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eMachines EL1200 Series User's Manual

1. JOE System and Maintenance Windows Update v 4 Search 2 Check for updat ANAR Windows Update with Windows Ultimate Extras Change settings View update history Restore hidden updates Total 1 important update Updates frequently asked Install updates updates questions Always install the latest updates to enhance your computer s View available updates security and performance Learn about Windows Ultimate Extras E There are no Windows Ultimate Extras available No new Windows Ultimate Extras are available for your computer at this time Please check back regularly to take full advantage of Windows Ultimate Extras as more offerings are added Most recent check for updates Today at 9 40 AM Updates were installed Today at 9 35 AM Failed View update history You have Windows set to Automatically install new updates every day at 3 00 AM recommended You receive updates For Windows only Q Get updates for more products See also Security Center Installed Updates 63 Chapter 6 Protecting your computer A Click e Install Updates to download and install updates on your computer These updates include security updates e Install Extras to download additional Windows software for your computer Pg Help For more information about Windows Update click Start then click Help and Support Type Windows update in th
2. 3 Click Set game ratings The Game Restrictions dialog box opens 4A Click the level of games you want allowed then click OK The settings are saved WWW emachines com GU User Controls Game Controls Game Restrictions Control which types of games Billy can play If a game has no rating can Billy play it Allow games with no rating Block games with no rating Which ratings are ok for Billy to play The Entertainment Software Rating Board defines these ratings EARLY CHILDHOOD EVERYONE language fy EVERYONE 10 language and or minimal suggestive themes TEEN strong language EN MATURE v gt Search Titles rated EC Early Childhood have content that may be suitable for ages 3 and older ong Titles in this category contain no material that parents would find inappropriate Titles rated E Everyone have content that may be suitable for persons ages 6 and older Titles in this category may contain minimal violence some comic mischeif and or mild Titles rated E10 Everyone 10 and older have content that may be suitable for ages 10 and older Titles in this category may contain more cartoon fantasy or mild violence mild Titles rated T Teen have content that may be suitable for persons ages 13 and older Titles in this category may contain violent content mild or strong language and or OK Cance gt To restrict specific games Click
3. Disconnect OOOO 3 Click Connect to a network on the left of the window The Connect to a network dialog box opens P Connect to a network Disconnect or connect to another network Unsecured network Set up a connection or network Open Network and Sharing Center 51 Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer A Click a network then click Connect IF you can see the network name but you cannot connect to it your network is using security Right click on the network then click Properties Modify the security settings to match the settings you set on your access point a Wireless security For information on wireless security refer to the documentation that came with your access point Pg Help For more information about wireless network security methods click Start then click Help and Support Type wireless network security methods in the Search Help box then press ENTER Testing your network Now that your home network is set up log onto one of your computers and access a favorite Internet Web site IF you are unable to connect to the Internet e Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet then click Network and Sharing Center Select Diagnose and Repair on the left of the window Take any actions suggested e IF you are using a wired Ethernet network check all physical cable connections e Make sure that your router or access point is plugged in and compare the status lights on the front
4. Recycle Bin 6 deleting files and folders 12 emptying 13 recovering files and folders 12 remote control Windows Media Center 42 removing files and folders 6 12 13 17 renaming files and folders 17 resolution changing screen 66 restoring files and folders 12 router configuring 50 example network 44 setting up 46 47 using 44 S saving documents 15 scheduling computer use 80 screen adjusting settings 66 resolution 71 saver 68 screen saver changing 68 Search utility 13 searching for files and folders security BigFix 64 data 58 hardware 58 lock slot 58 Norton 360 59 13 14 password 58 user accounts 58 Windows Security Center 62 Windows Update 63 wireless Ethernet 52 serial number 3 Shared Documents folder 73 sharing drives 53 folders 53 printer 54 shortcuts adding to desktop 8 closing programs 17 closing windows 17 copying 17 deleting files and folders 17 keyboard 17 pasting 17 renaming files and folders 17 selecting adjacent items in list 17 selecting items in list 17 switching between files folders or programs 17 Sidebar configuring 70 gadgets 70 software See programs sound changing system 72 scheme 72 Sound Recorder recording audio 33 speech recognition 78 Start button 6 Start menu 7 starting programs 7 subnet mask 44 entering 50 support using 2 system identification label 3 T taskbar 6 TCP IP protocol configuring 50 telephone
5. All shared drives and folders are listed E Creating a shortcut to a network drive After a shortcut is created on a computer for a drive or folder on another computer the contents of the drive or folder can be accessed as if the drive were attached directly to the computer For example a shortcut is created on computer 2 to the Documents folder on computer 1 To access the Documents folder on computer 1 from computer 2 double click the shortcut icon gt To map a network drive 1 Locate the drive or folder by completing the steps in Viewing shared drives and folders on page 54 2 Right click the drive or folder then click Create Shortcut A shortcut is created for the drive or folder and the icon for the shortcut is placed on your desktop 3 Click x to close the window E Opening files across the network gt To open files across the network 1 Start the program for the file you want to open 2 Click File then click Open 3 Browse to the network drive that contains the file you want to open 4 Double click the folder containing the file then double click the file E Www emachines com Copying files across the network gt To copy files across the network 1 Click Start then click Computer The Computer window opens Browse to the network drive that contains the file you want to copy Browse to the file you want to copy Right click the file then click Copy ul Aa W N Right click the folder whe
6. Internet 20 ISP 20 user 73 Windows user 58 adding user accounts 73 address e mail 22 Web 21 AU file playing 30 audio playing 30 recording file 33 audio CD adding tracks to library 35 editing track information 35 playing 31 AVI File playing 30 B background changing Windows 67 BigFix 64 Bluetooth network 55 installing device 55 installing printer 55 personal area network 55 Blu ray Disc playing 31 broadband Internet connection 20 46 49 browser Web 20 21 browsing for files and folders 14 C cable modem 20 44 46 CD adding tracks to library 35 creating audio 36 creating data 39 editing track information 35 playing music 31 clipboard 11 close button 9 closing program 9 17 window 9 17 color changing scheme 67 depth 66 high contrast scheme 77 computers naming 49 configuring router 50 TCP IP protocol 50 connecting to Internet 21 to Web site 21 connections monitor VGA 71 projector 71 VGA 71 copying files across network 55 files and folders 11 17 text and graphics 17 creating data disc 39 desktop icon 8 desktop shortcut 8 document 15 folder 10 MP3 file 34 music file 34 video DVD 37 WMA file 34 customizing 65 cutting files and folders 11 D deleting files and folders 6 12 17 desktop adding icon 8 adding shortcut 8 adjusting settings 66 changing background 67 changing color scheme 67 extending 71 selecting screen saver 68 using 6 using Start me
7. When you set up a user account you can also limit the programs that a user can install or run a GO User Accounts and Family Safety User Accounts Manage Accounts v gt Search 2 Choose the account you would like to change Documentation aa Guest Administrator Guest account is off Password protected Create a new account What is a user account Additional things you can do Set up Parental Controls Go to the main User Accounts page a Help For more information about Windows user accounts click Start then click Help and Support Type user accounts in the Search Help box then press ENTER WWW emachines com Protecting your computer from viruses A virus is a program that attaches itself to a file on a computer then spreads from one computer to another Viruses can damage data or cause your computer to malfunction Some viruses go undetected for a period of time because they are activated on a certain date Protect your computer from a virus by e Subscribing to Norton 360 for regular virus and spyware protection updates e Using Norton 360 to check files and programs that are attached to e mail messages or downloaded from the Internet e Checking all programs for viruses before installing them e Disabling macros on suspicious Microsoft Word and Excel files These programs will warn you if a document that you are opening contains a macro that might have a virus e Making sure that
8. canceling fax 27 installing Windows Fax and Scan 23 receiving and viewing faxes 27 87 sending fax 27 sending fax from program 27 sending scanned image fax 27 setting up Fax cover page template 27 testing network 52 text to speech 78 title bar 9 transferring Files from Internet 22 U un sharing drives 53 Folders 53 updating device drivers 2 Norton 360 61 Windows 63 user accounts adding in Windows 73 deleting 73 switching in Windows 73 V VGA port 71 video playing 30 viewing Shared drives 54 Shared folders 54 virus protecting against 59 removing 59 voice recognition 78 W WAN 44 WAV file playing 30 Web browser 20 21 Web page 21 Web site 21 connecting to 21 downloading files 22 eMachines 2 wide area network WAN 44 window 8 changing colors 67 close button 9 closing 9 17 maximize button 9 menu bar 9 minimize button 9 88 Index title bar 9 Windows changing background 67 clipboard 11 Search utility 13 user accounts 58 Windows DVD Maker 37 Windows Fax and Scan 23 Windows Media Center 40 help 3 Starting 40 Windows Media Player building music library 35 creating MP3 34 creating music files 34 creating WMA files 34 editing tack information 35 playing audio CD 31 playing audio file 30 playing Blu ray Disc 31 playing DVD 31 playing HD DVD 31 playing optical disc 31 viewing video file 30 Windows Security Center icon 6 using 59 Windows Update 63 wired Ethern
9. 26y eae ou wen he ie ine 6 Pewee eee 13 Browsing for files and folders cece cece eee e eee e eee eenes 14 Working with GOCUMERIS 02 i4x20rbecweineativeniuderrekeeree ee bayeeceuead 15 Creating a NeW document a cg220cibdecircaciStastideisisaawiva tees 15 SAVING a GOCUMENU sasan ean a tinct ates aes 8 Os ba ced end odes 15 Openinga GOCUMENE see nee h n ehahd warhead tats wena theres 16 Printing a GOCUMERE x a2 serrie raa E E E aai 16 SHOMCULS pesene E diode E E E E a es 17 Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing sscsssossoosooosoo 19 Learning about the INLemMeti s dos ciusnktaeetSaveceavesdovess beceaayeeshres 20 Setting up an Internet account 2si4 00 0cc sees ca nseawes ead du Hs ou Coo ee ee he 20 Accessing your Internet account ccc cece cee eee cnet eee eaes 21 Using the World Wide Web 0 cc ccc cece cece nen e eee ee eenes 21 Connecting to a Web Sie i5 6 0466 5 34 4 04640445 04404040 dsb E a r 21 DOWNIGAGING MICS cette cn es Settee eae cet a iael eE 22 Using e MIle aa a 4 6 beac hs devisa Beiter die Bieta ts Seater ogee eeen ie ees ae 22 Sending e Mall raderen re cme catia etek aanay away sam aennaa bes mee a 22 CHECKING vour CHIEN siete 24 escent GG dation se ea eae tee 23 Using Windows Fax and Scan cc cece eee ene ence eee ene eeeeenees 23 Sendinga aX ache fe ieee e eree daa ee avemlecw an oe a a 23 Setting up your cover page template cece cee cee eens 26 Faxing a sca
10. Balanced Energy savings 999 Change when the computer Change plan settings Performance 999 sleeps Power saver Energy savings 0000 Change plan settings Performance High performance Energy savings 99 Change plan settings Performance 0000 See also Personalization User Accounts 2 Click a power plan default plans shown e Balanced uses several energy saving features while maintaining reasonable performance and convenience e Power saver maximizes energy savings but reduces performance and convenience e High performance maximizes performance but reduces energy savings 3 To change a power plan click Change plan settings change the settings you want then click Save changes 75 Chapter 7 4A To change advanced power settings click Change plan settings Change advanced power settings 3 Power Options Advanced settings then choose settings that reflect how you want your Select the power plan that you want to customize and computer to manage power Change settings that are currently unavailable Balanced v Additional settings Require a password on wakeup Setting No Hard disk Wireless Adapter Settings Sleep USB settings Power buttons and lid PCI Express Processor nower mananement m Restore plan defaults 5 Change the settings you want
11. Media Files Playing music and movies Creating audio files and music libraries Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating and copying data discs Using Windows Media Center Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Playing music and movies Playing audio and video files Windows Media Player can play several types of audio and video files including WAV MIDI MP3 AU AVI and MPEG formats For more information about using Windows Media Player click Help gt To play a file using Windows Media Player FN Shortcut Start A Computer A find the file A double click the file 1 Click Start All Programs then click Windows Media Player Windows Media Player opens 2 Click Library then double click the media file you want to play r D Windows Media Player Online Stores Now Playing Library 1 w HE wv Search 2 ce a Playlists Album Title Length Rating Contributing dd gt Music Library gt Songs Cj Zeis Playlist Aaron Goldberg 4 is ae Worlds 7 OAM s Blues 4 26 WU Aaron Goldbe E Recently Added Aaron Goldberg R Artist Jazz d Album 2006 2 Songs Genre m en Aisha Duo oe of t Le Sep 11 Despertar 5 07 WWW I Aisha Duo Aisha Duo 17 Amanda 4 06 UTY Aisha Duo E USB2FlashStorage Jazz 2005 Andrew Lloyd Webber F The Phantom ofthe 1 Overture 2 47 USUS jIndrew Lloyd A T Andrew Lloyd Webber 2 Think of Me 3 40 WSLS
12. New Edit Delete 25 Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing 11 Highlight your location then click Edit The Edit Location dialog box opens Edit Location s General Area Code Rules Calling Card BB ooon ane Specify the location from which you will be dialing Country region Area code United States 208 Dialing rules When dialing from this location use the following rules To access an outside line for local calls dial To access an outside line for long distance calls dial Use this camier code to make long distance calls Use this camer code to make intemational calls F To disable call waiting dial Dial using Tone Pulse 12 Complete the location information then click OK You are returned to the Dialing Rules dialog box 13 Click OK The New Fax dialog box opens 14 Enter scan or attach the fax information you want to send then click Send E Setting up your cover page template You can create your own cover page template that you can use in place of the cover page templates that Windows Fax and Scan provides for you To create a cover page template you use the Fax Cover Page Editor On this template you insert information fields that automatically import values you enter in both the Send Fax Wizard and the Fax Configuration Wizard when you send your fax gt To set up your fax cover page template 1 Click Start All P
13. TCP IP which is widely accepted and compatible for local area networks LANs as well as for Internet communications When networking is set up in Windows Vista TCP IP is automatically installed as the default protocol Using a DHCP server In order to use the TCP IP protocol on a computer with a router or access point router the protocol must be set to Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server This is typically preset when you receive your computer Configuring your router After you have named your computers and set up TCP IP on them you can configure your router using your Web browser For instructions see your router s documentation Connecting to a wireless Ethernet network Va Important Each computer on your network needs a unique Computer Name All the computers on your network need the same Workgroup Name You may have already named your computer and workgroup the first time you turned on your computer Connecting to your network Wg Help For more information about connecting to your network click Start then click Help and Support Type the following in the Search Help box then press ENTER e Connect to an available network e Manually add a wireless Ethernet network e Connecting to wireless Ethernet network After you have named your computer and workgroup you need to set up the network connection on your computer www emachines com gt To connect to your wireless Ethernet network 1
14. click Help with Ripping Www emachines com Building a music library Use Windows Media Player to build a music library You can organize your music tracks individual MP3 or WMA audio files by categories find a track quickly by sorting and add information to a music file You can add music tracks to your music library by Creating MP3 or WMA files When you create MP3 or WMA files from the tracks on your music CD Windows Media Player automatically adds these files to your music library Dragging and Dropping Drag and drop files from Windows Explorer or your desktop to the music library A Caution During the download process WMA and MP3 files may become corrupt IF you are having trouble playing a downloaded file try downloading the file again Downloading files from the Internet When you are connected to the Internet WMA and MP3 Files that you download are automatically added to your music library Editing track information After you add a WMA or MP3 file to your music library you can edit the track s tags informational fields gt To edit track information 1 2 3 4 Click Start All Programs then click Windows Media Player Windows Media Player opens Click the Library tab Right click the track or album you want to edit then click Advanced Tag Editor The Advanced Tag Editor dialog box opens Advanced Tag Editor Track Info Artist Info Lyrics Pictures Comme
15. files and other folders Files are much like paper documents letters spreadsheets and pictures that you keep on your computer In fact all information on a computer is stored in files GO gt Wendy Documents gt X 4 Search p eee a Name Date modified Type Size Tags Fo d ers E Family letters 11 6 2006 9 10AM File Folder B Tax info 11 6 2006 9 09 AM File Folder E Pictures Shopping list 11 6 2006 9 11 AM Text Document 1KB Files Si To Do List 11 6 2006 9 15 AM Text Document 1KB More Folders Contacts m Desktop E E Documents m Downloads TE Favorites I Links E Music E Pictures m Saved Games Searches E Videos Ji Public jE Computer ey Floppy Disk Driv amp Local Disk C 7 Family letters File Folder Date modified 11 6 2006 9 10 AM 10 Www emachines com gt To create a folder PPS Shortcut Click File A New A Folder A type name 1 Click Start then click Computer on the Start menu 2 Double click the drive where you want to put the new folder Typically Local Disk C is your hard drive and 31 2 Floppy A is your diskette drive if installed 3 Ifyou want to create a new folder inside an existing folder double click the existing folder A Click Organize then click New Folder The new folder is created 5 Type a name for the folder then press ENTER The new folder name appears by the folder icon E For informa
16. l Paste Mt Here Soundtrack 3 Angel of Music 2 43 kkk kk SS I 2004 4 The Mirror 1 59 WT 5 The Phantom of the Op 3 36 WATS 6 The Music of the Night 5 42 WSS 7 Prima Donna 3 29 WSUS 8 AIl T Ask of You 4 54 5 79 Cx O ag bbin e Playback controls Media library 30 Www emachines com 3 Click one of the following to control playback a a a 4 o m ped p Repeat Rewind Fast forward Volume Shuffle Stop Pause Play Mute e Shuffle randomizes the playback order of the files in the playlist e Repeat starts playing the list over again after it reaches the end e Stop stops playback and rewinds the current file to the beginning e Rewind quickly rewinds the current file when you click and hold it or skips to the previous file in the playlist when you click it e Pause Play alternately pauses and resumes playback e Fast forward quickly fast forwards the current file when you click and hold it or skips to the next file in the playlist when you click it e Volume adjusts the volume E Playing optical discs Optical discs are flat discs that use a laser to read and write data CDs DVDs HD DVDs and Blu ray Discs are all optical discs y Important Some music CDs have copy protection software You may not be able to play these CDs on your computer Pg Help For more information about playing optical discs click Start then click Help and Support Type
17. list Browse Check All Uncheck All OK Cancel Click User name can only use the programs allow click the checkbox for each program you want to allow access to then click OK N Tip ae Click Check All then click to uncheck the checkboxes of the programs you want to restrict access to Creating activity reports gt To create a report of a user s computer and Internet use 1 2 382 Click Start Control Panel then under User Accounts and Family Safety click Set up parental controls for any user The Parental Controls dialog box opens Click the user account to create a report for then click View activity reports The activity report is displayed The activity report includes such information as e Top 10 Web sites visited e Most recent 10 Web sites blocked e File downloads e Applications run e Logon times Notices Www emachines com Copyright 2007 Gateway Inc All Rights Reserved 7565 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form without prior consent in writing from Gateway The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate However changes are made periodically These changes are incorporated in newer publication editions Gateway may improve and or change pro
18. microphone into one of the microphone jacks on your computer For the location of the microphone jacks see your computer s Reference Guide 2 Click Start All Programs Accessories then click Sound Recorder The Sound Recorder opens A Sound Recorder Start Recording 0 00 00 3 Click Start Recording then speak or make other sounds into the microphone 33 34 Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files 4 When you finish recording click W Stop Recording The Save As dialog box opens x AJ Save As f WwW c DAN E Users David Documents y 4 Search File name Untitled Save as type Window Media Audio File Artists Specify contributing art Album Specify album 5 Type a name for the recording specify the file type and location where you want to save the recording then click Save The recording is saved E Creating WMA and MP3 music files v Important Some music CDs have copy protection software You cannot copy tracks from copy protected CDs Using Windows Media Player you can copy the tracks from a music CD to your computer s hard drive as WMA or MP3 files WMA and MP3 are methods for digitally compressing high fidelity music into compact files without noticeably sacrificing quality WMA files end in the file extension WMA and MP3 files end in the file extension MP3 gt To create WMA or MP3 files 1 ul A N N Click Start
19. of the remaining items Click the First item in the list press and hold down the SHIFT key then click the last item in the list Click the file or folder then press SHIFT DELETE The file or folder is permanently deleted The file or folder is not stored in the Recycle Bin Click the File or folder press F2 type the new name then press ENTER Press ALT FA Press ALT TAB 17 18 Chapter 2 Using Windows Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Learning about the Internet Setting up an Internet account Using the World Wide Web Using e mail Using Windows Fax and Scan Sending a fax Receiving and viewing a fax Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Learning about the Internet The nternet is a worldwide network of computers linked together to provide information to people everywhere The two most popular services on the Internet are e mail and the World Wide Web You can access this network by connecting your computer to a telephone DSL Digital Subscriber Line or cable television line and signing up with an Internet service provider ISP Internet Servers store information so other computers can Pi access it from the Internet oo e A gt Your computer ISP Servers n connects to the Internet let you connect to the Internet i through an ISP and access your e mail messages IF you want to access the Internet you need e A modem a device that connects your
20. on Pack Download Antispam and Parental Control features or custom scans Begin backing up your files now done for you lately Retrieve files from your backup location E Buy More Storage current diagnostic report Make sure that you dont run out of storage space for your Help amp Support 61 Chapter 6 Protecting your computer 4A Click Check for Updates Your computer downloads and installs the latest virus definitions Norton 360 Sears Norton 360 Current Activity Scans Status LiveUpdate Running Help amp Support i LiveUpdate Connecting Cancel Va Important To update Norton 360 after the subscription period ends you must extend your subscription Using Windows Security Center Windows Security Center helps protect your computer through e A firewall e Automatic Windows updates e Third party virus protection software e Security options in Internet Explorer Modifying security settings gt To modify security settings 1 Click Start Control Panel then Click Security 2 Click Security Center The Windows Security Center dialog box opens BP Windows Update Security essentials ie Gea ki help protect your computer make sure the four security essentials below are marked On or ei Windows Defender Using Windows Security Center Internet Options Get the latest security and virus information online from Microsoft Change the way Security
21. you view using a Web page display program called a browser You can use any of the commercially available Web browsers like Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator Web pages can contain text animations music and other multimedia features A group of related Web pages is called a Web site You can access Web sites to shop track investments read the news download programs and much more You can explore a Web site or visit other Web sites by clicking areas on a Web page called inks or hyperlinks A link may be colored or underlined text a picture or an animated image You can identify a link by moving the mouse pointer over it IF the pointer changes to a hand the item is a link To learn more about using the Web browser features click Help in the menu bar Connecting to a Web site After you set up an account with an Internet service provider ISP you can access the many information sources on the World Wide Web gt To connect to a Web site 1 Connect to your Internet account 2 Depending on the method you use to connect to your Internet account you may need to start your Web browser Click Start then click Internet Your default Web browser opens showing an opening page or welcome screen 3 Togo to a different Web site type the address called a URL for Universal Resource Locator in the browser address bar for example www emachines com then click GO on the browser address bar www gatewa
22. 9 configuring 69 configuring Sidebar 70 using control panel 70 game access restricting 80 Gateway model number 3 serial number 3 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H HD DVD playing 31 help Media Center 3 86 Index online 3 using 2 Help and Support 2 starting 2 hyperlinks 21 Internet account 20 connecting to 21 downloading files 22 filtering 79 requirements to access 20 using 20 Internet Explorer 20 Internet service provider ISP 20 connecting to 21 disconnecting from 20 setting up account 20 IP address 44 entering 50 ISP See Internet service provider K Kensington lock slot 58 keyboard on screen 77 shortcuts 17 L labels model number 3 serial number 3 LAN 44 LCD panel using screen saver 68 links 21 local area network LAN 44 lock slot Kensington 58 M maintenance virus protection 59 mapping network drives 54 maximize button 9 Media Center See Windows Media Center Media Player See Windows Media Player menu bar 9 messages checking e mail 23 sending e mail 22 MIDI file playing 30 minimize button 9 model number 3 modem cable 20 44 46 dial up 20 DSL 20 44 46 monitor color quality 71 controls 66 screen resolution 71 setting up multiple 71 using screen saver 68 mouse changing settings 73 using Magnifier 77 moving files 11 folders 11 MP3 file creating 34 editing track information 35 playing 30 MPEG file See MP3 file multimedia playing audio CD 31
23. All Programs then click Windows Media Player Windows Media Player opens Right click the Rip tab click Format then click Windows Media Audio or mp3 to select the format you want for your music files Insert a music CD into your optical disc drive Click the Rip tab The Rip screen opens Click to clear the check box for any track you do not want to record then click Start Rip Windows Media Player records the tracks to your hard drive A progress bar appears next to each track as it is recorded T Windows Media Player Erima dd gt Music gt The Phantom of the Opera E g vw HE w The Phantom of t Ajbum v Titl Length Rip Stat tributing Artist Audio CD E E The Phantom of th Ei Andrew Lloyd Web 2 Think of Me 3 41 Ripped to library Unknown Artis Soundtrack 5 3 Angel of Music 2 44 Ripped to library Unkn 2004 E 4 The Mirror 1 59 Ripped to library i 5 ThePhantom of the Op 336 ppmmena U W 6 The Music of the Night 5 42 Pending Wi 7 Prima Donna 3 30 Pending V 8 AIl T Ask of You 4 54 Pending wi 9 All I Ask of You Reprise 2 16 Pending V 10 Masquerade 5 32 Pending w 11 Wishing You Were Som 3 43 Pending V 12 ThePointofNoReturn 8 01 ending W 13 Down Once More Track 12 49 Pending W 14 Learn To Be Lonely 2 21 Pending O Stop Rip st ol ae eter o e Ripping 10 tra a4 N Tip ma For more information about ripping music from CDs click the Rip tab then
24. Center alerts me K O See also Backup and Restore 62 WWW emachines com 3 Click e Windows Update to run Windows Update or modify the Windows Update settings e Windows Firewall to prevent outsiders from accessing the information on your computer e Windows Defender to scan your computer for malicious or unwanted software that may have been placed on your computer either from an Internet web site or from other programs that you have installed Internet Options to prevent certain programs from running on your computer that might be found on Web sites Help For more information about Windows Security Center click Start then click Help and Support Type security center in the Search Help box then press ENTER For more information about the Windows Security Center click Get help about Security Center Security updates To keep your computer secure you need to keep Windows and your computer s system software up to date Windows Update IF a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Microsoft creates a high priority Windows update to fix the problem You should update Windows regularly to keep your computer secure gt To update Windows Click Start Control Panel then click Security 1 2 3 Click Security Center The Windows Security Center dialog box opens Click Windows Update Windows checks the Microsoft Web site to see if any updates are available
25. Click Start then click Network The Network window opens J A T Network location L GATEWAY 1E SKID PC skid A SKID PC Category Workgroup Favorite Links Name IE Documents Pictures ly GX7022E PC E Music A DOCUMENTATIO PC More Folders N WE Desktop i YOUR 85DA2FB917 E Documentation Public A Computer Aa MHINGST PC Network i jE DOCUMENTATIO tl GATEWAY 1 GX7022E PC jE MHINGST PC 1 SKID PC jE VOUR 85DA2FB91 Control Panel Recycle Bin a 7 items 2 Click Network and Sharing Center The Network and Sharing Center window opens Or SE Network andIntemet Network and Sharing Center Search na Network and Sharing Center View computers and devices Connect to a network Manage wireless networks i Set up a connection or network s DOCUMENTATIO PC Network 1 This computer Manage network connections Diagnose and repair nscengb Public network Access Local and Internet Connection Wireless Network Connection nscengb atl Signal strength Good l Sharing and Discovery Network discovery On File sharing On Public folder sharing Off Printer sharing Off Password protected sharing On See also Bluetooth Devices echa oon Internet Options Show me all the files and folders I am sharing Show me all the shared network folders on this computer lt p View full map Internet Customize View status
26. DVD Maker Share your memories on a DVD Make a DVD that includes your videos and digital photos that you and others can watch on a TV Windows DVD Maker lets you create a DVD quickly complete with professional looking menus a scene selection page so viewers can easily find what they re looking for and even slide shows using your favorite songs as a soundtrack Don t show this page again Choose Photos and Videos e E ff Windows DVD Maker Add pictures and video to the DVD File Add items tt B DVDbumer Order Name Duration Status b 0 of 150 minutes Disc title 11 20 2006 Options 37 Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files A Click Add items The Add Items to DVD dialog box opens i Add Items to DVD OV di Public Videos 3 Sample Videos 4 Search p mi Organize Be Views i NewFolder ee ey ee Name Date taken Tags i Rating Videos Desktop ie m Recent Places Bear Butterfly Lake Computer Ei E Documents E Pictures Ay Music 4g Recently Changed Searches Public Folders 5 Find and select the videos you want to add to the video DVD then click Add The videos are added to the video list and a graphic in the lower left corner of the window shows you how much disc capacity will be used fo Windows DVD Maker Add pictures and video to the DVD File Add items Remove iterr DVD burner Durati
27. Machines 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 gt To start Help and Support 1 Click Start then click Help and Support Help and Support opens A A amp a8 d 9 Ask Options v Search Help p Find an answer s r e Windows Basics Security and Maintenance Windows Online Help Internet Internet Explorer da E mail Steve 5 D Windows Mail Documents P l Welcome Center e Pictures I i F Windows Mobility Center Table of Contents Troubleshooting What s new Music Lia Windows Meeting Space Search Ask someone a Windows Photo Gallery Recent Items e Use Windows Remote Assistance to get help from a friend or offer help a e Post a question or search for an answer in Windows communities Sie Fortechnical assistance contact Microsoft Customer Support online amp Windows Live Messenger Download More support options Network y Paint Connect T
28. Screen Saver Settings dialog box opens a Screen Saver Settings Screen saver lt minutes 7 On resume display logon screen Power management Conserve energy or maximize performance by adjusting display brightness and other power settings Change power settings Lo cancer 2 Click the Screen saver list then click the screen saver you want to use An example of the screen saver plays on the preview screen e To change the settings for the screen saver click Settings change the settings then click OK a Important If the Settings button is not available you cannot customize the screen saver you selected To see a full screen preview of the screen saver click Preview To change the length of computer inactivity time that passes before the screen saver starts change the number of minutes in the Wait box 3 Click OK Your screen saver changes are applied Pg Help For more information about selecting a screen saver click Start then click Help and Support Type screen savers in the Search Help box then press ENTER 68 Www emachines com Changing gadgets Gadgets are constantly running mini programs that are visible on your Windows desktop They can be moved removed resized and configured according to your preference Although you can position them anywhere on your desktop gadgets are usually visible on the right edge of your screen in the Sidebar Ga
29. Start Control Panel then under User Accounts and Family Safety click Set 1 2 up parental controls for any user The Parental Controls dialog box opens m Click the user account to set up restrictions for then click Games The Game Controls dialog box opens GO Parental Controls User Controls Game Controls v Search yl p Control which types of games Billy can play Can Billy play games Yes 5 No Block or allow games by rating and content types Set game ratings Maximum allowed rating ADULTS ONLY including unrated games Game descriptors blocked None Block or allow any game on your computer by name Block or Allow specific games Always blocked None Always allowed None OU ecu Controls Game Controls Game Overrides v Search Control specific games Billy can and can not play Allowed Ratings E10 EVERYONE 10 T TEEN Ao ADULTS ONLY E EVERYONE Ec EARLY CHILDHOOD M MATURE Denied Descriptors None User Rating Title Rating Status Setting FreeCell c E an play maS Can play TOA Can not play Purble Place E Can play aes Can play bi Solitaire Can play e Always Always Allow Block o OK Cancel 81 Chapter 7 4A Click the level of access you want for each game listed then click OK If the game you want to restrict access to is not shown on the list see Restrict
30. The Media Center Help window opens OR IF you are connected to the Internet click Windows Online Help then type Windows Media Center in the Search Help For box E Using online help IF you are connected to the Internet many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking the Help button on the menu bar and selecting Online Support from the list Available information depends on the particular Help site to which you are taken Many provide FAQs Frequently Asked Questions a search feature articles about their software tutorials and Forums where problems and issues are discussed Chapter 1 Getting Help Chapter 2 Using the Windows desktop Working with files and folders Searching for files Working with documents Shortcuts Using Windows Chapter 2 Using Windows Using the Windows desktop After your computer starts the first screen you see is the Windows desktop The desktop is like the top of a real desk Think of the desktop as your personalized work space where you open programs and perform other tasks ee Help For more information about the Windows desktop click Start then click Help and Support Type Windows desktop in the Search Help box then press ENTER Your desktop may be different from this example depending on how your co
31. a later time 6 Click how you want to receive faxes then click Unblock when the The Security Alert window opens The New Fax window opens m E New Fax File Edit View Insert Format Tools Help Fi Send E Contacts Cover Page Subject 24 WWW emachines com 7 Create your fax then open the Cover Page menu by clicking the arrow and selecting a cover page from the list The Sender Information dialog box opens 8 Type your information in the spaces provided then click OK The New Fax dialog box opens 9 To enter optional dialing rule information click Dialing Rule and select a rule from the menu IF you have not set up a dialing rule select New Rule from the menu The Location Information dialog box opens Location Information Before you can make any phone or modem connections Windows needs the following information about your current location What country region are you in now What area code or city code are you in now If you need to specify a carrier code what is it If you dial a number to access an outside line what is it The phone system at this location uses Tone dialing Pulse dialing Lox cancel _ 10 Type your location information then click OK The Dialing Rules dialog box opens Phone and Modem Options Dialing Rules 774 The list below displays the locations you have specified Select the
32. ach computer Www emachines com After the drives and printers on each network computer are shared you can access them as though they were attached directly to your computer Then you can e View a network drive e Open and copy files stored on other network computers e Print documents on network printers Sharing drives or folders gt To share drives or folders 1 Click Start then click Computer 2 Right click the drive or folder that you want to share then click Share The Properties dialog box opens IF you share a drive the entire contents of that drive will be available to everyone on your network If you share a folder only the contents of that folder will be available to everyone on the network 3 Click the Sharing tab amp Local Disk C Properties me Som General Tools Hardware Sharing Securty Quota Network File and Folder Sharing CA I Not Shared Network Path Not Shared Advanced Sharing Set custom pemissions create multiple shares and set other advanced sharing options Advanced Sharing Password Protection People without a user account and password for this computer can access folders shared with everyone To change this setting use the Network and Sharing Center OK Cancel Click Share OR IF Share is grayed out click Advanced Sharing to set sharing for this drive or folder A Click OK then click Close oO Un sharing dri
33. am check the color depth setting and return it to the highest color setting if necessary Screen resolution is the number of pixels individual colored dots your computer uses to display images on your monitor The higher the resolution the more information and screen components such as icons and menu bars can be displayed on the monitor ee Help For more information about adjusting the screen click Start then click Help and Support Type adjusting monitor settings in the Search Help box then press ENTER gt To change the color depth or screen resolution 1 Click Start Control Panel then under Appearance and Personalization click Adjust Screen Resolution The Display Settings dialog box opens amp Display Settings Monitor Flat Panel Monitor Resolution Colors Low Q High Highest 2bit __ 1280 by 720 pixels How do I get the best display Advanced Settings ox cance 2 To change the color depth click the Colors list then click the color depth you want e Low 8 bit 256 colors e Medium 16 bit 65 500 colors e Highest 32 bit 16 700 000 colors 3 To change the screen resolution drag the Resolution slider to the size you prefer 4A Click Apply If the new settings do not look right click No If the new settings make the screen illegible and you cannot click No the settings return to their previous values after several seconds 5 Click OK then cl
34. art Windows Media Center 1 Click Start All Programs then click Windows Media Center OR Press the Start button on the remote control The first time you start Windows Media Center the Welcome screen opens welcome To get started with Windows Media Center select one of the following setup options e Express setup Custom setup Run setup later Express Setup will allow Windows Media Center t download art and inf nternet and sign y mprovement Program 2 For the easiest setup click Express setup then click OK The Windows Media Center s main screen opens Windows Media Center lelak TV Movies recorded tv play dvd set up tv 40 Www emachines com 3 Use the remote control navigation buttons to select a Media Center menu option then press OK e TV Movies lets you play TV programs you have recorded play a DVD or Blu ray movie or set up your TV tuner card if installed e Online Media lets you play online games e Tasks lets you set up your display and media types shut down or restart your computer burn an optical disc CD or DVD and synchronize with another digital media device such as an MP3 player e Pictures Videos lets you view individual pictures pictures in a slideshow or select movies from your video library e Music lets you select songs from your music library set up and use your FM radio tuner card if installed and play music playlists 4A To exit Windows Media Ce
35. ation click Change desktop background The Choose a desktop background dialog box opens COU Personalization Desktop Background X gt Search p Choose a desktop background Click a picture to make it your desktop background To use a picture that s not listed browse to the picture and double click it How should the picture be positioned Cone 2 Click the Picture Location list then click the location where you want to look for background images If the location you want is not in the list click Browse and locate the drive and folder 3 Click the picture or color you want to use for the background then click OK E 67 Chapter 7 Selecting a screen saver A Caution IF you are using a monitor not a Flat panel display an image may get burned in on your monitor screen if you leave your computer on for long periods of time without using it You should use a screen saver which constantly changes its image to avoid this damage Flat panel displays cannot be damaged with image burn in You can use a screen saver to keep others from viewing your screen while you are away from your computer Windows supplies a variety of screen savers that you can choose from and many more are available from the Internet and as commercial products gt To select a screen saver 1 Click Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization then click Change screen saver The
36. ble for each computer you want to connect to the network XY Cable DSL modem aA Router gt To set up a network using a router 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end into a grounded 110V electrical outlet 2 Turn on your computers 3 Plug one end of a straight through network cable into any numbered port on the router except the WAN port The WAN port is used to connect the router to the DSL or cable modem and is identified by a label or a switch Plug the other end of the cable into the network jack on the computer As each computer is connected to the router the corresponding green indicator should light on the front of the router indicating a good connection 4A Repeat Step 3 for each computer on the network 5 For an Internet connection plug a straight through cable into the WAN port on the router and the other end into the Ethernet jack on the DSL or cable modem Wireless Ethernet networking Wireless Ethernet networking is the latest advance in computer communication With a wireless home network you can set up your computer wherever you like A wireless Ethernet network uses radio waves to communicate Typically a wireless Ethernet network is made up of an access point a cable or DSL modem for Internet access and your wireless computers 47 48 Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer Wireless Ethernet standards Current wireless Ethernet s
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38. ck play Www emachines com 5 Click one of the following to control playback 4 l m a es y 4 O amp pfd o Repeat Rewind Fast forward Volume Shuffle Stop Pause Play Mute e Shuffle randomizes the playback order of the files on the disc e Repeat starts playing the list over again after it reaches the end e Stop stops playback and rewinds the current file to the beginning e Rewind quickly rewinds the current file when you click and hold it or skips to the previous file on the disc when you click it e Pause Play alternately pauses and resumes playback e Fast forward quickly fast forwards the current file when you click and hold it or skips to the next file on the disc when you click it e Volume adjusts the volume Creating audio files and music libraries Creating music Files a Help For more information about making or playing an audio recording click Start then click Help and Support Type recording audio or ripping in the Search Help box then press ENTER You can create several types of audio files for your listening enjoyment including WAV MP3 and WMA files Recording audio files Sound recorder is a simple Windows program that lets you record and play audio files For information about playing audio files see Playing audio and video files on page 30 gt To record an audio file Shortcut Start A All Programs Accessories A Sound Recorder 1 Plug a
39. ck Start then click Help and Support Type desktop icons in the Search Help box then press ENTER You may want to add an icon shortcut to the desktop for a program that you use frequently gt To add icons to the desktop FN Shortcut Start A All Programs A right click program A Send To A Desktop create shortcut 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Right click press the right mouse button the program that you want to add to the desktop 3 Click Send To then click Desktop create shortcut A shortcut icon for that program appears on the desktop Identifying window items Pg Help For more information about windows click Start then click Help and Support Type window in the Search Help box then press ENTER When you double click the icon for a drive Folder File or program a window opens on the desktop This example shows the Local Disk C window which opens after you double click the Local Disk C icon in the Computer window Search box See Close all Maximize Title bar Menu bar SONE gt Computer Local Disk C Irganize Views v Favorite Links Name i Date modified Type Size Minimize E Document B Program Files 10 26 2006 2 42 AM File Folder Ii Users 11 6 2006 8 23 AM File Folder E Pictures IJ Using Windows bitmaps 11 6 2006 9 00 AM File Folder B Music Ji Windows 11 6 2006 8 12AM File Folder More p Windows old 10 30 2006 10 59 Fil
40. computer to other computers or servers using a telephone DSL or cable television line Your computer may have a built in dial up telephone modem Cable and DSL modems connect to your computer through an Ethernet jack and provide a faster connection speed than a standard telephone modem e An Internet service provider a company that provides access to the Internet through an ISP server When you connect to an ISP the ISP server lets you access the Internet and your e mail messages Check your telephone book for a list of Internet service providers available locally e A Web browser a program that displays information from the World Wide Web Microsoft Internet Explorer was included with your computer For more information see Using the World Wide Web on page 21 e An e mail program a program that lets you create send and receive e mail messages over the Internet Microsoft Outlook or Outlook Express was included with your computer For more information see Using e mail on page 22 Setting up an Internet account 20 Before you can view the information on the World Wide Web you need to set up an Internet account with an Internet service provider ISP To set up an ISP service or to transfer an existing account to this computer contact the ISP directly Dial up Internet connections are those using a telephone system to connect to the Internet This may include ordinary analog telephone lines ISDN connections and in som
41. dates for Windows or your programs For more information see our privacy statement online 5 Make your changes to the schedule settings then click OK E BigFix Your computer may include BigFix BigFix monitors your computer for problems and conflicts It automatically gathers information about the latest bugs security alerts and updates from BigFix sites on the Internet Whenever BigFix detects a problem it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon To fix the problem click on that icon to open BigFix 64 Chapter 7 Customizing Windows Changing screen settings Changing system sounds Changing mouse settings Adding and modifying user accounts Changing power saving settings Changing accessibility settings Setting up parental controls Chapter 7 Changing screen settings Adjusting the color depth and screen area are two of the most basic display settings you may need to change You can also adjust settings such as the screen background and screen saver Changing color depth and screen resolution 66 Color depth and screen resolution are two of the most basic monitor settings you may need to change to suit your needs Color depth is the number of colors your computer uses to display images on your monitor Most images look best displayed with the maximum number of colors available If the color in your images seems false or jumpy especially after you have played a game or run a video intensive progr
42. dgets can include e Clocks and timers e News feeds weather forecasts and stock tickers e Slide shows and puzzles e Calendars and contact lists e Sticky notes gt To add a gadget 1 Click the at the top of the Sidebar or right click in an empty area of the Sidebar and click Add Gadgets The gadget selection window opens Pagel of 1 cP Calendar Clock Contacts CPU Meter Currency Feed Headlines JS a Ho Notes Picture Puzzle Slide Show Stocks Weather x Show details Get more gadgets online 2 Click the gadget you want then drag it to the Sidebar NY Tip aa To shop online for more gadgets click Get more gadgets online To delete a gadget right click the gadget then click Close Gadget E gt To configure a gadget 1 Inthe Sidebar right click the gadget then click Options The gadget s configuration window opens Clock name Time zone Current computer time E Show the second hand I Change computer date and time OK Cancel 2 Make the changes you want then click OK Your changes are saved E 69 Chapter 7 Using a gadget s control panel Some gadgets have built in control panels that you can use to control their behavior gt To use a gadget s control panel 1 In the Sidebar hold the mouse pointer over the gadget The gadget s built in control panel appears on the gadget Slideshow gadget shown 2 Click the cont
43. ducts described in this publication at any time Due to continuing system improvements Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual For the latest product updates consult the Gateway Web site at www gateway com In no event will Gateway be liable for direct indirect special exemplary incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual even if advised of the possibility of such damages In the interest of continued product development Gateway reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any time without notices or obligation Trademark acknowledgments Gateway eMachines and the Black and White Spot Design are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway Inc in the U S and other countries Intel Intel Inside logo and Pentium are registered trademarks and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation Microsoft MS MS DOS and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation All other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies 83 84 Chapter 7 Index A access point setting up 49 using 48 accessibility high contrast color scheme 77 Magnifier 77 Narrator 77 on screen keyboard 77 Settings 77 accessing Shared drives 54 Shared files 54 Shared folders 54 accounts
44. e Folder Folders v p Windows old 000 11 6 2006 7 55AM File Folder BOOTSECT BAK 11 6 2006 8 06 AM BAK File 8 KB Ml Desktop m Wendy Ji Public j l Computer e Floppy Disk Dr amp Local Disk C amp l DVD Drive D _ es Removable Dis J a Removable Dis es Removable Dis es Removable Dis jovable Dis Www emachines com Every program window looks a little different because each has its own menus icons and controls Most windows include these items Window item Description g amp gt Computer Local Disk C gt v 4 Search p The title bar is the horizontal bar at the top of a window that shows the window title sarh e A The Search box lets you search for a word or phrase in the current window Clicking the minimize button reduces the active window to a button on the taskbar Clicking the program button in the taskbar opens the window again i Clicking the maximize button expands the active window to fit the entire computer display Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to its former size Clicking the close button closes the active window or program By Organize v 32 Views Clicking an item on the menu bar starts an action such as Print or Save Chapter 2 Using Windows Working with files and folders You can organize your files and programs to suit your preferences much like you would store information in a file cabinet You can store thes
45. e Search box then press ENTER Scheduling automatic updates Use the Windows Security Center to schedule automatic updates Windows can routinely check for the latest updates for your computer and install them automatically gt To schedule automatic updates 1 Click Start Control Panel then click Security 2 Click Security Center The Windows Security Center dialog box opens 3 Click Windows Update 4 Click Change Settings The Change Settings dialog box opens 3g Ex Gv 2 Windows Update Change settings v gt Search 2 Choose how Windows can install updates When your computer is online Windows can automatically check for important updates and install them using these settings When new updates are available you can also install them before shutting down the computer Understanding Windows automatic updating LV Install updates automatically recommended Install new updates Every day z at 3 00 AM X Download updates but let me choose whether to install them Check for updates but let me choose whether to download and install them x Never check for updates not recommended z Your computer will be more vulnerable to security threats and performance problems without the latest updates Recommended updates V Include recommended updates when downloading installing or notifying me about updates Note Windows Update might require an update before you can install up
46. e additional desktop space to accommodate additional windows gt To use a projector or additional monitor 1 Turn off your computer 2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into the secondary monitor port on your computer For the location of the monitor port on your computer see the setup poster or your Reference Guide 3 Plug the projector s or monitor s power cord into an AC power outlet then turn it on 4 Turn on your computer Windows recognizes the new hardware and searches for its driver You may need to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer s Web site 5 After the driver is installed click Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization Personalization then click Display Settings The Display Settings dialog box opens Shortcut Right click an empty space on the desktop Personalize Display Settings r Display Settings Monitor Drag the icons to match your monitors Identify Monitors Ee 1 Multiple Monitors on NVIDIA GeForce 7600 GS Microsoft Corporation v This is my main monitor Extend the desktop onto this monitor Resolution Colors Low J High Highest G2 bit 1680 by 1050 pixels Advanced Settings x cae av 6 Right click the second monitor icon labeled 2 click Attached then click Apply 7 Adjust properties such a
47. e cases ADSL over PPP or other technologies Because dial up connections are designed to be temporary connections to the Internet dial up charges with both your telephone company and Internet service provider often increase the longer you connect to the Internet To minimize the cost for dial up Internet service we suggest that you only connect to the Internet during your e mail and Web browsing session then disconnect when you are finished Your Internet service provider can provide instructions on how to connect to and disconnect from the Internet Cable and DSL modems a connection known as broadband use your cable television or special telephone lines to connect to your ISP and access the Internet In many instances broadband is considered an always connected service With this type of service your cost is the same regardless of the amount of time you use your Internet connection Www emachines com Accessing your Internet account a Help For general information about using Internet accounts click Start then click Help and Support Type ISP in the Search Help box then press ENTER The method you use to access your Internet account varies from ISP to ISP Contact your ISP for the correct procedure Using the World Wide Web The World Wide Web is a multimedia window to the Internet that gives you access to millions of information sources Information on the Web comes to you on Web pages which are electronic documents that
48. e eens 80 Restricting game ACCESS cin ewicarsad ariel ele teeta oss Peuad ans 80 Restricting specific PrograMs cc cece cee cece eee eee e eens 82 Creating activity reports 0 ccc cece cece tence eee n eens 82 NORICE of ctaties cette ete E Casa emanate mewn nde ate ah aaa eee 83 Contents Chapter 1 Getting Help e Using the eMachines Web site e Using Help and Support e Using online 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 e
49. e files in folders and copy move and delete the information just as you would reorganize and throw away information in a file cabinet Viewing drives a Help For more information about files and folders click Start then click Help and Support Type files and folders in the Search Help box then press ENTER Drives are like File cabinets because they hold files and folders A computer almost always has more than one drive Each drive has a letter Usually Local Disk C for the hard drive You may also have more drives such as a CD or DVD drive gt To view the drives folders and files on your computer 1 Click Start then click Computer E a OW 2 gt Computer gt X 4 Search p m Views v System properties gf Uninstall or changea program Map network drive gt 7 z Favorite Links Name Type Total Size Free Space Hard Disk Drives 1 E Documents Hard drive E ee I Music 23 3 GB free of 37 2 GE Local Disk C More Devices with Removable Storage 1 Folders M Disc drive f E DVD RW Drive D ma Vesktop S Documentation Ji Public jE Computer amp Local Disk C 43 DVD RW Drive D Network Control Panel E Recycle Bin DOCUMENTATIO PC Workgroup WORKGROUP Processor Genuine Intel R CPU T2300 1 66GHz Memory 504 MB 2 Double click the drive icon E Creating folders Folders are much like the folders in a file cabinet They can contain
50. edium Time Limits Off Game Ratings Off Program Limits Off r OU Parental Controls User Controls Web Restrictions v 4 Search Which parts of the Internet can Billy visit Block some websites or content Allow all websites and content Allow and block specific websites Edit the Allow and block list E Only allow websites which are on the allow list Block web content automatically Choose a web restriction level High Medium blocked How does the web filter work F Block file downloads Read the privacy statement None Custom Medium level block unratable content and web content in the following categories mature content pornography drugs hate speech and weapons Not all content in these areas can be automatically To control access to specific websites add the website to the Allow and block list Go to the Site Review website to give feedback on website categorization 4 Specify the settings you want to use for this user then click OK The settings are saved 19 Chapter 7 Scheduling computer and Internet use gt To schedule the times a user can access the Internet 1 2 3 Click Start Control Panel then under User Accounts and Family Safety click Set up parental controls for any user The Parental Controls dialog box opens Click the user account to schedule for then click Time limits The Time Restrictions dialog box o
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52. elete For instructions on how to select multiple files and folders see Shortcuts on page 17 IF you cannot find the file you want to delete see Searching for files on page 13 2 Click Organize then click Delete Windows moves the files and folders to the Recycle Bin Oo gt To recover files or folders from the Recycle Bin 1 Double click the Recycle Bin icon on your Windows desktop The Recycle Bin window opens and lists the files and folders you have thrown away since you last emptied it 2 Click the files or folders that you want to restore For instructions on how to select multiple Files and folders see Shortcuts on page 17 3 Click Restore Windows returns the deleted files or folders to their original locations E WWW emachines com gt To empty the Recycle Bin Caution Emptying the Recycle Bin permanently erases any files or folders in the bin These files cannot be restored 1 Double click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop The Recycle Bin window opens Click Empty the Recycle Bin Windows asks you if you are sure that you want to empty the bin 3 Click Yes Windows permanently deletes all files in the Recycle Bin Pg Help For more information about emptying the Recycle Bin click Start then click Help and Support Type emptying the Recycle Bin in the Search Help box then press ENTER Searching for files IF you are looking for a particular file or folder or a set of file
53. emachines Desktop PC User Guide Contents Chapter 1 Getting Help essssccssoocssooossooosoooosoooooooo Thank you for purchasing our computer 0 ccc cece cence eens 2 Using the eMachines Web site ccc ccc eee eect eens ee eeneee 2 USING eID dNG SUDDOLE serseri eda eieaa teak wudat aides tieat ade E E ESE 2 Contacing eMachines esseri lt xmach ee iscdeg Atetend da ered a ou Ate ba Oe Re opal wen alas 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 0 cece cece eee teenies 3 USING Onine MNCIDY 2 4 8 ia oetens oe bGA a a oe bein oe aaa eae ae wees 3 Chapter 2 Using Windows ssssssessoosooosoosooosoosooosooos D Using the Windows desktop cece cece cece eee eee n ete e eee eeneee 6 SING EG SE Ie ICI Oe seese spades te oceiee y acne aacgarecnt wre T 7 Adding icons to the desktop cc cece cece ete c cece ceceeceeeses 8 Identifying window itemS 64s vs200 06004 0e0 aseesa See ti nee tineatie weeds 8 Working with files and folders cece ccc cece eee ence eee tee eeeee 10 VIEWING QNIVES s4 5 4c ei cami toeese bist bib red et othe ee eats 10 creatino Folder 26725 aig b de hb yc h ee hardened aaeeedeeeid 10 Copying and moving files and folders 0 cc ccc ee cence neces 11 Deleting fil s and folders 22 itevetidveta arene aysacerece eiere rinon eaii 12 SEANCA TOF PICS 263 74 Se ye ates tat Ste att bee a eeae Oe daa tds bee 13 Using the Windows Search 41 4044
54. en keyboard by clicking them with your mouse e Start Narrator reads on screen text and describes graphics e Set up High Contrast changes the Windows color scheme to use high contrast colors You can also use the Ease of Access Center to e Use the computer without a display mouse or keyboard e Make the computer display easier to see e Make the mouse and keyboard easier to use e Use text or visual alternatives for sounds E 77 Chapter 7 Using voice recognition You can attach a microphone to your computer and configure Windows to create typed text from your voice gt To set up voice recognition 1 Click Start Control Panel Ease of Access then click Speech Recognition Options The Speech Recognition Options window opens GO amp Ease of Access gt Speech Recognition Options v 4 Search Ee EEE ESE UTES Configure your Speech Recognition experience Text to Speech 8 Start Speech Recognition Start using your voice to control your computer Set up microphone Set up your computer to work properly with Speech Recognition DO lt Take Speech Tutorial Learn to use your computer with speech Learn basic commands and dictation p O Train your computer to better understand you Read text to your computer to improve your computer s ability to understand your voice Doing this isn t necessary but can help improve dictation accuracy Open the Speech Reference Card SP View and print a
55. ess 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 gt To send a fax 1 Click Start All Programs then click Windows Fax and Scan Windows Fax and Scan opens 2 If Windows Fax and Scan is in Scan view click Fax in the lower left corner of the window 23 Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing 3 Ifyou have never sent a fax on this computer before click New Fax on t
56. et network 44 equipment needed 45 example 44 installing cards 46 installing drivers 46 setting up 46 wireless Ethernet network 47 connecting to 50 equipment needed 48 installing cards 49 installing drivers 49 security 52 setting up 49 WMA file creating 34 editing track information 35 playing 30 Wordpad 15 workgroup naming 49 World Wide Web WWW 21 downloading files 22 MAN ECOOPER USR GDE 11 08
57. functions such as selecting and dragging w Double click speed Double click the folder to test your setting If the folder does not open or close try using a slower setting Speed Slow g Fast id ClickLock E Tum on ClickLock Settings Enables you to highlight or drag without holding down the mouse button To set briefly press the mouse button To release click the mouse button again 2 Change the settings you want You can Switch the left and right buttons Change the double click speed Change the pointer appearance and speed Change the mouse wheel actions 3 Click OK to save your changes Adding and modifying user accounts You can create and customize a user account for each person who uses your computer You can also change between user accounts without turning off your computer User account tips e f you want to create an account for someone but you do not want that user to have full access to your computer be sure to make that account limited Remember that limited accounts may not be able to install some older programs e Files created in one account are not accessible from other accounts unless the files are stored in the Shared Documents folder The Shared Documents folder is accessible from all accounts on that computer and from other computers on the network Chapter 7 gt To add delete or modify user accounts 1 Click Start Control Panel then under User Accounts and Family Safet
58. h Help box then press ENTER You can start programs open files customize your system get help search for files and folders and more using the Start menu gt To use the Start menu Shortcut Start A All Programs A 1 Click Start on the lower left of the Windows desktop The Start menu opens showing you the first level of menu items Internet Internet Explorer E mail Windows Mail Pa wal Welcome Center o Windows Media Player a Windows Photo Gallery Ry Windows Anytime Upgrade amp Windows Live Messenger Download EN Windows Calendar g Windows Meeting Space Gc Windows Easy Transfer Y Paint Control Panel Default Programs gt All Programs Help and Support E Start Search p 0 o le 2 Click All Programs to see all programs files and folders in the Start menu If you click an item with a folder icon the programs files and subfolders appear Default Programs E Internet Explorer E Windows Calendar B Windows Contacts k l Windows Defender amp amp Windows Live Messenger Download Bl Windows Mail E Windows Media Player Windows Meeting Space a Windows Movie Maker ta Windows Photo Gallery amp Windows Update B Accessories B Extras and Upgrades Games B Maintenance d Startup 3 Click a file or program to open it E Chapter 2 Using Windows Adding icons to the desktop ee Help For more information about the desktop icons cli
59. he toolbar The Fax Setup window opens a Fax Setup Choose a fax modem or server To send and receive faxes you need to connect to a fax modem or server gt Connect to a fax modem Ihave a modem that is built in or connected to my computer gt Connect to a fax server on my network Make sure you know the server name for example mycompanyfax 4A Click the type of connection you will be using fax modem or fax server The Choose a modem name screen opens Gua Fax Setup s mk meme Sai na _ ae Choose a modem name Type a name that will help you identify this modem when sending a fax Name Use by default for sending faxes Do not use by default for sending faxes 5 Type the name of the fax modem in the dialog box then click Next The Choose how to receive faxes screen opens o Gu Fax Setup onoma s so Sm emma gt gt a Choose how to receive faxes Your computer is ready to send faxes but you still need to choose how to answer incoming phone calls before you can receive faxes After choosing an option you can create a new fax ANSWe aULlLOMMaticall Windows will answer incoming calls as faxes after five rings and receive them as faxes Notify me TIl choose whether to answer incoming calls and receive faxes gt Tl choose later I want to create a fax now To receive faxes you or an administrator must change the fax settings at
60. hen select a sound to apply You can save the changes as a new sound sc heme Device Failed to Connect Exclamation Exit Windows 1 Low Battery Alarm Maximize Menu command d V Play Windows Startup sound Sounds windows Shutdown wav x Browse ok J Cancel 2 Click the Sound Scheme list then click the sound scheme you want OR Click an event in the Program list then click the Sounds list and click the sound file you want associated with the event IF you do not see the sound file in the Sounds list click Browse and find the file in the appropriate folder 3 To test a sound you have selected click Test 4A Click OK to save your changes E 12 WWW emachines com Changing mouse settings a Help For more information about mouse settings click Start then click Help and Support Type mouse settings in the Search Help box then press ENTER You can adjust the double click speed pointer speed left hand or right hand configuration and other mouse settings gt To change your mouse settings FN Shortcut Start A Control Panel A Hardware and Sound A Mouse 1 Click Start Control Panel then under Hardware and Sound click Mouse The Mouse Properties dialog box opens r P Mouse Properties Pointers Pointer Options Wheel Hardware Select this check box to make the button on the F right the one you use for primary
61. ick Yes to save your changes E Www emachines com Changing the appearance of windows and backgrounds You can change the appearance of Windows desktop items such as the colors of windows and dialog boxes and the color and design of the desktop background gt To change window colors and effects 1 Click Start Control Panel then under Appearance and Personalization click Customize colors The Window Color and Appearance dialog box opens GO Personalization Window Color and Appearance 4 Search P Window Color and Appearance You can change the color of windows the Start menu and the taskbar Pick one of the available colors or create your own color using the color mixer 2 Click one of the color choices and adjust the Color intensity slider then click OK Your new color settings are applied 3 For even more color adjustment options such as color schemes shading effects and screen fonts click Start Control Panel then under Appearance and Personalization click Change the color scheme Change the setting you want then click OK Appearance Settings Appearance Color scheme Windows Aero a Windows Vista Basic Windows Standard Windows Classic High Contrast White High Contrast Black High Contrast 2 v m Oo gt To change the Windows desktop background 1 Click Start Control Panel then under Appearance and Personaliz
62. ing specific programs on page 82 E Restricting specific programs gt To restrict specific programs 1 2 Click Start Control Panel then under User Accounts and Family Safety click Set up parental controls for any user The Parental Controls dialog box opens Click the user account to set up restrictions for then click Allow and block specific programs The Application Restrictions dialog box opens ro llak OU User Controls Application Restrictions 4 Search p Which programs can Billy use Billy can use all programs Billy can only use the programs I allow Check the programs that can be used File Description File Product N C Program Files Common Files microsoft shared ink 7 pipanel exe Microsoft Tablet PC Component Microsoft Windows Oper C Program Files Common Files microsoft shared MSInfo V amp msinfo32 exe System Information Microsoft Windows Oper C Program Files Movie Maker E IE CaptureWizard exe Windows Import Video Microsoft Windows Oper MOVIEMK exe Windows Movie Maker Microsoft Windows Oper E E VideoCameraAutoPlay Windows Video Camera Auto Pla Microsoft Windows Oper C Program Files MSN EA Tf cclitesetupui exe Win32 Cabinet Self Extractor w Microsoft R Windows R 20 C Program Files Windows Calendar V E WinCal exe Windows Calendar Microsoft Windows Oper m r Add a program to this
63. k Paste A copy of the file or folder appears in the new location Wg Help For more information about copying files and folders or moving files or folders click Start then click Help and Support Type copying files and folders or moving files and folders in the Search Help box then press ENTER gt To move a file or folder to another folder 1 Locate the file or folder you want to move For more information see Viewing drives on page 10 and Searching for files on page 13 Right click press the right mouse button the file or folder that you want to move A pop up menu opens on the desktop 2 3 Click Cut on the pop up menu 4 Open the destination folder 11 Chapter 2 Using Windows 5 With the pointer inside the destination folder right click 6 Click Paste The file or folder you moved appears in its new location and is removed from its old location Deleting files and folders 12 When you throw away paper files and folders you take them from the file cabinet and put them in a trash can Eventually the trash can is emptied In Windows you throw away files and folders by First moving them to the Windows trash can called the Recycle Bin where they remain until you decide to empty the bin You can recover any file in the Recycle Bin as long as the bin has not been emptied gt To delete files or folders 1 In the Computer or Windows Explorer window click the files or folders that you want to d
64. k Tasks The Tasks window opens Norton 360 Norton 360 Tasks Tasks Settings My Account Product Feedback Help amp Support Tasks General Tasks Backup Tasks it Run Scans ip Back Up Files Run quick comprehensive or custom scans Begin backing up your files now ia View Statistics Restore Files a See what Norton 360 has done for you lately Retrieve files from your backup location Q Run Diagnostic Report E Buy More Storage View save or print your current diagnostic report Make sure that you don t run out of storage space for your online backups Q Check for Updates Run LiveUpdate to check for protection and program updates amp Install Norton Add on Pack Download Antispam and Parental Control features 3 Click Run Scans The Choose Scans window opens Norton 360 Se lt Norton 360 Choose Scans Help amp Support Select a Virus and Spyware Scan for your PC Quickly examines key areas of your PC for viruses Quick Scan Recommended spyware security vulnerabilities and free disk Thoroughly examines your entire PC for viruses spyware security vulnerabilities backups disk optimization and free disk space Select your own combination of PC examinations LetMe Choose for viruses spyware security vulnerabilities backups disk optimization and free disk space 4A Click the type of scan you want to run then click Go Norton 360 scans your computer for
65. list of common commands to keep with you so you always know what to say If you would like to learn more about speech related tools and support from Microsoft please visit the Microsoft Speech Online Community See also Ease of Access Audio Devices 2 Click one of the following settings to start setting up speech recognition e Start Speech Recognition turns on speech recognition With an attached microphone you can then control your computer using voice commands e Set up microphone configures your attached microphone to work correctly with speech recognition e Take Speech Tutorial helps you learn how to use speech recognition e Train your computer to better understand you helps you create several voice samples that your computer can use to better recognize the words you speak e Open the Speech Reference Card lets you view and print a list of common voice commands 3 Ifyou want to configure your computer s settings for reading aloud on screen text click Text to Speech on the left of the window a Setting up parental controls You can use parental controls to e Control and monitor the Internet activity of your children e Block inappropriate games and programs e Schedule the times your children can use the computer e Print activity reports that contain a detailed history of computer use To use parental controls most effectively you should set up a separate user account for each of your children For infor
66. mat click Start then click Help and Support Type live file system in the Search Help box then press ENTER Creating a data disc gt To create a data disc 1 Insert a blank writable optical disc into your optical disc drive The Autoplay dialog box opens aq AutoPlay 4 DVD CD RW Drive E E Always do this for blank CDs Blank CD options Burn an audio CD using Windows Media Player a Burn files to disc K W using Windows et AutoPlay defaults in Contrel Pane Click Burn files to disc The Prepare this blank disc dialog box opens Type the title of the disc then click Show formatting options Click Mastered then click Next An empty folder opens ul Aa W N Open the folder that contains the files you want to burn to disc then click and drag the files to the empty disc folder ea Click Burn to disc The files are burned to the disc E 39 Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Using Windows Media Center IF your computer has Windows Vista Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate Edition you can use Windows Media Center to watch TV videos and movies listen to music and view photos Media Center is a simplified streamlined interface that is ideally suited for playing and managing media Files Because the remote control is an optional accessory most instructions in this section assume you are using a mouse to navigate the Media Center menus Starting Windows Media Center gt To st
67. mation on setting up user accounts see Adding and modifying user accounts on page 73 Va Important You must be logged in to an administrator account to set up parental controls You cannot set up parental controls for an administrator user account 18 WWW emachines com Filtering Internet access You can specify the type of Internet content that can be accessed by a user gt To set up Internet filtering 1 Click Start Control Panel then under User Accounts and Family Safety click Set up parental controls for any user The Parental Controls dialog box opens 2 Click the user account to set up restrictions for The User Controls dialog box opens OU Parental Controls User Controls X gt Search Set up how Billy will use the computer Parental Controls On enforce current settings Off Activity Reporting On collect information about computer usage Off Windows Settings Windows Vista Web Filter Control allowed websites downloads and other use 7 Time limits Control when Billy uses the computer g Games Control games by rating content or title lt gt Allow and block specific programs E Allow and block any programs on your computer 3 Click On enforce current settings then click Windows Vista Web Filter The Web Restrictions dialog box opens Current Settings W Billy Standard user No Password View activity reports Web Restrictions M
68. mputer is set up The desktop contains the taskbar the Start button and the Recycle Bin icon Ay Gateway Desktop elements Description 7 E 1 55 PM The taskbar is the bar at the bottom of the computer display containing the Start button on the left and a clock on the right Other buttons on the taskbar represent programs that are running Click a program s button on the taskbar to open the program s window Vv The Start button provides access to programs Files help for Windows and other programs and computer tools and utilities Click the Start button then open a file or program by clicking an item on the menu that opens The Recycle Bin is where files folders and programs that you discarded are stored You must empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete them from your computer For instructions on how to use the Recycle Bin see Deleting files and folders on page 12 The Windows Security Center icon may appear on the taskbar near the clock The icon changes appearance to notify you when the security settings on your computer are set below the recommended value or when updates are available Double click this icon to open the Windows Security Center For more information see Modifying security settings on page 62 WWW emachines com Using the Start menu Pg Help For more information about the Windows Start menu click Start then click Help and Support Type Windows Start menu in the Searc
69. nager window opens 4 Click the plus in front of Network adapters The Ethernet device installed in your computer is listed If one is not listed you must install one E 45 46 Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer Setting up wired Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works y Important IF you do not have a broadband connection already installed make the necessary arrangements with your ISP Be sure to find out how soon after the installation the line will be activated Broadband Internet settings differ from ISP to ISP Before you begin setting up your network you should contact your ISP for any specific instructions they have for setting up a network Before you change anything about your home setup make sure that your broadband connection is working correctly To test the connection log onto the Internet using your current setup IF the connection is not working contact your Internet service provider Installing Ethernet cards and drivers After you have determined the type of Ethernet you are using for your network you need to install Ethernet cards and drivers on the computers that do not have Ethernet already installed Use the documentation that comes with your Ethernet cards for instructions on installing the card and any required drivers Plug your Ethernet cable into your computer s jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at this point if you have not already done so Co
70. ngton lock slot The first step in computer security is preventing your computer from being stolen Attach a cable lock to the Kensington lock slot on your computer then wrap the lock s cable around the leg of a desk or table You can buy a cable lock at most electronics stores and many department stores For the location of the Kensington lock slot see your Reference Guide Data security The second step in computer security is keeping your data safe and secure Startup and hard drive password Use a startup and hard drive password to keep other people from using your computer You have to enter your password when you turn on your computer or access your files These passwords are set in your computer s BIOS setup utility Use a password that you can remember but that would be hard for someone else to guess NY Tip ay For instructions on creating a startup and hard drive password see your computer s Reference Guide Make sure that you use a password you can remember The password feature is very secure and you cannot bypass it IF you forget your password you will have to return your computer to eMachines so we can reset it Windows user accounts 58 Windows lets you set up a user account for each person who uses your computer When you set Up user accounts Windows sets up a Documents folder for each account You can assign a password to each account so only the account owner can access files in the Documents folder
71. nnecting network cables We recommend using category 5 Cat 5 unshielded twisted pair cable about 1 4 inch diameter with a thin outer jacket containing eight color coded wires and equipment compatible with this type of cable This type of cable is equipped with RJ 45 connectors like a large telephone jack connector but with eight pins on each end Cat 5 cables are available in two different types straight through cables used to connect computers to a router and crossover cables used to connect two computers To determine which type of cable you have hold both ends of the cable with the connectors facing away from you and with the spring clip on the bottom For straight through cable the wires on both connectors are attached to copper pins in the same order same colors left to right For a crossover cable the wires on each connector are attached to the copper pins in a different order different colors left to right Setting up a network using a router IF you are setting up a network for more than two computers and you will be connecting your network to a high speed Broadband Internet connection cable or DSL modem we recommend the use of a router A router lets you access the Internet connection from any network computer The router can assign IP addresses to the computers on the network and can provide Firewall protection for your network as well WWW emachines com In addition to a router you need a straight through ca
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73. nter click the X in the upper right corner of the screen E 41 Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Using the Media Center remote control 42 With Media Center mode active you can use the optional remote control to play all of your media Files from across the room The remote control if included with your computer may look different from that shown below Audio Video A V control buttons Numeric keypad data entry buttons Button s Shortcut buttons Start button Audio Video A V control buttons Numeric keypad data entry buttons Power button Transport buttons Navigation buttons Shortcut buttons Start button Power button Transport buttons Navigation buttons Functions Give you direct access to Media Center features Opens the Media Center s main menu Lets you control volume levels volume mute channel selections and the movie menu Lets you enter numbers and characters from the remote control Puts the Media Center computer in Sleep mode reduced power Let you control the playback of media files and optical discs Let you move the cursor around the Guide and menus make selections navigate back to the previous screen change the screen display aspect ratio and get more information Press the OK button to make a selection Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer e Introduction to Networking e Ethernet networking e Bluetooth networking Chapter 5 Networking Your C
74. ntly Added Q Artist Album J Songs 53 31 remaining Genre Habib Koite amp Bamada Sa 2 Songs eee ay a bpn 9 minutes Current Disc ch Wis I Ka Barra Your Work Blank Disc E pan i Din Din Wo Little Chi Distance Karsh Kale One Step Beyond 63 minutes 4 Playlists Album Artist Count Length Rating l v 74 57 USUN Karsh Kale 2 Songs 11 minutes Wis Luciani Souza 1 Song 2 minutes Wi Es a O gt in 4 e eee Library Burn List A Click Start Burn The music is recorded onto the blank CD 2 36 WWW emachines com Creating a video DVD Creating a video DVD using Windows DVD Maker IF your computer has Windows Vista Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate Edition you can create video DVDs using Windows DVD Maker gt To create a video DVD using Windows DVD Maker r Important We recommend that you do not use your computer for other tasks while creating CDs or DVDs IF you record copyrighted material on a CD or DVD you need permission from the copyright owner Otherwise you may be violating copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other remedies If you are uncertain about your rights contact your legal advisor 1 Inserta blank writeable DVD into your recordable optical disc drive Click Start All Programs then click Windows DVD Maker The Windows DVD Maker introduction window opens Ww fo Windows
75. nts Track info Title Genre Despertar Jazz v Subtitle Mood Track number Beats per minute Key 11 l Enter track information such as Title Artist Album and Genre then click OK The new track information appears in the Windows Media Player library E 35 Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files Creating music CDs and video DVDs Creating a music CD Va Important We recommend that you do not use your computer for other tasks while creating CDs or DVDs IF you record copyrighted material on a CD or DVD you need permission from the copyright owner Otherwise you may be violating copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other remedies If you are uncertain about your rights contact your legal advisor Creating a music CD using Windows Media Player gt To create a music CD using Windows Media Player 1 Click Start All Programs then click Windows Media Player Windows Media Player opens 2 Inserta blank writable CD into your recordable disc drive Va Important Make sure that you use a writable CD for creating music CDs Most car stereos will not play DVDs 3 Click the Burn tab then click and drag songs that you want to burn to CD from the Library to the Burn List 7 D Windows Media Player e Library dd gt Music Library gt Artist gt J HS v Search CD Drive E B Create Playlist Audio CD 4 Jd Library Rece
76. nu 7 DHCP 44 50 disconnecting from Internet 20 display using screen saver 68 documentation eMachines Web site 2 help 2 Help and Support 2 online help 3 documents creating 15 opening 16 printing 16 Saving 15 downloading files 22 drivers updating 2 drives mapping network 54 Sharing 53 un sharing 53 viewing contents 10 viewing files and folders 10 DSL modem 20 44 46 DVD creating data 39 creating video 37 playing 31 Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol 50 E Ease of Access Center 77 editing music track information 35 eMachines contact information 3 Web address 2 Web site 2 e mail address 22 checking for messages 23 sending 22 using 20 22 Ethernet network See wired Ethernet network See wireless Ethernet network F Fast Ethernet 44 faxes canceling 27 receiving and viewing 27 sending 23 27 85 sending from program 27 sending scanned image 27 setting up cover page template 27 Files copying 11 17 cutting 11 deleting 6 12 17 downloading 22 finding 13 14 moving 11 Opening 7 opening shared 54 pasting 11 17 recovering 12 renaming 17 searching for Sharing 53 un sharing 53 viewing list 10 13 14 finding files and folders 13 14 folders copying 11 17 creating 10 cutting 11 deleting 6 12 17 finding 13 14 moving 11 Opening 10 pasting 11 17 recovering 12 renaming 17 searching for 13 14 Sharing 53 un sharing 53 viewing list 10 G gadgets adding 69 changing 6
77. o Control Panel Information from Microsoft 1 Find your files and folders Default Programs 2 Get your programs to work on this version of Windows 3 Update your drivers gt All Programs Help and Support tart Si h tart Seara amp Ask someone or expand your search i Offline Help v N Tip ml 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 Www emachines com 2 Type a word or phrase in the Search Help box located at the top of any Help and Support screen then press ENTER For each search you receive a list of suggested topics To find the answer click the result that most closely matches your question Additional results may be available if the first list does not address your question o Contacting eMachines The label on your computer contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number eMachines Customer Care will need this information if you call for help Getting help for Windows Media Center IF your computer is running Windows Media Center you can access help for information on how to use it gt To access Media Center help 1 Click Start then click Help and Support Help and Support opens 2 inthe Help and Support window type Windows Media Center in the Search Help box then press ENTER
78. of the router or access point with the patterns described in the router or access point documentation e Temporarily turn off any firewall software on your desktop computer e Turn off all of the devices then power them back on e Refer to your router s or access point s troubleshooting information e Contact your Internet service provider Adding a printer to your network Instead of plugging a printer into each of your computers you can add a printer to your network To add a printer to the network do one of the following e Connect your printer to your networked computer then share the printer For information about sharing printers see Sharing drives and printers on page 52 e Connect your printer to your router or access point if the router or access point includes a USB or parallel port For more information see the instructions that came with your router or access point e Use a printer that has built in networking e Use a print server Sharing resources 52 With a network you can share your Internet connection drives and printers Sharing drives and printers With a network you can share drives for example hard drives and DVD drives and printers among the computers connected to the network y Important To share a printer among the network computers each computer must have the shared printer s drivers installed Follow the instructions included with your printer to install the printer drivers on e
79. ollow the on screen instructions E gt To install a Bluetooth printer 1 Turn on your Bluetooth radio and the Bluetooth printer 2 Click Start Control Panel then click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Add a printer 4 Click Add a network wireless or Bluetooth printer click Next then follow the on screen instructions E gt To connect to a Bluetooth personal area network 1 Turn on your Bluetooth radio and the Bluetooth device 2 Click Start Control Panel then click Network and Internet 5 Click Network and Sharing Center 4A lick Manage Network Connections The Network Connections window opens 55 56 Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer 5 Under Personal Area Network click Bluetooth Network Connection 6 On the toolbar click View Bluetooth network devices The Bluetooth Personal Area Network Devices dialog box opens 7 Under Bluetooth devices click that device you want to connect to then click Connect E Pg Help For more information about Bluetooth click Start then click Help and Support Type Bluetooth in the Search Help box then press ENTER Chapter 6 Protecting your computer e Hardware security e Data security e Security updates Chapter 6 Protecting your computer Hardware security Although you may be able to replace your computer with a call to your insurance agent you cannot replace the information stored on your computer Take steps to prevent theft of your computer Kensi
80. omputer Introduction to Networking Networking terms you should know DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP lets a router temporarily assign an IP address to a computer on the network IP address Internet Protocol IP address is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on the network LAN A local area network LAN is a computer network covering a local area like a home or office Wired and wireless Ethernet are common methods of creating a LAN PAN A personal area network PAN is a computer network used for communication among computer devices including cellular telephones personal digital assistants and printers close to one person A wireless personal area network WPAN is made possible with Bluetooth The primary purpose of a WPAN is to replace USB or Firewire cables Subnet mask Subnet mask is a number that identifies what subnetwork the computer is located on This number will be the same on all computers on a home network WAN A wide area network WAN is a computer network that covers a broad geographical area The largest and most well known example of a WAN is the Internet Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking 44 An wired Ethernet network consists of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable This connection type is commonly used in offices around the world and can be used to build computer networks in the home Ethernet Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethe
81. on Status Order Name 0 00 12 Ready Disc title 11 20 2006 Options Windows DVD Maker File Preview A Menutext My Customize menu E Slide show Bandwidth Color Cycle Full Screen X Www emachines com 7 Click any of the following options to customize your video disc e Preview shows how your DVD s opening menu will look using the current settings e Menu text changes the disc title font and button names e Customize menu changes the menu fonts background and foreground videos audio track and button styles e Slide show creates a slide show from photo files 8 Click Burn Your DVD is recorded E Creating and copying data discs You can burn two types of data discs e Live File System writes files immediately to the recordable disc making it a one step process like copying files to a flash drive The resulting disc is compatible with Windows XP and later versions of Windows e Mastered copies files to a temporary folder before you tell the computer to burn the files to the disc Although this is a slower process than Live File System the resulting disc is compatible with all operating systems The following instructions show you how to burn a disc using the Mastered format which can be read by all personal computers regardless of the operating system installed Pg Help For information about burning a disc using the Live File System for
82. on is not working contact your Internet service provider Installing wireless cards and drivers After you have determined the type of wireless equipment you are using for your network you need to install wireless cards and drivers on the computers that do not have them already installed To order wireless Ethernet PCI or PC cards visit the Accessories Store at www emachines com Use the documentation that comes with your wireless cards for instructions on installing the cards and any required drivers Setting up your access point A wireless Ethernet network sends and receives information through radio waves This means that another computer outside your network can intercept the radio waves and take control of your network IF you do not set up security for your network a hacker can gain access to your Internet connection to send spam e mail and to your hard drive to download viruses or view your personal data like credit card numbers Social Security numbers and personal online banking information Check your access point documentation for information about installing the access point and setting network security Establishing your Ethernet network connection Naming the computers and the workgroup y Important You must give each computer on the network a unique Computer Name and the same Workgroup Name Make sure that you have set up your router wired network or access point wireless network IF you are setting up a wi
83. ount selection screen EN Caution IF you click Log OFf any programs that were running may be closed and unsaved document changes may be lost 3 Click the user account that you want to use 74 WWW emachines com Changing power saving settings Changing the power plan Power plans groups of power settings let you change power saving options such as when the monitor or hard drive is automatically turned off You can select one of the defined power plans or create a custom power plan Pg Help For more information about power plans click Start then click Help and Support Type power plan or power management in the Search Help box then press ENTER gt To change the power plan Shortcut Start A Control Panel A System and Maintenance A Power Options 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound then under Power Options click Change power saving settings The Select a power plan dialog box opens E i C A z GO gt Control Panel Hardware and Sound Power Options v 4 Search p Require a password on wakeup Select a power plan Choose what the power button aa Power plans can help you maximize your computer s performance or conserve energy Make a plan active by selecting it or choose a plan and customize it by changing its power settings Tell me more Create a power plan about power plans MO Choose when to turn off the Preferred plans display
84. pens Ov Parental Controls User Controls Time Restrictions v 4 Search Control when Billy will use the computer Click and drag the hours you want to block or allow Midnight AM Noon PM 122123 45 67 8 91011121 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday L Allowed BB Blocked Click inside the grid to set when the user can access the computer Blocked hours are blue and allowed hours are white 2 Restricting game access You can restrict games by game ratings or you can specify the games which are not allowed gt To restrict games by game ratings 1 2 380 Click Start Control Panel then under User Accounts and Family Safety click Set up parental controls for any user The Parental Controls dialog box opens Click the User account to set up restrictions for then click Games The Game Controls dialog box opens OU Parental Controls User Controls Game Controls v Search Control which types of games Billy can play Can Billy play games Yes No Block or allow games by rating and content types Set game ratings Maximum allowed rating ADULTS ONLY including unrated games Game descriptors blocked None Block or allow any game on your computer by name Block or Allow specific games Always blocked None Always allowed None
85. playing DVD 31 recording audio 33 using Windows Media Player 30 music library building 35 editing 35 music tracks copying 34 creating CD 36 name computer 49 workgroup 49 naming computers 49 workgroup 49 Narrator 77 network Bluetooth 55 testing 52 using 54 wired Ethernet 44 wireless Ethernet 47 Norton 360 scanning for viruses 59 Starting 59 Updating 61 O online help 2 3 opening documents 16 files 7 files across network 54 folders 10 programs 7 optical disc creating data 39 playing 31 Outlook 20 Outlook Express 20 P PAN 44 parental controls activity reports 82 blocking specific games 81 game ratings 80 Internet filtering 79 restricting game access 80 81 restricting programs 82 scheduling computer use 80 scheduling Internet access 80 setting up 78 time limits setting 80 password hard drive 58 startup 58 pasting files and folders 11 17 text and graphics 17 personal area network PAN 44 playing audio CD 31 audio file 30 Blu ray Disc 31 DVD 31 HD DVD 31 multimedia files 30 music CD 31 video files 30 Windows Media Player file 30 power changing plans 75 plans 75 schemes 75 printer adding Bluetooth 55 sharing 54 printing www emachines com documents 16 files across network 55 programs closing 17 opening 7 restricting 82 projector color quality 71 connecting 71 screen resolution 71 recording audio file 33 CD tracks 34 recovering files and folders 12
86. playing discs in the Search Help box then press ENTER Playing an optical disc using Windows Media Player Use Windows Media Player to listen to CDs or watch movies on DVDs HD DVDs or Blu ray Discs For more information about using Windows Media Player click Help gt To play an optical disc Shortcut Insert disc Windows Media Player automatically plays 1 Make sure that the speakers are turned on or headphones are plugged in and that the volume is turned up 2 Insert an optical disc into the optical disc drive 31 32 3 4 Chapter 4 Playing and Creating Media Files IF a dialog box opens and asks you what you want the computer to do with the disc click Play Windows Media Player opens and begins playing the disc AutoPlay a DVD CD RW Drive E Audio CD Ai Always do this for audio CDs Audio CD options Play audio CD using Windows Media Player Rip music from CD using Windows Media Player General options Open folder to view files using Windows Explorer Set AutoPlay defaults in Control Panel IF Windows Media Player does not open automatically click Start All Programs then click Windows Media Player Windows Media Player opens r D Windows Media Player Now Playing tip Sync Online Stores Despertar Quiet Songs v gt Despertar Playlist Amanda Video screen Aisha Duo Playback controls IF the disc is not already playing cli
87. r are all of your computers or Ethernet ready devices Also connected to the router is a cable or DSL modem that provides access to the Internet Cable DSL modem Router Equipment you need for a router based Ethernet network Va Important For best results all Ethernet components should be either standard Ethernet 10 Mbps Fast Ethernet 100 Mbps or 10 100 or Gigabit Ethernet 1000 Mbps or 10 100 1000 A mixture of components rated at different speeds will result in your network running at the speed of the slowest rated component For a wired Ethernet network you need e Two or more computers with Ethernet jacks e One router e One broadband Internet connection optional e Ethernet cables connecting all of the network equipment When buying your router be sure the model includes everything your network needs including e nternet security features such as a firewall to protect your network from unwanted intruders e 4 port switch to eliminate the need for additional network hardware e DHCP server dynamic IP address assignment to automatically configure network and IP addresses Determining if an Ethernet card is already installed on your computer gt To determine if an Ethernet card is already installed on your computer 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens 2 Click System and Maintenance then click System 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on the left The Device Ma
88. re you want to copy the file to then click Paste E Printing files across the network y Important Before you can print a file across the network you must install the driver for the printer on the computer you are sending the file from You can obtain the printer driver and installation instructions from the CD that shipped with your printer or from the manufacturer s Web site gt To print files across the network 1 Open the file you want to print then click Print 2 Click the arrow button to open the printer name list then click the network printer 3 Click Print O Bluetooth networking You can use Bluetooth to communicate with other Bluetooth enabled devices These devices may include printers MP3 players cellular telephones and other computers Bluetooth lets you transfer information between these devices without the use of a USB or Firewire cable To access a Bluetooth enabled device you must install the device then connect to the Bluetooth personal area network y Important Your notebook may have a Bluetooth radio built in IF you are using a desktop computer or if your notebook does not have built in Bluetooth you can purchase a Bluetooth adapter to connect to a USB port on your computer gt To install a Bluetooth enabled device 1 Turn on your Bluetooth radio and the Bluetooth device 2 Click Start Control Panel then click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Bluetooth Devices 4 Click Add then f
89. red network make sure that you have connected the network cabling gt To identify this computer on the network 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens Click System and Maintenance The System and Maintenance window opens Workgroup settings area The System Properties dialog box opens 2 3 Click System then click Change Settings in the Computer Name Domain and 4 Click Change 49 50 Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer 5 If your computer does not already have a name type a unique computer name in the Computer name box This name identifies the computer to other users on the network Use a computer name of up to 15 characters with no blank spaces Each computer name must be unique on your network All numeric computer names are not allowed Names must contain some letters 6 Type a name for your workgroup in the Workgroup box Use a workgroup name of up to 15 characters with no blank spaces The workgroup name must be the same for all computers in your network workgroup and the name must be different than any computer name on your network 7 Click OK When you are prompted to restart your computer click Restart Now a Configuring the TCP IP protocol A networking protocol is a language computers use to talk to each other One of several available protocols must be set up on each computer you plan to use on your network We recommend you use the Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol
90. res like SecureEasySetup or 128 bit WEP encryption For a wireless Ethernet network you need e Your Gateway computer with wireless networking installed e A broadband Internet connection optional e An access point Www emachines com Determining if a wireless Ethernet device is already installed on your computer gt To determine if an Ethernet card is already installed on your computer 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens 2 Click System and Maintenance then click System 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on the left The Device Manager window opens 4 Click the plus in front of Network adapters The wireless Ethernet device installed in your computer is listed IF one is not listed you must install one m Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works P Important IF you do not have a broadband connection already installed make the necessary arrangements with your ISP Be sure to find out how soon after the installation the line will be activated Broadband Internet settings differ from ISP to ISP Before you begin setting up your network you should contact your ISP for any specific instructions they have for setting up a network Before you change anything about your home setup make sure that your broadband connection is working correctly To test the connection log onto the Internet using your current setup If the connecti
91. rnet Va Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your home or office Your municipality may require you to obtain a permit and hire a licensed installer Ethernet is available at three different speeds Standard Ethernet runs at 10 Mbps Fast Ethernet runs at 100 Mbps and Gigabit Ethernet runs at 1000 Mbps Most home networks are built using Standard or Fast Ethernet components Business networks are typically built using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components To create a wired Ethernet network you or your electrician must install special Ethernet cables in your home or office Using a router The most common way to set up a wired Ethernet network is Dynamic Host Control Protocol DHCP using a router A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to each computer or network device For information on setting up a router see the router s documentation Example router based Ethernet network The following is an example of a wired Ethernet network The network is made up of a router a cable or DSL modem your computers and cables connecting each of these components The router is the central control point for the network N Tip me lo add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to your wired Ethernet network connect an access point to the router or use a router that has a built in access point Www emachines com Attached to the route
92. rograms then click Windows Fax and Scan Windows Fax and Scan opens 2 If Windows Fax and Scan is in Scan view click Fax in the lower left corner of the window 26 Www emachines com 3 Click Tools Cover Pages then click New The Fax Cover Page Editor opens Cover Page Fax Cover Page Editor E Sm File Edit View Insert Format Layout Help Die amp a lz fi Malin o ogo Ready NUM e IF you want to include fields that are imported from the Send Fax Wizard or the Fax Configuration Wizard such as To or From add them to the page by using the Insert menu then move them to the appropriate place on your template You can also use the Insert menu to include information that is automatically calculated such as number of pages or date and time sent e IF you want to include text that always appears on your cover page such as a letterhead or address draw a box using the text box tool type your text inside of it then move the box to the appropriate place on your template e IF you want to include a logo that appears on your cover page copy it to the Windows clipboard then paste it into the Cover Page Editor and move it to the appropriate place on your template 4 To save your cover page template click File then click Save The Save As dialog box opens with your personal cover pages folder already in the Save in list 5 Type the new cover page template name then click Save E Faxing a scanned documen
93. rol you want to operate E Configuring the gadget Sidebar You can change the appearance and behavior of the Sidebar gt To change Sidebar properties 1 Right click in an empty area of the Sidebar then click Properties The Windows Sidebar Properties dialog box opens B Windows Sidebar Properties Sidebar V Start Sidebar when Windows starts Arrangement Sidebar is always on top of other windows Display Sidebar on this side of screen Right Left Display Sidebar on monitor a Maintenance View list of running gadgets Restore gadgets installed with Windows x cancel aly You can change e Whether the Sidebar starts each time Windows starts e Whether the Sidebar is always on top of other windows always visible e The side of the screen the sidebar appears on e The monitor that the sidebar appears on if you have multiple monitors 70 Www emachines com Setting up multiple monitors Va Important The dialog boxes shown in this section are for demonstrative purposes only and may not represent the screens on your computer IF your computer s video card supports additional monitors it must have two video ports you can connect an additional monitor or projector to your computer You can use the second monitor or projector as a duplicate of the primary display or as an extension to roughly double the size of your Windows desktop Use th
94. s ENTER 13 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using advanced search options Search can find files meeting more criteria than file name You can narrow your search by selecting the search options that you want You can search by the e Name or part of a name e Creation date e Modification date e File type e Tag e Author e Text contained in the file e Time period in which it was created or modified You can also combine search criteria to refine searches Files and folders found using this utility can be opened copied cut renamed or deleted directly From the list in the results window Browsing for files and folders 14 A file or folder that you need is rarely right on top of your Windows desktop It is usually on a drive inside a folder that may be inside yet another folder and so on Windows drives folders and files are organized in the same way as a real file cabinet in that they may have many levels Usually many more levels than a file cabinet in fact So you usually will have to search through levels of folders to find the file or folder that you need This is called browsing gt To browse for a file 1 Click Start then click Computer The Computer window opens 2 Double click the drive or folder that you think contains the file or folder that you want to find 3 Continue double clicking folders and their subfolders until you find the file or folder you want ee Help For more information about brow
95. s Resolution or Color Quality if necessary N Tip ma To help identify your multiple monitors in the Display Settings dialog box click Identify Monitors A large number appears on the screen of each monitor 8 To use the second monitor or projector as a mirror duplicate of the primary monitor both monitors have the same content click to deselect the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor 71 Chapter 7 9 To use the second monitor or projector as an extension of your desktop increasing the size of your Windows desktop click to select the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor You can click and drag the 2 monitor icon to position it the same way the physical monitor is arranged on your desk 10 Click OK E Changing system sounds You can change the sounds that play for system events such as Windows startup and shut down logging on and logging off window maximizing and minimizing and error messages gt To change system sounds 1 Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound then under Sound click Change system sounds The Sound dialog box opens r Sound Playback Recording Sounds A sound theme is a set of sounds applied to events in Windows and programs You can select an existing scheme or save one you have modified Sound Scheme Windows Default x Save As Delete n nds click a program event in the following list and t
96. s or folders that have characteristics in common but you do not remember where they are stored on your hard drive you can use the Search utility Files and folders found using this utility can be opened copied cut renamed or deleted directly From the list in the results window Using the Windows Search gt To find files and folders using the Search 1 Click Start then click Search The Search Results window opens 2 Ifyou want to search on your computer by file or folder name type in all or part of the file or folder name in the Search box in the top right of the window e IF you type all of the name Search will list all files and folders of that name e IF you type part of the name Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed sox g 4 Search Results in Indexed Locations X t help x Show only All E mail Documen t Picture Music Other Advanced Search v ae Pe Name Date modified Type Folder Authors Tags S Help and Support 10 26 2006 2 30 AM Shortcut Maintenance C IE Documeni ts P PP E Pictures Did you find what you were searching for IB Music Advance d Search i Search Results in Inde an 1 item 3 Open a file folder or program by double clicking the name in the list Pg Help For more information about searching for files and folders click Start then click Help and Support Type searching in the Search Help box then pres
97. s pan a 2 Click Browse Folders to open the Folders list then click the folder where you want to save the file 3 Type a new file name in the File name box 4A Click Save PA Help For more information about saving documents click Start then click Help and Support Type saving in the Search Help box then press ENTER 15 Chapter 2 Using Windows Opening a document To view revise or print an existing document first you need to open it Open the document in the program that it was created in gt To open a document 1 Start the program 2 Click File then click Open 3 Click Folders to open the Folders list then click the folder you want to open _ Open Jes dJi Documents Family letters 4 Search p He fm New Folder epee ee Name Date modified Type Size Tags D t MB Desktop Documen E Recent Places j Computer More Folders NA ME Desktop Wendy E Contacts J m Desktop E Documents m Family letter _ File name Rich Text Format tf 7 Oen Cancei 4 Double click the document file name The document opens PA Help For more information about opening documents click Start then click Help and Support Type opening files in the Search Help box then press ENTER Printing a document To print a document you must have a printer connected to your computer or have access to a network printer For more information about installing or
98. sing for files and folders click Start then click Help and Support Type files and folders in the Search Help box then oress ENTER Www emachines com Working with documents Computer documents include word processing files soreadsheet files or other similar files The basic methods of creating saving opening and printing a document apply to most of these types of files The following examples show how to create save open and print a document usin Microsoft WordPad Similar procedures apply to other programs such as Corel WordPerfect Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel For more information about using a program click Help on its menu bar Creating anew document gt To create a new document 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories then click WordPad Microsoft WordPad starts and a blank document opens r gt Document WordPad talkas i rt H File Edit View Insert For Help Dal 4 amp 8 e B Arial 0 2 Begin composing your document Use the menus and toolbar buttons at the top of the window to format the document Saving a document After you create a document you need to save it if you want to use it later gt To save a document 1 Click File then click Save The Save As dialog box opens Save As JJ U Documents gt Family letters gt Search P File name mens Save as type Rich Text Format RTF x X Browse Folder
99. t To send e mail using Windows Mail 1 Connect to your Internet service provider 2 Click Start then click E mail Your default e mail program opens 3 Click Create Mail A Type the e mail address of the recipient you want to send e mail to in the To box 22 Www emachines com 5 Type the subject of your e mail in the Subject box 6 Type the e mail message NY Tip ma 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 7 When finished click Send Your e mail is sent over the Internet to the e mail address you specified is Checking your e mail ee Help For general information about using e mail click Start then click Help and Support Type e mail in the Search Help box then press ENTER gt To check your e mail using Windows Mail 1 Connect to your Internet service provider 2 Click Start then click E Mail Your default e mail program opens 3 Click Send Receive 4 Double click the message you want to read NW Tip ma 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 Busin
100. t or from programs gt To fax a scanned document or to fax directly from programs 1 Scan the document using the program for your scanner or open your document in the program it was created in Click File then click Print The Print dialog box opens Click the arrow button to open the Name list then click the Fax printer Click Print The Send Fax Wizard opens Complete the wizard by following the instructions in Sending a fax on page 23 or Faxing a scanned document or from programs on page 27 E ul Aa W N Canceling a fax You can cancel a fax that you have set up to send at a time in the future gt To cancel a fax that has not been sent 1 Click Start All Programs then click Windows Fax and Scan Windows Fax and Scan opens 2 If Windows Fax and Scan is in Scan view click Fax in the lower left corner of the window 3 Click Outbox then right click the fax you want to cancel 27 Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing A Click Delete to cancel the fax 5 Click Yes E Receiving and viewing a fax gt To receive and view a fax 1 Click Start All Programs then click Windows Fax and Scan Windows Fax and Scan opens 2 If Windows Fax and Scan is in Scan view click Fax in the lower left corner of the window 3 To view a fax click Inbox then double click the fax you want to view The fax viewer opens where you can view and print the fax E 28 Chapter 4 Playing and Creating
101. tandards include the following e 802 11a 54Mbps e 802 11b 11Mbps e 802 11g 54Mbps e 802 11n 540Mbps Speed is not the only issue if you decide to use equipment with different standards Compatibility can also be an issue Take the following into consideration when you purchase wireless equipment Access point Wireless cards supported 802 11a 802 11a only 802 11b 802 11b only 802 11g 802 11b and 802 11g 802 11n 802 11b 802 11g and 802 11n Using an access point An access point is a small electronic device that serves as the central control point for your network You connect your modem to the access point set up a network connection then browse the Internet send e mail share files and folders with other networked computers and access other devices like a printer or scanner or DSL modem Access point Equipment you need for an access point based network N Tip ai When you buy your access point make sure it has e IEEE 802 11n support 802 11n is the Fastest method for wireless communications 802 11n is compatible with the older IEEE 802 11g and IEEE 802 11b formats but not with the competing IEEE 802 11a format Make sure that you get the correct format that matches your computer e DHCP server dynamic IP address assignment capability that makes it easier to set up and access your network e Internet security features like a Firewall to keep intruders out of your network e Wireless security featu
102. the Windows Security Center is configured to provide you with the highest level of protection SSW Tip mi For more information about modifying security settings see Modifying security settings on page 62 eh Help For more information about protecting your computer against viruses click Start then click Help and Support Type viruses in the Search Help box then press ENTER Using Norton 360 Norton 360 helps protect your computer from viruses spyware and identity theft To learn more about these features including how to schedule system scans and security updates click Help amp Support in the upper right corner of the screen then click Help Removing viruses and spyware gt To scan for and remove viruses and spyware 1 Click Start All Programs Norton 360 then click Norton 360 Norton 360 opens Norton 360 o x Norton 360 Protected You need to set up your backup laf es MS a P id an pn 2 b Tasks Settings My Account Product Feedback Help amp Support P Identity pe Security Protection Protected m A Protected WER PC Tuneup Protected You are protected for web You are secured for online You need to set up your Your PC is tuned up for browsing email and instant shopping and banking backup everyday computing messaging My Network Norton 59 60 Chapter 6 Protecting your computer 2 At the top of the window clic
103. then click OK You can change e Power down times for your hard drive wireless network adapter USB devices and processor e Power management settings for your display processor and expansion cards e Behavior of your computer s power button 6 Click Save changes 7 Tocreate a new power plan on the left side of the Select a power plan window click Create a power plan then follow the on screen instructions cira gt lt lt Power Options Edit Plan Settings v Search P w pi g t Change settings for the plan Balanced Choose the sleep and display settings that you want your computer to use Turn off the display 20 minutes X Putthe computer to sleep 1 hour x Change advanced power settings Restore default settings for this plan hang Cancel 76 WWW emachines com Changing accessibility settings Your computer can be a powerful tool but it may be less useful to you if items on the screen are difficult to see or if the mouse is difficult to control Windows has several tools that help you use it more easily Using the Ease of Access Center Use the Ease of Access Center to change several system display settings gt To use the Ease of Access Center 1 Click Start Control Panel Ease of Access then click Ease of Access Center The Ease of Access Center opens 0O gt Control Panel Ease of Access Ease of Access Center v 4 Search 2 Tasks Make
104. tion about renaming folders see Shortcuts on page 17 Copying and moving files and folders y Important The clipboard stores whatever you cut or copy until you cut or copy again Then the clipboard contains the new information only Therefore you can paste copies of a file or folder into more than one place but as soon as you copy or cut a different file or folder the original file or folder is deleted from the clipboard The skills you need to copy and move files are called copying cutting and pasting When you copy and paste a file or folder you place a copy of the file or folder on the Windows clipboard which temporarily stores it Then when you decide what folder you want the copy to go in the destination folder you paste it there When you cut and paste a file or folder you remove the file or folder from its original location and place the file or folder on the Windows clipboard When you decide where you want the file or Folder to go you paste it there gt To copy a file or folder to another folder 1 Locate the file or folder you want to copy For more information see Viewing drives on page 10 and Searching for files on page 13 Right click press the right mouse button the file or folder that you want to copy A pop up menu opens on the desktop Click Copy on the pop up menu Open the destination folder With the pointer inside the destination folder right click O Ul DR WN N Clic
105. using your printer see the printer documentation gt To print a document 1 Make sure that the printer is turned on and loaded with paper 2 Start the program and open the document 3 Click File then click Print The Print dialog box opens A Set the print options then click Print The document prints a Help For more information about printing documents click Start then click Help and Support lype printing in the Search Help box then press ENTER 16 Shortcuts Help For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts click Start then click Help and Support Type Windows Keyboard shortcuts in the Search Help box then press ENTER Www emachines com The following table shows a few shortcuts that you can use in Windows and almost all programs documentation To Copy a file folder text or graphic Paste a file Folder text or graphic Select multiple items in a list or window Select multiple adjacent items in a list or window Permanently delete a file or folder Rename a file or folder Close the active window or program Switch to a different file Folder or running program that run in Windows For more information about shortcuts see your Windows or program Do this Click the item then press CTRL C Click inside the folder or window where you want to paste the object then press CTRL V Click the first item press and hold down the CTRL key then click each
106. ves and folders gt To un share drives or folders 1 Click Start then click Computer 2 Right click the drive or folder that you want to un share then click Share 3 Click Advanced Sharing then click Share this folder or drive to uncheck the box 4 Click Apply then click OK E 53 Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer Sharing printers gt To share printers 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens Under Hardware and Sound click Printer The Printers window opens 2 3 Right click the name and icon of the printer you want to share then click Sharing on the menu 4 On the Sharing tab click Share this printer then click OK o Using the network 54 After the drives and printers on each network computer are shared you can e View shared drives and folders e Map a network drive e Open and copy files stored on other network computers e Print documents on network printers Viewing shared drives and folders ee Help For more information about workgroups click Start then click Help and Support Type workgroups in the Search Help box then press ENTER gt To view shared drives and folders 1 Click Start then click Network The Network window opens 2 IF nodrives or folders are displayed click the option bar under the menu bar then click Turn on network discover and file sharing 3 Double click the name of the computer containing the drive or folder you want to view
107. viruses and spyware and removes any that it finds When the scan is finished a summary of fixed problems appears E WWW emachines com Updating your virus and spyware definitions You should update your virus definitions frequently so Norton 360 can recognize the latest threats gt To update your virus and spyware definitions 1 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet 2 Click Start All Programs Norton 360 then click Norton 360 Norton 360 opens Norton 360 Norton 360 Tasks Settings My Account Product Feedback Help amp Support ea PC Security Protected You are protected for web browsing email and instant messaging Protected You need to set up your backup p Identity Protection Protected You are secured for online You need to set up your shopping and banking backup Your PC is tuned up for everyday computing Q My Network 3 At the top of the window click Tasks The Tasks window opens Norton Norton 360 Norton 360 Tasks General Tasks Run Scans View Statistics Ria LY Run Diagnostic Report View save or print your Q Check for Updates Run quick comprehensive See what Norton 360 has Run LiveUpdate to check Tasks Tasks Settings My Account Product Feedback Backup Tasks s Back Up Files s Restore Files online backups for protection and program updates amp Install Norton Add
108. with files and folders on page 10 4A Click the link on the Web page for the file that you want to download 5 Follow the on screen instructions for saving the file in the folder that you want A copy of the file is downloaded to your computer The time that it takes to transfer the file to your computer depends on file size and Internet conditions 6 Open the folder that you created 7 Install or view the downloaded file by double clicking it IF applicable follow the instructions provided on the Web site to run or install the program E Pg Help For more information about downloading files click Start then click Help and Support Type downloading files in the Search Help box then click ENTER Using e mail E mail electronic mail lets you send messages to anyone who has an Internet connection and e mail address E mail is usually a free service of your Internet account The Internet never closes so you can send e mail messages at any time Your e mail messages arrive at most e mail addresses in minutes An e mail address consists of a user name the symbol and the Internet domain name of the Internet service provider ISP or company that hosts that user Your e mail address is assigned when you sign up for an account with an ISP For example a person with an account with Hotmail might have an e mail address that is similar to this one jdoe hotmail com Username Internet domain name Sending e mail g
109. y click Add or remove user accounts f arnir OU User Accounts Manage Accounts v 4 Search p Choose the account you would like to change David l G Margaret Administrator Standard user Guest Guest account is off E k Create a new account What is a user account Additional things you can do Set up Parental Controls Go to the main User Accounts page e To create a new account click Create a new account then follow the on screen instructions to finish the setup e To change an account click the account name then click the option you want to change e To delete an account click the account name then click Delete the account and confirm the deletion of related files The account is deleted You cannot delete the administrator account Fe Help For more information about user accounts click Start then click Help and Support Type user accounts in the Search Help box then press ENTER E gt To switch between user accounts 1 Save any open documents that are being worked on in your current account 2 Click Start click the arrow next to the lock icon then click Switch User or Log Off Switch User Log Off Lock Restart Sleep Shut Down e Switch User opens the account selection screen but does not log off the current user and any programs that were running for the previous user continue to run e Log Off logs off the current user then opens the acc
110. y com v Go OR On the current Web page click a link to a Web site Pg Help For more information about connecting to a Web site click Start then click Help and Support Type connecting to a Web site in the Search Help box then press ENTER The Web browser locates the server computer on the Internet downloads transfers data to your computer and displays the page on the site that you requested Sometimes Web pages display slowly The speed that a Web page displays on your screen depends on the complexity of the Web page and other Internet conditions Additionally the speed of your connection will determine how fast Web pages display 21 Chapter 3 Using the Internet and Faxing Downloading files A Caution To protect your computer against viruses make sure that you scan the files you download For more information see Protecting your computer from viruses on page 59 Downloading is the process of transferring files from a computer on the Internet to your computer gt To download files or programs from a Web site 1 Connect to your Internet account 2 in the address bar type the address of the Web site that contains the file or program you want to download then press ENTER OR Click a link on a Web page to navigate to the Web site containing the file that you want to download 3 Create or locate the folder where you want to store the file on your computer For more information see Working
111. your computer easier to use O Change administrative settings Quick access to common tools You can use the tools in this section to help you get started Windows can read and scan this list automatically Press the SPACEBAR to select the highlighted tool V Always read this section aloud J Always scan this section i Start Magnifier St amp Start On Screen Keyboard FP set up High Contrast Not sure where to start Get recommendations to make your computer easier to use Explore all settings When you select these settings they will automatically start each time you log on E Use the computer without a display Optimize for blindness A Make the computer easier to see Optimize visual display 2 Use the computer without a mouse or keyboard Set up alternative input devices P Make the mouse easier to use Adjust settings for the mouse or other pointing devices Make the keyboard easier to use Adjust settings for the keyboard g2 Use text or visual alternatives for sounds Set up alternatives for sounds M Make it easier to focus on tasks Adjust settings for reading and typing 2 Inthe Quick access to common tools section click one of the following options to make some of the most common accessibility changes to Windows e Start Magnifier provides a close up view of the area near your mouse pointer Start On Screen Keyboard displays a keyboard on the screen You can press keys on the on scre

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