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... 5/08 It may take a few seconds for the Smart Copy dialog box to the file name. Gateway and eMachines are deleted from a memory card to copy pictures, movies, and data files from the memory card. If a file name already exists in the folder, the new file will be 2 and ... on . 4 When the Smart Copy dialog box closes, remove the memory card. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. Using Smart Copy Your memory card reader includes a Copy button that folder. By default, if you are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Also by default, if you are copying picture files, Smart...
... 5/08 It may take a few seconds for the Smart Copy dialog box to the file name. Gateway and eMachines are deleted from a memory card to copy pictures, movies, and data files from the memory card. If a file name already exists in the folder, the new file will be 2 and ... on . 4 When the Smart Copy dialog box closes, remove the memory card. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. Using Smart Copy Your memory card reader includes a Copy button that folder. By default, if you are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Also by default, if you are copying picture files, Smart...
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer . . . . . 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ... 20 Using optical drives 23 Features 23 Loading an optical disc 23 Identifying optical drive types 23 Playing discs 25 Creating discs 26 Using the memory card reader 26 i
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer . . . . . 5 Front 6 Back 8 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 11 Working safely and comfortably 12 ... 20 Using optical drives 23 Features 23 Loading an optical disc 23 Identifying optical drive types 23 Playing discs 25 Creating discs 26 Using the memory card reader 26 i
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... types 27 Using a memory card 27 Adjusting the volume 28 Configuring the audio jacks 30 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 30 Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 33 Preventing static ... Closing the case 38 Replacing the front bezel 38 Replacing the side panels 39 Replacing the color panel 40 Installing memory 41 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 43 Replacing the memory card reader 45 Adding or replacing a hard drive 47 Adding or replacing an expansion card 48 Chapter 5: Maintaining Your...
... types 27 Using a memory card 27 Adjusting the volume 28 Configuring the audio jacks 30 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 30 Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer 33 Preventing static ... Closing the case 38 Replacing the front bezel 38 Replacing the side panels 39 Replacing the color panel 40 Installing memory 41 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 43 Replacing the memory card reader 45 Adding or replacing a hard drive 47 Adding or replacing an expansion card 48 Chapter 5: Maintaining Your...
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www.gateway.com Checking the hard drive for errors 60 Defragmenting the hard drive 61 Backing up files 62 Scheduling maintenance tasks 64 Moving from your old ... Modem (cable or DSL 73 Modem (dial-up 74 Networking 76 Power 77 Display 77 Printing 78 Optical discs 79 Memory card reader 80 Mouse 80 Keyboard 81 Files 81 Memory 83 Audio 84 Passwords 84 Expansion cards 85 Media Center 85 Checking for device problems 87 Recovering your system 87 Recovering...
www.gateway.com Checking the hard drive for errors 60 Defragmenting the hard drive 61 Backing up files 62 Scheduling maintenance tasks 64 Moving from your old ... Modem (cable or DSL 73 Modem (dial-up 74 Networking 76 Power 77 Display 77 Printing 78 Optical discs 79 Memory card reader 80 Mouse 80 Keyboard 81 Files 81 Memory 83 Audio 84 Passwords 84 Expansion cards 85 Media Center 85 Checking for device problems 87 Recovering your system 87 Recovering...
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Memory card reader Optical disc drive Video in jack (optional) Audio left in jack (optional) Audio right in jack (optional) IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Microphone jack Headphone jack USB ports Copy button Optical disc drive (optional) Power button IR sensor IR (remote control) activity indicator (red) Bluetooth activity indicator (blue) Wireless network connection indicator (green) 6 Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Important Your computer's hardware options may vary from this illustration.
Memory card reader Optical disc drive Video in jack (optional) Audio left in jack (optional) Audio right in jack (optional) IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Microphone jack Headphone jack USB ports Copy button Optical disc drive (optional) Power button IR sensor IR (remote control) activity indicator (red) Bluetooth activity indicator (blue) Wireless network connection indicator (green) 6 Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Important Your computer's hardware options may vary from this illustration.
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...a folder on or off. For more information about your drive, see "Identifying optical drive types" on drive type). www.gateway.com Component Icon Memory card reader Optical disc drive Video, Audio left, and Audio right jacks (optional) IEEE 1394 port Description Insert... a memory card from your memory card to these ports. Microphone jack Headphone jack USB ports Copy button Power button Plug a microphone into the memory card reader. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones...
...a folder on or off. For more information about your drive, see "Identifying optical drive types" on drive type). www.gateway.com Component Icon Memory card reader Optical disc drive Video, Audio left, and Audio right jacks (optional) IEEE 1394 port Description Insert... a memory card from your memory card to these ports. Microphone jack Headphone jack USB ports Copy button Power button Plug a microphone into the memory card reader. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
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...between your online User Guide. Creating audio and video files You can copy optical discs to make backups of your online User Guide. SMC/XD memory slot SD/MMC Serial slot 26 CF I/II/MD slot MS Serial slot USB ports One-touch Copy button For more information about creating CDs... and DVDs, see your data. Using the memory card reader You can also use the optional memory card reader to transfer pictures from a digital camera to your online User Guide. Copying optical discs You can create audio ...
...between your online User Guide. Creating audio and video files You can copy optical discs to make backups of your online User Guide. SMC/XD memory slot SD/MMC Serial slot 26 CF I/II/MD slot MS Serial slot USB ports One-touch Copy button For more information about creating CDs... and DVDs, see your data. Using the memory card reader You can also use the optional memory card reader to transfer pictures from a digital camera to your online User Guide. Copying optical discs You can create audio ...
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...gateway.com Memory card types The memory card reader supports several memory card types. Caution Remove the memory card from one memory card type to re-enable the memory card reader. 27 To determine which types are supported by your card reader and the slots to use the Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar to remove the memory..., the E: drive), then double-click the file name. Each slot is empty, or you turn off the computer. To insert a memory card: 1 Insert the memory card into a slot, make sure that the slot is assigned a different drive letter (for example, the E: and F: drives), so...
...gateway.com Memory card types The memory card reader supports several memory card types. Caution Remove the memory card from one memory card type to re-enable the memory card reader. 27 To determine which types are supported by your card reader and the slots to use the Remove Hardware icon in the taskbar to remove the memory..., the E: drive), then double-click the file name. Each slot is empty, or you turn off the computer. To insert a memory card: 1 Insert the memory card into a slot, make sure that the slot is assigned a different drive letter (for example, the E: and F: drives), so...
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CHAPTER4 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Replacing the color panel • Installing memory • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Adding or replacing an expansion card 33
CHAPTER4 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Replacing the color panel • Installing memory • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Adding or replacing an expansion card 33
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...panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the front bezel" on page 38. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your computer. www.gateway.com 3 Slide the new color panel into position, then firmly press it against the... front bezel until it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory slots on your system board. 41 Your...
...panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the front bezel" on page 38. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your computer. www.gateway.com 3 Slide the new color panel into position, then firmly press it against the... front bezel until it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory slots on your system board. 41 Your...
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..., gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it. - CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer 4 If you are removing a memory module from a memory slot, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory slot. 5 Align the notch on the new module with the... your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click (Start), right-click Computer, then click Properties. OR If you are adding a memory module to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on page 39. 7 Return your computer is displayed. 42
..., gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it. - CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer 4 If you are removing a memory module from a memory slot, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory slot. 5 Align the notch on the new module with the... your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click (Start), right-click Computer, then click Properties. OR If you are adding a memory module to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on page 39. 7 Return your computer is displayed. 42
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www.gateway.com Replacing the memory card reader Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to perform maintenance on page 37. 2 Firmly press the top bezel release tab. You must remove it from your computer case. Top bezel release tab 3 Slide the top bezel toward the back of your computer. 45 To replace the memory card...the top of the case, between the power supply and the optical drive. Tip The top bezel is in "Removing the front bezel" on the memory card reader. The release tab is the plastic piece that forms the top of the computer about 3/4 inch, then remove it to replace the...
www.gateway.com Replacing the memory card reader Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to perform maintenance on page 37. 2 Firmly press the top bezel release tab. You must remove it from your computer case. Top bezel release tab 3 Slide the top bezel toward the back of your computer. 45 To replace the memory card...the top of the case, between the power supply and the optical drive. Tip The top bezel is in "Removing the front bezel" on the memory card reader. The release tab is the plastic piece that forms the top of the computer about 3/4 inch, then remove it to replace the...
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... "Download Error" message when Media Center tries to browse the Internet" on page 84. 71 See "The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a "Memory error" message" on page 82. See "You see a "General failure reading drive C" error message" on page 83. See "You see a "Not enough...message" on page 82. See "You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to update the Program Guide" on page 81. www.gateway.com Error messages Error message "Insufficient disk space" "Data error" "General failure reading drive C" "Operating system not found " error message" on page 82.
... "Download Error" message when Media Center tries to browse the Internet" on page 84. 71 See "The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a "Memory error" message" on page 82. See "You see a "General failure reading drive C" error message" on page 83. See "You see a "Not enough...message" on page 82. See "You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to update the Program Guide" on page 81. www.gateway.com Error messages Error message "Insufficient disk space" "Data error" "General failure reading drive C" "Operating system not found " error message" on page 82.
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...Optical discs Optical discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. For information on cleaning the disc, see "Checking for device problems" on adding additional memory. • Contact your computer. The computer does not recognize a disc or the disc drive • Make sure that the disc label is facing up..., and make sure that the disc is clean and free from large scratches. www.gateway.com • Reinstall the printer driver. See your printer's user guide for instructions on page 87. • Your computer may want to add ...
...Optical discs Optical discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. For information on cleaning the disc, see "Checking for device problems" on adding additional memory. • Contact your computer. The computer does not recognize a disc or the disc drive • Make sure that the disc label is facing up..., and make sure that the disc is clean and free from large scratches. www.gateway.com • Reinstall the printer driver. See your printer's user guide for instructions on page 87. • Your computer may want to add ...
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... optical sensor is plugged in the system tray. The DVD regional code for the United States and Canada is 1, and the regional code for the memory card slots do not work • Make sure that the mouse cable is clean and free of the movie disc may not match your drive...; The regional code of debris. • You may be using the mouse on page 87. • Your computer may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Restart your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for Mexico is A, although many (if not most) Blu-ray movies are region-free. • Update the device driver...
... optical sensor is plugged in the system tray. The DVD regional code for the United States and Canada is 1, and the regional code for the memory card slots do not work • Make sure that the mouse cable is clean and free of the movie disc may not match your drive...; The regional code of debris. • You may be using the mouse on page 87. • Your computer may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Restart your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for Mexico is A, although many (if not most) Blu-ray movies are region-free. • Update the device driver...
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www.gateway.com Checking the hard drive for errors Use Error-checking if you encounter hard ...a prompt asking you if you want to check your computer). Type checking for problems. Your computer restarts and runs the memory diagnostics. 83 If you want to scan the hard drive later (the next time you try to check for errors,...the drive for errors, click Properties, then click the Tools tab. 3 Click Check Now, then click Start. Click (Start), type Memory Diagnostic Tool, then press ENTER. To check the hard drive for errors: 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. This process may...
www.gateway.com Checking the hard drive for errors Use Error-checking if you encounter hard ...a prompt asking you if you want to check your computer). Type checking for problems. Your computer restarts and runs the memory diagnostics. 83 If you want to scan the hard drive later (the next time you try to check for errors,...the drive for errors, click Properties, then click the Tools tab. 3 Click Check Now, then click Start. Click (Start), type Memory Diagnostic Tool, then press ENTER. To check the hard drive for errors: 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. This process may...
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CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting You see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs, then restart your computer. • If you continue to play an audio disc, see "Optical discs" on , and check ... passwords are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that CAPS LOCK is turned off, then retype the password. 84 Help For more memory to your speakers' user guide for more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 28. • If you are turned up and not muted. Type...
CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting You see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs, then restart your computer. • If you continue to play an audio disc, see "Optical discs" on , and check ... passwords are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that CAPS LOCK is turned off, then retype the password. 84 Help For more memory to your speakers' user guide for more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 28. • If you are turned up and not muted. Type...
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... 15 modem 15 broadband connection connecting 10 C cable modem 15 connecting 10 troubleshooting 73 card reader 7 cards adding expansion 48 inserting memory card 27 installing memory card 27 removing memory card 27 replacing expansion 48 slots 26 troubleshooting add-in card 85 troubleshooting expansion 85 troubleshooting... memory card 80 TV tuner 10 types of memory cards supported 27 case closing 38 opening 35 CD cleaning 56 copying 26 inserting 23 playing audio 25 recording 26 ...
... 15 modem 15 broadband connection connecting 10 C cable modem 15 connecting 10 troubleshooting 73 card reader 7 cards adding expansion 48 inserting memory card 27 installing memory card 27 removing memory card 27 replacing expansion 48 slots 26 troubleshooting add-in card 85 troubleshooting expansion 85 troubleshooting... memory card 80 TV tuner 10 types of memory cards supported 27 case closing 38 opening 35 CD cleaning 56 copying 26 inserting 23 playing audio 25 recording 26 ...
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www.gateway.com locating IEEE 1394 port 7, 9 DIMM See memory Disk Cleanup 59 Disk Defragmenter 61 display cleaning 55 troubleshooting 79 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 21 dragging 22 drivers recovery discs 89, 92 re-... files and folders 66 Firewire port 7, 9, 30 Fn key 19 folders opening 21 fragmentation 61 front bezel removing 37, 38 replacing 38 function keys 19 G Gateway contact information 2 model number 2, 99 serial number 2, 99 Support...
www.gateway.com locating IEEE 1394 port 7, 9 DIMM See memory Disk Cleanup 59 Disk Defragmenter 61 display cleaning 55 troubleshooting 79 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 21 dragging 22 drivers recovery discs 89, 92 re-... files and folders 66 Firewire port 7, 9, 30 Fn key 19 folders opening 21 fragmentation 61 front bezel removing 37, 38 replacing 38 function keys 19 G Gateway contact information 2 model number 2, 99 serial number 2, 99 Support...