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...into a power supply. After setting up your computer during electrical storms, unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. You can connect your model) If available, connect to Add-in the United States and other brands and product names are ...vary from power fluctuations, use a Customer Care information surge protector. SEE YOUR STARTER GUIDE. WARNING: To protect your computer, visit the Gateway Support Web site at 800-846-2118 and choose option 7. Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack ...
...into a power supply. After setting up your computer during electrical storms, unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. You can connect your model) If available, connect to Add-in the United States and other brands and product names are ...vary from power fluctuations, use a Customer Care information surge protector. SEE YOUR STARTER GUIDE. WARNING: To protect your computer, visit the Gateway Support Web site at 800-846-2118 and choose option 7. Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack ...
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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 . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ...
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 . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ...
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Contents Creating discs 27 Using the memory card reader 28 Memory card types 28 Using a memory card 28 Using the diskette drive 29 Adjusting the volume 30 Configuring the audio jacks 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 32 Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 33 Preventing static electricity discharge 34 Opening the case 34 Removing the side panel 35 Removing the front bezel 35 Closing the case 37 Replacing the front bezel 37 Replacing the side panel 37 Replacing the color panel 38 Installing memory 40 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 43 Replacing the ...
Contents Creating discs 27 Using the memory card reader 28 Memory card types 28 Using a memory card 28 Using the diskette drive 29 Adjusting the volume 30 Configuring the audio jacks 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 32 Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 33 Preventing static electricity discharge 34 Opening the case 34 Removing the side panel 35 Removing the front bezel 35 Closing the case 37 Replacing the front bezel 37 Replacing the side panel 37 Replacing the color panel 38 Installing memory 40 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 43 Replacing the ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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Contents Passwords 90 Power 90 Printer 91 Sound 92 Recovering your system 93 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 94 Using Microsoft System Restore 99 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . 102 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 103 Telephone support 104 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 104 Telephone numbers 105 Self-help 106 Tutoring 106 Training 107 Appendix A: Legal Notices 109 Index 119 iv
Contents Passwords 90 Power 90 Printer 91 Sound 92 Recovering your system 93 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 94 Using Microsoft System Restore 99 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . 102 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 103 Telephone support 104 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 104 Telephone numbers 105 Self-help 106 Tutoring 106 Training 107 Appendix A: Legal Notices 109 Index 119 iv
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CHAPTER1 About This Reference • About this guide • Accessing the online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information 1
CHAPTER1 About This Reference • About this guide • Accessing the online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information 1
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...; Networking To access your User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 For more information For more information about your computer, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the following topics: • Help and technical support .... Your User Guide is an in this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway computer. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to your computer's label. The Support page also...
...; Networking To access your User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 For more information For more information about your computer, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the following topics: • Help and technical support .... Your User Guide is an in this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway computer. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to your computer's label. The Support page also...
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... identifies your computer includes the product key code for assistance. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you call for your operating system. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. 3 Serial number Technical Support telephone number Microsoft Certificate...
... identifies your computer includes the product key code for assistance. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you call for your operating system. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. 3 Serial number Technical Support telephone number Microsoft Certificate...
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Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Diskette or removable hard drive (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Video jack (optional) Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) 6
Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Diskette or removable hard drive (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Video jack (optional) Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) 6
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... other device into these ports. Plug a microphone into these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Connect your drive, see "Identifying optical drive types" on drive type). www.gateway.com Component Icon Memory card reader Optical disc drive IEEE 1394 port Description Insert a memory card from and write to 3.5" diskettes, or use this drive...
... other device into these ports. Plug a microphone into these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Connect your drive, see "Identifying optical drive types" on drive type). www.gateway.com Component Icon Memory card reader Optical disc drive IEEE 1394 port Description Insert a memory card from and write to 3.5" diskettes, or use this drive...
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Make sure that this illustration. Plug the power cord into this connector. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. 8 Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port Headphone/front speaker jack USB ports S/PDIF jack (optional) Mic jack Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394 port Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround L/R speaker jack Audio in/side speaker jack Case cover thumbscrew Video card (optional) Audio card (optional) TV tuner card (optional) Wireless network antenna (optional) Wireless network antenna connectors Component...
Make sure that this illustration. Plug the power cord into this connector. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. 8 Voltage switch Power connector PS/2 keyboard port Headphone/front speaker jack USB ports S/PDIF jack (optional) Mic jack Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394 port Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround L/R speaker jack Audio in/side speaker jack Case cover thumbscrew Video card (optional) Audio card (optional) TV tuner card (optional) Wireless network antenna (optional) Wireless network antenna connectors Component...
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... into this jack. Plug IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire™) devices (such as a USB printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. 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 Wireless network antenna...
... into this jack. Plug IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire™) devices (such as a USB printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. 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 Wireless network antenna...
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Plug a VGA (blue connector) or DVI (white connector) monitor into a port on your computer (Default). Plug a modem cable into this jack. 10 Plug the cord from your telephone into this jack. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 31. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 16. Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack. Plug speaker cables into this card, if installed. Plug a video tuner or antenna into this card, if installed. This jack is user configurable for one of the following: Stereo in ) jack (blue ...
Plug a VGA (blue connector) or DVI (white connector) monitor into a port on your computer (Default). Plug a modem cable into this jack. 10 Plug the cord from your telephone into this jack. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 31. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 16. Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack. Plug speaker cables into this card, if installed. Plug a video tuner or antenna into this card, if installed. This jack is user configurable for one of the following: Stereo in ) jack (blue ...
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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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CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it is perpendicular to your feet flat on the floor or on the floor 12 Top of screen is not higher than eye level. • Place your line of sight Feet are parallel to the floor Screen is no higher than eye level Hands and arms are flat on a footrest. • Keep ventilation openings ...
CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it is perpendicular to your feet flat on the floor or on the floor 12 Top of screen is not higher than eye level. • Place your line of sight Feet are parallel to the floor Screen is no higher than eye level Hands and arms are flat on a footrest. • Keep ventilation openings ...
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... height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a footrest to focus on windows, and by installing shades or curtains on distant objects. www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. Reduce glare by...
... height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a footrest to focus on windows, and by installing shades or curtains on distant objects. www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the monitor screen or shine directly into your eyes. Reduce glare by...
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Sit with a UPS, a UPS lets you run your computer for an extended period of time with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. Preparing power connections Protecting from repetitive strain • Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition. • Take breaks to change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work . • Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. • Avoid twisting your computer during ...
Sit with a UPS, a UPS lets you run your computer for an extended period of time with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. Preparing power connections Protecting from repetitive strain • Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition. • Take breaks to change your position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work . • Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. • Avoid twisting your computer during ...
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... power selection switch on the back of your computer. 2 Insert the other areas of your computer to the system board, add-in another country). www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your online User Guide. To connect to a broadband modem or to 230. The power supply...
... power selection switch on the back of your computer. 2 Insert the other areas of your computer to the system board, add-in another country). www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your online User Guide. To connect to a broadband modem or to 230. The power supply...