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Contents Getting started with Windows 4 Windows Welcome Center 7 Getting help 8 Internet 10 E-mail 11 Using CDs and DVDs 12 Safety and security 14 Improving performance 19 Restoring your system 20
Contents Getting started with Windows 4 Windows Welcome Center 7 Getting help 8 Internet 10 E-mail 11 Using CDs and DVDs 12 Safety and security 14 Improving performance 19 Restoring your system 20
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Other icons may be added depending on your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see on your screen is the Windows desktop Click (Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer's configuration. Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons..., check the latest news, or view a favorite photo This is the Windows desktop. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support in the Start menu.
Other icons may be added depending on your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see on your screen is the Windows desktop Click (Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer's configuration. Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons..., check the latest news, or view a favorite photo This is the Windows desktop. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and Recycle Bin icon. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support in the Start menu.
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... used programs Click here to open files and folders, access networking, and to change settings, or even shut down your computer For more information about Windows, see all begins. Whether you want to start a program, find a file, change settings Click here to shut down your system, the Start menu is the... here to find a file or folder Click here Click here to put your to lock your computer in computer Sleep mode Click here to see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support. 5
... used programs Click here to open files and folders, access networking, and to change settings, or even shut down your computer For more information about Windows, see all begins. Whether you want to start a program, find a file, change settings Click here to shut down your system, the Start menu is the... here to find a file or folder Click here Click here to put your to lock your computer in computer Sleep mode Click here to see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support. 5
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Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To access that has already been set up for you can see everything on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see what's on your computer. To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. From there, you . maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. To access that has already been set up for you can see everything on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see what's on your computer. To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. From there, you . maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
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To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners! Get information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! welcome to a new one Learn about the newest features in Windows Vista 7 Click Welcome Center and select an option.
To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners! Get information about your computer, as well as links to special deals from a previous computer to the Welcome Center! welcome to a new one Learn about the newest features in Windows Vista 7 Click Welcome Center and select an option.
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Click a link, do a search, or simply browse to get information 8 If you 're looking for. Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help with automated support, is a quick and easy way to find what you need additional help? need a little extra help and troubleshooting information...
Click a link, do a search, or simply browse to get information 8 If you 're looking for. Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help with automated support, is a quick and easy way to find what you need additional help? need a little extra help and troubleshooting information...
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Enjoy listening to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Note: You must have a DVD disc drive to favorite music CDs ... ( ). Put the disk into the CD or DVD drive on DVD, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays from the disc you are playing are listed... here Click these buttons to a music CD or watch a movie on your new Gateway computer. for your online user guide or Windows Help and Support. To listen to play, pause, or stop disc playback. You can also control...
Enjoy listening to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Note: You must have a DVD disc drive to favorite music CDs ... ( ). Put the disk into the CD or DVD drive on DVD, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays from the disc you are playing are listed... here Click these buttons to a music CD or watch a movie on your new Gateway computer. for your online user guide or Windows Help and Support. To listen to play, pause, or stop disc playback. You can also control...
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Make sure that the songs you want to DVD, open Windows Media Player and put a blank, writable DVD into the DVD burner on your Gateway computer. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with MP3s you rip yourself, or create a video DVD of are checked, then click Start Rip. Create ...an MP3 music file To create an MP3, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Put a music CD...
Make sure that the songs you want to DVD, open Windows Media Player and put a blank, writable DVD into the DVD burner on your Gateway computer. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with MP3s you rip yourself, or create a video DVD of are checked, then click Start Rip. Create ...an MP3 music file To create an MP3, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Put a music CD...
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... on your online user guide. keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, Windows Update, and Windows Defender-all built into Windows Vista • McAfee SecurityCenter-Reduces the chances of personal...
... on your online user guide. keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, Windows Update, and Windows Defender-all built into Windows Vista • McAfee SecurityCenter-Reduces the chances of personal...
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To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center. securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in your computers. Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you want for your computer For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in security features designed to protect you, your family, and your online user guide. 15
To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center. securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in your computers. Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you want for your computer For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in security features designed to protect you, your family, and your online user guide. 15
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To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update. Click Express to fix the problem. up-to-date security Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to download high-priority updates, including those that are security related. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure. You should update Windows regularly to keep your online user guide.
To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update. Click Express to fix the problem. up-to-date security Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to download high-priority updates, including those that are security related. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure. You should update Windows regularly to keep your online user guide.
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You can return to one of these Restore Points to a previous state when everything worked right. backing up a bit - To take advantage of your computer running again. restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center lets you roll back your computer to get your system, called Restore Points. Vista takes regular snapshots of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20
You can return to one of these Restore Points to a previous state when everything worked right. backing up a bit - To take advantage of your computer running again. restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center lets you roll back your computer to get your system, called Restore Points. Vista takes regular snapshots of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20
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... hard drive. This process deletes your computer. This lets you purchased your data files, so they must be saved on -screen instructions. 5 Click one of Windows. The System Recovery wizard opens. 4 Follow the on an external disc prior to the C:\My Backup folder and installs a new copy of the following system...
... hard drive. This process deletes your computer. This lets you purchased your data files, so they must be saved on -screen instructions. 5 Click one of Windows. The System Recovery wizard opens. 4 Follow the on an external disc prior to the C:\My Backup folder and installs a new copy of the following system...
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You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer, it will finish its setup and installation. IMPORTANT • If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the factory. Your computer will restart and Windows will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the hard drive, contact Gateway Customer Care for help. • After you restore your computer's software up to date. 23 6 Click Next, then click Yes. Recovery starts. 7 When recovery is complete, click Finish.
You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer, it will finish its setup and installation. IMPORTANT • If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the factory. Your computer will restart and Windows will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the hard drive, contact Gateway Customer Care for help. • After you restore your computer's software up to date. 23 6 Click Next, then click Yes. Recovery starts. 7 When recovery is complete, click Finish.
8511859 - FX Setup Guide
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...card (optional) Modem jack (optional) 1 Connect the mouse and keyboard If you complete the Windows setup. To access the online user guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. online SUPPORT For help and information about using your system from the computer. SERIAL NUMBER... the online User Guide or printed Reference Guide. For more information, see "Setting up camp anywhere, without notice. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Setting up to change without worrying about network cables snaking across the floor or over doorways. Actual product may vary with ...
...card (optional) Modem jack (optional) 1 Connect the mouse and keyboard If you complete the Windows setup. To access the online user guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. online SUPPORT For help and information about using your system from the computer. SERIAL NUMBER... the online User Guide or printed Reference Guide. For more information, see "Setting up camp anywhere, without notice. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Setting up to change without worrying about network cables snaking across the floor or over doorways. Actual product may vary with ...
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www.gateway.com Replacing the heat sink and processor 68 Replacing the I/O board 70 Adding or replacing an expansion card 72 Replacing the system board 74 Chapter 6: ... Cleaning your computer 84 Cleaning the exterior 84 Cleaning the keyboard 85 Cleaning the monitor 85 Cleaning the mouse 85 Cleaning optical discs 86 Updating Windows 86 Using BigFix 87 Managing hard drive space 88 Checking hard drive space 88 Deleting unnecessary files 89 Checking the hard drive for errors 90...
www.gateway.com Replacing the heat sink and processor 68 Replacing the I/O board 70 Adding or replacing an expansion card 72 Replacing the system board 74 Chapter 6: ... Cleaning your computer 84 Cleaning the exterior 84 Cleaning the keyboard 85 Cleaning the monitor 85 Cleaning the mouse 85 Cleaning optical discs 86 Updating Windows 86 Using BigFix 87 Managing hard drive space 88 Checking hard drive space 88 Deleting unnecessary files 89 Checking the hard drive for errors 90...
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... because hardware options and port locations may look different than your User Guide: • Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on the ...following topics: • Using and customizing Windows and other computer information, see your model of Gateway computer. The Support page also has links to this guide may vary. Your User Guide is...
... because hardware options and port locations may look different than your User Guide: • Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on the ...following topics: • Using and customizing Windows and other computer information, see your model of Gateway computer. The Support page also has links to this guide may vary. Your User Guide is...
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... The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your computer model and serial number.
... The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your computer model and serial number.
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Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. • Set paper holders at or slightly below the level of ... adjustable chair that the desk is at the same height and distance as the monitor. • Avoid focusing your eyes on your work area. www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the...
Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. • Set paper holders at or slightly below the level of ... adjustable chair that the desk is at the same height and distance as the monitor. • Avoid focusing your eyes on your work area. www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the...
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...computer Tip For more information on using your computer's menus, see the "Customizing Windows" chapter in Windows to do you want the computer to turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds. www.gateway.com 5 To open the What do ? Waking up .. Important If for ...some reason you cannot use the Shut Down option in your online User Guide. Turning off your computer Warning When you cannot use Windows to remove all power (such as for...
...computer Tip For more information on using your computer's menus, see the "Customizing Windows" chapter in Windows to do you want the computer to turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds. www.gateway.com 5 To open the What do ? Waking up .. Important If for ...some reason you cannot use the Shut Down option in your online User Guide. Turning off your computer Warning When you cannot use Windows to remove all power (such as for...