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www.emachines.com Contents Chapter 7: Sending and Receiving Faxes 63 Installing and configuring Fax 64 Installing Fax 64 Configuring Fax 65 Sending a simple fax 67 Setting up ... 69 Canceling a fax 69 Automatically retry sending a fax 69 Automatically canceling a fax 70 Chapter 8: Using Drives and Ports 71 Using the memory card reader 72 Memory card types 72 Using a memory card 73 Using the CD or DVD drive 73 Identifying drive types 73 Inserting a CD or DVD 74 Using a second monitor 75...
www.emachines.com Contents Chapter 7: Sending and Receiving Faxes 63 Installing and configuring Fax 64 Installing Fax 64 Configuring Fax 65 Sending a simple fax 67 Setting up ... 69 Canceling a fax 69 Automatically retry sending a fax 69 Automatically canceling a fax 70 Chapter 8: Using Drives and Ports 71 Using the memory card reader 72 Memory card types 72 Using a memory card 73 Using the CD or DVD drive 73 Identifying drive types 73 Inserting a CD or DVD 74 Using a second monitor 75...
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www.emachines.com Contents Updating Windows 142 BigFix 142 Managing hard drive space 143 Checking hard drive space 143 Using Disk Cleanup 143 Checking the hard drive ... bezel 156 Closing the case 157 Replacing the front bezel 157 Replacing the side panel 157 Installing memory 158 Replacing the system battery 159 Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive 160 Replacing the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power...
www.emachines.com Contents Updating Windows 142 BigFix 142 Managing hard drive space 143 Checking hard drive space 143 Using Disk Cleanup 143 Checking the hard drive ... bezel 156 Closing the case 157 Replacing the front bezel 157 Replacing the side panel 157 Installing memory 158 Replacing the system battery 159 Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive 160 Replacing the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power...
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Contents www.emachines.com DVD drives 179 File management 179 Hard drive 180 Internet 180 Keyboard 181 Media Center 182 Memory 184 Memory card reader 184 Modem (dial-up 184 Monitor 187 Mouse 188 Networks 188 Passwords 189 Power 189 Printer 189 Sound 191 Telephone support 191 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 191 Telephone numbers 192 Self-help 192 Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 193 Index 199 vi
Contents www.emachines.com DVD drives 179 File management 179 Hard drive 180 Internet 180 Keyboard 181 Media Center 182 Memory 184 Memory card reader 184 Modem (dial-up 184 Monitor 187 Mouse 188 Networks 188 Passwords 189 Power 189 Printer 189 Sound 191 Telephone support 191 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 191 Telephone numbers 192 Self-help 192 Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 193 Index 199 vi
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..., see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 13. Optical drive Optical drive (optional) USB port (optional) Hard drive access indicator www.emachines.com Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack Model: S/No: Component Optical drive USB ports...
..., see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 13. Optical drive Optical drive (optional) USB port (optional) Hard drive access indicator www.emachines.com Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack Model: S/No: Component Optical drive USB ports...
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... or other devices into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or...®) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the memory card reader. You can also configure the power button to turn the power on page 13. Contains information about how to access eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is turned on...
... or other devices into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or...®) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the memory card reader. You can also configure the power button to turn the power on page 13. Contains information about how to access eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is turned on...
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...type to another. 72 CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com Using the memory card reader You can use the memory card reader to transfer data between your computer. Memory card types Activity indicator Memory card reader slots The memory card reader supports the following card types: Card Type Secure ...Digital™ MultiMediaCard™ SM (SmartMedia™) Memory Stick® Memory Stick PRO™ xD (optional) CompactFlash® IBM Microdrive™ Slot Insert left Label facing up left Label facing up...
...type to another. 72 CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com Using the memory card reader You can use the memory card reader to transfer data between your computer. Memory card types Activity indicator Memory card reader slots The memory card reader supports the following card types: Card Type Secure ...Digital™ MultiMediaCard™ SM (SmartMedia™) Memory Stick® Memory Stick PRO™ xD (optional) CompactFlash® IBM Microdrive™ Slot Insert left Label facing up left Label facing up...
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www.emachines.com Using a memory card Caution To avoid memory card damage or errors while using a memory card, insert only one of the following drive types. Double-click the drive letter (for one or more of the following logos: If your computer ... the previous table. 2 To access a file on the front of the drive for example, the E: drive), then double-click the file name. Also, remove the memory card from the reader before you turn off the computer. Important Do not use your drive has this logo... CD drive Use your drive type...
www.emachines.com Using a memory card Caution To avoid memory card damage or errors while using a memory card, insert only one of the following drive types. Double-click the drive letter (for one or more of the following logos: If your computer ... the previous table. 2 To access a file on the front of the drive for example, the E: drive), then double-click the file name. Also, remove the memory card from the reader before you turn off the computer. Important Do not use your drive has this logo... CD drive Use your drive type...
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CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Changing advanced power settings Advanced power settings let you assign different power saving modes to use. 5 Click OK. The next time you turn on ...-click the Power Options icon. Activating and using Hibernate mode Hibernate (also called save to disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your computer, it reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open a Power buttons list, then...
CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Changing advanced power settings Advanced power settings let you assign different power saving modes to use. 5 Click OK. The next time you turn on ...-click the Power Options icon. Activating and using Hibernate mode Hibernate (also called save to disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your computer, it reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open a Power buttons list, then...
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... bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the illustration below. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Installing memory Important Your computer's memory location may vary from the sides of the memory module bank should snap in "Removing the side panel" on page 154. 2 For more stability, place your computer. To...
... bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the illustration below. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Installing memory Important Your computer's memory location may vary from the sides of the memory module bank should snap in "Removing the side panel" on page 154. 2 For more stability, place your computer. To...
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... in the menus and submenus, then exit from the utility. 4 Shut down your computer. www.emachines.com Replacing the system battery 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in the General tab. The amount of memory in your computer to install the new battery the same way. 8 Push the battery release...
... in the menus and submenus, then exit from the utility. 4 Shut down your computer. www.emachines.com Replacing the system battery 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in the General tab. The amount of memory in your computer to install the new battery the same way. 8 Push the battery release...
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... allow you to lay the bezel on page 156, but leave its wires connected to add or replace a CD or DVD drive. To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Remove the front bezel by ...on its side in front of your replacement component's front cover may vary from the system board. 162 CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Replacing the memory card reader Tips & Tricks You need a Phillips screwdriver to the system board. There should be enough slack in the drive bay.
... allow you to lay the bezel on page 156, but leave its wires connected to add or replace a CD or DVD drive. To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Remove the front bezel by ...on its side in front of your replacement component's front cover may vary from the system board. 162 CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com Replacing the memory card reader Tips & Tricks You need a Phillips screwdriver to the system board. There should be enough slack in the drive bay.
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... holes match the screw holes in "Replacing the side panel" on the corners of it. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 11 Remove the memory from the memory slots and place it in one screw, then the screw located diagonally to the first screw). Make sure that secure the system...
... holes match the screw holes in "Replacing the side panel" on the corners of it. CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 11 Remove the memory from the memory slots and place it in one screw, then the screw located diagonally to the first screw). Make sure that secure the system...
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...enter the BIOS Setup utility by pressing and holding F1 while your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. www.emachines.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are enabled. ■ Make sure that the drive is configured correctly by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ... 73. ■ Your computer may be able to play these CDs on your computer. 177 You may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your add-in alphabetical order. CD or DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD...
...enter the BIOS Setup utility by pressing and holding F1 while your computer. ■ Some music CDs have installed the required software. www.emachines.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are enabled. ■ Make sure that the drive is configured correctly by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ... 73. ■ Your computer may be able to play these CDs on your computer. 177 You may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your add-in alphabetical order. CD or DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD...
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... failing. For information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is set correctly. Also make sure that the modem dialing properties are cleared and call waiting ...from your computer. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your telephone line, then check for the memory card slots do not appear in the Search box, then click the arrow. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.emachines.com You get the correct code...
... failing. For information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is set correctly. Also make sure that the modem dialing properties are cleared and call waiting ...from your computer. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your telephone line, then check for the memory card slots do not appear in the Search box, then click the arrow. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.emachines.com You get the correct code...
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...the printer documentation for instructions for instructions on but will not print ■ Check the cable between the printer and your printer for adding additional memory. See the guide that the printer is online. Type the keyword printer troubleshooter in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/... Hardware. 2 Click/Double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. You see a "Printer is out of the printer you want to add additional memory to is not the default printer, make sure that you need to press after adding paper. 190 If your Control Panel is in the Search...
...the printer documentation for instructions for instructions on but will not print ■ Check the cable between the printer and your printer for adding additional memory. See the guide that the printer is online. Type the keyword printer troubleshooter in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/... Hardware. 2 Click/Double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. You see a "Printer is out of the printer you want to add additional memory to is not the default printer, make sure that you need to press after adding paper. 190 If your Control Panel is in the Search...
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www.emachines.com Index Index A AC power connector 10 accessing shared drives 60 shared files 61 shared folders 60 accessories safety precautions 194 accounts Internet 43 ISP ... information 90 inserting 74 playing music 84 troubleshooting 177 CD drive adding 160 identifying 73 locating drive 8 replacing 160 troubleshooting 177 using 73 cellular phone memory cards 72 Certificate of Authenticity 6 cleaning audio CD 142 case 141 CD 142 computer exterior 140 computer screen 141 DVD 142 keyboard 141 LCD panel...
www.emachines.com Index Index A AC power connector 10 accessing shared drives 60 shared files 61 shared folders 60 accessories safety precautions 194 accounts Internet 43 ISP ... information 90 inserting 74 playing music 84 troubleshooting 177 CD drive adding 160 identifying 73 locating drive 8 replacing 160 troubleshooting 177 using 73 cellular phone memory cards 72 Certificate of Authenticity 6 cleaning audio CD 142 case 141 CD 142 computer exterior 140 computer screen 141 DVD 142 keyboard 141 LCD panel...
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Index www.emachines.com IEEE 1394 9, 11, 13, 90 keyboard 8, 10, 11 line in 11 line out 11 memory card reader 9 microphone 9, 11 modem 11 monitor 11 monitor (VGA) 75 mouse 8, 10, 11 network 11, 12 parallel 10 power 10 power cord 10 printer ... 143 Disk Defragmenter 145 diskette troubleshooting 178 diskette drive troubleshooting 178 display changing resolution 109 properties 75, 113 troubleshooting 179 using screen saver 112 documentation eMachines Web site 2 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 4 documents creating 36 opening 37 printing 38 saving 37 domain name 57 double-clicking 23 ...
Index www.emachines.com IEEE 1394 9, 11, 13, 90 keyboard 8, 10, 11 line in 11 line out 11 memory card reader 9 microphone 9, 11 modem 11 monitor 11 monitor (VGA) 75 mouse 8, 10, 11 network 11, 12 parallel 10 power 10 power cord 10 printer ... 143 Disk Defragmenter 145 diskette troubleshooting 178 diskette drive troubleshooting 178 display changing resolution 109 properties 75, 113 troubleshooting 179 using screen saver 112 documentation eMachines Web site 2 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 4 documents creating 36 opening 37 printing 38 saving 37 domain name 57 double-clicking 23 ...
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www.emachines.com Index equipment needed 51 example 51 installing cards 52 installing drivers 52 jack 11, 12 Ethernet network creating 52 expansion card adding 171 replacing ... 21 numeric keypad 21 power 9 Scroll Lock 21 installing battery 159 devices 13 digital camera 13 digital video camera 13 Fax 64 front bezel 156 memory 158 peripheral devices 13, 150 printer 13, 150 programs 151 scanner 13, 150 side panel 154 system battery 159 Internet account 43 broadband connection 12...
www.emachines.com Index equipment needed 51 example 51 installing cards 52 installing drivers 52 jack 11, 12 Ethernet network creating 52 expansion card adding 171 replacing ... 21 numeric keypad 21 power 9 Scroll Lock 21 installing battery 159 devices 13 digital camera 13 digital video camera 13 Fax 64 front bezel 156 memory 158 peripheral devices 13, 150 printer 13, 150 programs 151 scanner 13, 150 side panel 154 system battery 159 Internet account 43 broadband connection 12...
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Index www.emachines.com keys and buttons application 21 arrow 21 audio playback 21 directional ...SecurityCenter 121, 122 scanning for viruses 123 updating definitions 124 Media Player 83 memory adding 158 installing 158 replacing 158 troubleshooting 184 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 72 replacing 162 using 72 menu bar 29 messages checking ... objects 23 settings from old computer 147 MP3 file creating 88 editing track information 90 playing 83 MP3 player memory cards 72 MPEG file playing 83 multimedia adjusting volume 23, 81 playing audio CD 84 playing DVD 84, 86...
Index www.emachines.com keys and buttons application 21 arrow 21 audio playback 21 directional ...SecurityCenter 121, 122 scanning for viruses 123 updating definitions 124 Media Player 83 memory adding 158 installing 158 replacing 158 troubleshooting 184 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 72 replacing 162 using 72 menu bar 29 messages checking ... objects 23 settings from old computer 147 MP3 file creating 88 editing track information 90 playing 83 MP3 player memory cards 72 MPEG file playing 83 multimedia adjusting volume 23, 81 playing audio CD 84 playing DVD 84, 86...
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www.emachines.com Index using 60 NTSC/PAL jack 76 numeric keypad 21 indicator 21 O online help 3, 4 ... Pad Lock indicator 21 parallel port 10 password 189 pasting files and folders 31, 39 text and graphics 39 PDA memory cards 72 peripheral devices 13 playing audio CD 84 audio file 83, 105 DVD 86 Media Player file 83 multimedia files... 75, 113 screen resolution 75 PS/2 port keyboard 10 mouse 10 R radio listening with Windows Media Player 105 RAM See memory rebooting computer 20 recordable drive 8 identifying 73 locating drive 8 troubleshooting 177 recording audio file 87, 105 CD tracks 88, ...
www.emachines.com Index using 60 NTSC/PAL jack 76 numeric keypad 21 indicator 21 O online help 3, 4 ... Pad Lock indicator 21 parallel port 10 password 189 pasting files and folders 31, 39 text and graphics 39 PDA memory cards 72 peripheral devices 13 playing audio CD 84 audio file 83, 105 DVD 86 Media Player file 83 multimedia files... 75, 113 screen resolution 75 PS/2 port keyboard 10 mouse 10 R radio listening with Windows Media Player 105 RAM See memory rebooting computer 20 recordable drive 8 identifying 73 locating drive 8 troubleshooting 177 recording audio file 87, 105 CD tracks 88, ...