eMachines EL1320, EM001 manual

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You see an “Unable to locate host” message and are unable to browse the Internet

•This problem can occur when you have typed a URL (Web address) incorrectly, you have lost your Internet connection, or your ISP is having technical difficulties.

•Double-check the URL or try a different URL. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, then reconnect and open the browser. If you still get the error, your ISP may be having technical difficulties.

Connecting to a Web site takes too long Many factors can affect Internet performance:

•The condition of the telephone lines in your residence or at your local telephone service

•The condition of the Internet computers to which you connect and the number of users accessing those computers

•The complexity of graphics and multimedia on Web pages

•Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having multiple programs open on your computer

People are sending you e-mail messages, but you have not received any mail

•Click the receive button in your e-mail program.

•Make sure that your account with your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Contact your ISP for technical support.

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Contents User Guide Page Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortProduct servicing Energy Star Disposal instructionsFinding your comfort zone Tips and information for comfortable useTaking care of your vision Page Contents Viii Chapter Product Registration About this guideComponent Icon Description FrontBack Hdmi Setting Up and Getting Started Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain Working safely and comfortablyProtecting from power source problems Preparing power connectionsChecking the voltage selection Connecting a dial-up modem Connecting to a broadband modem or networkUsing the World Wide Web Connecting to a Web site Downloading files Using a router Wired Ethernet networkingEthernet networking Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit EthernetEquipment you need for a router-based Ethernet network Making sure your broadband connection works Important Setting up wired Ethernet network hardwarePage Router WAN port Configuring the TCP/IP protocol Testing your networkEstablishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroupSharing drives and printers Adding a printer to your networkSharing resources Click Advanced Sharing, then click Share this folder Creating a shortcut to a network drive Using the networkViewing shared drives and folders Printing files across the network Opening files across the networkCopying files across the network Troubleshooting First steps TroubleshootingAudio Add-in cardsCD or DVD drives DVD drivesPage Hard drive Expansion cards File management Page See also Modem dial-up on InternetPage Memory KeyboardModem dial-up Memory card readerModem cable or DSL Help Page Monitor Mouse Optical disc drives NetworksPage Power PasswordsPrinter Sound Recovering your system Driver and application backup disc Creating recovery discsRecovering pre-installed software and drivers Returning your system to its factory condition Recovering from within Windows OSRecovering from your recovery discs Recovering from the hard drive during startupBefore calling Customer Care Telephone supportSelf-help See the troubleshooting section of this chapterAppendix a Operation conditions FCC noticeRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Laser compliance statement Radio device regulatory notice General Digital audio output statementDeclaration of Conformity Article 3.1b EMC Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Page V09A3