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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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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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...The button lights when the computer is turned on when the hard drive is accessed. 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... keyboard, or mouse) into this port. You can also configure the power button to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). www.eMachines.com 9 Turns on . Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette...
...The button lights when the computer is turned on when the hard drive is accessed. 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... keyboard, or mouse) into this port. You can also configure the power button to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). www.eMachines.com 9 Turns on . Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette...
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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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...a PS/2 keyboard into these screws before opening the case. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a stereo) into this port. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this , the voltage switch should always be moved to this switch is in an environment such... device" on page 28. Plug a parallel device (such as a digital camera) into this port. If your area. Plug the power cord into this jack. www.eMachines.com 11 The switch is preset at the factory with the correct voltage for your computer is supplied at 230 volts at 60...
...a PS/2 keyboard into these screws before opening the case. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a stereo) into this port. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this , the voltage switch should always be moved to this switch is in an environment such... device" on page 28. Plug a parallel device (such as a digital camera) into this port. If your area. Plug the power cord into this jack. www.eMachines.com 11 The switch is preset at the factory with the correct voltage for your computer is supplied at 230 volts at 60...
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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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... set correctly for your computer during a power failure. Caution If you run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer is set to this , the voltage switch should always be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Warning High voltages can enter your... computer can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. In the United States, the utility power is operating in an environment such as Europe, the ...
... set correctly for your computer during a power failure. Caution If you run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer is set to this , the voltage switch should always be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Warning High voltages can enter your... computer can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. In the United States, the utility power is operating in an environment such as Europe, the ...
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...modem cable from the wall outlets. To turn off your computer. Important If for some reason you turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for several minutes or have not used for long periods. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Turning off ... it up your computer When you have not turned off your computer for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer Warning When you cannot use the Turn Off Computer ...
...modem cable from the wall outlets. To turn off your computer. Important If for some reason you turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for several minutes or have not used for long periods. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Turning off ... it up your computer When you have not turned off your computer for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer Warning When you cannot use the Turn Off Computer ...
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...■ If you are finished, Windows starts. Help and Support For more information about five seconds, then release it on page 22. www.eMachines.com 21 Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on the front of the speakers. -OR- Type the keyword ...and the volume 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, for about installing peripheral devices, click Start, then click Help and Support. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your...
...■ If you are finished, Windows starts. Help and Support For more information about five seconds, then release it on page 22. www.eMachines.com 21 Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on the front of the speakers. -OR- Type the keyword ...and the volume 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, for about installing peripheral devices, click Start, then click Help and Support. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your...
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...regularly, so you can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Type the keyword Windows Update in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. Dust and dirt can erase data on your ...computer up-to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Update. 3 Click Scan for Available Updates. www.eMachines.com Help and Support 38 For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Caring for ...
...regularly, so you can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Type the keyword Windows Update in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. Dust and dirt can erase data on your ...computer up-to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Update. 3 Click Scan for Available Updates. www.eMachines.com Help and Support 38 For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Caring for ...
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... ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your computer, the power turns off your computer and other parts of air that you purchased your computer. The LiveUpdate wizard opens. 3 Follow the on components. ...has finished, click Finish. Norton AntiVirus. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep your computer performing at its best. www.eMachines.com 41 Cleaning your computer To update Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, ...
... ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your computer, the power turns off your computer and other parts of air that you purchased your computer. The LiveUpdate wizard opens. 3 Follow the on components. ...has finished, click Finish. Norton AntiVirus. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep your computer performing at its best. www.eMachines.com 41 Cleaning your computer To update Norton AntiVirus: Tips & Tricks You received a free, ...
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...bare metal part of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Before opening the case. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. www.eMachines.com 45 Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages... Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only ...
...bare metal part of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Before opening the case. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. www.eMachines.com 45 Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages... Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Preventing static electricity discharge Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only ...
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... 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 dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 4 Remove the two thumbscrews from the... side 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 Chapter ...
... 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 dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 4 Remove the two thumbscrews from the... side 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 Chapter ...
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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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... 4 If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Category view). www.eMachines.com 51 OR 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 are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently...
... 4 If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Category view). www.eMachines.com 51 OR 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 are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently...
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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 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.
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... these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on the screen...; Make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer...
... these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on the screen...; Make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer...
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...flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. Battery See "Power" on page 72. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on your computer. ■ Clean the disc. Audio See "Sound"...up, then try again. ■ Try a different disc. For more information, see the documentation that you have copy protection software. www.eMachines.com 57 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ...
...flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. Battery See "Power" on page 72. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on your computer. ■ Clean the disc. Audio See "Sound"...up, then try again. ■ Try a different disc. For more information, see the documentation that you have copy protection software. www.eMachines.com 57 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ...
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...; Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be full. www.eMachines.com 59 Computer Troubleshooting The computer will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive...diskette again. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try using is down and restart your computer is turned on the ...
...; Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be full. www.eMachines.com 59 Computer Troubleshooting The computer will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive...diskette again. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try using is down and restart your computer is turned on the ...