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User Guide EM001 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 2
Copyright © 2010. All Rights Reserved. eMachines User Guide Original Issue: 06/2010 Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Visit http://registration.emachines.com and discover the benefits of being an eMachines customer. - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 3
power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. Unplug the power cord before removing the power supply unit from the computer. If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 4
exposure risk from lithium battery pack. Safe listening Follow these instructions, suggested by hearing experts,to protect your hearing. • The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip's input - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 5
product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need to replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets the following . Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. Additional safety information Your device and its enhancements may - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 6
energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Acer is committed to offer products and services worldwide that help customers save money, conserve energy and improve .gov. Note: The statement above is applicable only to Acer system with an ENERGY STAR sticker. iv - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 7
mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 8
some stretching exercises. • Breathe fresh air as often as possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. Warning! We do not recommend using the computer on a couch or bed. If this is unavoidable, work for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do some stretching exercises. vi - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 9
Out Your Computer . . . . . 1 About this guide 2 Front 2 Back 3 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . . 5 Working safely and comfortably 6 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 6 Preparing power connections 6 Protecting from power source problems 6 Checking the - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 10
drive 27 Internet 28 Keyboard 30 Memory 30 Memory card reader 31 Modem (cable or DSL 31 Modem (dial-up 31 Monitor 34 Mouse 35 Networks 35 Optical disc drives 36 Passwords 37 Power 38 Printer 38 Sound 39 Audio and Video Set up Procedures 39 Recovering your system 42 Creating recovery - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 11
Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Computer - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 12
guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your model of computer. Some illustrations in this guide may look different than your computer because hardware options and port locations may vary. Front Component Icon DVD/CD drive Memory card reader Power - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 13
computer security lock. The switch is preset at the factory. Make sure that this is set to the correct voltage for your area. Plug the power cord into this connector. Plug a PS/2 keyboard camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. Plug a microphone into this jack. This jack is user configurable - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 14
Out Your Computer Component Icon rear right and left speakers into this jack. This jack is user configurable for one of the following: Stereo in: Plug an external stereo) into this jack so you can record sound on your computer (Default). Stereo out: Plug your side left and right speakers into - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 15
Chapter 2 Setting Up and Getting Started - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 16
up the work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. Preparing power connections Protecting from power source problems Warning High voltages can enter your computer through both the power cord and the modem connection. Protect your computer by using a surge protector. If you have a telephone modem, use - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 17
environment such as this, the voltage switch should be moved to 230. The power supply, a component built into your computer, provides power to the system board, add-in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply's voltage selection for your location is typically set at the factory, but you can - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 18
, or network jack. Connecting a dial-up modem Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Your computer may have a 56K modem that you can use with a standard telephone line to connect to the internet or fax documents. To connect the modem: 1 Insert - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 19
to the PHONE jack on the modem on the back of your computer. Using the World Wide Web The World Wide Web is a multimedia menu bar. Connecting to a Web site After you set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you can access the many information sources on the World Wide Web. To - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 20
Locator") in the browser address bar (for example www.emachines.com), then click GO on the browser address bar. Support. Type connecting to a Web site in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The Web browser locates the server computer on the Internet, downloads (transfers) data to your computer - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 21
the instructions provided on the Web site to run or install the program. Help For more information about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type in offices around the world and can be used to build computer networks in the home. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 22
router-based Ethernet network The following is an example of a wired Ethernet network. The network is made up of a router, a cable or DSL modem, your computers, and cables connecting each of these components. The router is the central control point for the network. Tip To add the ability to access - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 23
speeds will result in your network running at the speed of the slowest rated component. For a wired Ethernet network you need: • Two or more computers with Ethernet jacks • One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all of the network equipment 13 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 24
that do not have Ethernet already installed. Use the documentation that comes with your Ethernet cards for instructions on installing the card and any required drivers. Plug your Ethernet cable into your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at this point, if you have not - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 25
pins in a different order (different colors, left to right). Setting up a network using a router If you are setting up a network for more than two computers and you will be connecting your network to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection (cable or DSL modem), we recommend the use of a router - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 26
Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on your computers. 3 Plug one end of a straight-through network cable into any numbered port on the router - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 27
to "Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server." This is typically preset when you receive your computer. Configuring your router After you have named your computers and set up TCP/IP on them, you can configure your router using your Web browser. For instructions, see your router's documentation. 17 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 28
To share a printer among the network computers, each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. Follow the instructions included with your printer to install the printer drivers on each computer. After the drives and printers on each network computer are shared, you can access them - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 29
or folders To share drives or folders: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. 2 Right-click the drive or folder that you want to share, then folders To un-share drives or folders: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. 2 Right-click the drive or folder that you want to un-share, then click Share. 19 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 30
can be accessed as if the drive were attached directly to the computer. For example, a shortcut is created on computer 2 to the Documents folder on computer 1. To access the Documents folder on computer 1 from computer 2, double-click the shortcut icon. Opening files across the network To open - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 31
network Important Before you can print a file across the network, you must install the driver for the printer on the computer you are sending the file from. You can obtain the printer driver and installation instructions from the CD that shipped with your printer or from the manufacturer's Web site - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 32
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 22 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 33
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 34
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these things first: • Make sure that the power cord is connected to 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 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 35
. Make sure that the other end is plugged into a router. • Make sure that all computers are plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on. • Make sure that the router is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on. Most routers have lights that indicate they are working. For more - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 36
3: Troubleshooting • Make sure that all computers are using the same Subnet Mask. • If you assigned IP addresses to the computers, make sure that all computers have component speed. Expansion cards The computer does not recognize an expansion card • Shut down and restart your computer. • Make sure - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 37
about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type System Restore in the Search box, then press ENTER. A file Help For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type file management in the Search box, then press ENTER. • Empty the - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 38
that the connections have been made correctly. • Make sure that your account with your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Contact your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that you do not have a problem with your modem. For more information, "Modem (dial-up)" on page 31. 28 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 39
Support. Type troubleshooting connections in the Search box, then press ENTER. You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to browse the Internet • This problem service • The condition of the Internet computers to which you connect and the number of users accessing those computers - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 40
down to drain it. Let the keyboard dry before using it again. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you may need to replace it. Memory Help For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type memory error in the Search box, then press - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 41
computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do not appear in the My Computer window • Reboot your computer. Modem (cable or DSL) • See the documentation that came with your modem for additional troubleshooting If you have additional telephone services such as call waiting, - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 42
wall or telephone wall jack are secure. You can also call your telephone service and have the telephone line checked for noise or low line levels. • support. • See if the modem works with a different communications program. The problem may be with just one program. • Review the troubleshooting - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 43
not meet cable standards and may cause problems with the connection. • Shut down and restart your computer. • Run Windows modem diagnostics. Help For more information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type modem troubleshooting in the Search box, then press ENTER - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 44
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting The modem power LED should be lit. • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. • Make sure that the monitor cable is connected to the video port on the back of your computer. • Check the cable for bent or damaged pins. • Reinstall the device driver - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 45
is unique. Contact your company computer department or network administrator for help. For more information about setting up a network in your home. Help For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type network troubleshooting in the Search box, then - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 46
be read by the disc drive. • If you are trying to play a DVD, make sure that you have a DVD drive. • Your computer may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be able to play these CDs on your - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 47
scratched and cannot be read by the DVD drive. • Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean the disc. • Reinstall the device driver. • Make sure that the DVD program has been installed on your computer. • DVDs and DVD drives contain regional codes that help control DVD title exports and help - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 48
Power Printer Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Your computer will 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 is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that the surge protector is connected - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 49
For more information about sound troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type sound troubleshooter in the Search box, then press ENTER. Audio and Video Set up Procedures Audio output device priority: After finishing setting up your operating system, the audio output priority will - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 50
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting • USB speakers and HDMI devices can support hot-plugging. Analog speakers will always be listed in the output device priority list regardless of the presence or absence of the speakers. Output device priority (if supported) 1st 2nd 3rd USB Speaker Analog HDMI - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 51
the primary monitor and check Make this my main display, then press Apply and OK to change the setting. • If you want to extend your desktop to the second monitor, select the secondary monitor, then set it to Extend or Clone, and apply your change. 41 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 52
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Recovering your system You can solve most computer problems by following the information in "Troubleshooting" on page 23 or in the technical support pages at www.emachines.com. Problem solving may also involve reinstalling some or all of the computer's software (also - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 53
Creating recovery discs If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system and factory-loaded software and drivers. To reinstall using discs, you must create the set of recovery discs beforehand. To create recovery - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 54
that did not come pre-installed on your computer, you need to follow that software's installation instructions. To recover your pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. eMachines Recovery Management opens. - OR If you are - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 55
To reinstall Windows OS and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, eMachines, then click eMachines Recovery Management. eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to factory default. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 56
hard drive during startup To reinstall Windows OS and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Turn on your computer, then press ALT+F10 during startup. eMachines Recovery Management opens. 2 Click Restore system from factory default. Caution Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 57
the recovery. Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow these recommendations before contacting Customer Care: • Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC power outlet that is supplying power. If you use - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 58
your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have taken. • Make sure that your computer is nearby at the time of your call. The technician may have you follow troubleshooting steps. Self-help If you have how-to questions about using your eMachines-supplied hardware - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 59
Appendix A Regulations and safety notices - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 60
computer Please read the important instructions listed in this section. Following these instructions will help you maximize the durability of your computer. Important tips • Do not expose the computer and servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 61
after you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the "Troubleshooting" section on page 23 • If your problem is not listed in the "Troubleshooting" section on page 23 • If you want to replace or upgrade any of your computer's internal components Regulations and safety notices - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 62
could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. Operation conditions This du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 63
to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem. If the problem is with the equipment, discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 64
the equipment (PC) associated with within any 30 minute period for any single manual call initiation, and b The equipment shall that Telecom lines will always continue to support pulse dialing. 7 Use of pulse Should such problems occur, the user should NOT contact the telecom Fault Service. 8 This - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 65
or DVD drive used with this computer is a laser product. The rtte/implem.htm for the lastest country list. Canada - Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 66
Hsien 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, e-mail:[email protected] And, Acer Europe SA Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland Hereby declare that: Product: Personal Computer Trade Name: eMachines Model Number: XXX series SKU Number:XXX-xxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 67
below are applied to the product if built with WLAN module or wireless keyboard and mouse. R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC as attested by conformity with the EMC -. EN301 489-1 -. EN301 489-3 (Applicable to non-bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set). -. EN301 489-17 • Article 3.2 Spectrum Usages -. EN300 - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 68
S. A. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 Phone No.: Fax No.: Personal Computer eMachines XXX series XXX-xxx, ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos - eMachines EL1360 | User Guide - Page 69
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