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...) to press the connect button on the keyboard (C). 6 - However, if the cordless mouse and keyboard do not work after installation, you turn your Keyboard/Mouse specifications if they are inserted correctly. 2. Then identify the mouse: • Press the connect button on the receiver (A). • Turn the mouse over . • Use a thin...
...) to press the connect button on the keyboard (C). 6 - However, if the cordless mouse and keyboard do not work after installation, you turn your Keyboard/Mouse specifications if they are inserted correctly. 2. Then identify the mouse: • Press the connect button on the receiver (A). • Turn the mouse over . • Use a thin...
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... 10 9 4 8 7 11 6 5 6 1. Multimedia and special keys (optional): These keys, usually across the top of your keyboard may allow you move through compatible applications. Please update Gateway InfoCentre for characters on your computer, change volume and access special functions or websites. Fn: Use simultaneously with a letter key to move the mouse over... select the item under the cursor, or select an entire word when typing text. 1 2. Right-click to activate and control the media player on your specific keyboard 11. Computer Basics - 7
... 10 9 4 8 7 11 6 5 6 1. Multimedia and special keys (optional): These keys, usually across the top of your keyboard may allow you move through compatible applications. Please update Gateway InfoCentre for characters on your computer, change volume and access special functions or websites. Fn: Use simultaneously with a letter key to move the mouse over... select the item under the cursor, or select an entire word when typing text. 1 2. Right-click to activate and control the media player on your specific keyboard 11. Computer Basics - 7
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...Drives The drives described below are commonly used on the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Notification Area (next to the clock). 2. Click on Gateway computers. Click on the computer you will need additional equipment; Remove the card. 1 2 Optical Drives An optical drive is limited to these drives... discs, the optical drive(s) provided with an optical drive and a network connection (i.e. Audio CD, CD-ROM, DVD). To view documentation specific to the model you have purchased, nor that allows you to make sure that you are allowed to read data such as CF (Compact...
...Drives The drives described below are commonly used on the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Notification Area (next to the clock). 2. Click on Gateway computers. Click on the computer you will need additional equipment; Remove the card. 1 2 Optical Drives An optical drive is limited to these drives... discs, the optical drive(s) provided with an optical drive and a network connection (i.e. Audio CD, CD-ROM, DVD). To view documentation specific to the model you have purchased, nor that allows you to make sure that you are allowed to read data such as CF (Compact...
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...from the computer (for example, see Removing a card from (but not 'HD' DVDs) and may read from an External Card Reader on Gateway computers. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Carefully insert a straightened paper clip into the drive before they are not using it. ✓ Most devices... (or DVD+R9 DL drives) can write to recordable CDs, all 'standard' recordable DVDs and recordable Blu-ray discs. To view documentation specific to a network ('LAN') or certain high-speed Internet connections. 10 - However, certain devices must be added or removed while the computer ...
...from the computer (for example, see Removing a card from (but not 'HD' DVDs) and may read from an External Card Reader on Gateway computers. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Carefully insert a straightened paper clip into the drive before they are not using it. ✓ Most devices... (or DVD+R9 DL drives) can write to recordable CDs, all 'standard' recordable DVDs and recordable Blu-ray discs. To view documentation specific to a network ('LAN') or certain high-speed Internet connections. 10 - However, certain devices must be added or removed while the computer ...
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.... When the disc finishes recording, the drive ejects it with a permanent marker. To open InfoCentre, double-click on the User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) icon on the desktop or click on the Check for the computer you need to update this electronic user's guide in the Burn ...Apps/Drivers Recovery disc'. 5. Continue recording discs until the process is not the only reference for your computer, giving you the help you have specific information for updates button on your computer! Insert a blank disc into the drive indicated in order to list, then click Next. The first disc...
.... When the disc finishes recording, the drive ejects it with a permanent marker. To open InfoCentre, double-click on the User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) icon on the desktop or click on the Check for the computer you need to update this electronic user's guide in the Burn ...Apps/Drivers Recovery disc'. 5. Continue recording discs until the process is not the only reference for your computer, giving you the help you have specific information for updates button on your computer! Insert a blank disc into the drive indicated in order to list, then click Next. The first disc...
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...information about your computer's components and useful tips on your computer has a TV tuner). You should also make regular visits to www.gateway.com and check out the Support section: it will start a setup wizard, which will configure some basic settings. Note: If you..., view pictures and personal videos, create CDs and DVDs, or access content from Gateway and automatically installed on your computer! Software Documentation Most of InfoCentre will contain detailed specific information on your computer. Windows Media Player Windows Media Player may use Windows Media Player...
...information about your computer's components and useful tips on your computer has a TV tuner). You should also make regular visits to www.gateway.com and check out the Support section: it will start a setup wizard, which will configure some basic settings. Note: If you..., view pictures and personal videos, create CDs and DVDs, or access content from Gateway and automatically installed on your computer! Software Documentation Most of InfoCentre will contain detailed specific information on your computer. Windows Media Player Windows Media Player may use Windows Media Player...
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...be played through your computer. PowerDVD or Windows Media Player). In many cases, you have been installed on the Web Help button in specific programs (e.g. This shows channel and network information, as well as a song or video. Playing downloaded files Downloaded files may watch Blu-... also see Windows Help and Support for use codecs to open the files. Codecs A codec is software that include DRM functions may require specific programs. Files that is equipped with a Blu-ray drive, you want to play in the error message. Cyberlink PowerDVD If your computer...
...be played through your computer. PowerDVD or Windows Media Player). In many cases, you have been installed on the Web Help button in specific programs (e.g. This shows channel and network information, as well as a song or video. Playing downloaded files Downloaded files may watch Blu-... also see Windows Help and Support for use codecs to open the files. Codecs A codec is software that include DRM functions may require specific programs. Files that is equipped with a Blu-ray drive, you want to play in the error message. Cyberlink PowerDVD If your computer...
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... the list of used and how much space is best not to use : Click on your system may take several partitions you want to run specific tasks regularly. The information will automatically appear. Uninstall the programs you can customize to defragment and click on your computer while running the Disk Defragmenter...
... the list of used and how much space is best not to use : Click on your system may take several partitions you want to run specific tasks regularly. The information will automatically appear. Uninstall the programs you can customize to defragment and click on your computer while running the Disk Defragmenter...
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... System Restore does not uninstall programs. To do this , you will not work . Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. driver installations or specific software). Note: When you changed a system setting, and it was created. System Restore monitors the changes to your computer to the Operating...
... System Restore does not uninstall programs. To do this , you will not work . Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. driver installations or specific software). Note: When you changed a system setting, and it was created. System Restore monitors the changes to your computer to the Operating...
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...... After a short pause the light should light up " the computer. 2. Nothing displays on the screen (page 34) The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays (page 36) The screen freezes when the Windows logo displays (page 36) The Windows desktop displays, but the operating system is in power... Computing section (page 25) to that you have switched on all experience problems with your monitor. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Make sure that specific case and may not be limited to get the most of the cases below , see if they crash or run erratically (page 38) Nothing...
...... After a short pause the light should light up " the computer. 2. Nothing displays on the screen (page 34) The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays (page 36) The screen freezes when the Windows logo displays (page 36) The Windows desktop displays, but the operating system is in power... Computing section (page 25) to that you have switched on all experience problems with your monitor. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Make sure that specific case and may not be limited to get the most of the cases below , see if they crash or run erratically (page 38) Nothing...
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...program, please check the software editor's Website for downloads as virus and spyware can undo harmful changes to start -up when the Gateway logo appears to your computer and restore its settings and performance, while saving your problem. If you notice that driver may not be...Start & Troubleshooting Guide This allows you to previous restore point with your hardware devices. 2. Go back to view the status of that a specific program does not work correctly, try using Windows Task Manager If you cannot close your programs to a previous time if necessary. The screen displays...
...program, please check the software editor's Website for downloads as virus and spyware can undo harmful changes to start -up when the Gateway logo appears to your computer and restore its settings and performance, while saving your problem. If you notice that driver may not be...Start & Troubleshooting Guide This allows you to previous restore point with your hardware devices. 2. Go back to view the status of that a specific program does not work correctly, try using Windows Task Manager If you cannot close your programs to a previous time if necessary. The screen displays...
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... stuck. b. The Windows main volume control needs adjusting. 40 - b. Display The Display Is Not Centred or Gets Wavy 1. If you have an LCD screen, use a specific resolution. Place your controller. 3. If the pointer moves with a power adapter, make sure that it .
... stuck. b. The Windows main volume control needs adjusting. 40 - b. Display The Display Is Not Centred or Gets Wavy 1. If you have an LCD screen, use a specific resolution. Place your controller. 3. If the pointer moves with a power adapter, make sure that it .
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... printer ON Press the printer's on the Customize button in the Notification area section. Try again later or check with your printer's user's guide for specific instructions. b. a. When Surfing the Internet, You Get an Error Message 1. You are not connected. If you purchased your printer. Click on line button Add paper...
... printer ON Press the printer's on the Customize button in the Notification area section. Try again later or check with your printer's user's guide for specific instructions. b. a. When Surfing the Internet, You Get an Error Message 1. You are not connected. If you purchased your printer. Click on line button Add paper...
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... disc's icon and select Explore. b. Double-click on the Setup (or Install) icon and follow the on your computer's specifications, please read the instructions included with a new program or hardware, please check the supplied documentation as well as the amount of... the printer in Windows See your computer's packaging. 2. Try reinstalling your computer's specifications • System Information Click on Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Information. Gateway cannot be sure all other applications are securely connected to shut down your printer cable...
... disc's icon and select Explore. b. Double-click on the Setup (or Install) icon and follow the on your computer's specifications, please read the instructions included with a new program or hardware, please check the supplied documentation as well as the amount of... the printer in Windows See your computer's packaging. 2. Try reinstalling your computer's specifications • System Information Click on Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Information. Gateway cannot be sure all other applications are securely connected to shut down your printer cable...
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... you are still having difficulties, please contact the manufacturer or retailer, or check their website for details. Check your computer's specifications (see Check your original computer hardware drivers, you may want to InfoCentre. For best results, an authorized service provider should ... manual first. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it can be necessary to open your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to uninstall. Helpdesk - 45 Click on page 44). 2. Remember to start the program's uninstall process...
... you are still having difficulties, please contact the manufacturer or retailer, or check their website for details. Check your computer's specifications (see Check your original computer hardware drivers, you may want to InfoCentre. For best results, an authorized service provider should ... manual first. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it can be necessary to open your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to uninstall. Helpdesk - 45 Click on page 44). 2. Remember to start the program's uninstall process...
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...regulations. PRODUCT DISPOSAL The 2002/96/EC Directive, known as keyboard, mouse, speakers, remote control, etc. These rules concern all Gateway products and also all accessories, such as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, requires that these products must be easily ... batteries via a battery collection scheme where available, or ask your used electrical and electronic products must be sorted separately for lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. 54 - Dispose of your retailer if you are labelled ISO 11469. You can use....
...regulations. PRODUCT DISPOSAL The 2002/96/EC Directive, known as keyboard, mouse, speakers, remote control, etc. These rules concern all Gateway products and also all accessories, such as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, requires that these products must be easily ... batteries via a battery collection scheme where available, or ask your used electrical and electronic products must be sorted separately for lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. 54 - Dispose of your retailer if you are labelled ISO 11469. You can use....
User Guide
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Contents 1 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 1 Front 2 Back 4 Identifying your model 6 Gateway model number 6 Gateway serial number 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 6 Finding your specifications 7 Accessories 8 2 Getting Started 11 Working safely 12 Reducing eye strain 12 Setting up your computer desk and chair ...scanner, or other peripheral device 24 3 Getting Help 25 Help and Support 26 Searching for a topic 26 Online help 27 Gateway Web site 28 Using eSupport 28 4 Windows Basics 31 About the Windows environment 32 Using the desktop 33 Using the Start menu 34 i
Contents 1 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 1 Front 2 Back 4 Identifying your model 6 Gateway model number 6 Gateway serial number 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 6 Finding your specifications 7 Accessories 8 2 Getting Started 11 Working safely 12 Reducing eye strain 12 Setting up your computer desk and chair ...scanner, or other peripheral device 24 3 Getting Help 25 Help and Support 26 Searching for a topic 26 Online help 27 Gateway Web site 28 Using eSupport 28 4 Windows Basics 31 About the Windows environment 32 Using the desktop 33 Using the Start menu 34 i
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Read this chapter to learn: ■ How to identify the features of your computer ■ How to locate your computer's model and serial number ■ How to locate the specifications for your computer ■ What accessories are available for your Gateway computer. 1 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer This chapter introduces you to the basic features of Authenticity ■ How to locate the Microsoft Certificate of your computer 1
Read this chapter to learn: ■ How to identify the features of your computer ■ How to locate your computer's model and serial number ■ How to locate the specifications for your computer ■ What accessories are available for your Gateway computer. 1 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer This chapter introduces you to the basic features of Authenticity ■ How to locate the Microsoft Certificate of your computer 1
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www.gateway.com 7 For more information about your computer, such as memory size, memory type, and hard drive size, go to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. The eSupport page also has links to the My Computer Info link in Help and Support or visit Gateway's eSupport page at support.gateway.com. Finding your specifications Finding your specifications For more information, see "Using eSupport" on page 28.
www.gateway.com 7 For more information about your computer, such as memory size, memory type, and hard drive size, go to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. The eSupport page also has links to the My Computer Info link in Help and Support or visit Gateway's eSupport page at support.gateway.com. Finding your specifications Finding your specifications For more information, see "Using eSupport" on page 28.
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... Each of these areas is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about connecting to the Internet, see "Using the Internet" on page 55. Visit the Gateway eSupport Web site at support.gateway.com. For more information about your system.
... Each of these areas is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about connecting to the Internet, see "Using the Internet" on page 55. Visit the Gateway eSupport Web site at support.gateway.com. For more information about your system.