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... an Internet Service Provider ....... 53 Right view 23 Network connections 55 Base view 24 Surf the Net 59 Security 62 Upgrading your computer 26 Expanding through options 26 Helpdesk 75 Connectivity options 26 Safe computing 75 Maintenance 75 Power supply 31 Updates 82 AC power adapter 31 Windows Remote Assistance 83 Battery pack 32 Battery pack characteristics 32 Recovery 85 Installing or removing the battery pack ..... 34 Gateway Recovery Management 85 Charging the battery 35 Creating recovery discs 85...
... an Internet Service Provider ....... 53 Right view 23 Network connections 55 Base view 24 Surf the Net 59 Security 62 Upgrading your computer 26 Expanding through options 26 Helpdesk 75 Connectivity options 26 Safe computing 75 Maintenance 75 Power supply 31 Updates 82 AC power adapter 31 Windows Remote Assistance 83 Battery pack 32 Battery pack characteristics 32 Recovery 85 Installing or removing the battery pack ..... 34 Gateway Recovery Management 85 Charging the battery 35 Creating recovery discs 85...
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.... This guide has been designed to introduce you can use it will ask you for purchasing this Gateway computer! After setting up and starting your computer, as shown in your computer does not connect to the Internet, please refer to the Internet. If your network is On. • Your computer will detect and display any available networks, select your network and enter the password...
.... This guide has been designed to introduce you can use it will ask you for purchasing this Gateway computer! After setting up and starting your computer, as shown in your computer does not connect to the Internet, please refer to the Internet. If your network is On. • Your computer will detect and display any available networks, select your network and enter the password...
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...unused slots from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is completely dry before switching ...memory cards or expansion devices, plastic 'dummies' may result in the card slots. Wait overnight if necessary. Note: If your computer, switch it off immediately, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery and make sure it on your computer includes slots for use when no cards are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may be installed in damage and will often require extensive work...
...unused slots from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is completely dry before switching ...memory cards or expansion devices, plastic 'dummies' may result in the card slots. Wait overnight if necessary. Note: If your computer, switch it off immediately, unplug the AC adapter, remove the battery and make sure it on your computer includes slots for use when no cards are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may be installed in damage and will often require extensive work...
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.... HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is clearly marked with an icon. Battery indicator - # Icon Item Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. Icon Function Description Fn Hotkey for second function Activates a second function on certain keys. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. 8 Click buttons (left...
.... HDD indicator Indicates when the hard disk drive is clearly marked with an icon. Battery indicator - # Icon Item Power indicator Description Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. Icon Function Description Fn Hotkey for second function Activates a second function on certain keys. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. 8 Click buttons (left...
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Create a regular schedule or make copies whenever you to save power. Play or pause a selected media file. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on and off to create backup copies of your computer - 17 Next Jump to the previous media file. Icon Function Help Gateway MyBackup Communication Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Play/Pause Description Opens the help menu. Allows...
Create a regular schedule or make copies whenever you to save power. Play or pause a selected media file. Enables/disables the computer's communication devices. Switches display output between the display screen, external monitor (if connected) and both. Turns the internal touchpad on and off to create backup copies of your computer - 17 Next Jump to the previous media file. Icon Function Help Gateway MyBackup Communication Display toggle Screen blank Touchpad toggle Play/Pause Description Opens the help menu. Allows...
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... key will start your instant messenging application. Hotkeys The computer uses hotkeys (key combinations) to F12 keys. 18 To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key (bottom left) before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Function Description Fn + Special keys (see page 16) Function keys Activates the F1 to access function keys and navigation commands. Social Networking Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Brightness up Opens the Social Networks application. - Icon Function Brightness down Decreases the sound volume...
... key will start your instant messenging application. Hotkeys The computer uses hotkeys (key combinations) to F12 keys. 18 To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key (bottom left) before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Function Description Fn + Special keys (see page 16) Function keys Activates the F1 to access function keys and navigation commands. Social Networking Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Brightness up Opens the Social Networks application. - Icon Function Brightness down Decreases the sound volume...
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... headphones). - Accepts inputs from external microphones. Acer smart handheld headsets). 22 Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Supports high-definition digital video connections. Supports compatible 3.5 mm headsets with built-in microphone (e.g. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Connect to stay cool. - # Icon Item 2 Ventilation and cooling fan 3 External display (VGA) port 4 HDMI port 5 USB 2.0 port 6 Microphone jack 7 Headphones / speaker jack Description Allows the computer to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
... headphones). - Accepts inputs from external microphones. Acer smart handheld headsets). 22 Connects to a display device (e.g., external monitor, LCD projector). Supports high-definition digital video connections. Supports compatible 3.5 mm headsets with built-in microphone (e.g. Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Connect to stay cool. - # Icon Item 2 Ventilation and cooling fan 3 External display (VGA) port 4 HDMI port 5 USB 2.0 port 6 Microphone jack 7 Headphones / speaker jack Description Allows the computer to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
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... external devices to insert the card, try reorientating the card slightly. 3. Memory card reader Memory cards are used in a wide selection of the card) and ask you if you need to use any force to the computer, read the following section. Connectivity options Ports allow you many options for a complete computing experience. Inserting a memory card 1. A few millimetres of the card will extend from beyond the slot. Carefully slide the card into place. UPGRADING...
... external devices to insert the card, try reorientating the card slightly. 3. Memory card reader Memory cards are used in a wide selection of the card) and ask you if you need to use any force to the computer, read the following section. Connectivity options Ports allow you many options for a complete computing experience. Inserting a memory card 1. A few millimetres of the card will extend from beyond the slot. Carefully slide the card into place. UPGRADING...
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.... Secure the cable connection with the monitor. Video port Connect to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Note: To access the display controls: Click on the computer. Click on power to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. These resemble standard USB ports, except they include additional internal connections and are blue. Turn on the Display category, then select Change Display Settings. If necessary change the display settings used by the...
.... Secure the cable connection with the monitor. Video port Connect to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Note: To access the display controls: Click on the computer. Click on power to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. These resemble standard USB ports, except they include additional internal connections and are blue. Turn on the Display category, then select Change Display Settings. If necessary change the display settings used by the...
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Use the headphone port to plug in speakers. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. Use the microphone port to connect audio devices. High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for mono recording; Plugging an audio device to connect with highend audio and video equipment. Headphones and microphone These two ports allow you to connect an external microphone for certain models) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industrysupported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides...
Use the headphone port to plug in speakers. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. Use the microphone port to connect audio devices. High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for mono recording; Plugging an audio device to connect with highend audio and video equipment. Headphones and microphone These two ports allow you to connect an external microphone for certain models) HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industrysupported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides...
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... manually, whenever needed. Easily edit and print your backup. Photo editing - Then share them safe. Express your files, you have a regular copy of your ideas, solve problems and simplify everyday projects with Windows Live Photo Gallery. Productivity software Work Great with Bing™ - Search & Decide with Microsoft® Office 2010 - See page 85 for system recovery options, you may be created...
... manually, whenever needed. Easily edit and print your backup. Photo editing - Then share them safe. Express your files, you have a regular copy of your ideas, solve problems and simplify everyday projects with Windows Live Photo Gallery. Productivity software Work Great with Bing™ - Search & Decide with Microsoft® Office 2010 - See page 85 for system recovery options, you may be created...
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.... Click the X to access settings for Flickr. Example of the Social Networks application. If the Live Update button is active, you may download and install an updated version of Facebook tabs: The first button, and the section viewed when a tab is checked (the refresh frequency) and logout from specific networks in the bottom bar to see specific settings; Changing settings Click the settings icon to exit the...
.... Click the X to access settings for Flickr. Example of the Social Networks application. If the Live Update button is active, you may download and install an updated version of Facebook tabs: The first button, and the section viewed when a tab is checked (the refresh frequency) and logout from specific networks in the bottom bar to see specific settings; Changing settings Click the settings icon to exit the...
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... can set up a LAN using the 3G features, check with a cellular provider. Note: If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you to use your computer, or may be incurred, especially roaming charges. Internet - 55 This service is a group of computers (for a SIM card may require an external device, such as WiFi or Bluetooth). Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is generally available in to your telephone and watch cable...
... can set up a LAN using the 3G features, check with a cellular provider. Note: If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you to use your computer, or may be incurred, especially roaming charges. Internet - 55 This service is a group of computers (for a SIM card may require an external device, such as WiFi or Bluetooth). Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is generally available in to your telephone and watch cable...
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...the network management options. Switch off , or control what is prohibited. Printer 5. Modem 5 4. Click on or off a wireless network connection Most computers feature a 'WiFi' button that turns the network connection on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Portable computer 6. Diagram of a working network 1. Access point/router 2. Network (RJ45) cables 6 4 1 3 72 Turning on/off . If your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may turn your wireless network on or off all devices before...
...the network management options. Switch off , or control what is prohibited. Printer 5. Modem 5 4. Click on or off a wireless network connection Most computers feature a 'WiFi' button that turns the network connection on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Portable computer 6. Diagram of a working network 1. Access point/router 2. Network (RJ45) cables 6 4 1 3 72 Turning on/off . If your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may turn your wireless network on or off all devices before...
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If you changed a system setting, and it did not work. 1. Select Windows System Restore and click Next. driver installations or specific software). This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. In the confirmation screen, click on an earlier date, without affecting your personal documents or emails (it was created and click Next. 3. Select from the list the date when the restore point...
If you changed a system setting, and it did not work. 1. Select Windows System Restore and click Next. driver installations or specific software). This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. In the confirmation screen, click on an earlier date, without affecting your personal documents or emails (it was created and click Next. 3. Select from the list the date when the restore point...
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... solved the problem and you an option to its factory condition" on page 90. Recovery - 89 To recover your system to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. Revert to its factory condition. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. Reset your system: 1. To recover software and drivers that product...
... solved the problem and you an option to its factory condition" on page 90. Recovery - 89 To recover your system to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. Revert to its factory condition. If reinstalling software or drivers does not help, then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. Reset your system: 1. To recover software and drivers that product...
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... hard drive. Click on -screen prompts for first-time system setup. This process may take a while, but a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows you to . Follow the on Yes, then Start. Click on Gateway Recovery Management. Recovery - 93 Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on OK. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3. A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. The recovery...
... hard drive. Click on -screen prompts for first-time system setup. This process may take a while, but a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows you to . Follow the on Yes, then Start. Click on Gateway Recovery Management. Recovery - 93 Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on OK. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3. A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. The recovery...
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... enabled, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: 1. Select OK to select the Exit menu. 5. Turn on your hard drive. 3. Press F2 when starting your hard drive. 2. Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Click on Restore system from your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all files on Next. Use the left or right arrow keys to Enabled. 4. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. This process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Recovering from the hard drive during startup...
... enabled, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: 1. Select OK to select the Exit menu. 5. Turn on your hard drive. 3. Press F2 when starting your hard drive. 2. Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Click on Restore system from your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all files on Next. Use the left or right arrow keys to Enabled. 4. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. This process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Recovering from the hard drive during startup...
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... will notify you in advance that you to make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that may result in the devices not ringing in a margin at the top or bottom of service may be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is resolved. Connection to an incoming call . - The United States Telephone...
... will notify you in advance that you to make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that may result in the devices not ringing in a margin at the top or bottom of service may be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is resolved. Connection to an incoming call . - The United States Telephone...
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.... Caution: Risk of used batteries in the equipment. European law states that batteries must be recycled or disposed of according to the instructions. for disposal separately from household waste. Battery disposal (when applicable) Before disposing of your equipment ensure that you can use. Mercury advisory For electronic products containing a non-LED-backlit LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this...
.... Caution: Risk of used batteries in the equipment. European law states that batteries must be recycled or disposed of according to the instructions. for disposal separately from household waste. Battery disposal (when applicable) Before disposing of your equipment ensure that you can use. Mercury advisory For electronic products containing a non-LED-backlit LCD/CRT monitor or display: Lamp(s) inside this...
