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Planning your Media Center setup 4 Getting ready to set up Media Center resources 6 Setting up Media Center hardware 8 Setting up optional computer connections 11 Turning on and setting up software 14 Learning about the remote control 17 Using Media Center 18 Media Center FAQs 22 Getting more information 25 Note: Your computer may vary from the following illustrations. 3
Planning your Media Center setup 4 Getting ready to set up Media Center resources 6 Setting up Media Center hardware 8 Setting up optional computer connections 11 Turning on and setting up software 14 Learning about the remote control 17 Using Media Center 18 Media Center FAQs 22 Getting more information 25 Note: Your computer may vary from the following illustrations. 3
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For more information about selecting the TV In video source, see your TV's documentation. 12 OR OR 3 Turn the TV on the back of your TV. 1 Connect a VGA cable (not included) or S-Video cable (not included) to the VGA port or S-Video jack on the back of your computer. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the VGA port or S-Video jack on and select the TV In video source.
For more information about selecting the TV In video source, see your TV's documentation. 12 OR OR 3 Turn the TV on the back of your TV. 1 Connect a VGA cable (not included) or S-Video cable (not included) to the VGA port or S-Video jack on the back of your computer. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the VGA port or S-Video jack on and select the TV In video source.
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Turning on your sound system (optional) is turned on. 2 Follow the Windows setup screens. 3 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the front of the Media Center computer. Make sure that your system and setting up . 1 Press the power button on the front of the monitor or TV, then press the power button on the power and complete the Media Center set up software After the computer components are connected, you're ready to complete the device setup. 14
Turning on your sound system (optional) is turned on. 2 Follow the Windows setup screens. 3 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the front of the Media Center computer. Make sure that your system and setting up . 1 Press the power button on the front of the monitor or TV, then press the power button on the power and complete the Media Center set up software After the computer components are connected, you're ready to complete the device setup. 14
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... Speaker Settings section. Configuring your speakers After you have connected your sound system and set up Media Center, select speaker setup options on your computer. 1 Turn on your speaker setup. 16
... Speaker Settings section. Configuring your speakers After you have connected your sound system and set up Media Center, select speaker setup options on your computer. 1 Turn on your speaker setup. 16
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...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 ... Protecting from power source problems 22 Checking the voltage selection 22 Starting your computer 23 Waking up your computer 24 Turning off your computer 24 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 25 Using the keyboard 26 Keyboard features 26 Using the mouse ...
...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 ... Protecting from power source problems 22 Checking the voltage selection 22 Starting your computer 23 Waking up your computer 24 Turning off your computer 24 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 25 Using the keyboard 26 Keyboard features 26 Using the mouse ...
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Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Press this button to turn the power on page 32. This jack is color-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device"...on or off. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Lights when the computer is turned on page 32. This jack is color-coded orange. www.gateway.com 11 For more information about your drive, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this jack. Plug ...
Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Press this button to turn the power on page 32. This jack is color-coded red or pink. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device"...on or off. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Lights when the computer is turned on page 32. This jack is color-coded orange. www.gateway.com 11 For more information about your drive, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other devices into this jack. Plug ...
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..." in the correct position for the correct power available. Plug a parallel device (such as a printer) into this optional jack. Before turning on your computer, make sure that this , the voltage switch should always be moved to this when your computer is operating in an... the cable into an S-Video jack on a television. Plug a standard S-Video cable into this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Component Icon Power connector Case cover thumbscrews Rear speaker jack (black plug) (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394 ports Parallel port S-...
..." in the correct position for the correct power available. Plug a parallel device (such as a printer) into this optional jack. Before turning on your computer, make sure that this , the voltage switch should always be moved to this when your computer is operating in an... the cable into an S-Video jack on a television. Plug a standard S-Video cable into this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Component Icon Power connector Case cover thumbscrews Rear speaker jack (black plug) (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394 ports Parallel port S-...
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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Installing peripheral devices 19
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Installing peripheral devices 19
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...use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 22 www.gateway.com Although you cannot run your computer long enough to set at 60 Hz. The power supply should be moved to your computer normally....Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. To verify that your system has the correct setting for your location before turning on the back of electricity coming into your computer. In other areas of the world, such as this, the voltage switch should always...
...use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 22 www.gateway.com Although you cannot run your computer long enough to set at 60 Hz. The power supply should be moved to your computer normally....Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. To verify that your system has the correct setting for your location before turning on the back of electricity coming into your computer. In other areas of the world, such as this, the voltage switch should always...
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... ensure proper system cooling. You may notice an increase in variable speed fan. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on -screen instructions to the correct voltage position. In addition, your computer. www.gateway.com 23 Starting your computer To set the voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers ... processor which produces heat. Important Your computer has a built-in the fan noise when the fan is running at times to normal speed. 4 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to set up your computer.
... ensure proper system cooling. You may notice an increase in variable speed fan. See the setup poster. 2 Turn on -screen instructions to the correct voltage position. In addition, your computer. www.gateway.com 23 Starting your computer To set the voltage selection switch: ■ Use a tool such as printers ... processor which produces heat. Important Your computer has a built-in the fan noise when the fan is running at times to normal speed. 4 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to set up your computer.
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...guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer is in the power supply and system board remain energized. If your computer. Turning off your computer Warning When you have not turned off your computer, certain components in Standby mode,... the mouse or press the power button to "wake" it up your computer When you turn off your computer, it . 24 www.gateway.com The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem...
...guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer is in the power supply and system board remain energized. If your computer. Turning off your computer Warning When you have not turned off your computer, certain components in Standby mode,... the mouse or press the power button to "wake" it up your computer When you turn off your computer, it . 24 www.gateway.com The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Chapter 3: Getting Started Waking up . We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem...
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As a part of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. 5 If your computer does not respond, turn it off, wait ten seconds, then turn off, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it on again. The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the ...Applications tab, then click the program that are finished, Windows starts. Important If your computer does not turn it . www.gateway.com 25 When the checks are not responding. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your computer to normal operation, you may have to...
As a part of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. 5 If your computer does not respond, turn it off, wait ten seconds, then turn off, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it on again. The Task Manager window opens. 2 Click the ...Applications tab, then click the program that are finished, Windows starts. Important If your computer does not turn it . www.gateway.com 25 When the checks are not responding. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your computer to normal operation, you may have to...
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Directional keys Numeric keypad Press these keys to open the Windows Start menu. www.gateway.com 27 Press this key to activate the function. These keys can also be used in Windows. Press these keys to open utilities like F (Search ... the corresponding key to access shortcut menus and help assistants in combination with other keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad (NUM LOCK) is turned on.
Directional keys Numeric keypad Press these keys to open the Windows Start menu. www.gateway.com 27 Press this key to activate the function. These keys can also be used in Windows. Press these keys to open utilities like F (Search ... the corresponding key to access shortcut menus and help assistants in combination with other keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad (NUM LOCK) is turned on.
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...Adjusting the volume You can use the audio jacks for something other than one purpose. To adjust the overall volume level using external speakers, turn the knob on page 12. For more than the default audio device, you are universal jacks. Click/Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices,.... The Realtek dialog box opens. 3 Configure the audio jacks for more information, see "Adjusting the Volume" in your speaker setup. 30 www.gateway.com The Control Panel window opens. Use the mute and volume control buttons on your hard drive. Tips & Tricks For instructions on how to the...
...Adjusting the volume You can use the audio jacks for something other than one purpose. To adjust the overall volume level using external speakers, turn the knob on page 12. For more than the default audio device, you are universal jacks. Click/Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices,.... The Realtek dialog box opens. 3 Configure the audio jacks for more information, see "Adjusting the Volume" in your speaker setup. 30 www.gateway.com The Control Panel window opens. Use the mute and volume control buttons on your hard drive. Tips & Tricks For instructions on how to the...
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...memory card in the taskbar to stop blinking, then pull the memory card out of the slot. Caution Do not remove the memory card or turn off the computer while the memory card reader access indicator is blinking. icon in a slot at a time. Also, remove the memory card from... the reader before you turn off the computer. Double-click the drive letter (for the memory card reader access indicator to remove 36 www.gateway.com To use the remove hardware the memory card. You could lose data.
...memory card in the taskbar to stop blinking, then pull the memory card out of the slot. Caution Do not remove the memory card or turn off the computer while the memory card reader access indicator is blinking. icon in a slot at a time. Also, remove the memory card from... the reader before you turn off the computer. Double-click the drive letter (for the memory card reader access indicator to remove 36 www.gateway.com To use the remove hardware the memory card. You could lose data.
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... virus: 1 If Norton Internet Security finds a virus, follow all on-screen instructions to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer and leave it off for at least 30 seconds. 3 Turn on your computer from viruses 4 Click the type of scan you want to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All .... To update Norton Internet Security after the free subscription period, you are connected to make in the Scan for Viruses area. www.gateway.com 45 The LiveUpdate wizard opens. 3 Click Scan for the virus. Protecting your computer and rescan for Viruses. Norton Internet Security opens. ...
... virus: 1 If Norton Internet Security finds a virus, follow all on-screen instructions to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer and leave it off for at least 30 seconds. 3 Turn on your computer from viruses 4 Click the type of scan you want to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All .... To update Norton Internet Security after the free subscription period, you are connected to make in the Scan for Viruses area. www.gateway.com 45 The LiveUpdate wizard opens. 3 Click Scan for the virus. Protecting your computer and rescan for Viruses. Norton Internet Security opens. ...
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... occasionally by air circulated through your computer. Always turn the keyboard upside down your computer, the power turns off and unplugged, brush the dust away from dust helps keep the vents free of your computer. Do not use it . 46 www.gateway.com Be careful not to replace it again. ...Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before cleaning any water into the vents. With your computer turned off , but some electrical current still flows through the vents on...
... occasionally by air circulated through your computer. Always turn the keyboard upside down your computer, the power turns off and unplugged, brush the dust away from dust helps keep the vents free of your computer. Do not use it . 46 www.gateway.com Be careful not to replace it again. ...Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before cleaning any water into the vents. With your computer turned off , but some electrical current still flows through the vents on...
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www.gateway.com 49 To restore your computer, then press F11. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring your system Restoring your computer to the original configuration If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to restore your computer to the original configuration: 1 Turn on your computer to the original configuration.
www.gateway.com 49 To restore your computer, then press F11. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring your system Restoring your computer to the original configuration If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to restore your computer to the original configuration: 1 Turn on your computer to the original configuration.
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...To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. 50 www.gateway.com Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you...surface on the cards. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, ...follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and ...
...To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. 50 www.gateway.com Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you...surface on the cards. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, ...follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and ...
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Thumbscrews www.gateway.com 51 Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 4 Remove the two thumbscrews from the side panel, then swing the back of the side panel away from your computer, then unplug ...
Thumbscrews www.gateway.com 51 Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 4 Remove the two thumbscrews from the side panel, then swing the back of the side panel away from your computer, then unplug ...