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...Guide 2 eMachines contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 Reducing eye strain 13 Setting up your computer desk and chair 13 Sitting at your computer 14 ...to a broadband modem or network 15 Connecting a dial-up modem 16 Starting your computer 16 Waking up your computer 17 Turning off your computer 17 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 19 Using the keyboard 20 Using the mouse 22 Using optical drives 24 Features ...
...Guide 2 eMachines contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 Reducing eye strain 13 Setting up your computer desk and chair 13 Sitting at your computer 14 ...to a broadband modem or network 15 Connecting a dial-up modem 16 Starting your computer 16 Waking up your computer 17 Turning off your computer 17 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 19 Using the keyboard 20 Using the mouse 22 Using optical drives 24 Features ...
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www.emachines.com Deleting unnecessary files 65 Checking the hard drive for errors 66 Defragmenting the hard drive 67 Backing up files 68 Scheduling maintenance tasks 69 Moving from your old computer 70 Transferring files and settings automatically 70 Transferring files and settings manually 70 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 73 Safety guidelines 74 First steps...
www.emachines.com Deleting unnecessary files 65 Checking the hard drive for errors 66 Defragmenting the hard drive 67 Backing up files 68 Scheduling maintenance tasks 69 Moving from your old computer 70 Transferring files and settings automatically 70 Transferring files and settings manually 70 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 73 Safety guidelines 74 First steps...
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... your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your model of eMachines computer. 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 computer because hardware options and port locations may look different than your hard drive. Your...
... your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your model of eMachines computer. 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 computer because hardware options and port locations may look different than your hard drive. Your...
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... Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the top of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. www.emachines.com eMachines contact information The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation...
... Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the top of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. www.emachines.com eMachines contact information The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation...
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...Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader. This jack is color-coded pink. www.emachines.com Component Icon Optical disc drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this drive to listen... these ports. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on or off. For more information about your drive, see "Using a memory card" on page 28.
...Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader. This jack is color-coded pink. www.emachines.com Component Icon Optical disc drive Memory card reader Power button/power indicator USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Use this drive to listen... these ports. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on or off. For more information about your drive, see "Using a memory card" on page 28.
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... computer. For more information, see "Connecting a dial-up modem" on page 16. 9 Remove this jack. For more information, see "Learning about the Internet" in ) jack (blue plug) Modem jack (optional) Description Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. www.emachines...
... computer. For more information, see "Connecting a dial-up modem" on page 16. 9 Remove this jack. For more information, see "Learning about the Internet" in ) jack (blue plug) Modem jack (optional) Description Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. www.emachines...
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www.emachines.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and screen so you use the keyboard and touchpad. If the desk is not adjustable or is too tall, consider using an adjustable ... Avoid focusing your eyes on the back of your thighs. • Adjust the back of the chair so it supports the lower curve of the computer desk so your work area. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the...
www.emachines.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and screen so you use the keyboard and touchpad. If the desk is not adjustable or is too tall, consider using an adjustable ... Avoid focusing your eyes on the back of your thighs. • Adjust the back of the chair so it supports the lower curve of the computer desk so your work area. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the...
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...Hz. The power supply, a component built into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. 15 To set the voltage selection switch: 1 Disconnect your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as Europe, the utility power is operating in an environment such as while in cards, and peripheral devices. You ...damaged. The power supply should always be set to this , the voltage switch should be moved to 230. www.emachines.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your computer to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network. For information about setting up a wired or ...
...Hz. The power supply, a component built into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. 15 To set the voltage selection switch: 1 Disconnect your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as Europe, the utility power is operating in an environment such as while in cards, and peripheral devices. You ...damaged. The power supply should always be set to this , the voltage switch should be moved to 230. www.emachines.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your computer to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network. For information about setting up a wired or ...
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... about five seconds, then release it does turn your online User Guide. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer for about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in Sleep mode, move the mouse, press a... mode called Sleep. In order to "wake" it has been turned completely off your computer. Putting your computer into Sleep mode is in your computer's Start menu, click (Start). Turning off your computer Warning When you left them. www.emachines.com 5 To open your online User Guide. Waking up .
... about five seconds, then release it does turn your online User Guide. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer for about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in Sleep mode, move the mouse, press a... mode called Sleep. In order to "wake" it has been turned completely off your computer. Putting your computer into Sleep mode is in your computer's Start menu, click (Start). Turning off your computer Warning When you left them. www.emachines.com 5 To open your online User Guide. Waking up .
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Your computer turns off (about five seconds), then press it again to turn off, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off , then turns on . 19 To restart your computer does not turn the computer back on again. 2 If your computer: 1 Click (Start), click the arrow next to restart (reboot) your computer. www.emachines.com Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you may need to the lock icon, then click Restart.
Your computer turns off (about five seconds), then press it again to turn off, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off , then turns on . 19 To restart your computer does not turn the computer back on again. 2 If your computer: 1 Click (Start), click the arrow next to restart (reboot) your computer. www.emachines.com Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you may need to the lock icon, then click Restart.
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...or launch your audio files and to adjust the volume. Press these buttons to open utilities like F (Find/Search), R (Run), and E (Computer). Press one of a line, to open the Windows Start menu. Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of these keys to play... your Internet home page or e-mail program. Press these keys to copy, cut, and paste. 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...
...or launch your audio files and to adjust the volume. Press these buttons to open utilities like F (Find/Search), R (Run), and E (Computer). Press one of a line, to open the Windows Start menu. Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of these keys to play... your Internet home page or e-mail program. Press these keys to copy, cut, and paste. 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...
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... the object where you reach the edge of the mouse pad, then continue moving the mouse. Release the button to the appropriate part of the computer display. For instructions on how to clean the mouse, see the "Customizing" chapter in your mouse pad and need to move through a document. If you... left mouse button twice. Quickly press and release the left mouse button. Press the left mouse button and hold it in all programs. To... www.emachines.com You can use the left and right buttons on the mouse to select objects on the display. Do this...
... the object where you reach the edge of the mouse pad, then continue moving the mouse. Release the button to the appropriate part of the computer display. For instructions on how to clean the mouse, see the "Customizing" chapter in your mouse pad and need to move through a document. If you... left mouse button twice. Quickly press and release the left mouse button. Press the left mouse button and hold it in all programs. To... www.emachines.com You can use the left and right buttons on the mouse to select objects on the display. Do this...
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.... Creating discs Recording to optical discs You can use the disc burning program on your computer to copy tracks from a music CD to make backups of high-definition video. A dual-layer HD-DVD can hold 50 GB of files, about 23 hours of standard-definition video, or about 5.5 hours of high-... or about nine hours of your hard drive, copy or create data discs, create music CDs, create video DVDs, and more data than a DVD. www.emachines.com Playing a Blu-ray Disc Blu-ray Disc is a high-capacity optical disc format that can store much more information about playing Blu-ray Discs...
.... Creating discs Recording to optical discs You can use the disc burning program on your computer to copy tracks from a music CD to make backups of high-definition video. A dual-layer HD-DVD can hold 50 GB of files, about 23 hours of standard-definition video, or about 5.5 hours of high-... or about nine hours of your hard drive, copy or create data discs, create music CDs, create video DVDs, and more data than a DVD. www.emachines.com Playing a Blu-ray Disc Blu-ray Disc is a high-capacity optical disc format that can store much more information about playing Blu-ray Discs...
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...option under Ask someone, or picking a category from Information from all of your new computer. Visit the eMachines Web support site at affordable prices. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials,... and personalized information about Windows and to help you are provided with your new eMachines computer for a topic. 2 To start Help and Support: 1 Click (Start), then click Help and Support. You can find help ...
...option under Ask someone, or picking a category from Information from all of your new computer. Visit the eMachines Web support site at affordable prices. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials,... and personalized information about Windows and to help you are provided with your new eMachines computer for a topic. 2 To start Help and Support: 1 Click (Start), then click Help and Support. You can find help ...
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Starter Guide for your eMachines computer Look inside for helpful hints on: • Using Windows • Using multimedia • Protecting your computer • Restoring your computer
Starter Guide for your eMachines computer Look inside for helpful hints on: • Using Windows • Using multimedia • Protecting your computer • Restoring your computer
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We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you ! Thank you get started with your eMachines computer. Thank you for your purchase!
We want to make your experience a satisfying one, so we've put together tips to help you ! Thank you get started with your eMachines computer. Thank you for your purchase!
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..., System Tools, then click BigFix. Find contact information and your computer's serial number on this label Check your online user guide for easy-to-understand information on your eMachines computer, BigFix checks your desktop or notebook computer. You can find the number on the label that's on your... computer for you on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for ...
..., System Tools, then click BigFix. Find contact information and your computer's serial number on this label Check your online user guide for easy-to-understand information on your eMachines computer, BigFix checks your desktop or notebook computer. You can find the number on the label that's on your... computer for you on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for ...
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You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your new eMachines computer. for your computer, then click the Play button ( ). Note: You must have a DVD disc drive to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Put the ...
You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in your new eMachines computer. for your computer, then click the Play button ( ). Note: You must have a DVD disc drive to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Put the ...
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... Make sure that the songs you want to save by right-clicking on the item and selecting Add to -use software already installed on your eMachines computer. Create a DVD To save them to create a DVD For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in the disc drive on your... complete, click Start Burn. Note: you want to DVD, open Windows Media Player and put a blank, writable DVD into the DVD burner on your computer. Create an MP3 music file To create an MP3, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and...
... Make sure that the songs you want to save by right-clicking on the item and selecting Add to -use software already installed on your eMachines computer. Create a DVD To save them to create a DVD For more information about using media, see "Using Multimedia" in the disc drive on your... complete, click Start Burn. Note: you want to DVD, open Windows Media Player and put a blank, writable DVD into the DVD burner on your computer. Create an MP3 music file To create an MP3, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player will create MP3s and...
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Use these tools regularly to improve the security of personal information stored on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, Windows Update, and Windows Defender-all ...Vista • Norton Internet Security-Reduces the chances of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you keep your online user guide. keeping your computer safe Your eMachines computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you if something is detected...
Use these tools regularly to improve the security of personal information stored on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, Windows Update, and Windows Defender-all ...Vista • Norton Internet Security-Reduces the chances of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you keep your online user guide. keeping your computer safe Your eMachines computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you if something is detected...