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Table of recovery 71 Expanding through options 20 Connectivity options 20 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 4 Software 25 Registration 4 Using Windows and your software 25 Software installation 5 Welcome Center 25 Recovery 5 Having trouble 5 Internet security offer 25 Productivity software 26 Computer Basics 7 Safety and comfort 7 Safety precautions 7 Health precautions 10 Gateway Recovery Management 26 Playing multimedia files 26 AutoPlay 28 Playing downloaded files 29 Playing DVD movies 30 Setting up your computer...
Table of recovery 71 Expanding through options 20 Connectivity options 20 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 4 Software 25 Registration 4 Using Windows and your software 25 Software installation 5 Welcome Center 25 Recovery 5 Having trouble 5 Internet security offer 25 Productivity software 26 Computer Basics 7 Safety and comfort 7 Safety precautions 7 Health precautions 10 Gateway Recovery Management 26 Playing multimedia files 26 AutoPlay 28 Playing downloaded files 29 Playing DVD movies 30 Setting up your computer...
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... you access to the features of your computer, as : • Faster service from our trained representatives. • Membership in the Gateway community: receive promotions and participate in the setup instructions, it will ask you questions that will invite you for the first time, it . The second window you'll see contains optional fields that will then configure installed software. This guide...
... you access to the features of your computer, as : • Faster service from our trained representatives. • Membership in the Gateway community: receive promotions and participate in the setup instructions, it will ask you questions that will invite you for the first time, it . The second window you'll see contains optional fields that will then configure installed software. This guide...
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... the instructions provided on the front and rear panels of your computer is easy. Actual device models may vary. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monitor, and the power cable. Connect your mouse and keyboard PS/2 interface Plug the PS/2 mouse and keyboard cable into any of the USB ports located on the setup guide. 16 - Wireless Certain computers include a wireless mouse and keyboard. USING YOUR COMPUTER CONNECTING THE COMPUTER Setting...
... the instructions provided on the front and rear panels of your computer is easy. Actual device models may vary. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monitor, and the power cable. Connect your mouse and keyboard PS/2 interface Plug the PS/2 mouse and keyboard cable into any of the USB ports located on the setup guide. 16 - Wireless Certain computers include a wireless mouse and keyboard. USING YOUR COMPUTER CONNECTING THE COMPUTER Setting...
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... type of the power cable into the cable modem or network jack or hub on the rear of the computer, then connect the other end of connection can vary. Refer to the monitor manual for information on how to a broadband network Individual network configuration Connect one end of the network cable on the network port on your computer's voltage setting. Using your area. Use a cable that it matches your network. Connect to your network setup. Plug the...
... type of the power cable into the cable modem or network jack or hub on the rear of the computer, then connect the other end of connection can vary. Refer to the monitor manual for information on how to a broadband network Individual network configuration Connect one end of the network cable on the network port on your computer's voltage setting. Using your area. Use a cable that it matches your network. Connect to your network setup. Plug the...
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... the monitor power switch is usually included with the monitor. If necessary change the display settings used by the computer. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Upgrading your computer - 23 Certain computers may use USB 3.0 compatible devices with these steps to connect an monitor to your computer: 1. The appropriate cable is turned off. 2. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. These resemble standard USB ports, except they include additional internal connections...
... the monitor power switch is usually included with the monitor. If necessary change the display settings used by the computer. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Upgrading your computer - 23 Certain computers may use USB 3.0 compatible devices with these steps to connect an monitor to your computer: 1. The appropriate cable is turned off. 2. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. These resemble standard USB ports, except they include additional internal connections...
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... mono recording; Use the microphone port to connect audio devices. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in speakers. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. Plugging an audio device to the headphone port disables the built...
... mono recording; Use the microphone port to connect audio devices. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in speakers. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. Plugging an audio device to the headphone port disables the built...
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... you may then configure additional options as needed. If available, select the Express setup option, you to choose the way Windows handles media files on devices with removable storage (digital camera, CD, DVD, etc). If you have an Internet connection, the Guide (Electronic Program Guide) allows you to choose how you 28 - Software This shows channel and network information, as well as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will display a dialog box...
... you may then configure additional options as needed. If available, select the Express setup option, you to choose the way Windows handles media files on devices with removable storage (digital camera, CD, DVD, etc). If you have an Internet connection, the Guide (Electronic Program Guide) allows you to choose how you 28 - Software This shows channel and network information, as well as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will display a dialog box...
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... DVD movies on your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set to a region code, it will play DVD discs of Africa, India 30 - In many cases, you to the table below for more information. Please refer to enter the region code. that region only. Please also see Windows Help and Support for DVD movie region code information. Insert the DVD. Software...
... DVD movies on your hard disk does not reset the number of times the region code has been set to a region code, it will play DVD discs of Africa, India 30 - In many cases, you to the table below for more information. Please refer to enter the region code. that region only. Please also see Windows Help and Support for DVD movie region code information. Insert the DVD. Software...
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..., peripheral devices (such as WiFi or Bluetooth). Setting up a LAN using wires. What are connected to the Internet. This service is a wireless local area network, which may link two or more computers without using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as a printer) and an Internet connection. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is generally available in large cities. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is easy and allows you can set up a network, you...
..., peripheral devices (such as WiFi or Bluetooth). Setting up a LAN using wires. What are connected to the Internet. This service is a wireless local area network, which may link two or more computers without using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as a printer) and an Internet connection. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is generally available in large cities. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is easy and allows you can set up a network, you...
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... their services. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network. Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to the access point. this type of a wireless LAN To set up your home. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you access to the access point (see illustration below); Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Most routers have chosen normally supplies...
... their services. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network. Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to the access point. this type of a wireless LAN To set up your home. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you access to the access point (see illustration below); Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Most routers have chosen normally supplies...
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PDA/Smartphone 7. Modem 5 4. Internet Wireless adapter This is installed inside your computer. Desktop computer 3. Printer 5. Portable computer 6. Network (RJ45) cables 4 1 3 72 6 36 - Access point/router 2. Diagram of wireless adapter available, the most common are different types of a working network 1. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is connected to the computer that you wish to connect to your network, there are : USB WiFi adapter: Connects to a free USB port on your computer in an available expansion slot.
PDA/Smartphone 7. Modem 5 4. Internet Wireless adapter This is installed inside your computer. Desktop computer 3. Printer 5. Portable computer 6. Network (RJ45) cables 4 1 3 72 6 36 - Access point/router 2. Diagram of wireless adapter available, the most common are different types of a working network 1. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is connected to the computer that you wish to connect to your network, there are : USB WiFi adapter: Connects to a free USB port on your computer in an available expansion slot.
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... the Internet Explorer shortcut located on or off a wireless network connection If your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may turn your wireless network on the Windows desktop and take your Internet experience to a new level! Internet - 37 Turning on/off , or control what is shared over the network with the network management options. To surf the Internet, you need a program called an Internet browser. Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Internet...
... the Internet Explorer shortcut located on or off a wireless network connection If your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may turn your wireless network on the Windows desktop and take your Internet experience to a new level! Internet - 37 Turning on/off , or control what is shared over the network with the network management options. To surf the Internet, you need a program called an Internet browser. Click on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Internet...
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... your Windows Update settings to install themselves or run on by default. Internet Caution: Please note that can improve your computing experience and help protect your privacy and your computer, Windows Defender includes real-time protection options. updates include security patches and program updates that most security software suites provide similar functionality and will disable Windows Defender in order to change important Windows settings. Windows Defender is installed and turned...
... your Windows Update settings to install themselves or run on by default. Internet Caution: Please note that can improve your computing experience and help protect your privacy and your computer, Windows Defender includes real-time protection options. updates include security patches and program updates that most security software suites provide similar functionality and will disable Windows Defender in order to change important Windows settings. Windows Defender is installed and turned...
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... cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. This will open System Restore. In the confirmation screen, click on an earlier date, without affecting your personal documents or emails (it did not work. 1. driver installations or specific software). Click Next. 2. If you changed a system setting, and it will not restore lost documents either). Select Windows System Restore and click Next. Your computer will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. By default Windows...
... cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. This will open System Restore. In the confirmation screen, click on an earlier date, without affecting your personal documents or emails (it did not work. 1. driver installations or specific software). Click Next. 2. If you changed a system setting, and it will not restore lost documents either). Select Windows System Restore and click Next. Your computer will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. By default Windows...
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... updates have been downloaded and installed on your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. New content is added to -date. Operating system, software and drivers Windows Update can help you can protect your computer from the main interface of Norton Internet Security and the Live Update link. Norton Internet Security performs automatic updates through Live Update. • Perform updates when prompted by Windows Action Center. • Use Microsoft Windows Automatic Updates. • Run Windows Update. Internet security Norton Internet...
... updates have been downloaded and installed on your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. New content is added to -date. Operating system, software and drivers Windows Update can help you can protect your computer from the main interface of Norton Internet Security and the Live Update link. Norton Internet Security performs automatic updates through Live Update. • Perform updates when prompted by Windows Action Center. • Use Microsoft Windows Automatic Updates. • Run Windows Update. Internet security Norton Internet...
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... using the correct type of disc. If your drive can not read hard disk or optical disc drive information. Check the following : • Make sure you are using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the disc is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the disc is not write-protected. Check the following : Make sure the disk is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center...
... using the correct type of disc. If your drive can not read hard disk or optical disc drive information. Check the following : • Make sure you are using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the disc is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the disc is not write-protected. Check the following : Make sure the disk is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center...
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... process is complete. The drive ejects each disc, such as it completes burning it with a permanent marker. You will be shown the backup progress on each disc as 'Windows Recovery Disc 1 of 2' or 'Apps/Drivers Recovery disc'. RECOVERING YOUR SYSTEM If Gateway support did not help fix your problem, you will restore your computer Recovery - 69 If multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then...
... process is complete. The drive ejects each disc, such as it completes burning it with a permanent marker. You will be shown the backup progress on each disc as 'Windows Recovery Disc 1 of 2' or 'Apps/Drivers Recovery disc'. RECOVERING YOUR SYSTEM If Gateway support did not help fix your problem, you will restore your computer Recovery - 69 If multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then...
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... that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 72. 3. Perform minor fixes. For instructions on page 73. 70 - Recovery Reset your system: 1. If nothing else has solved the problem and you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. To recover software and drivers that product's documentation or technical support Web site. 2. Revert...
... that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 72. 3. Perform minor fixes. For instructions on page 73. 70 - Recovery Reset your system: 1. If nothing else has solved the problem and you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. To recover software and drivers that product's documentation or technical support Web site. 2. Revert...
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... Start. • If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive is still working, see "Recovering from the hard drive during startup" on page 75. • If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all files on your hard drive. This process may take a while, but a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows...
... Start. • If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive is still working, see "Recovering from the hard drive during startup" on page 75. • If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all files on your hard drive. This process may take a while, but a Gateway Recovery Management screen shows...
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... to change this setting to confirm. Turn on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are recovered. Recovering from your computer. Turn on your computer. 2. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: 1. Select OK to Enabled. 4. Recovery...
... to change this setting to confirm. Turn on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are recovered. Recovering from your computer. Turn on your computer. 2. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: 1. Select OK to Enabled. 4. Recovery...