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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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..., and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to come. Thanks again, from your new... eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Please read this manual carefully to our customers - to provide best-of your computer in addition to help...
..., and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to come. Thanks again, from your new... eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Please read this manual carefully to our customers - to provide best-of your computer in addition to help...
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... find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. 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...
... find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. 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...
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... Support screen, then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. For each search, you entered in the Search Results list...
... Support screen, then click the arrow button. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. For each search, you entered in the Search Results list...
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You can access most online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button.
You can access most online help . www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button.
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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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... digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on page 28. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. 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). This jack is color-coded red or pink. www.eMachines.com 9 To identify your drive type and for more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. ...
... digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on page 28. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. 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). This jack is color-coded red or pink. www.eMachines.com 9 To identify your drive type and for more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. ...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. 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 Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. 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 Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a printer) into this jack. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded red or pink. Plug a microphone into this port. This jack is supplied at...
... powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a printer) into this jack. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded red or pink. Plug a microphone into this port. This jack is supplied at...
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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. 12 www.eMachines.com 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 this jack. Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports.
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. 12 www.eMachines.com 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 this jack. Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports.
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... 13 Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for your operating system. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity... label found on the front of your computer model and serial number. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer includes the ...
... 13 Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance. eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for your operating system. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity... label found on the front of your computer model and serial number. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer includes the ...
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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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... monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on distant objects. Look away from your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up a safe and comfortable work area.
... monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on distant objects. Look away from your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up a safe and comfortable work area.
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... at or slightly below the level of your spine. This position lets your shoulders relax while you work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. www.eMachines.com 17 Working safely ■ Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands and arms are within reach, and the screen is tilted...
... at or slightly below the level of your spine. This position lets your shoulders relax while you work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. www.eMachines.com 17 Working safely ■ Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands and arms are within reach, and the screen is tilted...