User Manual (Windows 8)
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... Creating a drivers and applications backup..... 62 Recovering your system 65 Upgrading your computer 28 Reinstalling drivers and applications........ 66 Expanding through options 28 Connectivity options 28 Power supply 33 Returning to its factory condition 70 AC power adapter 33 Recovering from Windows 71 Battery pack 34 Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 75 Battery pack characteristics 34 Replacing the battery pack 36 Frequently asked questions 79 Installing or removing the battery pack ..... 36 Tips and hints for using Windows...
... Creating a drivers and applications backup..... 62 Recovering your system 65 Upgrading your computer 28 Reinstalling drivers and applications........ 66 Expanding through options 28 Connectivity options 28 Power supply 33 Returning to its factory condition 70 AC power adapter 33 Recovering from Windows 71 Battery pack 34 Recovering from a recovery backup ........ 75 Battery pack characteristics 34 Replacing the battery pack 36 Frequently asked questions 79 Installing or removing the battery pack ..... 36 Tips and hints for using Windows...
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... a replacement is required, use only parts certified for memory cards or expansion devices, plastic 'dummies' may look similar, using them can damage your computer from the computer. • Three-pin power cords are connected to a grounded power outlet. • The power outlet is easily accessible and as possible (do not overload it with too many adapters). Although other adapters may be installed in the card slots. Computer...
... a replacement is required, use only parts certified for memory cards or expansion devices, plastic 'dummies' may look similar, using them can damage your computer from the computer. • Three-pin power cords are connected to a grounded power outlet. • The power outlet is easily accessible and as possible (do not overload it with too many adapters). Although other adapters may be installed in the card slots. Computer...
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... return. Create a regular schedule or make copies whenever you to create backup copies of your computer - 17 The function of the button function as left and right selection buttons. Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. Backup Communication Display toggle Screen blank Allows you want. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Help Opens the help menu. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. E.g. Press any key to F12 keys. either...
... return. Create a regular schedule or make copies whenever you to create backup copies of your computer - 17 The function of the button function as left and right selection buttons. Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. Backup Communication Display toggle Screen blank Allows you want. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Help Opens the help menu. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. E.g. Press any key to F12 keys. either...
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Battery indicator - Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 card reader Picture Card (xD). - Only one card can operate at any given time. - Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 1 - Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD- 2 Multi-in AC mode. Push to know your computer Getting to remove/install the card. Indicates the computer's battery status...
Battery indicator - Fully charged: The light shows blue when in -1 card reader Picture Card (xD). - Only one card can operate at any given time. - Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is active. HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is charging. 1 - Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xD- 2 Multi-in AC mode. Push to know your computer Getting to remove/install the card. Indicates the computer's battery status...
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... models are also available. 2 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. Wrap the computer security lock cable 1 around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. 3 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 4 External display (VGA) port Connects to stay cool. - Insert the lock...
... models are also available. 2 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). 5 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. Wrap the computer security lock cable 1 around an immovable object such as a table or handle of a locked drawer. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. 3 Ethernet (RJ-45) port Connects to an Ethernet 10/100/1000-based network. 4 External display (VGA) port Connects to stay cool. - Insert the lock...
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... a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. Use the headphone port to connect an external microphone for certain models) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Plugging an audio device to connect audio devices. Use the HDMI port on your...
... a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. Use the headphone port to connect an external microphone for certain models) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Plugging an audio device to connect audio devices. Use the HDMI port on your...
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... computer includes a SIM card slot, you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with your service provider to see if any additional charges will be built in large cities. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is generally available in to the Internet while away from home. This service is a group of computers (for a SIM card may require an external device, such as WiFi or Bluetooth). 46 - The...
... computer includes a SIM card slot, you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with your service provider to see if any additional charges will be built in large cities. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is generally available in to the Internet while away from home. This service is a group of computers (for a SIM card may require an external device, such as WiFi or Bluetooth). 46 - The...
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... feature a 'WiFi' button that turns the network connection on or off , or control what is prohibited. Access point/router 2. Press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "HomeGroup" and then click on or off . Switch off all devices before boarding an aircraft; Desktop computer 3. Diagram of the aircraft, disrupt Internet - 49 they may turn your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may be dangerous to the operation of a working network 1.
... feature a 'WiFi' button that turns the network connection on or off , or control what is prohibited. Access point/router 2. Press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "HomeGroup" and then click on or off . Switch off all devices before boarding an aircraft; Desktop computer 3. Diagram of the aircraft, disrupt Internet - 49 they may turn your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may be dangerous to the operation of a working network 1.
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...-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from a recovery backup" on page 72. Recovering from the Windows Recovery - 71 Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. See "Restore Factory Settings with Gateway Recovery Management" on page 75. Customized Restore will attempt to retain your files (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Gateway Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Gateway Recovery Management...
...-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from a recovery backup" on page 72. Recovering from the Windows Recovery - 71 Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. See "Restore Factory Settings with Gateway Recovery Management" on page 75. Customized Restore will attempt to retain your files (user data) but will be removed (except software installed from Windows Start Gateway Recovery Management: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Gateway Recovery Management...
User Manual (Windows 8)
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... quick status and notifications to suit your account has a password set, you want it to the place on a user account icon to unlock the computer. Click Start screen at the bottom of the page and select a color and image. You can personalize the lock screen...new location. How do I unlock my computer? Can I personalize my computer? Right-click on a tile, then select Smaller or Larger from the menu that you will be moved to suit your personal needs. Press the any key and click on Start that appears at the top of the screen. How do I make tiles bigger or smaller? To change...
... quick status and notifications to suit your account has a password set, you want it to the place on a user account icon to unlock the computer. Click Start screen at the bottom of the page and select a color and image. You can personalize the lock screen...new location. How do I unlock my computer? Can I personalize my computer? Right-click on a tile, then select Smaller or Larger from the menu that you will be moved to suit your personal needs. Press the any key and click on Start that appears at the top of the screen. How do I make tiles bigger or smaller? To change...
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... computer. Dispose of used batteries in the equipment. ENERGY STAR Gateway's ENERGY STAR qualified products save through higher energy efficiency, the more energy we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of climate change. More information refers to offering products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use . automatically go into "display Sleep" and "computer Sleep" mode after 10 and...
... computer. Dispose of used batteries in the equipment. ENERGY STAR Gateway's ENERGY STAR qualified products save through higher energy efficiency, the more energy we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of climate change. More information refers to offering products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use . automatically go into "display Sleep" and "computer Sleep" mode after 10 and...
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... 54 Upgrading your computer 27 Helpdesk 68 Expanding through options 27 Safe computing 68 Connectivity options 27 Maintenance 68 Updates 75 Power supply 32 Windows Remote Assistance 77 AC power adapter 32 Battery pack 33 Recovery 78 Battery pack characteristics 33 Gateway Recovery Management 78 Replacing the battery pack 35 Creating recovery discs 79 Installing or removing the battery pack ..... 35 Recovering your computer 14 Gateway Recovery Management 40 Playing multimedia files 40 AutoPlay 42 Playing downloaded files 42 Social networks (optional...
... 54 Upgrading your computer 27 Helpdesk 68 Expanding through options 27 Safe computing 68 Connectivity options 27 Maintenance 68 Updates 75 Power supply 32 Windows Remote Assistance 77 AC power adapter 32 Battery pack 33 Recovery 78 Battery pack characteristics 33 Gateway Recovery Management 78 Replacing the battery pack 35 Creating recovery discs 79 Installing or removing the battery pack ..... 35 Recovering your computer 14 Gateway Recovery Management 40 Playing multimedia files 40 AutoPlay 42 Playing downloaded files 42 Social networks (optional...
User Manual
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... the button function as left and right side of each key is clearly marked with an icon. Icon Function Description Fn Hotkey for second function Activates a second function on certain keys. E.g. Backup Communication Display toggle Screen blank Allows you want. Turns the display screen backlight off to F12 keys. Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. Getting to return. Help Opens the help menu. Create a regular schedule or make...
... the button function as left and right side of each key is clearly marked with an icon. Icon Function Description Fn Hotkey for second function Activates a second function on certain keys. E.g. Backup Communication Display toggle Screen blank Allows you want. Turns the display screen backlight off to F12 keys. Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. Getting to return. Help Opens the help menu. Create a regular schedule or make...
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Changing settings Click the settings icon to access settings for a network to exit the Settings section. you may set how often a network is active, you may download and install an updated version of the Social Networks application. Software - 47 Click the X to see specific settings; Live Update - Click the tab for the social networks. If the Live Update button is checked (the refresh frequency) and logout from specific networks in this section.
Changing settings Click the settings icon to access settings for a network to exit the Settings section. you may set how often a network is active, you may download and install an updated version of the Social Networks application. Software - 47 Click the X to see specific settings; Live Update - Click the tab for the social networks. If the Live Update button is checked (the refresh frequency) and logout from specific networks in this section.
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... share files, peripheral devices (such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is generally available in to the Internet while away from home. Internet This service is a group of computers (for a SIM card may require an external device, such as a printer) and an Internet connection. When you set up a network, you can use cellular networks (such as WiFi or Bluetooth). 50 -
... share files, peripheral devices (such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is generally available in to the Internet while away from home. Internet This service is a group of computers (for a SIM card may require an external device, such as a printer) and an Internet connection. When you set up a network, you can use cellular networks (such as WiFi or Bluetooth). 50 -
User Manual
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... Finish to restore the computer to the Operating System (e.g. Your computer will return to your computer to an earlier time This option will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. System Restore options Restore your computer to how it did not work. 1. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. If you changed a system setting, and it was created and...
... Finish to restore the computer to the Operating System (e.g. Your computer will return to your computer to an earlier time This option will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. System Restore options Restore your computer to how it did not work. 1. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. If you changed a system setting, and it was created and...
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... recover software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on reinstalling software and drivers that were not preinstalled, see "Returning to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. Recovery Perform minor fixes. For instructions on page 83. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. If...
... recover software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on reinstalling software and drivers that were not preinstalled, see "Returning to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. Recovery Perform minor fixes. For instructions on page 83. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. If...
User Manual
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... a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows you to factory default. Recovering from your recovery discs" on Yes, then Start. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3. Click on page 87. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to . A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. • If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive...
... a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows you to factory default. Recovering from your recovery discs" on Yes, then Start. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3. Click on page 87. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to . A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. • If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive...
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.... Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Turn on Next. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Main menu. 3. This process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Recovery - 87 Click on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your hard drive. 2. Press F2 when starting your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all files on Restore system from factory default. Select Save Changes...
.... Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Turn on Next. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Main menu. 3. This process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Recovery - 87 Click on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your hard drive. 2. Press F2 when starting your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all files on Restore system from factory default. Select Save Changes...
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... removed any batteries that you can save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of according to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. Environment - 107 Dispose of used batteries and will enable the safe collection, recycling and destruction of climate change. Gateway is committed to offering products and services worldwide that batteries must be collected for lamp-specific...
... removed any batteries that you can save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of according to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. Environment - 107 Dispose of used batteries and will enable the safe collection, recycling and destruction of climate change. Gateway is committed to offering products and services worldwide that batteries must be collected for lamp-specific...