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Desktop PC User Guide - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 2
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Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the 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 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 4
video DVDs 36 Creating a music CD 36 Creating a video DVD 37 Creating and copying data discs 39 Creating a data disc 39 Using Windows Media Center 40 Starting Windows Using Windows Security Center 62 Security updates 63 Windows Update 63 BigFix 64 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 65 - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 9
eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you call for help. Getting help for Windows Media Center If your computer is running Windows from a Help menu or by clicking the Help button on the menu bar and selecting Online Support from the list. Available information depends on the - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 10
Chapter 1: Getting Help 4 - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 12
click Help and Support. Type Windows desktop in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Your desktop may be different from this example, depending on how your computer is set up. The desktop contains the taskbar, the Start button, and the Recycle Bin icon. Desktop elements Description The taskbar - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 13
www.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 menu in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. You can start programs, open files, customize your system, get help, search for files and folders - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 14
mouse button) the program that you want to add to the desktop. 3 Click Send To, then click Desktop (create shortcut). A shortcut icon for that program appears on the desktop. Identifying window items Help For more information about windows, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type window in - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 15
the minimize button reduces the active window to a 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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 16
Windows folders, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type files and folders in the Search Help than one drive. Each drive has a letter, usually Local Disk (C:) for the hard drive. You may also have more drives letters, spreadsheets, and pictures-that you keep on your computer. In fact, all - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 17
"Viewing drives" on page 10 and "Searching for files" on page 13. 2 Right-click (press the right mouse button) the file or folder that you want to copy. A pop-up menu opens on the desktop. 3 Click Copy on the pop-up menu. 4 Open the destination folder. 5 With the pointer inside the destination - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 21
www.emachines.com Working with documents opens. 2 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 click Start, then click Help and Support. Type saving in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 15 - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 24
Chapter 2: Using Windows 18 - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 26
service or to transfer an existing account to this computer, contact the ISP directly. Dial-up Internet connections are those using a telephone system session, then disconnect when you are finished. Your Internet service provider can provide instructions on how to connect to and disconnect from the - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 27
emachines.com Accessing your Internet account Help For general information about using Internet accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support may be colored or underlined text, a picture, or an animated image. You can identify up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you can access - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 28
you want to download. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions for saving the file in the folder that you files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type downloading files in the Search Help e-mail To send e-mail using Windows Mail: 1 Connect to your Internet service provider. 2 Click (Start), then - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 29
www.emachines.com Support. Type e-mail in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. To check your e-mail using Windows Mail: 1 Connect to your Internet service fax using a cable or DSL modem by following these instructions. Many Internet services exist that let you send or receive faxes using a - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 the arrow button to open the Name list, then click the Fax printer. 4 Click Print. The Send Fax Wizard opens. 5 Complete the wizard by following the instructions in - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 37
www.emachines.com 3 Click one of the following to control playback: Repeat Rewind discs, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type playing discs in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Playing an optical disc using Windows Media Player Use Windows Media Player to listen to CDs or watch - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 39
or playing an audio recording, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type recording audio or ripping in the Search Help box, then 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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 40
have copy protection software. You cannot copy tracks from copy-protected CDs. Using Windows Media Player, you can copy the tracks from a music CD to your for any track you do not want to record, then click Start Rip. Windows Media Player records the tracks to your hard drive. A progress bar appears - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 41
www.emachines.com Building a music library Use Windows Media Player to build a music library. You can organize 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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 42
Media Files Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating a music CD Important We recommend that you do not use your computer for other tasks while creating CDs or DVDs. If you record copyrighted material on a CD or DVD, you need permission from the copyright owner. Otherwise, you may be violating - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 43
create video DVDs using Windows DVD Maker. To create a video DVD using Windows DVD Maker: Important We recommend that you do not use your computer for other tasks while creating CDs or DVDs. If you record copyrighted material on a CD or DVD, you need permission from the copyright owner. Otherwise - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 46
is an optional accessory, most instructions in this section assume you are using a mouse to navigate the Media Center menus. Starting Windows Media Center To start Windows Media Center: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Center. - OR Press the Start button on the remote control - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 47
lets you view 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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 48
buttons Start button 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 (A/V) control buttons Numeric keypad/data entry buttons Power button Transport buttons Navigation buttons - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 49
Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer • Introduction to Networking • Ethernet networking • Bluetooth networking 43 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 50
be used to build computer networks in the home. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your home or office. Your municipality may require you to obtain a permit and hire a licensed installer. Ethernet - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 51
emachines. at the speed of the slowest rated component. For a wired Ethernet network you need: • Two or more computers with Ethernet card is already installed on your computer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 52
your ISP for any specific instructions they have for setting Internet service provider. Installing Ethernet cards and drivers After you Ethernet cards for instructions on installing the card and any required drivers. outer-jacket, containing eight color-coded wires), and equipment compatible with - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 54
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 access your network. • Internet security features like a firewall to keep intruders out of your network. • Wireless security features like - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 55
your ISP for any specific instructions they have for service provider. Installing wireless cards and drivers 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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 56
communications. When networking is set up in Windows Vista™, TCP/IP is automatically installed as using your Web browser. For instructions, see your router's documentation. Connecting Support. Type the following in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Connect to an available network • Manually - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 58
then click Help and Support. Type wireless network security window. Take any actions suggested. • If you are using a wired 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 - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 61
from. You can obtain the printer driver and installation instructions from the CD that shipped with your printer or from the manufacturer's Web site. To print files across the network: 1 Open the file you want to print, then click Print. 2 Click the arrow button to open the printer name list, then - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 63
Chapter 6 Protecting your computer • Hardware security • Data security • Security updates 57 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 64
files. These passwords are set in your computer's BIOS setup utility. Use a password that you can remember but that would be hard for someone else to guess. Tip For instructions on creating a startup and hard drive password, see your computer's Reference Guide. Make sure that you use a password you - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 65
www.emachines.com Protecting macro that might have a virus. • Making sure that the Windows Security Center is configured to provide you with the highest level of about these features, including how to schedule system scans and security updates, click Help & Support in the upper right corner of the - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 68
360 after the 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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 69
, 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 secure - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 70
for your computer. Help For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type Windows update in the Search box, then press ENTER. Scheduling automatic updates Use the Windows Security Center to schedule automatic updates. Windows can routinely check for the latest - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 73
you want, then click OK. To change the Windows desktop background: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Appearance and Personalization, click Change desktop background. The Choose a desktop background dialog box opens. 2 Click the Picture Location list, then click the location where you want - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 74
saver to keep others from viewing your screen while you are away from your computer. Windows supplies a variety the settings, then click OK. Important If the Settings button is not available, you cannot customize the screen saver Support. Type screen savers in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 77
setup poster or your 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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 78
on your desk. 10 Click OK. Changing system sounds You can change the sounds that play for system events, such as 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 and - eMachines T5274a | 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 Change the settings you want. You can: • Switch the left and right buttons • Change the double-click speed • Change the pointer appearance and speed • Change - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 80
create a new account, click Create a new account, then follow the on-screen instructions to finish the setup. • To change an account, click the account name, more information about user accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type user accounts in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 81
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 power plan: Shortcut Start ➧ Control Panel ➧ System and Maintenance ➧ Power Options 1 Click (Start), Control Panel - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 82
processor • 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 - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 84
use to better recognize the words you speak. • Open the Speech Reference Card lets you view and print a list of common voice commands. 3 If you reading aloud on-screen text, click Text to Speech on the left of the window. Setting up parental controls You can use parental controls to: • Control and - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 85
www.emachines.com Filtering Internet access You can specify the type of Internet 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. 4 Specify the settings you want to use for this - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 86
Chapter 7: Scheduling computer and Internet use To schedule the times a user can access the Internet: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up parental controls for any user. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to schedule - eMachines T5274a | 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 88
for any user. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up restrictions for, then click Allow and block specific programs. The Application Restrictions dialog box opens. 3 Click [User name] can only use the programs I allow, click the checkbox for each program you - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 89
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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 90
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track information 35 playing music 31 clipboard 11 close button 9 closing program 9, 17 window 9, 17 color changing scheme 67 depth 66 high 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 T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 92
2 Help and Support 2 starting 2 Internet service provider See Internet service provider K button 9 Media Center See Windows Media Center Media Player See Windows Media Player menu bar 9 messages checking e-mail 23 sending e-mail 22 MIDI file playing 30 minimize button 33 using Windows Media - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 93
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 - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 94
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 46 wireless Ethernet network 47 connecting to 50 equipment - eMachines T5274a | 8513042 - eMachines Desktop Computer User Guide - Page 95
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