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eMachines J4486 Reference Manual (134 pages)

eMachines T3646: Reference Guide

Brand: eMachines | Category: Desktop | Size: 6.49 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference

7
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
- 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
- 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

eMachines J4486 User Manual (96 pages)

8512159 - eMachines Desktop PC User Guide

Brand: eMachines | Category: Desktop | Size: 7.85 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: Getting Help

7
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
  15
  - Viewing Drives
    15
  - Creating Folders
    16
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    16
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    17
- Searching for Files
  18
  - Using the Windows Search
    18
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    19
- Working with Documents
  19
  - Creating a New Document
    20
  - Saving a Document
    20
  - Opening a Document
    20
  - Printing a Document
    21
- Shortcuts
  22
Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

23
- Learning about the Internet
  24
- Setting up an Internet Account
  24
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    25
- Using the World Wide Web
  25
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    25
  - Downloading Files
    26
- Using E-Mail
  26
  - Sending E-Mail
    26
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    27
- Using Windows Fax and Scan
  27
  - Sending a Fax
    28
  - Receiving and Viewing a Fax
    32
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

33
- Playing Music and Movies
  34
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    34
  - Playing Optical Discs
    35
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  37
  - Creating Music Files
    37
  - Building a Music Library
    39
  - Editing Track Information
    39
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  40
  - Creating a Music CD
    40
  - Creating a Video DVD
    41
- Creating and Copying Data Discs
  43
  - Creating a Data Disc
    43
- Using Windows Media Center
  44
Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer

49
- Introduction to Networking
  50
  - Networking Terms You Should Know
    50
- Ethernet Networking
  50
- Bluetooth Networking
  61
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer

63
- Hardware Security
  64
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    64
- Data Security
  64
- Security Updates
  71
  - Windows Update
    71
  - Bigfix
    72
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

73
Index

91

eMachines J4486 Quick Setup (1 page)

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Brand: eMachines | Category: Desktop | Size: 0.23 MB

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eMachines J4486 Reference Manual (134 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About this Reference

Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer

Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer

Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Legal Notices

Index

eMachines J4486 User Manual (96 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Help

Chapter 2: Using Windows

Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer

Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer

Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

Index

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