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... a speaker bar, follow the instructions that came with the device. Product specifications subject to the Ethernet jack and a cable mode, DSL modem, or network jack. 7 Turn on the power ( ) Turn on using your Gateway computer, see the User Guide or Reference Guide that came with it ® into one of...
... a speaker bar, follow the instructions that came with the device. Product specifications subject to the Ethernet jack and a cable mode, DSL modem, or network jack. 7 Turn on the power ( ) Turn on using your Gateway computer, see the User Guide or Reference Guide that came with it ® into one of...
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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 . ..... 14 Preparing power connections 14 Protecting from power source problems 14 Checking the voltage selection 15 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 15 Connecting a dial-up modem 16 Starting your computer 16 Waking up your computer 17 Turning off your computer 17 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 18...
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 . ..... 14 Preparing power connections 14 Protecting from power source problems 14 Checking the voltage selection 15 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 15 Connecting a dial-up modem 16 Starting your computer 16 Waking up your computer 17 Turning off your computer 17 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 18...
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www.gateway.com Using BigFix 62 Managing hard drive space 62 Checking hard drive space 63 Deleting unnecessary files 64 Checking the hard drive for errors 64 ... Expansion cards 78 File management 78 Floppy drive 78 Hard drive 79 Internet 79 Keyboard 81 Media Center 82 Memory 84 Memory card reader 85 Modem (cable or DSL 85 Modem (dial-up 85 Monitor 89 Mouse 89 Networks 90 iii
www.gateway.com Using BigFix 62 Managing hard drive space 62 Checking hard drive space 63 Deleting unnecessary files 64 Checking the hard drive for errors 64 ... Expansion cards 78 File management 78 Floppy drive 78 Hard drive 79 Internet 79 Keyboard 81 Media Center 82 Memory 84 Memory card reader 85 Modem (cable or DSL 85 Modem (dial-up 85 Monitor 89 Mouse 89 Networks 90 iii
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... for digital sound. Connect this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other device" on page 32. www.gateway.com Component Icon USB ports S/PDIF output jack (optional) Microphone jack (pink plug) Headphone/analog speakers jack (green plug) -ORFront speakers jack...32. Plug a microphone into this screw before opening the case. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. For more information, see "Learning about the Internet" in the online User Guide. Plug a ...
... for digital sound. Connect this jack. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other device" on page 32. www.gateway.com Component Icon USB ports S/PDIF output jack (optional) Microphone jack (pink plug) Headphone/analog speakers jack (green plug) -ORFront speakers jack...32. Plug a microphone into this screw before opening the case. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a DSL or cable modem for a broadband Internet connection) into this jack. For more information, see "Learning about the Internet" in the online User Guide. Plug a ...
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... for one of the following: Stereo in ) jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Video card (optional) Audio card (optional) TV tuner card Modem jack (optional, not shown) Telephone jack (optional, not shown) Description Plug your rear right and left and right speakers into this jack. Plug a... video tuner or antenna into this card, if installed. For more information, see "Connecting a dial-up modem" on page 16. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 31. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on...
... for one of the following: Stereo in ) jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Video card (optional) Audio card (optional) TV tuner card Modem jack (optional, not shown) Telephone jack (optional, not shown) Description Plug your rear right and left and right speakers into this jack. Plug a... video tuner or antenna into this card, if installed. For more information, see "Connecting a dial-up modem" on page 16. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 31. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on...
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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 • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Using the diskette drive • 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 • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Using the diskette drive • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
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...your computer. If you work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with your back straight so your wrists. Although you cannot run your computer long...excessive repetition. • Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. • Avoid twisting your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Sitting at your computer • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your knees, hips, and elbows ...
...your computer. If you work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with your back straight so your wrists. Although you cannot run your computer long...excessive repetition. • Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. • Avoid twisting your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Sitting at your computer • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your knees, hips, and elbows ...
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...as while in your computer, near the power cable connector. If your computer is located on the back of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. 15 The switch is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be set to this switch is set... your online User Guide. To set the voltage selection switch: 1 Disconnect your system will be equipped with a built-in the United States. www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your computer to set the voltage to 115V or 230V. To connect to a broadband...
...as while in your computer, near the power cable connector. If your computer is located on the back of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. 15 The switch is operating in cards, and peripheral devices. The power supply should be set to this switch is set... your online User Guide. To set the voltage selection switch: 1 Disconnect your system will be equipped with a built-in the United States. www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your computer to set the voltage to 115V or 230V. To connect to a broadband...
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... heat and has its setup instructions. 16 If you are starting your computer for its own cooling fan. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on the front of your computer. Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power, network, mouse, and ... digital or PBX telephone lines.) 3 If you want, you can run at different speeds at the back of your computer. You may have a 56K modem that came with each device for the first time, follow the on any USB or audio peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, and speakers. In...
... heat and has its setup instructions. 16 If you are starting your computer for its own cooling fan. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on the front of your computer. Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power, network, mouse, and ... digital or PBX telephone lines.) 3 If you want, you can run at different speeds at the back of your computer. You may have a 56K modem that came with each device for the first time, follow the on any USB or audio peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, and speakers. In...
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... restore power, the programs are laid out just as you have not used for long periods. To put your computer's Start menu, click (Start). www.gateway.com 5 To open your computer to sleep: 1 Click (Start), then click (power). For more information about five seconds, then release it may enter a...From that menu, you turn off . Although it does not turn your session and partially shuts down your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from your computer. If the computer remains in the power supply and system board remain energized. In order to save power, and saves your...
... restore power, the programs are laid out just as you have not used for long periods. To put your computer's Start menu, click (Start). www.gateway.com 5 To open your computer to sleep: 1 Click (Start), then click (power). For more information about five seconds, then release it may enter a...From that menu, you turn off . Although it does not turn your session and partially shuts down your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from your computer. If the computer remains in the power supply and system board remain energized. In order to save power, and saves your...
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... at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer. • Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case. Avoid... and moving parts, turn off your computer. • Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. • Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. 34
... at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer. • Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case. Avoid... and moving parts, turn off your computer. • Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. • Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. 34
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... two captive thumbscrews on page 34. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button for ten seconds to internal components. www.gateway.com Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to drain any residual power from your...
... two captive thumbscrews on page 34. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button for ten seconds to internal components. www.gateway.com Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to drain any residual power from your...
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... off your computer and other peripheral devices before cleaning any water into the vents. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the vents with a narrow, straw-like extension • Cotton swabs • An optical disc drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior...
... off your computer and other peripheral devices before cleaning any water into the vents. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the vents with a narrow, straw-like extension • Cotton swabs • An optical disc drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior...
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... Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Type the keyword/phrase troubleshooting in a program, see "Preventing static electricity discharge" on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC power outlet and...
... Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Type the keyword/phrase troubleshooting in a program, see "Preventing static electricity discharge" on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC power outlet and...
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...connections have lost your Internet connection, or your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that your account with your ISP may be having technical difficulties. See your setup poster to the Internet • If you ...still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your Internet service provider (ISP) is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack. You cannot connect to make sure that the connections have a problem with your browser, then reconnect and open the browser. Type ...
...connections have lost your Internet connection, or your ISP technical support for help. • Make sure that you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that your account with your ISP may be having technical difficulties. See your setup poster to the Internet • If you ...still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your Internet service provider (ISP) is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack. You cannot connect to make sure that the connections have a problem with your browser, then reconnect and open the browser. Type ...
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...additional troubleshooting information. Also make sure that the connections have additional telephone services such as call waiting, call waiting is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. Enter the information for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the telephone wall... from your telephone line, then check for your telephone service to get the correct code to make sure that the modem cable is disabled before using the modem. See your setup poster to temporarily disable the service. To check the dialing properties: 1 Click (Start), then click...
...additional troubleshooting information. Also make sure that the connections have additional telephone services such as call waiting, call waiting is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. Enter the information for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the telephone wall... from your telephone line, then check for your telephone service to get the correct code to make sure that the modem cable is disabled before using the modem. See your setup poster to temporarily disable the service. To check the dialing properties: 1 Click (Start), then click...
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... line levels. • Try another telephone line (either a different telephone number in your ISP for technical support. • See if the modem works with just one program. • Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on page 79. 87 Contact your house or a telephone line... it can also call your telephone service. • Try connecting with your telephone. The problem may be having technical difficulties. www.gateway.com 4 Click the Dialing Rules tab, click the location from corrosion and all settings are correct. Help For more information about dialing...
... line levels. • Try another telephone line (either a different telephone number in your ISP for technical support. • See if the modem works with just one program. • Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on page 79. 87 Contact your house or a telephone line... it can also call your telephone service. • Try connecting with your telephone. The problem may be having technical difficulties. www.gateway.com 4 Click the Dialing Rules tab, click the location from corrosion and all settings are correct. Help For more information about dialing...
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.... Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with the modem connection. • Shut down and restart your modem, then click Properties. If your computer has a v.92 modem, the speed at 56K Current FCC regulations restrict actual data transfer rates over public telephone ...that the telephone line is not in use (for example, someone is on the telephone, or another modem is in use). • Use the modem cable that the line connected to the modem is working and plugged into the appropriate port on your computer. The Control Panel window opens. 3 ...
.... Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with the modem connection. • Shut down and restart your modem, then click Properties. If your computer has a v.92 modem, the speed at 56K Current FCC regulations restrict actual data transfer rates over public telephone ...that the telephone line is not in use (for example, someone is on the telephone, or another modem is in use). • Use the modem cable that the line connected to the modem is working and plugged into the appropriate port on your computer. The Control Panel window opens. 3 ...
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... unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. The modem is noisy when it begins handshaking. www.gateway.com 6 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. Help For more information about the modem appears, the modem passed diagnostics. The Phone and Modem Options dialog box opens. 3 Click the Modems tab, click the modem you get an error such...
... unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. The modem is noisy when it begins handshaking. www.gateway.com 6 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. Help For more information about the modem appears, the modem passed diagnostics. The Phone and Modem Options dialog box opens. 3 Click the Modems tab, click the modem you get an error such...
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... mouse by wiping the bottom with your computer. • Remove all extension cables and switch boxes. • Try a mouse you know is working to a broadband modem or network" on page 77. Help For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Contact your company network Every network...
... mouse by wiping the bottom with your computer. • Remove all extension cables and switch boxes. • Try a mouse you know is working to a broadband modem or network" on page 77. Help For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Contact your company network Every network...