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    User Guide for your eMachines computer
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    for purchasing our computer 2 Using the eMachines Web site 2 Using Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 3 from repetitive strain 17 Protecting from power source problems 18 Checking the voltage selection 18 Windows XP 25 Using the Windows desktop 26 Using the Start menu 27 Adding
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    emachines.com Working with files and folders 29 Viewing drives 29 Creating folders 30 Copying and moving files and folders 31 Deleting files and folders 31 Searching for files 33 Using the Windows Ethernet network 52 Installing Ethernet cards and drivers 52 Making sure your broadband
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    card 73 Using the CD or DVD drive 73 Identifying drive types 73 Inserting a CD or DVD 74 Using a second monitor 75 Viewing the display on a television 76 Modifying television settings 78 Using Windows Media Center 79 Manually updating the Media Center Program Guide 80 Using multimedia
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    131 Copying driver and application recovery files to a network 132 Creating discs from recovery files on a network 133 Recovering your system 134 Recovering specific files and software 135 Recovering your system using Microsoft System Restore 136 Recovering your system from the hard drive 137
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    the memory card reader 162 Adding or replacing a hard drive 163 Replacing the rear fan 165 Replacing the power supply 166 Replacing the heat sink 167 Replacing the front I/O panel 168 Adding or replacing an expansion card 171 Replacing the system board 172 Chapter 14: Troubleshooting 175
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    179 File management 179 Hard drive 180 Internet 180 Keyboard 181 Media Center 182 Memory 184 Memory card reader 184 Modem (dial-up 184 Monitor 187 Mouse 188 Networks 188 Passwords 189 Power 189 Printer 189 Sound 191 Telephone support 191 Before calling eMachines Customer Care 191
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    CHAPTER 1 Getting Help • Thank you for purchasing our computer! • Using the eMachines Web site • Using Help and Support • Using Online help • Contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
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    good operating condition. 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 knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will
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    , an easily accessible collection of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your eMachines computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and
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    1: Getting Help www.emachines.com To view a topic, click the topic name in the Search Results list. Getting help in Media Center If your computer has Windows XP Media Center Edition, you can access online help or refer to the printed Windows XP Media Center Edition Guide. To access Media Center
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    www.emachines.com Contact information You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you call for assistance. 5
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    CHAPTER 1: Getting Help www.emachines.com Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the back or side of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation CD or DVD, you
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    CHAPTER 2 Getting to Know Your Computer • Front • Back • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network • Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device • Configuring the audio jacks
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    options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. Optical drive Optical drive (optional) USB port (optional) Hard drive access indicator www.emachines.com Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) USB ports (optional) Microphone jack
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    , or other peripheral device" on page 13. Memory card reader (optional) Power button / Power indicator Microphone jack Headphone jack eMachines help resources and Customer Care information eMachines model and serial number Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular
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    is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. If your computer is operating in an environment such as this, the voltage switch should be moved to 230. For more information, see "Checking the voltage selection" on page 18. Plug the power cord into this connector. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into
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    www.emachines.com Connecting the dial-up modem Component Icon Monitor port USB ports ( ports (optional) Description Plug a monitor into this port. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. For more
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    CHAPTER 2: Getting to Know Your Computer www.emachines.com Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network Important Your computer is equipped with a built-in Ethernet port. For information about
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    instructions. Help and Support For more information about installing peripheral devices, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type computer audio jack(s). 2 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Sounds, Speech
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    CHAPTER 2: Getting to Know Your Computer www.emachines.com 14
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    CHAPTER 3 Using Your Computer • Working safely • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Adjusting the volume
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    CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Working safely Before using your computer, your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter on your monitor. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in
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    curve of your spine. You can use a pillow or cushion to provide extra back support. Setting up your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up the monitor so the top is no higher than eye level, the monitor controls are within reach, and the screen is tilted to be perpendicular to your line
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    Your Computer www.emachines.com Protecting from power source problems Warning High voltages can enter your computer through both the power cord and the be moved to 230. A power supply is integrated into your computer to provide power to the system board, add-in cards, and peripheral devices. The
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    www.emachines.com Starting your computer Starting your computer Important Your computer has a built-in variable speed fan. In addition, your computer uses a powerful processor which produces heat. Both the system fan and processor can run at different speeds at times to ensure proper system
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    respond, turn it off, wait ten seconds, then turn it on again. As a part of the regular startup process, a program to check the disk status runs automatically. When the checks are finished, Windows starts. Using the keyboard Enhanced keyboard Editing buttons Function keys Audio playback buttons
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    www.emachines.com Standard keyboard Function keys Indicators Using the keyboard Navigation keys Internet buttons Keyboard features Windows keys Directional keys Application key Numeric keypad The keyboard has several different types of keys and buttons. Your keyboard also has status
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    CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com Using the mouse The mouse is a device that controls the pointer movement on the computer display. This illustration shows the standard mouse. Right button Left button Scroll wheel As you move the mouse, the
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    emachines it down. Move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the computer display. Release the button to drop the instructions on how to adjust the volume in Windows, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 81. You can use the volume controls to adjust the overall volume and the volume of specific
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    CHAPTER 3: Using Your Computer www.emachines.com 24
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    CHAPTER 4 Using Windows XP • Using the Windows desktop • Working with files and folders • Searching for files • Working with documents • Using shortcuts
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    .emachines.com Using the Windows desktop Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows desktop in the Search box, then click the arrow. After your computer starts, the first screen you see is the Windows desktop
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    . The Start menu opens showing you the first level of menu items. Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows Start menu in the Search box, then click the arrow. 2 Click All Programs to see all programs and
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    4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com Adding icons to the desktop You may want to add an icon (shortcut) to the desktop for a program that you use frequently. Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword desktop icons
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    .emachines.com Working with files and folders Window item Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword window in the Search box, then click the arrow. Description Clicking the maximize button expands the active window
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    For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword creating files and folders in the Search box, then click the arrow. To create a folder: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer on the Start menu. 2 Double-click the drive where you want to put
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    emachines the file or folder you want to copy. For more information, see "Viewing drives" on page 29 and "Searching for files" on page 33. 2 Right new location. Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword creating files
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    Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword deleting files and folders in the Search box, then click the arrow. www.emachines.com To delete files or folders: 1 In My Computer or Windows Explorer, click the files or folders that you want to delete. For instructions
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    stored on your hard drive, you can use the Search utility to search by: ■ Name or part of a name ■ Creation date ■ Modification date ■ File type ■ Text contained pane of the window. ■ If you type all of the name, Search will list all files and folders of that name. ■ If you type part of the name,
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    the list. Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword searching in on top of your Windows desktop. It is usually on a drive inside a folder that may be inside yet another folder, and so on. Windows drives, folders, and
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    you do not see the contents of a folder, click Show the contents of this drive or Show the contents of this folder. Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword files and folders in the Search box, then click the arrow
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    CHAPTER 4: Using Windows XP www.emachines.com Working with documents Computer documents include word processing files, spreadsheet files, or other similar files. The basic methods of creating, saving, opening, and printing a document apply to most of these types of files. The following examples
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    : 1 Click File, then click Save. The Save As dialog box opens. Save in list File name Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword saving in the Search box, then click the arrow. 2 Click the arrow button to open the
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    you want, browse through the folders listed below the Look in list. Look in list Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword opening files in the Search box, then click the arrow. 4 Double-click the document file
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    www.emachines.com Using shortcuts Using shortcuts Help and Support For more information about the Windows desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows keyboard shortcuts in the Search box, then click the arrow. The following table shows a few shortcuts that you can
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    CHAPTER 5 Using the Internet • Learning about the Internet • Setting up an Internet account • Using the World Wide Web • Using e-mail
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    CHAPTER 5: Using the Internet www.emachines.com Learning about the Internet The Internet is a worldwide network of computers linked together to provide information to people everywhere. The two most popular services on the Internet are e-mail and the World Wide Web. You can access this network by
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    then click Help and Support. Type the keyword ISP in the Search box, then click the arrow. 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 to the Internet that
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    Support. Type the keyword connecting to Web site in the Search box, then click the arrow. After you set up an account with an Internet service a Web site. The Web browser locates the server computer on the Internet, downloads (transfers) data to your computer, and displays the page on the site that
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    your computer from viruses" on page 121. Help and Support For general information about using Internet accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword downloading files in the Search box, then click the arrow. Downloading is the process of transferring files from a computer on
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    emachines.com E-mail (electronic mail) lets you send messages to anyone who has an Internet connection and e-mail address. E-mail is usually a free service to your Internet service provider. 2 Click Start, then click E-Mail. Your default e-mail program opens. 3 Click New. 4 Type the e-mail address
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    about using Internet accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword e-mail in the Search box, then click the arrow. To check your e-mail using Outlook Express: 1 Connect to your Internet service provider. 2 Click Start, then click E-Mail. Your default e-mail program
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    CHAPTER 6 Networking Your Computer • Introduction to Networking • Creating an Ethernet network • Sharing resources • Using the network • Adding a printer to your network
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    emachines.com Introduction to Networking An Ethernet network consists of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable. This connection type most common way to set up an Ethernet network is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using a router. A DHCP network configuration uses a
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    www.emachines.com Introduction to Networking Example router-based Ethernet network The following is an example of an Ethernet network. The network is made up of a router, your computers, and cables connecting each of these components. The router is the central control point for the network.
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    determined the type of Ethernet you are using for your network, you need to install Ethernet cards and drivers on the computers 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. For
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    www.emachines.com Creating an Ethernet network 4 Click Change. The Computer Name Changes dialog box opens. 5 Type a unique computer name use a DHCP server 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Network and Internet
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    6: Networking Your Computer www.emachines.com 3 Right-click Local Area Connection, then click Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box opens. - OR - If you do not have a LAN connection setup, click Create a new connection and follow the instructions in the New Connection Wizard
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    Properties dialog box. 10 Click X to close the Network Connections window. 11 Repeat this procedure for every computer on your network. Setting up an Ethernet network Important Category 5 cables are available in two different types; straight-through cables, used to connect computers to a router
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    CHAPTER 6: Networking Your Computer 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
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    emachines instructions, we assume that you are using the router to connect your network to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection through an Internet service Address, then type the values 6 Click the Enable checkbox, then click desktop computer ■ Turn off all of the devices, then power them back
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    6: Networking Your Computer www.emachines.com ■ Refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information ■ Contact your Internet service provider Sharing resources With a network, you can share your Internet connection, drives, and printers. Sharing drives and printers Important To
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    www.emachines.com Sharing resources 3 If this is the first time you have shared a drive or folder, click Network Setup Wizard to enable remote access, then follow the on-screen instructions. - OR If you have previously enabled remote file access and you want to share a drive or folder with others
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    about workgroups, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword workgroups in the Search box, then click the arrow. To view shared drives and folders: 1 Click Start, then click My Network Places. The My Network Places window opens. 2 Click/Double-click Entire Network. The Entire
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    : 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window opens. 2 Browse to the network drive that contains the file you want to copy. 3 Browse to the file from. You can obtain the printer driver and installation instructions from the CD that shipped with your printer or from the manufacturer
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    CHAPTER 6: Networking Your Computer www.emachines.com Adding a printer to your network Instead of to your networked computer, then share the printer. For information about sharing printers, see "Sharing drives and printers" on page 58. ■ Connect your printer to your access point if the access
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    CHAPTER 7 Sending and Receiving Faxes • Installing and configuring Fax • Sending a simple fax • Setting up your cover page template • Faxing from programs • Faxing a scanned document • Receiving and viewing a fax • Canceling a fax • Automatically retry sending a fax • Automatically canceling a fax
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    Fax: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. Click/Double-click Add and Remove Programs. The Add or Remove Programs dialog box opens. Click Add/Remove Windows Components. The Windows Components Wizard opens. 2 Click Fax Services, then click Next. 3 Click Finish
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    www.emachines.com Installing and configuring Fax Configuring Fax Important The first time in order to receive faxes, click the Enable Receive check box. 6 Click Next. The Transmitting Subscriber Identification (TSID) screen opens. 7 Type the transmitting fax identifier information. This identifier
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    of hyphens in telephone and fax numbers. www.emachines.com 8 Click Next. 9 If you set up your computer to receive faxes, type the receiving fax identifier information, then click Next. Click Finish. The fax console opens. 12 If the Windows Security Alert dialog box opens, click Unblock. 66
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    www.emachines.com Sending a simple fax Sending Type the message text in the Note area, then click Next. The Schedule screen opens. 10 Select when you want to send the fax and a priority for the fax, then click Next. The Completing the Send Fax Wizard screen opens. 11 Click Finish. 12 If the Windows
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    emachines that appears on your cover page, copy it to the Windows clipboard, then paste it into the Cover Page Editor and personal cover pages folder already in the Save in list. 3 Type the new cover page template name. 4 Click Save. Faxing from instructions in "Sending a simple fax" on page 67. 68
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    www.emachines.com Faxing a scanned document Faxing a scanned document To fax a document that the Fax printer. 4 Click Print. The Send Fax Wizard opens. 5 Complete the wizard by following the instructions in "Sending a simple fax" on page 67. Receiving and viewing a fax To receive and view a fax
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    CHAPTER 7: Sending and Receiving Faxes www.emachines.com Important Fax is automatically set up to retry three times at ten minute intervals. To automatically retry sending a fax: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. 2 If your Control Panel is in Category View,
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    the memory card reader • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using a second monitor • Viewing the display on a television • Using Windows Media Center • Using multimedia • Playing music and movies • Creating audio files and music libraries • Creating and editing videos • Creating music CDs and video DVDs
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    device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. Memory card types Activity indicator Memory card reader slots The memory card reader supports the following card types: Card Type Secure Digital™ MultiMediaCard™ SM (SmartMedia™) Memory Stick® Memory Stick PRO™ xD
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    file name. To remove a memory card: ■ Wait for the memory card reader access indicator to stop blinking, then pull the memory card out of the slot. Using the CD or DVD drive You can use your computer to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features. Identifying drive types Your computer may contain
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    CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com If your drive has this logo... This is your drive type... DVD R/RW drive Double layer DVD+RW DVD-RAM Use your drive for... Installing programs, playing audio CDs, playing DVDs, accessing data, and recording video and data to DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD
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    turn it on. 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 from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the driver is installed, right-click any empty space on the desktop, then click
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    . 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the Video in jack on your television or VCR. 3 Turn on the television or VCR. 4 Start your computer. 5 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Appearance and Themes. 6 Click
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    www.emachines.com Viewing the display on a television 8 Click Advanced. The Multiple Monitors Properties dialog box opens. Enable TV TV Important If the Enable TV and TV buttons are grayed out, your computer has not detected the television. Make sure that the television is turned on and connected
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    CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com Modifying television settings To modify television settings: 1 On the Multiple Monitors Properties dialog box Displays tab, click TV. The TV Properties dialog box opens. 2 Modify the settings, then click OK. 78
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    emachines.com Using Windows Media Center Using Windows Media Center If your computer came with Windows Media Center installed and with a Media Center remote control (optional), you can use the remote control to watch TV, videos, and DVDs, to listen to music, and to view photos. (The remote control
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    to the Internet before continuing the manual Program Guide update instructions. To manually update the Media Center Program Guide: 1 Before starting Media Center, make sure that you are connected to the Internet. 2 Press the Start button on the remote control. Media Center starts. 3 Navigate to
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    www.emachines.com Using multimedia Using multimedia Adjusting the volume You can use the Windows volume controls to adjust the overall volume and the volume of specific sound devices in your computer. To adjust the overall volume level from Windows: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The
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    8: Using Drives and Ports 3 Click the Volume tab. www.emachines.com 4 Click Advanced in the Device volume area. If the device you want to adjust does not appear in the window, click more information about the volume controls, click Help in the window. 6 Click × in the top-right corner of the
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    want to play, then click Open. 4 Play the file by clicking (play), then stop playing the file by clicking (stop). 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
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    or a DVD drive-equipped computer. Help & Support For more information about playing CDs or DVDs, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the phrases playing CDs or playing DVDs in the Search box, then click the arrow. Playing a CD or DVD using Windows Media Player Use Windows Media Player
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    www.emachines.com Shortcut Insert a CD or DVD Ö Windows Media Player opens and plays the disc Playing music and movies To play a CD or DVD: 1 Make sure that the speakers are turned on or headphones are plugged in and that the volume is turned up. 2 Insert a CD or DVD into the CD or DVD drive. 3 If
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    CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com Help & Support For more information about playing DVDs using , then click PowerDVD. The PowerDVD video screen and control panel open. 3 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive, then click (play). The DVD plays. To control the DVD or adjust the volume,
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    making or playing an audio recording, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the phrases recording audio or playing audio in the Search box, then click the arrow. Recording WAV audio files Sound recorder is a simple Windows program that lets you record and play WAV files. WAV is the most
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    Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com Important Some music CDs have copy protection software. You cannot copy tracks from these CDs. Creating WMA and MP3 music files using Windows Media Player Using Windows Media Player, you can copy the tracks from a music CD to your computer's hard drive as
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    emachines.com Creating audio files and music libraries 5 Click File, CDs and Devices, Rip Audio CD, then click the drive that contains the audio CD. 6 Click to clear the check box for any track you do not want to record. 7 Click Rip Music. Windows Media Player records the tracks to your hard drive
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    from a Web cam attached to your computer. For instructions on how to create video, see your camera's user guide. Editing videos Help & Support For more information about editing videos, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the phrase Windows Movie Maker in the Search box, then click the
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    emachines.com Creating and editing videos Transferring your video to your computer To transfer your video to your computer: 1 Connect your video camera to your computer by following the camera manufacturer's instructions. 2 If a dialog box opens with a list of video editing programs, click Windows
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    more than 10 GB of hard drive space for storage with additional space required for editing. www.emachines.com 4 Complete the screens in the Video Capture Wizard, clicking Next after each one. When you reach the final screen, Windows Movie Maker rewinds the video tape in your camera and captures
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    www.emachines.com Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating music CDs and video DVDs Important Some CDs have copy protection software. You cannot create MP3, WAV, or WMA files from these CDs and you may not be able to listen to these CDs on your computer. Tips & Tricks You can also use Windows
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    Drives and Ports www.emachines.com 5 Click Edit Playlist. The Edit Playlist dialog box opens. 6 Click songs in the left column to add them to the playlist. After all the songs are added to your list, click OK. 7 Click Start Burn. Creating a music CD with CyberLink Power2Go To create a music CD
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    www.emachines.com Creating music CDs and video DVDs 3 Click Start, All Programs, CyberLink DVD Solution, Power2Go, then click Power2Go. Power2Go opens along with the Select a Burning Task dialog box. 4 Click Music Disc in the left-hand column, select your disc type in the right-hand column, then
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    Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com 6 Drag the files or folders into the bottom pane. 7 After you select all your files, click . The Configuration/Information dialog box opens. 8 If you have one CD or DVD burner, click Burn. The Burning dialog box opens and Power2Go burns the files to the CD
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    Media Player To create a video DVD using Windows Media Center: 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R or DVD-RW disc into your recordable DVD drive. 2 Press the Start button on the remote control. Media Center starts. 3 Click More Programs, then click Create CD/DVD. 4 Click Video DVD, then click OK
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    CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com Creating a video DVD with CyberLink Power2Go To create a video DVD: 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD into your DVD drive. 2 If a dialog box opens, click Take no action, then click OK. 3 Click Start, All Programs, CyberLink DVD Solution, Power2Go,
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    www.emachines.com Creating music CDs and video DVDs 4 Click Video/Photo Disc in the left-hand column, select your disc type in the right-hand column, then click OK. The Select a Burning Task dialog box closes. 5 Click the Add Files button. The Open dialog box opens. 6
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    8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com 11 After you set up your DVD, click . The Configuration/Information dialog box opens. 12 Click the Video tab, then Burn. The Burning dialog box opens and Power2Go burns the files to the CD or DVD. 100 15 When a message tells you that the recording is
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    www.emachines.com Creating and copying data CDs and DVDs Creating and copying data CDs and DVDs Creating a data CD or DVD with CyberLink Power2Go You can use CyberLink Power2Go to create data CDs or DVDs. To create a data CD or DVD: 1 Insert a blank, writable CD or DVD into your CD or DVD drive.
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    Drives and Ports www.emachines.com 4 Click Data Disc in the left-hand column, select your disc type in the right-hand column, then click OK. The Select a Burning Task dialog box closes. 5 In the top pane, browse to the folder that contains the files or folders you want to burn to the CD
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    www.emachines.com Creating and copying data CDs and DVDs If you have more than one CD or DVD burner, select the burner, then click Burn. The Burning dialog box opens and Power2Go burns the files to the CD or DVD. Copying a CD or DVD 9 When a message tells you that the recording is complete, click
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    5 Click the arrow to open the To list, then click your recordable CD or DVD drive. 6 Click Copy. The Burning dialog box opens. If you are using one drive, Power2Go copies the tracks or files to your hard drive. If you are using two drives, Power2Go copies the tracks from the source disc to the blank
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    www.emachines.com Advanced multimedia software features Advanced multimedia software features Recording audio Windows Media Player advanced features You can use Windows Media Player to transfer WMA and MP3 files to your portable music player, to listen to Internet radio, and to watch Internet TV
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    CHAPTER 8: Using Drives and Ports www.emachines.com 106
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    CHAPTER 9 Customizing Your Computer • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings • Changing the mouse settings • Changing Power-Saving Settings • Installing an uninterruptible power supply
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    CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Adjusting the screen and desktop settings Tips & Tricks If you are using a monitor, you can adjust the screen settings for brightness, contrast, and horizontal and vertical image position using the controls on the front of your monitor. For
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    www.emachines.com Help and Support For more information about changing the power scheme, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword changing display settings in the Search box, then click the arrow. Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 4 Click the arrow button to open the Color
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    www.emachines.com Changing the colors on your Windows desktop You can change the colors of Windows desktop items, such as the background color and dialog box title bars. To change desktop colors: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel
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    click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Appearance and Themes. 2 Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Desktop tab. Help and Support For more information about changing the power scheme
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    . Windows supplies a Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Appearance and Themes. 2 Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Screen Saver tab. Help and Support For more information about changing the power
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    For more information about changing the power scheme, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword multiple monitors in the Search box, then click the arrow. 3 Click the second monitor icon (labeled 2), then click Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. 4 Click Apply. 5 You
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    Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/Double-click the Mouse icon. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. Help and Support For more information about changing the power scheme, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type
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    click Help and Support. Type the keyword power scheme in the Search box, then click the arrow. 3 Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, then click the power scheme you want. - OR - Click an arrow button for the System standby, Turn off monitor, or Turn off hard disks timer, then
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    , click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword power management in the Search box, then click the arrow. Activating and using Hibernate mode Hibernate (also called save to disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your computer completely off. The
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    www.emachines.com Changing Power-Saving Settings To activate Hibernate mode: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The Power Options
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    CHAPTER 9: Customizing Your Computer www.emachines.com Installing an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance.
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    CHAPTER 10 Protecting Your Computer • Hardware security • Data security • Security updates
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    you will have to return your computer to eMachines so we can reset it. Use a startup and hard drive password to keep other people from using your BIOS Setup utility. Use a password that you can remember but that would be hard for someone else to guess. About Windows XP user accounts Windows lets
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    .emachines.com Data security Help & Support For more information about Windows XP user accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the virus. ■ Periodically updating the McAfee VirusScan program to protect against the latest viruses. ■ Making sure the Windows Security Center is
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    emachines.com Your new eMachines computer has McAfee SecurityCenter installed. McAfee SecurityCenter includes the following components: ■ McAfee VirusScan is an anti-virus subscription service service also filters offensive online content (including pop-ups, ads, and web-bugs) and monitors, controls
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    www.emachines.com Data security Starting McAfee SecurityCenter To start McAfee SecurityCenter: ■ Click Start, All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee Security Center. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. Scanning for
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    emachines.com 4 Click the location you want to scan, then select your scan options. 5 Click Scan. To remove a virus: 1 If McAfee SecurityCenter finds a virus, follow all on-screen instructions Start McAfee SecurityCenter. 3 Click Update. The McAfee SecurityCenter Updates wizard opens. 4 Click Check
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    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 To modify security settings: 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then double-click Security Center. The
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    's system software up to date. Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows XP, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to fix the problem. You should update Windows regularly to keep your computer secure. ■ Express-Click Express to download
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    www.emachines.com Security updates Windows XP Security Center Use the Windows XP Security Center to schedule automatic updates. Windows can routinely check for the latest important updates for your computer and install them automatically. To schedule automatic updates: 1 Click Start, Control Panel,
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    CHAPTER 10: Protecting Your Computer www.emachines.com BigFix Your computer may include BigFix. BigFix monitors your computer for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Internet. Whenever BigFix
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    CHAPTER 11 Protecting and Recovering Your Files and Software • System recovery options • Copying driver and application recovery files • Recovering your system
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    . Copying driver and application recovery files Your computer's hard drive contains everything you need to completely restore your system, including Windows XP, device drivers, and other programs. You can also restore device drivers or programs by using Drivers and Applications Recovery discs
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    sure that you have blank discs ready. Depending on the type of recordable drive your computer has, you need either several CD-R discs or one DVD-R or DVD+R disc. 2 Click Start, All Programs, System Recovery, then click Create My Drivers-Applications CD(s). A message asks you if you want to "Burn ISO
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    can burn unlimited sets of driver and application recovery discs from a different computer that has a recordable drive. To copy driver and application recovery files to a network: 1 Click Start, All Programs, System Recovery, then click Create My Drivers-Applications CD(s). A message asks you if you
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    . Before you continue, make sure that your computer has a recordable drive. To create recovery discs from recovery files stored on a network: 1 Make sure that you have blank discs ready. If the ISO filenames start with CD, you will need blank CDs. If the ISO filenames start with DVD, you will need
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    you have problems with your computer and you need to recover your system, you can restore specific drivers and programs from a set of recovery discs, roll back your system to a previous condition when drivers and programs were working correctly, or reinstall everything from the computer's hard drive
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    software's own instructions for installation. You can recover specific files using either the Start menu or a driver and application recovery disc that you have created. To restore your system from the driver and application recovery discs: 1 Click Start, All Programs, System Recovery, then click
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    and Software www.emachines.com Recovering your system using Microsoft System Restore Before using eMachines System Recovery, you should try Microsoft System Restore to determine whether you can restore your system to a previous condition. Every time you install new device drivers or software, and
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    the on-screen instructions to finish the restoration. If completing Microsoft System Restore does not solve your problem, restart eMachines System Recovery. See "Recovering your system from the hard drive" on page 137 for instructions. Recovering your system from the hard drive Caution Because of
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    when it shipped from the factory. You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer's software up to date. 138 ■ Full System Restore (Destructive) reformats the hard drive and restores the system software as it was when you purchased your computer. This process
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    CHAPTER 12 Maintaining Your Computer • Caring for your computer • Updating Windows • BigFix • Managing hard drive space • Moving from your old computer
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    power. Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up a regular maintenance schedule. Maintenance task Check for viruses Update Windows XP Manage hard drive space Clean up hard drives Scan hard drive for errors Defragment hard drive swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit 140
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    power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. Cleaning the exterior Always turn off your computer and other peripherals before cleaning any components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your computer and other parts of your system or becomes difficult to control precisely, cleaning the mouse
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    www.emachines.com Cleaning CDs or DVDs Wipe from the center to the edge, not around in a circle, using a product made especially for the purpose. Updating Windows Help and Support For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows Update
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    www.emachines.com Managing hard drive space To learn more about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you can use to manage your hard drive. Checking hard drive space To check hard drive space: 1
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    www.emachines.com 2 Right-click the hard drive that you want to delete files from, for example Local Disk (C:), then click Properties. The Properties dialog box opens at the General tab. Help and Support For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the
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    www.emachines.com 3 Click the Tools tab. Managing hard drive space Help and Support For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword checking for disk errors in the Search box, then click the arrow. 4 Click Check Now. 5 Click the options you
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    to close the Disk Defragmenter window. Backing up files Help and Support For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword saving files in the Search box, then click the arrow. Backing up files and removing them from the hard drive frees space
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    to schedule and follow the on-screen instructions to customize the task. Moving from your old computer Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Help and Support For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword using transfer wizard in the
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    Computer www.emachines.com Transferring files You can manually transfer your personal data files by copying them to removable media, such as a diskette, writable CD or DVD, USB flash drive, or Zip disk, or by using a home network. For more information, see "Advanced multimedia software features
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    emachines.com Help and Support For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword searching for files in the Search box, then click the arrow. Moving from your old computer To find files using Find or Search: 1 In Windows screen instructions.
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    devices, you can use System Restore to restore your computer's previous settings. Installing a USB printer or scanner USB devices may have special installation instructions. See your USB device's installation guide. Help and Support For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click
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    more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword System Restore in the Search box, then click the arrow. You probably use some programs that did not come installed on your new computer, such as personal finance software, graphics programs, or games
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    CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Computer www.emachines.com 152
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    • Opening the case • Closing the case • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink • Replacing the front
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    emachines.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power insert any object into the vent holes of the power supply. The components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to
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    www.emachines.com Opening the case 4 Remove the two thumbscrews from the side panel cover, slide the side panel cover toward the back of the computer, then lift the panel away from the computer. 155
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    Replacing Components www.emachines.com Removing the front bezel Caution There are cables connected to the back of the bezel. When the bezel is loose from the case: Carefully set the bezel to the side of the case with the cables attached. - OR Disconnect the cables from the system board so you
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    www.emachines.com Closing the case Closing the case Replacing the front bezel To replace the front bezel: 1 If you disconnected the bezel cables when you removed the bezel, reconnect them to the system board. 2 . 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrews. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. 157
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    from the illustration below. When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your computer. Your computer uses DIMM memory. To install or replace DIMM memory: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on
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    www.emachines.com Replacing the system battery 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 157. 7 Return your computer to its upright position. 8 Turn on your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 9 Click Start, Control Panel,
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    by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 157. 11 Turn on your computer. 12 Open the BIOS Setup utility and restore any settings that you wrote down in Step 3. 13 Save your settings and exit the BIOS Setup utility. Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive Tips & Tricks You
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    www.emachines.com Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive 4 Disconnect the power, data, and sound (if attached) cables from the back of the drive. 5 Slide the drive out of the case toward the front. 6 Slide the new drive into the drive bay from the front of the case. 7 Connect the power, data, and
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    a Phillips screwdriver to add or replace a CD or DVD drive. Important The color and shape of your replacement component's front cover may vary from your original component. To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page
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    www.emachines.com 5 Slide the card reader out of the case. Adding or replacing a hard drive 6 Slide the new card reader into the bay from the front of the case. 7 Connect the new card reader's USB cable to the system board. 8 Use the screw you removed previously to secure the card reader to the
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    CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 4 Remove the screw that secures the hard drive bay to the case. Screw 5 Slide the hard drive bay away from the system board and toward the open side of the case, then remove the hard drive bay from the case. 164 6 If you are adding a
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    www.emachines.com Replacing the rear fan 11 Slide the hard drive bay back into position, then secure it to the case using the screw you removed previously. 12 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 157. Replacing the rear fan Tips & Tricks You
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    a Phillips screwdriver to add or replace the power supply. To replace the power supply: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Disconnect all power supply cables from the system board and drives. 3 Remove the four screws that secure the
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    case. 7 Use the four screws you removed previously to secure the new power supply to the case. 8 Reconnect the power supply cables to the system board and to the drives. 9 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 157. Replacing the heat sink Tips
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    emachines.com 4 Loosen the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system the processor. If removing the heat sink also pulls the processor out of the processor socket, the processor fan's power connector to the system board. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "
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    www.emachines.com Replacing the front I/O panel 3 Pry the front bezel away from the front of the case. 4 Slide the front bezel's power and LED cables through the hole in the front of the case, then remove the bezel completely. 169
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    CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 5 Disconnect the front I/O panel cables from the system board. 170 6 Remove the single screw that secures the front I/O panel to the case. screw. 10 Reconnect the I/O panel's cables to the appropriate connectors on the system board.
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    Reconnect the front bezel's power and LED cables to the appropriate connectors on the system board. 13 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 157. Adding or replacing an expansion card To add or replace an expansion card: 1 Remove the side panel
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    the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 154. 2 Place the computer case on its side. 3 Remove each screw that secures an expansion card to the case, then remove each expansion card and place them in static-free bags for storage. 4 Disconnect each drive data cable from the system board
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    emachines.com Replacing the system board 6 Disconnect the heat sink fan power connector from the system board. Connector 7 Loosen the four captive screws that secure the heat sink to the system processor. If removing the heat sink also pulls the processor out of the processor socket, the processor
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    13: Adding and Replacing Components www.emachines.com 11 Remove the memory from the memory slots and place it in a Connect the heat sink fan's power connector to the system board. 25 Reinstall each expansion card. 26 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel
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    CHAPTER 14 Troubleshooting • Safety guidelines • First steps • Troubleshooting • Telephone support
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    Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search box, then click the arrow. If you have problems with your computer, try these things first: ■ Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power
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    enter the BIOS Setup utility by pressing and holding F1 while your computer restarts. Make sure that the IDE controllers are enabled. ■ Make sure that the drive is configured correctly by following the instructions in the drive documentation. ■ Reinstall the device driver. Audio CD does not produce
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    CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting Computer Diskette drive 178 www.emachines.com ■ Make sure that the volume controls are turned up. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 23. ■ Make sure that the mute controls are turned off. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 23.
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    the light stays on, try restarting your computer. DVD drives See "CD or DVD drives" on page 177. File management Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword System Restore in the Search box, then click the arrow. A file
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    information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword file management in the Search box, then click the arrow. You see an "Insufficient disk space" error message ■ Delete unnecessary files from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup. For instructions on deleting
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    www.emachines.com Troubleshooting Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in the Search box, then click the arrow. You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to browse the
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    : Troubleshooting Media Center 182 www.emachines.com The Media Center video display looks bad on your TV ■ Many factors, such as the display type, quality of the video source, type of connection used, quality of video cables, display device screen resolution, size of TV, age of the TV, or the type
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    www.emachines.com Troubleshooting ■ Age of the TV-Newer TVs usually have more advanced features, produce a better quality picture, and support higher screen resolutions. The Media Center video display will likely be better on a newer model TV. ■ Type of TV (interlaced or progressive scan) Many TVs
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    computer. For information about manually updating the Program Guide, see "Manually updating the Media Center Program Guide" on page 19. Memory Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword memory error in the Search box
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    emachines.com Troubleshooting Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword dialing in the Search box, then click the arrow. To check the dialing properties: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window
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    when you have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search box, then click the arrow. The modem
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    Speaker volume control. 5 Click OK twice to close the Phone and Modem Options dialog box. Monitor Tips & Tricks For more information, see "Adjusting the color depth" on page 108. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword
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    Troubleshooting www.emachines.com Tips & Tricks For more information, see "Adjusting the screen and desktop settings" on page 108. The text on the display is dim or difficult to read ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls about display types, see your monitor and video card documentation.
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    www.emachines.com Passwords Power Printer Troubleshooting ■ Make sure that all computers are using the same different for all computers on your network. The computer does not recognize an add-in Ethernet card ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that you have installed the required
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    Printer. ■ Reinstall the printer driver. See the guide that came with your printer for instructions on installing the printer driver. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword printer troubleshooter in the Search box
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    For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 13. Telephone support Before calling eMachines Customer Care Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if power cords or plugs are damaged, if liquid has been spilled into your computer, if
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    computer. Self-help Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword practice in the Search box, then click the arrow. If you have how-to questions about using your eMachines-supplied hardware or software, see the following
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    APPENDIX A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information • Important safety information • Regulatory compliance statements • Environmental information • Notices
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    a grounding-type outlet. power cord or plug is damaged. ■ Liquid has been spilled into the system. ■ The system does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed. ■ The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. ■ The system performance changes. Warning Do not use eMachines
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    are: shielded video cable when approved by eMachines could void Drive Irvine, CA 92618 USA This device complies with Part which is Part 68-compliant. See installation instructions for service may be required. The telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem
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    Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent exposure to laser beams, do not try to open the enclosure of a CD or DVD drive. All eMachines systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply
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    or circuits. 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section
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    and/or change products described in this publication at any time. Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com. In no event will Gateway
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    video to computer 91 cards adding expansion 171 inserting memory card 73 installing memory card 73 removing memory card 73 replacing expansion 171 slots 72 troubleshooting add-in card 177 troubleshooting memory card 184 types of memory cards supported 72 case closing 157 opening 154 CD adding
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    music CD 103 text and graphics 39 creating desktop icons 28 desktop shortcuts 28 documents 36 folders 30 music CD 93 music files 88 video DVD 97 WMA files 88 customizing 107 cutting files and folders 31, 39 text and graphics 39 CyberLink PowerDVD 86 D default printer 190 defragmenting hard drive 145
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    144 troubleshooting 180 headphone jack 9, 11 heat sink replacing 167 help online 4 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 3 starting 3 Hibernate mode 9, 116 hyperlinks 43 I i.Link port 9, 11, 13, 90 IEEE 1394 port 9, 11, 13, 90 indicators Caps Lock 21 hard drive 8 Num Lock 21 numeric keypad 21 power
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    button 29 McAfee SecurityCenter 121, 122 scanning for viruses 123 updating definitions 124 Media Player 83 memory adding 158 installing 158 replacing 158 troubleshooting 184 memory card reader locating drive 9 memory card types supported 72 replacing 162 using 72 menu bar 29 messages checking
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    and graphics 39 PDA memory cards 72 peripheral devices 13 playing audio CD 84 audio file 83, 105 DVD 86 Media Player file 83 multimedia files 83 music CD 84 Windows Media Player file 83 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 13 USB support for 13 pointer 22 moving 23 ports See connections power
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    9, 19 tutoring fee-based 192 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 18, 118 un-sharing drives 59 folders 59 updates security 126 virus definitions 124 updating virus definitions 124 updating Windows 142 UPS 18, 118 USB port 8, 11, 13 V VGA port 75 video capturing to computer 91 creating 90 editing 90
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    for 123 updating definitions for 124 voltage selection switch 10 volume adjusting 23, 81 adjusting modem 186 controls 23, 81 muting 23, 81 troubleshooting 191 W WAN IP Address 57 WAV file 83 Web browser 42, 43 Web page 43 Web site 43 connecting to 44 downloading files 45 eMachines 2 window 28 close
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    Index www.emachines.com 206
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