eMachines EM001, EL1320 manual Tips and information for comfortable use, Finding your comfort zone

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Note: The statement above is applicable only to eMachines system with an ENERGY STAR sticker.

eMachines ENERGY STAR qualified products:

•Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates.

•Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after 10 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively.

•Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse.

•Computers will save more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode.

ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S. marks

Tips and information for comfortable use

Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury.

Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may appear in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:

•numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation

•aching, soreness or tenderness

•pain, swelling or throbbing

•stiffness or tightness

•coldness or weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department.

The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

Finding your comfort zone

Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips:

•refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture

•avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward

•stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles

•take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders

•avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders

•install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach

•if you view your monitor more than your documents, place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain

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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 Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networkingUsing a router 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 Establishing your Ethernet network connection Testing your networkConfiguring the TCP/IP protocol 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 stepsCD or DVD drives Add-in cardsAudio 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
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