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... is easily accessible and located as close to ensure reliable operation of any kind into the product. • To avoid damage of power, disconnect power from overheating. Do not use this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Use a damp cloth for plug as they ... as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to unplug the power cord from the power supplies. When you plug the power cord into is provided. • Never push objects of any...
... is easily accessible and located as close to ensure reliable operation of any kind into the product. • To avoid damage of power, disconnect power from overheating. Do not use this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Use a damp cloth for plug as they ... as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to unplug the power cord from the power supplies. When you plug the power cord into is provided. • Never push objects of any...
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... from lithium battery pack. If you . The grounding pin is not properly grounded may interfere with a three-wire grounded plug. If power strips are not sure of the type of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Note... product should not exceed 80% of this product, make sure that may result in a grounded power outlet. Using a power outlet that the total ampere rating of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to protect your electrician for details. Also, make sure...
... from lithium battery pack. If you . The grounding pin is not properly grounded may interfere with a three-wire grounded plug. If power strips are not sure of the type of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Note... product should not exceed 80% of this product, make sure that may result in a grounded power outlet. Using a power outlet that the total ampere rating of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. • Do not allow anything to protect your electrician for details. Also, make sure...
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... personnel. For more information on the Waste from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. iii Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers... may result in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . Unplug this electronic device into the product • the product was spilled into the trash when discarding. Disposal instructions Do...
... personnel. For more information on the Waste from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is incorrectly replaced. iii Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers... may result in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . Unplug this electronic device into the product • the product was spilled into the trash when discarding. Disposal instructions Do...
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... guide 2 Product Registration 2 Front 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing power connections 9 Protecting from power source problems 9 Checking the voltage selection 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 11 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web...
... guide 2 Product Registration 2 Front 3 Back 4 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 7 Working safely and comfortably 8 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 8 Preparing power connections 9 Protecting from power source problems 9 Checking the voltage selection 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 11 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web...
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Contents Ethernet 27 Expansion cards 29 File management 29 Hard drive 29 Internet 31 Keyboard 33 Memory 33 Memory card reader 34 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Monitor 37 Mouse 38 Networks 39 Optical disc drives 39 Passwords 41 Power 41 Printer 42 Sound 43 Recovering your system 44 Creating recovery discs 45 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 46 Returning your system to its factory condition . 47 Telephone support 49 Before calling Customer Care 49 Self-help 50 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 51 viii
Contents Ethernet 27 Expansion cards 29 File management 29 Hard drive 29 Internet 31 Keyboard 33 Memory 33 Memory card reader 34 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Monitor 37 Mouse 38 Networks 39 Optical disc drives 39 Passwords 41 Power 41 Printer 42 Sound 43 Recovering your system 44 Creating recovery discs 45 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers . 46 Returning your system to its factory condition . 47 Telephone support 49 Before calling Customer Care 49 Self-help 50 Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices . 51 viii
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...Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. 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 ... CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. Front Component Icon DVD/CD drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this drive to listen to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. This jack ...
...Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. 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 ... CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. Front Component Icon DVD/CD drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this drive to listen to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. This jack ...
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... (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Plug the power cord into this jack. Component Icon Kensington lock slot (optional) Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port Monitor (VGA) port USB ports Microphone jack (pink plug) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green plug...
... (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Plug the power cord into this jack. Component Icon Kensington lock slot (optional) Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port Monitor (VGA) port USB ports Microphone jack (pink plug) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green plug...
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...Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that...save your work and shut down your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Protect your computer normally. 9...
...Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that...save your work and shut down your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Protect your computer normally. 9...
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... on page 4. 10 For the location, see "Back" on the back of your usage area (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 60 Hz. The power supply's voltage selection for your location is set correctly for your computer to set at 50 Hz. Chapter 2: Setting Up.... Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to this when your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as this switch is typically set the voltage to the correct voltage position. Use the...
... on page 4. 10 For the location, see "Back" on the back of your usage area (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 60 Hz. The power supply's voltage selection for your location is set correctly for your computer to set at 50 Hz. Chapter 2: Setting Up.... Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to this when your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as this switch is typically set the voltage to the correct voltage position. Use the...
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... port on the router (except the WAN port). Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of the router, indicating a good connection. 4 Repeat 3 for each computer you need a straight...
... port on the router (except the WAN port). Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of the router, indicating a good connection. 4 Repeat 3 for each computer you need a straight...
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... you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected 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. • If a peripheral...
... you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected 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. • If a peripheral...
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... your add-in card • Shut down and restart your computer. • Make sure that you have lights that your Ethernet cable is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on your computer. Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card. Make sure that the other computers... that came with your router. • Make sure that all computers are working. For more information, see the documentation that the router is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on page 39.
... your add-in card • Shut down and restart your computer. • Make sure that you have lights that your Ethernet cable is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on your computer. Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card. Make sure that the other computers... that came with your router. • Make sure that all computers are working. For more information, see the documentation that the router is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on page 39.
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... with your computer. The computer is running but there is no picture • Make sure that the monitor is plugged in and turned on , the power LED should be lit. • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. 37 The modem is not recognized by your computer •...
... with your computer. The computer is running but there is no picture • Make sure that the monitor is plugged in and turned on , the power LED should be lit. • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. 37 The modem is not recognized by your computer •...
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...for the United States and Canada is 1. The regional code for Mexico is free from cuts or damage. The regional code for the disc. Power Your computer will not turn it on. • Make sure that the surge protector is connected securely to an electrical outlet, turned on, and... working device, such as a lamp, into a surge protector, make sure that the power cord is 4. The regional code on the disc, disc documentation, or disc packaging. Passwords Your computer does not accept your DVD drive's regional code may...
...for the United States and Canada is 1. The regional code for Mexico is free from cuts or damage. The regional code for the disc. Power Your computer will not turn it on. • Make sure that the surge protector is connected securely to an electrical outlet, turned on, and... working device, such as a lamp, into a surge protector, make sure that the power cord is 4. The regional code on the disc, disc documentation, or disc packaging. Passwords Your computer does not accept your DVD drive's regional code may...
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... printers have an online/offline button that you may want to print to press. • Make sure that the printer is plugged into an AC power source. You see a "Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that you may need to the correct port. • Make... sure that the power cable is online. Many printers have been printed before sending additional files to the printer. • If you print large files or many files at...
... printers have an online/offline button that you may want to print to press. • Make sure that the printer is plugged into an AC power source. You see a "Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that you may need to the correct port. • Make... sure that the power cable is online. Many printers have been printed before sending additional files to the printer. • If you print large files or many files at...
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If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that it . 4 Insert the second recovery ...disc when prompted, then follow these recommendations before contacting Customer Care: • Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC power outlet that you have installed it according to the instructions provided with it is turned on -screen prompts to " questions about using a program, see: •...
If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that it . 4 Insert the second recovery ...disc when prompted, then follow these recommendations before contacting Customer Care: • Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC power outlet that you have installed it according to the instructions provided with it is turned on -screen prompts to " questions about using a program, see: •...
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..., click Start, then click Help and Support. In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for eMachines-supplied hardware can be found in the Search box, then press ENTER. 50 The technician may have you ...have how-to information about using your eMachines-supplied hardware or software, see the following resources: • The printed or online documentation that came with ... Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer - Power cords or plugs are damaged -
..., click Start, then click Help and Support. In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for eMachines-supplied hardware can be found in the Search box, then press ENTER. 50 The technician may have you ...have how-to information about using your eMachines-supplied hardware or software, see the following resources: • The printed or online documentation that came with ... Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer - Power cords or plugs are damaged -
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...• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior of it with rubber ball) 1 Open the circular cover at the ...8226; Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices...
...• Do not expose the computer to direct sunlight. Cleaning and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with water and gently wipe the exterior of it with rubber ball) 1 Open the circular cover at the ...8226; Do not expose the computer to dust and dirt. • Never place the system on uneven surfaces. • Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on the plug. • The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in this section. Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices...
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... seconds between the end of one call to another . 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is not less than Class I. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may... while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing. In order to operate within the limits for models with this computer is located on local power, is for products with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for the effective ...
... seconds between the end of one call to another . 5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this equipment is not less than Class I. Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This equipment may... while the Telecom standard is DTMF tone dialing. In order to operate within the limits for models with this computer is located on local power, is for products with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for the effective ...