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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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... your computer in addition to come. We sincerely hope that you will provide you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. We are provided with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Please... read this manual carefully to help you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you keep your new computer. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department...
... your computer in addition to come. We sincerely hope that you will provide you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. We are provided with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Please... read this manual carefully to help you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you keep your new computer. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department...
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...; Click Start, then click Help and Support. Help and Support opens. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. You can find... help information, troubleshooters, and automated 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 ...
...; Click Start, then click Help and Support. Help and Support opens. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. You can find... help information, troubleshooters, and automated 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 ...
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... Support screen, then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are located on the Internet. These topics are located in Help and Support and contain the words you entered in the Search...
... Support screen, then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are located on the Internet. These topics are located in Help and Support and contain the words you entered in the Search...
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You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help .
You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help .
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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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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. 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.
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...drive to listen to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into this button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Turns on . For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 28. Contains your drive, see "... about how to turn the power on page 28. Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. 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 jack. Plug an...
...drive to listen to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into this button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Turns on . For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 28. Contains your drive, see "... about how to turn the power on page 28. Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. 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 jack. Plug an...
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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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..., analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this port. Plug an external audio input source (such as a digital camera) into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a printer) into this port. This jack is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover...
..., analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this port. Plug an external audio input source (such as a digital camera) into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a printer) into this port. This jack is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover...
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Plug a modem cable 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. 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.
Plug a modem cable 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. 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.
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...Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for informational purposes only. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model .... Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for your operating system. www.eMachines.com 13 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location.
...Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for informational purposes only. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model .... Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for your operating system. www.eMachines.com 13 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location.
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... area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are flat on the floor Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not...
... area and avoiding discomfort and strain. Chapter 3: Getting Started Working safely Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are flat on the floor Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not...
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... desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. www.eMachines.com 17
... desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you type. ■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. www.eMachines.com 17
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... switch. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer by connecting them to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Checking the voltage selection A power supply is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory. To verify that has an antenna/cable TV jack...
... switch. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer by connecting them to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Checking the voltage selection A power supply is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory. To verify that has an antenna/cable TV jack...