EMachines D620 User's Guide Page 1

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xENERGY STARAcer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing feat

xiFinding your comfort zoneFind your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to a

xiiDeveloping good work habitsDevelop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive:• Take short breaks regularly a

xiiiFirst things firstWe would like to thank you for making an eMachines notebook your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs.Your guidesTo he

xivTo turn the power off, do any of the following:• Use the Windows shutdown commandClick on Start then click on Shut Down.• Use the power buttonYou

xvTaking care of your battery packHere are some ways to take care of your battery pack:• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements. Turn the

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Information for your safety and comfort iiiSafety instructions iiiCaution for Optical Drive Device (only for certain models) viiOperating environment

Traveling with the computer 14Preparing the computer 14What to take with you 14Special considerations 15Traveling internationally with the computer 15

1EnglishTouchpadThe built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your finger

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2EnglishUsing the keyboardThe keyboard has full-sized keys and an embedded numeric keypad*, separate cursor, lock, Windows, function and special keys.

3EnglishWindows keysThe keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.Key DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the same

4EnglishSpecial keysYou can locate the Euro symbol and the US dollar sign at the upper-center of your keyboard.The US dollar sign1 Open a text editor

5EnglishFrequently asked questionsThe following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are pr

6English• If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out port on the computer, the internal speakers automatically turn o

7EnglishTo start the recovery process:1 Restart the system.2 While the eMachines logo is showing, press <Alt> + <F10> at the same time to

8EnglishBattery packThe computer uses a battery pack that gives you long use between charges.Battery pack characteristicsThe battery pack has the foll

9EnglishFollow these steps again until the battery has been charged and discharged three times.Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or

10EnglishTo remove a battery pack:1 Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.2 Pull the battery from the battery bay.Charging the batter

11EnglishBattery-low warningWhen using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter.Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible afte

iiiInformation for your safety and comfortSafety instructionsRead these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all wa

12EnglishTaking your notebook PC with youThis section gives you tips and hints to consider when moving around or traveling with your computer.Disconne

13EnglishNote: If the Sleep indicator is off, the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is turned off. If the power indicator is off but the Sleep

14EnglishSpecial considerationsFollow these guidelines to protect your computer while traveling to and from work:• Minimize the effects of temperature

15EnglishSpecial considerationsIn addition to the guidelines for taking the computer home, follow these guidelines to protect your computer while trav

16EnglishSecuring your computerYour computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your comput

17EnglishEntering passwordsWhen a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen.• When the Supervisor Password is set

18EnglishExpanding through optionsYour notebook PC offers you a complete mobile computing experience.Connectivity optionsPorts allow you to connect pe

19EnglishInstalling memoryFollow these steps to install memory:1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) and remove the battery pa

20EnglishBIOS utilityThe BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS.Your computer is already properly confi

21EnglishUsing softwarePlaying DVD moviesWhen the DVD drive module is installed in the optical drive bay, you can play DVD movies on your computer.1 E

ivWarnings• Do not use this product near water.• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seri

22EnglishPower managementThis computer has a built-in power management unit that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity invo

23EnglisheMachines Recovery ManagementeMachines Recovery Management is a tool to quickly restore the system. You can back up/restore the factory defau

24EnglishBurn backup discsFrom the Backup page of eMachines Recovery Management, you can burn the factory default image or back up drivers and applica

25EnglishRestoreThe restore feature allows you to restore or recover the system from a factory default image or from previously created CD and DVD bac

26EnglishRestore Windows from backup discsNote: The following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary.To restore

27EnglishNote: * Actual product specifications may vary.If you prefer to set the boot priority for long-term use, you should select the Boot submenu.1

28English6 Press the ESC key to enter the Exit submenu, press the ENTER key to Exit Saving Changes. Press the ENTER key again to select Yes. The syste

29EnglishTroubleshootingThis chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solut

30EnglishIf you still encounter problems after going through the corrective measures, please contact your dealer or an authorized service center for a

31EnglishRegulations and safety noticesFCC statementThis device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursu

vWarning! 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: T

32EnglishRemarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiensCet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.Complia

33EnglishTBR 21This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - "TBR 21"] for single terminal connection to the Public Switche

34English5 This equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service.6 This device is equipped with pulse dia

35EnglishList of applicable countriesEU member states as of July 2009 are: Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Spain, France, Ireland, Italy, Luxembour

36English2 This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used

viGuidelines for safe battery usageThis notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. Do not use it in a humid, wet or corrosive environment. Do not put, store

viiCaution for Optical Drive Device (only for certain models)CAUTION: This appliance contains a laser system and is classified as a "CLASS 1 LASE

viiiMedical devicesOperation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately prot

ixPotentially explosive environmentsSwitch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instruction