eMachines EL1200 Series manual Using Windows Fax and Scan, Checking your e-mail, Sending a fax

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5Type the subject of your e-mail in the Subject box.

6Type the e-mail message.

Tip

Most e-mail programs let you attach files, such as photographs, to your e-mail. For more information, see the help for your e-mail program.

7When finished, click Send. Your e-mail is sent over the Internet to the e-mail address you specified.

Checking your e-mail

Help

For general information about using e-mail, click Start, then click Help and Support.

Type e-mailin the Search Help box, then press ENTER.

To check your e-mail using Windows Mail:

1Connect to your Internet service provider.

2Click (Start), then click E-Mail. Your default e-mail program opens.

3Click Send/Receive.

4Double-click the message you want to read.

Tip

To protect your computer from viruses, check any e-mail attachments using antivirus software. For more information, see “Protecting your computer from viruses” on page 59.

For more information about managing and organizing your e-mail messages, see the online help in your e-mail program.

Using Windows Fax and Scan

Windows Fax and Scan comes pre-installed with Windows Vista Business, Enterprise, or Ultimate Editions. Windows automatically detects the optional built-in fax modem. You can connect your computer to one local fax modem, although you can connect to multiple fax servers or devices on a network. If you are not sure whether your computer has a built-in fax modem, check the hardware information that came with your computer. If you have an external fax modem, follow the manufacturer's instructions for attaching it to your computer. Make sure that the modem is turned on before proceeding.

Your fax cover page, on which you can include all required information, is set up when you prepare to send the first fax from this computer.

You cannot send or receive a fax using a cable or DSL modem by following these instructions. Many Internet services exist that let you send or receive faxes using a broadband connection.

Your dial-up modem cable must be installed before you can send and receive faxes. You cannot use your standard telephone modem to connect to the Internet while sending and receiving faxes.

Sending a fax

Windows Fax and Scan lets you send and receive faxes using your dial-up modem.

To send a fax:

1Click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Fax and Scan. Windows Fax and Scan opens.

2If Windows Fax and Scan is in Scan view, click Fax in the lower left corner of the window.

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Contents Desktop PC User Guide Page Contents Networking Your Computer Iii Contents Chapter Tip Using the eMachines Web site Using Help and SupportThank you for purchasing our computer Getting help for Windows Media Center Using online helpContacting eMachines Getting Help Using Windows Help Using the Windows desktopShortcut Using the Start menuIdentifying window items Adding icons to the desktopWindow item Description Creating folders Working with files and foldersViewing drives Copying and moving files and folders Deleting files and folders Searching for files Using the Windows SearchBrowsing for files and folders Using advanced search optionsSaving a document Working with documentsCreating a new document Printing a document Opening a documentDo this ShortcutsUsing Windows Using the Internet and Faxing Learning about the Internet Setting up an Internet accountConnecting to a Web site Using the World Wide WebAccessing your Internet account Downloading files Using e-mailSending e-mail Click Create MailChecking your e-mail Using Windows Fax and ScanSending a fax Click Send/ReceiveUsing the Internet and Faxing Page Setting up your cover page template Faxing a scanned document or from programs Canceling a faxReceiving and viewing a fax Playing and Creating Media Files Playing audio and video files Playing music and moviesPlaying optical discs Playing an optical disc using Windows Media PlayerIf the disc is not already playing, click play Recording audio files Creating audio files and music librariesCreating music files Creating WMA and MP3 music files Editing track information Building a music libraryCreating a music CD Creating a music CD using Windows Media PlayerCreating music CDs and video DVDs Creating a video DVD Creating a video DVD using Windows DVD MakerPlaying and Creating Media Files Creating a data disc Creating and copying data discsStarting Windows Media Center Using Windows Media CenterPage Buttons Functions Using the Media Center remote controlNetworking Your Computer Introduction to Networking Wired Ethernet networkingEthernet networking Networking terms you should knowEquipment you need for a router-based Ethernet network Click System and Maintenance, then click SystemMaking sure your broadband connection works Setting up wired Ethernet network hardwareWireless Ethernet networking Equipment you need for an access point-based network Wireless Ethernet standardsUsing an access point Naming the computers and the workgroup Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardwareEstablishing your Ethernet network connection Connecting to a wireless Ethernet network Configuring the TCP/IP protocolPage Wireless security Testing your networkAdding a printer to your network Sharing resourcesPage Viewing shared drives and folders Using the networkCreating a shortcut to a network drive Opening files across the networkPrinting files across the network Bluetooth networkingCopying files across the network Help Protecting your computer Hardware security Startup and hard drive passwordData security Kensington lock slotRemoving viruses and spyware Using NortonProtecting your computer from viruses Protecting your computer Updating your virus and spyware definitions Click Start, Control Panel, then Click Security Using Windows Security CenterModifying security settings Windows Update Security updatesBigFix Scheduling automatic updatesClick Windows Update Customizing Windows Low 8-bit = 256 colors Medium 16-bit = 65,500 colors Changing screen settingsChanging color depth and screen resolution To change the Windows desktop background Changing the appearance of windows and backgroundsSelecting a screen saver Changing gadgets Configuring the gadget Sidebar Using a gadget’s control panelSetting up multiple monitors Changing system sounds User account tips Changing mouse settingsAdding and modifying user accounts To add, delete, or modify user accounts Changing the power plan Changing power-saving settingsClick Save changes Using the Ease of Access Center Changing accessibility settingsUsing voice recognition Setting up parental controlsFiltering Internet access Scheduling computer and Internet use Restricting game accessPage Creating activity reports Restricting specific programsTrademark acknowledgments All Rights ReservedChapter Index See DVD HD-DVD Sending fax Page MAN Ecooper USR GDE 11/08
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