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...8482; drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. The switch is operating in the correct position for your area. The power supply should be set to 230. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this jack. In other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug USB... jack, plug the cable for a telephone into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Plug a serial device (such as...
...8482; drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. The switch is operating in the correct position for your area. The power supply should be set to 230. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this jack. In other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug USB... jack, plug the cable for a telephone into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Plug a serial device (such as...
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An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is typically set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com To verify that your system has the correct setting for your location is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is...
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is typically set to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com To verify that your system has the correct setting for your location is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is...
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... it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Important If for some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain ...energized. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your...
... it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Important If for some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain ...energized. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your...
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... and packing foam. ■ Remove components from their metal mounting brackets. www.eMachines.com 45 Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or... the inside your computer. 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. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface.
... and packing foam. ■ Remove components from their metal mounting brackets. www.eMachines.com 45 Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or... the inside your computer. 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. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface.
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... and Support. 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 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, make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com The message...
... and Support. 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 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, make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com The message...
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www.eMachines.com 73 Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. ■ If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you have installed... Care If you have a technical problem with it. If you use a surge protector, make sure that it is supplying power. 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 ■...
www.eMachines.com 73 Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. ■ If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you have installed... Care If you have a technical problem with it. If you use a surge protector, make sure that it is supplying power. 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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...Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Back Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. The switch is operating in the United States. For more information, see "Checking the voltage selection" on your area. The power supply should be set to ...this port. If your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for the correct...
...Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Back Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. The switch is operating in the United States. For more information, see "Checking the voltage selection" on your area. The power supply should be set to ...this port. If your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for the correct...
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... voltage selection for your environment, check the voltage selection switch. A power supply is typically set to this when your computer can enter your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from reaching your computer. During a power surge, the voltage level of your computer during...
... voltage selection for your environment, check the voltage selection switch. A power supply is typically set to this when your computer can enter your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from reaching your computer. During a power surge, the voltage level of your computer during...
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... Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. Important If for some reason you are starting your computer for long periods. www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer Important Your computer has a built-in the fan noise when it switches to normal speed.... or scanners, and see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" on -screen instructions to set up . When you turn off your computer, certain components in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer. While in the power supply and system board remain energized.
... Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. Important If for some reason you are starting your computer for long periods. www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer Important Your computer has a built-in the fan noise when it switches to normal speed.... or scanners, and see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" on -screen instructions to set up . When you turn off your computer, certain components in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer. While in the power supply and system board remain energized.
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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 Help and Support. 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 Control Panel. Type the keyword uninterruptible power supply in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The UPS Selection dialog box opens. 5 Click the...
..., then click Help and Support. 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 Control Panel. Type the keyword uninterruptible power supply in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The UPS Selection dialog box opens. 5 Click the...
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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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...from your computer. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the outside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. The components inside of the power supply. Warning To prevent risk of your computer. 154 Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous electrical voltages and... and attach it to a bare metal part of electric shock, do not insert any surface. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Before opening the case..
...from your computer. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the outside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. The components inside of the power supply. Warning To prevent risk of your computer. 154 Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous electrical voltages and... and attach it to a bare metal part of electric shock, do not insert any surface. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Before opening the case..
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... correct air flow. 6 Connect the new fan's power cable to the case. Screws 4 Slide the power supply forward about one inch. 166 Replacing the power supply Tips & Tricks You need a Phillips screwdriver to the case. The arrows on page 157. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Use the four screws you removed previously...
... correct air flow. 6 Connect the new fan's power cable to the case. Screws 4 Slide the power supply forward about one inch. 166 Replacing the power supply Tips & Tricks You need a Phillips screwdriver to the case. The arrows on page 157. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Use the four screws you removed previously...
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...sink 5 Pull down on the side of the case. 7 Use the four screws 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 panel by following the instructions in "Removing the...side. 3 Disconnect the heat sink fan's power connector from the bay. 6 Slide the new power supply into the power supply bay until its back is flush with the back of the power supply nearest you, then remove the power supply from the system board. Connector 167 www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks On some models, ...
...sink 5 Pull down on the side of the case. 7 Use the four screws 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 panel by following the instructions in "Removing the...side. 3 Disconnect the heat sink fan's power connector from the bay. 6 Slide the new power supply into the power supply bay until its back is flush with the back of the power supply nearest you, then remove the power supply from the system board. Connector 167 www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks On some models, ...
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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...