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... a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to the AC power outlet. CAUTION for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Unplug the power cord before connecting the power cord to...
... a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you need to disconnect power to the AC power outlet. CAUTION for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Unplug the power cord before connecting the power cord to...
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... information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package 3 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 4 System upgrade (selected models only) 4 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Frequently asked questions 6 Taking care of your computer 8 Important tips 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 To clean...
... information v Disposal instructions vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii System tour 1 Environment 2 Setting up your computer 3 Necessary to know before setup 3 Selecting a location 3 Opening the package 3 Connecting peripherals 4 Starting your computer 4 Shutting down your computer 4 System upgrade (selected models only) 4 Opening the computer 5 Setting up new components 5 Frequently asked questions 6 Taking care of your computer 8 Important tips 8 Cleaning and servicing 8 To clean...
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...card reader (selected models only) IEEE 1394/FireWire jack (selected models only) Copy button (selected models only) Media navigation interface (selected models only) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector (selected models only) SPDIF VGA port (selected models only) Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack (selected models only) Backup button (selected models only) Removable hard drivecarriers (selected models only) S/PDIF port (selected models only) PS/2 mouse connector (selected models only) Serial port (selected models only) USB port (selected models...
...card reader (selected models only) IEEE 1394/FireWire jack (selected models only) Copy button (selected models only) Media navigation interface (selected models only) RCA jack (selected models only) PS/2 keyboard connector (selected models only) SPDIF VGA port (selected models only) Printer connector (selected models only) Microphone-in jack (selected models only) Backup button (selected models only) Removable hard drivecarriers (selected models only) S/PDIF port (selected models only) PS/2 mouse connector (selected models only) Serial port (selected models only) USB port (selected models...
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Starting your computer After connecting all peripheral devices. Shutting down , turn off all the peripheral equipment, start up your computer Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by adding components. After the system has shut down your computer In the event of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the front of your Gateway system. System upgrade (selected models only) You can expand...
Starting your computer After connecting all peripheral devices. Shutting down , turn off all the peripheral equipment, start up your computer Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may vary by adding components. After the system has shut down your computer In the event of a system crash, press and hold the power button on the front of your Gateway system. System upgrade (selected models only) You can expand...
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... switch located on . However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you are possible situations that it with a system diskette and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your computer. • The operating system files may have to perform the recovery process to restore your system to its original default factory settings. Q: Nothing appears on . A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen...
... switch located on . However, if the diagnostic utility still reports a problem, then you are possible situations that it with a system diskette and press Ctrl + Alt + Del to restart your computer. • The operating system files may have to perform the recovery process to restore your system to its original default factory settings. Q: Nothing appears on . A: Your computer's power management function automatically blanks the screen...
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... drive by using the correct type of your USB keyboard to the printer's documentation. If it is connected securely to the system's parallel port and the corresponding port on your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. Look for assistance. Contact your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. A: Check the following : • Make sure that the printer cable is turned...
... drive by using the correct type of your USB keyboard to the printer's documentation. If it is connected securely to the system's parallel port and the corresponding port on your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. Look for assistance. Contact your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. A: Check the following : • Make sure that the printer cable is turned...
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... clean your pointing device To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 6 • If your problem is not listed in your monitor. When to contact a service technician • If...
... clean your pointing device To clean an optical mouse For users of your computer's internal components Asking for technical assistance For technical assistance, contact your local dealer or distributor. For cleaning instructions, refer to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 6 • If your problem is not listed in your monitor. When to contact a service technician • If...
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... of correct operation at the higher speeds for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with minimum conditions for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this device. In order to operate within any 30 minute period for any single manual call...
... of correct operation at the higher speeds for compliance with Telecom's Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment (PC) associated with minimum conditions for compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this device. In order to operate within any 30 minute period for any single manual call...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... Windows 15 Recovering from a recovery backup ......... 18 Connecting to the Internet 21 Connecting with a cable 21 Built-in network feature 21 BIOS utility 22 Boot sequence 22 Setting passwords 22 Securing your computer 23 Using passwords 23 Entering passwords 23 Power management 25 Saving power 25 Memory card reader 27 Connectivity options 27 Video and audio connectors 29 HDMI 30 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 31 Frequently asked questions 32 Requesting service 34 Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1 .... 36 How do I get to Start...
... Windows 15 Recovering from a recovery backup ......... 18 Connecting to the Internet 21 Connecting with a cable 21 Built-in network feature 21 BIOS utility 22 Boot sequence 22 Setting passwords 22 Securing your computer 23 Using passwords 23 Entering passwords 23 Power management 25 Saving power 25 Memory card reader 27 Connectivity options 27 Video and audio connectors 29 HDMI 30 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 31 Frequently asked questions 32 Requesting service 34 Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1 .... 36 How do I get to Start...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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...: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. If you need to power down , you to the User's Manual. Your guides To help you get started with setting up your choice for a short while, but don't want to thank you for making this Gateway desktop computer your...
...: • Use the Windows shutdown command: Press the Windows key + , click Settings > Power then click Shut Down. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. If you need to power down , you to the User's Manual. Your guides To help you get started with setting up your choice for a short while, but don't want to thank you for making this Gateway desktop computer your...
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... a restore point 1. Click the install icon for the item you can return to one of your system running again. Type 'Windows system restore' in the list of the window. 3. In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you want to reinstall. Returning to get your system settings and saves them as restore points. 14 - From Start, type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the list of the Gateway Resource Center...
... a restore point 1. Click the install icon for the item you can return to one of your system running again. Type 'Windows system restore' in the list of the window. 3. In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you want to reinstall. Returning to get your system settings and saves them as restore points. 14 - From Start, type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the list of the Gateway Resource Center...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... PC or Reset your computer to the default factory condition with Gateway Recovery Management 1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. Customized Restore with files intact. Click Next. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. "Reset your PC" completely removes all your files and resets your computer by repeating the first-start process. Note "Refresh your PC" enables you can start using your computer to choose the keyboard layout. 2. Recovery - 17 6. Images for reference...
... PC or Reset your computer to the default factory condition with Gateway Recovery Management 1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. Customized Restore with files intact. Click Next. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. "Reset your PC" completely removes all your files and resets your computer by repeating the first-start process. Note "Refresh your PC" enables you can start using your computer to choose the keyboard layout. 2. Recovery - 17 6. Images for reference...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... running again. d. f. In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of BIOS your system settings and saves them as restore points. This process takes about 30 minutes. Depending on the type of these restore points to start Microsoft System Restore: Microsoft System Restore periodically takes a 'snapshot' of the normal startup process. 6. During startup, press to select USB Device, then press Enter. a. b. c. The boot menu...
... running again. d. f. In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of BIOS your system settings and saves them as restore points. This process takes about 30 minutes. Depending on the type of these restore points to start Microsoft System Restore: Microsoft System Restore periodically takes a 'snapshot' of the normal startup process. 6. During startup, press to select USB Device, then press Enter. a. b. c. The boot menu...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... to Factory Settings, select Yes. 5. If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on the hard drive and want to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will attempt to retain your files (user data) but will erase all files on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. c. Click Reset your PC to keep any changes to erase your hard drive. 1. Images...
... to Factory Settings, select Yes. 5. If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on the hard drive and want to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will attempt to retain your files (user data) but will erase all files on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. c. Click Reset your PC to keep any changes to erase your hard drive. 1. Images...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... that are currently unavailable. These checks consume extra power. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start. Open System and Security > Power Options. 3. Select Change settings that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of power to check for signals to the computer, and video memory.
... that are currently unavailable. These checks consume extra power. Saving power Disable Fast startup Your computer uses Fast startup to start quickly, but also uses a small amount of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to start. Open System and Security > Power Options. 3. Select Change settings that monitors system activity. System activity refers to any activity involving one or more of power to check for signals to the computer, and video memory.
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... the specifications of connection supported depends on the computer. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. Follow these steps to connect an monitor to your computer's configuration). Turn on Display. Video and audio connectors - 29 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Connect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of the monitor. The appropriate cable is turned off and the monitor power switch is usually included with a built-in speakers. Plugging an audio device to connect an external microphone...
... the specifications of connection supported depends on the computer. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. Follow these steps to connect an monitor to your computer's configuration). Turn on Display. Video and audio connectors - 29 VIDEO AND AUDIO CONNECTORS Connect to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of the monitor. The appropriate cable is turned off and the monitor power switch is usually included with a built-in speakers. Plugging an audio device to connect an external microphone...
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... a USB storage device (USB disk or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set to the computer. • If the power LED is flashing, the computer may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is a list...
... a USB storage device (USB disk or smartphone) plugged into the computer and to turn the display back on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may be set to the computer. • If the power LED is flashing, the computer may arise during the use of possible situations that the AC adapter is a list...
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... the following pages: • Windows 8 and 8.1 tutorials: www.gateway.com/windows8tutorial • Support FAQs: support.gateway.com Where can pin shortcuts to the people, files, and devices you 'll connect your cursor to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > Accounts > Connect to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. You do I get...
... the following pages: • Windows 8 and 8.1 tutorials: www.gateway.com/windows8tutorial • Support FAQs: support.gateway.com Where can pin shortcuts to the people, files, and devices you 'll connect your cursor to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > Accounts > Connect to the upper right-hand corner of the screen and click Settings > Change PC settings > Update & recovery > Windows Update. You do I get...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... devices and an Internet connection. Setting up your Access point/router for example a printer or scanner. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network. What are two-way transceivers that will allow you to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. Components of cable may link two or more computers without using wires. Read carefully the documentation supplied...
... devices and an Internet connection. Setting up your Access point/router for example a printer or scanner. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network. What are two-way transceivers that will allow you to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you need to a high speed DSL internet connection. Components of cable may link two or more computers without using wires. Read carefully the documentation supplied...
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Desktop computer 3. Portable computer 6. Network cables (RJ45) 6 4 1 3 72 Turning on/off a wireless network connection If your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you are connected, from Start, click the Internet Explorer tile or the icon located on the desktop and take your wireless network on HomeGroup. Press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "HomeGroup" and then click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; Internet Explorer provides an easy and...
Desktop computer 3. Portable computer 6. Network cables (RJ45) 6 4 1 3 72 Turning on/off a wireless network connection If your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you are connected, from Start, click the Internet Explorer tile or the icon located on the desktop and take your wireless network on HomeGroup. Press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "HomeGroup" and then click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; Internet Explorer provides an easy and...