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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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...outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com If you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of your new... with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition. We sincerely hope that you keep your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. You have highlighted some basic...
...outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com If you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of your new... with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition. We sincerely hope that you keep your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with fast, considerate service. You have highlighted some basic...
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... - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To fix the problem, click on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. To learn more about the latest... Tools, then click BigFix. These topics are located in Help and Support and are located on that icon to search for problems and conflicts. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you entered in the Search box. For each search, you receive the following search result types: ■...
... - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To fix the problem, click on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. To learn more about the latest... Tools, then click BigFix. These topics are located in Help and Support and are located on that icon to search for problems and conflicts. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you entered in the Search box. For each search, you receive the following search result types: ■...
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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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Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer by using a surge protector. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. Use the power selection switch on ...factory. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of your computer to set the power supply to this , the voltage switch should always be...
Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer by using a surge protector. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. Use the power selection switch on ...factory. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of your computer to set the power supply to this , the voltage switch should always be...
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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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... power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are connected. ■ Make sure that the AC outlet is supplying... power. ■ If you have problems with your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not ... instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Type the keyword troubleshooting in a program, see "First steps" on and while the modem cable and...
... power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are connected. ■ Make sure that the AC outlet is supplying... power. ■ If you have problems with your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not ... instruction. ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 56 www.eMachines.com Type the keyword troubleshooting in a program, see "First steps" on and while the modem cable and...
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Audio See "Sound" on your computer. ■ Clean the disc. You may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card. Battery See "Power" on page 44. ■ Make sure ... CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may not be read by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 70. For more information, see the documentation that you have copy protection software...
Audio See "Sound" on your computer. ■ Clean the disc. You may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your add-in card. Battery See "Power" on page 44. ■ Make sure ... CD or DVD drive. ■ Your computer may not be read by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. www.eMachines.com 57 For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 70. For more information, see the documentation that you have copy protection software...
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Help and Support For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 61 The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a "Data error" message This may be lost when you may need to reinstall the ... see a "General failure reading drive C" error message ■ If a diskette is full, copy any files not regularly used to another drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. Caution All deleted files will be the result of a defective area on the hard drive. If the hard drive is...
Help and Support For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.eMachines.com 61 The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a "Data error" message This may be lost when you may need to reinstall the ... see a "General failure reading drive C" error message ■ If a diskette is full, copy any files not regularly used to another drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. Caution All deleted files will be the result of a defective area on the hard drive. If the hard drive is...
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... a different URL. Connecting to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. ■ Make sure that the connections have a problem with your modem. Contact your local telephone service ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web..., then click Help and Support. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your computer 62 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See also "Modem (dial-up correctly. If you connect and the number of users accessing those computers ...
... a different URL. Connecting to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. ■ Make sure that the connections have a problem with your modem. Contact your local telephone service ■ The condition of graphics and multimedia on Web pages ■ Having multiple Web..., then click Help and Support. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your computer 62 www.eMachines.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Internet See also "Modem (dial-up correctly. If you connect and the number of users accessing those computers ...
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Line noise is a common problem that makes a difference. When the dial tone stops, listen for noise or low line levels. ■ Try another telephone line (either a different telephone number in ... noise (scratchy, crackling, or popping sounds). The faster the modem, the less line noise it can connect on the same line as the modem. www.eMachines.com 65 The Control Panel window opens. The telephone line may be too noisy. If your house or a telephone line at a different location). You can...
Line noise is a common problem that makes a difference. When the dial tone stops, listen for noise or low line levels. ■ Try another telephone line (either a different telephone number in ... noise (scratchy, crackling, or popping sounds). The faster the modem, the less line noise it can connect on the same line as the modem. www.eMachines.com 65 The Control Panel window opens. The telephone line may be too noisy. If your house or a telephone line at a different location). You can...
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...a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. Your ISP may cause problems with just one program. ■ Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on your computer. ■ Run Windows modem ...; Make sure that came with a different communications program. Contact your computer. The modem is limited to 48K. The problem may lower the speed even further. If your computer has a v.92 modem, the speed at 56K Current FCC regulations... the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 66 www.eMachines.com
...a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. Your ISP may cause problems with just one program. ■ Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on your computer. ■ Run Windows modem ...; Make sure that came with a different communications program. Contact your computer. The modem is limited to 48K. The problem may lower the speed even further. If your computer has a v.92 modem, the speed at 56K Current FCC regulations... the Phone and Modem Options icon, then click the Modems tab. 66 www.eMachines.com
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...the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have installed it . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : ■ Online Help ■ Printed documentation ■ The Microsoft Windows documentation ■ The software publisher's Web site ■... eMachines Customer Care If you have you follow these recommendations before contacting Customer Care: ■ Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is nearby at the time of this chapter. The technician may have a technical problem ...
...the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have installed it . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from eMachines, see : ■ Online Help ■ Printed documentation ■ The Microsoft Windows documentation ■ The software publisher's Web site ■... eMachines Customer Care If you have you follow these recommendations before contacting Customer Care: ■ Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is nearby at the time of this chapter. The technician may have a technical problem ...
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...is used on telephone company-provided coin service. The equipment must be provided to the telephone line. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com In most areas, the sum of RENs should be connected to the users' satisfaction. The telephone company may be connected to...briefly explain to a line, as set out in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is designed to be aware that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. When programming or making test ...
...is used on telephone company-provided coin service. The equipment must be provided to the telephone line. In some situations. 78 www.eMachines.com In most areas, the sum of RENs should be connected to the users' satisfaction. The telephone company may be connected to...briefly explain to a line, as set out in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is designed to be aware that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. When programming or making test ...
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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