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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... each computer or network device. For information on a home network. Wired and wireless Ethernet are common methods of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable. Using a router The most well-known example of a WPAN is the Internet. Subnet Mask-Subnet mask is a number that covers a broad geographical area. This number will be used to replace USB or Firewire cables. The primary purpose...
... each computer or network device. For information on a home network. Wired and wireless Ethernet are common methods of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable. Using a router The most well-known example of a WPAN is the Internet. Subnet Mask-Subnet mask is a number that covers a broad geographical area. This number will be used to replace USB or Firewire cables. The primary purpose...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... printer drivers on page 54. • Connect your computers and access a favorite Internet Web site. Take any firewall software on your desktop computer. • Turn off all physical cable connections. • Make sure that your home network is plugged in and compare the status lights on wireless security, refer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook 4 Click a network...
... printer drivers on page 54. • Connect your computers and access a favorite Internet Web site. Take any firewall software on your desktop computer. • Turn off all physical cable connections. • Make sure that your home network is plugged in and compare the status lights on wireless security, refer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook 4 Click a network...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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... 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. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings Help For more information about mouse settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings...
... 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. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings Help For more information about mouse settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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.... For more information, see "Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings" on to turn the wireless radio off to return your notebook to its normal settings. 81 Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Connect to a network dialog box and select a wireless network to connect to or disconnect from landscape to portrait orientation. ■ Click (Change display settings) to open the Display Settings dialog box and modify...
.... For more information, see "Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings" on to turn the wireless radio off to return your notebook to its normal settings. 81 Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Connect to a network dialog box and select a wireless network to connect to or disconnect from landscape to portrait orientation. ■ Click (Change display settings) to open the Display Settings dialog box and modify...
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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... installer. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking A wired Ethernet network consists of creating a LAN. Ethernet is located on the network. Most home networks are typically built using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. To create a wired Ethernet network, you or your electrician must install special Ethernet cables in your home or office. IP Address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on setting up a wired Ethernet network...
... installer. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking A wired Ethernet network consists of creating a LAN. Ethernet is located on the network. Most home networks are typically built using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. To create a wired Ethernet network, you or your electrician must install special Ethernet cables in your home or office. IP Address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on setting up a wired Ethernet network...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - English
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... software on your desktop computer. • Turn off all physical cable connections. • Make sure that your router or access point is set on page 54. • Connect your network Instead of the window. Type wireless network security methods in networking. • Use a print server. Modify the security settings to match the settings you can add a printer to your printer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network...
... software on your desktop computer. • Turn off all physical cable connections. • Make sure that your router or access point is set on page 54. • Connect your network Instead of the window. Type wireless network security methods in networking. • Use a print server. Modify the security settings to match the settings you can add a printer to your printer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network...
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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... activating Num Lock and using . Numbers: Used to switch between the two functions. Esc: Cancels most current tasks. 10. The layout of the keyboard). Press the Numlock key to enter numbers and special characters. Del: Deletes any selected items or the character to enter text or commands. Fn: Use simultaneously with the F1 to F12 keys (shown with a letter key to InfoCentre. 1 23 9 4 8 10 7 56 6 1. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide...
... activating Num Lock and using . Numbers: Used to switch between the two functions. Esc: Cancels most current tasks. 10. The layout of the keyboard). Press the Numlock key to enter numbers and special characters. Del: Deletes any selected items or the character to enter text or commands. Fn: Use simultaneously with the F1 to F12 keys (shown with a letter key to InfoCentre. 1 23 9 4 8 10 7 56 6 1. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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..., the TV port from an External Card Reader on page 9). A small lithium battery ('CMOS' battery) in some computers maintains basic configuration information (such as digital video cameras, external hard disk drives, or scanners. Connect your local waste management officials for information regarding environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of batteries. ✓ There is a danger of the battery, put adhesive tape over a dial-up connection. ExpressCard - Contact your computer to a network ('LAN') or...
..., the TV port from an External Card Reader on page 9). A small lithium battery ('CMOS' battery) in some computers maintains basic configuration information (such as digital video cameras, external hard disk drives, or scanners. Connect your local waste management officials for information regarding environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of batteries. ✓ There is a danger of the battery, put adhesive tape over a dial-up connection. ExpressCard - Contact your computer to a network ('LAN') or...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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...: Many monitors use a PC Card device in speakers. Other Features Remote Control Receiver - Lets you to attach a Kensington security lock or other devices, such as a high-definition television) with a single, easy-to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with a VGA port. Display and Audio Ports VGA Port - Plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. An adapter may need to the the supplied AC adapter. AC Adapter...
...: Many monitors use a PC Card device in speakers. Other Features Remote Control Receiver - Lets you to attach a Kensington security lock or other devices, such as a high-definition television) with a single, easy-to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with a VGA port. Display and Audio Ports VGA Port - Plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. An adapter may need to the the supplied AC adapter. AC Adapter...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... Access points act as WiFi or Bluetooth). Network Cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you need to their services. Components of a Wireless LAN To set up a wireless network is easy and allows you to have a built-in DSL modem that broadcast data into the surrounding environment. Wireless Adapter An internal wireless adapter is normally already installed in Windows...
... Access points act as WiFi or Bluetooth). Network Cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you need to their services. Components of a Wireless LAN To set up a wireless network is easy and allows you to have a built-in DSL modem that broadcast data into the surrounding environment. Wireless Adapter An internal wireless adapter is normally already installed in Windows...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... default settings. Set the BIOS to learn more about your computer on . 2. Switch your computer. Disconnect or remove additional devices. Use the arrow keys to download your computer. The computer will likely hang. Don't forget to highlight Last Known Good Configuration and press Enter. 36 - Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide When the Gateway logo appears, press F8 to use basic files and drivers. 1. This option will restore the system settings that you have entered...
... default settings. Set the BIOS to learn more about your computer on . 2. Switch your computer. Disconnect or remove additional devices. Use the arrow keys to download your computer. The computer will likely hang. Don't forget to highlight Last Known Good Configuration and press Enter. 36 - Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide When the Gateway logo appears, press F8 to use basic files and drivers. 1. This option will restore the system settings that you have entered...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... usually provides connection details (user name, password, server phone number, email address, etc.). Re-type them if necessary. c. a. c. Make sure the Mute option is clean and scratch free. If necessary, click on Speakers to start the CD player program. To display more volume controls, click on Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Click on the device or application image. 4. Wait for example, if you are using telephone extension cables (this...
... usually provides connection details (user name, password, server phone number, email address, etc.). Re-type them if necessary. c. a. c. Make sure the Mute option is clean and scratch free. If necessary, click on Speakers to start the CD player program. To display more volume controls, click on Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. Click on the device or application image. 4. Wait for example, if you are using telephone extension cables (this...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... to use. 4. Check the spelling of your recipient's email address. Check with your recipient that the page contains errors (e.g. 'the page contains javascript errors'). Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide a. You have selected the correct ISP for specific instructions. Try again later or check with your ISP whether the service is still valid. To send and receive emails, you need to be established. Make...
... to use. 4. Check the spelling of your recipient's email address. Check with your recipient that the page contains errors (e.g. 'the page contains javascript errors'). Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide a. You have selected the correct ISP for specific instructions. Try again later or check with your ISP whether the service is still valid. To send and receive emails, you need to be established. Make...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... have problems installing your new hardware, you wish to install it will be used on upgrading your computer when asked to the Recovering your computer and device before disconnecting or reconnecting any warranty. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide For best results, an authorised service provider should only open your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to open your computer's hardware configuration. is exactly as a printer, scanner, joystick, etc. Resetting your Hardware Configuration...
... have problems installing your new hardware, you wish to install it will be used on upgrading your computer when asked to the Recovering your computer and device before disconnecting or reconnecting any warranty. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide For best results, an authorised service provider should only open your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to open your computer's hardware configuration. is exactly as a printer, scanner, joystick, etc. Resetting your Hardware Configuration...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... menu opens. 2. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help fix your pre-installed software and drivers: 1. If you purchased it into the disc drive, then go to a previous system condition" on your system 1. To recover your computer, you need to its factory condition" on your hard drive or the backup discs you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. The Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. HELPDESK RECOVERING...
... menu opens. 2. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help fix your pre-installed software and drivers: 1. If you purchased it into the disc drive, then go to a previous system condition" on your system 1. To recover your computer, you need to its factory condition" on your hard drive or the backup discs you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. The Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. HELPDESK RECOVERING...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Turn on Gateway Recovery Management. The boot menu is still working, see "Recovering from the hard drive during startup To reinstall Windows and all files on the Restore tab, then Restore system to your hard drive. Click on your hard drive. 2. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your computer. Click on -screen prompts for...
... all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Turn on Gateway Recovery Management. The boot menu is still working, see "Recovering from the hard drive during startup To reinstall Windows and all files on the Restore tab, then Restore system to your hard drive. Click on your hard drive. 2. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your computer. Click on -screen prompts for...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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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...
