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..."Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. PS/2 ...into this jack so you can record sound on your computer is in the United States. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this when your computer. The power supply should be set to 230. Plug a serial device (such as a printer) into this port...
..."Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. This jack is color-coded lime green. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is operating in ) jack Telephone jack (optional) Case cover thumbscrews Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. PS/2 ...into this jack so you can record sound on your computer is in the United States. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this when your computer. The power supply should be set to 230. Plug a serial device (such as a printer) into this port...
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...eMachines.com Protect your computer during a power failure. In the United States, the utility power is integrated into your computer can enter your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is supplied.../cable TV jack. Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. The power supply should be moved to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. If you cannot run your ...
...eMachines.com Protect your computer during a power failure. In the United States, the utility power is integrated into your computer can enter your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is supplied.../cable TV jack. Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. The power supply should be moved to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. If you cannot run your ...
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...computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com Windows shuts down and turns off your computer is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. If your computer, press and hold the power button for some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. ...To turn off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from...
...computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com Windows shuts down and turns off your computer is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. If your computer, press and hold the power button for some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. ...To turn off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from...
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... (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your... insert any surface. 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. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their... discharge The components inside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. www.eMachines.com 45
... (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your... insert any surface. 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. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their... discharge The components inside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. www.eMachines.com 45
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... Start, then click Help and Support. The message may help Customer Care 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. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety ... as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that all connections are secure. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is supplying power. ■ If you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an ...
... Start, then click Help and Support. The message may help Customer Care 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. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety ... as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that all connections are secure. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is supplying power. ■ If you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an ...
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...mouse, does not appear to work, make sure that you have installed it . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : ■ Online Help ■ Printed documentation ■ The Microsoft Windows documentation ■ The software publisher's Web site ...■ See the troubleshooting section of your call. www.eMachines.com 73 Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. Telephone support Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, ...
...mouse, does not appear to work, make sure that you have installed it . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : ■ Online Help ■ Printed documentation ■ The Microsoft Windows documentation ■ The software publisher's Web site ...■ See the troubleshooting section of your call. www.eMachines.com 73 Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. Telephone support Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, ...
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...support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video playing 35 virus protecting against 39 removing with ...Norton AntiVirus 39 voltage switch 11 volume adjusting 21 adjusting modem 67 controls 21 muting 21 troubleshooting 72 W Web site eMachines 3 Windows Product Key Code 13 Windows key 23 Windows Media Player 35 Windows Update 38 working safely 16 Z Zip drive port 9, 11 ...
...support 73 telephone support 73 Web site connection speed 62 turning off computer 9, 20, 21 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 74 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18 updating Norton AntiVirus 39 Windows 38 UPS 18 USB port 9, 11, 28 V video playing 35 virus protecting against 39 removing with ...Norton AntiVirus 39 voltage switch 11 volume adjusting 21 adjusting modem 67 controls 21 muting 21 troubleshooting 72 W Web site eMachines 3 Windows Product Key Code 13 Windows key 23 Windows Media Player 35 Windows Update 38 working safely 16 Z Zip drive port 9, 11 ...
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Contents www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features 105 Recording audio 105 Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer 107 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 108 Adjusting the color depth ... Selecting a screen saver 112 Using an extended desktop 113 Changing the mouse settings 114 Changing Power-Saving Settings 115 Changing the power scheme 115 Changing advanced power settings 116 Activating and using Hibernate mode 116 Installing an uninterruptible power supply 118 Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer 119 Hardware security 120 Kensington lock slot 120 Data...
Contents www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features 105 Recording audio 105 Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer 107 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 108 Adjusting the color depth ... Selecting a screen saver 112 Using an extended desktop 113 Changing the mouse settings 114 Changing Power-Saving Settings 115 Changing the power scheme 115 Changing advanced power settings 116 Activating and using Hibernate mode 116 Installing an uninterruptible power supply 118 Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer 119 Hardware security 120 Kensington lock slot 120 Data...
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www.emachines.com Contents Updating Windows 142 BigFix 142 Managing hard drive space 143 Checking hard drive space 143 Using Disk Cleanup 143 Checking the hard drive ... replacing a CD or DVD drive 160 Replacing the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power supply 166 Replacing the heat sink 167 Replacing the front I/O panel 168 Adding or replacing an expansion card 171 Replacing the system board 172 Chapter 14...
www.emachines.com Contents Updating Windows 142 BigFix 142 Managing hard drive space 143 Checking hard drive space 143 Using Disk Cleanup 143 Checking the hard drive ... replacing a CD or DVD drive 160 Replacing the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power supply 166 Replacing the heat sink 167 Replacing the front I/O panel 168 Adding or replacing an expansion card 171 Replacing the system board 172 Chapter 14...
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... on page 13. The switch is preset at 60 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for the correct power available. For more information, see "Checking the voltage selection" on page 13. 10 For more ...such as this, the voltage switch should be moved to 230. Plug a serial device into this port. The power supply should always be set to Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Back Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. In other peripheral device"...
... on page 13. The switch is preset at 60 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for the correct power available. For more information, see "Checking the voltage selection" on page 13. 10 For more ...such as this, the voltage switch should be moved to 230. Plug a serial device into this port. The power supply should always be set to Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Back Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. In other peripheral device"...
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... a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. To verify that has an antenna/cable TV jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer to provide power to the system board, add-in cards, and peripheral devices. Protect your computer through both the surge protector ...turning on the back of electricity coming into your computer during a power failure. Make sure this switch is set the power supply to 115V or 230V. CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal ...
... a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. To verify that has an antenna/cable TV jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer to provide power to the system board, add-in cards, and peripheral devices. Protect your computer through both the surge protector ...turning on the back of electricity coming into your computer during a power failure. Make sure this switch is set the power supply to 115V or 230V. CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal ...
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... about five seconds, then release it may notice an increase in the fan noise when the fan is in the power supply and system board remain energized. www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer. To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to turn off your computer..., it . To turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" on page 105....
... about five seconds, then release it may notice an increase in the fan noise when the fan is in the power supply and system board remain energized. www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer. To start your computer: 1 Connect the cables to turn off your computer..., it . To turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" on page 105....
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CHAPTER 9 Customizing Your Computer • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings • Changing the mouse settings • Changing Power-Saving Settings • Installing an uninterruptible power supply
CHAPTER 9 Customizing Your Computer • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings • Changing the mouse settings • Changing Power-Saving Settings • Installing an uninterruptible power supply
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..., then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Installing an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Type the keyword uninterruptible power supply in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control...
..., then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Installing an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Type the keyword uninterruptible power supply in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control...
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CHAPTER 13 Adding and Replacing Components • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink • Replacing the front I/O panel • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board
CHAPTER 13 Adding and Replacing Components • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink • Replacing the front I/O panel • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board
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CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. The components inside of the... modem cable before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the power supply. Before opening the case. Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in your computer. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (...
CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. The components inside of the... modem cable before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the power supply. Before opening the case. Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in your computer. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (...
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... one inch. 166 CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure the new rear cooling fan to add or replace the power supply. To replace the power supply: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "...Replacing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board and drives. 3 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the case. Replacing the power supply Tips & Tricks You need a Phillips screwdriver to the case. The arrows ...
... one inch. 166 CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure the new rear cooling fan to add or replace the power supply. To replace the power supply: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "...Replacing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board and drives. 3 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to the case. Replacing the power supply Tips & Tricks You need a Phillips screwdriver to the case. The arrows ...
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...Removing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Place the computer case on its side. 3 Disconnect the heat sink fan's power connector from the bay. 6 Slide the new power supply into the power supply bay until its back is flush with the back of the case. 7 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure... in "Replacing the side panel" on the side of the power supply nearest you may first need a Phillips screwdriver to add or replace the heat sink. Replacing the heat sink Tips & Tricks You need to remove the heat sink fan. www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks On some models, you , then remove...
...Removing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Place the computer case on its side. 3 Disconnect the heat sink fan's power connector from the bay. 6 Slide the new power supply into the power supply bay until its back is flush with the back of the case. 7 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure... in "Replacing the side panel" on the side of the power supply nearest you may first need a Phillips screwdriver to add or replace the heat sink. Replacing the heat sink Tips & Tricks You need to remove the heat sink fan. www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks On some models, you , then remove...
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www.emachines.com Index using 60 NTSC/PAL jack 76 numeric keypad 21 indicator 21 O online help 3, 4 opening computer case 154 documents 37 files 23, 27 files ... Hibernate mode 9, 116 indicator 9 schemes 115 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 189 turning off computer 19 turning on computer 19 using UPS 118 power button 9 power supply replacing 166 uninterruptible 118 printer default 190 installing 13, 150 parallel port 10 sharing 59 troubleshooting 189 USB port 8, 11 printing documents 38 files across...
www.emachines.com Index using 60 NTSC/PAL jack 76 numeric keypad 21 indicator 21 O online help 3, 4 opening computer case 154 documents 37 files 23, 27 files ... Hibernate mode 9, 116 indicator 9 schemes 115 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 189 turning off computer 19 turning on computer 19 using UPS 118 power button 9 power supply replacing 166 uninterruptible 118 printer default 190 installing 13, 150 parallel port 10 sharing 59 troubleshooting 189 USB port 8, 11 printing documents 38 files across...
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Index www.emachines.com serial number 9 serial port 10 setting up safety precautions 194 sharing drives 58 folders 58 printer 59 shortcut menus accessing 23 shortcuts adding to ... technical support 191 telephone support 191 Web site connection speed 181 turning off computer 9, 19, 20 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 192 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18, 118 un-sharing drives 59 folders 59 updates security 126 virus definitions 124 updating virus definitions 124 updating Windows 142 UPS 18, 118...
Index www.emachines.com serial number 9 serial port 10 setting up safety precautions 194 sharing drives 58 folders 58 printer 59 shortcut menus accessing 23 shortcuts adding to ... technical support 191 telephone support 191 Web site connection speed 181 turning off computer 9, 19, 20 turning on computer 9, 19 tutoring fee-based 192 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18, 118 un-sharing drives 59 folders 59 updates security 126 virus definitions 124 updating virus definitions 124 updating Windows 142 UPS 18, 118...