eMachines EL1320 - Manual

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vii Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer . . . 1 About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Back . . . ....

Contents viii Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Expansion cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 File management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer 2 About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your model of computer. Some illustrations in this guide may look different than your computer because hardware options and port locations may vary. Product Regi...

3 Front Component Icon Description DVD/CD drive Use this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. Memory card read...

Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer 4 Back Important Your computer’s hardware options and port locations may vary from this illustration. Component Icon Description Kensington lock slot (optional) Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock. Voltage switch The switch is preset at th...

7 Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it is perpendicular to your line of sight, and the top ...

Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 8 Preparing power connections Protecting from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your computer and perip...

9 Checking the voltage selection The power supply , a component built into your computer, provides power to the system board, add-in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply’s voltage selection for your location is typically set at the factory, but you can change it to match the electrical se...

Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network You can connect your computer to a cable or DSL ( broadband ) modem or to a wired Ethernet network. To connect to a broadband modem or to an Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the networ...

11 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. (The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.) 3 If you want, you can connect a telephone to the PHONE jack on the modem on the back of your computer. Using the World Wide Web The World Wide Web is a multimedia ...

Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 12 Connecting to a Web site After you set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you can access the many information sources on the World Wide Web. To connect to a Web site: 1 Connect to your Internet account.2 Depending on the method you use...

13 Downloading files Downloading is the process of transferring files from a computer on the Internet to your computer. To download files or programs from a Web site: 1 Connect to your Internet account.2 In the address bar, type the address of the Web site that contains the file or program you want ...

Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 14 Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking An wired Ethernet network consists of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable. This connection type is commonly used in offices around the world and can be used to build computer net...

Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 16 When buying your router, be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: • Internet security features, such as a firewall, to protect your network from unwanted intruders • 4-port switch to eliminate the need for additional network ha...

19 Establishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroup Make sure that you have set up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). If you are setting up a wired network, make sure that you have connected the network cabling. Configuring the TCP/IP ...

Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 20 Adding a printer to your network Instead of plugging a printer into each of your computers, you can add a printer to your network. To add a printer to the network, do one of the following: • Connect your printer to your networked computer, then share the ...

Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 22 Using the network After the drives and printers on each network computer are shared, you can: • View shared drives and folders • Map a network drive • Open and copy files stored on other network computers • Print documents on network printers Viewing shar...

23 3 Click × to close the window. Opening files across the network To open files across the network: 1 Start the program for the file you want to open.2 Click File , then click Open . 3 Browse to the network drive that contains the file you want to open. 4 Double-click the folder containing the file...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 26 Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card • Shut down and restart your computer. • Make sure that you have installed the required software. For more information, see the documentation that came with your add-in card. Audio See “Sound” on page 42 . CD o...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 28 Expansion cards The computer does not recognize an expansion card • Shut down and restart your computer. • Make sure that you have installed the required software. For more information, see the documentation that came with your expansion card. File management A file was...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 30 You see a “Non-system disk” or “disk error” error message • Your hard drive may have become damaged. Internet See also “Modem (dial-up)” on page 33 . You cannot connect to the Internet • If you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the modem cable is plugged into th...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 32 Keyboard The keyboard does not work • Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in correctly. For more information, see the poster that came with your computer. • Remove all extension cables and switch boxes. • Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can of air with a...

33 You see a “Not enough memory” error message • Close all programs, then restart your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do not appear in the My Computer window • Reboot your computer. Modem (cable or DSL) • See the documentation that came with your modem for addit...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 36 The modem is not recognized by your computer • Make sure that the line connected to the modem is working and plugged into the appropriate port on your computer. See your setup poster to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. • If the modem shares the t...

37 • Make sure that the monitor cable is connected to the video port on the back of your computer. • Check the cable for bent or damaged pins. • Reinstall the device driver. • Connect a monitor that you know works to your computer. The color is not uniform • Make sure that the monitor warms up for a...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 38 The mouse works erratically • If the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer display or becomes difficult to control precisely, cleaning the mouse will likely improve its accuracy. • Clean the mouse by wiping the bottom with a clean, damp cloth. Make...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 40 • DVDs and DVD drives contain regional codes that help control DVD title exports and help reduce illegal disc distribution. To be able to play a DVD, the disc’s regional code and your DVD drive’s regional code must match.The regional code on your DVD drive is determined...

41 Printer The printer will not turn on • Make sure that the printer is online. Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to press. • Make sure that the power cable is plugged into an AC power source. The printer is on but will not print • Check the cable between the printer and ...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 42 Sound You are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the speakers are turned on. • Make sure that the volume controls are turned up. • Make sure that mute controls are turned off. • If you are using external speakers, see the speaker setup poster to check ...

43 Recovering your system You can solve most computer problems by following the information in “Troubleshooting” on page 24 or in the technical support pages at www.emachines.com . Problem solving may also involve reinstalling some or all of the computer’s software (also called recovering or restori...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 44 Creating recovery discs If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system and factory-loaded software and drivers. To reinstall using discs, you must create the set of recovery discs b...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 46 Returning your system to its factory condition In case your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you may need to reinstall everything to return your system to its factory condition. You can reinstall using either your hard drive or th...

47 4 Click OK . The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive. This process may take a while, but a eMachines Recovery Management screen shows you its progress. When the recovery has finished, a dialog box prompts you to restart your comp...

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting 48 4 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the on-screen prompts to complete the recovery. Telephone support Before calling Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow these recommendations before contacting Customer Care: ...

51 FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can...

Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices 52 Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU cou...

53 Notice for New Zealand 1 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warra...

Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices 54 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTCAUTION: INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. Digital audio output statement The optical connector contains no laser or light emitting diode (LED) more than Class I. Radio device regulatory notice Note: Below ...

En gl ish Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, TaiwanContact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, e-mail:[email protected] And, Acer Europe SAVia Cantonale, C...

En gl ish Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including int...