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... electrostatic discharge sensitive components in your computer. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. 4 www.gateway.com Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your computer are ready to dangerous electrical voltages...ESD damage. Warning To avoid exposure to use them. 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. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-...
... electrostatic discharge sensitive components in your computer. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. 4 www.gateway.com Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your computer are ready to dangerous electrical voltages...ESD damage. Warning To avoid exposure to use them. 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. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: ■ Avoid static-...
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The power supply connector varies between drive types. Standard power cable Serial ATA power cable If you may need to connect the standard power cable to the end of the existing power cable to the power supply connector on each drive. If the drive uses a Serial ATA power cable, you do not have enough power connectors, place the Y-adapter power cable that...
The power supply connector varies between drive types. Standard power cable Serial ATA power cable If you may need to connect the standard power cable to the end of the existing power cable to the power supply connector on each drive. If the drive uses a Serial ATA power cable, you do not have enough power connectors, place the Y-adapter power cable that...
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... a signal cable, the signal cable is keyed to align correctly with a small arrow, the number "1," or a low number (for example, "2"). PIN 1 is nearest the power supply connector. OR - Usually, this is the end of the connector that you are connecting a data ribbon cable, make sure that is usually labeled with the... back of the drive. - If you align the red-striped edge of the cable toward the Pin 1 end of the data cable connector. www.gateway.com 29 OR - Connecting the drive cables 2 Connect the data ribbon cable or signal cable to force the cable connector or bend any of the...
... a signal cable, the signal cable is keyed to align correctly with a small arrow, the number "1," or a low number (for example, "2"). PIN 1 is nearest the power supply connector. OR - Usually, this is the end of the connector that you are connecting a data ribbon cable, make sure that is usually labeled with the... back of the drive. - If you align the red-striped edge of the cable toward the Pin 1 end of the data cable connector. www.gateway.com 29 OR - Connecting the drive cables 2 Connect the data ribbon cable or signal cable to force the cable connector or bend any of the...
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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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... operating in such an environment, move the switch to this jack. If your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for the correct power available. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on ...devices (such as a digital camera) into this when your area. Plug a monitor into this port. www.gateway.com 5 Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into this jack. The power supply should always be set to 230. For more information, see "Learning about the Internet" on page 24....
... operating in such an environment, move the switch to this jack. If your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for the correct power available. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on ...devices (such as a digital camera) into this when your area. Plug a monitor into this port. www.gateway.com 5 Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into this jack. The power supply should always be set to 230. For more information, see "Learning about the Internet" on page 24....
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...see "Setting up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 136. If you need a tape backup (TBU) drive. For more information about setting up files, then removing them from your files, you can add storage devices to store data. www.gateway.com 9 If you think... Large programs, such as much faster than you want to back up your hard drive. Uninterruptible power supplies A standby, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) protects your programs are running temporarily during a total power failure. TBU drives, like tape recorders, use a lot of data. A UPS may also ...
...see "Setting up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 136. If you need a tape backup (TBU) drive. For more information about setting up files, then removing them from your files, you can add storage devices to store data. www.gateway.com 9 If you think... Large programs, such as much faster than you want to back up your hard drive. Uninterruptible power supplies A standby, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) protects your programs are running temporarily during a total power failure. TBU drives, like tape recorders, use a lot of data. A UPS may also ...
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... Protect your computer by connecting them to your computer normally. For more information, see "Setting up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 136. Protecting from power source problems Protecting from reaching your computer. If you run your computer long enough to far above normal levels and...the modem. Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. www.gateway.com 15 During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Warning High voltages can increase to save your work and shut down your ...
... Protect your computer by connecting them to your computer normally. For more information, see "Setting up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 136. Protecting from power source problems Protecting from reaching your computer. If you run your computer long enough to far above normal levels and...the modem. Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. www.gateway.com 15 During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Warning High voltages can increase to save your work and shut down your ...
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The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. www.gateway.com 17 To turn off your computer will not be used for long periods. Important If for... cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, certain components in Windows to remove all electrical power from your computer, press and hold the power button for some reason you turn off your computer....
The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer: 1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. www.gateway.com 17 To turn off your computer will not be used for long periods. Important If for... cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in the power supply and system board remain energized. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, certain components in Windows to remove all electrical power from your computer, press and hold the power button for some reason you turn off your computer....
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... SHIFT, then click Hibernate. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 136 www.gateway.com Chapter 7: Customizing Your Computer To use . -OR- 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...
... SHIFT, then click Hibernate. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 136 www.gateway.com Chapter 7: Customizing Your Computer To use . -OR- 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...
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Help and Support For more information about setting up an uninterruptable power supply, click Start, then click Help and Support. 3 Click the UPS tab. Power management 4 Click Select. Type the keyword uninterruptable power supply in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com 137 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. 3 Click the UPS tab. Power management 4 Click Select. Type the keyword uninterruptable power supply in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com 137 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.
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...risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. Do not lay components on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Gathering the tools you need Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic ...every time you are ready to use them. www.gateway.com 191 Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the cards. Before opening the case. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on ...
...risk of electric shock, do not insert any surface. Do not lay components on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Gathering the tools you need Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic ...every time you are ready to use them. www.gateway.com 191 Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the cards. Before opening the case. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on ...
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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. 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
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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. 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
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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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See the power supply documentation for further instructions. 8 Close the case by following the instructions in "Adding or replacing add-in cards" on page 206. 216 www.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 "Closing the case" on its side. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Slide the power supply up and away from Step...
See the power supply documentation for further instructions. 8 Close the case by following the instructions in "Adding or replacing add-in cards" on page 206. 216 www.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 "Closing the case" on its side. Chapter 11: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Slide the power supply up and away from Step...
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... and your computer is turned 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 connected correctly to the edge, not around in a circle, using a product, such as...'s regional code and your computer's delivery address. The regional code for Mexico is determined by wiping from the center to the system board. 224 www.gateway.com
... and your computer is turned 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 connected correctly to the edge, not around in a circle, using a product, such as...'s regional code and your computer's delivery address. The regional code for Mexico is determined by wiping from the center to the system board. 224 www.gateway.com
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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 ...