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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...17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22...
... 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...17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off your computer 20 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 21 Adjusting the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22...
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...and for more information, see "Using the diskette drive" on page 30. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Turns on when the hard drive is color-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner,...device" on page 28. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into the memory card reader. This jack is turned on. 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 one of these...
...and for more information, see "Using the diskette drive" on page 30. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Turns on when the hard drive is color-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner,...device" on page 28. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into the memory card reader. This jack is turned on. 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 one of these...
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...For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. If your computer is operating in the United States. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this jack. Plug a serial device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ ...at 50 Hz. This jack is color-coded lime green. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your area. The switch is in an environment such as a printer) into this port. For more information, see "Installing a ...
...For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. If your computer is operating in the United States. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this jack. Plug a serial device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ ...at 50 Hz. This jack is color-coded lime green. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your area. The switch is in an environment such as a printer) into this port. For more information, see "Installing a ...
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... your work and shut down your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Caution If you run your computer for your location before turning on the back of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you set at the factory. Protect your computer to set to 115V or 230V. During an... power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. If your computer. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Use the power selection switch on your computer is operating in the United States.
... your work and shut down your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Caution If you run your computer for your location before turning on the back of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you set at the factory. Protect your computer to set to 115V or 230V. During an... power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. If your computer. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Use the power selection switch on your computer is operating in the United States.
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Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to your computer. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper... clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. www.eMachines.com 19 Starting your computer To set up your computer. 4 Turn on -screen instructions to set the voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers or scanners, and ...
Voltage selection switch Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to your computer. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on your computer. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper... clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. www.eMachines.com 19 Starting your computer To set up your computer. 4 Turn on -screen instructions to set the voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers or scanners, and ...
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... your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from your computer. Important If for long periods. Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com To turn off your computer, certain components in Windows to remove all electrical power from the wall outlets. We recommend disconnecting...
... your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from your computer. Important If for long periods. Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com To turn off your computer, certain components in Windows to remove all electrical power from the wall outlets. We recommend disconnecting...
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... in your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you have to close unresponsive programs and restart your computer. www.eMachines.com 21 Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on again. Help and Support For more information, ...then click Help and Support. Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer. Important If your computer does not respond, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information see "Enhanced keyboard" on the front of the regular startup process, a ...
... in your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you have to close unresponsive programs and restart your computer. www.eMachines.com 21 Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on again. Help and Support For more information, ...then click Help and Support. Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer. Important If your computer does not respond, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information see "Enhanced keyboard" on the front of the regular startup process, a ...
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... keys for different purposes. Press the corresponding key to the end of a document. Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is turned on. See the program documentation to open the Windows Start menu. Start program actions. These keys can also be used in Windows. Use these keys... to the beginning of a line, to the end of a line, up , down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to activate the function. www.eMachines.com 23 Show if your Internet home page, search, or e-mail programs. Use these buttons to adjust the volume.
... keys for different purposes. Press the corresponding key to the end of a document. Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is turned on. See the program documentation to open the Windows Start menu. Start program actions. These keys can also be used in Windows. Use these keys... to the beginning of a line, to the end of a line, up , down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to activate the function. www.eMachines.com 23 Show if your Internet home page, search, or e-mail programs. Use these buttons to adjust the volume.
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You could lose data. Caution Do not remove the memory card or turn off the computer while the card reader access indicator is blinking. Chapter 4: Using Drives and Ports Inserting a ..., the E: drive), then double-click the file name. Also, remove the card from the reader before you restart your computer. 32 www.eMachines.com Important Do not use a memory card: 1 Insert the memory card into the memory card slot as indicated in the previous table. 2...If you use the remove hardware icon, your computer will not recognize your memory card reader until you turn off the computer.
You could lose data. Caution Do not remove the memory card or turn off the computer while the card reader access indicator is blinking. Chapter 4: Using Drives and Ports Inserting a ..., the E: drive), then double-click the file name. Also, remove the card from the reader before you restart your computer. 32 www.eMachines.com Important Do not use a memory card: 1 Insert the memory card into the memory card slot as indicated in the previous table. 2...If you use the remove hardware icon, your computer will not recognize your memory card reader until you turn off the computer.
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Scan 3 Click the type of scan you want to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer and leave it off for at least 30 seconds. 3 Turn on your computer and rescan for Viruses area, then under Actions, click Scan. To remove a virus: 1 If Norton AntiVirus finds a virus, follow all on-screen instructions to make in the Scan for the virus. 40 www.eMachines.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer 2 Click Scan for Viruses.
Scan 3 Click the type of scan you want to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer and leave it off for at least 30 seconds. 3 Turn on your computer and rescan for Viruses area, then under Actions, click Scan. To remove a virus: 1 If Norton AntiVirus finds a virus, follow all on-screen instructions to make in the Scan for the virus. 40 www.eMachines.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer 2 Click Scan for Viruses.
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... can damage the finish on -screen instructions to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click LiveUpdate - www.eMachines.com 41 Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from the wall outlets. Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners... performing at its best. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your computer and other peripherals before cleaning any components. Always turn off , but some electrical current still flows through your computer. Norton AntiVirus. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the ...
... can damage the finish on -screen instructions to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click LiveUpdate - www.eMachines.com 41 Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from the wall outlets. Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners... performing at its best. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your computer and other peripherals before cleaning any components. Always turn off , but some electrical current still flows through your computer. Norton AntiVirus. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the ...
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...the LCD screen. Caution A flat panel display or computer LCD screen is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the keyboard, turn the keyboard upside down. Cleaning the mouse If the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer screen or becomes difficult to clean..., use a soft cloth and glass cleaner to control precisely, cleaning the mouse will likely improve its accuracy. With your computer and turn off your computer turned off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the inside of your optical mouse: ■ Wipe the bottom of the mouse with...
...the LCD screen. Caution A flat panel display or computer LCD screen is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the keyboard, turn the keyboard upside down. Cleaning the mouse If the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer screen or becomes difficult to clean..., use a soft cloth and glass cleaner to control precisely, cleaning the mouse will likely improve its accuracy. With your computer and turn off your computer turned off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the inside of your optical mouse: ■ Wipe the bottom of the mouse with...
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www.eMachines.com 43 Mouse rollers 5 Replace the mouse ball and lock the retaining ring into place. Cleaning your computer To clean your trackball mouse: 1 Turn the mouse upside down. 2 Rotate the retaining ring on the bottom of the mouse counter-clockwise, then remove the retaining ring and mouse ball. 3 Remove any dust, lint, or dirt from the mouse ball with a soft cloth. 4 Clean the mouse rollers with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol.
www.eMachines.com 43 Mouse rollers 5 Replace the mouse ball and lock the retaining ring into place. Cleaning your computer To clean your trackball mouse: 1 Turn the mouse upside down. 2 Rotate the retaining ring on the bottom of the mouse counter-clockwise, then remove the retaining ring and mouse ball. 3 Remove any dust, lint, or dirt from the mouse ball with a soft cloth. 4 Clean the mouse rollers with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol.
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...supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■...open the computer case. Before opening the case. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the back of your computer. www.eMachines.com 45 Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not...
...supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■...open the computer case. Before opening the case. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the back of your computer. www.eMachines.com 45 Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not...
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... avoid exposure to internal components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access 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...
... avoid exposure to internal components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access 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...
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... of the memory module and remove it. - Installing memory 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. When the module is shown at the bottom of the memory module... Category view). Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in the General tab. www.eMachines.com 51
... of the memory module and remove it. - Installing memory 4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. When the module is shown at the bottom of the memory module... Category view). Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in the General tab. www.eMachines.com 51
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...Replacing the system battery If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer. 2 During the restart, press and hold the F1 key. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Important Your...following the instructions in your computer on page 46. 6 For more stability, place your computer. Use a battery of the socket. 52 www.eMachines.com Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by following the manufacturer's instructions. The battery pops out of the same size and ...
...Replacing the system battery If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer. 2 During the restart, press and hold the F1 key. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Important Your...following the instructions in your computer on page 46. 6 For more stability, place your computer. Use a battery of the socket. 52 www.eMachines.com Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by following the manufacturer's instructions. The battery pops out of the same size and ...
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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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.... First steps If you have problems with your computer, try 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... from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care 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. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to...
.... First steps If you have problems with your computer, try 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... from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care 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. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to...
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... for the United States and Canada is 1. The regional code for Mexico is 4. To identify your computer. ■ Make sure that the volume controls are turned off. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Audio CD does not produce sound ■ Make sure that the disc label is facing up , then try again. ■ Some music... CDs have a DVD drive. You may not match. 58 www.eMachines.com A DVD movie will not play these CDs on your drive type, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on your DVD drive's regional code must match...
... for the United States and Canada is 1. The regional code for Mexico is 4. To identify your computer. ■ Make sure that the volume controls are turned off. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Audio CD does not produce sound ■ Make sure that the disc label is facing up , then try again. ■ Some music... CDs have a DVD drive. You may not match. 58 www.eMachines.com A DVD movie will not play these CDs on your drive type, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on your DVD drive's regional code must match...