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...3 Install the mouse and keyboard batteries. FOR EXTRA HELP... To access these guides, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. WEB CAM Connect to music, watch DVD movies, or install software. Actual product may vary from image shown. For detailed... information about common issues, or for setup instructions. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. Display Bright, brilliant color NXT SoundVu acoustic panel Delivers crisp, clear sound Data ports Memory card reader, FireWire™...
...3 Install the mouse and keyboard batteries. FOR EXTRA HELP... To access these guides, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. WEB CAM Connect to music, watch DVD movies, or install software. Actual product may vary from image shown. For detailed... information about common issues, or for setup instructions. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. Display Bright, brilliant color NXT SoundVu acoustic panel Delivers crisp, clear sound Data ports Memory card reader, FireWire™...
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Guide 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 5 Checking out your computer 6 Front 6 Back 7 Sides 8 Power module 10 Working safely and ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Guide 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 5 Checking out your computer 6 Front 6 Back 7 Sides 8 Power module 10 Working safely and ...
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Contents Storing the remote control 30 Using the DVD-RW drive 30 Loading a disc 30 Ejecting an optical disc 31 Playing discs 31 Creating discs 32 Using the memory card reader 32 Memory card types 33 Using a memory card 33 Connecting peripheral devices 34 Connecting the TV tuner 34 Connecting the Web cam 39 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 41 Connecting the dial-up modem 41 Adjusting the volume 42 Chapter 3: Upgrading Your Computer 45 Opening and closing the case 46 Installing memory 48 Adding or replacing a hard drive 50 Adding or replacing Mini PCI cards 51 ...
Contents Storing the remote control 30 Using the DVD-RW drive 30 Loading a disc 30 Ejecting an optical disc 31 Playing discs 31 Creating discs 32 Using the memory card reader 32 Memory card types 33 Using a memory card 33 Connecting peripheral devices 34 Connecting the TV tuner 34 Connecting the Web cam 39 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 41 Connecting the dial-up modem 41 Adjusting the volume 42 Chapter 3: Upgrading Your Computer 45 Opening and closing the case 46 Installing memory 48 Adding or replacing a hard drive 50 Adding or replacing Mini PCI cards 51 ...
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www.gateway.com Checking hard drive space 65 Deleting unnecessary files 66 Checking the hard drive for errors 67 Defragmenting the hard drive 68 Backing up files ...
www.gateway.com Checking hard drive space 65 Deleting unnecessary files 66 Checking the hard drive for errors 67 Defragmenting the hard drive 68 Backing up files ...
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Contents Using Microsoft System Restore 98 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . 101 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 102 Telephone support 103 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 103 Telephone numbers 104 Self-help 104 Tutoring 105 Training 105 Appendix A: Legal Notices 107 Index 117 iv
Contents Using Microsoft System Restore 98 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . 101 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 102 Telephone support 103 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 103 Telephone numbers 104 Self-help 104 Tutoring 105 Training 105 Appendix A: Legal Notices 107 Index 117 iv
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CHAPTER1 About This Guide • About this guide • Accessing your online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 1
CHAPTER1 About This Guide • About this guide • Accessing your online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 1
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... your computer because hardware options may vary. For more information For more information about your computer, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your computer's label. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to additional...your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 The Support page also has links to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on the following topics...
... your computer because hardware options may vary. For more information For more information about your computer, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your computer's label. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to additional...your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 The Support page also has links to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on the following topics...
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... will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. Microsoft Certificate of your computer contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information The label on the bottom of your operating system. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you call for your...
... will need to enter these numbers to activate Windows. Microsoft Certificate of your computer contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information The label on the bottom of your operating system. If you ever reinstall Windows from the installation DVD, you call for your...
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CHAPTER2 Setting Up and Getting Started • Checking out your computer • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Setting up the keyboard and mouse • Starting your computer • Turning off and restarting your computer • Using the keyboard and mouse • Using the remote control • Using the DVD-RW drive • Using the memory card reader • Connecting peripheral devices • Adjusting the volume 5
CHAPTER2 Setting Up and Getting Started • Checking out your computer • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Setting up the keyboard and mouse • Starting your computer • Turning off and restarting your computer • Using the keyboard and mouse • Using the remote control • Using the DVD-RW drive • Using the memory card reader • Connecting peripheral devices • Adjusting the volume 5
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.../RF sync Indicates when the computer is on page 8. Data ports For more detail, see "Sides" on Standby (flashing). Do not block. Power indicator The Gateway logo indicates when power is on (glowing) and when power is receiving IR signals from the remote control. DVD-RW drive For more detail, see...
.../RF sync Indicates when the computer is on page 8. Data ports For more detail, see "Sides" on Standby (flashing). Do not block. Power indicator The Gateway logo indicates when power is on (glowing) and when power is receiving IR signals from the remote control. DVD-RW drive For more detail, see...
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..." on or off. Supports your online User Guide. As you push the top of the screen back or pull it forward, this port. Back www.gateway.com Web cam port Power button Slide-out Cable lock slot support stand Component Web cam port Power button Slide-out support stand Cable lock...
..." on or off. Supports your online User Guide. As you push the top of the screen back or pull it forward, this port. Back www.gateway.com Web cam port Power button Slide-out Cable lock slot support stand Component Web cam port Power button Slide-out support stand Cable lock...
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Sides CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Power/data cable Slide-out support stand Memory card reader IEEE 1394/FireWire™ port USB ports Headphone jack Microphone jack Slot-load DVD-RW drive Power button Power/data cable Slide-out support stand 8
Sides CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Power/data cable Slide-out support stand Memory card reader IEEE 1394/FireWire™ port USB ports Headphone jack Microphone jack Slot-load DVD-RW drive Power button Power/data cable Slide-out support stand 8
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... 12. Slide-out support stand Supports your computer to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and write large files onto recordable discs. www.gateway.com Component Description Power/data cable Connects your computer in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. 9 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other...
... 12. Slide-out support stand Supports your computer to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and write large files onto recordable discs. www.gateway.com Component Description Power/data cable Connects your computer in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. 9 For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other...
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The IR blaster lets you position an IR emitter on an amplifier or entertainment system for digital sound. Power/data cable connector Plug your computer's power/data cable into an optical Audio In jack on an amplifier or entertainment system for digital sound. Optical digital audio out jack Plug an optical digital audio cable into this jack and into this connector. 10 USB ports Plug a USB device into a coaxial Audio In jack on your online User Guide. Coaxial digital audio out jack Plug a coaxial digital audio cable into this jack and into these ports. CHAPTER 2: ...
The IR blaster lets you position an IR emitter on an amplifier or entertainment system for digital sound. Power/data cable connector Plug your computer's power/data cable into an optical Audio In jack on an amplifier or entertainment system for digital sound. Optical digital audio out jack Plug an optical digital audio cable into this jack and into this connector. 10 USB ports Plug a USB device into a coaxial Audio In jack on your online User Guide. Coaxial digital audio out jack Plug a coaxial digital audio cable into this jack and into these ports. CHAPTER 2: ...
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www.gateway.com Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and ...
www.gateway.com Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and ...
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The support stand helps maintain the viewing angle that angle. 12 Every 10 or 15 minutes, look around the room, and try to focus on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and computer so you can avoid bright reflections and glare. As you set. Do not use your computer in your work area. Your computer is stable through a 10° range of motion, from nearly upright (leaning back 5°) to maintain that you push the top of time. CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not ...
The support stand helps maintain the viewing angle that angle. 12 Every 10 or 15 minutes, look around the room, and try to focus on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and computer so you can avoid bright reflections and glare. As you set. Do not use your computer in your work area. Your computer is stable through a 10° range of motion, from nearly upright (leaning back 5°) to maintain that you push the top of time. CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not ...
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... position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work . • Take breaks to provide extra back support. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair Follow these guidelines for your computer desk. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of...
... position, stretch your muscles, and relieve your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work . • Take breaks to provide extra back support. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair Follow these guidelines for your computer desk. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of...
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Warning The AC power module contains peripheral expansion components that has a modem jack. Protect your computer by connecting them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. If you cannot run your computer for an extended period of electricity coming into an AC power outlet. 14 CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power/data cable and the modem connection. Protect ...
Warning The AC power module contains peripheral expansion components that has a modem jack. Protect your computer by connecting them from power source problems Warning High voltages can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. If you cannot run your computer for an extended period of electricity coming into an AC power outlet. 14 CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power/data cable and the modem connection. Protect ...
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www.gateway.com Connecting power To connect power: 1 Plug your computer's power/data cable into an AC power outlet. Make sure that the cable's clips lock into place. 2 Plug the provided AC power cable into the power module, then plug the power cable into the power/data connector on the two connector latches, then pull the plug away from the module. 15 We recommend using a surge protector. 3 To disconnect the power/data cable from the power module, press inward on the power module.
www.gateway.com Connecting power To connect power: 1 Plug your computer's power/data cable into an AC power outlet. Make sure that the cable's clips lock into place. 2 Plug the provided AC power cable into the power module, then plug the power cable into the power/data connector on the two connector latches, then pull the plug away from the module. 15 We recommend using a surge protector. 3 To disconnect the power/data cable from the power module, press inward on the power module.