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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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... 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
... 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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...the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to high-quality, brand...be pleased with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition. We are provided with fast, considerate service. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you with the best product possible. We sincerely hope that you ever have a problem...
...the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at affordable prices. Thanks again, from your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to high-quality, brand...be pleased with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition. We are provided with fast, considerate service. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to help you with the best product possible. We sincerely hope that you ever have a problem...
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... the many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. To... start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and 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, product specifications,...
... the many features of help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. To... start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and 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, product specifications,...
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... Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you...
... Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you...
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You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. You can access most online help Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. www.eMachines.com 5
You can search for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. You can access most online help Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for information by clicking a Help button. www.eMachines.com 5
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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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... memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. www.eMachines.com 9 Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) ... mode or Hibernate mode. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into this jack. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This jack is accessed. Contains your drive type and for more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 28...
... memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. www.eMachines.com 9 Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) ... mode or Hibernate mode. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into this jack. You can also configure the power button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. This jack is accessed. Contains your drive type and for more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 28...
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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. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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... device" on your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 60 Hz. www.eMachines.com 11 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other areas of the world, such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved...
... device" on your computer is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 60 Hz. www.eMachines.com 11 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other areas of the world, such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved...
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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 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports.
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 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports.
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... will need this section are for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system. Microsoft Certificate of ...
... will need this section are for assistance. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system. Microsoft Certificate of ...
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... the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Look away from your eyes. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■...
... the floor Screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you can avoid glare on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com Look away from your eyes. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■...
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... your keyboard and mouse at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your elbow. You should be perpendicular to provide extra back support. www.eMachines.com 17 You can use a pillow or cushion to your line of your wrists.
... your keyboard and mouse at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your elbow. You should be perpendicular to provide extra back support. www.eMachines.com 17 You can use a pillow or cushion to your line of your wrists.
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... supply should be moved to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Use the power selection switch on your computer. In other areas of electricity coming into your computer to provide power to your computer during...
... supply should be moved to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Use the power selection switch on your computer. In other areas of electricity coming into your computer to provide power to your computer during...