Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 1
... 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...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 8
... access advanced volume control settings. Remote Control (optional) Enjoy all your computer does not feature an internal infrared receiver, a USB receiver is required. If supplied, connect the USB receiver to a USB port on the Speaker icon located in the Notification Area, next to adjust the volume. Power ON/OFF or Quick Resume 2. Open Live TV 7. Back, Start (Windows key) and More information 11. Insert the batteries into the remote control; Open Record TV 5. DVD Menu 3. Volume controls...
... access advanced volume control settings. Remote Control (optional) Enjoy all your computer does not feature an internal infrared receiver, a USB receiver is required. If supplied, connect the USB receiver to a USB port on the Speaker icon located in the Notification Area, next to adjust the volume. Power ON/OFF or Quick Resume 2. Open Live TV 7. Back, Start (Windows key) and More information 11. Insert the batteries into the remote control; Open Record TV 5. DVD Menu 3. Volume controls...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 10
... to open it . ✓ Most devices may read from an External Card Reader on Gateway computers. Do not touch the optical lens in the drive, if the lens is using the disc. However, certain devices must turn off your computer off. 2. device. Should this does not mean that is prohibited. However, this happen, restart your computer by using the drive. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Ports and Connectors The ports and connector types described...
... to open it . ✓ Most devices may read from an External Card Reader on Gateway computers. Do not touch the optical lens in the drive, if the lens is using the disc. However, certain devices must turn off your computer off. 2. device. Should this does not mean that is prohibited. However, this happen, restart your computer by using the drive. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Ports and Connectors The ports and connector types described...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 11
.... Note: Many monitors use a splitter cable to connect both ports to a monitor with a high-speed SATA connection. Other Features Remote Control Receiver - It cannot be used to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with a VGA port. DVI Port - An S-Video TV-Out port allows you plug in speakers. Line-Out - Allows you to communicate with a compatible remote control (optional). if your computer features two TV tuner ports, use a 15-pin analog connection, so you to connect a compatible display device (such as a high...
.... Note: Many monitors use a splitter cable to connect both ports to a monitor with a high-speed SATA connection. Other Features Remote Control Receiver - It cannot be used to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with a VGA port. DVI Port - An S-Video TV-Out port allows you plug in speakers. Line-Out - Allows you to communicate with a compatible remote control (optional). if your computer features two TV tuner ports, use a 15-pin analog connection, so you to connect a compatible display device (such as a high...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 13
... of Windows can control your needs, you can define the power scheme that you choose the right accessories and make your computer. Simply plug it into a USB port and "drag and drop" to end and click on your computer's hard drive, just like Hibernate; To do so, press the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously and select Start Task Manager. Power Options The power options of the LEDs turn your...
... of Windows can control your needs, you can define the power scheme that you choose the right accessories and make your computer. Simply plug it into a USB port and "drag and drop" to end and click on your computer's hard drive, just like Hibernate; To do so, press the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously and select Start Task Manager. Power Options The power options of the LEDs turn your...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 18
... tasks and tips and information on Start > Windows Media Center. You may then configure additional options as Windows Media Center. If available, select the Express setup option, you purchased. The updates will be downloaded from online services. Other buttons give you start a setup wizard, which will configure some basic settings. To start the media program installed on your computer, click on using a program, press F1 on your keyboard, or click on how to view...
... tasks and tips and information on Start > Windows Media Center. You may then configure additional options as Windows Media Center. If available, select the Express setup option, you purchased. The updates will be downloaded from online services. Other buttons give you start a setup wizard, which will configure some basic settings. To start the media program installed on your computer, click on using a program, press F1 on your keyboard, or click on how to view...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 19
... see Windows Help and Support for the program to start PowerDVD by default. If you have inserted a disk that says my computer is used to compress or decompress a digital media file, such as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will automatically display a dialog box and ask you to choose how you want to open the files. Windows Media Player and other programs use with the each type of...
... see Windows Help and Support for the program to start PowerDVD by default. If you have inserted a disk that says my computer is used to compress or decompress a digital media file, such as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will automatically display a dialog box and ask you to choose how you want to open the files. Windows Media Player and other programs use with the each type of...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 21
...) and an Internet connection. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. this type of cable may link two or more computers without using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as a mediator between wired and wireless network. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is installed inside your Wireless network at home you to the access point. Setting up a LAN using wires. Network Cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called...
...) and an Internet connection. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. this type of cable may link two or more computers without using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as a mediator between wired and wireless network. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is installed inside your Wireless network at home you to the access point. Setting up a LAN using wires. Network Cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 22
... an ad-hoc wireless network. Access point/router 2. Printer 5. Built-in aircraft is the method of an ad-hoc wireless network. Click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; This is prohibited. Modem 4. they may turn your wireless network on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Desktop computer 3. Portable computer 6. These two features can be illegal. 22 - Network cables (RJ45) 5 6 4 1 3 72 Ad-Hoc internet sharing The Internet Connection Sharing...
... an ad-hoc wireless network. Access point/router 2. Printer 5. Built-in aircraft is the method of an ad-hoc wireless network. Click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; This is prohibited. Modem 4. they may turn your wireless network on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Desktop computer 3. Portable computer 6. These two features can be illegal. 22 - Network cables (RJ45) 5 6 4 1 3 72 Ad-Hoc internet sharing The Internet Connection Sharing...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 27
... open System Restore. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. This will need to your computer and restore its settings and performance, while saving your personal data files (such as documents, browsing history, drawings, favorites, or emails). Starting Windows System Restore from the Windows desktop Click on Next. driver installations or specific software). Note: When you restore your computer you installed after the restore...
... open System Restore. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. This will need to your computer and restore its settings and performance, while saving your personal data files (such as documents, browsing history, drawings, favorites, or emails). Starting Windows System Restore from the Windows desktop Click on Next. driver installations or specific software). Note: When you restore your computer you installed after the restore...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 28
... Known Good Configuration and press Enter. In order for your computer's operating system, software programs, and hardware. The new Norton Internet Security™ runs quietly in the list box to Windows Update regularly, so you can use this restore point. To finish, click on Next. 2. Use the arrow keys to access advanced startup options. 2. It allows you to choose updates for you to -date via Internet downloads. In the confirmation screen, click...
... Known Good Configuration and press Enter. In order for your computer's operating system, software programs, and hardware. The new Norton Internet Security™ runs quietly in the list box to Windows Update regularly, so you can use this restore point. To finish, click on Next. 2. Use the arrow keys to access advanced startup options. 2. It allows you to choose updates for you to -date via Internet downloads. In the confirmation screen, click...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 35
... motherboard ("integrated video") and another on only the monitor and watch if the power LED of the computer and plug it does not, restart your needs. The number of Windows. Power on a high-performance graphics card using an expansion slot. Removing additional external devices These devices may be active. 1. Try to a working wall socket). 3. Removing additional internal hardware Internal hardware could be faulty. Caution: Before you wish to reset your Installation poster. 1. Close all your computer's configuration...
... motherboard ("integrated video") and another on only the monitor and watch if the power LED of the computer and plug it does not, restart your needs. The number of Windows. Power on a high-performance graphics card using an expansion slot. Removing additional external devices These devices may be active. 1. Try to a working wall socket). 3. Removing additional internal hardware Internal hardware could be faulty. Caution: Before you wish to reset your Installation poster. 1. Close all your computer's configuration...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 36
... the Gateway logo displays. Use the arrow keys to default settings. Don't forget to confirm. 3. Depending on your computer to enter the BIOS. Only do so if your InfoCentre updates! When the computer is the root cause of the options below. Select Exit in the top menu using the arrow keys and press Enter to start -up process, Windows runs a number of all computers). Press OK to download your...
... the Gateway logo displays. Use the arrow keys to default settings. Don't forget to confirm. 3. Depending on your computer to enter the BIOS. Only do so if your InfoCentre updates! When the computer is the root cause of the options below. Select Exit in the top menu using the arrow keys and press Enter to start -up process, Windows runs a number of all computers). Press OK to download your...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 37
... correctly after you have entered the last time you are connected. Start with Windows System Restore (see page 27). This option will restore the system settings that you have installed new programs, try to previous restore point with the Last Known Good Configuration. Click on . 2. Use the arrow keys to install any required software or device drivers. Go back to uninstall them . The Windows desktop displays, but the operating system is a catalogue...
... correctly after you have entered the last time you are connected. Start with Windows System Restore (see page 27). This option will restore the system settings that you have installed new programs, try to previous restore point with the Last Known Good Configuration. Click on . 2. Use the arrow keys to install any required software or device drivers. Go back to uninstall them . The Windows desktop displays, but the operating system is a catalogue...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 38
... display the Windows desktop: Restart your program, please check the software editor's Website for downloads as documents, browsing history, drawings, favorites, or emails). Please also check the recommendations on the taskbar and select Task Manager. 2. Does this problem and avoid it . To fix this happen with your operating system may check the Gateway Support Website on www.gateway.com for updates. Open the Device Manager (Start > Control Panel...
... display the Windows desktop: Restart your program, please check the software editor's Website for downloads as documents, browsing history, drawings, favorites, or emails). Please also check the recommendations on the taskbar and select Task Manager. 2. Does this problem and avoid it . To fix this happen with your operating system may check the Gateway Support Website on www.gateway.com for updates. Open the Device Manager (Start > Control Panel...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 43
... specific instructions. Using several ISPs or email accounts can cause problems. Check that of problems encountered with the printer. b. Your ISP or that you need further assistance, please contact the manufacturer of your ISP. 5. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your recipient's email address. You have a reliable network connection...
... specific instructions. Using several ISPs or email accounts can cause problems. Check that of problems encountered with the printer. b. Your ISP or that you need further assistance, please contact the manufacturer of your ISP. 5. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your recipient's email address. You have a reliable network connection...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 44
...'s specifications • System Information Click on your computer. Check your printer's manual for information about resolving error messages. Most CDs or DVDs start automatically: c. Use a grounded AC power outlet (or power strip). If you install a new program, first read the model description on -screen instructions. 44 - a. Double-click on the Setup (or Install) icon and follow the on your printer cable is not installed correctly in Windows. The...
...'s specifications • System Information Click on your computer. Check your printer's manual for information about resolving error messages. Most CDs or DVDs start automatically: c. Use a grounded AC power outlet (or power strip). If you install a new program, first read the model description on -screen instructions. 44 - a. Double-click on the Setup (or Install) icon and follow the on your printer cable is not installed correctly in Windows. The...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 45
... supplied manual first. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it will be used on page 44). 2. Resetting your Hardware Configuration If you wish to install an internal hardware component, it was when your computer. 3. For further information on Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. is exactly as a printer, scanner, joystick, etc. Remember to uninstall. Uninstalling a program a. Click on upgrading your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to open...
... supplied manual first. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it will be used on page 44). 2. Resetting your Hardware Configuration If you wish to install an internal hardware component, it was when your computer. 3. For further information on Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. is exactly as a printer, scanner, joystick, etc. Remember to uninstall. Uninstalling a program a. Click on upgrading your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to open...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 46
... into the disc drive, then go to Step 3 after the Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. 2. This will restore your computer to the same state as you want to reset your system to factory condition, see that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If nothing else has solved the problem and you can recover using either your hard drive or the backup discs you an option to retain all settings and...
... into the disc drive, then go to Step 3 after the Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. 2. This will restore your computer to the same state as you want to reset your system to factory condition, see that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - If nothing else has solved the problem and you can recover using either your hard drive or the backup discs you an option to retain all settings and...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 48
... factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are recovered. This process may need to reinstall everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all files on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your hard drive. Turn on your system. Caution: Continuing the process will erase all software and drivers that were pre-installed on your hard drive. 4. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Gateway Recovery Management opens...
... factory condition If your computer experiences problems that are recovered. This process may need to reinstall everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all files on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your hard drive. Turn on your system. Caution: Continuing the process will erase all software and drivers that were pre-installed on your hard drive. 4. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Gateway Recovery Management opens...