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...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... computer and computer accessories 17 Sitting at your computer 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your ...
...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... computer and computer accessories 17 Sitting at your computer 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your ...
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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 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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...turned on when the hard drive is accessed. This jack is color-coded orange. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) 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. This drive may be a CD...
...turned on when the hard drive is accessed. This jack is color-coded orange. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) 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. This drive may be a CD...
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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. 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.
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... the factory with the correct voltage for your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for the correct power available. Plug a monitor into this connector. Plug a microphone into this port. If your area. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer...
... the factory with the correct voltage for your modem has a telephone jack, plug the cable for the correct power available. Plug a monitor into this connector. Plug a microphone into this port. If your area. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer...
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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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... you run your computer for your location is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be set correctly for your computer to provide power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com To verify that your system has the correct setting for your location before turning on ...extended period of the world, such as this when your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to this , the voltage switch should always be moved to the system board, add-in the United States. Protect your...
... you run your computer for your location is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be set correctly for your computer to provide power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com To verify that your system has the correct setting for your location before turning on ...extended period of the world, such as this when your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to this , the voltage switch should always be moved to the system board, add-in the United States. Protect your...
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We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for several minutes or have not used for long periods. Important If for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . In order ...to turn off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer,...
We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for several minutes or have not used for long periods. Important If for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . In order ...to turn off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer,...
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... X in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. 5 If your computer does not respond, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information see "Enhanced keyboard" on the keyboard. The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the Applications tab, then click the program that are.... For more information about five seconds, then release it on the front of specific sound devices in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.eMachines.com 21
... X in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. 5 If your computer does not respond, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information see "Enhanced keyboard" on the keyboard. The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the Applications tab, then click the program that are.... For more information about five seconds, then release it on the front of specific sound devices in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.eMachines.com 21
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...Update to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to extreme temperature changes. ■ Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. www.eMachines.com Dust and dirt can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty. ■ Avoid dusty or dirty work ...internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Updating Windows Windows Update is added to the site regularly, so you can erase data on your computer. Windows Update scans your computer ...
...Update to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to extreme temperature changes. ■ Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. www.eMachines.com Dust and dirt can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty. ■ Avoid dusty or dirty work ...internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan. ■ When storing your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Updating Windows Windows Update is added to the site regularly, so you can erase data on your computer. Windows Update scans your computer ...
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...shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep your subscription. 1 Make sure that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you purchased your computer. www.eMachines.com 41 The ...Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited-time subscription to the Norton AntiVirus service when you shut down your computer, the power turns off your computer and other parts of air that you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, ...
...shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep your subscription. 1 Make sure that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you purchased your computer. www.eMachines.com 41 The ...Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited-time subscription to the Norton AntiVirus service when you shut down your computer, the power turns off your computer and other parts of air that you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, ...
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...avoid exposure to use them. 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. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components...Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). www.eMachines.com 45 Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. ■...
...avoid exposure to use them. 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. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components...Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). www.eMachines.com 45 Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. ■...
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... panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "First steps" on page 56. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to internal components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to drain any... panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the...
... panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "First steps" on page 56. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to internal components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to drain any... panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the...
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Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the side panel To replace the side panel: 1 Make sure that all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case. 2 Align the side panel, then slide the side panel toward the front of the computer to secure it into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrews. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. 48 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the side panel To replace the side panel: 1 Make sure that all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not be pinched when you close the case. 2 Align the side panel, then slide the side panel toward the front of the computer to secure it into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrews. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. 48 www.eMachines.com
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...the bottom of the System Properties dialog box in the General tab. The amount of memory in your computer. Click/Double-click System. www.eMachines.com 51 The tabs on the sides of the memory module and remove it. - Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click ...click Performance and Maintenance (if in Category view). Installing memory 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on your computer is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" ...
...the bottom of the System Properties dialog box in the General tab. The amount of memory in your computer. Click/Double-click System. www.eMachines.com 51 The tabs on the sides of the memory module and remove it. - Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click ...click Performance and Maintenance (if in Category view). Installing memory 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on your computer is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" ...
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Replacing the system battery 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 48. 11 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 12 Turn on your computer. 13 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that you wrote down in Step 3. 15 Save all your settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. www.eMachines.com 53
Replacing the system battery 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 48. 11 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 12 Turn on your computer. 13 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that you wrote down in Step 3. 15 Save all your settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. www.eMachines.com 53
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Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing ...the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that 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...
Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing ...the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that 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...
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... the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 70. www.eMachines.com 57 Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make... recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. Battery See "Power" on page 44. ■ Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. ■ Try a different disc.
... the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 70. www.eMachines.com 57 Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make... recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. Battery See "Power" on page 44. ■ Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. ■ Try a different disc.
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...are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try again. ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Disk is down (unprotected). ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try using ... of the diskette is full" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. If errors are flawed and cannot be full. www.eMachines.com 59 Occasionally diskettes are detected and corrected, try again. ■ Make sure that the write-protection tab on . Diskette drive The diskette...
...are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try again. ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Disk is down (unprotected). ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try using ... of the diskette is full" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. If errors are flawed and cannot be full. www.eMachines.com 59 Occasionally diskettes are detected and corrected, try again. ■ Make sure that the write-protection tab on . Diskette drive The diskette...