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... your computer. If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that they are in a relaxed position when you type. • Do not slouch forward or lean far back. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Protect your torso or neck. During a power surge, the voltage level of time...
... your computer. If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that they are in a relaxed position when you type. • Do not slouch forward or lean far back. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Protect your torso or neck. During a power surge, the voltage level of time...
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...location is operating in the United States. The switch is located on the back of your computer. 2 Insert the other areas of the network cable into your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. Make sure this ... 115V or 230V. You can change it to match the electrical service available in your usage area (such as while in another country). 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.
...location is operating in the United States. The switch is located on the back of your computer. 2 Insert the other areas of the network cable into your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. Make sure this ... 115V or 230V. You can change it to match the electrical service available in your usage area (such as while in another country). 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.
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... built-in the fan noise when it switches to normal speed. 3 If you can connect a telephone to the setup poster. 2 Press the power button on , check the power cord connections. Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting a dial-up modem Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use with each device ... when the fan is running at times to the Internet or fax documents. Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power, network, mouse, and keyboard cables to the parallel or serial ports, turn on the front of your computer first. If you can run at different speeds...
... built-in the fan noise when it switches to normal speed. 3 If you can connect a telephone to the setup poster. 2 Press the power button on , check the power cord connections. Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting a dial-up modem Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use with each device ... when the fan is running at times to the Internet or fax documents. Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power, network, mouse, and keyboard cables to the parallel or serial ports, turn on the front of your computer first. If you can run at different speeds...
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...panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 38. 12 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 13 Turn on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it on inside of ...case 9 Tighten the cage thumbscrew, then plug the hard drive cage fan cable back into the case. ... the heat sink and processor Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the heat sink. www.emachines.com 8 Line up the tabs on the right side of the cage with your system" on ...
...panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 38. 12 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 13 Turn on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it on inside of ...case 9 Tighten the cage thumbscrew, then plug the hard drive cage fan cable back into the case. ... the heat sink and processor Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the heat sink. www.emachines.com 8 Line up the tabs on the right side of the cage with your system" on ...
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....emachines.com 3 Remove all memory modules by following the directions in "Installing memory" on page 40. 4 Disconnect all the power and data cables from the old system board by following the directions in the case, then secure it into the case, then install the four screws to secure the power ...board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.) Tip You can label each cable with tape to make it easier to re-connect them later. 5 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to your computer. 6 Remove the eight system board ...
....emachines.com 3 Remove all memory modules by following the directions in "Installing memory" on page 40. 4 Disconnect all the power and data cables from the old system board by following the directions in the case, then secure it into the case, then install the four screws to secure the power ...board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.) Tip You can label each cable with tape to make it easier to re-connect them later. 5 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to your computer. 6 Remove the eight system board ...
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Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 11 Connect all power and data cables using your notes from Step 4. 12 Reinstall any memory modules you removed previously. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 38. 56
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 11 Connect all power and data cables using your notes from Step 4. 12 Reinstall any memory modules you removed previously. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 38. 56
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... 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt ...message may help . Type the keyword/phrase troubleshooting in a program, see "Preventing static electricity discharge" on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. Warning Make sure that the power outlet is turned on page 34.
... 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt ...message may help . Type the keyword/phrase troubleshooting in a program, see "Preventing static electricity discharge" on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. Warning Make sure that the power outlet is turned on page 34.
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... more information about changing the screen resolution, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.emachines.com Display The screen resolution is not uniform • Make sure that the display warms up...sure that the display is plugged in and turned on your computer. • Connect an external display that the video cable is dim or difficult to read • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls. .... If the display is turned on, the power LED should be lit. • Make sure that you are using an external display: • Check the cable for at least 30 minutes before making a ...
... more information about changing the screen resolution, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.emachines.com Display The screen resolution is not uniform • Make sure that the display warms up...sure that the display is plugged in and turned on your computer. • Connect an external display that the video cable is dim or difficult to read • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls. .... If the display is turned on, the power LED should be lit. • Make sure that you are using an external display: • Check the cable for at least 30 minutes before making a ...
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...not turn on • Make sure that the power cord is connected to an AC power source and to your computer, and that your computer is turned on. • If your computer. Many printers have selected it on. • Make sure that the power cable is plugged into the outlet and turn on but... is not the default printer, make sure that the surge protector is connected securely to press. • Make sure that the power cord is online. Replace any damaged cables. Press the button to put the printer online. • Check the cable for bent or broken pins. • If the printer you have ...
...not turn on • Make sure that the power cord is connected to an AC power source and to your computer, and that your computer is turned on. • If your computer. Many printers have selected it on. • Make sure that the power cable is plugged into the outlet and turn on but... is not the default printer, make sure that the surge protector is connected securely to press. • Make sure that the power cord is online. Replace any damaged cables. Press the button to put the printer online. • Check the cable for bent or broken pins. • If the printer you have ...
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... created to recover your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from CD or DVD" appears, press any key to boot from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and ...technical support resources. • If you have "how to" questions about using a program, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on . • If a peripheral device, such as a keyboard or mouse, does not appear to work, make sure that all cables...
... created to recover your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from CD or DVD" appears, press any key to boot from eMachines, see the manufacturer's documentation and ...technical support resources. • If you have "how to" questions about using a program, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on . • If a peripheral device, such as a keyboard or mouse, does not appear to work, make sure that all cables...
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...into the computer ventilation openings. • Some products are provided for your dialup modem connection. 108 Never insert objects of static charges. Care during use Warning Do not use ...computer case are equipped with a TV Tuner, cable, or satellite receiver card, make sure that the antenna or cable system is a safety feature. Your eMachines system is set at least 6 inches (15...damage to make sure that the product is fitted with a three-wire power cord to your eMachines system. Appendix A: Legal Notices Important safety information Warning Always follow all ...
...into the computer ventilation openings. • Some products are provided for your dialup modem connection. 108 Never insert objects of static charges. Care during use Warning Do not use ...computer case are equipped with a TV Tuner, cable, or satellite receiver card, make sure that the antenna or cable system is a safety feature. Your eMachines system is set at least 6 inches (15...damage to make sure that the product is fitted with a three-wire power cord to your eMachines system. Appendix A: Legal Notices Important safety information Warning Always follow all ...
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...always unplug all power cables and modem cables from the wall outlets before cleaning the system. • Unplug the system from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Regulatory compliance statements United States of batteries according to correct the interference by eMachines. If this equipment...the receiver is encouraged to try to the manufacturer's instructions. • When the computer is turned off and on, the user is connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the ...
...always unplug all power cables and modem cables from the wall outlets before cleaning the system. • Unplug the system from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Regulatory compliance statements United States of batteries according to correct the interference by eMachines. If this equipment...the receiver is encouraged to try to the manufacturer's instructions. • When the computer is turned off and on, the user is connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the ...
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Index A AC power connector 8 accessories safety precautions 109 activity indicators See indicators application key 21 arrow keys 21 audio analog speaker jack 9 audio in jack 9 configuring jacks 31 ... 53 bezel removing 36 replacing 37 BigFix 63 Blu-ray playing 27 recording 27 Blu-ray drive locating drive 7 broadband connection 15 modem 15 broadband connection connecting 9 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 15 connecting 9 troubleshooting 87 Caps Lock indicator 21 card reader 7 cards adding expansion 52 inserting memory card 28 installing memory card...
Index A AC power connector 8 accessories safety precautions 109 activity indicators See indicators application key 21 arrow keys 21 audio analog speaker jack 9 audio in jack 9 configuring jacks 31 ... 53 bezel removing 36 replacing 37 BigFix 63 Blu-ray playing 27 recording 27 Blu-ray drive locating drive 7 broadband connection 15 modem 15 broadband connection connecting 9 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 15 connecting 9 troubleshooting 87 Caps Lock indicator 21 card reader 7 cards adding expansion 52 inserting memory card 28 installing memory card...
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...case 37 front bezel 37 unresponsive program 19 color panel replacing 38 CompactFlash 28 configuring audio jacks 31 speakers 31 connecting cable modem 15 dial-up modem 16 DSL modem 15 PS/2 keyboard 8 PS/2 mouse 9 to Ethernet network 9, 15 to ... speakers 9 audio in 9 cable modem 15 dial-up modem 9, 16 digital camera 7, 8, 9, 32 digital video camera 32 DSL modem 15 Ethernet 9, 15 118 external audio 9 external speakers 9 Firewire 32 headphone 7, 9 keyboard 7, 8, 9 line in 9 line out 9 microphone 7, 9 modem 9 mouse 7, 9 network 9, 15 parallel 9 power 8 power cord 8 printer 7, 9 PS/2 keyboard 8 ...
...case 37 front bezel 37 unresponsive program 19 color panel replacing 38 CompactFlash 28 configuring audio jacks 31 speakers 31 connecting cable modem 15 dial-up modem 16 DSL modem 15 PS/2 keyboard 8 PS/2 mouse 9 to Ethernet network 9, 15 to ... speakers 9 audio in 9 cable modem 15 dial-up modem 9, 16 digital camera 7, 8, 9, 32 digital video camera 32 DSL modem 15 Ethernet 9, 15 118 external audio 9 external speakers 9 Firewire 32 headphone 7, 9 keyboard 7, 8, 9 line in 9 line out 9 microphone 7, 9 modem 9 mouse 7, 9 network 9, 15 parallel 9 power 8 power cord 8 printer 7, 9 PS/2 keyboard 8 ...
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... 104 telephone jack 9 telephone support 104 transferring files from old computer 70 settings from old computer 70 troubleshooting add-in cards 75, 79 audio 94 cable modem 87 cards 75, 79 CD drive 75, 77 dial-up modem 87 dial-up modem speed 89 display 77 DSL modem 87 DVD drive... area 77 screen resolution 77 sound 94 technical support 104 telephone support 104 Web site connection speed 82 Windows Media Center 83 turning off computer 7, 17, 19 turning on computer 7, 16 tutoring fee-based 106 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14 updating Windows 62 UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 32 V video playing 26, 27...
... 104 telephone jack 9 telephone support 104 transferring files from old computer 70 settings from old computer 70 troubleshooting add-in cards 75, 79 audio 94 cable modem 87 cards 75, 79 CD drive 75, 77 dial-up modem 87 dial-up modem speed 89 display 77 DSL modem 87 DVD drive... area 77 screen resolution 77 sound 94 technical support 104 telephone support 104 Web site connection speed 82 Windows Media Center 83 turning off computer 7, 17, 19 turning on computer 7, 16 tutoring fee-based 106 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14 updating Windows 62 UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 32 V video playing 26, 27...
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...Wireless Ethernet networking is identified by a label or a switch. www.emachines.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through network cable into any numbered port on the router (except the WAN port). The WAN port is used to connect the router to the network. With a wireless home network, you ... and the other end of an access point, a cable or DSL modem (for Internet access), and your computers. 3 Plug one end of a straight-through cable for each computer is made up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the...
...Wireless Ethernet networking is identified by a label or a switch. www.emachines.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through network cable into any numbered port on the router (except the WAN port). The WAN port is used to connect the router to the network. With a wireless home network, you ... and the other end of an access point, a cable or DSL modem (for Internet access), and your computers. 3 Plug one end of a straight-through cable for each computer is made up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the...
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... are using security. To add a printer to the network, do one of the devices, then power them back on. • Refer to install the printer drivers on your desktop computer. • Turn off all physical cable connections. • Make sure that came with your printer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information...
... are using security. To add a printer to the network, do one of the devices, then power them back on. • Refer to install the printer drivers on your desktop computer. • Turn off all physical cable connections. • Make sure that came with your printer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information...
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...card supports additional monitors (it on. 4 Turn on your computer. You can connect an additional monitor or projector to roughly double the size of the monitor port on... additional monitor: 1 Turn off your computer. 2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into an AC power outlet, then turn it must have the same content), click to accommodate additional windows.... You may not represent the screens on your multiple monitors in this monitor. 71 If your Windows desktop. www.emachines...
...card supports additional monitors (it on. 4 Turn on your computer. You can connect an additional monitor or projector to roughly double the size of the monitor port on... additional monitor: 1 Turn off your computer. 2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into an AC power outlet, then turn it must have the same content), click to accommodate additional windows.... You may not represent the screens on your multiple monitors in this monitor. 71 If your Windows desktop. www.emachines...