eMachines EM001, EL1320 manual About this guide, Product Registration

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Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer

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 Registration

When using your computer for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as:

Faster service from our trained representatives

Membership in the eMachines community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys

The latest news from eMachines

Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!

How to Register

During the initial startup of your notebook or desktop, a window will invite you to register. Please fill in the mandatory fields and click Next. The second window you'll see contains optional fields that will help us to provide you with a more personable customer service experience.

Another Option

Another way to register your eMachines product is to visit our website at http://registration.emachines.com. Choose your country and follow the simple instructions.

After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with important data that you should keep in a safe place.

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Contents User Guide Page Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsProduct servicing Disposal instructions Energy StarTips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zoneTaking care of your vision Page Contents Viii Chapter About this guide Product RegistrationFront Component Icon DescriptionBack Hdmi Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strainPreparing power connections Protecting from power source problemsChecking the voltage selection Connecting to a broadband modem or network Connecting a dial-up modemUsing the World Wide Web Connecting to a Web site Downloading files Wired Ethernet networking Using a routerEthernet networking Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit EthernetEquipment you need for a router-based Ethernet network Setting up wired Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works ImportantPage Router WAN port Testing your network Configuring the TCP/IP protocolEstablishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroupAdding a printer to your network Sharing resourcesSharing drives and printers Click Advanced Sharing, then click Share this folder Using the network Viewing shared drives and foldersCreating a shortcut to a network drive Opening files across the network Copying files across the networkPrinting files across the network Troubleshooting Troubleshooting First stepsAdd-in cards AudioCD or DVD drives DVD drivesPage Expansion cards File managementHard drive Page Internet See also Modem dial-up onPage Keyboard MemoryMemory card reader Modem cable or DSLModem dial-up Help Page Monitor Mouse Networks Optical disc drivesPage Passwords PowerPrinter Sound Recovering your system Creating recovery discs Driver and application backup discRecovering pre-installed software and drivers Recovering from within Windows OS Returning your system to its factory conditionRecovering from the hard drive during startup Recovering from your recovery discsTelephone support Before calling Customer CareSee the troubleshooting section of this chapter Self-helpAppendix a FCC notice Operation conditionsRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Laser compliance statement Digital audio output statement Radio device regulatory notice GeneralDeclaration of Conformity Article 3.1b EMC Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Page V09A3