eMachines ET1831-01 Support Question
eMachines ET1831-01 Support Question
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Question posted by Anonymous-90127 on December 21st, 2012
How Do I Make It Wireless
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Answer #1: Posted by tintinb on January 25th, 2013 9:16 AM
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You can make your eMachines ET1831-01 connect wirelessly to the network via Wi-Fi technology by using a wi-Fi dongle. This is a USB interfaced dongle that can be purchased online at Amazon.com. You can buy it $15 to $40 or even more depending on the seller's pricing. You can find it here:
If you have more questions, please don't hesitate to ask here at HelpOwl. Experts here are always willing to answer your questions to the best of our knowledge and expertise.
Regards,
Tintin
Related eMachines ET1831-01 Manual Pages
User Guide - Page 3
Contents
1 Getting Help 1
eMachines Web 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 ...
User Guide - Page 14
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 ...
User Guide - Page 15
....
Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. Contains information about your model and serial number.
Contains your drive, see "Identifying drive types" on page 30. Desktop PC Front
Component DVD/CD drive
Diskette drive (optional) USB ports (optional)
Hard drive access indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional)
Memory card reader (optional)
Power button...
User Guide - Page 16
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
...
User Guide - Page 17
Desktop PC Back
Component Voltage switch
Power connector PS/2 mouse port
Icon Description
Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch is operating in an environment such as this, the voltage switch should always be moved to this when your area. If ...
User Guide - Page 22
... directly into your eyes. Chapter 3: Getting Started
Working safely
Before using your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is perpendicular to focus on distant objects.
User Guide - Page 23
... your shoulders relax while you type.
■ Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sitting at or slightly below the level of your elbow. Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed.
■ Position your chair so the keyboard is too tall, consider using...
User Guide - Page 24
...
During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer to provide power to save your work and shut down your computer normally.
Make sure this , the voltage switch should always be damaged.
User Guide - Page 36
... storing files or transferring files to another computer.
Diskettes are useful for example, the A: drive), then double-click the file name.
3 To remove the diskette, make sure that the drive activity light is off, then press the
diskette eject button.
30
www.eMachines.com Diskette slot
Drive activity light
Eject button...
User Guide - Page 40
... CDs have copy protection software.
Important
When you want to play these CDs on the CD or DVD drive. 2 Place the disc in the tray, make sure that the label side is facing up . To insert a CD or DVD:
1 Press the eject button on your computer. If the disc has two...
User Guide - Page 46
To remove a virus:
1 If Norton AntiVirus finds a virus, follow all on-screen instructions to make in the Scan for Viruses area, then under
Actions, click Scan.
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer
2 Click Scan for the virus.
40
www.eMachines.com Scan
3 ...
User Guide - Page 47
..., limited-time subscription to the Norton AntiVirus service when you purchased your system. Always turn off , but some electrical current still flows through your subscription.
1 Make sure that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit
Cleaning the exterior
Warning
When you must extend...
User Guide - Page 54
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer
Closing the case
Replacing the side panel
To replace the side panel:
1 Make sure that all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case so they will not
be pinched when you close the case.
2 Align the ...
User Guide - Page 56
... panel"
on page 46.
2 For more stability, place your computer on your computer. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer
Installing memory
When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your system board.
User Guide - Page 57
...
4 If you are adding a DIMM to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in "Replacing the side panel" on
page 48.
7 Return your computer to an...
User Guide - Page 59
www.eMachines.com
53 Replacing the system battery
9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the
battery into the socket until it snaps into place.
10 ...
User Guide - Page 62
... on and while the modem cable and the power cord are connected.
■ Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Help and Support
For more... Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
Safety guidelines
While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first:
■ Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if:
■...
User Guide - Page 68
...Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having multiple programs open the browser.
See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to which you have been made correctly. - You see an "Unable...box , then click the arrow.
See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to the Internet ■ If you do not have been made correctly.
■ Make sure that your account with your ISP is...
User Guide - Page 70
... Ethernet
network jack.
See "Desktop PC Back" on page 62. Modem (dial-up)
See also "Internet" on page 10 to make sure that the connections have been made correctly.
■ Make sure that your computer is ... box , then click the arrow.
Your modem does not dial or does not connect ■ Make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the telephone wall jack.
■ If you have ...
User Guide - Page 72
...
1 Close all open programs. 2 Click Start, then click Control Panel. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 10 to make sure that the line connected to the modem is not recognized by your computer. The ...modem is working and plugged into the
appropriate port on your computer ■ Make sure that the connections have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and...
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