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... Internet, dial-up charges (with an Internet service provider (ISP). For more information, see "Using e-mail" on page 20. This may have a built-in some cases ADSL over the Internet. Your Internet service provider can access it from the Internet. For more information, see "Using the World Wide Web" on the...
... Internet, dial-up charges (with an Internet service provider (ISP). For more information, see "Using e-mail" on page 20. This may have a built-in some cases ADSL over the Internet. Your Internet service provider can access it from the Internet. For more information, see "Using the World Wide Web" on the...
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... . . . . 38 Preparing your computer for RAID 40 Configuring RAID 40 Getting help 41 Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Computer 43 Preventing static electricity discharge 44 Opening the case 45 Removing the left side panel 45 Removing the right side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the... case 48 Replacing the front bezel 48 Replacing the side panels 48 Adding or replacing memory 48 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 50 Adding ...
... . . . . 38 Preparing your computer for RAID 40 Configuring RAID 40 Getting help 41 Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Computer 43 Preventing static electricity discharge 44 Opening the case 45 Removing the left side panel 45 Removing the right side panel 46 Removing the front bezel 47 Closing the... case 48 Replacing the front bezel 48 Replacing the side panels 48 Adding or replacing memory 48 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 50 Adding ...
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.../2 keyboard port Integrated monitor (VGA) port ESATA port USB ports Headphone/ Front speaker jack Microphone jack S/PDIF output jack Center/Subwoofer jack Modem jack (optional) Case cover Phillips screw PS/2 mouse port IEEE 1394/FireWire port Ethernet (network) jack Audio in/side speaker jack Surround left/right jack Add-in video...
.../2 keyboard port Integrated monitor (VGA) port ESATA port USB ports Headphone/ Front speaker jack Microphone jack S/PDIF output jack Center/Subwoofer jack Modem jack (optional) Case cover Phillips screw PS/2 mouse port IEEE 1394/FireWire port Ethernet (network) jack Audio in/side speaker jack Surround left/right jack Add-in video...
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... jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is user configurable for digital sound. Plug a modem cable into this connector. This jack is installed. www.gateway.com Component Icon Power connector Voltage switch PS/2 keyboard port Integrated monitor (VGA) port ESATA port USB ports Headphone/analog speakers jack (green) -ORFront speakers...
... jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is user configurable for digital sound. Plug a modem cable into this connector. This jack is installed. www.gateway.com Component Icon Power connector Voltage switch PS/2 keyboard port Integrated monitor (VGA) port ESATA port USB ports Headphone/analog speakers jack (green) -ORFront speakers...
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www.gateway.com Opening the hideaway port panels In addition to the many ports and jacks on the back, your computer also has ports contained within panels ... Using the keyboard The keyboard has several different types of the panel firmly against the case until it clicks, then release the panel. 2 To close the panels, press them back into the case until they click into the case. Your keyboard also has status indicators that can be retracted into place. To open...
www.gateway.com Opening the hideaway port panels In addition to the many ports and jacks on the back, your computer also has ports contained within panels ... Using the keyboard The keyboard has several different types of the panel firmly against the case until it clicks, then release the panel. 2 To close the panels, press them back into the case until they click into the case. Your keyboard also has status indicators that can be retracted into place. To open...
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CHAPTER5 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Adding or replacing memory • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the power supply • Adding or replacing an expansion card 43
CHAPTER5 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Adding or replacing memory • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the power supply • Adding or replacing an expansion card 43
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...bare metal part of your computer. • Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags ... shock, do not insert any surface. 44 Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. The components inside of the bags ...
...bare metal part of your computer. • Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags ... shock, do not insert any surface. 44 Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. The components inside of the bags ...
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... side panel toward the back of the left side panel Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Removing the left side panel. www.gateway.com Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 45 For their location, see "Back" on the... from your computer. 4 Remove the security tape (if any residual power from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case.
... side panel toward the back of the left side panel Warning To avoid exposure to internal components. Removing the left side panel. www.gateway.com Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer. 45 For their location, see "Back" on the... from your computer. 4 Remove the security tape (if any residual power from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case.
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... the right side panel. 3 Slide the side panel toward the back of components. To help keep the case interior free from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. Removing the right side panel may be necessary to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off...
... the right side panel. 3 Slide the side panel toward the back of components. To help keep the case interior free from your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. Removing the right side panel may be necessary to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off...
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...install or replace DIMM memory: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panels" on page 48. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your computer on its tabs snap into the slots ...pinched when you close the computer. 2 Slide the side panels toward the front of the computer until its side. CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the front bezel To replace the front bezel: 1 Slide the hinge tabs on the right side of the bezel into place. 2 Replace the ...
...install or replace DIMM memory: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panels" on page 48. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your computer on its tabs snap into the slots ...pinched when you close the computer. 2 Slide the side panels toward the front of the computer until its side. CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the front bezel To replace the front bezel: 1 Slide the hinge tabs on the right side of the bezel into place. 2 Replace the ...
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Drive retention screws 6 Slide the drive forward and out of the case for the front bezel to be reinstalled. 8 Reconnect the drive cables using your notes from Step 3, or according to the manufacturer's instructions. 9 Replace the front .... 7 Slide the new drive into the drive bay, line up with the screw holes on the drive, then replace the two drive retention screws. www.gateway.com 5 Remove the two drive retention screws.
Drive retention screws 6 Slide the drive forward and out of the case for the front bezel to be reinstalled. 8 Reconnect the drive cables using your notes from Step 3, or according to the manufacturer's instructions. 9 Replace the front .... 7 Slide the new drive into the drive bay, line up with the screw holes on the drive, then replace the two drive retention screws. www.gateway.com 5 Remove the two drive retention screws.
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... need a Phillips screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. Warning To avoid exposure to replace the power supply. Make sure that you unplug the computer's external power cable. 3 Disconnect the power supply cables from... orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new power supply.) 4 Remove the four Phillips screws that secure the power supply to the case.
... need a Phillips screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. Warning To avoid exposure to replace the power supply. Make sure that you unplug the computer's external power cable. 3 Disconnect the power supply cables from... orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new power supply.) 4 Remove the four Phillips screws that secure the power supply to the case.
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www.gateway.com 5 Slide the power supply and cables out of the computer. 6 Insert the new power supply and cables into the case, then secure it to the case using the four Phillips screws you removed previously. 7 Reconnect the power supply cables using your notes from Step 3. 8 Replace the side panels by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panels" on page 48. 59
www.gateway.com 5 Slide the power supply and cables out of the computer. 6 Insert the new power supply and cables into the case, then secure it to the case using the four Phillips screws you removed previously. 7 Reconnect the power supply cables using your notes from Step 3. 8 Replace the side panels by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panels" on page 48. 59
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www.gateway.com 3 Open the expansion card cover. 4 For more stability, place your notes from the PCI Express slot, press the card release lever before trying to ... any ) using your computer on the bottom part of the expansion card. Caution Do not touch the contacts on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it , but do not bend the card sideways.
www.gateway.com 3 Open the expansion card cover. 4 For more stability, place your notes from the PCI Express slot, press the card release lever before trying to ... any ) using your computer on the bottom part of the expansion card. Caution Do not touch the contacts on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it , but do not bend the card sideways.
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CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up files X X X Clean computer case and X peripheral devices 64 Maintenance task Weekly Monthly When needed Check for viruses X X X Run Windows Update X X Manage hard drive space X Clean up hard drives X X Scan hard drive for errors X X Defragment hard drive X X Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up files X X X Clean computer case and X peripheral devices 64 Maintenance task Weekly Monthly When needed Check for viruses X X X Run Windows Update X X Manage hard drive space X Clean up hard drives X X Scan hard drive for errors X X Defragment hard drive X X Back up a regular maintenance schedule.
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...put any liquid can lead to permanent damage to break in expensive repairs that you . • Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. The case, although strong, is on because data on top of it in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the computer. • When storing your ...weight. • When transporting your computer, we recommend that are not covered under a standard warranty. • Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. www.gateway.com Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: • Be careful not to bump or drop your computer, and do not...
...put any liquid can lead to permanent damage to break in expensive repairs that you . • Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. The case, although strong, is on because data on top of it in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the computer. • When storing your ...weight. • When transporting your computer, we recommend that are not covered under a standard warranty. • Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. www.gateway.com Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: • Be careful not to bump or drop your computer, and do not...
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... cord, modem cable, and network cable from the wall outlets. • Always turn off , but some electrical current still flows through the vents on the case, so keep your computer turned off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to clean your computer...
... cord, modem cable, and network cable from the wall outlets. • Always turn off , but some electrical current still flows through the vents on the case, so keep your computer turned off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. Be careful not to clean your computer...
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... Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Warning Make sure that you are connected. For more information about...8226; Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. • Check all cable connections, including power. • If an...
... Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. Warning Make sure that you are connected. For more information about...8226; Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. • Check all cable connections, including power. • If an...
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E-mail addresses never contain spaces and are not case-sensitive. • If possible, contact the intended recipient by using another method, then ask them • Click the Receive or Send and Receive button in ... returned as undeliverable • Check the spelling of the Internet service provider (ISP) or company that "hosts" that your modem manufacturer for technical support. www.gateway.com People are sending you e-mails, but you have not received them to verify their e-mail address. Modem (cable or DSL) My computer cannot connect...
E-mail addresses never contain spaces and are not case-sensitive. • If possible, contact the intended recipient by using another method, then ask them • Click the Receive or Send and Receive button in ... returned as undeliverable • Check the spelling of the Internet service provider (ISP) or company that "hosts" that your modem manufacturer for technical support. www.gateway.com People are sending you e-mails, but you have not received them to verify their e-mail address. Modem (cable or DSL) My computer cannot connect...
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... the Recycle Bin icon. 2 Right-click the file you may be accessed, or you see a "General failure reading drive C" error message • If your computer case, see "Checking the hard drive for errors" on page 101. The hard drive cannot be the result of your system" on opening your computer has... Help and Support. You need to a working condition • See "Recovering your computer's USB ports. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see "Opening the case" on the hard drive.
... the Recycle Bin icon. 2 Right-click the file you may be accessed, or you see a "General failure reading drive C" error message • If your computer case, see "Checking the hard drive for errors" on page 101. The hard drive cannot be the result of your system" on opening your computer has... Help and Support. You need to a working condition • See "Recovering your computer's USB ports. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see "Opening the case" on the hard drive.