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eMachines ET1161 Reference Manual (134 pages)
eMachines T3646: Reference Guide
Brand:
eMachines
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 6.49 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
7
About this Guide
8
Accessing the Online User Guide
8
Emachines Contact Information
9
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
9
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer
11
Front
12
Back
14
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
17
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
18
Working Safely and Comfortably
18
Reducing Eye Strain
19
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
19
Sitting at Your Computer
20
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
20
Preparing Power Connections
20
Protecting from Power Source Problems
20
Checking the Voltage Selection
21
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
21
Connecting a Dial-Up Modem
22
Starting Your Computer
22
Waking up Your Computer
23
Turning off Your Computer
23
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
25
Using the Keyboard
26
Using the Mouse
28
Using Optical Drives
30
Features
30
Loading an Optical Disc
30
Identifying Optical Drive Types
30
Playing Discs
32
Creating Discs
33
Using the Memory Card Reader
34
Memory Card Types
34
Using a Memory Card
34
Adjusting the Volume
35
Configuring the Audio Jacks
37
Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
38
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer
39
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
40
Opening the Case
41
Removing the Side Panel
41
Removing the Front Bezel
42
Closing the Case
43
Replacing the Front Bezel
43
Replacing the Side Panel
44
Replacing the Color Panel
44
Installing Memory
46
Adding or Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
48
Replacing the Media Panel
50
Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
53
Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor
55
Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
58
Replacing the System Battery
59
Replacing the System Board
60
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer
63
Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
64
Caring for Your Computer
65
Cleaning Your Computer
66
Cleaning the Exterior
66
Cleaning the Keyboard
67
Cleaning the Monitor
67
Cleaning the Mouse
67
Cleaning Optical Discs
68
Updating Windows
68
Using Bigfix
69
Managing Hard Drive Space
69
Checking Hard Drive Space
70
Deleting Unnecessary Files
71
Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
72
Defragmenting the Hard Drive
73
Backing up Files
74
Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
75
Moving from Your Old Computer
76
Transferring Files and Settings Automatically
76
Transferring Files and Settings Manually
76
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
79
Safety Guidelines
80
First Steps
80
Troubleshooting
81
Add-In Cards
81
Audio
81
CD or DVD Drives
81
Display
83
DVD Drives
83
Ethernet
84
Expansion Cards
85
File Management
85
Hard Drive
86
Internet
87
Keyboard
88
Media Center
89
Memory
92
Memory Card Reader
92
Modem (Cable or DSL)
93
Modem (Dial-Up)
93
Monitor
96
Mouse
97
Networks
97
Passwords
97
Power
98
Printer
98
Sound
100
Recovering Your System
100
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
101
Using Microsoft System Restore
105
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
108
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
109
Telephone Support
110
Before Calling Customer Care
110
Emachines Contact Information
111
Self-Help
112
Appendix A: Legal Notices
113
Replacement Parts and Accessories
115
Regulatory Compliance
115
United States of America
115
Fcc Declaration of Conformity
116
Laser Safety Statement
117
External Television Antenna Grounding
118
Lightning Protection
118
Environmental Information
120
Macrovision Statement
121
Index
123
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eMachines ET1161 Reference Manual (124 pages)
Desktop Computer
Brand:
eMachines
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 6.37 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
7
About this Guide
8
Accessing the Online User Guide
8
Emachines Contact Information
9
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
9
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer
11
Front
12
Back
14
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
17
Working Safely and Comfortably
18
Reducing Eye Strain
19
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
19
Sitting at Your Computer
20
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
20
Preparing Power Connections
20
Protecting from Power Source Problems
20
Checking the Voltage Selection
21
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
21
Connecting a Dial-Up Modem
22
Starting Your Computer
22
Waking up Your Computer
23
Turning off Your Computer
23
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
25
Using the Keyboard
26
Using the Mouse
27
Using Optical Drives
29
Features
29
Loading an Optical Disc
29
Identifying Optical Drive Types
29
Playing Discs
31
Creating Discs
32
Using the Memory Card Reader
32
Memory Card Types
33
Using a Memory Card
33
Adjusting the Volume
33
Configuring the Audio Jacks
35
Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
36
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer
37
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
38
Opening the Case
38
Removing the Side Panel
39
Removing the Front Bezel
39
Closing the Case
41
Replacing the Front Bezel
41
Replacing the Side Panel
42
Replacing the Color Panel
42
Installing Memory
44
Adding or Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
46
Replacing the Media Panel
48
Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
51
Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor
53
Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
56
Replacing the System Battery
57
Replacing the System Board
58
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer
61
Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
62
Caring for Your Computer
63
Cleaning Your Computer
64
Cleaning the Exterior
64
Cleaning the Keyboard
65
Cleaning the Monitor
65
Cleaning the Mouse
65
Cleaning Optical Discs
66
Updating Windows
66
Using Bigfix
67
Managing Hard Drive Space
67
Checking Hard Drive Space
68
Deleting Unnecessary Files
69
Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
69
Defragmenting the Hard Drive
70
Backing up Files
71
Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
72
Moving from Your Old Computer
73
Transferring Files and Settings Automatically
73
Transferring Files and Settings Manually
74
Finding Other Files
75
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
77
Safety Guidelines
78
Try These Steps First
78
Error Messages
79
Internet and Networking
80
Internet
80
Modem (Cable or DSL)
81
Modem (Dial-Up)
82
Networking
84
Power
85
Display
85
Printing
86
Optical Discs
87
Memory Card Reader
88
Mouse
88
Keyboard
89
Files
89
Memory
91
Audio
92
Passwords
92
Expansion Cards
93
Media Center
93
Checking for Device Problems
95
Recovering Your System
96
Creating Recovery Discs
97
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
99
Returning to a Previous System Condition
100
Returning Your System to Its Factory Condition
101
Technical Support
104
Before Calling Customer Care
104
Calling Customer Care
104
Appendix A: Legal Notices
105
Replacement Parts and Accessories
107
Regulatory Compliance
107
United States of America
107
Fcc Declaration of Conformity
108
Laser Safety Statement
109
External Television Antenna Grounding
110
Lightning Protection
110
Environmental Information
112
Macrovision Statement
113
Index
115
eMachines ET1161 User Manual (96 pages)
Desktop Computer
Brand:
eMachines
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 7.77 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: Getting Help
7
Thank You for Purchasing Our Computer
8
Using the Emachines Web Site
8
Using Help and Support
8
Contacting Emachines
9
Getting Help for Windows Media Center
9
Using Online Help
9
Chapter 2: Using Windows
11
Using the Windows Desktop
12
Using the Start Menu
13
Adding Icons to the Desktop
14
Identifying Window Items
14
Working with Files and Folders
16
Viewing Drives
16
Creating Folders
16
Copying and Moving Files and Folders
17
Deleting Files and Folders
18
Searching for Files
19
Using the Windows Search
19
Browsing for Files and Folders
20
Working with Documents
21
Creating a New Document
21
Saving a Document
21
Opening a Document
22
Printing a Document
22
Shortcuts
23
Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing
25
Learning about the Internet
26
Setting up an Internet Account
26
Accessing Your Internet Account
27
Using the World Wide Web
27
Connecting to a Web Site
27
Downloading Files
28
Using E-Mail
28
Sending E-Mail
28
Checking Your E-Mail
29
Using Windows Fax and Scan
29
Sending a Fax
29
Setting up Your Cover Page Template
32
Faxing a Scanned Document or from Programs
33
Canceling a Fax
33
Receiving and Viewing a Fax
34
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files
35
Playing Music and Movies
36
Playing Audio and Video Files
36
Playing Optical Discs
37
Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
39
Creating Music Files
39
Building a Music Library
41
Editing Track Information
41
Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
42
Creating a Music CD
42
Creating a Video DVD
43
Creating and Copying Data Discs
45
Creating a Data Disc
45
Using Windows Media Center
46
Starting Windows Media Center
46
Using the Media Center Remote Control
48
Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer
49
Introduction to Networking
50
Networking Terms You Should Know
50
Ethernet Networking
50
Wired Ethernet Networking
50
Wireless Ethernet Networking
53
Wireless Ethernet Standards
54
Establishing Your Ethernet Network Connection
55
Testing Your Network
58
Adding a Printer to Your Network
58
Sharing Resources
58
Using the Network
60
Bluetooth Networking
61
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer
63
Hardware Security
64
Kensington Lock Slot
64
Data Security
64
Startup and Hard Drive Password
64
Windows User Accounts
64
Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
65
Using Norton 360
65
Using Windows Security Center
68
Security Updates
69
Windows Update
69
Bigfix
70
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows
71
Changing Screen Settings
72
Changing Color Depth and Screen Resolution
72
Changing the Appearance of Windows and Backgrounds
73
Selecting a Screen Saver
74
Changing Gadgets
75
Setting up Multiple Monitors
77
Changing System Sounds
78
Changing Mouse Settings
79
Adding and Modifying User Accounts
79
Changing Power-Saving Settings
81
Changing the Power Plan
81
Changing Accessibility Settings
83
Using the Ease of Access Center
83
Using Voice Recognition
84
Setting up Parental Controls
84
Filtering Internet Access
85
Scheduling Computer and Internet Use
86
Restricting Game Access
86
Restricting Specific Programs
88
Creating Activity Reports
88
Notices
89
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eMachines ET1161 Starter Manual (24 pages)
eMachines Personal Computer Quick Start Guide
Brand:
eMachines
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 1.39 MB
eMachines ET1161 Quick Setup Manual (1 page)
eMachines Desktop Computer Quick Setup Guide
Brand:
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| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 0.22 MB
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