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... 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 strain 16 Setting up your... Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 28 4 Using Drives and Ports 29 Using the diskette drive 30 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com i
... 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 strain 16 Setting up your... Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 28 4 Using Drives and Ports 29 Using the diskette drive 30 Using the memory card reader 31 www.eMachines.com i
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... 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
... 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
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Memory card reader 64 Modem (dial-up 64 Monitor 68 Mouse 69 Networks 70 Passwords 70 Power 70 Printer 70 Sound 72 Telephone support 73 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 73 Telephone numbers 74 Self-help 74 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 75 Index 83 www.eMachines.com iii
Memory card reader 64 Modem (dial-up 64 Monitor 68 Mouse 69 Networks 70 Passwords 70 Power 70 Printer 70 Sound 72 Telephone support 73 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 73 Telephone numbers 74 Self-help 74 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 75 Index 83 www.eMachines.com iii
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Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using online help • Contacting eMachines 1
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We are provided with fast, considerate service. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com You have highlighted some basic care and safety information to ensure that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and ...enjoyment from all of services and support. to provide best-of your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to help you keep your...
We are provided with fast, considerate service. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com You have highlighted some basic care and safety information to ensure that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and ...enjoyment from all of services and support. to provide best-of your new eMachines computer for purchasing our computer! Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to help you keep your...
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... and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and Support opens. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product ...specifications, and information about Windows and to answer questions about your eMachines computer. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use...
... and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your computer. Help and Support opens. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product ...specifications, and information about Windows and to answer questions about your eMachines computer. You can find help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to help you quickly discover and use...
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... fix the problem, click on the Internet. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are relevant to open BigFix. To view a list of your computer for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword...
... fix the problem, click on the Internet. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com These topics are relevant to open BigFix. To view a list of your computer for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword...
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You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by clicking a Help button. You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. www.eMachines.com 5 Online help Online help .
You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help Many programs provide information online so you can search for information by clicking a Help button. You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. www.eMachines.com 5 Online help Online help .
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Chapter 1: Getting Help eMachines contact information To help you locate eMachines contact information, you can find the eMachines Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the front of your computer case. 6 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 1: Getting Help eMachines contact information To help you locate eMachines contact information, you can find the eMachines Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the front of your computer case. 6 www.eMachines.com
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Chapter 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 7
Chapter 2 Checking Out Your eMachines Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 7
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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 (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack Model: S/No: eMachines help resources and Customer Care information Model and serial number 8 www.eMachines.com Important Your computer hardware options 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 (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack Model: S/No: eMachines help resources and Customer Care information Model and serial number 8 www.eMachines.com Important Your computer hardware options 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.
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... number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a USB Iomega™..., scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Contains information about your drive, see "Using the diskette drive" on or off. www.eMachines.com 9 Plug a microphone into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into the memory card reader. Press this ...
... number Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into this jack. For more information about how to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a USB Iomega™..., scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Contains information about your drive, see "Using the diskette drive" on or off. www.eMachines.com 9 Plug a microphone into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into the memory card reader. Press this ...
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Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port PS/2 keyboard Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio input (Line in) jack Telephone jack Case cover thumbscrew IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Case cover thumbscrew 10 www.eMachines.com 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 PS/2 mouse port PS/2 keyboard Serial port Parallel port Monitor port USB ports USB ports (optional) Microphone jack Audio output (Line out) jack Audio input (Line in) jack Telephone jack Case cover thumbscrew IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Case cover thumbscrew 10 www.eMachines.com 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.
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... the case. Plug a monitor into this jack. This jack is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. In other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch...
... the case. Plug a monitor into this jack. This jack is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. In other peripheral device" on page 28. www.eMachines.com 11 Desktop PC Back Component Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 mouse port Icon Description Before turning on your computer, make sure that this switch...
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For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Component IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Icon Description Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Component IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Modem jack Icon Description Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a modem cable into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack.
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eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. ... on the front of your computer includes the product key code for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. www.eMachines.com 13 Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance...
eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. ... on the front of your computer includes the product key code for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. www.eMachines.com 13 Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for assistance...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 14 www.eMachines.com
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer 14 www.eMachines.com
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... your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com 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...
... your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer screen for your computer desk. 16 www.eMachines.com 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...
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... type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a pillow or cushion to your line of your spine. www.eMachines.com 17 This position lets your torso or neck.
... type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a pillow or cushion to your line of your spine. www.eMachines.com 17 This position lets your torso or neck.
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... world, such as this, the voltage switch should always be set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Warning High voltages can increase to this switch is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is integrated into your computer...
... world, such as this, the voltage switch should always be set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be moved to 230. 18 www.eMachines.com Warning High voltages can increase to this switch is operating in an environment such as Europe, the utility power is integrated into your computer...