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... Cleaning your computer 60 Cleaning the exterior 60 Cleaning the keyboard 61 Cleaning the monitor 61 Cleaning the mouse 61 Cleaning optical discs 62 Updating Windows 62 Using BigFix 63 Managing hard drive space 63 Checking hard drive space 64 ii
... Cleaning your computer 60 Cleaning the exterior 60 Cleaning the keyboard 61 Cleaning the monitor 61 Cleaning the mouse 61 Cleaning optical discs 62 Updating Windows 62 Using BigFix 63 Managing hard drive space 63 Checking hard drive space 64 ii
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Contents Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 95 Using Microsoft System Restore 99 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . 102 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . 103 Telephone support 104 Before calling Customer Care 104 eMachines contact information 105 Self-help 106 Appendix A: Legal Notices 107 Index 117 iv
Contents Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 95 Using Microsoft System Restore 99 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . 102 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . 103 Telephone support 104 Before calling Customer Care 104 eMachines contact information 105 Self-help 106 Appendix A: Legal Notices 107 Index 117 iv
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..., easy-to-read manual that are specific to your hard drive. Accessing the online User Guide In addition to additional eMachines documentation and detailed specifications. Chapter 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes...• Using and customizing Windows and other computer information, see your computer's label. For more information For more information about your computer, visit the eMachines Support page at www.emachines.com or the Web address shown on your model of eMachines computer. Your User Guide...
..., easy-to-read manual that are specific to your hard drive. Accessing the online User Guide In addition to additional eMachines documentation and detailed specifications. Chapter 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes...• Using and customizing Windows and other computer information, see your computer's label. For more information For more information about your computer, visit the eMachines Support page at www.emachines.com or the Web address shown on your model of eMachines computer. Your User Guide...
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www.emachines.com eMachines contact information The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system. Technical Support Serial number telephone number ... of Authenticity label found on the top of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. 3 eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you call for your computer model and serial number.
www.emachines.com eMachines contact information The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system. Technical Support Serial number telephone number ... of Authenticity label found on the top of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. 3 eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you call for your computer model and serial number.
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...shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use the keyboard and touchpad. www.emachines.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. Setting up your...relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is at the same height and distance as the monitor. • Avoid focusing your eyes on windows, and by installing shades or curtains on your computer screen for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands...
...shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use the keyboard and touchpad. www.emachines.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. Setting up your...relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is at the same height and distance as the monitor. • Avoid focusing your eyes on windows, and by installing shades or curtains on your computer screen for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands...
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... state is the easiest way to turn off . 17 Waking up . www.emachines.com 5 To open your computer Tip For more information on the power button flashes. If your computer is in Windows to power down most system operations to remove all electrical power from your computer ...wall outlets. Turning off your computer, press and hold the power button for about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your computer for files. While in the power supply and system board remain energized. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and...
... state is the easiest way to turn off . 17 Waking up . www.emachines.com 5 To open your computer Tip For more information on the power button flashes. If your computer is in Windows to power down most system operations to remove all electrical power from your computer ...wall outlets. Turning off your computer, press and hold the power button for about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your computer for files. While in the power supply and system board remain energized. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and...
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Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the keyboard The keyboard has several different types of keys and buttons. Enhanced keyboard Editing buttons Audio playback buttons Function keys Internet Navigation keys buttons Indicators Windows keys Directional keys Application key Numeric keypad Standard keyboard Function keys Indicators Navigation keys Internet buttons Windows keys Directional keys Application key Numeric keypad 20 Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is active.
Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the keyboard The keyboard has several different types of keys and buttons. Enhanced keyboard Editing buttons Audio playback buttons Function keys Internet Navigation keys buttons Indicators Windows keys Directional keys Application key Numeric keypad Standard keyboard Function keys Indicators Navigation keys Internet buttons Windows keys Directional keys Application key Numeric keypad 20 Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is active.
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... keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad (NUM LOCK) is activated. www.emachines.com Feature Icon Editing buttons Function keys Internet buttons Audio playback buttons Navigation keys Indicators Windows keys Application key Directional keys Numeric keypad Description Press these keys to start program actions...a line, up , down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to the end of these buttons to open the Windows Start menu. Each program uses different function keys for different purposes. Press this key to access shortcut menus and help assistants in combination ...
... keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad (NUM LOCK) is activated. www.emachines.com Feature Icon Editing buttons Function keys Internet buttons Audio playback buttons Navigation keys Indicators Windows keys Application key Directional keys Numeric keypad Description Press these keys to start program actions...a line, up , down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to the end of these buttons to open the Windows Start menu. Each program uses different function keys for different purposes. Press this key to access shortcut menus and help assistants in combination ...
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... (DVD) is ... Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started If your optical drive has Your drive type Use your online User Guide. Use a music program or Windows Media Player on a DVD player or a DVD drive-equipped computer. DVDs can fit on a CD player or your computer's CD drive. is similar to play...
... (DVD) is ... Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started If your optical drive has Your drive type Use your online User Guide. Use a music program or Windows Media Player on a DVD player or a DVD drive-equipped computer. DVDs can fit on a CD player or your computer's CD drive. is similar to play...
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... the computer while the memory card reader access indicator is blinking. Important Do not use the remove hardware icon in your speakers' controls or the Windows volume controls. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on the keyboard. To adjust the volume from the reader before you will have to ... the knob on the front of the speakers. -ORUse the mute and volume control buttons on page 20. The volume control slider opens. 29 www.emachines.com To remove a memory card: • Wait for the memory card reader access indicator to stop blinking, then pull the memory card out of ...
... the computer while the memory card reader access indicator is blinking. Important Do not use the remove hardware icon in your speakers' controls or the Windows volume controls. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on the keyboard. To adjust the volume from the reader before you will have to ... the knob on the front of the speakers. -ORUse the mute and volume control buttons on page 20. The volume control slider opens. 29 www.emachines.com To remove a memory card: • Wait for the memory card reader access indicator to stop blinking, then pull the memory card out of ...
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... volume in the top-right corner of general volume (such as the volume used for individual devices. To restore volume, click it . Tip Adjust the Windows Sounds slider to decrease volume. 3 To mute the volume, click (Mute). Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started 2 Click and drag the slider up to increase...
... volume in the top-right corner of general volume (such as the volume used for individual devices. To restore volume, click it . Tip Adjust the Windows Sounds slider to decrease volume. 3 To mute the volume, click (Mute). Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started 2 Click and drag the slider up to increase...
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... The Realtek dialog box opens. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to the computer audio jack(s). 2 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. www.emachines.com Configuring the audio jacks If the back of your computer has the Realtek Sound Effect Manager installed, double-click the Sound Effect Manager icon...configure the audio jacks. For example, the blue jack on the computer can be a stereo in jack or a stereo out jack. The Control Panel window opens. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, Sound, the Playback tab, then click Configure. -ORIf your computer has five audio jacks, they can be used...
... The Realtek dialog box opens. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to the computer audio jack(s). 2 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. www.emachines.com Configuring the audio jacks If the back of your computer has the Realtek Sound Effect Manager installed, double-click the Sound Effect Manager icon...configure the audio jacks. For example, the blue jack on the computer can be a stereo in jack or a stereo out jack. The Control Panel window opens. 3 Click Hardware and Sound, Sound, the Playback tab, then click Configure. -ORIf your computer has five audio jacks, they can be used...
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www.emachines.com 4 If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 38. 7 Return your computer to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of memory in your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10...
www.emachines.com 4 If you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 38. 7 Return your computer to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of memory in your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10...
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... the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 49 If you are using the new hard drive as your primary drive, install Windows using the operating system DVD that came with the slots on the inside of case 9 Tighten the cage thumbscrew, then plug the hard drive cage... panel" on page 35. 2 For more information on restoring your system, see "Recovering your system" on page 94. For more stability, place your computer. www.emachines.com 8 Line up the tabs on the right side of the cage with your computer on its side.
... the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 49 If you are using the new hard drive as your primary drive, install Windows using the operating system DVD that came with the slots on the inside of case 9 Tighten the cage thumbscrew, then plug the hard drive cage... panel" on page 35. 2 For more information on restoring your system, see "Recovering your system" on page 94. For more stability, place your computer. www.emachines.com 8 Line up the tabs on the right side of the cage with your computer on its side.
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Chapter 5 Maintaining Your Computer • Setting up a maintenance schedule • Caring for your computer • Cleaning your computer • Updating Windows • Using BigFix • Managing hard drive space • Scheduling maintenance tasks • Moving from your old computer 57
Chapter 5 Maintaining Your Computer • Setting up a maintenance schedule • Caring for your computer • Cleaning your computer • Updating Windows • Using BigFix • Managing hard drive space • Scheduling maintenance tasks • Moving from your old computer 57
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Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up files X X X Clean computer case and X peripheral devices 58 Maintenance task Weekly Monthly When needed Check for viruses X X X Run Windows Update X X Manage hard drive space X Clean up hard drives X X Scan hard drive for errors X X Defragment hard drive X X Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up files X X X Clean computer case and X peripheral devices 58 Maintenance task Weekly Monthly When needed Check for viruses X X X Run Windows Update X X Manage hard drive space X Clean up hard drives X X Scan hard drive for errors X X Defragment hard drive X X Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
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...the center to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to-date. For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Help For more information, see "Windows Update" in a circle, using a product made especially for your computer's operating system, software...to the edge, not around in your online User Guide. For information on your computer. Use Windows Update to the software and hardware on running smoothly. Updating Windows Windows Update helps you with a tailored selection of updates that apply only to choose updates for the ...
...the center to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to-date. For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Help For more information, see "Windows Update" in a circle, using a product made especially for your computer's operating system, software...to the edge, not around in your online User Guide. For information on your computer. Use Windows Update to the software and hardware on running smoothly. Updating Windows Windows Update helps you with a tailored selection of updates that apply only to choose updates for the ...
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... that icon to check hard drive space, delete unnecessary files, defragment files, and back up files. 63 www.emachines.com Using BigFix BigFix monitors your computer for problems and conflicts. Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you...
... that icon to check hard drive space, delete unnecessary files, defragment files, and back up files. 63 www.emachines.com Using BigFix BigFix monitors your computer for problems and conflicts. Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you...
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Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Checking hard drive space To check hard drive space: Shortcut Start Ö Computer Ö right-click drive Ö Properties 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that you want to check for available file space, then click Properties. Drive space information appears. 64
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Checking hard drive space To check hard drive space: Shortcut Start Ö Computer Ö right-click drive Ö Properties 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that you want to check for available file space, then click Properties. Drive space information appears. 64
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... Properties, then click the Tools tab. 3 Click Check Now, then click Start. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that are found by following the on the hard drive so Windows does not use your computer). This process may take several hours every day, you restart your ...computer less frequently, once a month may be adequate. After Windows has finished checking the drive for errors, it provides a summary of the problems that it found. 4 Correct any problems that you use them....
... Properties, then click the Tools tab. 3 Click Check Now, then click Start. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that are found by following the on the hard drive so Windows does not use your computer). This process may take several hours every day, you restart your ...computer less frequently, once a month may be adequate. After Windows has finished checking the drive for errors, it provides a summary of the problems that it found. 4 Correct any problems that you use them....