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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 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 computer 20 ...
...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 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 computer 20 ...
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... sure that you will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of services and support. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you for years to help you will receive the...
... sure that you will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of services and support. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you for years to help you will receive the...
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... ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to search for problems and conflicts. You must be connected to the Internet to open BigFix. BigFix BigFix.... These topics are relevant to view. To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (...
... ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to search for problems and conflicts. You must be connected to the Internet to open BigFix. BigFix BigFix.... These topics are relevant to view. To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (...
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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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...into your computer normally. If your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. If you run your computer for your...save your work and shut down your computer to provide power to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the world, such as this, the voltage switch should always be damaged. In the United ...
...into your computer normally. If your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. If you run your computer for your...save your work and shut down your computer to provide power to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the world, such as this, the voltage switch should always be damaged. In the United ...
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 55
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...guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first: ■ Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into your computer ■ Your computer was dropped ... program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned ...
...guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first: ■ Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into your computer ■ Your computer was dropped ... program's printed documentation or the online help Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned ...
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... recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive ■ Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. ■ Try a different disc. www.eMachines.com 57 Battery See "Power" on page 72. You may be able to play these CDs on page 44. ■ Make sure that the disc... label is configured correctly by the CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Clean...
... recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive ■ Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. ■ Try a different disc. www.eMachines.com 57 Battery See "Power" on page 72. You may be able to play these CDs on page 44. ■ Make sure that the disc... label is configured correctly by the CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Clean...
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To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. You see a "Data error" message This may need to backup media, then delete them from the hard drive. www.eMachines.com 61 Type the keyword file management in the diskette drive, eject it and restart your computer. ■ Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to...
To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. You see a "Data error" message This may need to backup media, then delete them from the hard drive. www.eMachines.com 61 Type the keyword file management in the diskette drive, eject it and restart your computer. ■ Press CTRL+ALT+DEL to...
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...been made correctly. - If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your modem. Connecting to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads... See also "Modem (dial-up )" on page 64. If you do not have lost your Internet connection, or your computer 62 www.eMachines.com You see an "Unable to make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack.
...been made correctly. - If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your modem. Connecting to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads... See also "Modem (dial-up )" on page 64. If you do not have lost your Internet connection, or your computer 62 www.eMachines.com You see an "Unable to make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack.
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... service. ■ Try connecting with your modem. ■ Check for line noise (scratchy, crackling, or popping sounds). Line noise is a common problem that you can also call your house or a telephone line at a slower rate, abort downloads, or even disconnect. If you are free from which... you connect, call your telephone. www.eMachines.com 65 These lines do not work correctly. Dial a single number (such as the modem. ■ Make sure that can tolerate and still...
... service. ■ Try connecting with your modem. ■ Check for line noise (scratchy, crackling, or popping sounds). Line noise is a common problem that you can also call your house or a telephone line at a slower rate, abort downloads, or even disconnect. If you are free from which... you connect, call your telephone. www.eMachines.com 65 These lines do not work correctly. Dial a single number (such as the modem. ■ Make sure that can tolerate and still...
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... Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click/Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 66 www.eMachines.com If your computer. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You cannot connect to the Internet ■ The ISP may be with your computer has a v.90 ...and receives faxes at 56K Current FCC regulations restrict actual data transfer rates over public telephone lines to 48K. If your computer. The problem may cause problems with the modem connection. ■ Shut down and restart your ISP for example, someone is on the telephone, or another modem...
... Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 3 Click/Double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 66 www.eMachines.com If your computer. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You cannot connect to the Internet ■ The ISP may be with your computer has a v.90 ...and receives faxes at 56K Current FCC regulations restrict actual data transfer rates over public telephone lines to 48K. If your computer. The problem may cause problems with the modem connection. ■ Shut down and restart your ISP for example, someone is on the telephone, or another modem...
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... power. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have a technical problem with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps...Printed documentation ■ The Microsoft Windows documentation ■ The software publisher's Web site ■ See the troubleshooting section of your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. ■ If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure...
... power. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have a technical problem with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps...Printed documentation ■ The Microsoft Windows documentation ■ The software publisher's Web site ■ See the troubleshooting section of your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. ■ If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure...
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...Unintentional emitter per ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for you disconnect the equipment until the problem is Part 68-compliant. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will notify you in order for radio noise emissions from digital... facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com The telephone company may request that could affect the operation of this device. When programming or making test calls to emergency numbers...
...Unintentional emitter per ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for you disconnect the equipment until the problem is Part 68-compliant. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will notify you in order for radio noise emissions from digital... facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com The telephone company may request that could affect the operation of this device. When programming or making test calls to emergency numbers...
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... devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70... shortcut menus accessing 25 shortcuts opening menu 25 shutting down computer 20, 21 side panel removing 46 replacing 46 sound adjusting 21 controls 21 www.eMachines.com 87
... devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 24 moving 25 ports See connections power button 9 connector 11 Hibernate mode 9 indicator 9 source problems 18 Standby/Resume 9 troubleshooting 70 turning off computer 20 turning on computer 19 power button 9 printer default 70 installing 28 parallel port 11 troubleshooting 70... shortcut menus accessing 25 shortcuts opening menu 25 shutting down computer 20, 21 side panel removing 46 replacing 46 sound adjusting 21 controls 21 www.eMachines.com 87