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Question posted by jopoulantza on July 15th, 2014

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Can I use an external hard disk with USB3 connection on my e-machine EL1832?

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Answer #1: Posted by TheWiz on July 15th, 2014 2:20 PM
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Yes, USB 3.0 is backwards compatible with older USB ports.

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User Guide - Page 3

... 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 ... the volume 21 Using the keyboard 22 Enhanced keyboard 22 Standard keyboard 22 Keyboard features 23 Using the mouse 24 Connecting the modem 26 Connecting to a wired ...
User Guide - Page 4

Memory card types 31 Inserting a memory card 32 Using the CD or DVD drive 33 Identifying drive types 33 Inserting a CD or DVD 34 Playing a CD 35 Playing a DVD 35 Creating CDs or DVDs ... 57 Add-in cards 57 Audio 57 Battery 57 CD or 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
User Guide - Page 14

... 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...
User Guide - Page 15

... your drive, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 28. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 28. Desktop PC Front Component DVD/CD drive Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional) Hard drive access indicator IEEE ... model and serial number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into the optional diskette drive.
User Guide - Page 17

...Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Plug an external audio input source (such as a digital camera) into these screws before opening the case. If..., see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on...
User Guide - Page 27

... wait ten seconds, then turn it . To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls: ■ If you are using external speakers, turn it off , press and hold the power button for more... programs does not restore your computer to normal operation, you may have to check the disk status runs automatically. The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the Applications tab, then click...
User Guide - Page 36

...then press the diskette eject button. 30 www.eMachines.com Diskette slot Drive activity light Eject button To use a diskette: 1 Insert the diskette into the diskette drive with the label facing up. 2 To ... or transferring files to another computer. Chapter 4: Using Drives and Ports Using the diskette drive The optional diskette drive uses 3.5-inch diskettes (sometimes called floppy disks).
User Guide - Page 41

...has greater data capacity. www.eMachines.com 35 Using the CD or DVD drive Playing a CD Use the music program or Windows Media Player on ..., several albums of music, or several gigabytes of data can use the CD or DVD burning program on a single disc. Creating... music CDs ■ Edit music track information ■ Use your music files to build a music library ■ Listen to Internet Radio...
User Guide - Page 44

... data on your computer. Use Windows Update to -date.... most recent updates and fixes to the software and hardware on both diskettes and hard drives. ■ Avoid subjecting your computer to the Internet. 2 Click Start,...of time, unplug AC power. www.eMachines.com To run Windows Update: 1 Connect to extreme temperature changes. ■ Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. Magnetic...
User Guide - Page 50

... computer are included in a circle, using the restore discs or hard drive backup files are available on the backup restore discs that you can use the backup files located on restore discs... around in the instruction booklet that were included with your computer. The instructions for using a product made especially for the purpose. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning CDs or ...
User Guide - Page 62

...Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are connected. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is turned on page 56. The...unplug your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. ■ If a peripheral ...
User Guide - Page 65

... the diskette is full" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try using is IBM-compatible. ■ Try a different diskette. Delete unnecessary files on the diskette.... the diskette and try again. ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected to diskette or you see a "Disk is down (unprotected). ■ Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. ■ ...
User Guide - Page 66

... You see a "Non-system disk" or "Disk error" error message ■ Eject... the diskette from the diskette drive, then press ENTER. ■ Make sure that the diskette you want to restore, then click Restore. The diskette drive LED is IBM-compatible. To restore deleted files: 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon. 2 Right-click the file you are using...
User Guide - Page 67

..., you empty the Recycle Bin. ■ Save your files to backup media, then delete them from the hard drive. You see an "Insufficient disk space" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup. ■ Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, then clicking Empty Recycle Bin...
User Guide - Page 68

... and are using a dial-up correctly. OR - Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in your residence or at your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up modem, make sure that the modem cable is having technical difficulties. For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. See "Desktop PC Back...
User Guide - Page 70

... network jack. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Contact your computer. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your computer is connected to the telephone line ... module is disabled before using the modem. Also make sure that the modem dialing properties are cleared and call messaging, or voice mail, make sure that the connections have been made correctly....
User Guide - Page 72

... another modem is in use (for example, someone is limited to 53K. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You cannot connect to make sure that the telephone line is not in use ). ■ Use the modem cable that came... another device, make sure that the connections have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to ...
User Guide - Page 78

... the printer is online. For more information, see a "Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the volume controls are using external speakers, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 21. ■ If you may want to add additional memory to check your speaker connections.
User Guide - Page 84

...the transmission, the date and time it unlawful for any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains, in the off-peak hours such as early morning or ... five (5.0). The equipment must be connected to determine the number of connection. If this equipment. The modem is designed to be installed using a compatible modular jack which may request...
User Guide - Page 91

Ethernet connecting 27 jack 27 Ethernet jack 12 external audio jack 11 F faxes troubleshooting 66 files opening 25 troubleshooting 60 finding Help and Support topics 4 Firewire port 9, 12, 28 folders opening 25 front bezel removing 49 replacing 49 function keys 23 H hard drive indicator 9 troubleshooting 61 headphone jack 9, 11 help online 5 using 3 Help and Support...

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