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eMachines etower Series User Manual

eMachines etower Series
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eMachines etower Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Hard Drive InterfaceIDE
Memory TypeSDRAM
Optical DriveCD-ROM / DVD-ROM
GraphicsIntegrated (SiS, VIA, Intel) or Dedicated (ATI, NVIDIA) depending on model
AudioIntegrated
Operating SystemWindows 98 / Windows ME
PortsUSB, Serial, Parallel, VGA
Expansion SlotsPCI
CPUIntel Celeron / AMD Duron
RAM64MB to 256MB
Hard Drive10GB to 40GB

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Key Safety Guidelines

Essential safety guidelines for preventing fire, electric shock, or bodily injury.

System Maintenance and Cover Precautions

Maintenance Conditions Requiring Service

Conditions under which to unplug the product and call for service.

System Unit Cover Handling

Precautions to observe when removing or replacing the main system unit cover.

Power Cord Safety

Appropriate Power Cord Usage

Information on appropriate power cords and correct cord sets for the computer.

User Guide Introduction

Guide Overview and Disclaimer

Introduction to the user's guide and disclaimer about potential changes.

Chapter 1: Introduction

System Features Overview

Details the key hardware and software features of the computer system.

System Overview

Front Panel Components

Identification and description of components located on the front of the computer.

Rear Panel Connectors

Identification and description of connectors on the rear of the computer.

Chapter 2: Setting Up Your System

Optimal Location and Voltage Selection

Guidelines for computer placement and setting the voltage selection switch.

Peripheral Connections

Instructions for connecting monitors, keyboards, mice, modems, and printers.

Serial, USB, and Power Cord Connections

Steps for connecting serial, USB devices, and the system's power cord.

Computer Operation

Powering the Computer On and Off

Step-by-step instructions for turning the computer on and shutting it down.

Chapter 3: Using Your Computer

Using Floppy and CD/DVD-ROM Drives

Instructions for inserting and operating floppy disks and CD/DVD-ROMs.

Keyboard and Mouse Usage

Explanation of special keyboard keys and basic mouse operations.

Display and Audio Control

How to change display resolution and control audio volume levels.

Chapter 4: BIOS Setup Program

Accessing and Navigating BIOS Setup

Procedure for entering, exiting, and navigating the BIOS Setup menu.

BIOS Configuration Menus

Details on various BIOS setup menus like Standard, Advanced, Chipset, and Security.

BIOS Password Management

Setting, changing, deleting, and recovering BIOS passwords for system security.

BIOS Default and Security Settings

Using default menus for settings and configuring Anti-Virus protection.

Chapter 5: Inside Your Computer

System Cover Removal and Replacement

Steps for safely removing and reattaching the computer's system cover.

Internal Component Identification

Identification of major internal hardware components and mainboard overview.

Hardware Configuration: Jumpers and Cables

Adjusting jumpers and connecting power supply, front panel, and USB/MIDI cables.

Chapter 6: Installing and Removing Hardware

Expansion Card and Memory Module Installation

Steps for installing expansion cards and memory modules in the computer.

Processor and Hard Disk Drive Installation

Instructions for installing processors and replacing hard disk drives.

5.25-inch Device and Battery Replacement

Guide for installing 5.25-inch devices and replacing the CMOS battery.

Chapter 7 & 8: Software and Recovery

Using the PowerDVD Software

Introduction to DVD technology and instructions for using the PowerDVD software.

Restoring System Software and Drivers

Procedures for restoring system software and installing drivers from the Restore CD.

Appendix A: System Specifications

Detailed Hardware Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the computer's hardware components.

Appendix B: Troubleshooting Guide

Power, Storage, and CD/DVD Issues

Solutions for common problems with power, hard disk, and CD/DVD-ROM drives.

Audio, Floppy, Display, and Peripheral Issues

Troubleshooting steps for audio, floppy, display, and peripheral device problems.

Appendix C: Compliance and Safety

FCC Compliance and Warnings

FCC compliance statement and warnings regarding equipment interface cables.

Battery, Fuse, and Laser Safety

Safety instructions for batteries, fuses, and laser products.

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