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... way to get information 8 Click a link, do a search, or simply browse to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer, Gateway offers several options designed to find what you need additional help? Just click (Start), then click Help...
... way to get information 8 Click a link, do a search, or simply browse to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer, Gateway offers several options designed to find what you need additional help? Just click (Start), then click Help...
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BigFix monitors your computer for information about updates specific to your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more about BigFix Details and information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from ...
BigFix monitors your computer for information about updates specific to your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more about BigFix Details and information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from ...
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... all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your model of Gateway computer. The User Guide is an in this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your... because hardware options and port locations may vary. Accessing the online User Guide In addition to -read manual that are specific to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to this guide, the User Guide has been included on the following topics: •...
... all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your model of Gateway computer. The User Guide is an in this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your... because hardware options and port locations may vary. Accessing the online User Guide In addition to -read manual that are specific to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to this guide, the User Guide has been included on the following topics: •...
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You can adjust volume using external speakers, turn the knob on the front of specific sound devices in your speakers' controls or the Windows volume controls. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on the taskbar. To restore volume, click ...
You can adjust volume using external speakers, turn the knob on the front of specific sound devices in your speakers' controls or the Windows volume controls. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on the taskbar. To restore volume, click ...
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Create RAID Volume, then press ENTER. The Create Volume menu opens. 34 The Matrix Storage Manager opens. 3 Highlight 1. To configure RAID: 1 Start (or restart) your drives may vary from the example.) 2 While the RAID option screen is open, press CTRL+i. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Creating a RAID volume Because RAID can be configured so many ways, this procedure covers only the basics. During startup, the RAID option screen appears. (Number and specifications of your computer.
Create RAID Volume, then press ENTER. The Create Volume menu opens. 34 The Matrix Storage Manager opens. 3 Highlight 1. To configure RAID: 1 Start (or restart) your drives may vary from the example.) 2 While the RAID option screen is open, press CTRL+i. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Creating a RAID volume Because RAID can be configured so many ways, this procedure covers only the basics. During startup, the RAID option screen appears. (Number and specifications of your computer.
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For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 114. 2 To .... 3 To recover device drivers that were pre-installed, click Hardware, then click Device driver recovery. 113 The Gateway Recovery Center opens. Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive, and your Start menu does not ...
For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 114. 2 To .... 3 To recover device drivers that were pre-installed, click Hardware, then click Device driver recovery. 113 The Gateway Recovery Center opens. Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive, and your Start menu does not ...
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... 5 Searching for a topic 6 BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 Gateway contact information 8 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 9 Desktop PC Front 10 Desktop PC Back 12 Identifying your model 15 Gateway model and serial number 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 Finding your specifications 16 Accessories 16 3 Getting Started 19 Working safely 20 Reducing... dial-up modem 31 Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 32 www.gateway.com i
... 5 Searching for a topic 6 BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 Gateway contact information 8 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 9 Desktop PC Front 10 Desktop PC Back 12 Identifying your model 15 Gateway model and serial number 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 Finding your specifications 16 Accessories 16 3 Getting Started 19 Working safely 20 Reducing... dial-up modem 31 Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 32 www.gateway.com i
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Using Support The Support site is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us www.gateway.com 3
Using Support The Support site is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us www.gateway.com 3
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...documents for both sales and support. For more information, see "Telephone support" on page 80. 4 www.gateway.com Upgrade Center Click Upgrade Center to get drivers specific to help you manage your computer. Chapter 1: Getting Help Support Home Click Support Home, then click Computers.... By entering your serial number you get a list of all Gateway computers. Resources Click Resources to access utilities...
...documents for both sales and support. For more information, see "Telephone support" on page 80. 4 www.gateway.com Upgrade Center Click Upgrade Center to get drivers specific to help you manage your computer. Chapter 1: Getting Help Support Home Click Support Home, then click Computers.... By entering your serial number you get a list of all Gateway computers. Resources Click Resources to access utilities...
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Chapter 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 9
Chapter 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories 9
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... size, memory type, and hard drive size, visit Gateway's Support page at accessories.gateway.com. Accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at support.gateway.com. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Finding your specifications For more information about attaching a printer. For more ... Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of printer to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. See "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 3. If your computer, such as documents....
... size, memory type, and hard drive size, visit Gateway's Support page at accessories.gateway.com. Accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at support.gateway.com. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Finding your specifications For more information about attaching a printer. For more ... Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of printer to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. See "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on page 3. If your computer, such as documents....
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...For example, the blue jack on the front of the speakers. -OR- To configure the audio jacks: 1 Connect your speaker setup. 30 www.gateway.com The Realtek dialog box opens. 3 Configure the audio jacks for something other than one purpose. This means that they are using hardware controls: ...; If you need to configure the audio jacks. The Advanced Audio Properties dialog box opens. -OR- Configuring the audio jacks If the back of specific sound devices in your Control Panel is in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To use the volume controls to...
...For example, the blue jack on the front of the speakers. -OR- To configure the audio jacks: 1 Connect your speaker setup. 30 www.gateway.com The Realtek dialog box opens. 3 Configure the audio jacks for something other than one purpose. This means that they are using hardware controls: ...; If you need to configure the audio jacks. The Advanced Audio Properties dialog box opens. -OR- Configuring the audio jacks If the back of specific sound devices in your Control Panel is in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To use the volume controls to...
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...blank spaces. If your Internet service provider. The System Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click Computer Name. 4 Click Change. www.gateway.com 87 This name identifies the computer to close the Computer Name Changes dialog box. The Control Panel window opens. Names must give... each computer on your workgroup in your network workgroup, and the name must be different than any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that your current setup. Important If you do not have for your ...
...blank spaces. If your Internet service provider. The System Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click Computer Name. 4 Click Change. www.gateway.com 87 This name identifies the computer to close the Computer Name Changes dialog box. The Control Panel window opens. Names must give... each computer on your workgroup in your network workgroup, and the name must be different than any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that your current setup. Important If you do not have for your ...
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..., 14 F Fast Ethernet 84 faxes troubleshooting 72 files opening 29 troubleshooting 66 finding Help and Support topics 6 specifications 16 Firewire port 11, 32 folders opening 29 front bezel removing 55 replacing 55 function keys 26 G Gateway model number 15 serial number 15, 16 support 16 Web address 3 Web site 3 Gigabit Ethernet 84... 27 numeric keypad 27 power 11 Scroll Lock 27 inkjet printer 16 installing battery 58 devices 32 digital camera 32 digital video camera 32 www.gateway.com 107
..., 14 F Fast Ethernet 84 faxes troubleshooting 72 files opening 29 troubleshooting 66 finding Help and Support topics 6 specifications 16 Firewire port 11, 32 folders opening 29 front bezel removing 55 replacing 55 function keys 26 G Gateway model number 15 serial number 15, 16 support 16 Web address 3 Web site 3 Gigabit Ethernet 84... 27 numeric keypad 27 power 11 Scroll Lock 27 inkjet printer 16 installing battery 58 devices 32 digital camera 32 digital video camera 32 www.gateway.com 107
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... 29 shutting down computer 24, 25 side panel removing 51 replacing 51 sound adjusting 30 controls 30 muting 30 speaker jack 14 speakers configuring 30 specifications 16 Standby mode 11 starting computer 11, 23 programs 29 static electricity 50 subnet mask entering 88 support 16 surge protector 22 S-Video (TV) out... system battery replacing 58 system identification label 15 system restore 48 T tape backup drive 17 TCP/IP protocol configuring 88 technical support 16 110 www.gateway.com
... 29 shutting down computer 24, 25 side panel removing 51 replacing 51 sound adjusting 30 controls 30 muting 30 speaker jack 14 speakers configuring 30 specifications 16 Standby mode 11 starting computer 11, 23 programs 29 static electricity 50 subnet mask entering 88 support 16 surge protector 22 S-Video (TV) out... system battery replacing 58 system identification label 15 system restore 48 T tape backup drive 17 TCP/IP protocol configuring 88 technical support 16 110 www.gateway.com