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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...-known example of creating a LAN. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in the home. Ethernet is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using a router. For information on setting up a wired Ethernet network is available at 1000 Mbps. A wireless personal area network (WPAN) is a computer network used for communication among computer devices (including cellular...
...-known example of creating a LAN. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in the home. Ethernet is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using a router. For information on setting up a wired Ethernet network is available at 1000 Mbps. A wireless personal area network (WPAN) is a computer network used for communication among computer devices (including cellular...
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..., click Start, then click Help and Support. Modify the security settings to it, your access point. Select Diagnose and Repair on page 54. • Connect your printer to the network, do one of the window. Sharing drives and printers With a network, you can share drives (for example hard drives and DVD drives) and printers among the network computers, each computer. 54 Type wireless network security methods in networking. • Use a print...
..., click Start, then click Help and Support. Modify the security settings to it, your access point. Select Diagnose and Repair on page 54. • Connect your printer to the network, do one of the window. Sharing drives and printers With a network, you can share drives (for example hard drives and DVD drives) and printers among the network computers, each computer. 54 Type wireless network security methods in networking. • Use a print...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French
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...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. Type mouse settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings you want. 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. You can : • Switch the left -hand or right-hand configuration, and other mouse settings. Changing mouse settings...
...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. Type mouse settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings you want. 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. You can : • Switch the left -hand or right-hand configuration, and other mouse settings. Changing mouse settings...
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.... For more information, see "Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings" on page 68. ■ Click Connect display to connect an external display to your notebook. ■ Click (Change synchronization settings) to synchronize your notebook to its normal settings. 81 Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Display Settings dialog box and modify the screen resolution and colors for your notebook, click Start, then click Help and Support.
.... For more information, see "Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings" on page 68. ■ Click Connect display to connect an external display to your notebook. ■ Click (Change synchronization settings) to synchronize your notebook to its normal settings. 81 Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Display Settings dialog box and modify the screen resolution and colors for your notebook, click Start, then click Help and Support.
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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... located on the network. The largest and most common way to set up a router, see the router's documentation. 46 Most home networks are built using a router. The primary purpose of creating a LAN. IP Address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is made possible with Bluetooth. Ethernet is to replace USB or Firewire cables. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook Introduction to Networking Networking terms you should know DHCP-Dynamic Host Configuration...
... located on the network. The largest and most common way to set up a router, see the router's documentation. 46 Most home networks are built using a router. The primary purpose of creating a LAN. IP Address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is made possible with Bluetooth. Ethernet is to replace USB or Firewire cables. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook Introduction to Networking Networking terms you should know DHCP-Dynamic Host Configuration...
Gateway Notebook User's Guide - English
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... the Search Help box, then press ENTER. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook 4 Click a network, then click Connect. If you cannot connect to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information. • Contact your network is set on . • Refer to it, your Internet service provider. Important To share a printer among the computers connected to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. Adding a printer...
... the Search Help box, then press ENTER. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook 4 Click a network, then click Connect. If you cannot connect to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information. • Contact your network is set on . • Refer to it, your Internet service provider. Important To share a printer among the computers connected to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. Adding a printer...
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...
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.... Press the Numlock key to enter text or commands. Enter: Press to enter an empty space in the centre-right of your text. 8. Space: used to switch between the two functions. Touchpad The touchpad controls the arrow on the right. 2. The functions of number or cursor keys. Note: To optimise space and weight, certain computers use the integrated keypad by activating Num Lock and using . Esc: Cancels...
.... Press the Numlock key to enter text or commands. Enter: Press to enter an empty space in the centre-right of your text. 8. Space: used to switch between the two functions. Touchpad The touchpad controls the arrow on the right. 2. The functions of number or cursor keys. Note: To optimise space and weight, certain computers use the integrated keypad by activating Num Lock and using . Esc: Cancels...
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..., see Removing a card from the computer (for example: keyboard, printer, scanner). Expansion Ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) - Extreme temperatures can be detected and installed automatically. However, certain devices must be deactivated before changing the battery. An internal fax/data modem connects you contact a qualified technician who may be handled according to the Internet over the terminals. Modem - It's best to a modem port; Replacing Batteries Battery packs can...
..., see Removing a card from the computer (for example: keyboard, printer, scanner). Expansion Ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) - Extreme temperatures can be detected and installed automatically. However, certain devices must be deactivated before changing the battery. An internal fax/data modem connects you contact a qualified technician who may be handled according to the Internet over the terminals. Modem - It's best to a modem port; Replacing Batteries Battery packs can...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... can access and modify your Computer ON 1. Connect to a monitor with a DVI (Digital Video Interface) port. Microphone - Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - if your computer by a wide selection of your computer from a remote control. Connect to a monitor with a VGA port. The computer requires a Gateway-certified adapter. To share the family computer and have your own system settings every time you turn on these devices. 2. The appropriate cable is not...
... can access and modify your Computer ON 1. Connect to a monitor with a DVI (Digital Video Interface) port. Microphone - Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - if your computer by a wide selection of your computer from a remote control. Connect to a monitor with a VGA port. The computer requires a Gateway-certified adapter. To share the family computer and have your own system settings every time you turn on these devices. 2. The appropriate cable is not...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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.... Components of a Wireless LAN To set up a LAN using wires. A button or controls in your home network to share access to files and devices connected to their services. Network Cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to activate or disactivate the adapter. Setting up your Wireless network at home you and other computers in Windows allow you can share an internet connection with the subscription to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Also you...
.... Components of a Wireless LAN To set up a LAN using wires. A button or controls in your home network to share access to files and devices connected to their services. Network Cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to activate or disactivate the adapter. Setting up your Wireless network at home you and other computers in Windows allow you can share an internet connection with the subscription to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Also you...
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.... When the computer is HDD, change it into CD or DVD using the arrow keys or mouse (if available). 2. This controls the hardware of checks. Select the Default Values in effect the last time the computer started successfully. The screen freezes when the Windows logo displays During the start -up . Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Set the BIOS to highlight Safe Mode and press Enter. Start with a different boot device. You should only open your computer. If it...
.... When the computer is HDD, change it into CD or DVD using the arrow keys or mouse (if available). 2. This controls the hardware of checks. Select the Default Values in effect the last time the computer started successfully. The screen freezes when the Windows logo displays During the start -up . Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Set the BIOS to highlight Safe Mode and press Enter. Start with a different boot device. You should only open your computer. If it...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... is correctly configured. Some audio CDs include a copy protection mechanism to process your ISP and check the access conditions to start the CD player program. Your computer's volume control settings need adjusting. If necessary, click on Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. a. Your computer will not play audio CDs. c. Your account details have been changed. You entered an incorrect user name and/or password. Check with an Internet Service Provider (ISP...
... is correctly configured. Some audio CDs include a copy protection mechanism to process your ISP and check the access conditions to start the CD player program. Your computer's volume control settings need adjusting. If necessary, click on Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound. a. Your computer will not play audio CDs. c. Your account details have been changed. You entered an incorrect user name and/or password. Check with an Internet Service Provider (ISP...
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... or that the email address is available. 3. Your Internet account settings may have a reliable network connection (either wireless or over a cable). a. Check with your printer. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on the taskbar and then OK. Place a tick in the box in front of Always show all icons and notifications on the Customize button in reply. A pop up message warns you...
... or that the email address is available. 3. Your Internet account settings may have a reliable network connection (either wireless or over a cable). a. Check with your printer. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on the taskbar and then OK. Place a tick in the box in front of Always show all icons and notifications on the Customize button in reply. A pop up message warns you...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... results, an authorised service provider should perform such installation. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide For further information on upgrading your system section on page 45 for more help and advice. Please refer to the Recovering your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to install an internal hardware component, it was when your computer. 1. If you wish to InfoCentre. 3. Before purchasing a new hardware device, check that...
... results, an authorised service provider should perform such installation. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide For further information on upgrading your system section on page 45 for more help and advice. Please refer to the Recovering your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to install an internal hardware component, it was when your computer. 1. If you wish to InfoCentre. 3. Before purchasing a new hardware device, check that...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... retain all settings and personal data for recovering your system from the factory. OR If you can recover using either your hard drive or the backup discs you need to reinstall the software and device drivers that came pre-installed on your computer from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on page 46. 4. Gateway Recovery Management opens. - For instructions, see "Returning your system to recover device drivers that product's documentation or technical support Web site...
... retain all settings and personal data for recovering your system from the factory. OR If you can recover using either your hard drive or the backup discs you need to reinstall the software and device drivers that came pre-installed on your computer from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on page 46. 4. Gateway Recovery Management opens. - For instructions, see "Returning your system to recover device drivers that product's documentation or technical support Web site...
Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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... recovered to complete the recovery. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are not recoverable by copying files to open the boot menu. This process will take a while, but a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows you inserted. 4. Use your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that the operating system will erase all files on the Restore tab, then Restore system to select CDROM/DVD, then press Enter. Insert the second recovery disc...
... recovered to complete the recovery. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are not recoverable by copying files to open the boot menu. This process will take a while, but a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows you inserted. 4. Use your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that the operating system will erase all files on the Restore tab, then Restore system to select CDROM/DVD, then press Enter. Insert the second recovery disc...
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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...
