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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer . . . . . 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started .... 16 Waking up your computer 17 Turning off your computer 17 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 18 Using the keyboard 19 Premium multimedia keyboard features 19 Elite multimedia keyboard features 20 Using the mouse 22 Adjusting the volume 24 Configuring the audio jacks 26 Installing a printer, scanner...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer . . . . . 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started .... 16 Waking up your computer 17 Turning off your computer 17 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 18 Using the keyboard 19 Premium multimedia keyboard features 19 Elite multimedia keyboard features 20 Using the mouse 22 Adjusting the volume 24 Configuring the audio jacks 26 Installing a printer, scanner...
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www.gateway.com Caring for your computer 78 Cleaning your computer 79 Cleaning the exterior 80 Cleaning the keyboard 80 Cleaning the monitor 81 Cleaning the mouse 81 Cleaning optical discs 81 Updating Windows 82 Using BigFix 82 Managing hard drive space 82 Checking ... 95 Add-in cards 95 Audio 95 CD or DVD drives 95 DVD drives 97 Ethernet 97 File management 98 Hard drive 99 Internet 100 Keyboard 101 Media Center 102 Memory 105 Memory card reader 105 Modem (cable or DSL 106 iii
www.gateway.com Caring for your computer 78 Cleaning your computer 79 Cleaning the exterior 80 Cleaning the keyboard 80 Cleaning the monitor 81 Cleaning the mouse 81 Cleaning optical discs 81 Updating Windows 82 Using BigFix 82 Managing hard drive space 82 Checking ... 95 Add-in cards 95 Audio 95 CD or DVD drives 95 DVD drives 97 Ethernet 97 File management 98 Hard drive 99 Internet 100 Keyboard 101 Media Center 102 Memory 105 Memory card reader 105 Modem (cable or DSL 106 iii
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www.gateway.com Component Icon IEEE 1394 ports Description Plug IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire®) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a microphone into this jack. This jack is color-coded pink. 7 This jack is color-coded green. USB ports Headphone jack Microphone jack Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into these ports.
www.gateway.com Component Icon IEEE 1394 ports Description Plug IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire®) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Plug a microphone into this jack. This jack is color-coded pink. 7 This jack is color-coded green. USB ports Headphone jack Microphone jack Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into these ports.
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... port PS/2 mouse port Expansion slot cover thumbscrew Telephone jack (optional) Power connector S/PDIF (optical) jack USB ports Digital coaxial audio jack Serial port PS/2 keyboard port Video card TV tuner card Secondary video card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Component Icon Cover release lever Case thumbscrew Kensington lock slot Security tape...
... port PS/2 mouse port Expansion slot cover thumbscrew Telephone jack (optional) Power connector S/PDIF (optical) jack USB ports Digital coaxial audio jack Serial port PS/2 keyboard port Video card TV tuner card Secondary video card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Component Icon Cover release lever Case thumbscrew Kensington lock slot Security tape...
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... cable into this jack. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack for digital audio. For more information, see "Connecting a dial-up modem" on page 16. 10 Provides digital audio... slot cover thumbscrew Telephone jack (optional) Power connector S/PDIF output jack (optional) USB ports Digital coaxial audio port Serial port PS/2 keyboard port Video card TV tuner card Modem jack (optional) Description Remove this card to unlock the expansion cards. Plug a serial device into...
... cable into this jack. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack for digital audio. For more information, see "Connecting a dial-up modem" on page 16. 10 Provides digital audio... slot cover thumbscrew Telephone jack (optional) Power connector S/PDIF output jack (optional) USB ports Digital coaxial audio port Serial port PS/2 keyboard port Video card TV tuner card Modem jack (optional) Description Remove this card to unlock the expansion cards. Plug a serial device into...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
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... computer desk and chair, make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat surface for long periods of the seat, or use ...not adjustable or is too tall, consider using an adjustable chair to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. Do not use your computer in your work area. www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine ...
... computer desk and chair, make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat surface for long periods of the seat, or use ...not adjustable or is too tall, consider using an adjustable chair to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. Do not use your computer in your work area. www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine ...
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... fan is running at high speed and a decrease in , variable-speed fan. Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power, network, mouse, and keyboard cables to your computer according to the internet or fax documents. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of your computer does not turn on...
... fan is running at high speed and a decrease in , variable-speed fan. Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power, network, mouse, and keyboard cables to your computer according to the internet or fax documents. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of your computer does not turn on...
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www.gateway.com 5 To open your computer's menus, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in Windows to turn off . 17 From that menu, you left them. If ... it up. Important If for about changing the power button mode, see the "Customizing" chapter in Sleep mode, move the mouse, press a key on the keyboard, or press the power button to save power, and saves your computer, certain components in Sleep mode, the power indicator on using your computer's main...
www.gateway.com 5 To open your computer's menus, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in Windows to turn off . 17 From that menu, you left them. If ... it up. Important If for about changing the power button mode, see the "Customizing" chapter in Sleep mode, move the mouse, press a key on the keyboard, or press the power button to save power, and saves your computer, certain components in Sleep mode, the power indicator on using your computer's main...
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...: 1 Click (Start), click the arrow next to the lock icon, then click Shut Down. Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you may need to sleep: 1 Click (Start), then click (power). CHAPTER 1: Setting Up and Getting Started To put your computer to restart... to the lock icon, then click Restart. The computer saves your computer, press a key on again. 18 Your computer turns off, then turns on the keyboard or press the power button.
...: 1 Click (Start), click the arrow next to the lock icon, then click Shut Down. Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you may need to sleep: 1 Click (Start), then click (power). CHAPTER 1: Setting Up and Getting Started To put your computer to restart... to the lock icon, then click Restart. The computer saves your computer, press a key on again. 18 Your computer turns off, then turns on the keyboard or press the power button.
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...buttons Audio playback buttons Description Press these buttons to start program actions. www.gateway.com 2 If your audio files and to adjust the volume. 19 Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is active. Press these buttons to launch your Internet home page, ...search, or e-mail programs. Press these keys to copy, cut, and paste. Using the keyboard Premium multimedia keyboard features The keyboard has several different types of keys and buttons. Press these buttons to play your computer does not turn off, press and...
...buttons Audio playback buttons Description Press these buttons to start program actions. www.gateway.com 2 If your audio files and to adjust the volume. 19 Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is active. Press these buttons to launch your Internet home page, ...search, or e-mail programs. Press these keys to copy, cut, and paste. Using the keyboard Premium multimedia keyboard features The keyboard has several different types of keys and buttons. Press these buttons to play your computer does not turn off, press and...
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... the beginning of a document, or to the end of keys and buttons. Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is turned on. These keys can also be used in Windows. Elite multimedia keyboard features The keyboard has several different types of a document. Press the corresponding key to access shortcut menus...
... the beginning of a document, or to the end of keys and buttons. Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is turned on. These keys can also be used in Windows. Elite multimedia keyboard features The keyboard has several different types of a document. Press the corresponding key to access shortcut menus...
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... the volume, click (Mute). To adjust the overall volume using hardware controls: • If you are using your computer. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on the taskbar. To restore volume, click it again. 24 To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on page 19. You can adjust volume...
... the volume, click (Mute). To adjust the overall volume using hardware controls: • If you are using your computer. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on the taskbar. To restore volume, click it again. 24 To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on page 19. You can adjust volume...
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... current still flows through the vents on the case, so keep the vents free of dust. Cleaning the keyboard You should occasionally clean the keyboard to replace it again. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you may need to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys....your computer and other peripheral devices before trying to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before cleaning any water into the vents. CHAPTER 1: Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your computer and...
... current still flows through the vents on the case, so keep the vents free of dust. Cleaning the keyboard You should occasionally clean the keyboard to replace it again. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you may need to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys....your computer and other peripheral devices before trying to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before cleaning any water into the vents. CHAPTER 1: Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your computer and...
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... computer from the network. 2 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click Disk Defragmenter. Tip Because defragmenting a drive may take hours to use your keyboard or mouse because using them back together. The Disk Defragmenter dialog box opens. 86 3 Click Defragment now. To defragment the hard drive: 1 Disconnect your computer...
... computer from the network. 2 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click Disk Defragmenter. Tip Because defragmenting a drive may take hours to use your keyboard or mouse because using them back together. The Disk Defragmenter dialog box opens. 86 3 Click Defragment now. To defragment the hard drive: 1 Disconnect your computer...
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... into your computer - First steps If you are damaged - Your computer was damaged Instead, unplug your hardware reference. The message may help Gateway Customer Care in your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an ...• If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. • If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that all connections are secure. • Make sure that you have problems with your computer, try these safety...
... into your computer - First steps If you are damaged - Your computer was damaged Instead, unplug your hardware reference. The message may help Gateway Customer Care in your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an ...• If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. • If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that all connections are secure. • Make sure that you have problems with your computer, try these safety...
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...gateway.com Connecting to a Web site takes too long Many factors can of graphics and multimedia on Web pages • Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having multiple programs open on the keyboard. • Make sure that the keyboard port works. • Reinstall the keyboard device driver. Keyboard The keyboard... is not stuck. Contact your computer. • Remove all extension cables and switch boxes. • Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can affect Internet performance: • The condition of the telephone lines in your residence or at...
...gateway.com Connecting to a Web site takes too long Many factors can of graphics and multimedia on Web pages • Having multiple Web browsers open, performing multiple downloads, and having multiple programs open on the keyboard. • Make sure that the keyboard port works. • Reinstall the keyboard device driver. Keyboard The keyboard... is not stuck. Contact your computer. • Remove all extension cables and switch boxes. • Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can affect Internet performance: • The condition of the telephone lines in your residence or at...
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... the Media Center is best viewed on your TV includes a VGA port, connect the VGA cable from Gateway. However, the connection type has an affect on the video quality. Clean the keyboard and turn off your Media Center computer, a progressive scan display device with a VGA input is not... covered in this section, go to the Gateway support Web Site at www.gateway.com. Media Center To view Media Center troubleshooting information...
... the Media Center is best viewed on your TV includes a VGA port, connect the VGA cable from Gateway. However, the connection type has an affect on the video quality. Clean the keyboard and turn off your Media Center computer, a progressive scan display device with a VGA input is not... covered in this section, go to the Gateway support Web Site at www.gateway.com. Media Center To view Media Center troubleshooting information...
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...deletes everything on only the operating system partition. 124 b While the computer is called a factory recovery. Gateway System Recovery starts, and the System Recovery Options dialog box opens. 4 Select a language and keyboard layout, then click Next. 5 Click the User name box to access important files on your computer ...will delete everything on only the primary (operating system) hard drive. The System Recovery Options menu opens. 6 Click Restore Application. If your keyboard to Gateway System Recovery window opens. 7 Click Next, click Full factory recovery, then click Next.
...deletes everything on only the operating system partition. 124 b While the computer is called a factory recovery. Gateway System Recovery starts, and the System Recovery Options dialog box opens. 4 Select a language and keyboard layout, then click Next. 5 Click the User name box to access important files on your computer ...will delete everything on only the primary (operating system) hard drive. The System Recovery Options menu opens. 6 Click Restore Application. If your keyboard to Gateway System Recovery window opens. 7 Click Next, click Full factory recovery, then click Next.
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.... A list of valid boot devices appears. 3 Press the arrow keys to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on your keyboard. You will also need to recover your system using recovery discs" on -screen instructions. 4 After Windows is complete window opens. 9 Click Finish..., then click Restart. Your computer restarts into one of the system recovery. Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you must recover your computer's pre-installed software and device drivers. Recovering your system using the Windows DVD If you install ...
.... A list of valid boot devices appears. 3 Press the arrow keys to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on your keyboard. You will also need to recover your system using recovery discs" on -screen instructions. 4 After Windows is complete window opens. 9 Click Finish..., then click Restart. Your computer restarts into one of the system recovery. Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you must recover your computer's pre-installed software and device drivers. Recovering your system using the Windows DVD If you install ...