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User’s Guide
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 2 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM © 2003 eMachines, Inc. © 2003 Aesbus Knowledge Solutions This publication contains proprietary content and is protected by copyright. No part of this document may be reproduced, copied, or translated into other languages without prior written consent from eMachines, Inc. and Aesbus Knowledge Solutions. eMachines, Inc. and Aesbus Knowledge Solutions shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained here
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 3 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM first things first thank you for purchasing our notebook! You’ve made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. We’re sure that you’ll be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new notebook. Each and every eMachines notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are provided with the best product possible. Please read this m
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 4 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started eMachines Customer Care eMachines is committed to delivering a great computer experience — not only with an exciting line of affordable performance products, but with friendly and knowledgeable people who stand behind them. We work hard to make your eMachines experience easy. And that means giving you great choices, making products simple to set up and operate right out of the box, and being there to support y
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 5 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM first things first how to contact us When you need help or information, or want to get in touch with us, first try our website. If you don’t find what you need on the Web, just give us a call! on the Web To begin with, you may want to go to our home page at http://www.emachines.com. On our home page, you can learn about eMachines as a company, learn about the other products that we make, and navigate to our primary Customer Car
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 6 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started by telephone Our call center team is highly trained and ready to help answer your questions, troubleshoot any problems, or direct you to other service options if necessary. Our goal is to solve your problem on the first call, so you can get back to enjoying your eMachines notebook. To speak with a support representative, call the phone number for your country: United States: 1-801-401-1419 6 a.m. to 10 p.m (PST),
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 7 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM first things first help tools We’ve developed this book and its companion poster to help you learn about your notebook and how to use it, but other tools are also available. The provided quick setup poster includes all of the steps you need to get started. This user’s guide provides detailed information about your notebook and basic instructions for its use and care. Online help is included in the software preloaded on your note
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 8 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started basic care and safety Your notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for information technology equipment safety. To ensure safe use of your notebook: ❂ Read and follow all safety instructions marked on the notebook and in this guide before you use your notebook. Retain this information for future use. ❂ Always set your notebook on a stable work surface. ❂ Do not use your notebook near water or
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 9 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM first things first ❂ Do not obstruct the air vents on the notebook or use it on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The air vents are necessary for proper airflow and cooling of your notebook. If these air vents are blocked, your notebook may overheat. ❂ Do not work for long periods with the notebook resting on your lap. The air vents may become blocked, causing the temperature of the notebook to increase to a point whe
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 10 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started ❂ This notebook contains an internal, lithium battery-powered, real-time clock. Only an authorized service technician should replace this internal battery. There is a risk of explosion and injury if the battery is incorrectly replaced or handled. Do not disassemble, crush or puncture the battery, short its external contacts, immerse it in water, or dispose of it in fire. ❂ If any of the following situations occur
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 11 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM contents first things first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 eMachines Customer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 before you contact us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 how to contact us . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 help tools . . . . . . . . . . .
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 12 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 charging your battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 initial charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 subsequent charges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 managing your
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 13 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started 1 Your eMachines notebook has been designed so that you can set it up quickly and start using it right away. We’re going to walk you through each of the following steps as you use your notebook for the first time: ❂ installing the included battery pack ❂ connecting the power adapter ❂ opening the notebook ❂ turning it on! These start-up procedures are described in detail on the quick setup poster, but for your
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 14 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started 2. Turn your notebook right-side up and connect the AC power adapter to the notebook and a wall outlet. A yellow status light on the front-center of your notebook will light up, indicating that the battery is being charged. For more information about status lights, see chapter 3, “using your notebook.” Use only the AC adapter and power cord that were shipped with your notebook. Using a different AC adapter or po
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 15 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started 3. Open your notebook: Slide the latch on the front of the notebook to the right 1 and, at the same time, lift the top panel 2. Adjust the position of the display to a comfortable viewing angle. 15
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 16 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started 4. Press the power button at the top right of the keyboard area to turn on your notebook. A blue light bar to the right of the power button lights up, showing you that your notebook is on. As your notebook starts up, you’ll see the eMachines logo. When you turn on your notebook for the first time, you will be prompted to enter some setup information. The process is simple. Just read the questions on the screen a
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 17 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started 5. To turn off your notebook, do the following: a. Exit all programs you may have opened. Important: Always save open documents and files before turning off your notebook. b. From the Windows desktop, click Start 1 > Turn Off Computer 2. c. At the prompt, click Turn Off 3. When the blue power bar goes off, your notebook is completely powered down. 17
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 19 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM quick tour 2 Before you begin using your eMachines notebook, let’s look at it from different views and tour its basic features. This chapter looks at your notebook from the following views: ❂ open ❂ left side ❂ right side ❂ back ❂ bottom This chapter provides a quick overview of the external features on your notebook. As you begin using your notebook, refer to chapter 3, “using your notebook,” for more detailed information on
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 20 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM getting started open To begin with, look at your opened notebook and locate its main features. 1 display 5 power and battery status lights 2 quick action buttons and 6 system status lights power button 3 touchpad 7 keyboard area 4 speakers 20
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AACR53700001K4.book Page 21 Friday, September 5, 2003 1:52 PM quick tour left side 1 modem port 5 PC Card eject button 2 Ethernet/network port 6 PC Card slot 3 microphone connector 7 hard drive 4 headphone connector 21
