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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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...that you are sure that you will be pleased with the best product possible. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to our customers - to provide best-of your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components... at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com We are provided with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. You...
...that you are sure that you will be pleased with the best product possible. We have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to our customers - to provide best-of your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components... at eMachines. 2 www.eMachines.com We are provided with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. You...
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...quickly discover and use the many features of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. www.eMachines.com 3 Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of ...your computer. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the ...
...quickly discover and use the many features of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. www.eMachines.com 3 Use Help and Support to answer questions about your eMachines computer. Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of ...your computer. Visit the eMachines Customer Care Web site at emachines.com/support/. eMachines Web site eMachines Web site eMachines' online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the ...
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... the Search box. ■ Microsoft Knowledge Base - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. You must be connected to the Internet to search for...
... the Search box. ■ Microsoft Knowledge Base - It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 4 www.eMachines.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. You must be connected to the Internet to search for...
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You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button. www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can access most online help .
You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button. www.eMachines.com 5 You can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can access most 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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Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. 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 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your eMachines Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
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...device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is color-coded orange. This jack is accessed. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device...or off. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into the optional diskette drive. www.eMachines.com 9 Turns on drive type). This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Plug a microphone into one ...
...device (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this button to access eMachines' Web site and eMachines Customer Care. The button lights when the computer is color-coded orange. This jack is accessed. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device...or off. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into the optional diskette drive. www.eMachines.com 9 Turns on drive type). This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Plug a microphone into one ...
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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. 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
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.... Plug a serial device (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. This jack is color-coded blue. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug an external audio input source (such as a printer) into this jack so you can record sound on page 28. PS/2 keyboard port...
.... Plug a serial device (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50 Hz. This jack is color-coded blue. www.eMachines.com 11 Plug an external audio input source (such as a printer) into this jack so you can record sound on page 28. PS/2 keyboard port...
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For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a modem cable into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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.
For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 28. Plug a modem cable into this jack. 12 www.eMachines.com Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a digital camcorder) into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. 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.
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Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Microsoft Certificate... found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your computer model and serial number. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system.
Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this information if you call for informational purposes only. www.eMachines.com 13 eMachines Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Microsoft Certificate... found on the front of your computer includes the product key code for your computer model and serial number. eMachines model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your operating system.
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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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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display • Installing peripheral devices 15
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display • Installing peripheral devices 15
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.... Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter 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...
.... Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter 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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... relax while you type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a footrest to provide extra back support. www.eMachines.com 17 You can use the keyboard and mouse. Sitting at the same height and distance as the monitor. Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive...
... relax while you type. ■ Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a footrest to provide extra back support. www.eMachines.com 17 You can use the keyboard and mouse. Sitting at the same height and distance as the monitor. Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive...