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- eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 1
Desktop PC User Guide - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 2
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eMachines Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Contacting eMachines 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 3 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop site 21 Downloading files 22 Using e-mail 22 Sending e-mail 22 Checking your e-mail 23 Using Windows Fax and - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 4
your computer 57 Hardware security 58 Kensington lock slot 58 Data security 58 Startup and hard drive password 58 Windows user accounts 58 Protecting your computer from viruses 59 Using Norton 360 59 Using Windows Security Center 62 Security updates 63 Windows Update 63 BigFix 64 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 5
www.emachines.com Setting up multiple monitors 71 Changing system sounds 72 Changing mouse settings 73 Adding and modifying user accounts 73 Changing power-saving settings 75 Changing the power plan 75 Changing accessibility settings 77 Using the Ease of Access Center 77 Using voice - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 6
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Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using online help 1 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 8
this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with your computer's software features. eMachines stands behind our value proposition to our customers-to provide best-of-class service and support in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at affordable prices. If you ever have a problem, our - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 9
label on your computer contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you call for help. Getting help for Windows Media Center If your computer is running Windows Media Center, you can access help for information on - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 10
Chapter 1: Getting Help 4 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 11
Chapter 2 Using Windows • Using the Windows desktop • Working with files and folders • Searching for files • Working with documents • Shortcuts 5 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 12
Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type Windows desktop in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Your desktop instructions on how to use the Recycle Bin, see "Deleting files and folders" on page 12. The Windows updates are available. Double-click this icon to open the Windows - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 13
.emachines.com Using the Start menu Help For more information about the Windows Start menu, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type Windows Start ➧ All Programs ➧ 1 Click (Start) on the lower left of the Windows desktop. The Start menu opens, showing you the first level of menu items. 2 Click - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 14
, then click Help and Support. Type window in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. When you double-click the icon for a drive, folder, file, or program, a window opens on the desktop. This example shows the Local Disk (C:) window, which opens after you double-click the Local Disk (C:) icon in the - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 15
button on the taskbar. Clicking the program button in the taskbar opens the window again. Clicking the maximize button expands the active window to fit the entire computer display. Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to its former size. Clicking the close button closes the active - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 16
Windows information about files and folders, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type files and folders in the Search Help box, then press almost always has more than one drive. Each drive has a letter, usually Local Disk (C:) for the hard drive. You may also have more drives such as a - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 17
to put the new folder. Typically, Local Disk (C:) is your hard drive and 3½ Floppy the file or folder on the Windows clipboard, which temporarily stores it. to copy. A pop-up menu opens on the desktop. 3 Click Copy on the pop-up menu. Start, then click Help and Support. Type copying files and - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 18
Bin: 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on your Windows desktop. The Recycle Bin window opens and lists the files and folders you have thrown away since you last emptied it. 2 Click the files or folders that you want to restore. For instructions on how to select multiple files and folders, see - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 19
www.emachines.com To empty the Recycle Bin: Caution Emptying the Recycle Bin permanently erases any files or folders in the bin. These files cannot be restored. 1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop. The Recycle Bin window opens. 2 Click Empty the Recycle Bin. Windows asks you if you - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 20
deleted directly from the list in the results window. Browsing for files and folders A file or folder that you need is rarely right on top of your Windows desktop. It is usually on a drive inside Start, then click Help and Support. Type files and folders in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 14 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 21
www.emachines.com Working with Begin composing your document. Use the menus and toolbar buttons at the top of the window to format the document. Saving a document After you create a document, you need to Start, then click Help and Support. Type saving in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 15 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 22
Chapter 2: Using Windows Opening a document To view, revise, or print an existing name. The document opens. Help For more information about opening documents, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type opening files in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Printing a document To print a - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 23
www.emachines.com Shortcuts Help For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type Windows keyboard shortcuts in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The following table shows a few shortcuts that you can use in Windows and almost all programs - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 24
Chapter 2: Using Windows 18 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 25
Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing • Learning about the Internet • Setting up an Internet account • Using the World Wide Web • Using e-mail • Using Windows Fax and Scan • Sending a fax • Receiving and viewing a fax 19 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 26
you only connect to the Internet during your e-mail and Web browsing session, then disconnect when you are finished. Your Internet service provider can provide instructions on how to connect to and disconnect from the Internet. Cable and DSL modems, a connection known as broadband, use your cable - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 27
Support. Type ISP in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The method you use to access your Internet account varies from ISP to ISP. Contact your ISP for the correct procedure. Using the World Wide Web The World Wide Web is a multimedia window news, download programs example www.emachines.com), then - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 28
file by double-clicking it. If applicable, follow 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 downloading files in the Search Help box, then click ENTER. Using e-mail - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 29
software. For more information, see "Protecting your computer from viruses" on page 59. For more information about managing and organizing your e-mail messages, see the online help in your e-mail program. Using Windows Fax and Scan Windows Fax and Scan comes pre-installed with Windows Vista - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 30
Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing 3 If you have never sent a fax on this computer before, click New Fax on the toolbar. The Fax Setup window opens. 4 Click the type of connection you will be using (fax modem or fax server). The Choose a modem name screen opens. 5 Type the name of - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 31
www.emachines.com 7 Create your fax, then open the Cover Page menu by clicking the arrow and selecting a cover page from the list. The Sender Information dialog - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 32
up your cover page template You can create your own cover page template that you can use in place of the cover page templates that Windows Fax and Scan provides for you. To create a cover page template, you use the Fax Cover Page Editor. On this template, you insert information fields - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 33
.emachines a logo that appears on your cover page, copy it to the Windows clipboard, then paste it into the Cover Page Editor and move it 4 Click Print. The Send Fax Wizard opens. 5 Complete the wizard by following the instructions in "Sending a fax" on page 23, or "Faxing a scanned document or from - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 34
and Faxing 4 Click Delete to cancel the fax. 5 Click Yes. Receiving and viewing a fax To receive and view a fax: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Fax and Scan. Windows Fax and Scan opens. 2 If Windows Fax and Scan is in Scan view, click Fax in the lower left corner of the - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 35
Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files • Playing music and movies • Creating audio files and music libraries • Creating music CDs and video DVDs • Creating and copying data discs • Using Windows Media Center 29 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 36
Playing and Creating Media Files Playing music and movies Playing audio and video files Windows Media Player can play several types of audio and video files, including WAV, MIDI, MP3, AU, AVI, and MPEG formats. For more information about using Windows Media Player, click Help. To play a file using - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 37
emachines ray Discs are all optical discs. Important Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be able to play these CDs on your computer. and Support. Type playing discs in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Playing an optical disc using Windows Media Player Use Windows Media - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 38
Play. Windows Media Player opens and begins playing the disc. If Windows Media Player does not open automatically, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player opens. Playback controls 4 If the disc is not already playing, click (play). Playlist Video screen - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 39
WAV, MP3, and WMA files. Recording audio files Sound recorder is a simple Windows program that lets you record and play audio files. For information about playing audio files, see "Playing audio and video files" on page 30. To record an audio file: Shortcut Start ➧ All Programs ➧ Accessories - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 40
Some music CDs have copy protection software. You cannot copy tracks from copy-protected CDs. Using Windows Media Player, you can copy the Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player opens. 2 Right-click the Rip tab, click Format, then click Windows Media Audio or mp3 to select - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 41
and Dropping-Drag and drop files from Windows Explorer or your desktop to the music library. Caution During the download process, WMA and MP3 files may become corrupt. If you are having trouble playing a downloaded file, try downloading the file again. • Downloading files from the Internet-When you - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 42
Playing and Creating Media Files Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating a music CD Important We recommend that a music CD using Windows Media Player To create a music CD using Windows Media Player: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Windows Media Player opens. 2 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 43
www.emachines.com Creating a video DVD Creating a video DVD using Windows DVD Maker If your computer has Windows Vista Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate Edition, you can create video DVDs using Windows DVD Maker. To create a video DVD using Windows DVD Maker: Important We recommend that you do - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 44
items. The Add Items to DVD dialog box opens. 5 Find and select the videos you want to add to the video DVD, then click Add. The videos are added to the video list, and a graphic in the lower left corner of the window shows you how much disc capacity will be used. 6 Click Next. The Ready - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 45
with Windows XP and later versions of Windows. • Mastered copies files to a temporary folder before you tell the computer to burn the files to the disc. Although this is a slower process than Live File System, the resulting disc is compatible with all operating systems. The following instructions - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 46
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files Using Windows Media Center If your computer has Windows Vista Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate Edition, you can use Windows Media Center to watch TV, videos, and movies, listen to music, and view photos. Media Center is a simplified, streamlined - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 47
individual pictures, pictures in a slideshow, or select movies from your video library. • Music lets you select songs from your music library, set up and use your FM radio tuner card (if installed), and play music playlists. 4 To exit Windows Media Center, click the X in the upper-right corner of - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 48
Audio/Video (A/V) control buttons Numeric keypad/data entry buttons Power button Transport buttons Navigation buttons Button(s) Shortcut buttons Start button Audio/Video (reduced power). Let you control the playback of media files and optical discs. Let you move the cursor around the Guide and - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 49
Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer • Introduction to Networking • Ethernet networking • Bluetooth networking 43 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 50
Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer Introduction to Networking Networking terms you should know DHCP-Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) lets a router temporarily assign an IP address to a computer on the network. IP address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is a number that uniquely identifies - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 51
of the network equipment When buying your router, be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: • Internet security features, network hardware • DHCP server/dynamic IP address assignment to automatically configure network and IP addresses Determining if an Ethernet card is - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 52
hardware your ISP for any specific instructions they have for setting Internet service provider. Installing Ethernet cards and drivers After Ethernet cards for instructions on installing the card and any required drivers. color-coded wires), and equipment compatible with this type of cable. This - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 53
www.emachines.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you want to connect to the network. Cable/DSL modem 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 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 54
is not the only issue if you decide to use equipment with different standards. Compatibility can also be an issue. Take the following into consideration when you purchase wireless equipment: Access point Wireless cards supported 802.11a 802.11a only 802.11b 802.11b only 802.11g 802.11b and - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 55
them already installed. To order wireless Ethernet PCI or PC cards, visit the Accessories Store at www.emachines.com. Use the documentation that comes with your wireless cards for instructions on installing the cards and any required drivers. Setting up your access point A wireless Ethernet network - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 56
the computer to other users on the network. compatible for local area networks (LANs), as well as for Internet communications. When networking is set up in Windows Vista For instructions, Support. Type the following in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Connect to an available network • Manually - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 57
www.emachines.com To connect to your wireless Ethernet network: 1 Click (Start), then click Network. The Network window opens. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center. The Network and Sharing Center window opens. 3 Click Connect to a network on the left of the window. The Connect to a network dialog box - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 58
Help and Support. Type software on your desktop computer. • Turn off all of the devices, then power them back on. • Refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information. • Contact your Internet service drivers installed. Follow the instructions included with your printer to install - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 59
www.emachines.com After the drives and printers on each network computer are shared, you can access them as though they were attached directly to your computer. - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 60
more information about workgroups, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type workgroups in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. or folder and the icon for the shortcut is placed on your desktop. 3 Click × to close the window. Opening files across the network To open files across the network: - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 61
emachines.com Copying files across the network To copy files across the network: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. The Computer window driver for the printer on the computer you are sending the file from. You can obtain the printer driver and installation instructions using a desktop computer or - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 62
Bluetooth devices, click that device you want to connect to, then click Connect. Help For more information about Bluetooth, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type Bluetooth in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 56 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 63
Chapter 6 Protecting your computer • Hardware security • Data security • Security updates 57 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 64
, see your computer's Reference Guide. Make sure that you use a password you can remember. The password feature is very secure, and you cannot bypass it. If you forget your password, you will have to return your computer to eMachines so we can reset it. Windows user accounts Windows lets you set up - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 65
your computer from viruses, spyware, and identity theft. To learn more about these features, including how to schedule system scans and security updates, click Help & Support in the upper right corner of the screen, then click Help. Removing viruses and spyware To scan for and remove viruses and - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 66
, click Tasks. The Tasks window opens. 3 Click Run Scans. The Choose Scans window opens. 4 Click the type of scan you want to run, then click Go. Norton 360 scans your computer for viruses and spyware and removes any that it finds. When the scan is finished, a summary of fixed problems appears. 60 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 67
www.emachines.com Updating your virus and spyware definitions You should update your virus definitions frequently so Norton 360 can recognize the latest threats. To update your virus and spyware definitions: 1 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet. 2 Click (Start), All Programs, Norton - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 68
subscription period ends, you must extend your subscription. Using Windows Security Center Windows Security Center helps protect your computer through: • A firewall • Automatic Windows updates • Third party virus protection software • Security options in Internet Explorer Modifying security settings - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 69
secure, you need to keep Windows and your computer's system software up to date. Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to fix the problem. You should update Windows regularly to keep your computer - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 70
• Install Updates to download and install updates on your computer. These updates include security updates. • Install Extras to download additional Windows software for your computer. Help For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type Windows update in the - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 71
Chapter 7 Customizing Windows • Changing screen settings • Changing system sounds • Changing mouse settings • Adding and modifying user accounts • Changing power-saving settings • Changing accessibility settings • Setting up parental controls 65 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 72
or "jumpy," especially after you have played a game or run a video-intensive program, check the color depth setting and return it to the more information about adjusting the screen, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type adjusting monitor settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 73
www.emachines.com Changing the appearance of windows and backgrounds You can change the appearance of Windows desktop items, such as the colors of windows and dialog boxes and the color and design of the desktop background. To change window colors and effects: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 74
screen saver to keep others from viewing your screen while you are away from your computer. Windows supplies a variety of screen savers that you can choose from, and many more are available , click Start, then click Help and Support. Type screen savers in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 68 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 75
www.emachines.com Changing gadgets Gadgets are constantly running mini-programs that are visible on your Windows desktop. They can be moved, removed, resized, and configured according to your preference. Although you can position them anywhere on your desktop, gadgets are usually visible on the - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 76
Sidebar Properties dialog box opens. You can change: • Whether the Sidebar starts each time Windows starts • Whether the Sidebar is always on top of other windows (always visible) • The side of the screen the sidebar appears on • The monitor that the sidebar appears on (if you have multiple monitors - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 77
Reference Guide. 3 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into an AC power outlet, then turn it on. 4 Turn on your computer. Windows recognizes the new hardware and searches for its driver. You may need to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 78
desktop (increasing the size of your Windows desktop), click to select the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto Windows startup and shut down, logging on and logging off, window maximizing and minimizing, and error messages. To change system sounds: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, Hardware - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 79
www.emachines.com Changing mouse settings Help For more information about mouse settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type mouse settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. You can adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, left-hand or right-hand - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 80
is deleted. (You cannot delete the administrator account.) Help For more information about user accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type user accounts in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. To switch between user accounts: 1 Save any open documents that are being worked on in your - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 81
or hard drive is automatically turned off. You can select one of the defined power plans or create a custom power plan. Help For more information about power plans, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type power plan or power management in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. To change the - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 82
• Power management settings for your display, processor, and expansion cards • Behavior of your computer's power button 6 Click Save changes. 7 To create a new power plan, on the left side of the Select a power plan window click Create a power plan, then follow the on-screen instructions. 76 - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 83
emachines.com Changing accessibility settings Your computer can be a powerful tool, but it may be less useful to you if items on the screen are difficult to see, or if the mouse is difficult to control. Windows text and describes graphics. • Set up High Contrast changes the Windows color scheme to - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 84
words you speak. • Open the Speech Reference Card lets you view and print a list of click Text to Speech on the left of the window. Setting up parental controls You can use parental user account for each of your children. For information on setting up user accounts, see "Adding and modifying user - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 85
Safety, click Set up parental controls for any user. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up restrictions for. The User Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click On, enforce current settings, then click Windows Vista Web Filter. The Web Restrictions dialog box opens - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 86
account to schedule for, then click Time limits. The Time Restrictions dialog box opens. 3 Click inside the grid to set when the user can access the computer. Blocked hours are blue, and allowed hours are white. Restricting game access You can restrict games by game ratings, or you - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 87
www.emachines.com 3 Click Set game ratings. The Game Restrictions dialog box opens. 4 Click the level of games you want allowed, then click OK. The settings are saved. To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up parental - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 88
OK. If the game you want to restrict access to is not shown on the list, see "Restricting specific programs" on page 82. Restricting specific programs To restrict specific programs: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up parental controls for any - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 89
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17 text and graphics 17 creating data disc 39 desktop icon 8 desktop shortcut 8 document 15 folder 10 MP3 file 34 music file 34 video DVD 37 WMA eMachines Web site 2 help 2 Help and Support 2 online help 3 documents creating 15 opening 16 printing 16 saving 15 downloading files 22 drivers updating - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 92
Support 2 starting 2 hyperlinks 21 I Internet account 20 connecting to 21 downloading files 22 filtering 79 requirements to access 20 using 20 Internet Explorer 20 Internet service See MP3 file multimedia playing audio CD 31 playing DVD 31 recording audio 33 using Windows Media Player 30 music - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 93
58 pasting files and folders 11, 17 text and graphics 17 personal area network (PAN) 44 playing audio CD 31 audio file 30 Blu-ray Disc 31 DVD 31 HD-DVD 31 multimedia files 30 music CD 31 video files 30 Windows Media Player file 30 power changing plans 75 plans 75 schemes 75 printer adding - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 94
CD 31 playing audio file 30 playing Blu-ray Disc 31 playing DVD 31 playing HD-DVD 31 playing optical disc 31 viewing video file 30 Windows Security Center icon 6 using 59 Windows Update 63 wired Ethernet network 44 equipment needed 45 example 44 installing cards 46 installing drivers 46 setting up - eMachines ET1161 | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 95
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