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... device settings 73 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 74 Adding and modifying user accounts 75 Changing accessibility settings 76 Using the Ease of Access Center 76 Using voice recognition 77 Using the Windows Mobility Center 78 Setting up parental controls 80 Filtering Internet access 80 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 81 Restricting game access 81 Restricting specific programs 83 Creating activity reports 83 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 85 Setting up a maintenance schedule 86 Updating Windows 86 Using BigFix 86 Managing hard drive...
... device settings 73 Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 74 Adding and modifying user accounts 75 Changing accessibility settings 76 Using the Ease of Access Center 76 Using voice recognition 77 Using the Windows Mobility Center 78 Setting up parental controls 80 Filtering Internet access 80 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 81 Restricting game access 81 Restricting specific programs 83 Creating activity reports 83 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 85 Setting up a maintenance schedule 86 Updating Windows 86 Using BigFix 86 Managing hard drive...
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... be the same on all computers on the network. Ethernet is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using a router. A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to replace USB or Firewire cables. For information on setting up a wired Ethernet network is available at 1000 Mbps. PAN-A personal area network (PAN) is a number that covers a broad geographical area. Subnet Mask-Subnet mask is...
... be the same on all computers on the network. Ethernet is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using a router. A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to replace USB or Firewire cables. For information on setting up a wired Ethernet network is available at 1000 Mbps. PAN-A personal area network (PAN) is a number that covers a broad geographical area. Subnet Mask-Subnet mask is...
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... and access a favorite Internet Web site. Type wireless network security methods in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. For information about wireless network security methods, click Start, then click Help and Support. Modify the security settings to a networked computer, then share the printer. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook 4 Click a network, then click Connect. Adding a printer to your printer to match the settings you can see the instructions that...
... and access a favorite Internet Web site. Type wireless network security methods in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. For information about wireless network security methods, click Start, then click Help and Support. Modify the security settings to a networked computer, then share the printer. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook 4 Click a network, then click Connect. Adding a printer to your printer to match the settings you can see the instructions that...
8513212 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide with eRecovery R0
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... block or insert objects into these slots are blocked, your skin. Do not use the notebook on page 62. Connect an external SATA hard drive to the notebook. www.gateway.com Component HDMI out jack (optional) eSATA jack (optional) Monitor port Icon HDMI eSATA Description Plug an HDMI device, such as a high definition television, into this optional jack. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 62...
... block or insert objects into these slots are blocked, your skin. Do not use the notebook on page 62. Connect an external SATA hard drive to the notebook. www.gateway.com Component HDMI out jack (optional) eSATA jack (optional) Monitor port Icon HDMI eSATA Description Plug an HDMI device, such as a high definition television, into this optional jack. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 62...
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... checkpoints. • Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on boot, then press ENTER. 80 If you forget your password, you must enter the User Password each time you use the BIOS Setup utility. 3 Highlight Set User Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Important You must set the supervisor password in case of privacy. • Use a startup password to restrict access to enter the User Password if your notebook was turned off or put in airports, train...
... checkpoints. • Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on boot, then press ENTER. 80 If you forget your password, you must enter the User Password each time you use the BIOS Setup utility. 3 Highlight Set User Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Important You must set the supervisor password in case of privacy. • Use a startup password to restrict access to enter the User Password if your notebook was turned off or put in airports, train...
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Gateway provides everything was working correctly, the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. Recovery discs take some or all of the computer's software (also called recovering or restoring your system). You can use these discs later for recovering your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 91. If nothing else has solved the problem and you need to...
Gateway provides everything was working correctly, the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. Recovery discs take some or all of the computer's software (also called recovering or restoring your system). You can use these discs later for recovering your system from significant hardware and software problems. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 91. If nothing else has solved the problem and you need to...
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... install Windows. -ORIf your notebook does not use RAID and the drive you replaced was not the C drive, complete any instructions that secure the bracket to the drive. 16 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook. 17 Replace the cover, then tighten the screws. 18 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 20 If your notebook uses RAID, read the section "Setting up an optional...
... install Windows. -ORIf your notebook does not use RAID and the drive you replaced was not the C drive, complete any instructions that secure the bracket to the drive. 16 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook. 17 Replace the cover, then tighten the screws. 18 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 20 If your notebook uses RAID, read the section "Setting up an optional...
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... able to adjust the volume control in speakers, make sure that you have a DVD drive. For instructions on how to play these CDs on the notebook. For the location of the headphone jack, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 87. • Your notebook may be read by the drive. • Some music CDs have copy protection software. For more information about using your notebook. • Make sure that...
... able to adjust the volume control in speakers, make sure that you have a DVD drive. For instructions on how to play these CDs on the notebook. For the location of the headphone jack, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 87. • Your notebook may be read by the drive. • Some music CDs have copy protection software. For more information about using your notebook. • Make sure that...
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... but will not turn on installing the printer driver. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make sure that came with your notebook. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Printers. 130 CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Printer Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. The printer is not set to work offline: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. To set to press...
... but will not turn on installing the printer driver. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make sure that came with your notebook. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Printers. 130 CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Printer Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. The printer is not set to work offline: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. To set to press...
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... key combinations 25 toggle display 26 Windows 25 wireless Ethernet 26 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 85 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 110 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 78 line tester 78 lock cable 80 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 84, 87 Media Center 38 troubleshooting 117 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 99 removing 99 replacing 99 troubleshooting 120 memory card reader inserting card 58 locating 8 memory cards supported...
... key combinations 25 toggle display 26 Windows 25 wireless Ethernet 26 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 85 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 110 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 78 line tester 78 lock cable 80 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 84, 87 Media Center 38 troubleshooting 117 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 99 removing 99 replacing 99 troubleshooting 120 memory card reader inserting card 58 locating 8 memory cards supported...
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.../airplane adapter 72 battery 68, 69, 70, 71 button 11, 26 changing modes 73 changing plans 74 connector 9, 16 conserving battery power 71 EmPower adapter 72 extending battery life 71 Hibernate mode 72 Hybrid Sleep mode 26, 72 indicator 6, 21 international adapter 81 management 67, 71 plans 74 Sleep mode 21, 26, 72 source problems 18 SpeedStep settings 74 status indicator 6 surge protector 18 troubleshooting 129 turning off notebook 21 turning on notebook 19 printer default 130 installing 60 troubleshooting 130 USB port...
.../airplane adapter 72 battery 68, 69, 70, 71 button 11, 26 changing modes 73 changing plans 74 connector 9, 16 conserving battery power 71 EmPower adapter 72 extending battery life 71 Hibernate mode 72 Hybrid Sleep mode 26, 72 indicator 6, 21 international adapter 81 management 67, 71 plans 74 Sleep mode 21, 26, 72 source problems 18 SpeedStep settings 74 status indicator 6 surge protector 18 troubleshooting 129 turning off notebook 21 turning on notebook 19 printer default 130 installing 60 troubleshooting 130 USB port...
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... device 61 port 60 USB port 7, 8 user password 80 Windows Media Player 38 Windows System Restore 88 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 125 wireless Ethernet button 26 status indicator 23 troubleshooting 127 turning off 44 turning on 44 using while traveling 79 wireless network switch 6 troubleshooting 127 working safely 14 V VGA port 9, 63 video HDMI out jack 9 monitor port 9 projector port 9 troubleshooting 132 VGA port 9 video camera connecting 57, 61, 62 volume adjusting 28, 42 adjusting modem 124 controls 42 muting 28, 38, 42 system keys 28 troubleshooting 131 W waking up notebook 21 webcam...
... device 61 port 60 USB port 7, 8 user password 80 Windows Media Player 38 Windows System Restore 88 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 125 wireless Ethernet button 26 status indicator 23 troubleshooting 127 turning off 44 turning on 44 using while traveling 79 wireless network switch 6 troubleshooting 127 working safely 14 V VGA port 9, 63 video HDMI out jack 9 monitor port 9 projector port 9 troubleshooting 132 VGA port 9 video camera connecting 57, 61, 62 volume adjusting 28, 42 adjusting modem 124 controls 42 muting 28, 38, 42 system keys 28 troubleshooting 131 W waking up notebook 21 webcam...
8513073 - Gateway FX Notebook Setup Poster
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... battery will fully charge. 3 CONNECT TO THE INTERNET (optional) Connect an Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable if using high speed Internet access or connect a phone cable to connect safely and securely. in for tips on common technical issues, go to the Internet or a network, and protecting your computer, see "Managing Power" in your Reference Guide. All other countries. USB port Ethernet jack 4 START YOUR NOTEBOOK Press the power button, then follow the on your hard drive. Setting up your AC power adapter whenever power...
... battery will fully charge. 3 CONNECT TO THE INTERNET (optional) Connect an Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable if using high speed Internet access or connect a phone cable to connect safely and securely. in for tips on common technical issues, go to the Internet or a network, and protecting your computer, see "Managing Power" in your Reference Guide. All other countries. USB port Ethernet jack 4 START YOUR NOTEBOOK Press the power button, then follow the on your hard drive. Setting up your AC power adapter whenever power...
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... instructions. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Important You must return your notebook to you or behind you can be sure of theft or loss, and keep your notebook with you turn on your notebook if it passes through the X-ray machine in security checkpoints. • Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on boot...
... instructions. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Important You must return your notebook to you or behind you can be sure of theft or loss, and keep your notebook with you turn on your notebook if it passes through the X-ray machine in security checkpoints. • Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on boot...
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... you should create a set of the computer's software (also called recovering or restoring your system). For instructions on page 89. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre-installed, see that were pre-installed at www.gateway.com. Gateway provides everything was working correctly. To recover your system: 1 Create recovery discs as soon as possible. Caution To prepare your computer for additional system recovery options, you...
... you should create a set of the computer's software (also called recovering or restoring your system). For instructions on page 89. For instructions, see "Creating recovery discs" on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre-installed, see that were pre-installed at www.gateway.com. Gateway provides everything was working correctly. To recover your system: 1 Create recovery discs as soon as possible. Caution To prepare your computer for additional system recovery options, you...
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... to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on -screen instructions. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 15 Replace the screws that secure the bracket to the drive. 16 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook. 17 Replace the cover, then tighten the screws. 18 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 20 If your notebook uses RAID, read the section "Setting up an optional...
... to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on -screen instructions. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 15 Replace the screws that secure the bracket to the drive. 16 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook. 17 Replace the cover, then tighten the screws. 18 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 20 If your notebook uses RAID, read the section "Setting up an optional...
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... set to press so the printer can start printing. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Printers. 4 Right-click the name of the printer you may need to work offline: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. To make sure that came with your notebook. Make sure that it in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make...
... set to press so the printer can start printing. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Printers. 4 Right-click the name of the printer you may need to work offline: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. To make sure that came with your notebook. Make sure that it in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make...
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... 25 wireless Ethernet 26 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 85 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 110 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 78 line tester 78 lock cable 80 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 84, 87 Media Center 38 troubleshooting 117 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 99 removing 99 replacing 99 troubleshooting 120 memory card reader inserting card 58 locating 8 memory cards supported 58 removing card 59 troubleshooting 121 using...
... 25 wireless Ethernet 26 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 85 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 110 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 78 line tester 78 lock cable 80 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 84, 87 Media Center 38 troubleshooting 117 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 99 removing 99 replacing 99 troubleshooting 120 memory card reader inserting card 58 locating 8 memory cards supported 58 removing card 59 troubleshooting 121 using...
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.../airplane adapter 72 battery 68, 69, 70, 71 button 11, 26 changing modes 73 changing plans 74 connector 9, 16 conserving battery power 71 EmPower adapter 72 extending battery life 71 Hibernate mode 72 Hybrid Sleep mode 26, 72 indicator 6, 21 international adapter 81 management 67, 71 plans 74 Sleep mode 21, 26, 72 source problems 18 SpeedStep settings 74 status indicator 6 surge protector 18 troubleshooting 129 turning off notebook 21 turning on notebook 19 printer default 130 installing 60 troubleshooting 130 USB port...
.../airplane adapter 72 battery 68, 69, 70, 71 button 11, 26 changing modes 73 changing plans 74 connector 9, 16 conserving battery power 71 EmPower adapter 72 extending battery life 71 Hibernate mode 72 Hybrid Sleep mode 26, 72 indicator 6, 21 international adapter 81 management 67, 71 plans 74 Sleep mode 21, 26, 72 source problems 18 SpeedStep settings 74 status indicator 6 surge protector 18 troubleshooting 129 turning off notebook 21 turning on notebook 19 printer default 130 installing 60 troubleshooting 130 USB port...
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... Kensington cable lock 7 serial number 2, 80 setting up safety precautions 136 Settings button 40 shipping notebook 78 shortcut menus accessing 37 shortcuts opening menu 37 shutting down notebook 21, 22 Sleep mode 21, 26, 73 system key 26 Snapshot button 42 SO-DIMM See memory software re-installing 88, 91 sound adjusting 28, 43 controls 43 muting 28, 39, 43 troubleshooting 131 speakers built-in 11 jack 8 SpeedStep technology 74 Start camera button 40 starting notebook 19 programs 36 startup password 80...
... Kensington cable lock 7 serial number 2, 80 setting up safety precautions 136 Settings button 40 shipping notebook 78 shortcut menus accessing 37 shortcuts opening menu 37 shutting down notebook 21, 22 Sleep mode 21, 26, 73 system key 26 Snapshot button 42 SO-DIMM See memory software re-installing 88, 91 sound adjusting 28, 43 controls 43 muting 28, 39, 43 troubleshooting 131 speakers built-in 11 jack 8 SpeedStep technology 74 Start camera button 40 starting notebook 19 programs 36 startup password 80...