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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. 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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
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...Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this button to turn the power on . Turns on drive type). Press this port. This jack is color-coded orange. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information, see "Using the diskette drive" on page 31. Plug an...of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. 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 ...
...Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this button to turn the power on . Turns on drive type). Press this port. This jack is color-coded orange. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information, see "Using the diskette drive" on page 31. Plug an...of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. 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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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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... Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for a telephone into this jack so you can record sound on... ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer is operating in the United States. For more information...
... Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. In the United States, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for a telephone into this jack so you can record sound on... ports. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer is operating in the United States. For more information...
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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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...a nominal 115 volts at the factory. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com In the United States, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. If you run your computer for your location is integrated into your... through both the surge protector and the modem. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is typically set correctly for your environment, check the voltage selection switch. The voltage selection for an extended period of time with a ...
...a nominal 115 volts at the factory. Although you cannot run your computer long enough to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com In the United States, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. If you run your computer for your location is integrated into your... through both the surge protector and the modem. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is typically set correctly for your environment, check the voltage selection switch. The voltage selection for an extended period of time with a ...
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In order to "wake" it up your computer When you have not used for about five seconds, then release it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. Important If for several minutes or have not turned off your computer. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . If your ...computer is in Windows to turn off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for some reason you turn off your computer, unplug the...
In order to "wake" it up your computer When you have not used for about five seconds, then release it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. Important If for several minutes or have not turned off your computer. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . If your ...computer is in Windows to turn off your computer, it . 20 www.eMachines.com We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for some reason you turn off your computer, unplug the...
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... external speakers, turn off , wait ten seconds, then turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information about five seconds, then release it. Type the keyword adjusting volume in your computer. www.eMachines.com 21 Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on page...
... external speakers, turn off , wait ten seconds, then turn it off , press and hold the power button for more information about five seconds, then release it. Type the keyword adjusting volume in your computer. www.eMachines.com 21 Adjusting the volume You can use the mute and volume control buttons on page...
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.... ■ Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. Help and Support 38 For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can always get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your... Updates. Use Windows Update to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Update. 3 Click Scan for an extended period of time, unplug AC power.
.... ■ Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. Help and Support 38 For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can always get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your... Updates. Use Windows Update to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Update. 3 Click Scan for an extended period of time, unplug AC power.
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...Always turn off , but some electrical current still flows through your computer performing at its best. www.eMachines.com 41 To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep your computer. The LiveUpdate wizard opens. 3 Follow the ...9632; An aerosol can damage the finish on -screen instructions to the Norton AntiVirus service when you shut down your computer, the power turns off your computer. Cleaning your computer Keeping your system. Norton AntiVirus. Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can...
...Always turn off , but some electrical current still flows through your computer performing at its best. www.eMachines.com 41 To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep your computer. The LiveUpdate wizard opens. 3 Follow the ...9632; An aerosol can damage the finish on -screen instructions to the Norton AntiVirus service when you shut down your computer, the power turns off your computer. Cleaning your computer Keeping your system. Norton AntiVirus. Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can...
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...mounting brackets. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the bags provide electrostatic protection...static electricity discharge The components inside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. 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 case. Avoid touching ...
...mounting brackets. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the bags provide electrostatic protection...static electricity discharge The components inside of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. 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 case. Avoid touching ...
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... 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 drain any residual power from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case... side panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case.
... 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 drain any residual power from the computer. 46 www.eMachines.com Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Opening the case... side panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the 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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Click/Double-click System. 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. OR If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by... an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. www.eMachines.com 51 Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in the General tab. ...
Click/Double-click System. 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. OR If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by... an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. www.eMachines.com 51 Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in the General tab. ...
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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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... 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 you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow.... 56 www.eMachines.com Warning 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. ...
... 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 you followed each instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow.... 56 www.eMachines.com Warning 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. ...
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Battery See "Power" on page 72. You may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that the disc label is ... or become scratched and cannot be able to play these CDs on page 44. ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card. www.eMachines.com 57 CD or DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive ■ Make sure that you have copy...
Battery See "Power" on page 72. You may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that the disc label is ... or become scratched and cannot be able to play these CDs on page 44. ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card. www.eMachines.com 57 CD or DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive ■ Make sure that you have copy...
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...see a "Disk is IBM-compatible. ■ Try a different diskette. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. Computer Troubleshooting The computer... will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Access Denied" or "Write protect" error message ... the diskette you are using the diskette again. www.eMachines.com 59 If errors are flawed and cannot be full.
...see a "Disk is IBM-compatible. ■ Try a different diskette. You cannot save a file to an AC power source and your computer. Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive. Computer Troubleshooting The computer... will not start ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Access Denied" or "Write protect" error message ... the diskette you are using the diskette again. www.eMachines.com 59 If errors are flawed and cannot be full.