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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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... be pleased with the best product possible. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We sincerely hope that you keep your new computer. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control ...tests to our customers - If you are sure that you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to ensure that you will provide you for years to high-quality,...
... be pleased with the best product possible. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We sincerely hope that you keep your new computer. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control ...tests to our customers - If you are sure that you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to ensure that you will provide you for years to high-quality,...
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Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support.... Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and Support opens. 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 information ...
Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support.... Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and Support opens. 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 information ...
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It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. These topics are relevant to view. BigFix BigFix monitors your ...
It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. These topics are relevant to view. BigFix BigFix monitors your ...
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Online help Online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. You can access most 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 Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by clicking a Help button.
Online help Online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. You can access most 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 Many programs provide information online so 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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...Using the memory card reader" on page 28. Turns on page 30. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. www.eMachines.com 9 Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. For more ..., scanner, or other devices into the optional diskette drive. This jack is color-coded orange. 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 drive to...
...Using the memory card reader" on page 28. Turns on page 30. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. www.eMachines.com 9 Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. For more ..., scanner, or other devices into the optional diskette drive. This jack is color-coded orange. 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 drive to...
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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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... sure that this switch is color-coded red or pink. If your computer is operating in the correct position for a telephone into this jack. www.eMachines.com 11 The power supply should be set to 230. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50...
... sure that this switch is color-coded red or pink. If your computer is operating in the correct position for a telephone into this jack. www.eMachines.com 11 The power supply should be set to 230. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50...
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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 this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com 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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports.
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 this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com 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 one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports.
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... the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13 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...
... the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13 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...
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... chair, make sure that the desk is perpendicular to focus on your eyes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in...
... chair, make sure that the desk is perpendicular to focus on your eyes. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in...
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... up the work . ■ Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. This position lets your elbow. www.eMachines.com 17
... up the work . ■ Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. This position lets your elbow. www.eMachines.com 17
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... 50 Hz. Make sure this when your computer is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to the system board, add-in the United...
... 50 Hz. Make sure this when your computer is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to the system board, add-in the United...