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... discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Your Computer's Documentation User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) This guide is complete. To open InfoCentre, double-click on the User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) icon on the desktop or click on the screen. Internet and Software - 17 InfoCentre, your electronic user's guide contains information...
... discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. Your Computer's Documentation User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) This guide is complete. To open InfoCentre, double-click on the User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) icon on the desktop or click on the screen. Internet and Software - 17 InfoCentre, your electronic user's guide contains information...
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... > Network and Sharing Center. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide PDA/Smartphone 7. Printer 5. Click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; Modem 4. Access point/router 2. Desktop computer 3. These two features can be dangerous to the operation of connection if you do not possess an Access Point (router). Warning: Using wireless devices...
... > Network and Sharing Center. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide PDA/Smartphone 7. Printer 5. Click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; Modem 4. Access point/router 2. Desktop computer 3. These two features can be dangerous to the operation of connection if you do not possess an Access Point (router). Warning: Using wireless devices...
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... can subscribe, in just a few clicks. 9. Quick tabs: Select and navigate through open a search provider page. www.gateway.com) and press the Enter key on the Windows desktop and take your Internet experience to another through pages you have your reach and frees you are listed below shows the... in order to keep up with your personal information). Favorites Center: Manage your favorite websites, your browsing history and your Gateway computer. There you can read news headlines, sports scores, etc. Google Desktop (optional) Google Desktop™ is updated.
... can subscribe, in just a few clicks. 9. Quick tabs: Select and navigate through open a search provider page. www.gateway.com) and press the Enter key on the Windows desktop and take your Internet experience to another through pages you have your reach and frees you are listed below shows the... in order to keep up with your personal information). Favorites Center: Manage your favorite websites, your browsing history and your Gateway computer. There you can read news headlines, sports scores, etc. Google Desktop (optional) Google Desktop™ is updated.
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... Sidebar and Google Gadgets, visually appealing mini-applications that can display anything such as your gateway to start the program. Google Desktop also helps you want it, right on the Google Desktop search icon to a world of online activities and services: visit us regularly for the ...latest information and downloads! 24 - With Google Desktop, you get personalized information when you gather new information from the Internet with on-going personalized support. Gateway is your new email, the local weather forecast to provide you started why not...
... Sidebar and Google Gadgets, visually appealing mini-applications that can display anything such as your gateway to start the program. Google Desktop also helps you want it, right on the Google Desktop search icon to a world of online activities and services: visit us regularly for the ...latest information and downloads! 24 - With Google Desktop, you get personalized information when you gather new information from the Internet with on-going personalized support. Gateway is your new email, the local weather forecast to provide you started why not...
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... is best not to use : Click on Tools and Defragment now.... 4. The information will automatically appear. Double-click on the Recycle Bin on the Windows desktop and click on Empty Recycle Bin or select only the items you delete a file from external devices, such as any changes on a regular basis to...
... is best not to use : Click on Tools and Defragment now.... 4. The information will automatically appear. Double-click on the Recycle Bin on the Windows desktop and click on Empty Recycle Bin or select only the items you delete a file from external devices, such as any changes on a regular basis to...
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... will not restore lost documents either). Helpdesk - 27 Windows System Restore does not uninstall programs. To do this , you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. If you should use Programs and Features in the Control Panel. Select Windows System Restore and click on Start > All Programs > Accessories ...> System Tools > System Restore. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. System Restore options Restore your computer to an earlier time This option will return to how it will automatically restart and open...
... will not restore lost documents either). Helpdesk - 27 Windows System Restore does not uninstall programs. To do this , you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. If you should use Programs and Features in the Control Panel. Select Windows System Restore and click on Start > All Programs > Accessories ...> System Tools > System Restore. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. System Restore options Restore your computer to an earlier time This option will return to how it will automatically restart and open...
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... remember to read the following. 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 Sleep mode, press the power button. Before calling the Customer...
... remember to read the following. 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 Sleep mode, press the power button. Before calling the Customer...
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... faulty. If you connect or disconnect the power cord to remove the device. 2. If one on the motherboard ("integrated video") and another on the Windows desktop. Check the power cord connections between your computer without the keyboard and mouse. Unplug the power cord of the computer, please ensure that if a third...
... faulty. If you connect or disconnect the power cord to remove the device. 2. If one on the motherboard ("integrated video") and another on the Windows desktop. Check the power cord connections between your computer without the keyboard and mouse. Unplug the power cord of the computer, please ensure that if a third...
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...This may cause conflict with your computer and monitor on Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. Uninstall software. The Windows desktop displays, but the operating system is a catalogue of items such as drivers, security fixes, critical updates, the latest Help files, and ...Internet products that were in Internet browser or email program? Start with the Last Known Good Configuration. When the Gateway logo appears, press F8 on Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. Click on your computer safe. Please refer ...
...This may cause conflict with your computer and monitor on Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. Uninstall software. The Windows desktop displays, but the operating system is a catalogue of items such as drivers, security fixes, critical updates, the latest Help files, and ...Internet products that were in Internet browser or email program? Start with the Last Known Good Configuration. When the Gateway logo appears, press F8 on Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. Click on your computer safe. Please refer ...
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... corner of that driver may help solve your hardware devices. 2. If the program was originally supplied with your operating system may check the Gateway Support Website on End Task. To fix this happen with System Restore. If you cannot close your program, please check the software editor's...it in front of a device name, going back to a previous time if necessary. If your computer cannot display the Windows desktop: Restart your computer up when the Gateway logo appears to -date? Is your computer, press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up -to start the Recovery Program. ...
... corner of that driver may help solve your hardware devices. 2. If the program was originally supplied with your operating system may check the Gateway Support Website on End Task. To fix this happen with System Restore. If you cannot close your program, please check the software editor's...it in front of a device name, going back to a previous time if necessary. If your computer cannot display the Windows desktop: Restart your computer up when the Gateway logo appears to -date? Is your computer, press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up -to start the Recovery Program. ...
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... the same procedure as a second set of the mouse. c. Note: Optical mice do not have a track ball and do not pick up when the Gateway logo appears to normal letter keys (on the bearings with a moist soft cloth. When the Num Lock key is connected properly (see your Installation Guide...). Gently clean the bearings in the track ball housing with a solid, blunt object. Helpdesk - 39 If your computer cannot display the Windows desktop: Restart your computer, press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up as much dust. Disconnect then reconnect the keyboard properly. Your mouse is not ...
... the same procedure as a second set of the mouse. c. Note: Optical mice do not have a track ball and do not pick up when the Gateway logo appears to normal letter keys (on the bearings with a moist soft cloth. When the Num Lock key is connected properly (see your Installation Guide...). Gently clean the bearings in the track ball housing with a solid, blunt object. Helpdesk - 39 If your computer cannot display the Windows desktop: Restart your computer, press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up as much dust. Disconnect then reconnect the keyboard properly. Your mouse is not ...
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...energy-efficient products, in the equipment. Your efforts will enable the safe collection, recycling and destruction of all regulations. Likewise, desktop computers are designed to be sorted separately for lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. 54 - You can use.... Dispose of explosion if battery is there to remind you can find more information about /corp_responsibility/environment.php. ENVIRONMENT GATEWAY'S COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Environment has been at the heart of used batteries according to the instructions. Caution: Risk ...
...energy-efficient products, in the equipment. Your efforts will enable the safe collection, recycling and destruction of all regulations. Likewise, desktop computers are designed to be sorted separately for lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. 54 - You can use.... Dispose of explosion if battery is there to remind you can find more information about /corp_responsibility/environment.php. ENVIRONMENT GATEWAY'S COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Environment has been at the heart of used batteries according to the instructions. Caution: Risk ...
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... E Electronic Program Guide 19 Email 43 Environment 54 Epilepsy warning 5 Error checking 25 eSATA 11 External hardware devices 45 F Firewall 29, 32 FireWire 11 G Google Desktop 23 H HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Free space 25 Management 26 HDMI 11 Health precautions 5 Helpdesk 25 I IEEE 1394 11 InfoCentre 7, 21 Infrared receiver 8, 11 Interference...
... E Electronic Program Guide 19 Email 43 Environment 54 Epilepsy warning 5 Error checking 25 eSATA 11 External hardware devices 45 F Firewall 29, 32 FireWire 11 G Google Desktop 23 H HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Free space 25 Management 26 HDMI 11 Health precautions 5 Helpdesk 25 I IEEE 1394 11 InfoCentre 7, 21 Infrared receiver 8, 11 Interference...
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 ... the mouse 23 Installing a printer, 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...
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 ... the mouse 23 Installing a printer, 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...
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Adding icons to the desktop 35 Identifying window items 36 Working with files and folders 38 Viewing drives 38 Creating folders 39 Copying and moving files and folders 41 Deleting ...
Adding icons to the desktop 35 Identifying window items 36 Working with files and folders 38 Viewing drives 38 Creating folders 39 Copying and moving files and folders 41 Deleting ...
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... types 117 Using a media card 118 8 Customizing Your Computer 119 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 120 Adjusting the color depth 120 Adjusting the screen resolution 122 Changing the colors on your Windows desktop 123 Changing the desktop background 125 Selecting a screen saver 126 Changing the mouse settings 128 Adding and modifying user...
... types 117 Using a media card 118 8 Customizing Your Computer 119 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 120 Adjusting the color depth 120 Adjusting the screen resolution 122 Changing the colors on your Windows desktop 123 Changing the desktop background 125 Selecting a screen saver 126 Changing the mouse settings 128 Adding and modifying user...
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4 Windows Basics Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Use the Windows desktop ■ Manage files and folders ■ Work with documents ■ Use shortcuts 31
4 Windows Basics Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Use the Windows desktop ■ Manage files and folders ■ Work with documents ■ Use shortcuts 31
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Think of a real desk. Your desktop may be different from this example, depending on how your computer is the Windows desktop. Chapter 4: Windows Basics About the Windows environment After your computer starts, the first screen you open programs and perform other tasks. Help and Support For more information about the Windows XP desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows desktop in the Search box , then click the arrow. 32 www.gateway.com The desktop is like the top of the desktop as your personalized work space where you see is set up.
Think of a real desk. Your desktop may be different from this example, depending on how your computer is the Windows desktop. Chapter 4: Windows Basics About the Windows environment After your computer starts, the first screen you open programs and perform other tasks. Help and Support For more information about the Windows XP desktop, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows desktop in the Search box , then click the arrow. 32 www.gateway.com The desktop is like the top of the desktop as your personalized work space where you see is set up.
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...must empty the Recycle Bin to programs, files, help for Windows and other programs, and computer tools and utilities. Desktop elements Description The taskbar is where files, folders, and programs that you discarded are running. For instructions on how to... buttons on the menu that are stored. Click the Start button, then open the program's window. Using the desktop Using the desktop The desktop contains the taskbar, the Start button, and the Recycle Bin icon. Click a program's button on the taskbar ... the Start button on the left and a clock on page 43. www.gateway.com 33
...must empty the Recycle Bin to programs, files, help for Windows and other programs, and computer tools and utilities. Desktop elements Description The taskbar is where files, folders, and programs that you discarded are running. For instructions on how to... buttons on the menu that are stored. Click the Start button, then open the program's window. Using the desktop Using the desktop The desktop contains the taskbar, the Start button, and the Recycle Bin icon. Click a program's button on the taskbar ... the Start button on the left and a clock on page 43. www.gateway.com 33
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... the lower left of menu items. 2 Click All Programs to see all programs and files in the Search box , then click the arrow. 34 www.gateway.com Chapter 4: Windows Basics Using the Start menu You can start programs, open it , another menu, called a submenu, opens and reveals related files, programs, or... showing you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has an arrow next to it . When you the first level of the Windows desktop. Help and Support For more using the Start menu.
... the lower left of menu items. 2 Click All Programs to see all programs and files in the Search box , then click the arrow. 34 www.gateway.com Chapter 4: Windows Basics Using the Start menu You can start programs, open it , another menu, called a submenu, opens and reveals related files, programs, or... showing you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has an arrow next to it . When you the first level of the Windows desktop. Help and Support For more using the Start menu.