and to the drives. 9 Replace the side...the computer case on page 157. Replacing the heat sink 5 Pull down on the side of the power supply nearest you, then remove the power supply from the bay. 6 Slide the new power supply into the power supply bay until its back is flush with the back of the case. 7 Use the four screws you...
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www.emachines.com Index using 60 NTSC/PAL jack 76 numeric keypad 21 indicator 21 O online help 3, 4 opening computer case 154 documents 37 files 23, 27 files ... Hibernate mode 9, 116 indicator 9 schemes 115 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 189 turning off computer 19 turning on computer 19 using UPS 118 power button 9 power supply replacing 166 uninterruptible 118 printer default 190 installing 13, 150 parallel port 10 sharing 59 troubleshooting 189 USB port 8, 11 printing documents 38 files across...
www.emachines.com Index using 60 NTSC/PAL jack 76 numeric keypad 21 indicator 21 O online help 3, 4 opening computer case 154 documents 37 files 23, 27 files ... Hibernate mode 9, 116 indicator 9 schemes 115 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 189 turning off computer 19 turning on computer 19 using UPS 118 power button 9 power supply replacing 166 uninterruptible 118 printer default 190 installing 13, 150 parallel port 10 sharing 59 troubleshooting 189 USB port 8, 11 printing documents 38 files across...
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Index www.emachines.com serial number 9 serial port 10 setting up safety precautions 194 sharing drives 58 folders 58 printer 59 shortcut menus accessing 23 shortcuts adding to ... technical support 191 telephone support 191 Web site connection speed 181 turning off computer 9, 19, 20 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 192 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18, 118 un-sharing drives 59 folders 59 updates security 126 virus definitions 124 updating virus definitions 124 updating Windows 142 UPS 18, 118...
Index www.emachines.com serial number 9 serial port 10 setting up safety precautions 194 sharing drives 58 folders 58 printer 59 shortcut menus accessing 23 shortcuts adding to ... technical support 191 telephone support 191 Web site connection speed 181 turning off computer 9, 19, 20 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 192 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18, 118 un-sharing drives 59 folders 59 updates security 126 virus definitions 124 updating virus definitions 124 updating Windows 142 UPS 18, 118...