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...Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Microphone jack Headphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Voltage switch Power connector Video jack (optional) PS/2 keyboard port Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) Monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack TV tuner (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Parallel port (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround left/right jack Audio in video (DVI or VGA), otherwise connect...
...Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Microphone jack Headphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Voltage switch Power connector Video jack (optional) PS/2 keyboard port Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) Monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack TV tuner (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Parallel port (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround left/right jack Audio in video (DVI or VGA), otherwise connect...
8511856 - Gateway User Guide (for desktop computers with Windows Vista)
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... SecurityCenter 63 Using Windows Security Center 67 Security updates 68 Windows Update 68 BigFix 69 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 71 Changing screen settings 72 Changing color depth and screen resolution 72 Changing the appearance of windows and backgrounds 73 Selecting a screen saver 74 Changing gadgets 75 Setting up multiple monitors 77 Changing system sounds 78 Changing mouse settings 79 Adding and modifying user accounts 80 Changing power-saving settings 81 Changing the power scheme 81 Changing accessibility settings 83 Using the Ease of Access Center 83 Using voice...
... SecurityCenter 63 Using Windows Security Center 67 Security updates 68 Windows Update 68 BigFix 69 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 71 Changing screen settings 72 Changing color depth and screen resolution 72 Changing the appearance of windows and backgrounds 73 Selecting a screen saver 74 Changing gadgets 75 Setting up multiple monitors 77 Changing system sounds 78 Changing mouse settings 79 Adding and modifying user accounts 80 Changing power-saving settings 81 Changing the power scheme 81 Changing accessibility settings 83 Using the Ease of Access Center 83 Using voice...
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... Ethernet runs at three different speeds. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your home or office. Using a router The most common way to set up of these components. This number will be the same on all computers on the network. Networking terms you should contact your ISP for any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make...
... Ethernet runs at three different speeds. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your home or office. Using a router The most common way to set up of these components. This number will be the same on all computers on the network. Networking terms you should contact your ISP for any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make...
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... a crossover cable, the wires on each end. Setting up a network for your network to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection (cable or DSL modem), we recommend the use of Ethernet you must install one. To order wired or wireless Ethernet PCI or PC cards, visit the Accessories Store at this type of Network adapters. The Ethernet device installed in front of cable. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Computer 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on the left to right). The Device Manager window opens...
... a crossover cable, the wires on each end. Setting up a network for your network to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection (cable or DSL modem), we recommend the use of Ethernet you must install one. To order wired or wireless Ethernet PCI or PC cards, visit the Accessories Store at this type of Network adapters. The Ethernet device installed in front of cable. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Computer 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on the left to right). The Device Manager window opens...
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.... If you need to download viruses or view your personal data, like credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, and personal online banking information. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on the network: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Setting up security for your network, you do not have connected the network cabling. Setting up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). Make sure that...
.... If you need to download viruses or view your personal data, like credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, and personal online banking information. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on the network: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Setting up security for your network, you do not have connected the network cabling. Setting up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). Make sure that...
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... Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), which is set up on each other. We recommend you turned on your computer. Using a DHCP server In order to "Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server." For instructions, see your network, click Start, then click Help and Support. Connecting to your network Help For more information about connecting to a wireless Ethernet network Important Each computer on your network need to use on your network. Connecting...
... Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), which is set up on each other. We recommend you turned on your computer. Using a DHCP server In order to "Obtain an IP address from a DHCP server." For instructions, see your network, click Start, then click Help and Support. Connecting to your network Help For more information about connecting to a wireless Ethernet network Important Each computer on your network need to use on your network. Connecting...
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... using a wireless Ethernet network, make sure that has built-in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. For information about wireless network security methods, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type wireless network security methods in networking. • Use a print server. 56 If you are using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them back on • Refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information • Contact your Internet service provider Adding...
... using a wireless Ethernet network, make sure that has built-in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. For information about wireless network security methods, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type wireless network security methods in networking. • Use a print server. 56 If you are using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them back on • Refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information • Contact your Internet service provider Adding...
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... as a "mirror" (duplicate) of the monitor port on your computer, see the setup poster or your Reference Guide. 3 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into the secondary monitor port on your computer. You may not represent the screens on your computer's video card supports additional monitors (it on. 4 Turn on the desktop, click Personalize, then click Display Settings. 6 Right-click the second monitor icon (labeled 2), click Attached, then...
... as a "mirror" (duplicate) of the monitor port on your computer, see the setup poster or your Reference Guide. 3 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into the secondary monitor port on your computer. You may not represent the screens on your computer's video card supports additional monitors (it on. 4 Turn on the desktop, click Personalize, then click Display Settings. 6 Right-click the second monitor icon (labeled 2), click Attached, then...
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... settings 72 changing color scheme 73 selecting screen saver 74 using 6 using Start menu 7 DHCP 54 disconnecting from Internet 19 diskette drive 31 diskette drive identifying 31 using 31 display using screen saver 74 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers updating 2 drives CD 31 diskette 31 DVD 31 DVD-RAM/-RW/CD-RW 32 identifying drive types 31 mapping network...
... settings 72 changing color scheme 73 selecting screen saver 74 using 6 using Start menu 7 DHCP 54 disconnecting from Internet 19 diskette drive 31 diskette drive identifying 31 using 31 display using screen saver 74 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers updating 2 drives CD 31 diskette 31 DVD 31 DVD-RAM/-RW/CD-RW 32 identifying drive types 31 mapping network...
8512041 - Gateway Hardware Reference Guide (5-bay uATX Case)
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... case 31 Removing the side panel 31 Removing the front bezel 32 Closing the case 33 Replacing the front bezel 33 Replacing the side panel 34 Replacing the color panel 34 Installing memory 37 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 39 Replacing the memory card reader 41 Adding or replacing a hard drive 43 Replacing the heat sink and processor 45 Adding or replacing an expansion card 47 Replacing the system battery 49 Replacing the system board 51 Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer. . . . . . 53 Setting up a maintenance...
... case 31 Removing the side panel 31 Removing the front bezel 32 Closing the case 33 Replacing the front bezel 33 Replacing the side panel 34 Replacing the color panel 34 Installing memory 37 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 39 Replacing the memory card reader 41 Adding or replacing a hard drive 43 Replacing the heat sink and processor 45 Adding or replacing an expansion card 47 Replacing the system battery 49 Replacing the system board 51 Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer. . . . . . 53 Setting up a maintenance...
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... Add-in cards 71 Audio 71 CD or DVD drives 71 Diskette drive 73 DVD drives 74 Ethernet 74 File management 75 Hard drive 76 Internet 77 Keyboard 78 Media Center 79 Memory 82 Memory card reader 82 Modem (cable or DSL 83 Modem (dial-up 83 Monitor 86 Mouse 88 Networks 88 Passwords 88 Power 88 Printer 89 Sound 90 Recovering your system 91 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 92 Using Microsoft System Restore 98 Recovering your system to its factory...
... Add-in cards 71 Audio 71 CD or DVD drives 71 Diskette drive 73 DVD drives 74 Ethernet 74 File management 75 Hard drive 76 Internet 77 Keyboard 78 Media Center 79 Memory 82 Memory card reader 82 Modem (cable or DSL 83 Modem (dial-up 83 Monitor 86 Mouse 88 Networks 88 Passwords 88 Power 88 Printer 89 Sound 90 Recovering your system 91 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 92 Using Microsoft System Restore 98 Recovering your system to its factory...
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... these ports. Plug a microphone into this jack. Connect your video camera to 3.5" diskettes. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Diskette drive (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/power indicator USB ports Video, Audio left, and Audio right jacks (optional) Use this button to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. You can also configure the power button to turn the power on . This jack is color-coded green. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external...
... these ports. Plug a microphone into this jack. Connect your video camera to 3.5" diskettes. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. Diskette drive (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/power indicator USB ports Video, Audio left, and Audio right jacks (optional) Use this button to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. You can also configure the power button to turn the power on . This jack is color-coded green. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external...
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.... Plug a modem cable into a port on your computer (Default). CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Component Icon Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional) Surround L/R speaker jack (black plug) Audio in/side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Video card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Telephone jack (optional) Description Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a stereo) into this jack so you can record sound on this card, if installed. Plug your telephone into this jack. Plug a VGA (blue connector...
.... Plug a modem cable into a port on your computer (Default). CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Component Icon Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional) Surround L/R speaker jack (black plug) Audio in/side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Video card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Telephone jack (optional) Description Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a stereo) into this jack so you can record sound on this card, if installed. Plug your telephone into this jack. Plug a VGA (blue connector...
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.... Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do not appear in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The non-Media Center computer must be played on a non-Media Center computer that your Internet account is failing. Memory Help For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Memory error" message • Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is set...
.... Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do not appear in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The non-Media Center computer must be played on a non-Media Center computer that your Internet account is failing. Memory Help For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Memory error" message • Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is set...
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... can start printing. www.gateway.com • If your computer is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that you may need to press. • Make sure that came with your computer. To set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, then click the Change Default Printer option under the Printers category. Printer The printer will not print • Check the cable...
... can start printing. www.gateway.com • If your computer is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that you may need to press. • Make sure that came with your computer. To set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, then click the Change Default Printer option under the Printers category. Printer The printer will not print • Check the cable...
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... conditions. Recovering your system Most computer problems can be to its factory condition, see "Using Microsoft System Restore" on page 98. • To completely recover your system to reinstall Windows from the Windows DVD, then recover your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs" on page 101. Type sound troubleshooter in the technical support pages at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 92. • To return...
... conditions. Recovering your system Most computer problems can be to its factory condition, see "Using Microsoft System Restore" on page 98. • To completely recover your system to reinstall Windows from the Windows DVD, then recover your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs" on page 101. Type sound troubleshooter in the technical support pages at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 92. • To return...
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... software's installation instructions. Because these discs do not come pre-installed on your pre-installed software and drivers from a set of software and driver recovery discs. However, if you ever re-install Windows from the Windows DVD or install a new hard drive, you will need recovery discs, we recommend that you prepare for software and device driver recovery You can usually recover your system, you have the opportunity. 92 CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting Recovering pre-installed software and drivers You can perform a partial recovery by using a set...
... software's installation instructions. Because these discs do not come pre-installed on your pre-installed software and drivers from a set of software and driver recovery discs. However, if you ever re-install Windows from the Windows DVD or install a new hard drive, you will need recovery discs, we recommend that you prepare for software and device driver recovery You can usually recover your system, you have the opportunity. 92 CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting Recovering pre-installed software and drivers You can perform a partial recovery by using a set...
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...Press any key on your system using the Windows DVD If you install a new hard drive or completely re-format your original hard drive, you must recover your keyboard. The Factory image recovery window opens, which shows you have a technical problem with your computer's pre-installed software and device drivers. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on -screen instructions. 4 After Windows is complete window opens. 9 Click Finish, then click Restart. Recovering your system using the Windows Vista operating system DVD. When recovery is...
...Press any key on your system using the Windows DVD If you install a new hard drive or completely re-format your original hard drive, you must recover your keyboard. The Factory image recovery window opens, which shows you have a technical problem with your computer's pre-installed software and device drivers. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on -screen instructions. 4 After Windows is complete window opens. 9 Click Finish, then click Restart. Recovering your system using the Windows Vista operating system DVD. When recovery is...
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... menu 24 optical connection 9 P Pad Lock indicator 21, 22 parallel port 9 password 88 peripheral devices 28 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 23 moving 24 ports See connections power button 7 connector 8 Hibernate mode 7 source problems 14 Standby/Resume 7 troubleshooting 88 turning off computer 18 turning on computer 17 power button 7 printer default 89 installing 28 parallel port 9 troubleshooting 89 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 19 opening 24 PS/2 port keyboard 8 mouse 9 R RAM See memory rebooting computer 19 recordable drive 6 removing...
... menu 24 optical connection 9 P Pad Lock indicator 21, 22 parallel port 9 password 88 peripheral devices 28 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 23 moving 24 ports See connections power button 7 connector 8 Hibernate mode 7 source problems 14 Standby/Resume 7 troubleshooting 88 turning off computer 18 turning on computer 17 power button 7 printer default 89 installing 28 parallel port 9 troubleshooting 89 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 19 opening 24 PS/2 port keyboard 8 mouse 9 R RAM See memory rebooting computer 19 recordable drive 6 removing...
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... serial number Gateway help make setting up your computer during electrical storms, unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Voltage switch Power connector Video jack (optional) PS/2 keyboard port Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Integrated monitor (VGA) port...
... serial number Gateway help make setting up your computer during electrical storms, unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Voltage switch Power connector Video jack (optional) PS/2 keyboard port Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Integrated monitor (VGA) port...