User Guide
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Chapter 11Checking Out YourComputer
Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer2About this guideThis guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your model of
3BackImportantYour computer’s hardware options and port locations may vary from this illustration.Component Icon DescriptionConnects to a Kensington-c
Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer4Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional)Plug your center speaker and subwoofer into this jack.Surround L/R
Chapter 25Setting Up andGetting Started
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started6Working safely and comfortablyBefore using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a s
7Preparing power connectionsProtecting from power source problemsDuring a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer can
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started8Checking the voltage selectionThe power supply, a component built into your computer, provides power to the
9Connecting to a broadband modem or networkYou can connect your computer to a cable or DSL (broadband) modem or to a wired Ethernet network.To connect
Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes. Such cha
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started102 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. (The modem will not work with digital
11Connecting to a Web siteAfter you set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you can access the many information sources on the Worl
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started12Downloading filesDownloading is the process of transferring files from a computer on the Internet to your c
13Ethernet networkingWired Ethernet networkingAn wired Ethernet network consists of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started14Attached to the router are all of your computers or Ethernet-ready devices. Also connected to the router is
15When buying your router, be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including:• Internet security features, such as a firewall, to pr
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started16Installing Ethernet cards and driversAfter you have determined the type of Ethernet you are using for your
17In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you want to connect to the network.To set up a network using a router:
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started18Establishing your Ethernet network connectionNaming the computers and the workgroupMake sure that you have
19Configuring the TCP/IP protocolA networking protocol is a language computers use to talk to each other. One of several available protocols must be s
iInformation for your safety and comfortSafety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warn
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started20Testing your networkNow that your home network is set up, log onto one of your computers and access a favor
21Adding a printer to your networkInstead of plugging a printer into each of your computers, you can add a printer to your network. To add a printer t
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started222 Right-click the drive or folder that you want to share, then click Share. The Properties dialog box opens
23Sharing printersTo share printers: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens.2 Under Hardware and Sound, click Pri
Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started24Creating a shortcut to a network driveAfter a shortcut is created on a computer for a drive or folder on an
25Printing files across the networkTo print files across the network: 1 Open the file you want to print, then click Print.2 Click the arrow button to
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Chapter 327Troubleshooting
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting28First stepsIf you have problems with your computer, try these things first:• Make sure that the power cord is connected to
29Add-in cardsThe computer does not recognize an add-in card• Shut down and restart your computer.• Make sure that you have installed the required sof
: iiWarning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and/or injury.Note
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting30• Make sure that all computers are using the same Subnet Mask.• If you assigned IP addresses to the computers, make sure t
31Expansion cardsThe computer does not recognize an expansion card• Shut down and restart your computer.• Make sure that you have installed the requir
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting32• Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, then clicking Empty Recycle Bin.• Save your files to anoth
33You see a “Non-system disk” or “disk error” error message• Your hard drive may have become damaged.InternetSee also “Modem (dial-up)” on page 36.You
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting34You see an “Unable to locate host” message and are unable to browse the Internet• This problem can occur when you have typ
35KeyboardThe keyboard does not work• Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in correctly. For more information, see the poster that came with y
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting36You see a “Not enough memory” error message• Close all programs, then restart your computer.Memory card readerDrive letter
37 To check the dialing properties:1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting38• Try another telephone line (either a different telephone number in your house or a telephone line at a different locatio
39The modem is not recognized by your computer• Make sure that the line connected to the modem is working and plugged into the appropriate port on you
iiiDisposal instructionsDo not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting40The modem is noisy when it dials and connectsWhen your modem tries to connect to another modem, it begins handshaking. Han
41• Reinstall the device driver.• Connect a monitor that you know works to your computer.The color is not uniform• Make sure that the monitor warms up
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting42NetworksYou cannot connect to your company networkEvery network is unique. Contact your company computer department or net
43An audio CD does not produce sound• Make sure that the disc label is facing up, then try again.• Some music CDs have copy protection software. You m
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting44PasswordsYour computer does not accept your password• Make sure that CAPS LOCK is turned off, then retype the password.Pow
45The printer is on but will not print• Check the cable between the printer and your computer. Make sure that it is connected to the correct port.• Ma
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting463 Right-click the name of the printer you want to use. If the menu shows a check mark next to Use Printer Offline, click U
47Recovering your systemYou can solve most computer problems by following the information in “Troubleshooting” on page 27 or in the technical support
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting48Creating recovery discsIf your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you may need to re
49Recovering pre-installed software and driversAs a troubleshooting step, you may need to reinstall the software and device drivers that came pre-inst
: ivENERGY STAR is a government program (public/private partnership) that gives people the power to protect the environment in a cost effective way an
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting50Returning your system to its factory conditionIn case your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other
514 Click OK. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive. This process may take a whi
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting524 Insert the second recovery disc when prompted, then follow the on-screen prompts to complete the recovery.Creating Label
532 Click (Start), All Programs, CyberLink LabelPrint, then click LabelPrint. The LabelPrint program starts.3 Click LabelFlash, then click the green
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting544 Enter the information you want printed on the disc into the fields, such as Disc Title, Author, and the track’s Title.5
55• To change the font of the text that will be printed on the disc, double-click the box’s dotted outline, then specify the font attributes and click
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting56• To change the background, click Select in the Background Image box. You can use images included with the software, or yo
577 Click the gold CD button to continue. A message box tells you to insert an unlabeled Labelflash disc.8 Make sure that an unlabeled Labelflash disc
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting5812 When the printing of the label image is finished, the drive tray opens and the LabelFlash Wizard window displays the me
59• If you have “how to” questions about using a program, see:• Online Help• Printed documentation• The Microsoft Windows documentation• The software
v• take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders• avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders• install the external display, keyboard a
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting60
Appendix A61Regulations and safetynotices
Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices62FCC noticeThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pur
63Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiensCet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.Declaration of
Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices64List of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain,
657 Use of pulse dialing, when this equipment is connected to the same line as other equipment, may give rise to bell tinkle or noise and may also cau
Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices66technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only
67List of applicable countriesEU member states as of May 2004 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the N
Appendix A: Regulations and safety notices68
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viiChapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer . . . 1About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Front . . . . . . . .
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