Gateway Desktop User's Guide
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... Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the media card reader. Press this drive to listen to control media playback. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on page 22. For more information, see "Using the media card reader" on . 3 You can also configure the power button to turn the power on or off. www.gateway.com Front Component Media navigation interface (optional) Optical disc drive Multimedia panel (optional) Removable hard drive carriers (optional) Media card reader (optional) USB ports...
... Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB external drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the media card reader. Press this drive to listen to control media playback. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on page 22. For more information, see "Using the media card reader" on . 3 You can also configure the power button to turn the power on or off. www.gateway.com Front Component Media navigation interface (optional) Optical disc drive Multimedia panel (optional) Removable hard drive carriers (optional) Media card reader (optional) USB ports...
Gateway Desktop User's Guide
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... optical cable from this illustration. Component Icon Power connector Voltage switch PS/2 keyboard port Integrated monitor (VGA) port HDMI port (optional) USB ports HDMI Surround left and right speakers into this jack. Plug your front left /right jack (black) S/PDIF output jack S/PDIF (optional) Microphone jack (pink) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green) -ORFront speakers jack Description Plug the power cord into these ports. Connect an HDMI video device to this port if the optional add-in video card is installed. This jack is disabled when an audio...
... optical cable from this illustration. Component Icon Power connector Voltage switch PS/2 keyboard port Integrated monitor (VGA) port HDMI port (optional) USB ports HDMI Surround left and right speakers into this jack. Plug your front left /right jack (black) S/PDIF output jack S/PDIF (optional) Microphone jack (pink) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green) -ORFront speakers jack Description Plug the power cord into these ports. Connect an HDMI video device to this port if the optional add-in video card is installed. This jack is disabled when an audio...
Gateway Desktop User's Guide
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... card. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a DSL or cable modem for one of the following: ■ Stereo in ) jack (blue) -ORSide speaker jack Video card Expansion slot cover thumbscrew Description Plug a modem cable into this jack. This jack is installed. Plug a PS/2 mouse into this screw and open the expansion slot cover to unlock the expansion cards. 6 Remove this port. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is user configurable for a broadband Internet connection...
... card. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a DSL or cable modem for one of the following: ■ Stereo in ) jack (blue) -ORSide speaker jack Video card Expansion slot cover thumbscrew Description Plug a modem cable into this jack. This jack is installed. Plug a PS/2 mouse into this screw and open the expansion slot cover to unlock the expansion cards. 6 Remove this port. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is user configurable for a broadband Internet connection...
Gateway Desktop User's Guide
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... about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your computer. If applicable, follow the instructions provided on the Web site to download. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions for the file that you want to run or install the program. CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 3 Create or locate the...
... about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your computer. If applicable, follow the instructions provided on the Web site to download. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions for the file that you want to run or install the program. CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started 3 Create or locate the...
Gateway Desktop User's Guide
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... using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them back on • Refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information • Contact your Internet service provider Adding a printer to the Internet: • Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet, then the Network and Sharing Center. For more information, see the instructions that came with the patterns described in networking. • Use a print server. 20 CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Testing your network...
... using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them back on • Refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information • Contact your Internet service provider Adding a printer to the Internet: • Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet, then the Network and Sharing Center. For more information, see the instructions that came with the patterns described in networking. • Use a print server. 20 CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Testing your network...
Gateway Desktop User's Guide
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...) software and with Media Center itself. You can be replayed on another computer running Media Center or on a TV display, you may need to 800 × 600 or 640 × 480. • Age of the TV-Newer TVs usually have more advanced features, produce a better quality picture, and support higher screen resolutions. • Type of video cables-Poor quality video cables can cause problems. Gateway recommends using high...
...) software and with Media Center itself. You can be replayed on another computer running Media Center or on a TV display, you may need to 800 × 600 or 640 × 480. • Age of the TV-Newer TVs usually have more advanced features, produce a better quality picture, and support higher screen resolutions. • Type of video cables-Poor quality video cables can cause problems. Gateway recommends using high...
Gateway Desktop User's Guide
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... cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of software and device drivers opens. 4 Click the install icon for each time you are recovering from your pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click Gateway Recovery Management. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you want to reinstall. To return to a restore point: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance...
... cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of software and device drivers opens. 4 Click the install icon for each time you are recovering from your pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway, then click Gateway Recovery Management. Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each item you want to reinstall. To return to a restore point: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
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... Computer 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Mouse 6 Volume Controls 8 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 9 Ports and Connectors 10 Turning your Computer ON or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 13 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 20 Network connections 21 Surf...
... Computer 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Mouse 6 Volume Controls 8 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 9 Ports and Connectors 10 Turning your Computer ON or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 13 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 20 Network connections 21 Surf...
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... detected and installed automatically. Connect your computer to these ports. make sure the disc is correctly inserted, then close the disc tray. ✓ Do not eject the disc without first closing the program that were supplied with a normal cloth. Connect a mouse and keyboard to a network ('LAN') or certain high-speed Internet connections. 10 - Disc Compatibility for home and other intellectual property rights. Ports and Connectors The ports and connector types described below...
... detected and installed automatically. Connect your computer to these ports. make sure the disc is correctly inserted, then close the disc tray. ✓ Do not eject the disc without first closing the program that were supplied with a normal cloth. Connect a mouse and keyboard to a network ('LAN') or certain high-speed Internet connections. 10 - Disc Compatibility for home and other intellectual property rights. Ports and Connectors The ports and connector types described below...
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... note that you to communicate with a DVI (Digital Video Interface) port. IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - An eSATA port allows you to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with signals in speakers. Plugging in an audio device disables any network cable. Allows you to connect an external microphone for example: keyboard, printer, scanner). Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - TV Tuner - An adapter may need to your computer is the result of your computer from...
... note that you to communicate with a DVI (Digital Video Interface) port. IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - An eSATA port allows you to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with signals in speakers. Plugging in an audio device disables any network cable. Allows you to connect an external microphone for example: keyboard, printer, scanner). Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - TV Tuner - An adapter may need to your computer is the result of your computer from...
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.... Installation Speed and Simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with other users of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to their services. Access points act as a printer) and an Internet connection. Internet and Software - 21 Also you and other computers in an available expansion slot. Read carefully the documentation supplied with the subscription to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is used to connect...
.... Installation Speed and Simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with other users of your home network to share access to files and devices connected to their services. Access points act as a printer) and an Internet connection. Internet and Software - 21 Also you and other computers in an available expansion slot. Read carefully the documentation supplied with the subscription to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is used to connect...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
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... aircraft is the method of an ad-hoc wireless network. Switch off , or control what is shared over the network with the network management options. Diagram of Microsoft Windows allows you to create an ad-hoc wireless network. Modem 4. Portable computer 6. Warning: Using wireless devices while flying in support for IEEE 802.11 wireless LANs (WLANs) allows you to share a wired Internet connection with multiple computers. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide they may be dangerous to the...
... aircraft is the method of an ad-hoc wireless network. Switch off , or control what is shared over the network with the network management options. Diagram of Microsoft Windows allows you to create an ad-hoc wireless network. Modem 4. Portable computer 6. Warning: Using wireless devices while flying in support for IEEE 802.11 wireless LANs (WLANs) allows you to share a wired Internet connection with multiple computers. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide they may be dangerous to the...
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... access the Windows desktop: 1. Helpdesk - 27 These programs will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. Your computer will not work . driver installations or specific software). This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you do this . Note: When you installed after the restore point was on Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore. System Restore options Restore...
... access the Windows desktop: 1. Helpdesk - 27 These programs will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. Your computer will not work . driver installations or specific software). This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you do this . Note: When you installed after the restore point was on Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore. System Restore options Restore...
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... the motherboard ("integrated video") and another on only the monitor and watch if the power LED of Windows. Disconnect all open programs, with two video ports, one video port does not work, then try the other. Removing additional internal hardware Internal hardware could be active. 1. Helpdesk - 35 b. Click on the Windows desktop. If it does not, restart your computer without the keyboard and mouse. Try to reset your Installation poster. 1. Removing additional external devices These devices may...
... the motherboard ("integrated video") and another on only the monitor and watch if the power LED of Windows. Disconnect all open programs, with two video ports, one video port does not work, then try the other. Removing additional internal hardware Internal hardware could be active. 1. Helpdesk - 35 b. Click on the Windows desktop. If it does not, restart your computer without the keyboard and mouse. Try to reset your Installation poster. 1. Removing additional external devices These devices may...
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... motherboard. The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays When the computer starts, it does, replacing the USB assembly of your computer in Safe Mode to use basic files and drivers. 1. This controls the hardware of that particular motherboard will solve the problem entirely. Press F12 when starting your computer to enter the boot menu (this , try to restart your Warranty & Service Sheet (if supplied) before opening the chassis. Use the arrow keys...
... motherboard. The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays When the computer starts, it does, replacing the USB assembly of your computer in Safe Mode to use basic files and drivers. 1. This controls the hardware of that particular motherboard will solve the problem entirely. Press F12 when starting your computer to enter the boot menu (this , try to restart your Warranty & Service Sheet (if supplied) before opening the chassis. Use the arrow keys...
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... from the Internet: Close Windows Mail and any other applications. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your printer's manual for the account you purchased your recipient is jammed Solution Switch the printer ON Press the printer's on page 43. 2. You have a reliable network connection (either wireless or over a cable). b.
... from the Internet: Close Windows Mail and any other applications. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your printer's manual for the account you purchased your recipient is jammed Solution Switch the printer ON Press the printer's on page 43. 2. You have a reliable network connection (either wireless or over a cable). b.
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... installed correctly in Windows. See your printer's manual for the software. 1. For support, please contact the manufacturer's hotline. Gateway cannot be sure all other applications are securely connected to display more options. Check your printer's manual for any cables. Before installing any new program, be held responsible for information about resolving error messages. b. Insert the CD or DVD. If the disc does not start automatically and display an installation screen...
... installed correctly in Windows. See your printer's manual for the software. 1. For support, please contact the manufacturer's hotline. Gateway cannot be sure all other applications are securely connected to display more options. Check your printer's manual for any cables. Before installing any new program, be held responsible for information about resolving error messages. b. Insert the CD or DVD. If the disc does not start automatically and display an installation screen...
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... page 44). 2. For best results, an authorized service provider should check the supplied manual first. 3. b. c. Each type of device has its own installation specifications, so please check the documentation provided with the card. 3. If you want to restore the hardware configuration so that it is not a complicated task. Resetting your Hardware Configuration If you encounter some problems with your computer's specifications on Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features.
... page 44). 2. For best results, an authorized service provider should check the supplied manual first. 3. b. c. Each type of device has its own installation specifications, so please check the documentation provided with the card. 3. If you want to restore the hardware configuration so that it is not a complicated task. Resetting your Hardware Configuration If you encounter some problems with your computer's specifications on Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features.
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... need to its factory condition. For instructions, see "Returning your system to follow the instructions provided with the device. The Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. 46 - Gateway Recovery Management opens. - Reset your system to recover software that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If nothing else has solved the problem and you may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. To recover your computer from the factory. Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting...
... need to its factory condition. For instructions, see "Returning your system to follow the instructions provided with the device. The Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. 46 - Gateway Recovery Management opens. - Reset your system to recover software that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If nothing else has solved the problem and you may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. To recover your computer from the factory. Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting...
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.... Click on Gateway Recovery Management. During startup, press F12 to your hard drive. The boot menu is still working, see "Recovering from factory default. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Returning your system to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are recovered. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3. When the recovery has finished, a dialog box prompts you can select which device to start from the hard drive during startup To reinstall Windows and all...
.... Click on Gateway Recovery Management. During startup, press F12 to your hard drive. The boot menu is still working, see "Recovering from factory default. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Returning your system to its factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are recovered. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3. When the recovery has finished, a dialog box prompts you can select which device to start from the hard drive during startup To reinstall Windows and all...