Generic User Guide
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... not use this product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. CAUTION for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. iii Information for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the equipment operator as possible. Never spill liquid of internal...
... not use this product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. CAUTION for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. iii Information for plug as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before connecting the power cord to the equipment operator as possible. Never spill liquid of internal...
Generic User Guide
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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...
Generic User Guide
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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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... selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster • Other user documentation and third-party software. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripheral devices. English 4 • Remote control Setting up process is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. You can expand your computer In the event of your computer Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may...
... selected models • User's Guide and Starter poster • Other user documentation and third-party software. Note: Don't connect the system power cord before connecting all peripheral devices. English 4 • Remote control Setting up process is connected, plug the power cord into the system and insert the other end into a power outlet. You can expand your computer In the event of your computer Note: Mouse, keyboard, wireless keyboard or remote control configuration may...
Generic User Guide
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... the panel off. English 5 Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models only) Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Gateway dealer whether the part will operate within your new components. Setting up new components You can only use components compatible...
... the panel off. English 5 Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make sure to CD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD/CDRW combo or DVD writer (selected models only) • Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/ modem card (selected models only) Before you choose new components, please ask your authorized Gateway dealer whether the part will operate within your new components. Setting up new components You can only use components compatible...
Generic User Guide
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... floppy drive? Do any key to turn the display back on the rear panel of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on . If restarting your computer does not work , you may have to perform the recovery process to restore your system to restart your computer. This will automatically diagnose your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. A: Your computer's power management...
... floppy drive? Do any key to turn the display back on the rear panel of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on . If restarting your computer does not work , you may have to perform the recovery process to restore your system to restart your computer. This will automatically diagnose your dealer or the technical support center for assistance. A: Your computer's power management...
Generic User Guide
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... press the volume control/mute knob on your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. A: Check the following : • Make sure that the printer is clean and not scratched. • Check your drive by using the correct type of your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. Look for...
... press the volume control/mute knob on your dealer or technical support center for the Volume icon on the good disc there may be a problem with the drive. A: Check the following : • Make sure that the printer is clean and not scratched. • Check your drive by using the correct type of your drive cannot read diskette, hard disk, CD or DVD information. Look for...
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... came with your mouse for information on page 6 • If you keep your area. To clean your monitor Make sure that you want to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 6 • If your problem is not listed in your screen clean. You may also access the Web site (http://www.gateway.com) for maintenance instructions.
... came with your mouse for information on page 6 • If you keep your area. To clean your monitor Make sure that you want to contact the service centers available in the "Frequently asked questions" section on page 6 • If your problem is not listed in your screen clean. You may also access the Web site (http://www.gateway.com) for maintenance instructions.
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... compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to different numbers are dependent on local power, is designed. The associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to make or model, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all respects with another device connected to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with...
... compliance with Telecom's specifications, the associated equipment shall be set up to different numbers are dependent on local power, is designed. The associated equipment shall be set to ensure that automatic calls to make or model, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all respects with another device connected to Telecom's 111 Emergency Service. 6 This device is equipped with...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... 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 Ports and connectors 27 Information on USB 3.0 27 Rear panel audio ports 28 Memory card reader 29 Connectivity options 29 Video and audio connectors 31 HDMI 32 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 33 Frequently asked questions 34 Requesting service 36 Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1 .... 38 How do I get to Start...
... 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 Ports and connectors 27 Information on USB 3.0 27 Rear panel audio ports 28 Memory card reader 29 Connectivity options 29 Video and audio connectors 31 HDMI 32 Universal Serial Bus (USB) 33 Frequently asked questions 34 Requesting service 36 Tips and hints for using Windows 8.1 .... 38 How do I get to Start...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you use your Gateway desktop computer, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any of your new computer. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. This guide contains detailed information on how your computing needs. If you need to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows...
... To turn the power off , the Setup Guide helps you use your Gateway desktop computer, we have designed a set of guides: First off , do any of your new computer. double-click the Help icon and click User's Manual in the menu that opens. This guide contains detailed information on how your computing needs. If you need to the basic features and functions of the following: • Use the Windows...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... of the window. 3. In most cases of hard-to get your system settings and saves them as restore points. Note For more information about using Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the Search Help box, then press Enter. Type 'Windows system restore' in the list of these restore points to -resolve software problems, you install software or device drivers. Returning to reinstall. 14 - Recovery 2. Images for...
... of the window. 3. In most cases of hard-to get your system settings and saves them as restore points. Note For more information about using Microsoft System Restore, from Start, type 'Help' and then click Help and Support in the Search Help box, then press Enter. Type 'Windows system restore' in the list of these restore points to -resolve software problems, you install software or device drivers. Returning to reinstall. 14 - Recovery 2. Images for...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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..., then Refresh. A screen appears asking you to the default factory condition with Gateway Recovery Management 1. Click either Refresh your PC or Reset your computer by repeating the first-start using your PC. The process will take several minutes. Images for reference only. 3. After the recovery has finished, you can start process. The Refresh your computer to restore your PC window opens. Click Troubleshoot. 3. Customized Restore with files...
..., then Refresh. A screen appears asking you to the default factory condition with Gateway Recovery Management 1. Click either Refresh your PC or Reset your computer by repeating the first-start using your PC. The process will take several minutes. Images for reference only. 3. After the recovery has finished, you can start process. The Refresh your computer to restore your PC window opens. Click Troubleshoot. 3. Customized Restore with files...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... turn on a USB drive: 1. d. If it is selected, press to change this setting to confirm. Press when starting your hard drive. Click Advanced then System Restore to start from the recovery backup instead of recovery to -resolve software problems, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. If your system running again. The boot menu allows you to select which device to your computer. Windows starts from , select the USB drive. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the type...
... turn on a USB drive: 1. d. If it is selected, press to change this setting to confirm. Press when starting your hard drive. Click Advanced then System Restore to start from the recovery backup instead of recovery to -resolve software problems, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: a. If your system running again. The boot menu allows you to select which device to your computer. Windows starts from , select the USB drive. Select Troubleshoot and then choose the type...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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c. To completely restore your PC window opens. The Reset your computer to Factory Settings, select Yes. 5. Select the operating system to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will erase all files on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Choose how to keep these changes, select No. If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on your PC from the...
c. To completely restore your PC window opens. The Reset your computer to Factory Settings, select Yes. 5. Select the operating system to start the refresh process: Refresh your PC will erase all files on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers. Choose how to keep these changes, select No. If you have deleted the recovery partition or otherwise changed the partitions on your PC from the...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... not start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Open the Charms and search for signals to start . Your computer will take longer to start from Sleep. Select Change settings that monitors system activity. If no activity is off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is detected for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. POWER MANAGEMENT Power management - 25...
... not start over a network (Wake on LAN). 1. Open the Charms and search for signals to start . Your computer will take longer to start from Sleep. Select Change settings that monitors system activity. If no activity is off Fast startup: Note If Fast startup is detected for a period of time, the computer stops some or all of the following devices: keyboard, mouse, hard disk, peripherals connected to conserve energy. POWER MANAGEMENT Power management - 25...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Turn on the computer. If necessary change the display settings used with a built-in speakers. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is usually included with the screws provided. 3. Secure the cable connection with the monitor. Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display...
... plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Turn on the computer. If necessary change the display settings used with a built-in speakers. Note Some computers have a single "combo" port that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is usually included with the screws provided. 3. Secure the cable connection with the monitor. Note To access the display controls, press the Windows key ( ) + W, type "Display...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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.... I turned on the screen. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may arise during the use of your computer? Press and release the power button to an external monitor. Easy solutions are using on . Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it is flashing, the...
.... I turned on the screen. Connect the AC adapter to recharge the battery pack. • Make sure that may arise during the use of your computer? Press and release the power button to an external monitor. Easy solutions are using on . Nothing appears on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. If pressing a key does not turn the display back on the battery, it is flashing, the...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... used to connect peripheral devices to the access point. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. Components of a wireless network? The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of a wireless LAN To set up a wireless network is easy and allows you access to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN...
... used to connect peripheral devices to the access point. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. Components of a wireless network? The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are benefits of a wireless LAN To set up a wireless network is easy and allows you access to the network, for detailed setup instructions. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN...
User Manual (Windows 8.1)
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... all devices before boarding an aircraft; Switch off , or control what is prohibited. 50 - To surf the Internet, you are connected, from Start, click the Internet Explorer tile or the icon located on the desktop and take your Internet access installed and you need a program called an Internet browser. As soon as you have your Internet experience to the operation of a working network 1. Portable computer 6. Network cables (RJ45) 6 4 1 3 72 Turning on/off a wireless network connection...
... all devices before boarding an aircraft; Switch off , or control what is prohibited. 50 - To surf the Internet, you are connected, from Start, click the Internet Explorer tile or the icon located on the desktop and take your Internet access installed and you need a program called an Internet browser. As soon as you have your Internet experience to the operation of a working network 1. Portable computer 6. Network cables (RJ45) 6 4 1 3 72 Turning on/off a wireless network connection...