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eMachines PC User Manual

eMachines PC User Manual (214 pages)

NG3 Hardware Reference

Brand: eMachines | Category: Desktop | Size: 14 MB

Table of Contents

User Guide
1
Table of Contents
2
Chapter 1: Getting Help

8
Chapter 2: Getting to Know Your Computer

14
Chapter 3: Using Your Computer

22
- Working Safely
  23
- Starting Your Computer
  26
  - Waking up Your Computer
    26
- Turning off Your Computer
  26
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
  27
- Using the Keyboard
  27
  - Enhanced Keyboard
    27
  - Standard Keyboard
    28
  - Keyboard Features
    28
- Using the Mouse
  29
- Adjusting the Volume
  30
Chapter 4: Using Windows XP

32
- Using the Windows Desktop
  33
  - Using the Start Menu
    34
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    35
  - Identifying Window Items
    35
- Working with Files and Folders
  36
  - Viewing Drives
    36
  - Creating Folders
    37
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    38
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    38
- Searching for Files
  40
  - Using the Windows Search Utility
    40
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    41
- Working with Documents
  43
  - Creating a New Document
    43
  - Saving a Document
    44
  - Opening a Document
    44
  - Printing a Document
    45
- Using Shortcuts
  46
Chapter 5: Using the Internet

48
- Learning about the Internet
  49
- Setting up an Internet Account
  50
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    50
- Using the World Wide Web
  50
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    51
  - Downloading Files
    52
- Using E-Mail
  53
  - Sending E-Mail
    53
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    54
Chapter 6: Networking Your Computer

56
Chapter 7: Sending and Receiving Faxes

70
- Installing and Configuring Fax
  71
  - Installing Fax
    71
  - Configuring Fax
    72
- Sending a Simple Fax
  74
- Setting up Your Cover Page Template
  75
- Faxing from Programs
  75
- Faxing a Scanned Document
  76
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  76
- Canceling a Fax
  76
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax
  76
- Automatically Canceling a Fax
  77
Chapter 8: Using Drives and Ports

78
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  79
  - Memory Card Types
    79
  - Using a Memory Card
    80
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  80
  - Identifying Drive Types
    80
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    81
- Using a Second Monitor
  82
- Viewing the Display on a Television
  83
  - Modifying Television Settings
    85
- Using Windows Media Center
  86
  - Manually Updating the Media Center Program Guide
    87
- Using Multimedia
  88
  - Adjusting the Volume
    88
- Playing Music and Movies
  90
  - Playing WAV Audio Files
    90
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    90
  - Playing Cds or Dvds
    91
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  94
  - Creating Music Files
    94
  - Building a Music Library
    96
  - Editing Track Information
    97
- Creating and Editing Videos
  97
  - Editing Videos
    97
  - Transferring Your Video to Your Computer
    98
  - Editing Your Video
    99
  - Saving Your Video
    99
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  100
  - Creating a Music CD
    100
  - Creating Video Dvds
    104
- Creating and Copying Data Cds and Dvds
  108
  - Copying a CD or DVD
    110
- Advanced Multimedia Software Features
  112
  - Recording Audio
    112
Chapter 9: Customizing Your Computer

114
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
  115
  - Adjusting the Color Depth
    115
  - Adjusting the Screen Resolution
    116
  - Changing the Colors on Your Windows Desktop
    117
  - Changing the Desktop Background
    118
  - Selecting a Screen Saver
    119
  - Using an Extended Desktop
    120
- Changing the Mouse Settings
  121
- Changing Power-Saving Settings
  122
- Installing an Uninterruptible Power Supply
  125
Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer

126
- Hardware Security
  127
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    127
- Data Security
  127
- Security Updates
  133
  - Windows Update
    133
  - Bigfix
    135
Chapter 11: Protecting and Recovering Your Files and Software

136
Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Computer

146
- Caring for Your Computer
  147
  - Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
    147
  - Cleaning Your Computer
    147
- Updating Windows
  149
- Bigfix
  149
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  150
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    150
  - Using Disk Cleanup
    150
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    151
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    152
  - Backing up Files
    153
  - Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
    154
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  154
  - Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
    154
  - Transferring Files
    155
  - Transferring Internet Settings
    156
  - Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
    157
  - Installing Your Old Programs
    158
Chapter 13: Adding and Replacing Components

160
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  161
- Opening the Case
  161
  - Removing the Side Panel
    161
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    163
- Closing the Case
  164
  - Replacing the Front Bezel
    164
  - Replacing the Side Panel
    164
- Installing Memory
  165
- Replacing the System Battery
  166
- Adding or Replacing a CD or DVD Drive
  167
- Replacing the Memory Card Reader
  169
- Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
  170
- Replacing the Rear Fan
  172
- Replacing the Power Supply
  173
- Replacing the Heat Sink
  174
- Replacing the Front I/O Panel
  175
- Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
  178
- Replacing the System Board
  179
Chapter 14: Troubleshooting

182
- Safety Guidelines
  183
- First Steps
  183
- Troubleshooting
  184
  - Add-In Cards
    184
  - Audio
    184
  - Battery
    184
  - CD or DVD Drives
    184
  - Computer
    185
  - Diskette Drive
    185
  - DVD Drives
    186
  - File Management
    186
  - Hard Drive
    187
  - Internet
    187
  - Keyboard
    188
  - Media Center
    189
  - Memory
    191
  - Memory Card Reader
    191
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    191
  - Monitor
    194
  - Mouse
    195
  - Networks
    195
  - Passwords
    196
  - Power
    196
  - Printer
    196
  - Sound
    198
- Telephone Support
  198
  - Before Calling Emachines Customer Care
    198
  - Telephone Numbers
    199
  - Self-Help
    199
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

200
- Important Safety Information
  201
- Care During Use
  201
- Replacement Parts and Accessories
  201
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  202
- United States of America
  202
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  202
- Laser Safety Statement
  203
- External Television Antenna Grounding
  203
- Lightning Protection
  203
- Environmental Information
  204
- Macrovision Statement
  205
Index

206

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