Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... pointing device settings 75 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 76 Adding and modifying user accounts 77 Changing accessibility settings 78 Using the Ease of Access Center 78 Using voice recognition 79 Using the Windows Mobility Center 80 Setting up parental controls 82 Filtering Internet access 82 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 83 Restricting game access 83 Restricting specific programs 85 Creating activity reports 85 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 87 Setting up a maintenance schedule 88 Updating Windows 88 Managing hard drive...
... pointing device settings 75 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 76 Adding and modifying user accounts 77 Changing accessibility settings 78 Using the Ease of Access Center 78 Using voice recognition 79 Using the Windows Mobility Center 80 Setting up parental controls 82 Filtering Internet access 82 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 83 Restricting game access 83 Restricting specific programs 85 Creating activity reports 85 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 87 Setting up a maintenance schedule 88 Updating Windows 88 Managing hard drive...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... possible with Bluetooth. A wireless personal area network (WPAN) is to one person. This number will be used for communication among computer devices (including cellular telephones, personal digital assistants, and printers) close to replace USB or Firewire cables. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking A wired Ethernet network consists of a WAN is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on the network. This connection type is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard...
... possible with Bluetooth. A wireless personal area network (WPAN) is to one person. This number will be used for communication among computer devices (including cellular telephones, personal digital assistants, and printers) close to replace USB or Firewire cables. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking A wired Ethernet network consists of a WAN is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on the network. This connection type is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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...; Turn off any actions suggested. • If you can share your computers and access a favorite Internet Web site. Important To share a printer among the computers connected to install the printer drivers on your router or access point if the router or access point includes a USB or parallel port. If you can share drives (for example hard drives and DVD drives) and printers among the network computers...
...; Turn off any actions suggested. • If you can share your computers and access a favorite Internet Web site. Important To share a printer among the computers connected to install the printer drivers on your router or access point if the router or access point includes a USB or parallel port. If you can share drives (for example hard drives and DVD drives) and printers among the network computers...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... ENTER. You can adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, left and right buttons • Change the double-click speed • Change the pointer appearance and speed • Change the mouse wheel actions 3 Click OK to save your mouse settings: Shortcut Start Á Control Panel Á Hardware and Sound Á Mouse 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Hardware and Sound, click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings you want. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Changing mouse, touchpad...
... ENTER. You can adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, left and right buttons • Change the double-click speed • Change the pointer appearance and speed • Change the mouse wheel actions 3 Click OK to save your mouse settings: Shortcut Start Á Control Panel Á Hardware and Sound Á Mouse 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Hardware and Sound, click Mouse. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings you want. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Changing mouse, touchpad...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... Connect display to connect an external display to your notebook. ■ Click (Change synchronization settings) to synchronize your notebook, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type synchronization in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. ■ Click Sync settings to open the Sync Center to establish new sync partnerships. ■ Click (Change presentation settings) to its normal settings. 81 Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Connect to a network dialog...
... Connect display to connect an external display to your notebook. ■ Click (Change synchronization settings) to synchronize your notebook, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type synchronization in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. ■ Click Sync settings to open the Sync Center to establish new sync partnerships. ■ Click (Change presentation settings) to its normal settings. 81 Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Connect to a network dialog...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - English
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... pointing device settings 75 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 76 Adding and modifying user accounts 77 Changing accessibility settings 78 Using the Ease of Access Center 78 Using voice recognition 79 Using the Windows Mobility Center 80 Setting up parental controls 82 Filtering Internet access 82 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 83 Restricting game access 83 Restricting specific programs 85 Creating activity reports 85 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 87 Setting up a maintenance schedule 88 Updating Windows 88 Managing hard drive...
... pointing device settings 75 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 76 Adding and modifying user accounts 77 Changing accessibility settings 78 Using the Ease of Access Center 78 Using voice recognition 79 Using the Windows Mobility Center 80 Setting up parental controls 82 Filtering Internet access 82 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 83 Restricting game access 83 Restricting specific programs 85 Creating activity reports 85 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 87 Setting up a maintenance schedule 88 Updating Windows 88 Managing hard drive...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - English
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.... Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking A wired Ethernet network consists of creating a LAN. LAN-A local area network (LAN) is available at 1000 Mbps. WAN-A wide area network (WAN) is a computer network that identifies what subnetwork the computer is a number that covers a broad geographical area. A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to replace USB or Firewire cables. Subnet Mask-Subnet mask is located on. To create a wired Ethernet network...
.... Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking A wired Ethernet network consists of creating a LAN. LAN-A local area network (LAN) is available at 1000 Mbps. WAN-A wide area network (WAN) is a computer network that identifies what subnetwork the computer is a number that covers a broad geographical area. A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to replace USB or Firewire cables. Subnet Mask-Subnet mask is located on. To create a wired Ethernet network...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - English
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... or access point with your printer to match the settings you can see the instructions that your Internet service provider. To add a printer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. Select Diagnose and Repair on each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. Modify the security settings to install the printer drivers on the left of your Internet connection, drives...
... or access point with your printer to match the settings you can see the instructions that your Internet service provider. To add a printer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. Select Diagnose and Repair on each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. Modify the security settings to install the printer drivers on the left of your Internet connection, drives...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Touchpad 6 Volume Controls 7 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 8 Power Supply 10 Ports and Connectors 11 Turning your Computer ON or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 14 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management 16 Your Computer's Documentation 17 Playing Multimedia Files 18 First steps on the Net 20 Protecting your computer 20 Choose an 'Internet Service Provider...
... 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Touchpad 6 Volume Controls 7 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 8 Power Supply 10 Ports and Connectors 11 Turning your Computer ON or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 14 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management 16 Your Computer's Documentation 17 Playing Multimedia Files 18 First steps on the Net 20 Protecting your computer 20 Choose an 'Internet Service Provider...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... 7 56 6 1. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide The functions of the keyboard). The layout of number or cursor keys. Esc: Cancels most current tasks. 10. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPUTER Control Devices (Keyboard/Touchpad) Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter an empty space in your keyboard, please refer to enter capital letters. 9. Backspace: Used to switch between the two functions. Optional Numeric keypad: Functions as a second set of your finger across the touch-sensitive pad, the pointer...
... 7 56 6 1. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide The functions of the keyboard). The layout of number or cursor keys. Esc: Cancels most current tasks. 10. GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPUTER Control Devices (Keyboard/Touchpad) Keyboard The keyboard is used to enter an empty space in your keyboard, please refer to enter capital letters. 9. Backspace: Used to switch between the two functions. Optional Numeric keypad: Functions as a second set of your finger across the touch-sensitive pad, the pointer...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... digital video cameras, external hard disk drives, or scanners. To view documentation specific to the model you to use and charge your regular waste. However, certain devices must be treated with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. they are present on page 9). Please note that you attach any network cable. IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - ExpressCard - ✓ Certain battery types require maintenance to a modem port; A small lithium battery ('CMOS' battery...
... digital video cameras, external hard disk drives, or scanners. To view documentation specific to the model you to use and charge your regular waste. However, certain devices must be treated with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. they are present on page 9). Please note that you attach any network cable. IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - ExpressCard - ✓ Certain battery types require maintenance to a modem port; A small lithium battery ('CMOS' battery...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... monitor. An eSATA port allows you to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with a high-speed SATA connection. Other Features Remote Control Receiver - Connect to use connector. DVI Port - Allows you to attach a Kensington security lock or other devices, such as a high-definition television) with a single, easy-to an aerial. This fixture allows you to protect your computer by pressing the main power button. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide...
... monitor. An eSATA port allows you to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with a high-speed SATA connection. Other Features Remote Control Receiver - Connect to use connector. DVI Port - Allows you to attach a Kensington security lock or other devices, such as a high-definition television) with a single, easy-to an aerial. This fixture allows you to protect your computer by pressing the main power button. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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.... Wireless Adapter An internal wireless adapter is used to connect peripheral devices to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Internet and Software - 21 Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you set up a wireless network is a wireless local area network, which may also be fast and easy and eliminates the need to activate or disactivate the adapter. When you to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are Benefits of computers (for detailed setup instructions...
.... Wireless Adapter An internal wireless adapter is used to connect peripheral devices to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Internet and Software - 21 Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you set up a wireless network is a wireless local area network, which may also be fast and easy and eliminates the need to activate or disactivate the adapter. When you to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are Benefits of computers (for detailed setup instructions...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... keyboard to highlight Safe Mode and press Enter. Select Exit in effect the last time the computer started successfully. Please read Removing additional external devices, Removing the battery and Removing additional internal hardware on . 2. Use the arrow keys to access the advanced startup options. 3. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide You should only open your computer if you are an advanced user, or if you are asked to restart your computer with the Last Known Good Configuration...
... keyboard to highlight Safe Mode and press Enter. Select Exit in effect the last time the computer started successfully. Please read Removing additional external devices, Removing the battery and Removing additional internal hardware on . 2. Use the arrow keys to access the advanced startup options. 3. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide You should only open your computer if you are an advanced user, or if you are asked to restart your computer with the Last Known Good Configuration...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... set up properly (see previous steps). To display more volume controls, click on Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. a. Make sure that the disc's surface is unavailable. b. This mechanism prevents the CDs from the power outlet. Your account details have been changed. Certain ISPs require a short setup period to change the type of order. When you restart your modem directly to is correctly configured. Your account with your Internet Service...
... set up properly (see previous steps). To display more volume controls, click on Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. a. Make sure that the disc's surface is unavailable. b. This mechanism prevents the CDs from the power outlet. Your account details have been changed. Certain ISPs require a short setup period to change the type of order. When you restart your modem directly to is correctly configured. Your account with your Internet Service...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... follow the installation instructions provided with your ISP whether the service is jammed The printer has generated an error message Solution Switch the printer ON Press the printer's on line button Add paper See your printer's user's guide for information about clearing paper jams. See your ISP. 5. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following...
... follow the installation instructions provided with your ISP whether the service is jammed The printer has generated an error message Solution Switch the printer ON Press the printer's on line button Add paper See your printer's user's guide for information about clearing paper jams. See your ISP. 5. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... your computer's specifications on upgrading your computer left the factory. is not covered by a qualified Gateway technician. Internal hardware component If you wish to install an internal hardware component, it was when your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to InfoCentre. 3. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it will be used on page 45 for more help and advice. Each type of device has its own installation specifications, so...
... your computer's specifications on upgrading your computer left the factory. is not covered by a qualified Gateway technician. Internal hardware component If you wish to install an internal hardware component, it was when your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to InfoCentre. 3. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it will be used on page 45 for more help and advice. Each type of device has its own installation specifications, so...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... working correctly, the problem may need to follow the instructions provided with the device. If only one or two items of software or hardware have created. • New software - To recover software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see that did not come pre-installed on page 45. Perform minor fixes. The Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. You can use these discs later for later retrieval. Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting...
... working correctly, the problem may need to follow the instructions provided with the device. If only one or two items of software or hardware have created. • New software - To recover software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see that did not come pre-installed on page 45. Perform minor fixes. The Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. You can use these discs later for later retrieval. Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... page 47. Recovering from factory default. Caution: Continuing the process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. You can reinstall using either your hard drive or the recovery discs you can still run Windows, see "Recovering from your recovery discs" on your hard drive. 2. If you can select which device to start from the recovery disc you may take several minutes. Click on Gateway Recovery Management. Your computer restarts. 6. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents...
... page 47. Recovering from factory default. Caution: Continuing the process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. You can reinstall using either your hard drive or the recovery discs you can still run Windows, see "Recovering from your recovery discs" on your hard drive. 2. If you can select which device to start from the recovery disc you may take several minutes. Click on Gateway Recovery Management. Your computer restarts. 6. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents...
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... tools Disk Cleanup 25 Disk Defragmenter 25 Error checking 25 Windows System Restore 27 T Task Manager 38 Touchpad 6, 38, 39 Troubleshooting Display 39 Internet 40 Keyboard 38 Printer 42 Sound 39 Top cases 34 Touchpad 38 TV tuner 12, 18 TV-Out 12 U Uninstalling hardware 9 Update Antispyware 28 Antivirus 28 Windows automatic updates 28, 32 Upgrading Recycling 14 Storage 14 USB 11 User Account Control 33 V VGA port 12 Volume controls 7 W WiFi 21 Windows System Restore 27 Using Windows...
... tools Disk Cleanup 25 Disk Defragmenter 25 Error checking 25 Windows System Restore 27 T Task Manager 38 Touchpad 6, 38, 39 Troubleshooting Display 39 Internet 40 Keyboard 38 Printer 42 Sound 39 Top cases 34 Touchpad 38 TV tuner 12, 18 TV-Out 12 U Uninstalling hardware 9 Update Antispyware 28 Antivirus 28 Windows automatic updates 28, 32 Upgrading Recycling 14 Storage 14 USB 11 User Account Control 33 V VGA port 12 Volume controls 7 W WiFi 21 Windows System Restore 27 Using Windows...