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... Computer 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Mouse 6 Volume Controls 8 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 9 Ports and Connectors 10 Turning your Computer ON 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 Provider 20 Network connections 21 Surf...
... Computer 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Mouse 6 Volume Controls 8 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 9 Ports and Connectors 10 Turning your Computer ON 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 Provider 20 Network connections 21 Surf...
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... an internal infrared receiver, a USB receiver is required. Direction keys (up or down , left, right) and OK 8. Click again to access advanced volume control settings. Remote Control Functions 1. DVD Menu 3. Open Live TV 7. Click on the small speaker icon to -use Media Center (see page 18), prepare the remote control. 1. Remote Control (optional) Enjoy all your favorite digital entertainment in one place with the easy-to mute the volume. Back, Start (Windows key...
... an internal infrared receiver, a USB receiver is required. Direction keys (up or down , left, right) and OK 8. Click again to access advanced volume control settings. Remote Control Functions 1. DVD Menu 3. Open Live TV 7. Click on the small speaker icon to -use Media Center (see page 18), prepare the remote control. 1. Remote Control (optional) Enjoy all your favorite digital entertainment in one place with the easy-to mute the volume. Back, Start (Windows key...
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.... Switch your computer before adding or removing a legacy- Connect a mouse and keyboard to the model you attach any device, check the installation instructions that it manually: 1. device. Connect your computer to recordable CDs and single- However, this copyright protection technology must be detected and installed automatically. However, certain devices must turn off your computer off. 2. Communication Ports Network - Disc Compatibility for Recordable Drives • DVD±RW Writer: DVD±RW drives (or DVD Dual drives...
.... Switch your computer before adding or removing a legacy- Connect a mouse and keyboard to the model you attach any device, check the installation instructions that it manually: 1. device. Connect your computer to recordable CDs and single- However, this copyright protection technology must be detected and installed automatically. However, certain devices must turn off your computer off. 2. Communication Ports Network - Disc Compatibility for Recordable Drives • DVD±RW Writer: DVD±RW drives (or DVD Dual drives...
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... your computer from a distance when used to an aerial - An eSATA port allows you to -use connector. DVI Port - Connect to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with a single, easy-to connect a compatible television. An S-Video TV-Out port allows you to a monitor with a DVI (Digital Video Interface) port. HDMI (TV-Out) Connection - Plugging in an audio device disables any network cable. Memory cards are often found near each other devices, such as mobile telephones. Computer...
... your computer from a distance when used to an aerial - An eSATA port allows you to -use connector. DVI Port - Connect to connect a compatible external storage device (usually a hard disk drive) with a single, easy-to connect a compatible television. An S-Video TV-Out port allows you to a monitor with a DVI (Digital Video Interface) port. HDMI (TV-Out) Connection - Plugging in an audio device disables any network cable. Memory cards are often found near each other devices, such as mobile telephones. Computer...
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..., then try using the Task Manager. Power Options The power options of a power failure. Depending on End Task. but the copy on certain computers. If you can control your system's performance and displays details about your computer's power state and allow you work is still required to start again. This utility provides information about programs and processes running on again. Hybrid Sleep Hybrid sleep stores all activity...
..., then try using the Task Manager. Power Options The power options of a power failure. Depending on End Task. but the copy on certain computers. If you can control your system's performance and displays details about your computer's power state and allow you work is still required to start again. This utility provides information about programs and processes running on again. Hybrid Sleep Hybrid sleep stores all activity...
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... as Windows Media Center. Other media programs may watch television (if your keyboard, or click on using the Internet. You may have been installed by Microsoft. If available, select the Express setup option, you use the media software on Start > Windows Media Center. Your updated version of multimedia content, presented with simple menus that you may be easily controlled with a remote control. Other buttons give you access to the computer you need help , drivers and downloads...
... as Windows Media Center. Other media programs may watch television (if your keyboard, or click on using the Internet. You may have been installed by Microsoft. If available, select the Express setup option, you use the media software on Start > Windows Media Center. Your updated version of multimedia content, presented with simple menus that you may be easily controlled with a remote control. Other buttons give you access to the computer you need help , drivers and downloads...
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... a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will automatically display a dialog box and ask you to choose how you want to open the files. AutoPlay The Windows AutoPlay function allows you want to choose the way Windows handles media files on your computer, the player uses the Windows Media Audio codec to play that WMA file (or any WMA file that may work with the each type...
... a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will automatically display a dialog box and ask you to choose how you want to open the files. AutoPlay The Windows AutoPlay function allows you want to choose the way Windows handles media files on your computer, the player uses the Windows Media Audio codec to play that WMA file (or any WMA file that may work with the each type...
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... Internet connection. Network Cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to their services. Wireless Adapter This is connected to the computer that will allow you have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with the subscription to the access point. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is available in DSL modem that you can set up your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Internet and Software - 21 When you set up a LAN using wires...
... Internet connection. Network Cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to their services. Wireless Adapter This is connected to the computer that will allow you have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with the subscription to the access point. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is available in DSL modem that you can set up your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Internet and Software - 21 When you set up a LAN using wires...
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... wireless network. Click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; they may turn your computer does not feature a 'WiFi' button, you do not possess an Access Point (router). Portable computer 6. Network cables (RJ45) 5 6 4 1 3 72 Ad-Hoc internet sharing The Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) feature of a working network 1. Desktop computer 3. This is prohibited. Access point/router 2. Modem 4. Diagram of Microsoft Windows allows you to create an ad-hoc wireless network. Switch off , or control...
... wireless network. Click on or off all devices before boarding an aircraft; they may turn your computer does not feature a 'WiFi' button, you do not possess an Access Point (router). Portable computer 6. Network cables (RJ45) 5 6 4 1 3 72 Ad-Hoc internet sharing The Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) feature of a working network 1. Desktop computer 3. This is prohibited. Access point/router 2. Modem 4. Diagram of Microsoft Windows allows you to create an ad-hoc wireless network. Switch off , or control...
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... Restore options Restore your computer to an earlier time This option will not work . By default Windows saves snapshots of itself when major changes are made to reinstall any programs you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you should use Programs and Features in the Control Panel. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. driver installations or specific software). Starting Windows System Restore...
... Restore options Restore your computer to an earlier time This option will not work . By default Windows saves snapshots of itself when major changes are made to reinstall any programs you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you should use Programs and Features in the Control Panel. Press the Alt+F10 key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. driver installations or specific software). Starting Windows System Restore...
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... ✓ Perform updates when prompted by name in the background to identify this name. 3. Security You are installed. System Restore automatically adds the date and time to access advanced startup options. 2. Restart the computer, press F8 to this restore point. The new Norton Internet Security™ runs quietly in the list box to undo the restoration. Select from Internet attacks and ensure that worked. 1. Enter a description...
... ✓ Perform updates when prompted by name in the background to identify this name. 3. Security You are installed. System Restore automatically adds the date and time to access advanced startup options. 2. Restart the computer, press F8 to this restore point. The new Norton Internet Security™ runs quietly in the list box to undo the restoration. Select from Internet attacks and ensure that worked. 1. Enter a description...
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... seconds. 2. Plug any additional internal device you connect or disconnect the power cord to change the screen saver properties: a. Close all open programs, with two video ports, one video port does not work, then try the other end to reset your computer and check if it does not, restart your monitor. 2. c. Unplug the power cord of Windows. Removing additional internal hardware Internal hardware could be items such as additional memory, a network card, etc. 1. Press a key to...
... seconds. 2. Plug any additional internal device you connect or disconnect the power cord to change the screen saver properties: a. Close all open programs, with two video ports, one video port does not work, then try the other end to reset your computer and check if it does not, restart your monitor. 2. c. Unplug the power cord of Windows. Removing additional internal hardware Internal hardware could be items such as additional memory, a network card, etc. 1. Press a key to...
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... an advanced user. 2. Switch your computer and monitor on your computer with a different boot device. The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays When the computer starts, it first performs a test of the chassis is HDD, change it into CD or DVD using the arrow keys or mouse (if available). 2. Set the BIOS to confirm. 3. Press F12 when starting . 1. If your computer. Please read Removing additional external devices and Removing additional internal hardware on all...
... an advanced user. 2. Switch your computer and monitor on your computer with a different boot device. The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays When the computer starts, it first performs a test of the chassis is HDD, change it into CD or DVD using the arrow keys or mouse (if available). 2. Set the BIOS to confirm. 3. Press F12 when starting . 1. If your computer. Please read Removing additional external devices and Removing additional internal hardware on all...
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... prompted to highlight Last Known Good Configuration and press Enter. Helpdesk - 37 Use the arrow keys to install any required software or device drivers. Click on your keyboard to access the advanced startup options. 3. This process modifies the system files and can download to keep your computer running smoothly and up -to-date. Switch your computer and monitor on Start > All Programs > Windows Update. 2. To check if your computer...
... prompted to highlight Last Known Good Configuration and press Enter. Helpdesk - 37 Use the arrow keys to install any required software or device drivers. Click on your keyboard to access the advanced startup options. 3. This process modifies the system files and can download to keep your computer running smoothly and up -to-date. Switch your computer and monitor on Start > All Programs > Windows Update. 2. To check if your computer...
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... supplied with System Restore. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide If you to your program, please check the software editor's Website for downloads as well. System Restore monitors the changes to view the status of your computer, you run erratically, there are good chances that driver may check the Gateway Support Website on the taskbar and select Task Manager. 2. If your computer cannot display the Windows desktop: Restart your programs run...
... supplied with System Restore. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide If you to your program, please check the software editor's Website for downloads as well. System Restore monitors the changes to view the status of your computer, you run erratically, there are good chances that driver may check the Gateway Support Website on the taskbar and select Task Manager. 2. If your computer cannot display the Windows desktop: Restart your programs run...
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... Surfing the Internet, You Get an Error Message" on the icon, then select Open Network and Sharing Center to the remote site cannot be connected to close the message window. A pop up message warns you purchased your ISP. 5. b. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your computer, or you need to...
... Surfing the Internet, You Get an Error Message" on the icon, then select Open Network and Sharing Center to the remote site cannot be connected to close the message window. A pop up message warns you purchased your ISP. 5. b. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your computer, or you need to...
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... not start automatically and display an installation screen. Check that they can usually be found printed on the software box or on the disc's icon and select Explore. See your printer's manual for the software. 1. b. Use a grounded AC power outlet (or power strip). Software Before purchasing new programs, check that the cables are closed. These requirements can run . a. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Remember to shut down your printer. Gateway...
... not start automatically and display an installation screen. Check that they can usually be found printed on the software box or on the disc's icon and select Explore. See your printer's manual for the software. 1. b. Use a grounded AC power outlet (or power strip). Software Before purchasing new programs, check that the cables are closed. These requirements can run . a. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Remember to shut down your printer. Gateway...
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... adapter card (PCI or AGP), please refer to install it can be necessary to uninstall. Uninstalling a program a. Note: If you have problems installing your computer. Click on page 46 for more help and advice. Remember to start the program's uninstall process. c. Resetting your computer and device before disconnecting or reconnecting any cables. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it will be used on your computer's specifications...
... adapter card (PCI or AGP), please refer to install it can be necessary to uninstall. Uninstalling a program a. Note: If you have problems installing your computer. Click on page 46 for more help and advice. Remember to start the program's uninstall process. c. Resetting your computer and device before disconnecting or reconnecting any cables. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it will be used on your computer's specifications...
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... use these discs later for later retrieval. Gateway Recovery Management opens. - Reset your system to Step 3 after the Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. 2. If you are recovering from the factory. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on the Restore tab, then click Reinstall applications/drivers. OR If you need to the same state as you an option to reinstall the software and device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - To recover software...
... use these discs later for later retrieval. Gateway Recovery Management opens. - Reset your system to Step 3 after the Gateway Application Recovery main menu opens. 2. If you are recovering from the factory. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on the Restore tab, then click Reinstall applications/drivers. OR If you need to the same state as you an option to reinstall the software and device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - To recover software...
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... you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from within Windows" below. • If you can reinstall using either your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. If you can access important files on page 48. Click on the Restore tab, then Restore system to start from the hard drive during startup. A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that were pre-installed on your hard drive. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click...
... you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from within Windows" below. • If you can reinstall using either your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. If you can access important files on page 48. Click on the Restore tab, then Restore system to start from the hard drive during startup. A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that were pre-installed on your hard drive. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click...
