Emachines Notebooks Manuale Utente

User’s Guide

getting started10❂This notebook contains an internal, lithium battery-powered, real-time clock. Only an authorized service technician should replace t

11first things first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3eMachines Customer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

getting started12battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47charging your battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13Your 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 th

getting started142. 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 f

15getting started3. 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

getting started164. Press the power button at the top right of the keyboard area to turn on your notebook.As your notebook starts up, you’ll see the e

17getting started5. To turn off your notebook, do the following:a. Exit all programs you may have opened. b. From the Windows desktop, click Start 1 &

19Before you begin using your eMachines notebook, let’s look at it from different views and tour its basic features. This chapter looks at your notebo

getting started20openTo begin with, look at your opened notebook and locate its main features.1 display 5 power and battery status lights2 quick actio

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21quick tourleft side1 modem port 5 PC Card eject button2 Ethernet/network port 6 PC Card slot3 microphone connector 7 hard drive4 headphone connector

getting started22right side1 Kensington lock slot 3 CD/DVD eject button2 CD/DVD drive 4 CD/DVD manual eject buttonAACR53700001K4.book Page 22 Friday

23quick tourback1 printer port 5 USB ports (3)2 external monitor (VGA) port6 air vents3 S-Video (TV out) 7 AC power connector4 FireWire (1394) port (o

getting started24bottom1 mini-PCI 4 battery release button2 air vents 5 battery3 memory Do not obstruct the air vents. They are necessary for proper a

25In this chapter, we’ll discuss all of the basics you need to know when using your notebook, including: ❂ using the power button❂ using the touchpad❂

getting started26using the power buttonYour power button has three uses:❂ turn on: If the notebook is off, press the power button to turn it on.❂ turn

27using your notebookusing the touchpadThe built-in touchpad includes all the functionality of a traditional mouse. Just like a mouse, the touchpad le

getting started28scrollingIn some applications, you can drag your finger up or down on the scroll zone to roll the display up or down.tappingA unique

29using your notebookusing the keyboardIn addition to full-sized keys, your keyboard includes special function keys and a numeric keypad.Familiarize y

getting started30See the following table for definitions of the special function keys.To use a special function key, press and hold down the Fn key, p

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31using your notebooknumeric keypadTo lock in the numeric keypad, press Fn +. To unlock in the numeric keypad, press Fn + again. When the numeric key

getting started32using quick action buttonsSeven buttons are located along the top right of the keyboard area. These buttons are used to launch progra

33using your notebookinterpreting status lights 1 AC power on: AC power is connectedoff: AC power is not connected2 caps lock on: caps lock onoff: not

getting started34using the displayThis section discusses the most common display-related tasks you may need to perform, including:❂ cleaning the displ

35using your notebookadjusting the resolutionYour notebook is already set to the optimal resolution for your display. If you use an external monitor o

getting started363. If you want to change the settings for the TV, click Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display. Click the S

37using your notebookusing CDs and DVDsYour notebook includes a combination CD-RW/DVD drive. This drive can be used to store and transport data, to pl

getting started38caring for and handling discsWhen handling CDs and DVDs, touch only the center and outside edges. Touching the reflective surface of

39using your notebooklistening to audio CDsTo play an audio CD:1. Insert your CD into the CD/DVD drive.Wait a moment for your notebook to recognize th

getting started40viewing DVDsIt’s fun, convenient, and easy to watch a DVD on your notebook! 1. Insert your DVD into the CD/DVD drive.Wait a moment fo

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41using your notebookcreating CDsYour notebook comes with an integrated CD-RW drive, which allows you to create your own music and data CDs. The infor

getting started423. Select Copy to CD or Device from the list of options on the taskbar.4. Above the title bar on the Music to Copy side of the window

43using your notebookcreating a data CDThis section walks you through the process of creating a data CD, which consists of the following basic steps:❂

getting started44d. In the File and Folder Tasks area of the screen, select Copy this folder (or Copy this file, depending on your selection).e. Selec

45using your notebook3. After you have selected and assembled all of the items that you want, you are ready to copy the files to the CD.a. Click the i

47You can use your notebook on either battery or AC power. Your choice of power source depends on your preference and the availability of AC power. Wh

getting started48charging your batteryAn installed battery will automatically recharge whenever the notebook is connected to an AC power source. To e

49batterymanaging your battery consumptionBattery operating time depends on the software applications you are using and your Windows power-related sys

getting started50battery charge iconWhenever your notebook is using battery power, a battery icon is displayed in the system tray. Pay close attention

51batterywarning messages and alarmsIf you are running on battery power and the charge gets low, your notebook will display warning messages and sound

5first things firsthow to contact usWhen you need help or information, or want to get in touch with us, first try our website. If you don’t find what

getting started52The following tabs are available in the Power Options Properties window.power schemes A power scheme is a group of basic power-use se

53batteryrecalibrating your batteryWe recommend recalibrating your battery several times a year, or more often if you frequently use your battery. If

getting started545. After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your notebook to AC power. 6. Charge the battery completely, until the yellow b

55Read this chapter when you need to upgrade or replace your:❂ battery ❂ memory❂ hard drive assemblyAll user-replaceable components are accessed from

getting started56battery To remove and install a battery:1. Power off your notebook and close the display. Disconnect all cables, including the AC pow

57upgrades and replacements4. To insert a new battery pack, hold the battery label side down and at an angle, as shown.Slide the connector end of the

getting started58memoryTo remove and install a memory module:1. Power off your notebook and close the display. Disconnect all cables, including the AC

59upgrades and replacements4. To remove an existing memory module, gently press outward on the retaining clips on both sides of the memory module 1 un

getting started605. To insert a new memory module, hold the memory module at a 45-degree angle and insert it into the empty memory slot 1. Gently pres

61upgrades and replacementshard drive assemblyYour notebook includes one high-capacity, industry-standard, 9.5-mm IDE hard disk drive. This hard drive

getting started6by telephoneOur call center team is highly trained and ready to help answer your questions, troubleshoot any problems, or direct you t

getting started623. To remove an existing hard drive assembly, first remove the hard drive retaining screw 1. Then, grasp the hard drive and slide the

63If you ever need to restore your notebook to its original configuration, use the restore CDs that were shipped inside the box with your notebook. Th

getting started645. The following message is displayed: Caution: All data in the hard drive will be lost! Back up your files before proceeding. Are yo

65Your notebook and its preinstalled software are designed to be trouble free. However, if you do encounter problems, this chapter may help you solve

getting started66battery and power Q My battery charge icon is not accurate or a battery charge does not last as long as I think it should. What shou

67troubleshootingkeyboard and touchpad Q My notebook is not responding to the keyboard or the touchpad. How do I enable tapping on my touchpad?A You

getting started68Q My cursor jumps to a different location on the display or does not respond at all. What’s wrong?A It is probably one of two thing

69troubleshootingdisplay brightness and resolutionQ My display is blank. What’s wrong?A It could be several things:❂ Your notebook may be “Sleeping.

getting started70sound and volumeQ There is no sound coming from my notebook. What’s wrong?A The volume is turned down too low or is muted.Do the fo

71troubleshootingprinterQ My notebook is connected to a printer, but it’s not working. What should I do?A Try the following:❂ Make sure that the pri

7first things firsthelp toolsWe’ve developed this book and its companion poster to help you learn about your notebook and how to use it, but other too

73United States Federal Communications Commission NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devic

getting started74wireless communicationsThe transmitting antenna must not be operated with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies w

75appendixEuropean NoticeProducts with the CE Marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by t

getting started76telephone0141-9512461To identify this product, refer to the model number found on the product.Canadian NoticeThis Class B digital app

77appendixU.S. Regulations Governing the Use of ModemsThis equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On this equipment is a label that contain

getting started78U.K. Modem Compliance InformationThis modem is approved by the secretary of state at the Department of Trade and Industry for connect

79appendixThis modem is approved for use in only the following functions:❂ storage of telephone numbers for retrieval by a predator mined code❂ initia

getting started80notebook specificationsdimensionsdepth: 10 in (254 mm)width: 13.8 in (352 mm)operating temperature50°F to 90°F (10°C to 35°C)shipping

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getting started8basic care and safety Your notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for information technology equipment safety.To

9first 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