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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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... department will provide you keep your computer in addition to help you with our range of services and support. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are sure that you for... sincerely hope that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of us at affordable prices. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We are provided with the best product possible. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you will be pleased with ...
... department will provide you keep your computer in addition to help you with our range of services and support. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are sure that you for... sincerely hope that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of us at affordable prices. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! We are provided with the best product possible. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you will be pleased with ...
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.... Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 3 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 to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link, ...
.... Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 3 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 to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information by clicking a link, ...
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... you entered in the Search Results list. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - To fix the problem, click on that icon...
... you entered in the Search Results list. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - To fix the problem, click on that icon...
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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 research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so 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 research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you are using the program. Online help Online help . www.eMachines.com 5
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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 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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...type and for more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 31. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on... drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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. This...
...type and for more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 31. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on... drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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. This...
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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. 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.
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... opening the case. Plug a serial device (such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved to this jack. Plug a microphone into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a parallel device (such as a stereo) into this port. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28...
... opening the case. Plug a serial device (such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved to this jack. Plug a microphone into this port. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug a parallel device (such as a stereo) into this port. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28...
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For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a modem cable into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com 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.
For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a modem cable into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com 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.
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... and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call ... of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. www.eMachines.com 13
... and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call ... of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. www.eMachines.com 13
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... Feet are parallel to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com
... Feet are parallel to the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com
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... of the computer desk so your hands and arms are in a relaxed position when you use the keyboard and mouse. Sitting at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17 You should be perpendicular to provide extra back support. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. ■ Adjust the chair height...
... of the computer desk so your hands and arms are in a relaxed position when you use the keyboard and mouse. Sitting at a comfortable distance. www.eMachines.com 17 You should be perpendicular to provide extra back support. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. ■ Adjust the chair height...
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... into your computer can enter your location is operating in an environment such as this switch is set the power supply to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Use the power selection switch on your computer to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. During an electrical storm...
... into your computer can enter your location is operating in an environment such as this switch is set the power supply to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Use the power selection switch on your computer to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. During an electrical storm...