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... product should never be blocked or covered. Do not locate this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for cleaning. i Do not insert the plug into this product where people will walk...
... product should never be blocked or covered. Do not locate this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for cleaning. i Do not insert the plug into this product where people will walk...
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... hard drive or an optical disc. 3 Use your arrow keys to select CD/DVD, then press ENTER. Creating disc labels with LabelPrint CyberLink LabelPrint is part of the disc, it will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Turn on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical...
... hard drive or an optical disc. 3 Use your arrow keys to select CD/DVD, then press ENTER. Creating disc labels with LabelPrint CyberLink LabelPrint is part of the disc, it will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Turn on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical...
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...which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is likely to result in a residential installation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies ...with Part 15 of the FCC rules. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency ...
...which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is likely to result in a residential installation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies ...with Part 15 of the FCC rules. If this device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency ...
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...EC. TBR 21 This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - Declaration of Conformity for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. However, due to your dealer or vendor. Your telephone company may discontinue your equipment supplier in its... the individual PSTNs provided in advance. If the problem is with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for EU countries Hereby, Gateway, declares that could affect the proper functioning of successful operation on the modem is not practical, you will notify you must provide...
...EC. TBR 21 This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - Declaration of Conformity for USA This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. However, due to your dealer or vendor. Your telephone company may discontinue your equipment supplier in its... the individual PSTNs provided in advance. If the problem is with Russian regulatory certification Modem notices Notice for EU countries Hereby, Gateway, declares that could affect the proper functioning of successful operation on the modem is not practical, you will notify you must provide...
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...middle of the mouse pad, then continue moving the mouse. Move an object on the mouse pad. Move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of space on your mouse pad and need to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, right-hand or left mouse button once. For ...this... click click, click click Position the pointer over the object. Move the pointer on the computer display. Position the pointer over the object. www.gateway.com 23 If you want it down . Quickly press and release the left -hand configuration, and other mouse settings, see "Cleaning the mouse" on...
...middle of the mouse pad, then continue moving the mouse. Move an object on the mouse pad. Move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of space on your mouse pad and need to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, right-hand or left mouse button once. For ...this... click click, click click Position the pointer over the object. Move the pointer on the computer display. Position the pointer over the object. www.gateway.com 23 If you want it down . Quickly press and release the left -hand configuration, and other mouse settings, see "Cleaning the mouse" on...
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Files and folders found using this utility can also combine search criteria to search by: ■ Name or part of a name ■ Creation date ■ Modification date ■ File type ■ Text contained in the file ■ Time period in which it was created ... hard drive, you are looking for a particular file or folder or a set of files or folders that have characteristics in the results window. 46 www.gateway.com Chapter 4: Windows Basics Searching for files If you can use the Search utility to refine searches.
Files and folders found using this utility can also combine search criteria to search by: ■ Name or part of a name ■ Creation date ■ Modification date ■ File type ■ Text contained in the file ■ Time period in which it was created ... hard drive, you are looking for a particular file or folder or a set of files or folders that have characteristics in the results window. 46 www.gateway.com Chapter 4: Windows Basics Searching for files If you can use the Search utility to refine searches.
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www.gateway.com 47 The Search Results window opens. Click All files and folders. 2 If you want to search by file or folder name, type in all or part of the file or folder name in the name box in the left pane of the window. ■ If you type all of the name, Search will list all files and folders of that name. ■ If you type part of the name, Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed. Searching for files Using the Windows Search utility To find files and folders using the Search utility: 1 Click Start, then click Search.
www.gateway.com 47 The Search Results window opens. Click All files and folders. 2 If you want to search by file or folder name, type in all or part of the file or folder name in the name box in the left pane of the window. ■ If you type all of the name, Search will list all files and folders of that name. ■ If you type part of the name, Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed. Searching for files Using the Windows Search utility To find files and folders using the Search utility: 1 Click Start, then click Search.
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... arrow button to open the Color scheme list, click the color scheme you want to change. The new colors appear on your desktop. 124 www.gateway.com d Click OK, then click the Themes tab. Chapter 7: Customizing Your Computer 3 Click the Appearance tab. 4 Click the arrow button to open the Item... list, then click the item you want, then click OK. If you want to create a new color scheme as part of a desktop theme: a Click Advanced. c Change the color or font settings for the new theme, then click OK twice. The Advanced Appearance dialog box...
... arrow button to open the Color scheme list, click the color scheme you want to change. The new colors appear on your desktop. 124 www.gateway.com d Click OK, then click the Themes tab. Chapter 7: Customizing Your Computer 3 Click the Appearance tab. 4 Click the arrow button to open the Item... list, then click the item you want, then click OK. If you want to create a new color scheme as part of a desktop theme: a Click Advanced. c Change the color or font settings for the new theme, then click OK twice. The Advanced Appearance dialog box...
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... Help and Support. OR - The Search Results window opens. 2 Use Windows Find or Search to locate data files by looking at the file's extension (the part of the file name following the last period). Help and Support For more information, see "Searching for files in ... .DOC, .TXT, .RTF, .HTM, .HTML, .... Pictures Movies Sound and Music File usually ends in the Search box , click the arrow, then click the Full-text Search Matches button. 156 www.gateway.com In Windows 98, Windows Me, or Windows 2000, click Start, Find or Search, then click For Files or Folders. Type the keyword searching for...
... Help and Support. OR - The Search Results window opens. 2 Use Windows Find or Search to locate data files by looking at the file's extension (the part of the file name following the last period). Help and Support For more information, see "Searching for files in ... .DOC, .TXT, .RTF, .HTM, .HTML, .... Pictures Movies Sound and Music File usually ends in the Search box , click the arrow, then click the Full-text Search Matches button. 156 www.gateway.com In Windows 98, Windows Me, or Windows 2000, click Start, Find or Search, then click For Files or Folders. Type the keyword searching for...
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... and unplugged, brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to clean dust from the inside your computer and other parts of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Isopropyl alcohol ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning ...possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. With your system performing at its best. www.gateway.com 175 Cleaning your computer Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep the vents free of dust...
... and unplugged, brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to clean dust from the inside your computer and other parts of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Isopropyl alcohol ■ Cotton swabs ■ A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning ...possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. With your system performing at its best. www.gateway.com 175 Cleaning your computer Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep the vents free of dust...
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..."Cleaning your computer" on page 175. The telephone must be directly connected to a telephone jack and cannot be connected to place all the computer parts. ■ Is near a grounded outlet so you can damage the finish. Use soap and water or a dilution of screws ■ A ...grounding wrist strap (available at most electronic stores) 190 www.gateway.com Gathering the tools you need help from Gateway Technical Support). Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Tips & Tricks When cleaning the case, do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they...
..."Cleaning your computer" on page 175. The telephone must be directly connected to a telephone jack and cannot be connected to place all the computer parts. ■ Is near a grounded outlet so you can damage the finish. Use soap and water or a dilution of screws ■ A ...grounding wrist strap (available at most electronic stores) 190 www.gateway.com Gathering the tools you need help from Gateway Technical Support). Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Tips & Tricks When cleaning the case, do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they...
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...Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your computer are ready to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to static ...electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. ■ Remove components from their metal mounting brackets. www.gateway.com 191 Warning To avoid exposure to use them. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer ...
...Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your computer are ready to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to static ...electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. ■ Remove components from their metal mounting brackets. www.gateway.com 191 Warning To avoid exposure to use them. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Turn off your computer ...
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Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 192 www.gateway.com Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "Preventing static electricity discharge" on...
Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 192 www.gateway.com Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "Preventing static electricity discharge" on...
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...the add-in card documentation for further instructions. 10 Close the case by following the instructions in "Closing the case" on page 196. 11 See the documentation that you disconnected any special software installation instructions. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that came with ... do not bend the card sideways. 8 Secure the add-in card with the add-in slot. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Warning Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of memory module for your computer. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non...
...the add-in card documentation for further instructions. 10 Close the case by following the instructions in "Closing the case" on page 196. 11 See the documentation that you disconnected any special software installation instructions. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that came with ... do not bend the card sideways. 8 Secure the add-in card with the add-in slot. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer Warning Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of memory module for your computer. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non...
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... allows more information on the display is dim or difficult to stabilize the internal aperture grille. For more information about color uniformity. Why is a critical part of electrical interference, such as televisions, unshielded speakers, microwaves, fluorescent lights, and metal beams or shelves. For more information, see "Adjusting the screen and desktop... edge, to read ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls. ■ Use the monitor degauss feature (see your monitor and video card documentation. 234 www.gateway.com
... allows more information on the display is dim or difficult to stabilize the internal aperture grille. For more information about color uniformity. Why is a critical part of electrical interference, such as televisions, unshielded speakers, microwaves, fluorescent lights, and metal beams or shelves. For more information, see "Adjusting the screen and desktop... edge, to read ■ Adjust the brightness and contrast controls. ■ Use the monitor degauss feature (see your monitor and video card documentation. 234 www.gateway.com
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...is turned off, a small amount of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Important Do not use Gateway products in use an extension cord with a three-wire power cord to make sure that ... some protection against voltage surges and buildup of medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden environments, or industrial facilities. 246 www.gateway.com The voltage selector switch is set up your system is fitted with the same or equivalent type recommended by...
...is turned off, a small amount of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by the manufacturer. Important Do not use Gateway products in use an extension cord with a three-wire power cord to make sure that ... some protection against voltage surges and buildup of medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden environments, or industrial facilities. 246 www.gateway.com The voltage selector switch is set up your system is fitted with the same or equivalent type recommended by...
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... which the receiver is connected ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of this product is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is subject to the...of the product configuration, please submit the 10-digit serial number found to ensure compliance with FCC rules. Operation of the FCC rules. www.gateway.com 247 However, there is connected. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in accordance with this device must accept any interference...
... which the receiver is connected ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of this product is encouraged to try to correct the interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is subject to the...of the product configuration, please submit the 10-digit serial number found to ensure compliance with FCC rules. Operation of the FCC rules. www.gateway.com 247 However, there is connected. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in accordance with this device must accept any interference...
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...If this equipment. A telephone line cord with a modular plug is required for any person to comply with the fax-branding requirement. 248 www.gateway.com The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is sent, an identification of the business, other entity, or other individual sending the message, and the...computer or other entity, or individual. When programming or making test calls to emergency numbers: ■ Remain on how to use with Part 68 of the code of devices that contains the registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for you disconnect the equipment until the ...
...If this equipment. A telephone line cord with a modular plug is required for any person to comply with the fax-branding requirement. 248 www.gateway.com The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is sent, an identification of the business, other entity, or other individual sending the message, and the...computer or other entity, or individual. When programming or making test calls to emergency numbers: ■ Remain on how to use with Part 68 of the code of devices that contains the registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for you disconnect the equipment until the ...
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Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Warning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be fatal. 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 252 www.gateway.com Contact with them could be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits.
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Warning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be fatal. 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) 6 Ground clamp 7 Antenna lead-in wire 252 www.gateway.com Contact with them could be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits.
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...GATEWAY, Gateway Astro, Gateway@Work, Gateway Connected touch pad, Gateway Connected music player, Gateway Cyber:)Ware, Gateway Education:)Ware, Gateway Flex Case, Gateway Gaming:)Ware, Gateway GoBack, Gateway Gold, Gateway Learning:)Ware, Gateway Magazine, Gateway Micro Server, Gateway Money:)Ware, Gateway Music:)Ware, Gateway Networking Solutions, Gateway Online Network (O.N.) solution, Gateway Photo:)Ware, Gateway Professional PCs, Gateway Profile, Gateway Solo, green stylized GATEWAY, green stylized Gateway logo, Gateway Teacher:)Ware, Gateway... may be accurate. No part of it may be liable...