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www.gateway.com Traveling securely 69 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 71 Changing screen settings 72 Changing color depth and screen resolution 72 Changing the appearance of windows and ... the Windows Mobility Center 84 Setting up parental controls 86 Filtering Internet access 86 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 87 Restricting game access 87 Restricting specific programs 89 Creating activity reports 89 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 91 Setting up a maintenance schedule 92 Updating Windows 92 Using BigFix 92 Managing hard drive...
www.gateway.com Traveling securely 69 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 71 Changing screen settings 72 Changing color depth and screen resolution 72 Changing the appearance of windows and ... the Windows Mobility Center 84 Setting up parental controls 86 Filtering Internet access 86 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 87 Restricting game access 87 Restricting specific programs 89 Creating activity reports 89 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 91 Setting up a maintenance schedule 92 Updating Windows 92 Using BigFix 92 Managing hard drive...
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... are setting up a network for more than two computers and you will be connecting your ISP. Plug your Ethernet cable into your ISP for any specific instructions they have for instructions on the network and can assign IP addresses to ISP. straight-through cable, the wires on the bottom. Setting up...
... are setting up a network for more than two computers and you will be connecting your ISP. Plug your Ethernet cable into your ISP for any specific instructions they have for instructions on the network and can assign IP addresses to ISP. straight-through cable, the wires on the bottom. Setting up...
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...and drivers on the network a unique Computer Name and the same Workgroup Name. Names must be unique on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have for any required drivers. Be sure to 15 characters with your ISP. Before you begin setting up your network, ...in your computer does not already have a name, type a unique computer name in the Computer Name, Domain and Workgroup settings area. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have a broadband connection already installed, ...
...and drivers on the network a unique Computer Name and the same Workgroup Name. Names must be unique on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have for any required drivers. Be sure to 15 characters with your ISP. Before you begin setting up your network, ...in your computer does not already have a name, type a unique computer name in the Computer Name, Domain and Workgroup settings area. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have a broadband connection already installed, ...
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To use McAfee Parental Controls to configure, then set the options for that scan type. 6 Click OK. Using McAfee Parental Controls You can use McAfee Parental Controls: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 65 www.gateway.com 4 Click the grey Virus protection is enabled bar to expand that area, then click Advanced. 5 Click the type of scan you want to restrict your children from accessing specific Web sites or spending too much time on the Internet.
To use McAfee Parental Controls to configure, then set the options for that scan type. 6 Click OK. Using McAfee Parental Controls You can use McAfee Parental Controls: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 65 www.gateway.com 4 Click the grey Virus protection is enabled bar to expand that area, then click Advanced. 5 Click the type of scan you want to restrict your children from accessing specific Web sites or spending too much time on the Internet.
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To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up parental controls for , then click Games. The Game Overrides dialog box opens. 88 The Game Restrictions dialog box opens. 4 Click the level of games you want allowed, then click OK. The Game Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click Block or Allow specific games. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 3 Click Set game ratings. The settings are saved.
To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up parental controls for , then click Games. The Game Overrides dialog box opens. 88 The Game Restrictions dialog box opens. 4 Click the level of games you want allowed, then click OK. The Game Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click Block or Allow specific games. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 3 Click Set game ratings. The settings are saved.
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www.gateway.com 4 Click the level of the programs you want to restrict access to. The activity report is not shown on the list, see "Restricting specific programs" on page 89. If the game you want to restrict access to create a report for each game listed, then... click OK. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to is displayed. Restricting specific programs To restrict specific programs: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up parental controls for each program you...
www.gateway.com 4 Click the level of the programs you want to restrict access to. The activity report is not shown on the list, see "Restricting specific programs" on page 89. If the game you want to restrict access to create a report for each game listed, then... click OK. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to is displayed. Restricting specific programs To restrict specific programs: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up parental controls for each program you...
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www.gateway.com programs 7 P parental controls 86 activity reports 89 blocking specific games 88 game ratings 87 Internet filtering 86 restricting game access 87, 88 restricting programs 89 scheduling computer use 87 scheduling Internet access 87 time ... virus protecting against 62 removing 62 W WAV file 34 Web browser 22, 23 Web page 23 Web site 23 connecting to 24 downloading files 24 Gateway 2 window 8 close button 9 closing 9, 19 maximize button 9 menu bar 9 minimize button 9 title bar 8 103
www.gateway.com programs 7 P parental controls 86 activity reports 89 blocking specific games 88 game ratings 87 Internet filtering 86 restricting game access 87, 88 restricting programs 89 scheduling computer use 87 scheduling Internet access 87 time ... virus protecting against 62 removing 62 W WAV file 34 Web browser 22, 23 Web page 23 Web site 23 connecting to 24 downloading files 24 Gateway 2 window 8 close button 9 closing 9, 19 maximize button 9 menu bar 9 minimize button 9 title bar 8 103
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...until it snaps into an AC outlet. 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. All other countries. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Recycle or dispose of the notebook for Customer Care Information. To replace the battery: 1 ...If your notebook is on and is turned on the bottom of the battery as hazardous waste. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Battery Tips & Tricks If your notebook is connected to AC power, you can replace the battery while the ...
...until it snaps into an AC outlet. 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. All other countries. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Recycle or dispose of the notebook for Customer Care Information. To replace the battery: 1 ...If your notebook is on and is turned on the bottom of the battery as hazardous waste. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Battery Tips & Tricks If your notebook is connected to AC power, you can replace the battery while the ...
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CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this section are specific to your hard drive. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: ...and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your online...
CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this section are specific to your hard drive. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: ...and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your online...
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... the product key code for assistance. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook model and its features. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that...
... the product key code for assistance. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook model and its features. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that...
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Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help. Key type Icon Description Numeric keypad Use ... key. Key types The keyboard has several different types of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for different purposes. Press FN+ 1 to connect a USB keyboard. See the program documentation to the notebook using a USB...
Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help. Key type Icon Description Numeric keypad Use ... key. Key types The keyboard has several different types of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for different purposes. Press FN+ 1 to connect a USB keyboard. See the program documentation to the notebook using a USB...
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Press this key for quick access to perform a specific action. Press this key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning .... Press the FN key in combination with a colored system key to shortcut menus and help assistants in combination with the FN key to perform specific actions. www.gateway.com Key type System keys Navigation keys FN key Windows key Application key Arrow keys Icon Description Press these keys to move the cursor...
Press this key for quick access to perform a specific action. Press this key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning .... Press the FN key in combination with a colored system key to shortcut menus and help assistants in combination with the FN key to perform specific actions. www.gateway.com Key type System keys Navigation keys FN key Windows key Application key Arrow keys Icon Description Press these keys to move the cursor...
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... Changing the battery Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. If your notebook it snaps into an AC outlet, save your Gateway notebook. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn... can change the battery while the notebook is turned on and is incorrectly replaced. Caution If your notebook is on . Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your work and turn the notebook off the notebook. 2 Turn your notebook is connected to local hazardous material regulations.
... Changing the battery Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. If your notebook it snaps into an AC outlet, save your Gateway notebook. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn... can change the battery while the notebook is turned on and is incorrectly replaced. Caution If your notebook is on . Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your work and turn the notebook off the notebook. 2 Turn your notebook is connected to local hazardous material regulations.
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...-installed, click Programs, then click Application recovery. - For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive, and your Start menu...
...-installed, click Programs, then click Application recovery. - For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive, and your Start menu...
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... The power output of America Caution Wireless devices are listed in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are safe for specific countries are not user-serviceable. This section is only applicable if these devices outdoors is not listed,...when traveling between countries with your notebook is well below what is allowed in the specific country sections (or country group sections). See the Gateway System Restoration Kit, or contact Gateway Customer Care for service. Refer to the system label to minimize human contact during ...
... The power output of America Caution Wireless devices are listed in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are safe for specific countries are not user-serviceable. This section is only applicable if these devices outdoors is not listed,...when traveling between countries with your notebook is well below what is allowed in the specific country sections (or country group sections). See the Gateway System Restoration Kit, or contact Gateway Customer Care for service. Refer to the system label to minimize human contact during ...