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Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the Gateway Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Searching for a topic 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 4 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 4 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the desktop 8 Identifying window items 8 Working with files and folders 9 Viewing drives 9 Creating folders 10 Copying and moving files and folders 10 Deleting...
Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the Gateway Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Searching for a topic 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 4 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 4 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the desktop 8 Identifying window items 8 Working with files and folders 9 Viewing drives 9 Creating folders 10 Copying and moving files and folders 10 Deleting...
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... CD 36 Creating a video DVD 37 Creating and copying data discs 39 Creating a data disc 39 Using Windows Media Center 40 Starting Windows Media Center 40 Using the Media Center remote control 42 Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer 43 Introduction to Networking 44 Networking terms you should know 44 Ethernet networking 44 Wired Ethernet networking 44 Wireless Ethernet networking 47 Establishing your Ethernet network connection 49 Testing your network 52 Adding a printer to your network 52 Sharing resources 52 Using the network 53 Bluetooth networking 55 Chapter 6: Protecting...
... CD 36 Creating a video DVD 37 Creating and copying data discs 39 Creating a data disc 39 Using Windows Media Center 40 Starting Windows Media Center 40 Using the Media Center remote control 42 Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer 43 Introduction to Networking 44 Networking terms you should know 44 Ethernet networking 44 Wired Ethernet networking 44 Wireless Ethernet networking 47 Establishing your Ethernet network connection 49 Testing your network 52 Adding a printer to your network 52 Sharing resources 52 Using the network 53 Bluetooth networking 55 Chapter 6: Protecting...
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... more. www.gateway.com Setting up an Internet account Before you can view the information on the World Wide Web, you need to the Internet. Dial-up Internet connections are electronic documents that you connect to ISP. This may be temporary connections to the Internet, dial-up Internet users, we suggest that you view using Internet accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Cable and DSL...
... more. www.gateway.com Setting up an Internet account Before you can view the information on the World Wide Web, you need to the Internet. Dial-up Internet connections are electronic documents that you connect to ISP. This may be temporary connections to the Internet, dial-up Internet users, we suggest that you view using Internet accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Cable and DSL...
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... you use to connect to start your Internet account, you requested. Your default Web browser opens showing an opening page or welcome screen. 3 To go to a Web site After you set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you can access the many information sources on the browser address bar. - Link Web page Linked Web page Connecting to a different Web site, type...
... you use to connect to start your Internet account, you requested. Your default Web browser opens showing an opening page or welcome screen. 3 To go to a Web site After you set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP), you can access the many information sources on the browser address bar. - Link Web page Linked Web page Connecting to a different Web site, type...
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..., writable optical disc into your DVD's opening menu will look using the current settings. • Menu text changes the disc title, font, and button names. • Customize menu changes the menu fonts, background and foreground videos, audio track, and button styles. • Slide show creates a slide show you how to burn a disc using the Live File System format, click Start, then click Help and Support. Windows XP and later versions of Windows support this...
..., writable optical disc into your DVD's opening menu will look using the current settings. • Menu text changes the disc title, font, and button names. • Customize menu changes the menu fonts, background and foreground videos, audio track, and button styles. • Slide show creates a slide show you how to burn a disc using the Live File System format, click Start, then click Help and Support. Windows XP and later versions of Windows support this...
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... to access a wireless Ethernet network to the router or use a router that covers a broad geographical area. LAN-A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that has a built-in your computers, and cables connecting each computer or network device. WAN-A wide area network (WAN) is a computer network covering a local area, like a home or office. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in access point. 44 Standard Ethernet runs...
... to access a wireless Ethernet network to the router or use a router that covers a broad geographical area. LAN-A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that has a built-in your computers, and cables connecting each computer or network device. WAN-A wide area network (WAN) is a computer network covering a local area, like a home or office. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in access point. 44 Standard Ethernet runs...
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... sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: • Internet security features, such as a firewall, to automatically configure network and IP addresses Determining if an Ethernet card is already installed on your computer is already installed on the left. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from unwanted intruders • 4-port switch to eliminate the need for additional network hardware • DHCP server/dynamic...
... sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: • Internet security features, such as a firewall, to automatically configure network and IP addresses Determining if an Ethernet card is already installed on your computer is already installed on the left. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from unwanted intruders • 4-port switch to eliminate the need for additional network hardware • DHCP server/dynamic...
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... with the connectors facing away from you access the Internet connection from ISP to right). Be sure to the computers on each end. Plug your Ethernet cable into your network as well. 46 The router can provide firewall protection for your network, you have determined the type of a router. Connecting network cables We recommend using your Internet service provider. To order wired or wireless Ethernet PCI or PC cards, visit the...
... with the connectors facing away from you access the Internet connection from ISP to right). Be sure to the computers on each end. Plug your Ethernet cable into your network as well. 46 The router can provide firewall protection for your network, you have determined the type of a router. Connecting network cables We recommend using your Internet service provider. To order wired or wireless Ethernet PCI or PC cards, visit the...
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... Internet access), and your computers. 3 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end into any numbered port on the router (except the WAN port). The WAN port is used to connect the router to communicate. A wireless Ethernet network uses radio waves to the DSL or cable modem and is connected to the network. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using...
... Internet access), and your computers. 3 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end into any numbered port on the router (except the WAN port). The WAN port is used to connect the router to communicate. A wireless Ethernet network uses radio waves to the DSL or cable modem and is connected to the network. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using...
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... decide to use equipment with a wireless Ethernet network card installed • A broadband Internet connection (optional) • An access point Determining if a wireless Ethernet device is already installed on your computer To determine if an Ethernet card is already installed on the left. If you buy , check out Gateway's accessory store at www.gateway.com. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on your access point, make sure...
... decide to use equipment with a wireless Ethernet network card installed • A broadband Internet connection (optional) • An access point Determining if a wireless Ethernet device is already installed on your computer To determine if an Ethernet card is already installed on the left. If you buy , check out Gateway's accessory store at www.gateway.com. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on your access point, make sure...
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... Workgroup settings area. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance. Make sure that another computer outside your network can gain access to your Internet connection to send spam e-mail and to your hard drive to 15 characters with your wireless cards for your personal data, like credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, and personal online banking information. Use a workgroup name of your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). Broadband Internet settings differ...
... Workgroup settings area. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance. Make sure that another computer outside your network can gain access to your Internet connection to send spam e-mail and to your hard drive to 15 characters with your wireless cards for your personal data, like credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, and personal online banking information. Use a workgroup name of your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). Broadband Internet settings differ...
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...; Connect to an available network • Manually add a wireless Ethernet network • Connecting to use to talk to each computer you plan to wireless Ethernet network. One of several available protocols must be set to your network, click Start, then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Computer Configuring the TCP/IP protocol A networking protocol is typically preset when you receive your computer. The Network window opens. 50 Type the following keywords in Windows Vista...
...; Connect to an available network • Manually add a wireless Ethernet network • Connecting to use to talk to each computer you plan to wireless Ethernet network. One of several available protocols must be set to your network, click Start, then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Computer Configuring the TCP/IP protocol A networking protocol is typically preset when you receive your computer. The Network window opens. 50 Type the following keywords in Windows Vista...
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... to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information • Contact your Internet service provider Adding a printer to your computers, you are using a wired Ethernet network, check all of plugging a printer into each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. To add a printer to the Internet: • Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet, then the Network and Sharing Center. If you share a drive, the entire contents of your Internet connection, drives, and printers. After...
... to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information • Contact your Internet service provider Adding a printer to your computers, you are using a wired Ethernet network, check all of plugging a printer into each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. To add a printer to the Internet: • Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet, then the Network and Sharing Center. If you share a drive, the entire contents of your Internet connection, drives, and printers. After...
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... security features built into Windows, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to keep Windows and your computer and install them automatically. You should update Windows regularly to fix the problem. To update Windows: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then click Security. 2 Click Security Center. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click Windows Update. Scheduling automatic updates Use the Windows Security Center to download additional Windows software for your computer's system software up to download and install updates on your computer.
... security features built into Windows, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to keep Windows and your computer and install them automatically. You should update Windows regularly to fix the problem. To update Windows: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then click Security. 2 Click Security Center. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click Windows Update. Scheduling automatic updates Use the Windows Security Center to download additional Windows software for your computer's system software up to download and install updates on your computer.
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... monitor. If the new settings do not look best displayed with the maximum number of colors available. To change the color depth or screen resolution: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Appearance and Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution. Help For more information and screen components (such as icons and menu bars) can also adjust settings such as the screen background and screen saver. If the new settings make the screen...
... monitor. If the new settings do not look best displayed with the maximum number of colors available. To change the color depth or screen resolution: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Appearance and Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution. Help For more information and screen components (such as icons and menu bars) can also adjust settings such as the screen background and screen saver. If the new settings make the screen...
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.... Use the additional desktop space to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the driver is installed, click (Start), Control Panel, Appearance and Personalization, Personalization, then click Display Settings. For the location of the monitor port on your computer, see the setup poster or your Reference Guide. 3 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into an AC power outlet, then turn it...
.... Use the additional desktop space to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the driver is installed, click (Start), Control Panel, Appearance and Personalization, Personalization, then click Display Settings. For the location of the monitor port on your computer, see the setup poster or your Reference Guide. 3 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into an AC power outlet, then turn it...
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... screen saver 70 using 6 using Start menu 7 DHCP 44, 50 disconnecting from Internet 19 display using screen saver 70 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 2 Help and Support 2 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers updating 2 drives mapping network 54 sharing 52 un-sharing 53 viewing contents 9 viewing files and folders 9 DSL modem 19, 44, 46 DVD creating data 39 creating video...
... screen saver 70 using 6 using Start menu 7 DHCP 44, 50 disconnecting from Internet 19 display using screen saver 70 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 2 Help and Support 2 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers updating 2 drives mapping network 54 sharing 52 un-sharing 53 viewing contents 9 viewing files and folders 9 DSL modem 19, 44, 46 DVD creating data 39 creating video...
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... viewing list 9 G gadgets adding 71 changing 71 configuring 71 configuring Sidebar 72 using control panel 72 game access restricting 82 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H HD-DVD playing 31 help Media Center 3 online 4 using 2 Help and Support 2 86 searching 3 starting 3 hyperlinks 19 I Internet account 19 connecting to 19 downloading files 21 filtering 81 requirements to access 18 using 18 Internet Explorer 18 Internet service provider (ISP) 18 connecting to 19 disconnecting from 19 setting...
... viewing list 9 G gadgets adding 71 changing 71 configuring 71 configuring Sidebar 72 using control panel 72 game access restricting 82 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H HD-DVD playing 31 help Media Center 3 online 4 using 2 Help and Support 2 86 searching 3 starting 3 hyperlinks 19 I Internet account 19 connecting to 19 downloading files 21 filtering 81 requirements to access 18 using 18 Internet Explorer 18 Internet service provider (ISP) 18 connecting to 19 disconnecting from 19 setting...
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... Internet access 82 setting up 80 time limits,setting 82 password hard drive 58 startup 58 pasting files and folders 10, 16 text and graphics 16 personal area network (PAN) 44 playing audio CD 31 audio file 30 Blu-ray Disc 31 DVD 31 HD-DVD 31 multimedia files 30 music CD 31 video files 30 Windows Media Player file 30 power changing plans 77 plans 77 schemes 77 printer adding...
... Internet access 82 setting up 80 time limits,setting 82 password hard drive 58 startup 58 pasting files and folders 10, 16 text and graphics 16 personal area network (PAN) 44 playing audio CD 31 audio file 30 Blu-ray Disc 31 DVD 31 HD-DVD 31 multimedia files 30 music CD 31 video files 30 Windows Media Player file 30 power changing plans 77 plans 77 schemes 77 printer adding...
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... sending scanned image fax 26 setting up fax cover page template 26 testing network 52 text to speech 80 title bar 8 transferring files from Internet 21 U un-sharing drives 53 folders 53 updating device drivers 2 McAfee SecurityCenter 60 Windows 65 user accounts adding in Windows 76 deleting 76 switching in Windows 76 V VGA port 73 video playing 30 viewing shared drives 54 shared folders 54 virus protecting against 59 removing 59...
... sending scanned image fax 26 setting up fax cover page template 26 testing network 52 text to speech 80 title bar 8 transferring files from Internet 21 U un-sharing drives 53 folders 53 updating device drivers 2 McAfee SecurityCenter 60 Windows 65 user accounts adding in Windows 76 deleting 76 switching in Windows 76 V VGA port 73 video playing 30 viewing shared drives 54 shared folders 54 virus protecting against 59 removing 59...