Passwords, Power, Printer | eMachines EL1300 guide

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting

Passwords

Your computer does not accept your password

•Make sure that CAPS LOCK is turned off, then retype the password.

Power

Your computer will not turn on

•Make sure that the power cord is connected to an AC power source and to your computer, and that your computer is turned on.

•If your computer is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that the surge protector is connected securely to an electrical outlet, turned on, and working correctly. To test the outlet, plug a working device, such as a lamp, into the outlet and turn it on.

•Make sure that the power cord is free from cuts or damage. Replace any damaged cables.

Printer

The printer will not turn on

•Make sure that the printer is online. Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to press.

•Make sure that the power cable is plugged into an AC power source.

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Contents

User Guide Page Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Product servicing Iii Disposal instructions Tips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your vision Page Contents Viii Chapter About this guide Front Back Hdmi Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain Preparing power connections Protecting from power source problems Checking the voltage selection Connecting to a broadband modem or network Connecting a dial-up modem Using the World Wide Web Connecting to a Web site Downloading files Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networkingUsing a router Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Equipment you need for a router-based Ethernet network Setting up wired Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important Setting Up and Getting Started Router WAN port Establishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroup Configuring the TCP/IP protocol Testing your network Adding a printer to your network Sharing resourcesSharing drives and printers Or drive to uncheck the box Click Apply, then click OK Using the network Viewing shared drives and folders Creating a shortcut to a network drive Opening files across the networkCopying files across the network Printing files across the network Setting Up and Getting Started Troubleshooting Troubleshooting First steps CD or DVD drives Add-in cardsAudio DVD drives Troubleshooting Expansion cards File managementHard drive Troubleshooting Internet See also Modem dial-up on Troubleshooting Keyboard Memory Memory card reader Modem cable or DSLModem dial-up Page Troubleshooting Page Monitor Mouse Networks Optical disc drivesPage Passwords PowerPrinter Page Sound Recovering your system Creating recovery discs Recovering pre-installed software and drivers Recovering from within Windows OS Returning your system to its factory condition Recovering from the hard drive during startup Recovering from your recovery discs What is Labelflash? Creating Labelflash Disc LabelsCreating disc labels with LabelPrint Page Troubleshooting Page JPG/JPEG TIF/TIFF BMP GIF Label side of most discs is the least shiny side Telephone support Before calling Customer Care Self-help Troubleshooting Appendix a FCC notice Operation conditions Modem notices Declaration of Conformity for EU countries List of applicable countries Laser compliance statement LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Radio device regulatory notice General European Union EU FCC RF safety requirement Appendix a Regulations and safety notices