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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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...service department will be pleased with fast, considerate service. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com We sincerely hope that you with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. Chapter 1: Getting...Help Thank you are sure that you will provide you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We are provided with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition....
...service department will be pleased with fast, considerate service. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com We sincerely hope that you with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. Chapter 1: Getting...Help Thank you are sure that you will provide you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We are provided with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition....
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... Care Web site at emachines.com/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 information about Windows and...a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help...
... Care Web site at emachines.com/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 information about Windows and...a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help...
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..., you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search Results list...
..., you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search Results list...
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www.eMachines.com 5 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 information by clicking a Help button. You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help .
www.eMachines.com 5 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 information by clicking a Help button. You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online 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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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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... 9 Contains information about your model and serial number. 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 the memory card reader. Contains your drive, see "Using the ...diskette drive" on page 33. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 30. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care.
... 9 Contains information about your model and serial number. 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 the memory card reader. Contains your drive, see "Using the ...diskette drive" on page 33. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 30. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care.
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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 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.
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... a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this port. In the United States, the utility power is color-coded blue. Plug a monitor into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a parallel device (such as this jack so you can record sound on page 28. The switch is preset at 50 Hz. Plug...
... a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this port. In the United States, the utility power is color-coded blue. Plug a monitor into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a parallel device (such as this jack so you can record sound on page 28. The switch is preset at 50 Hz. Plug...
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Plug a modem cable into this jack. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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 modem cable into this jack. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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
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... Certificate of Authenticity The 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 operating system. www...
... Certificate of Authenticity The 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 operating system. www...
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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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... Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com
... Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com
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... monitor controls are positioned parallel to your line of sight. ■ Place your keyboard and mouse at or slightly below the level of tasks. www.eMachines.com 17 Working safely ■ Adjust the height of your spine. You can use a pillow or cushion to distribute your weight evenly on the chair...
... monitor controls are positioned parallel to your line of sight. ■ Place your keyboard and mouse at or slightly below the level of tasks. www.eMachines.com 17 Working safely ■ Adjust the height of your spine. You can use a pillow or cushion to distribute your weight evenly on the chair...