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eMachines EL1200 Series manual Thank you for purchasing our computer, Using the eMachines Web site

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Chapter 1: Getting Help

Chapter 1: Getting Help

Thank you for purchasing our computer!

You have made an excellent decision choosing eMachines. We are sure that you will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new computer. Each and every eMachines computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are provided with the best product possible. Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with your computer’s software features.

eMachines stands behind our value proposition to our customers—to provide best-of-class service and support in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at affordable prices. If you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you with fast, considerate service.

We sincerely hope that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from your new eMachines computer for years to come.

Thanks again, from all of us at eMachines.

Using the eMachines Web site

eMachines’ online support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. Visit the eMachines Web support site at www.emachines.com/.

Using Help and Support

Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your eMachines computer.

To start Help and Support:

1Click (Start), then click Help and Support. Help and Support opens.

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You can find help information by clicking a general topic under Find an answer, selecting an option under Ask someone, or picking a category from Information from Microsoft. You can also search for a topic.

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eMachines EL1200 Series manual Thank you for purchasing our computer, Using the eMachines Web site, Using Help and Support

Contents

Desktop PC User Guide Page Contents Chapter 2 Using WindowsChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Chapter 1 Getting HelpBluetooth networking Chapter 5 Networking Your ComputerChapter 6 Protecting your computer Chapter 7 Customizing WindowsNotices Contents Getting Help Using the eMachines Web site Using Help and Support Using online helpChapter Using the eMachines Web site Using Help and SupportThank you for purchasing our computer Chapter 1 Getting HelpGetting help for Windows Media Center Using online helpContacting eMachines Chapter 1 Getting Help Using Windows Using the Windows desktop Working with files and foldersSearching for files Working with documents Shortcuts ChapterUsing the Windows desktop Desktop elementsDescription Chapter 2 Using WindowsShortcut Using the Start menuHelp Adding icons to the desktop Identifying window itemsChapter 2 Using Windows HelpClicking the close button closes the active window or program Window itemDescription Working with files and folders Viewing drivesCreating folders Chapter 2 Using WindowsHelp Copying and moving files and foldersShortcut Deleting files and folders Chapter 2 Using WindowsUsing the Windows Search Searching for filesHelp HelpUsing advanced search options Browsing for files and foldersChapter 2 Using Windows HelpWorking with documents Creating a new documentSaving a document HelpOpening a document Printing a documentChapter 2 Using Windows HelpHelp ShortcutsDo this Chapter 2 Using Windows Using the Internet and Faxing Learning about the Internet Setting up an Internet accountUsing the World Wide Web Using e-mail Using Windows Fax and Scan Sending a fax Receiving and viewing a faxChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Setting up an Internet accountLearning about the Internet Using the World Wide Web Accessing your Internet accountConnecting to a Web site HelpUsing e-mail Downloading filesSending e-mail Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingUsing Windows Fax and Scan Checking your e-mailSending a fax HelpChapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing 3 If you have never sent a fax on this computer before, click New Fax on the toolbar. The Fax Setup window opensPage Setting up your cover page template Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingCanceling a fax Faxing a scanned document or from programsReceiving and viewing a fax Chapter 3 Using the Internet and FaxingUsing Windows Media Center Playing and Creating Media FilesPlaying music and movies Creating audio files and music libraries Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating and copying data discsPlaying music and movies Playing audio and video filesChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files ShortcutPlaying an optical disc using Windows Media Player Playing optical discsHelp ShortcutChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files 4 If the disc is not already playing, click playCreating audio files and music libraries Creating music filesRecording audio files HelpCreating WMA and MP3 music files Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesBuilding a music library Editing track informationCreating a music CD using Windows Media Player Creating music CDs and video DVDsCreating a music CD Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesCreating a video DVD using Windows DVD Maker Creating a video DVD6 Click Next. The Ready to burn disc dialog box opens Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files4 Click Add items. The Add Items to DVD dialog box opens Help Creating and copying data discsCreating a data disc Using Windows Media Center Starting Windows Media CenterChapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files 1 Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Media Center. - OROnline Media lets you play online games Using the Media Center remote control ButtonsFunctions Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media FilesChapter Introduction to Networking Ethernet networking Bluetooth networkingNetworking Your Computer Wired Ethernet networking Using a routerIntroduction to Networking Ethernet networkingEquipment you need for a router-based Ethernet network 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click SystemSetting up wired Ethernet network hardware Chapter 5 Networking Your ComputerWireless Ethernet networking Wireless Ethernet standards Using an access pointEquipment you need for an access point-based network Access pointSetting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Establishing your Ethernet network connectionNaming the computers and the workgroup 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click SystemConfiguring the TCP/IP protocol Connecting to a wireless Ethernet networkChapter 5 Networking Your Computer HelpTo connect to your wireless Ethernet network 1 Click Start, then click Network. The Network window opensTesting your network Wireless securityAdding a printer to your network Sharing resourcesView a network drive Open and copy files stored on other network computersPrint documents on network printers Sharing drives or folders To share drives or folders 1 Click Start, then click ComputerUsing the network Viewing shared drives and foldersCreating a shortcut to a network drive Opening files across the networkBluetooth networking Copying files across the networkPrinting files across the network 3 Click Bluetooth DevicesHelp 5 Under Personal Area Network, click Bluetooth Network ConnectionChapter 5 Networking Your Computer Chapter Hardware security Data security Security updatesProtecting your computer Startup and hard drive password Hardware securityData security Kensington lock slotUsing Norton Protecting your computer from virusesRemoving viruses and spyware HelpChapter 6 Protecting your computer 2 At the top of the window, click Tasks. The Tasks window opens3 Click Run Scans. The Choose Scans window opens 4 Click the type of scan you want to run, then click GoUpdating your virus and spyware definitions To update your virus and spyware definitions1 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet 3 At the top of the window, click Tasks. The Tasks window opensUsing Windows Security Center Modifying security settingsChapter 6 Protecting your computer 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then Click SecuritySecurity updates Windows UpdateHelp 1 Click Start, Control Panel, then click SecurityScheduling automatic updates BigFix3 Click Windows Update Chapter 6 Protecting your computerChanging screen settings Changing system sounds Changing mouse settings Adding and modifying user accountsChanging power-saving settings Changing accessibility settings Setting up parental controlsChanging screen settings Changing color depth and screen resolutionChapter HelpChanging the appearance of windows and backgrounds Help Selecting a screen saverChapter Changing gadgets Chapter Using a gadget’s control panelConfiguring the gadget Sidebar Setting up multiple monitors ShortcutChanging system sounds ChapterChanging mouse settings Adding and modifying user accountsUser account tips HelpHelp ChapterTo add, delete, or modify user accounts Changing power-saving settings Changing the power planHelp ShortcutChapter 6 Click Save changesChanging accessibility settings Using the Ease of Access CenterChapter Setting up parental controlsUsing voice recognition Filtering Internet access Chapter Restricting game accessScheduling computer and Internet use 3 Click Set game ratings. The Game Restrictions dialog box opens Chapter Restricting specific programsCreating activity reports Trademark acknowledgments NoticesAll Rights Reserved Chapter Index Page Page Page Page MAN ECOOPER USR GDE 11/08