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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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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. 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
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...optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Icon Description Use this drive to listen to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable ... or other peripheral device" on . You can also configure the power button to turn the power on page 31. 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 ...
...optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Icon Description Use this drive to listen to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable ... or other peripheral device" on . You can also configure the power button to turn the power on page 31. 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 ...
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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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... these screws before opening the case. If your area. This jack is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 If your computer is operating in the correct position for a telephone into this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this connector. Plug a serial device (such as...
... these screws before opening the case. If your area. This jack is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 If your computer is operating in the correct position for a telephone into this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this connector. Plug a serial device (such as...
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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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..., the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer to provide power to 115V or 230V. Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Checking the voltage selection A power supply is typically set to this , the voltage switch should always be...
..., the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer to provide power to 115V or 230V. Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Checking the voltage selection A power supply is typically set to this , the voltage switch should always be...
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... energized. To turn off your computer. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off... Computer. In order to remove all electrical power from your computer for long periods. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens...
... energized. To turn off your computer. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 20 www.eMachines.com Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off... Computer. In order to remove all electrical power from your computer for long periods. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens...
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...the front 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 about five seconds, then release it on the keyboard. As a part of specific sound devices in the Search box...Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the Applications tab, then click the program that are finished, Windows starts. www.eMachines.com 21 For more information, for about installing peripheral devices, click Start, then click Help and Support. Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (...
...the front 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 about five seconds, then release it on the keyboard. As a part of specific sound devices in the Search box...Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the Applications tab, then click the program that are finished, Windows starts. www.eMachines.com 21 For more information, for about installing peripheral devices, click Start, then click Help and Support. Restarting (rebooting) your computer Restarting (...
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...Click Scan for Available Updates. Help and Support 38 For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com Windows Update scans your computer and provides you with a tailored selection of updates that are not covered under your warranty. ■ Avoid...Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. Use Windows Update to choose updates for your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Updating Windows Windows Update is added to the site regularly, so you can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ...
...Click Scan for Available Updates. Help and Support 38 For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com Windows Update scans your computer and provides you with a tailored selection of updates that are not covered under your warranty. ■ Avoid...Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. Use Windows Update to choose updates for your computer for an extended period of time, unplug AC power. Updating Windows Windows Update is added to the site regularly, so you can clog the internal mechanisms. ■ Do not block the ...
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...service when you purchased your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files. 4 When the program has finished, click Finish. www.eMachines.com 41 To update Norton AntiVirus after the free subscription period, you must extend your subscription. 1 Make sure that has a narrow, ... ■ 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 peripherals before cleaning any components. You may want to gather these items and put together a computer cleaning ...
...service when you purchased your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files. 4 When the program has finished, click Finish. www.eMachines.com 41 To update Norton AntiVirus after the free subscription period, you must extend your subscription. 1 Make sure that has a narrow, ... ■ 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 peripherals before cleaning any components. You may want to gather these items and put together a computer cleaning ...
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www.eMachines.com 45 Before opening the case. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the outside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when...mounting brackets. Do not lay components on the cards. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer. ■ Wear...
www.eMachines.com 45 Before opening the case. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the outside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when...mounting brackets. Do not lay components on the cards. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer. ■ Wear...
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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 ..., then lift the panel away from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. Warning To avoid exposure to drain any residual power from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case ...
... 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 ..., then lift the panel away from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. Warning To avoid exposure to drain any residual power from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case ...
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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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www.eMachines.com 51 The amount of the System Properties dialog box in the General tab. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control ... side panel by following the instructions 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. The tabs on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. OR If you are removing...
www.eMachines.com 51 The amount of the System Properties dialog box in the General tab. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control ... side panel by following the instructions 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. The tabs on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. OR If you are removing...
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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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...To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral device (such as a... Instead, unplug your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in a program, see "... or the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com
...To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral device (such as a... Instead, unplug your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in a program, see "... or the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com
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www.eMachines.com 57 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Clean ... try again. ■ Try a different disc. Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by following the instructions in card. Battery See "Power" on page 72. Audio See "Sound" on page 70.
www.eMachines.com 57 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Clean ... try again. ■ Try a different disc. Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by following the instructions in card. Battery See "Power" on page 72. Audio See "Sound" on page 70.
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... diskette. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. ■ Run Error-checking on the diskette. www.eMachines.com 59 Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. If errors are detected and corrected, try using is...unnecessary files on . Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be full. Computer Troubleshooting The computer will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Disk is full" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try...
... diskette. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. ■ Run Error-checking on the diskette. www.eMachines.com 59 Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. If errors are detected and corrected, try using is...unnecessary files on . Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be full. Computer Troubleshooting The computer will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Disk is full" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try...