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- Page 1 User’s Manual...
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
♦ Copyright © EVEREX Systems. Inc 2005. All rights reserved. ♦ Disclaimer: EVEREX Systems. Inc shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; or for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product. -
Page 3: Power Cord Set Requirements
If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. - Page 4 5. Danish Lithiumbatteri- Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kum ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Lever det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandoren. 6. Norwegian Ekspolsjonsafe ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabriknten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Welcome to eXplora PC! Placement Tips... 2 Chapter 2 Unpacking the Box Selecting a Site ... 3 Check List... 3 Chapter 3 System Overview Front Panel... 4 Chapter 4 Computer Setup Setting up the AC Input voltage selection ... 8 Connect the Power Cord ... - Page 6 System Specifications Product Features... 23...
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Page 7: Welcome To Explora Pc
Please read this USER MANUAL carefully before unpacking and setting up your eXplora PC Note: In order to set up the eXplora PC efficiently, the BIOS setup menu has been modified slightly. Please refer to the system’s BIOS setup menu on the screen. -
Page 8: Placement Tips
PC User’s Manual Placement Tips Your eXplora PC should be set up correctly according to this user manual, and your own comfort and ergonomic needs. Please refer to the following tips to create a comfortable and healthy working environment for you: Adjustable Seat: If you plan to use your eXplora PC for extended periods, select a highly adjustable office chair with a five-pronged base. -
Page 9: Unpacking The Box
Selecting a Site Before unpacking the eXplora PC, prepare a suitable workspace for your computer. Choose a steady, level and clean surface near an electrical outlet. Also ensure that the computer has enough space around it to allow for proper airflow, especially at the rear of the computer near the fan. -
Page 10: System Overview
PC User’s Manual Front Panel Features are shown in Figure 3.1, and are described as follows: Figure 3.1 Note: Depending on the model, your computer’s components may vary and look slightly different than those pictured. - Page 11 Power Button & Power Indicator: Use this button to turn the eXplora PC on and off. If the button is held down for one second, the system will enter Suspend mode. If held down for four seconds, system power will switch off. When lit, the Power indicator shows blue to indicate that system power is on.
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Page 12: Rear Panel
PC User’s Manual Rear Panel Features are shown in Figure 3.2, and are described as follows: Figure 3.2 Power Socket Voltage Toggle Switch: This toggle switch allows you to select the system voltage (115 / 230 V) appropriate to your area. - Page 13 RJ45 LAN Connector (1): For connecting your LAN, allowing you to access network services or the Internet. Line-In Jack (light blue): Connect audio sources, such as external CD, players to this jack for recording on your computer or playback through the Line-Out device. PS/2 Keyboard Connector (purple): Plug your PS/2 keyboard into this connector.
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Page 14: Computer Setup
PC User’s Manual eXplora is easy to be set up. After remove the eXplora from shipping box, please follow the steps below to finish its setup. Setting up the AC Input voltage selection There are two settings for the system to operate. You may set the AC input voltage to 115V or 230V. -
Page 15: Connect The Power Cord
Connect the Power Cord Connect the Power Cable to the computer and then plug into a power supply. Connecting your PS/2 Mouse and PS/2 Keyboard The PS/2 Mouse and PS/2 Keyboard ports are located at the back of your computer and can be identified by their colors. Plug the Mouse and Keyboard into their respective ports. -
Page 16: Connecting Your Monitor
PC User’s Manual Connecting your Monitor The monitor port can be found at the back of your computer and can be easily identified by the color blue. Connecting the Modem Connect your telephone line to the port marked PHONE. Connect the... -
Page 17: Connecting The Ethernet
Connecting the Ethernet Connect an RJ45 cable (not supplied) to the 10/100 LAN port to get access to a network or external broadband modem. Connecting Your Printer Connect the printer cable to the printer port at the back of your computer. -
Page 18: Using The Computer
PC User’s Manual The eXplora PC comes preinstalled with Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition. To navigate through the desktop environment, the computer mouse and keyboard are used to open and close programs of interest. Using the Mouse 1. Place the mouse on a clean, dry surface for optimal performance. -
Page 19: Setting Up An Internet Connection
Setting up an Internet Connection All eXplora computers come equipped with a 56k modem for dial-up Internet access and a 10/100 Ethernet LAN port for simplified connection to a external broadband modem. Connecting to the Internet involves 3 separate steps. - Page 20 PC User’s Manual To establish a broadband Internet connection connect an external broadband modem (not supplied) to the 10/100 Ethernet port. (figure 5.2) Figure 5.2 Subscribing to an ISP There are numerous third party Internet Service Providers available. If you did not choose to install Internet Service during the initial setup wizard complete the following procedure.
- Page 21 System Recovery 2. For users already subscribing to an ISP choose I’m currently connected to the Internet. To establish a new MSN Internet account choose I’m not currently connected to the Internet (credit card required for activation). Click Next to continue the installation Wizard. 3.
- Page 22 1. To access the Internet double-click the Internet Explorer icon. 2. Use the mouse and keyboard to navigate through the Internet. To visit a website, enter a web address (exp. www.everex.com) into the address box. When finished, click the arrow or press the Enter key on your keyboard.
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Page 23: Help And Support
Your eXplora PC includes general Help and Support documentation to answer questions regarding the Windows operating system and to help you explore the many useful features of your Everex computer. Access the Help and Support Documentation 4. Using the left button on your mouse, click the Start button on your computer screen. -
Page 24: System Recovery The System Recovery Option Is Available To Restore Your Computer's Software To Its Original Configuration
PC User’s Manual 3. To search for a topic, click the left mouse button inside the Search box then type in the word or phrase you wish to explore. Click the green arrow to begin the search process. 4. Each search will yield a list of Suggested Topics, Full-text Search Matches and a Microsoft Knowledge Base. - Page 25 System Recovery Definitions Recovery Partition (R-P): The R-P is preinstalled by the manufacturer on the hard disk drive to allow the user to restore the computer system back to its original state. This function is typically used in cases of a non-repairable computer virus or system malfunction.
- Page 26 PC User’s Manual Following the recovery process, the user is prompted with a CRC-check request. If the user clicks Yes, the CRC verification process will run. When the verification process is completed the system will reboot.
- Page 27 System Recovery In the Selecting Recovery Options window, choosing Advance (destructive mode), will destroy the R-P and U-P. This option should be used with caution. Following CRC verification, the user will be prompted. If Yes is chosen, the CRC check process will run.
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Page 28: Technical Support
For the latest Drivers and Support Documents or to chat with a Live Technician visit http://www.everex.com To contact Technical Support via email, send your User Name, Model, Serial Number and a Problem Description to techsupport@everex.com To speak with an Everex Technical Support Representative call our 24-hour response team at 1-866-850-8835 (toll-free) -
Page 29: Product Features
PC User’s Manual Product Features Drive bays External • 5.25-inch standard optical drive x 1 • Standard Card Reader x 1 (optional) Internal • 3.5” standard HDD drive x 1 (hidden) Front Panel • Switches: Power Button • Creative Window: •...