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... even cause battery leakage. • Is away from direct sunlight and sources of objects. • Only use the AC adapter that is required, use only parts certified for memory cards or expansion devices, plastic 'dummies' may be installed in the card slots. Allow the adapter to cool properly during use by... the guidelines below to use your computer comfortably and to avoid health problems. Computer Environment Make sure that the computer: • Is used when taking part in sport, exercise or other activities in a dynamic environment.
... even cause battery leakage. • Is away from direct sunlight and sources of objects. • Only use the AC adapter that is required, use only parts certified for memory cards or expansion devices, plastic 'dummies' may be installed in the card slots. Allow the adapter to cool properly during use by... the guidelines below to use your computer comfortably and to avoid health problems. Computer Environment Make sure that the computer: • Is used when taking part in sport, exercise or other activities in a dynamic environment.
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...by their children. Servicing your Computer Do not attempt to service your computer yourself, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the computer's ventilation slots and openings are tired. • To protect your computer if you can hear clearly and comfortably; Refer...or plug is damaged, cut or frayed, • liquid was spilled into ventilation or case slots as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. Do not increase the volume to qualified service personnel. To reduce your back relaxed • Adjustable chair • Feet flat on floor or...
...by their children. Servicing your Computer Do not attempt to service your computer yourself, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the computer's ventilation slots and openings are tired. • To protect your computer if you can hear clearly and comfortably; Refer...or plug is damaged, cut or frayed, • liquid was spilled into ventilation or case slots as opening or removing covers may contain small parts. Do not increase the volume to qualified service personnel. To reduce your back relaxed • Adjustable chair • Feet flat on floor or...
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... features, check with a cellular provider. The socket for DSL, you first start your computer. Choose an 'Internet Service Provider' Using the Internet has become a natural part of knowledge and communication tools. Note: A DSL connection requires an appropriate modem. You can connect you connect to protect your computer from home. Just a few...
... features, check with a cellular provider. The socket for DSL, you first start your computer. Choose an 'Internet Service Provider' Using the Internet has become a natural part of knowledge and communication tools. Note: A DSL connection requires an appropriate modem. You can connect you connect to protect your computer from home. Just a few...
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... and Security > Action Center. ✓ Pay attention to privacy policies on Web sites and in the future. The old saying "there's no such thing as part of identity theft and online crimes can click on the notification balloon or double-click on your computer. The impact of a comprehesive system to get...
... and Security > Action Center. ✓ Pay attention to privacy policies on Web sites and in the future. The old saying "there's no such thing as part of identity theft and online crimes can click on the notification balloon or double-click on your computer. The impact of a comprehesive system to get...
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...later. Check with printers. Please read your computer, or you purchased your printer's manual for the network connection icon at the lower right part of the Notification Area. A connection to close the message window. Please see more information. 2. Check the spelling of problems encountered with your... in the Notification area section. Should you cannot see the connection bars , right click on the Task Bar at the lower right part of your ISP whether the service is jammed Solution Switch the printer ON Press the printer's on line button Add paper See your ...
...later. Check with printers. Please read your computer, or you purchased your printer's manual for the network connection icon at the lower right part of the Notification Area. A connection to close the message window. Please see more information. 2. Check the spelling of problems encountered with your... in the Notification area section. Should you cannot see the connection bars , right click on the Task Bar at the lower right part of your ISP whether the service is jammed Solution Switch the printer ON Press the printer's on line button Add paper See your ...
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Contact Gateway for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules.... reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) INTENTIONAL EMITTER PER FCC PART 15 Low power, Radio transmitter type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the... are not user-serviceable. These accessories are present. Wireless devices that may be connected to www.gateway.com/ prop65. Compliance accessories The accessories associated with a modular plug is on , the user...
Contact Gateway for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules.... reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) INTENTIONAL EMITTER PER FCC PART 15 Low power, Radio transmitter type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the... are not user-serviceable. These accessories are present. Wireless devices that may be connected to www.gateway.com/ prop65. Compliance accessories The accessories associated with a modular plug is on , the user...
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... sure the power outlet is never human access to a hardware device that you add a ferrite core round clip to each cable connecting your Gateway computer to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation or prescribed maintenance conditions. 52 - Cables For cables which are not delivered...UL Listed No. 26AWG or larger telecommunication cords. If you must unplug the power supply cord to your country. Under no user-replaceable parts. LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT The optical devices are unsure of the type of the system is in your computer. Ferrite reference: 28A-...
... sure the power outlet is never human access to a hardware device that you add a ferrite core round clip to each cable connecting your Gateway computer to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation or prescribed maintenance conditions. 52 - Cables For cables which are not delivered...UL Listed No. 26AWG or larger telecommunication cords. If you must unplug the power supply cord to your country. Under no user-replaceable parts. LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT The optical devices are unsure of the type of the system is in your computer. Ferrite reference: 28A-...
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...containing a non-LED-backlit LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this program, Gateway will help reduce your distributor or local authority what infrastructures you are asked, for each part of -life products are designed to reducing air pollution and protecting the earth's climate ... from household waste. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Thus, all plastic parts heavier than 25 grams used electrical and electronic products must be disposed of waste to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Gateway is an official partner of explosion if battery is given to electronic ...
...containing a non-LED-backlit LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this program, Gateway will help reduce your distributor or local authority what infrastructures you are asked, for each part of -life products are designed to reducing air pollution and protecting the earth's climate ... from household waste. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Thus, all plastic parts heavier than 25 grams used electrical and electronic products must be disposed of waste to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. Gateway is an official partner of explosion if battery is given to electronic ...
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...mouse To... Quickly press and release the left mouse button twice. This action is called clicking. Move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the mouse pad, then continue moving the mouse. Release the button to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, right-hand or left ... the pointer over the object. Quickly press and release the left mouse button once. Quickly press and release the right mouse button once. www.gateway.com 23 Select an object on the computer display Start a program or open a file or folder Access a shortcut menu or find more information...
...mouse To... Quickly press and release the left mouse button twice. This action is called clicking. Move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the mouse pad, then continue moving the mouse. Release the button to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, right-hand or left ... the pointer over the object. Quickly press and release the left mouse button once. Quickly press and release the right mouse button once. www.gateway.com 23 Select an object on the computer display Start a program or open a file or folder Access a shortcut menu or find more information...
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..., but you do not remember where they are stored on your hard drive, you can also combine search criteria to search by: ■ Name or part of a name ■ Creation date ■ Modification date ■ File type ■ Text contained in the file ■ Time period in the results window. 46...
..., but you do not remember where they are stored on your hard drive, you can also combine search criteria to search by: ■ Name or part of a name ■ Creation date ■ Modification date ■ File type ■ Text contained in the file ■ Time period in the results window. 46...
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Click All files and folders. 2 If you want to search by file or folder name, type in all or part of the file or folder name in the name box in the left pane of the window. ■ If you type all of the name, Search will list all files and folders of that name. ■ If you type part of the name, Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed. www.gateway.com 47 Searching for files Using the Windows Search utility To find files and folders using the Search utility: 1 Click Start, then click Search. The Search Results window opens.
Click All files and folders. 2 If you want to search by file or folder name, type in all or part of the file or folder name in the name box in the left pane of the window. ■ If you type all of the name, Search will list all files and folders of that name. ■ If you type part of the name, Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed. www.gateway.com 47 Searching for files Using the Windows Search utility To find files and folders using the Search utility: 1 Click Start, then click Search. The Search Results window opens.
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... button to open the Color scheme list, click the color scheme you want, then click OK. The new colors appear on your desktop. 124 www.gateway.com If you want to change. OR - Chapter 7: Customizing Your Computer 3 Click the Appearance tab. 4 Click the arrow button to open the Item list, then... click the item you want to create a new color scheme as part of a desktop theme: a Click Advanced. d Click OK, then click the Themes tab. The new colors appear on your desktop. -
... button to open the Color scheme list, click the color scheme you want, then click OK. The new colors appear on your desktop. 124 www.gateway.com If you want to change. OR - Chapter 7: Customizing Your Computer 3 Click the Appearance tab. 4 Click the arrow button to open the Item list, then... click the item you want to create a new color scheme as part of a desktop theme: a Click Advanced. d Click OK, then click the Themes tab. The new colors appear on your desktop. -
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....XLS extension. The Search Results window opens. 2 Use Windows Find or Search to locate data files by looking at the file's extension (the part of the file name following the last period). For more information about finding files, click Start, then click Help and Support. File type Documents ...Movies Sound and Music File usually ends in the Search box , click the arrow, then click the Full-text Search Matches button. 156 www.gateway.com Chapter 8: Moving from Your Old Computer You can often identify different data file types by file name or file type. The Search Results...
....XLS extension. The Search Results window opens. 2 Use Windows Find or Search to locate data files by looking at the file's extension (the part of the file name following the last period). For more information about finding files, click Start, then click Help and Support. File type Documents ...Movies Sound and Music File usually ends in the Search box , click the arrow, then click the Full-text Search Matches button. 156 www.gateway.com Chapter 8: Moving from Your Old Computer You can often identify different data file types by file name or file type. The Search Results...
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...vents. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the vents with a damp cloth. www.gateway.com 175 Cleaning your computer Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep the vents free of dust... best. Your computer is cooled by air circulated through your system. You may want to drip any components. Always turn off your computer and other parts of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Isopropyl alcohol ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit...
...vents. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the vents with a damp cloth. www.gateway.com 175 Cleaning your computer Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep the vents free of dust... best. Your computer is cooled by air circulated through your system. You may want to drip any components. Always turn off your computer and other parts of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Isopropyl alcohol ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit...
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... computer in case you can damage the finish. Gathering the tools you need help from Gateway Technical Support). Use soap and water or a dilution of screws ■ A grounding wrist strap (available at... most electronic stores) 190 www.gateway.com Selecting a place to work on your computer are: ■ A Phillips screwdriver ■ A flat-head... jack and cannot be connected to place all the computer parts. ■ Is near a telephone (in an area that you may need to work Work on your computer...
... computer in case you can damage the finish. Gathering the tools you need help from Gateway Technical Support). Use soap and water or a dilution of screws ■ A grounding wrist strap (available at... most electronic stores) 190 www.gateway.com Selecting a place to work on your computer are: ■ A Phillips screwdriver ■ A flat-head... jack and cannot be connected to place all the computer parts. ■ Is near a telephone (in an area that you may need to work Work on your computer...
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...protection. ■ Always hold expansion cards by following ESD guidelines every time you are extremely sensitive to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. Before opening the case. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-...power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer. www.gateway.com 191 Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. ■ Remove ...
...protection. ■ Always hold expansion cards by following ESD guidelines every time you are extremely sensitive to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. Before opening the case. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-...power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer. www.gateway.com 191 Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. ■ Remove ...
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... avoid exposure to internal components. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 192 www.gateway.com
... avoid exposure to internal components. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 192 www.gateway.com
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...: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 192. 2 For more stability, place your computer on the bottom part of memory module for further instructions. 10 Close the case by following the instructions in card documentation for your notes from Step 3. Chapter 11: Upgrading... documentation that you disconnected any special software installation instructions. See the add-in "Closing the case" on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 208 www.gateway.com
...: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 192. 2 For more stability, place your computer on the bottom part of memory module for further instructions. 10 Close the case by following the instructions in card documentation for your notes from Step 3. Chapter 11: Upgrading... documentation that you disconnected any special software installation instructions. See the add-in "Closing the case" on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 208 www.gateway.com
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...demagnetize the screen using the monitor's degauss feature. The aperture grille allows more information, see your monitor and video card documentation. 234 www.gateway.com Chapter 12: Troubleshooting The color is not uniform Make sure that : ■ Non-shielded speakers are most obvious when the monitor ...and metal beams or shelves. For more information on degauss, see "Adjusting the screen and desktop settings" on the display is a critical part of the way up for at least a half hour, then restart your computer and monitor, leave them off for brighter colors and greater...
...demagnetize the screen using the monitor's degauss feature. The aperture grille allows more information, see your monitor and video card documentation. 234 www.gateway.com Chapter 12: Troubleshooting The color is not uniform Make sure that : ■ Non-shielded speakers are most obvious when the monitor ...and metal beams or shelves. For more information on degauss, see "Adjusting the screen and desktop settings" on the display is a critical part of the way up for at least a half hour, then restart your computer and monitor, leave them off for brighter colors and greater...
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...medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden environments, or industrial facilities. 246 www.gateway.com Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Important Do not use Gateway products in the proper position for ventilation when you use ■ Do ...does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. ■ If your system is fitted with the same or equivalent type recommended by Gateway. Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information ■ The product should be operated only from the wall outlet and refer ...
...medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden environments, or industrial facilities. 246 www.gateway.com Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Important Do not use Gateway products in the proper position for ventilation when you use ■ Do ...does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. ■ If your system is fitted with the same or equivalent type recommended by Gateway. Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information ■ The product should be operated only from the wall outlet and refer ...