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... 133 Activating and using Hibernate mode 134 Setting up an uninterruptible power supply 136 9 Networking Your Computer 139 Benefits of networking 140 Sharing a single Internet connection 140 Sharing drives 140 Sharing peripheral devices 141 Streaming audio and video ...
... 133 Activating and using Hibernate mode 134 Setting up an uninterruptible power supply 136 9 Networking Your Computer 139 Benefits of networking 140 Sharing a single Internet connection 140 Sharing drives 140 Sharing peripheral devices 141 Streaming audio and video ...
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... diskette drive 198 Replacing the hard drive 203 Adding or replacing add-in cards 206 Installing memory 208 Replacing the system battery 212 Replacing the power supply 214 Replacing the system board 216 v
... diskette drive 198 Replacing the hard drive 203 Adding or replacing add-in cards 206 Installing memory 208 Replacing the system battery 212 Replacing the power supply 214 Replacing the system board 216 v
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... into this connector. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this switch is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Plug a serial device (such as Europe, the utility power is in the United States. For more information, see "Learning about the Internet" on page... devices (such as a printer) into this port. Plug a microphone, speakers, or headphones into this when your area. The power supply should always be set to 230. www.gateway.com 5 Plug a modem cable into this port. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into these ports. For more information...
... into this connector. Plug a Personal System/2® (PS/2) mouse into this switch is supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. Plug a serial device (such as Europe, the utility power is in the United States. For more information, see "Learning about the Internet" on page... devices (such as a printer) into this port. Plug a microphone, speakers, or headphones into this when your area. The power supply should always be set to 230. www.gateway.com 5 Plug a modem cable into this port. Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into these ports. For more information...
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...correctly. If you want to back up your hard drive. Memory Large programs, such as 700 MB of memory. Uninterruptible power supplies A standby, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) protects your computer running more information about using recordable drives, see "Setting up files, then removing them from ... up hard drive space by backing up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 97. For more slowly than inkjet printers. For information about setting up a UPS, see "Creating CDs and DVDs" on page 136. www.gateway.com 9 Accessories Laser printers and cartridges are printing ...
...correctly. If you want to back up your hard drive. Memory Large programs, such as 700 MB of memory. Uninterruptible power supplies A standby, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) protects your computer running more information about using recordable drives, see "Setting up files, then removing them from ... up hard drive space by backing up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 97. For more slowly than inkjet printers. For information about setting up a UPS, see "Creating CDs and DVDs" on page 136. www.gateway.com 9 Accessories Laser printers and cartridges are printing ...
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...surge protector that has a modem jack. For more information, see "Setting up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 136. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. www.gateway.com 15 If you run your computer long enough to far above normal levels and cause... data loss or system damage. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer can enter your ...
...surge protector that has a modem jack. For more information, see "Setting up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 136. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. www.gateway.com 15 If you run your computer long enough to far above normal levels and cause... data loss or system damage. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer can enter your ...
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... When you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. Important If for... not be used for about five seconds, then release it. www.gateway.com 17 In order to turn off your computer, certain components in Windows to remove all electrical power from your computer. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer: 1 Click Start, then ...
... When you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. Important If for... not be used for about five seconds, then release it. www.gateway.com 17 In order to turn off your computer, certain components in Windows to remove all electrical power from your computer. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer: 1 Click Start, then ...
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..., then click Hibernate. The Control Panel window opens. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 136 www.gateway.com Help and Support For more information about using Hibernate mode, click Start, then click Help and Support. Setting up an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Open...
..., then click Hibernate. The Control Panel window opens. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 136 www.gateway.com Help and Support For more information about using Hibernate mode, click Start, then click Help and Support. Setting up an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS): 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Open...
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The UPS Selection dialog box opens. 5 Click the manufacturer and model of the UPS device. 6 Click the serial port where the UPS device is attached. 7 Click Finish, then click OK. Help and Support For more information about setting up an uninterruptable power supply, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword uninterruptable power supply in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com 137 Power management 4 Click Select. 3 Click the UPS tab.
The UPS Selection dialog box opens. 5 Click the manufacturer and model of the UPS device. 6 Click the serial port where the UPS device is attached. 7 Click Finish, then click OK. Help and Support For more information about setting up an uninterruptable power supply, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword uninterruptable power supply in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com 137 Power management 4 Click Select. 3 Click the UPS tab.
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...discharge (ESD). Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. www.gateway.com 191 Warning ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer. Do not lay... components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables...
...discharge (ESD). Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the cards. www.gateway.com 191 Warning ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer. Do not lay... components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables...
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The red-striped edge of the data ribbon cable indicates Pin 1 and corresponds with Pin 1 on the drive (typically on page 196. 202 www.gateway.com See the drive documentation for further instructions. 12 Close the case by following the instructions in "Closing the case" on the side closest to the power supply connection). Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer 11 Reconnect the drive cables using your notes from Step 3.
The red-striped edge of the data ribbon cable indicates Pin 1 and corresponds with Pin 1 on the drive (typically on page 196. 202 www.gateway.com See the drive documentation for further instructions. 12 Close the case by following the instructions in "Closing the case" on the side closest to the power supply connection). Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer 11 Reconnect the drive cables using your notes from Step 3.
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The red-striped edge of the data ribbon cable indicates Pin 1 and corresponds with Pin 1 on the drive (typically on page 196. www.gateway.com 205 See the drive documentation for further instructions. 8 Replace the side panel following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on the side closest to the power supply connection). Replacing the hard drive 7 Reconnect the drive cables using your notes from Step 2.
The red-striped edge of the data ribbon cable indicates Pin 1 and corresponds with Pin 1 on the drive (typically on page 196. www.gateway.com 205 See the drive documentation for further instructions. 8 Replace the side panel following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on the side closest to the power supply connection). Replacing the hard drive 7 Reconnect the drive cables using your notes from Step 2.
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To avoid scratching the case, place it on its side. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Replacing the power supply To replace the power supply: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 196. 2 Place your computer on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Disconnect the power supply cables from all components (such as hard drives, CD or DVD drives, and the system board), noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new power supply.) 214 www.gateway.com
To avoid scratching the case, place it on its side. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Replacing the power supply To replace the power supply: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 196. 2 Place your computer on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Disconnect the power supply cables from all components (such as hard drives, CD or DVD drives, and the system board), noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new power supply.) 214 www.gateway.com
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Screw Screw Screw Screw www.gateway.com 215 Replacing the power supply 4 Remove the four retention screws that secure the power supply to the case.
Screw Screw Screw Screw www.gateway.com 215 Replacing the power supply 4 Remove the four retention screws that secure the power supply to the case.
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...gateway.com To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Remove all of the add-in cards by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 192. 2 For more stability, place your notes from Step 3. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Slide the power supply... up and away from the power supply brackets. 6 Install the new power supply into the case, then install the four retention screws to secure the power supply to the case. 7 Reconnect the power supply cables using your computer on its side. See the power supply ...
...gateway.com To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Remove all of the add-in cards by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 192. 2 For more stability, place your notes from Step 3. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Slide the power supply... up and away from the power supply brackets. 6 Install the new power supply into the case, then install the four retention screws to secure the power supply to the case. 7 Reconnect the power supply cables using your computer on its side. See the power supply ...
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...Do not try to open the monitor case. Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Even if the power is extremely dangerous. First steps Try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned ... the following sections: ■ Make sure that the power cable is connected to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip, make sure that it is turned on and ... warranty. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is not full. 220 www.gateway.com
...Do not try to open the monitor case. Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Even if the power is extremely dangerous. First steps Try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned ... the following sections: ■ Make sure that the power cable is connected to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip, make sure that it is turned on and ... warranty. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is not full. 220 www.gateway.com
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Your DVD drive's regional code must match the regional code for Mexico is connected correctly to the system board. 224 www.gateway.com Cleaning CDs and DVDs Clean discs by your computer's delivery address. The regional code for the disc. If the DVD movie does not play, ... on your DVD drive is on . ■ Open the computer case and make sure that the power supply cable is connected correctly to the system board. ■ Open the computer case and make sure that the power button cable is 4. The regional code for the disc is determined by wiping from the center...
Your DVD drive's regional code must match the regional code for Mexico is connected correctly to the system board. 224 www.gateway.com Cleaning CDs and DVDs Clean discs by your computer's delivery address. The regional code for the disc. If the DVD movie does not play, ... on your DVD drive is on . ■ Open the computer case and make sure that the power supply cable is connected correctly to the system board. ■ Open the computer case and make sure that the power button cable is 4. The regional code for the disc is determined by wiping from the center...
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...contacting Gateway Technical Support: ■ Make sure that your call. The technician may have a technical problem with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have taken. ■ Make sure that your computer is supplying power. ...Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. ■ If you have recently installed hardware...
...contacting Gateway Technical Support: ■ Make sure that your call. The technician may have a technical problem with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have taken. ■ Make sure that your computer is supplying power. ...Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. ■ If you have recently installed hardware...
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...-RW drive 85 drive activity 85 DVD drive 85 DVD/CD-RW drive 85 hard drive 3 Num Lock 19 numeric keypad 19 Pad Lock 19 power 3 Scroll Lock 19 inkjet printer 8 installing add-in cards 206 battery 212 camera 113 cards 117, 206 CD drive 198 CD-RW drive 198 devices... drive 198 expansion cards 206 Fax 66 front bezel 195 hard drive 203 memory 208 Microsoft Fax 66 peripheral devices 24, 158 Pinnacle Expression 114 power supply 214 printer 24, 158 programs 160, 184 scanner 24, 158 side panel 192 system battery 212 system board 216 Windows 186 Internet 56 account 57...
...-RW drive 85 drive activity 85 DVD drive 85 DVD/CD-RW drive 85 hard drive 3 Num Lock 19 numeric keypad 19 Pad Lock 19 power 3 Scroll Lock 19 inkjet printer 8 installing add-in cards 206 battery 212 camera 113 cards 117, 206 CD drive 198 CD-RW drive 198 devices... drive 198 expansion cards 206 Fax 66 front bezel 195 hard drive 203 memory 208 Microsoft Fax 66 peripheral devices 24, 158 Pinnacle Expression 114 power supply 214 printer 24, 158 programs 160, 184 scanner 24, 158 side panel 192 system battery 212 system board 216 Windows 186 Internet 56 account 57...
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turning on computer 16 using UPS 136 power button 3 power supply replacing 214 uninterruptible 136 previous button 20 printer default 236 inkjet 8 installing 24, 158 laser 8 parallel port 5 sharing 141 troubleshooting 236 USB port 3, 5 printing documents ...
turning on computer 16 using UPS 136 power button 3 power supply replacing 214 uninterruptible 136 previous button 20 printer default 236 inkjet 8 installing 24, 158 laser 8 parallel port 5 sharing 141 troubleshooting 236 USB port 3, 5 printing documents ...
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turning off computer 3, 17, 18 turning on computer 3, 16 tutoring fee-based 242 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 9, 15, 136 updating device drivers 28 updating Norton AntiVirus 166 upgrading 189 UPS 9, 15, 136 USB port 3, 5, 24 user accounts adding 129 switching 130 V ... 20, 78 troubleshooting 237 W WAV file 82 Web browser 57, 59 button 21 Web page 59 Web site 59 connecting to 60 downloading files 61 Gateway 28 window 36 close button 37 closing 37, 53 maximize button 37 menu bar 37 minimize button 37 title bar 37 Windows clipboard 41 desktop...
turning off computer 3, 17, 18 turning on computer 3, 16 tutoring fee-based 242 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 9, 15, 136 updating device drivers 28 updating Norton AntiVirus 166 upgrading 189 UPS 9, 15, 136 USB port 3, 5, 24 user accounts adding 129 switching 130 V ... 20, 78 troubleshooting 237 W WAV file 82 Web browser 57, 59 button 21 Web page 59 Web site 59 connecting to 60 downloading files 61 Gateway 28 window 36 close button 37 closing 37, 53 maximize button 37 menu bar 37 minimize button 37 title bar 37 Windows clipboard 41 desktop...