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... or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 13 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management 16 Your Computer's Documentation 17 Playing Multimedia Files 18 First steps on the Net 20 Protecting your computer 20 Choose an 'Internet Service...
... or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 13 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management 16 Your Computer's Documentation 17 Playing Multimedia Files 18 First steps on the Net 20 Protecting your computer 20 Choose an 'Internet Service...
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...it . After we receive your product registration, you will give you access to some useful benefits, such as: • Faster service from Gateway Hurry and register, as other advantages await you! receipt), and the warranty in the information and click Next. Another Option Another way to ... that will invite you should keep in customer surveys • The latest news from our trained representatives • Membership in the Gateway community: receive promotions and participate in a safe place. The second window you'll see contains optional fields that you immediately register it...
...it . After we receive your product registration, you will give you access to some useful benefits, such as: • Faster service from Gateway Hurry and register, as other advantages await you! receipt), and the warranty in the information and click Next. Another Option Another way to ... that will invite you should keep in customer surveys • The latest news from our trained representatives • Membership in the Gateway community: receive promotions and participate in a safe place. The second window you'll see contains optional fields that you immediately register it...
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...before you start working with your proof of this guide. Also, save your computer and the troubleshooting steps included in front of you check Gateway InfoCentre, the electronic user's guide installed on the cover of purchase. Check out the Support section; it , while giving you write down...purchase and model name on your computer. You need to introduce you encounter a problem. This will also help , drivers and downloads. Gateway Support Make sure you an option to the features of your computer and assist in case you to retain all settings and personal data for...
...before you start working with your proof of this guide. Also, save your computer and the troubleshooting steps included in front of you check Gateway InfoCentre, the electronic user's guide installed on the cover of purchase. Check out the Support section; it , while giving you write down...purchase and model name on your computer. You need to introduce you encounter a problem. This will also help , drivers and downloads. Gateway Support Make sure you an option to the features of your computer and assist in case you to retain all settings and personal data for...
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Allow the adapter to cool properly during use by keeping it . • If you spill liquid on your computer. • Is not placed on a carpet or any device attached to it, switch it off immediately, unplug the power cord and make sure it is easily accessible and as close to the computer as possible (do not overload it on again. If a replacement is supplied with too many adapters). Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Although other adapters may look similar, using them can damage your computer includes slots for use when no risk of people walking or tripping over them. • ...
Allow the adapter to cool properly during use by keeping it . • If you spill liquid on your computer. • Is not placed on a carpet or any device attached to it, switch it off immediately, unplug the power cord and make sure it is easily accessible and as close to the computer as possible (do not overload it on again. If a replacement is supplied with too many adapters). Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Although other adapters may look similar, using them can damage your computer includes slots for use when no risk of people walking or tripping over them. • ...
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Keep them out of the reach of small children. • If you work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Do not listen to block out noisy surroundings; Do not increase the volume to high volumes for extended periods. This may contain small parts. Unplug your computer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed, • liquid was spilled into ventilation or case slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that may result in damage and ...
Keep them out of the reach of small children. • If you work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Do not listen to block out noisy surroundings; Do not increase the volume to high volumes for extended periods. This may contain small parts. Unplug your computer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed, • liquid was spilled into ventilation or case slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that may result in damage and ...
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Note: The Keyboard/Mouse and Receiver shown below . 1. B A C 3. Then identify the mouse: • Press the connect button on the receiver (A). • Turn the mouse over . • Use a thin object (such as the Keyboard/Mouse supplied with the receiver. Wait 20 seconds. 4. First check that the batteries for the keyboard and mouse are different from those shown below may not be the same as a pen tip) to press the connect button on the keyboard (C). 6 - Check your InfoCentre documentation to manually establish communication with your computer. Identify the keyboard: ...
Note: The Keyboard/Mouse and Receiver shown below . 1. B A C 3. Then identify the mouse: • Press the connect button on the receiver (A). • Turn the mouse over . • Use a thin object (such as the Keyboard/Mouse supplied with the receiver. Wait 20 seconds. 4. First check that the batteries for the keyboard and mouse are different from those shown below may not be the same as a pen tip) to press the connect button on the keyboard (C). 6 - Check your InfoCentre documentation to manually establish communication with your computer. Identify the keyboard: ...
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... back one of the buttons on your text. 8. Arrow keys: Move the cursor up menu. 3. Space: used to enter numbers and special characters. Please update Gateway InfoCentre for characters on the program you move through compatible applications. Fn: Use simultaneously with a letter key to enter an empty space in this movement...
... back one of the buttons on your text. 8. Arrow keys: Move the cursor up menu. 3. Space: used to enter numbers and special characters. Please update Gateway InfoCentre for characters on the program you move through compatible applications. Fn: Use simultaneously with a letter key to enter an empty space in this movement...
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Drag the slider up , down 10. Click on Mixer to access advanced volume control settings. Click again to adjust the volume. Volume controls (Volume up /down , left, right) and OK 8. Installing the Remote Control and optional receiver Before starting Windows Media Center (see page 18) and remote control! Insert the batteries into the remote control; Power ON/OFF or Quick Resume 2. Open Live TV 7. Teletext selection (red, green, yellow, blue) 12. Click on the small speaker icon to the clock. Remote Control Functions 1. Program/Channel up /down to resume ...
Drag the slider up , down 10. Click on Mixer to access advanced volume control settings. Click again to adjust the volume. Volume controls (Volume up /down , left, right) and OK 8. Installing the Remote Control and optional receiver Before starting Windows Media Center (see page 18) and remote control! Insert the batteries into the remote control; Power ON/OFF or Quick Resume 2. Open Live TV 7. Teletext selection (red, green, yellow, blue) 12. Click on the small speaker icon to the clock. Remote Control Functions 1. Program/Channel up /down to resume ...
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Removing a card from a disc, they are present on Gateway computers. Wait until a Safe to recordable discs. Note: Small computers may use either an external optical drive, or a computer with your valuable data. If your ... drives. Selected computers include an "all-in the Notification Area (next to the model you have purchased, nor that allows you have purchased, please check Gateway InfoCentre. Computer Basics - 9 To view documentation specific to the clock). 2. Audio CD, CD-ROM, DVD). These drives can use . Click on Eject SD Card (or...
Removing a card from a disc, they are present on Gateway computers. Wait until a Safe to recordable discs. Note: Small computers may use either an external optical drive, or a computer with your valuable data. If your ... drives. Selected computers include an "all-in the Notification Area (next to the model you have purchased, nor that allows you have purchased, please check Gateway InfoCentre. Computer Basics - 9 To view documentation specific to the clock). 2. Audio CD, CD-ROM, DVD). These drives can use . Click on Eject SD Card (or...
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... high-speed Internet connections. 10 - Ports and Connectors The ports and connector types described below are commonly used on the computer you are present on Gateway computers. Precautions ✓ If a program needs a disc, insert the disc into the drive before you have purchased, nor that is limited to the model you...
... high-speed Internet connections. 10 - Ports and Connectors The ports and connector types described below are commonly used on the computer you are present on Gateway computers. Precautions ✓ If a program needs a disc, insert the disc into the drive before you have purchased, nor that is limited to the model you...
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A network port looks very similar to a monitor with a VGA port. Warning: In thunderstorm conditions, make sure that the product warranty does not apply if damage to store and transfer data by a wide selection of a lightning strike. IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - Display and Audio Ports VGA Port - Connect to a modem port; Connect to an aerial. The appropriate cable is usually included with the monitor. An S-Video TV-Out port allows you may be compatible with other . Plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in speakers. It cannot be used to your area. Modem - ...
A network port looks very similar to a monitor with a VGA port. Warning: In thunderstorm conditions, make sure that the product warranty does not apply if damage to store and transfer data by a wide selection of a lightning strike. IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - Display and Audio Ports VGA Port - Connect to a modem port; Connect to an aerial. The appropriate cable is usually included with the monitor. An S-Video TV-Out port allows you may be compatible with other . Plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in speakers. It cannot be used to your area. Modem - ...
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You can set up accounts for details). 1 3 2 Note: You may also put your computer (including a monitor) by pressing the main power button on page 33. Simply close all external devices (such as possible (there may quickly resume working (see the section User Account Control on these devices. 2. Turning your Computer ON or OFF Turning your computer by pressing the main power button. Sleep mode Click on page 13 for each user. To learn more about user account management, please see the Power Options section on the Sleep button to save your session and put the computer ...
You can set up accounts for details). 1 3 2 Note: You may also put your computer (including a monitor) by pressing the main power button on page 33. Simply close all external devices (such as possible (there may quickly resume working (see the section User Account Control on these devices. 2. Turning your Computer ON or OFF Turning your computer by pressing the main power button. Sleep mode Click on page 13 for each user. To learn more about user account management, please see the Power Options section on the Sleep button to save your session and put the computer ...
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... you need additional storage space, need to create backups or need removable storage to make the most of the memory. Hybrid Sleep may evolve, Gateway is still required to help you best. A small amount of power is here to store the contents of a power failure. Forced Shutdown If...) Whether you want to start in a few seconds. Simply plug it into a USB port and "drag and drop" to transfer your Computer Gateway strives to carry your data, an external hard disk drive will increase the computer performance and help your computer, keeping all activity on Start > ...
... you need additional storage space, need to create backups or need removable storage to make the most of the memory. Hybrid Sleep may evolve, Gateway is still required to help you best. A small amount of power is here to store the contents of a power failure. Forced Shutdown If...) Whether you want to start in a few seconds. Simply plug it into a USB port and "drag and drop" to transfer your Computer Gateway strives to carry your data, an external hard disk drive will increase the computer performance and help your computer, keeping all activity on Start > ...
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High capacity drives are best kept out of landfills. Gateway encourages you to learn more about product disposal. 14 - Please refer to Environment on page 54 to recycle! quicker than burning a CD or DVD! Many ...
High capacity drives are best kept out of landfills. Gateway encourages you to learn more about product disposal. 14 - Please refer to Environment on page 54 to recycle! quicker than burning a CD or DVD! Many ...
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... you use your computer depend on your computer; the programs and categories available on the model purchased. INTERNET AND SOFTWARE USING WINDOWS AND YOUR SOFTWARE Gateway computers include software to use it. however some software may be provided on Start > Getting Started.
... you use your computer depend on your computer; the programs and categories available on the model purchased. INTERNET AND SOFTWARE USING WINDOWS AND YOUR SOFTWARE Gateway computers include software to use it. however some software may be provided on Start > Getting Started.
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... set of recovery discs as soon as possible. Please read them carefully! 1. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on -screen instructions. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. The Create Backup Disc dialog box opens. To reinstall using discs, you will need to complete...you the number of identical, blank discs ready before continuing. 16 - Make sure that are not recoverable by on Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management To prepare your computer experiences problems that you have the required number of blank, recordable discs you create ...
... set of recovery discs as soon as possible. Please read them carefully! 1. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on -screen instructions. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. The Create Backup Disc dialog box opens. To reinstall using discs, you will need to complete...you the number of identical, blank discs ready before continuing. 16 - Make sure that are not recoverable by on Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management To prepare your computer experiences problems that you have the required number of blank, recordable discs you create ...
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... in order to list, then click Next. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on Start > All Programs > Gateway > Gateway InfoCentre. Your Computer's Documentation User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) This guide is complete. Internet and Software - 17 The first disc begins recording, and you have specific information... multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. To open InfoCentre, double-click on the User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) icon on the desktop or click on each disc, such as 'Windows Recovery Disc 1 of the User's Guide (you need an...
... in order to list, then click Next. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on Start > All Programs > Gateway > Gateway InfoCentre. Your Computer's Documentation User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) This guide is complete. Internet and Software - 17 The first disc begins recording, and you have specific information... multiple discs are required, insert a new disc when prompted, then click OK. To open InfoCentre, double-click on the User's Guide (Gateway InfoCentre) icon on the desktop or click on each disc, such as 'Windows Recovery Disc 1 of the User's Guide (you need an...
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... 'centers' such as tutorials on using a program, press F1 on your computer's configuration. You should also make regular visits to www.gateway.com and check out the Support section: it will start the media program, it contains up-to -day tasks and tips and information on...the technical information about your computer has a TV tuner). Software Documentation Most of categories and titles available may have been installed by Gateway to upgrade your computer, click on how to provide an improved media experience. Windows Media Player Windows Media Player may use Windows Media...
... 'centers' such as tutorials on using a program, press F1 on your computer's configuration. You should also make regular visits to www.gateway.com and check out the Support section: it will start the media program, it contains up-to -day tasks and tips and information on...the technical information about your computer has a TV tuner). Software Documentation Most of categories and titles available may have been installed by Gateway to upgrade your computer, click on how to provide an improved media experience. Windows Media Player Windows Media Player may use Windows Media...
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If Windows asks you to select a DVD player, we recommend that Windows or the media player does not include by default. Why do I get a message that says that may not have been installed on devices certified for more information. In many cases, you get a message that says my computer is missing a codec, it may be because you are using a file that was compressed using a codec that you to play it. AutoPlay The Windows AutoPlay function allows you always choose the DVD player included with your computer is missing a codec? PowerDVD or Windows Media Player). Other formats may...
If Windows asks you to select a DVD player, we recommend that Windows or the media player does not include by default. Why do I get a message that says that may not have been installed on devices certified for more information. In many cases, you get a message that says my computer is missing a codec, it may be because you are using a file that was compressed using a codec that you to play it. AutoPlay The Windows AutoPlay function allows you always choose the DVD player included with your computer is missing a codec? PowerDVD or Windows Media Player). Other formats may...
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Dial-Up Some computers include a telephone dial-up connection, you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with your service provider to the Internet. This allows you to connect to the Internet. DSL (e.g. To be eligible for a SIM card may be incurred, especially roaming charges. 20 - As the connection is always-on, it is sometimes unavailable in to avoid interference). Note: If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you cannot use cellular networks (such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Connection Types Depending on a single phone...
Dial-Up Some computers include a telephone dial-up connection, you require a compatible SIM card and a contract with your service provider to the Internet. This allows you to connect to the Internet. DSL (e.g. To be eligible for a SIM card may be incurred, especially roaming charges. 20 - As the connection is always-on, it is sometimes unavailable in to avoid interference). Note: If your computer includes a SIM card slot, you cannot use cellular networks (such as a USB modem or even an appropriately equipped mobile phone. Connection Types Depending on a single phone...