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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer . . . . . 5 Front 6 Back 8 Video card ports 11 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 13 Working ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Computer . . . . . 5 Front 6 Back 8 Video card ports 11 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 13 Working ...
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Contents Creating discs 30 Using the memory card reader 30 Memory card types 31 Using a memory card 31 Adjusting the volume 32 Configuring the audio jacks 34 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 35 Chapter 4: Advanced Hardware Setup 37 Setting up dual video cards 38 Setting up multiple monitors 40 Setting up RAID 41 About RAID 41 RAID 0 for performance 41 RAID 1 for security 42 RAID 5 and 10 for both performance and security . . . . 43 Preparing your computer for RAID 44 Configuring RAID 45 Getting help 46 Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Computer 47 Preventing static ...
Contents Creating discs 30 Using the memory card reader 30 Memory card types 31 Using a memory card 31 Adjusting the volume 32 Configuring the audio jacks 34 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 35 Chapter 4: Advanced Hardware Setup 37 Setting up dual video cards 38 Setting up multiple monitors 40 Setting up RAID 41 About RAID 41 RAID 0 for performance 41 RAID 1 for security 42 RAID 5 and 10 for both performance and security . . . . 43 Preparing your computer for RAID 44 Configuring RAID 45 Getting help 46 Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Computer 47 Preventing static ...
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www.gateway.com Adding or replacing an expansion card 71 Replacing the system battery 74 Replacing the system board 75 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Computer . . . . . 83 Setting up a ...
www.gateway.com Adding or replacing an expansion card 71 Replacing the system battery 74 Replacing the system board 75 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Computer . . . . . 83 Setting up a ...
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... Microsoft System Restore 128 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . 131 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 132 Telephone support 133 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 133 Telephone numbers 134 Self-help 135 Tutoring 135 Training 135 Appendix A: Legal Notices 137 Index 147 iv
... Microsoft System Restore 128 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . 131 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 132 Telephone support 133 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 133 Telephone numbers 134 Self-help 135 Tutoring 135 Training 135 Appendix A: Legal Notices 137 Index 147 iv
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CHAPTER1 About This Reference • About this guide • Accessing your online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information 1
CHAPTER1 About This Reference • About this guide • Accessing your online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information 1
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...more information For more information about your computer, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your model of Gateway computer. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. The Support page also has... your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 Your User Guide is an in this guide, your User Guide has been included on your hard drive.
...more information For more information about your computer, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your model of Gateway computer. Some illustrations in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. The Support page also has... your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 Your User Guide is an in this guide, your User Guide has been included on your hard drive.
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... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the side of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system...
... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the side of your computer includes the product key code for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information The label on the back or side of your computer contains information that identifies your operating system...
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CHAPTER2 Checking Out Your Computer • Front • Back 5
CHAPTER2 Checking Out Your Computer • Front • Back 5
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For more information, see "Using optical drives" on page 30. 6 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. For more information about your drive, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 26. Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Optical disc drive Additional drive bay Memory card...
For more information, see "Using optical drives" on page 30. 6 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other devices into this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type). This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, recordable DVD, Blu-ray, or HD DVD drive. For more information about your drive, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 26. Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Optical disc drive Additional drive bay Memory card...
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For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other device" on . www.gateway.com Component Icon Power button/power indicator Hard drive indicator IEEE 1394 ports USB ports Headphone jack Microphone jack Description Press this jack. You can ...
For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other device" on . www.gateway.com Component Icon Power button/power indicator Hard drive indicator IEEE 1394 ports USB ports Headphone jack Microphone jack Description Press this jack. You can ...
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Cover release lever Case cover thumbscrew Cable lock slot Surround left/right jack Audio in/side speaker jack Ethernet (network) jacks PS/2 mouse port Expansion slot cover thumbscrew Telephone jack (optional) Power connector Center/Subwoofer jack S/PDIF (optical audio) jack Microphone jack Headphone/Front speaker jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PS/2 keyboard port Video card (number and type vary) Modem jack (optional) Component Icon Cover release lever Case cover thumbscrew Cable lock slot Description Lift this lever to open the computer cover Remove this slot, then attach the cable ...
Cover release lever Case cover thumbscrew Cable lock slot Surround left/right jack Audio in/side speaker jack Ethernet (network) jacks PS/2 mouse port Expansion slot cover thumbscrew Telephone jack (optional) Power connector Center/Subwoofer jack S/PDIF (optical audio) jack Microphone jack Headphone/Front speaker jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PS/2 keyboard port Video card (number and type vary) Modem jack (optional) Component Icon Cover release lever Case cover thumbscrew Cable lock slot Description Lift this lever to open the computer cover Remove this slot, then attach the cable ...
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... this jack. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is installed. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is installed. www.gateway.com Component Icon Surround left/right jack (black) Audio in (Line in) jack (blue) -ORSide speaker jack Ethernet (network) jack PS/2 mouse port Expansion slot...
... this jack. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is installed. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is installed. www.gateway.com Component Icon Surround left/right jack (black) Audio in (Line in) jack (blue) -ORSide speaker jack Ethernet (network) jack PS/2 mouse port Expansion slot...
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For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other device" on this card. Plug a modem cable into this port. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 34. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other device" on page 17. 10 Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this jack. Plug a monitor into these ports. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is a high-performance video card, the expansion slot opening above the card may be occupied by the card's ventilation fan. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such ...
For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other device" on this card. Plug a modem cable into this port. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 34. For more information, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other device" on page 17. 10 Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this jack. Plug a monitor into these ports. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is a high-performance video card, the expansion slot opening above the card may be occupied by the card's ventilation fan. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such ...
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www.gateway.com Video card ports S-Video out jack DVI ports If your computer came with high-end video cards installed (number and type may vary), you can connect multiple monitors for a multi-screen panel array, or you can enable the SLI connection between the two cards so that both cards work as a single card, delivering ultra-high frame rates for your cards, see "Setting up dual video cards" on configuring your single gaming monitor. For more information on page 38. 11
www.gateway.com Video card ports S-Video out jack DVI ports If your computer came with high-end video cards installed (number and type may vary), you can connect multiple monitors for a multi-screen panel array, or you can enable the SLI connection between the two cards so that both cards work as a single card, delivering ultra-high frame rates for your cards, see "Setting up dual video cards" on configuring your single gaming monitor. For more information on page 38. 11
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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 13
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 13
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Top of screen is not higher than eye level Hands and arms are flat on a footrest. • Keep ventilation openings clear of the screen is perpendicular to your feet flat on the floor or on the floor 14 CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the floor. • Adjust the monitor so the screen is perpendicular to your line of sight Feet are parallel to the floor ...
Top of screen is not higher than eye level Hands and arms are flat on a footrest. • Keep ventilation openings clear of the screen is perpendicular to your feet flat on the floor or on the floor 14 CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the floor. • Adjust the monitor so the screen is perpendicular to your line of sight Feet are parallel to the floor ...
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... screen filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in your spine. You can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your elbow. www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer...
... screen filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in your spine. You can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your elbow. www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer...
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If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer can enter your computer. Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that they are in a relaxed position when you work. • Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. • Avoid twisting your computer for an extended period of tasks. If you cannot run your torso or neck. An ...
If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer can enter your computer. Preparing power connections Protecting from reaching your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. Although you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that they are in a relaxed position when you work. • Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. • Avoid twisting your computer for an extended period of tasks. If you cannot run your torso or neck. An ...