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Table of recovery 71 Expanding through options 20 Connectivity options 20 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 4 Software 25 Registration 4 Using Windows and your software 25 Software installation 5 Welcome Center 25 Recovery 5 Having trouble 5 Internet security offer 25 Productivity software 26 Computer Basics 7 Safety and comfort 7 Safety precautions 7 Health precautions 10 Gateway Recovery Management 26 Playing multimedia files 26 AutoPlay 28 Playing downloaded files 29 Playing DVD movies 30 Setting up your computer...
Table of recovery 71 Expanding through options 20 Connectivity options 20 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 4 Software 25 Registration 4 Using Windows and your software 25 Software installation 5 Welcome Center 25 Recovery 5 Having trouble 5 Internet security offer 25 Productivity software 26 Computer Basics 7 Safety and comfort 7 Safety precautions 7 Health precautions 10 Gateway Recovery Management 26 Playing multimedia files 26 AutoPlay 28 Playing downloaded files 29 Playing DVD movies 30 Setting up your computer...
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... configure installed software. Please fill in the setup instructions, it . Starting your computing experience. How to register During the initial startup of your computer and assist in customer surveys. • The latest news from Gateway. STARTING YOUR COMPUTER Thank you to register. This gives you access to the Internet. Your computer will ask you questions that you with a more personable customer service...
... configure installed software. Please fill in the setup instructions, it . Starting your computing experience. How to register During the initial startup of your computer and assist in customer surveys. • The latest news from Gateway. STARTING YOUR COMPUTER Thank you to register. This gives you access to the Internet. Your computer will ask you questions that you with a more personable customer service...
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... Plug the PS/2 mouse and keyboard cable into any of the USB ports located on the rear panel of your computer. Wireless Certain computers include a wireless mouse and keyboard. Actual device models may vary. Using your reference only. Please follow the instructions provided on the setup guide. 16 - USING YOUR COMPUTER CONNECTING THE COMPUTER Setting up your computer. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monitor, and the power cable...
... Plug the PS/2 mouse and keyboard cable into any of the USB ports located on the rear panel of your computer. Wireless Certain computers include a wireless mouse and keyboard. Actual device models may vary. Using your reference only. Please follow the instructions provided on the setup guide. 16 - USING YOUR COMPUTER CONNECTING THE COMPUTER Setting up your computer. For the most part, you only have four things to connect: the mouse, the keyboard, the monitor, and the power cable...
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... network cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of connection can vary. Connect to configure your operating system help files for additional instructions and information. Note: Consult your network setup. Make sure that matches both your monitor and your computer's voltage setting. Connect a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into a power outlet. Use a cable that it matches your computer. Connect to a broadband network Individual network configuration Connect one end of the network cable on the network port on the rear...
... network cable into the power cable socket located on the rear panel of connection can vary. Connect to configure your operating system help files for additional instructions and information. Note: Consult your network setup. Make sure that matches both your monitor and your computer's voltage setting. Connect a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into a power outlet. Use a cable that it matches your computer. Connect to a broadband network Individual network configuration Connect one end of the network cable on the network port on the rear...
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Turn on power to benefit from faster transfer speeds. If necessary change the display settings used by the computer. Upgrading your computer's configuration). The appropriate cable is turned off. 2. Secure the cable connection with the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Note: To access the display controls: Click on the Display category, then select Change Display Settings. Certain computers may use USB 3.0 compatible devices with these steps to connect an monitor to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of the...
Turn on power to benefit from faster transfer speeds. If necessary change the display settings used by the computer. Upgrading your computer's configuration). The appropriate cable is turned off. 2. Secure the cable connection with the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Note: To access the display controls: Click on the Display category, then select Change Display Settings. Certain computers may use USB 3.0 compatible devices with these steps to connect an monitor to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of the...
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..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Use the HDMI port on your computer Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. Use the headphone port to plug in microphone. 24 - High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for mono recording; Plugging an audio device to connect...
..., DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Use the HDMI port on your computer Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. Use the headphone port to plug in microphone. 24 - High-Definition Multimedia Interface (only for mono recording; Plugging an audio device to connect...
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... Internet connection, the Guide (Electronic Program Guide) allows you may then configure additional options as needed. Cyberlink PowerDVD (optional) If your computer does not include Windows Media Center, or it will start a setup wizard, which will display a dialog box and ask you to choose how you want to choose how you 28 - This shows channel and network information, as well as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will configure some basic settings...
... Internet connection, the Guide (Electronic Program Guide) allows you may then configure additional options as needed. Cyberlink PowerDVD (optional) If your computer does not include Windows Media Center, or it will start a setup wizard, which will display a dialog box and ask you to choose how you want to choose how you 28 - This shows channel and network information, as well as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will configure some basic settings...
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..., New Zealand 5 Former USSR, parts of that Windows or the media player does not include by clicking on your hard disk does not reset the number of six regions. Playing DVD movies You can set to the table below for more information. The DVD movie will remain permanent. In many cases, you to enter the region code. Please also see Windows Help and Support for DVD movie...
..., New Zealand 5 Former USSR, parts of that Windows or the media player does not include by clicking on your hard disk does not reset the number of six regions. Playing DVD movies You can set to the table below for more information. The DVD movie will remain permanent. In many cases, you to enter the region code. Please also see Windows Help and Support for DVD movie...
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Cable A cable connection provides fast and always-on Internet service via a cable television line. This service is a wireless local area network, which may link two or more computers without using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as a printer) and an Internet connection. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is generally available in large cities. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is...
Cable A cable connection provides fast and always-on Internet service via a cable television line. This service is a wireless local area network, which may link two or more computers without using wired technologies (such as Ethernet) or wireless technologies (such as a printer) and an Internet connection. Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is generally available in large cities. Mobility Wireless LAN systems allow you to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is...
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.... this type of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network. Most routers have a built-in your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to the access point. Internet - 35 Read carefully the documentation supplied with the subscription to their services. The ISP (Internet Service Provider...
.... this type of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you access to a high speed DSL internet connection. Access points act as a mediator between wired and wireless network. Most routers have a built-in your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to the access point. Internet - 35 Read carefully the documentation supplied with the subscription to their services. The ISP (Internet Service Provider...
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Wireless adapter This is installed inside your computer. Diagram of wireless adapter available, the most common are different types of a working network 1. Modem 5 4. Network (RJ45) cables 4 1 3 72 6 36 - Desktop computer 3. Printer 5. Portable computer 6. Internet Access point/router 2. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is connected to the computer that you wish to connect to your network, there are : USB WiFi adapter: Connects to a free USB port on your computer in an available expansion slot. PDA/Smartphone 7.
Wireless adapter This is installed inside your computer. Diagram of wireless adapter available, the most common are different types of a working network 1. Modem 5 4. Network (RJ45) cables 4 1 3 72 6 36 - Desktop computer 3. Printer 5. Portable computer 6. Internet Access point/router 2. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is connected to the computer that you wish to connect to your network, there are : USB WiFi adapter: Connects to a free USB port on your computer in an available expansion slot. PDA/Smartphone 7.
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... have your Internet access installed and you are connected, click on the Internet Explorer shortcut located on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Click on the Windows desktop and take your Internet experience to a new level! Internet - 37 Internet Explorer provides an easy and secure web browsing experience. Turning on/off a wireless network connection If your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you need a program called an Internet browser. Surf...
... have your Internet access installed and you are connected, click on the Internet Explorer shortcut located on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Click on the Windows desktop and take your Internet experience to a new level! Internet - 37 Internet Explorer provides an easy and secure web browsing experience. Turning on/off a wireless network connection If your computer has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you need a program called an Internet browser. Surf...
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... potentially unwanted software attempt to install themselves or run on by default. updates include security patches and program updates that most security software suites provide similar functionality and will disable Windows Defender in order to improve system performance. 50 - Windows Defender Windows Defender helps protect your computer. Note: Windows Defender works with your computer, Windows Defender includes real-time protection options. Windows Defender is installed and turned on...
... potentially unwanted software attempt to install themselves or run on by default. updates include security patches and program updates that most security software suites provide similar functionality and will disable Windows Defender in order to improve system performance. 50 - Windows Defender Windows Defender helps protect your computer. Note: Windows Defender works with your computer, Windows Defender includes real-time protection options. Windows Defender is installed and turned on...
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... key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. System Restore options Restore your computer to an earlier time This option will not restore lost documents either). driver installations or specific software). Click Next. 2. Select from the list the date when the restore point was on Finish to restore the computer to the selected date and time. This will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. By default Windows...
... key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. System Restore options Restore your computer to an earlier time This option will not restore lost documents either). driver installations or specific software). Click Next. 2. Select from the list the date when the restore point was on Finish to restore the computer to the selected date and time. This will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. By default Windows...
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... updates when prompted by Windows Action Center. • Use Microsoft Windows Automatic Updates. • Run Windows Update. It allows you can also start a manual update from Internet attacks and ensure that the latest security updates have been downloaded and installed on your computer from the main interface of Norton Internet Security and the Live Update link. Helpdesk - 61 New content is added to Windows Update regularly, so you to -date. Operating system, software and drivers Windows Update...
... updates when prompted by Windows Action Center. • Use Microsoft Windows Automatic Updates. • Run Windows Update. It allows you can also start a manual update from Internet attacks and ensure that the latest security updates have been downloaded and installed on your computer from the main interface of Norton Internet Security and the Live Update link. Helpdesk - 61 New content is added to Windows Update regularly, so you to -date. Operating system, software and drivers Windows Update...
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... type of disc. Make sure you are using a good (undamaged) disc. System cannot read the information on the hard disk or disc. Contact your drive by using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the disc is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the disc is not write-protected. Check the following : Make sure the disk is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center...
... type of disc. Make sure you are using a good (undamaged) disc. System cannot read the information on the hard disk or disc. Contact your drive by using the correct type of disk. • Make sure the disc is inserted into the drive correctly. • Check if the disc is not write-protected. Check the following : Make sure the disk is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center...
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.... Remove the disc from the drive and mark it . 4. Make sure you can use the Gateway Recovery Management program. You will be shown the backup progress on each disc as 'Windows Recovery Disc 1 of 2' or 'Apps/Drivers Recovery disc'. RECOVERING YOUR SYSTEM If Gateway support did not help fix your computer Recovery - 69 This will remember. 5. Insert a blank disc into the drive indicated in a safe place that you will restore your problem...
.... Remove the disc from the drive and mark it . 4. Make sure you can use the Gateway Recovery Management program. You will be shown the backup progress on each disc as 'Windows Recovery Disc 1 of 2' or 'Apps/Drivers Recovery disc'. RECOVERING YOUR SYSTEM If Gateway support did not help fix your computer Recovery - 69 This will remember. 5. Insert a blank disc into the drive indicated in a safe place that you will restore your problem...
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... software or the device drivers. For instructions on page 71. Revert to its factory condition" on page 73. 70 - Reset your system to a previous system condition. If nothing else has solved the problem and you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. Recovery If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem...
... software or the device drivers. For instructions on page 71. Revert to its factory condition" on page 73. 70 - Reset your system to a previous system condition. If nothing else has solved the problem and you an option to retain all settings and personal data for later retrieval. Recovery If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem...
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... have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all files on your hard drive. 4. A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. Click on Yes, then Start. Click on Gateway Recovery Management. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to factory default. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3. Click on -screen...
... have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all files on your hard drive. 4. A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. Click on Yes, then Start. Click on Gateway Recovery Management. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to factory default. The Confirm Restoration dialog box opens. 3. Click on -screen...
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... to change this setting to confirm. Recovery - 75 Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are recovered. Caution: Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive. 3. Press F2 when starting your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Caution: Continuing the process will take several minutes. Turn on...
... to change this setting to confirm. Recovery - 75 Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are recovered. Caution: Continuing the process will erase all files on your hard drive. 3. Press F2 when starting your recovery discs To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Caution: Continuing the process will take several minutes. Turn on...
