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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 computer desk... 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 computer desk... 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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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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... site and eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is accessed. This jack is color-coded orange. Contains information about your model and serial number. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE ..., MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on drive type). This jack is color-coded red or pink. www.eMachines.com 9 Press this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs ...
... site and eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is accessed. This jack is color-coded orange. Contains information about your model and serial number. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE ..., MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other peripheral device" on drive type). This jack is color-coded red or pink. www.eMachines.com 9 Press this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs ...
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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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components.
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..., or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug an external audio input source (such as a printer) into these screws before opening the case. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded lime green. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this jack. Plug ...supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. Plug a monitor into this jack. Remove these ports. This jack is color-coded red or pink. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch is in ...
..., or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug an external audio input source (such as a printer) into these screws before opening the case. www.eMachines.com 11 In the United States, the utility power is color-coded lime green. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this jack. Plug ...supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. Plug a monitor into this jack. Remove these ports. This jack is color-coded red or pink. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch is in ...
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.... 9 Turn on your computer. OR If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Category view). Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in "Replacing the side panel" on page 48. 7 Return your computer is secure... the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. The tabs on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. www.eMachines.com 51
.... 9 Turn on your computer. OR If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Category view). Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in "Replacing the side panel" on page 48. 7 Return your computer is secure... the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. The tabs on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. www.eMachines.com 51
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... If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open on your computer 62 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See also "Modem (dial-up)" on page 10 to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. - ...OR - See "Desktop PC Back" on page 64. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your local telephone service ■ The condition of graphics...
... If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open on your computer 62 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See also "Modem (dial-up)" on page 10 to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. - ...OR - See "Desktop PC Back" on page 64. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your local telephone service ■ The condition of graphics...
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... slots do not appear in the Search box , then click the arrow. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot...
... slots do not appear in the Search box , then click the arrow. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all messages are set correctly. 64 www.eMachines.com Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot...
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The problem may be having technical difficulties. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to make sure that the telephone line is not in use ). ■ Use the modem cable that came with your ... is in 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 The modem is not recognized by your computer ■ Make sure that the connections have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send...
The problem may be having technical difficulties. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to make sure that the telephone line is not in use ). ■ Use the modem cable that came with your ... is in 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 The modem is not recognized by your computer ■ Make sure that the connections have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send...
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... Contents Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the eMachines Web site 2 Using Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 3 Getting help in Media Center 4 Using Online help 4 Contact information 5 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 6 Chapter 2: Getting ... Enhanced keyboard 20 Standard keyboard 21 Keyboard features 21 Using the mouse 22 Adjusting the volume 23 Chapter 4: Using Windows XP 25 Using the Windows desktop 26 Using the Start menu 27 Adding icons to the...
... Contents Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the eMachines Web site 2 Using Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 3 Getting help in Media Center 4 Using Online help 4 Contact information 5 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 6 Chapter 2: Getting ... Enhanced keyboard 20 Standard keyboard 21 Keyboard features 21 Using the mouse 22 Adjusting the volume 23 Chapter 4: Using Windows XP 25 Using the Windows desktop 26 Using the Start menu 27 Adding icons to the...
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Contents www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features 105 Recording audio 105 Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer 107 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 108 Adjusting the color depth 108 Adjusting the screen resolution 109 Changing the colors on your Windows desktop 110 Changing the desktop background 111 Selecting a screen saver 112 Using an extended desktop 113...
Contents www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features 105 Recording audio 105 Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer 107 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 108 Adjusting the color depth 108 Adjusting the screen resolution 109 Changing the colors on your Windows desktop 110 Changing the desktop background 111 Selecting a screen saver 112 Using an extended desktop 113...
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CHAPTER 4 Using Windows XP • Using the Windows desktop • Working with files and folders • Searching for files • Working with documents • Using shortcuts
CHAPTER 4 Using Windows XP • Using the Windows desktop • Working with files and folders • Searching for files • Working with documents • Using shortcuts
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...taskbar near the clock. Your desktop may appear on how your computer. After your computer are running. Desktop elements The desktop contains the taskbar, the Start button, and the Recycle Bin icon. CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com Using the Windows desktop Help and Support For more ...information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. For instructions on how to open a file or...
...taskbar near the clock. Your desktop may appear on how your computer. After your computer are running. Desktop elements The desktop contains the taskbar, the Start button, and the Recycle Bin icon. CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com Using the Windows desktop Help and Support For more ...information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. For instructions on how to open a file or...
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www.emachines.com Using the Start menu Using the Windows desktop You can start programs, open it. 27 The Start menu opens showing you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has an arrow ... click the arrow. 2 Click All Programs to open files, customize your system, get help, search for files and folders, and more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. To use the Start menu: 1 Click the Start button on the lower left of menu items. Help and...
www.emachines.com Using the Start menu Using the Windows desktop You can start programs, open it. 27 The Start menu opens showing you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has an arrow ... click the arrow. 2 Click All Programs to open files, customize your system, get help, search for files and folders, and more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. To use the Start menu: 1 Click the Start button on the lower left of menu items. Help and...
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...program that program appears on the desktop. Type the keyword desktop icons in the taskbar opens the window again. 28 CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com Adding icons to the desktop You may want to add to the desktop. 3 Click Send To, then click Desktop (create shortcut). Clicking the ...program button in the Search box, then click the arrow. To add icons to the desktop: 1 Click Start, then click...
...program that program appears on the desktop. Type the keyword desktop icons in the taskbar opens the window again. 28 CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com Adding icons to the desktop You may want to add to the desktop. 3 Click Send To, then click Desktop (create shortcut). Clicking the ...program button in the Search box, then click the arrow. To add icons to the desktop: 1 Click Start, then click...
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...Search box, then click the arrow. Clicking the close button closes the active window or program. A computer usually has more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. You may also have additional drives, such as Print or Save. Clicking the maximize button again restores... an action such as CD or DVD drives. Working with files and folders Window item Help and Support For more than one drive. www.emachines.com Working with files and folders You can store these files in folders and copy, move, and delete the information just as you would...
...Search box, then click the arrow. Clicking the close button closes the active window or program. A computer usually has more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. You may also have additional drives, such as Print or Save. Clicking the maximize button again restores... an action such as CD or DVD drives. Working with files and folders Window item Help and Support For more than one drive. www.emachines.com Working with files and folders You can store these files in folders and copy, move, and delete the information just as you would...
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..., click Show the contents of this drive or Show the contents of this drive. For information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com To see the files and folders on page 39. 30 To create a folder: 1 Click Start, then click My...
..., click Show the contents of this drive or Show the contents of this drive. For information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com To see the files and folders on page 39. 30 To create a folder: 1 Click Start, then click My...
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... them in a trash can recover any file in the new location. Eventually the trash can , called copying, cutting, and pasting. www.emachines.com Working with files and folders Copying and moving files and folders Important The clipboard stores whatever you cut or copy until you paste it... Bin as long as you copy or cut a different file or folder, the original file or folder is emptied. For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Then the clipboard contains the new information only. A pop-up menu. 4 Open the destination folder....
... them in a trash can recover any file in the new location. Eventually the trash can , called copying, cutting, and pasting. www.emachines.com Working with files and folders Copying and moving files and folders Important The clipboard stores whatever you cut or copy until you paste it... Bin as long as you copy or cut a different file or folder, the original file or folder is emptied. For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Then the clipboard contains the new information only. A pop-up menu. 4 Open the destination folder....
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... files or folders in the Search box, then click the arrow. The Recycle Bin window opens. 2 Click File, then click Empty Recycle Bin. www.emachines.com To delete files or folders: 1 In My Computer or Windows Explorer, click the files or folders that you want to select multiple files and... folders to the Recycle Bin. Type the keyword emptying Recycle Bin in the Recycle Bin. 32 Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Windows asks you if you are sure that you want to delete, see "Using shortcuts" on page...
... files or folders in the Search box, then click the arrow. The Recycle Bin window opens. 2 Click File, then click Empty Recycle Bin. www.emachines.com To delete files or folders: 1 In My Computer or Windows Explorer, click the files or folders that you want to select multiple files and... folders to the Recycle Bin. Type the keyword emptying Recycle Bin in the Recycle Bin. 32 Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Windows asks you if you are sure that you want to delete, see "Using shortcuts" on page...
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..., folder, or program by the: ■ Date the file was created or modified. ■ Size of the file. ■ Type of your Windows desktop. You can narrow your search by selecting the search options that may have to search through levels of folders to find files meeting more information... about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com 3 Click Search. This is usually on a drive inside yet another folder, and so on top...
..., folder, or program by the: ■ Date the file was created or modified. ■ Size of the file. ■ Type of your Windows desktop. You can narrow your search by selecting the search options that may have to search through levels of folders to find files meeting more information... about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com 3 Click Search. This is usually on a drive inside yet another folder, and so on top...