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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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... 57 CD or 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
... 57 CD or 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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... in good operating condition. Please read this manual carefully to our customers - If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. to provide best-of us at affordable prices. We have highlighted some basic care and safety information to high-quality, brand-name ...components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com We sincerely hope that you are sure that you will provide you with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of ...
... in good operating condition. Please read this manual carefully to our customers - If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. to provide best-of us at affordable prices. We have highlighted some basic care and safety information to high-quality, brand-name ...components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com We sincerely hope that you are sure that you will provide you with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of ...
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...of help you quickly discover and use the many features of your computer. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. ...You can find help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. 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,...
...of help you quickly discover and use the many features of your computer. Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. www.eMachines.com 3 Help and Support opens. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. ...You can find help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. 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,...
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... words you entered in the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search box located at the top of any Help and Support screen, then click the...
... words you entered in the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search box located at the top of any Help and Support screen, then click the...
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You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while 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. www.eMachines.com 5 Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you are using the program. You can access most online help .
You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while 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. www.eMachines.com 5 Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you are using the program. You can access most online help .
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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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...see "Using the memory card reader" on when the hard drive is color-coded red or pink. 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 one of these 6-...drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader. Press this button to turn the power on page 28. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this port. This jack is turned on. For more information...
...see "Using the memory card reader" on when the hard drive is color-coded red or pink. 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 one of these 6-...drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader. Press this button to turn the power on page 28. www.eMachines.com 9 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this port. This jack is turned on. For more information...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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
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... set to 230. Plug the power cord into this port. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 The switch is preset at 50 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is color-coded blue. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS...
... set to 230. Plug the power cord into this port. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 The switch is preset at 50 Hz. In the United States, the utility power is color-coded blue. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS...
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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 Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28.
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 Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28.
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... Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. 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 model Important The labels shown .... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13
... Care will need this section are for informational purposes only. 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 model Important The labels shown .... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 14 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 14 www.eMachines.com
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... higher than eye level Hands and arms are setting up your computer desk and chair When you are parallel to your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com
... higher than eye level Hands and arms are setting up your computer desk and chair When you are parallel to your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com
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... change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your torso or neck. Sitting at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your spine. www.eMachines.com 17 This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use...
... change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your torso or neck. Sitting at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your spine. www.eMachines.com 17 This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use...
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... the modem connection. In other areas of electricity coming into your computer normally. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Caution If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. Protect your system will be damaged. If you...
... the modem connection. In other areas of electricity coming into your computer normally. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Caution If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. Protect your system will be damaged. If you...