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... frayed • liquid was spilled into the product • the product was exposed to rain or water • the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . Replace only with the supplied power...
... frayed • liquid was spilled into the product • the product was exposed to rain or water • the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . Replace only with the supplied power...
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... this jack. For more information, see "Connecting to a broadband modem or network" on page 11. CHAPTER 1: Checking Out Your Computer Component Icon Modem jack (optional) Case cover Phillips screws (optional) PS/2 mouse port IEEE 1394/FireWire port (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack (orange) Audio in (Line in : Plug an...
... this jack. For more information, see "Connecting to a broadband modem or network" on page 11. CHAPTER 1: Checking Out Your Computer Component Icon Modem jack (optional) Case cover Phillips screws (optional) PS/2 mouse port IEEE 1394/FireWire port (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack (orange) Audio in (Line in : Plug an...
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CHAPTER 3: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up files X X X Clean computer case and X peripheral devices Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: 26 Maintenance task Weekly Monthly When needed Check for viruses X X X Run Windows Update X X Manage hard drive X space Clean up hard drives X X Scan hard drive for errors X X Defragment hard drive X X Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up files X X X Clean computer case and X peripheral devices Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: 26 Maintenance task Weekly Monthly When needed Check for viruses X X X Run Windows Update X X Manage hard drive X space Clean up hard drives X X Scan hard drive for errors X X Defragment hard drive X X Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
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...on because data on top of time, unplug AC power. 27 As a general rule, your computer is not made to extreme temperature changes. www.gateway.com • Be careful not to bump or drop your computer, and do not put it . Dust and dirt can clog the internal mechanisms ... comfortable for an extended period of it in cold temperatures and can lead to permanent damage to the computer. • When storing your warranty. The case, although strong, is safest at temperatures that you . • Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. When spilled onto computer components, almost any...
...on because data on top of time, unplug AC power. 27 As a general rule, your computer is not made to extreme temperature changes. www.gateway.com • Be careful not to bump or drop your computer, and do not put it . Dust and dirt can clog the internal mechanisms ... comfortable for an extended period of it in cold temperatures and can lead to permanent damage to the computer. • When storing your warranty. The case, although strong, is safest at temperatures that you . • Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. When spilled onto computer components, almost any...
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... cable, and power cord are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Warning Make sure that you have problems with your computer, try these... steps first If you are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. 30 Try these things first: Warning To avoid bodily injury, do ...
... cable, and power cord are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Warning Make sure that you have problems with your computer, try these... steps first If you are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. 30 Try these things first: Warning To avoid bodily injury, do ...
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...Send and Receive button in your network cables and network devices (such as undeliverable • Check the spelling of the e-mail address you are not case-sensitive. • If possible, contact the intended recipient by using another method, then ask them to verify their e-mail address. 33 Check the URL..., then enter it . Check your e-mail program. www.gateway.com You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are sending you e-mails, but you have typed the URL (Web address) incorrectly.
...Send and Receive button in your network cables and network devices (such as undeliverable • Check the spelling of the e-mail address you are not case-sensitive. • If possible, contact the intended recipient by using another method, then ask them to verify their e-mail address. 33 Check the URL..., then enter it . Check your e-mail program. www.gateway.com You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are sending you e-mails, but you have typed the URL (Web address) incorrectly.
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... problems, see "Checking the hard drive for errors" on it finds. 44 The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see "Opening the case" on page 51. Check cable connections. Unplug the USB device, then restart your computer. • Your hard drive has no operating system installed... page 45. • A USB flash drive or a USB portable music player is unable to reinstall the operating system. For instructions on opening your computer case, see a "General failure reading drive C" error message • If your computer has been subjected to one of a defective area on page 51. See...
... problems, see "Checking the hard drive for errors" on it finds. 44 The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see "Opening the case" on page 51. Check cable connections. Unplug the USB device, then restart your computer. • Your hard drive has no operating system installed... page 45. • A USB flash drive or a USB portable music player is unable to reinstall the operating system. For instructions on opening your computer case, see a "General failure reading drive C" error message • If your computer has been subjected to one of a defective area on page 51. See...
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Make sure that you have installed the required software. www.gateway.com Passwords Your computer does not accept your computer's expansion slot, then reinstall the card. 47 For more information, see your expansion card's documentation. • Remove the card from your password • Windows passwords are case-sensitive. Expansion cards The computer does not recognize an expansion card • Restart your computer. • Make sure that CAPS LOCK is turned off, then retype the password.
Make sure that you have installed the required software. www.gateway.com Passwords Your computer does not accept your computer's expansion slot, then reinstall the card. 47 For more information, see your expansion card's documentation. • Remove the card from your password • Windows passwords are case-sensitive. Expansion cards The computer does not recognize an expansion card • Restart your computer. • Make sure that CAPS LOCK is turned off, then retype the password.
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..."snapshots" of these restore points to get your pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management opens. - Repeat this step for the item you can return to one of your driver and application ...click Repair Windows using Microsoft System Restore, click Start, then click Help and Support. In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you want to Step 3 after the Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Reinstall applications/drivers. www...
..."snapshots" of these restore points to get your pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management opens. - Repeat this step for the item you can return to one of your driver and application ...click Repair Windows using Microsoft System Restore, click Start, then click Help and Support. In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you want to Step 3 after the Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Reinstall applications/drivers. www...
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... message box appears. 4 Click Yes. This process may take several minutes, and may need to its factory condition In case your computer experiences problems that were pre-installed on page 56. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to its factory condition. Returning your system. You can...
... message box appears. 4 Click Yes. This process may take several minutes, and may need to its factory condition In case your computer experiences problems that were pre-installed on page 56. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2 Click the Restore tab, then click Restore system to its factory condition. Returning your system. You can...
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...your Computer 13 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management 16 Your Computer's Documentation 17 Playing Multimedia Files 18 First steps on the Net 20 Protecting your computer... Helpdesk 25 Safe Computing 25 Maintenance 25 Updates 28 Security 28 Windows Remote Assistance 33 Diagnose & Repair 34 Top Troubleshooting Cases 34 Miscellaneous Troubleshooting 39 Recovering your system 46 To recover your system 46 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers .. 46 ...
...your Computer 13 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management 16 Your Computer's Documentation 17 Playing Multimedia Files 18 First steps on the Net 20 Protecting your computer... Helpdesk 25 Safe Computing 25 Maintenance 25 Updates 28 Security 28 Windows Remote Assistance 33 Diagnose & Repair 34 Top Troubleshooting Cases 34 Miscellaneous Troubleshooting 39 Recovering your system 46 To recover your system 46 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers .. 46 ...
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... to the features of your computer and assist in your computing experience. This guide has been designed to introduce you for details). Gateway Recovery Management If you should ever encounter a problem with your computer serial number, date and place of purchase and model name on...If you call us will also help you maintain your computer and the troubleshooting steps included in case you and switched on the cover of purchase. Important Information - 3 Also, save your computer. Gateway InfoCentre To discover more about your computer, please make the most of your computer...
... to the features of your computer and assist in your computing experience. This guide has been designed to introduce you for details). Gateway Recovery Management If you should ever encounter a problem with your computer serial number, date and place of purchase and model name on...If you call us will also help you maintain your computer and the troubleshooting steps included in case you and switched on the cover of purchase. Important Information - 3 Also, save your computer. Gateway InfoCentre To discover more about your computer, please make the most of your computer...
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..., remember the following symptoms: dizziness, blurred vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of consciousness, disorientation, any kind into ventilation or case slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that may result in damage and will often require extensive work or... liquid was spilled into the product, • the product was exposed to rain or water, • the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for extended periods. Look away from the floor •...
..., remember the following symptoms: dizziness, blurred vision, eye or muscle twitches, loss of consciousness, disorientation, any kind into ventilation or case slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that may result in damage and will often require extensive work or... liquid was spilled into the product, • the product was exposed to rain or water, • the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged • the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for extended periods. Look away from the floor •...
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... or a DVD movie, Windows will display a dialog box and ask you to choose how you want to view a list of current TV shows. In many cases, you can be played through your software collection (e.g. This shows channel and network information, as well as a song or video. iTunes, Windows Media Player) or...
... or a DVD movie, Windows will display a dialog box and ask you to choose how you want to view a list of current TV shows. In many cases, you can be played through your software collection (e.g. This shows channel and network information, as well as a song or video. iTunes, Windows Media Player) or...
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... from the internet trying to access your Windows Update settings to access the internet. Note: When you first start to use a Firewall it is the case, you will know and trust wish to automatically install the latest definitions. 32 - You are also alerted if programs attempt to function properly, or even...
... from the internet trying to access your Windows Update settings to access the internet. Note: When you first start to use a Firewall it is the case, you will know and trust wish to automatically install the latest definitions. 32 - You are also alerted if programs attempt to function properly, or even...
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... below, see if they crash or run erratically (page 38) Nothing displays on the screen Power on the keyboard to get the most of the cases below may be used to solve other computer issues. If the computer is not stable (page 37) The screen displays applications, but the operating system... you will help you encounter with our computer from time to that you have switched 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 they match the problem you diagnose...
... below, see if they crash or run erratically (page 38) Nothing displays on the screen Power on the keyboard to get the most of the cases below may be used to solve other computer issues. If the computer is not stable (page 37) The screen displays applications, but the operating system... you will help you encounter with our computer from time to that you have switched 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 they match the problem you diagnose...
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...select Properties. 2. System Restore monitors the changes to previous restore point with only one application? Please also check the recommendations on the previous case (page 37) if the steps below do not notice improvement after reinstalling your program, please check the software editor's Website for more on... the cross in front of a device name, going back to the Updates chapter on www.gateway.com for the erratic application(s)? Click on the Driver tab and select Roll Back Driver. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously or right...
...select Properties. 2. System Restore monitors the changes to previous restore point with only one application? Please also check the recommendations on the previous case (page 37) if the steps below do not notice improvement after reinstalling your program, please check the software editor's Website for more on... the cross in front of a device name, going back to the Updates chapter on www.gateway.com for the erratic application(s)? Click on the Driver tab and select Roll Back Driver. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously or right...
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... to start the CD player program. Re-type them if necessary. Check exact spelling (upper and lower case, or any punctuation). Click on the speaker icon on conventional CD or DVD players. c. If this case, playback is clean and scratch free. Make sure that have just performed your online subscription with your...
... to start the CD player program. Re-type them if necessary. Check exact spelling (upper and lower case, or any punctuation). Click on the speaker icon on conventional CD or DVD players. c. If this case, playback is clean and scratch free. Make sure that have just performed your online subscription with your...
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3. Repeat this step for the item you want to complete the installation. In most cases of hard-to get your system running again. To return to a previous system condition Microsoft System Restore periodically takes 'snapshots' of your computer. Helpdesk - 47 A ...
3. Repeat this step for the item you want to complete the installation. In most cases of hard-to get your system running again. To return to a previous system condition Microsoft System Restore periodically takes 'snapshots' of your computer. Helpdesk - 47 A ...
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... be in your fax communication software documentation for use a computer or other electronic device to licensing. The telephone company may request that you in some cases, the inside wiring associated with a single-line individual service may be extended by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may be operated indoors...
... be in your fax communication software documentation for use a computer or other electronic device to licensing. The telephone company may request that you in some cases, the inside wiring associated with a single-line individual service may be extended by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may be operated indoors...