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... will automatically prompt you to the Microsoft Media Center Web site at microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/ and the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/. 7 Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information. Web site You can get... about configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them.
... will automatically prompt you to the Microsoft Media Center Web site at microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/ and the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/. 7 Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information. Web site You can get... about configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them.
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Other types of connection used -You can cause problems and affect the video quality. Cable, digital cable, and satellite usually... your Media Center computer, a progressive scan display device with the Media Center computer when you purchased it from Gateway. The video displayed from the Media Center computer's VGA (monitor) port to the TV's VGA In port... of video cables can connect the Media Center computer video output to the TV's S-Video In port. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that are Media Center Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). S-Video display output is...
Other types of connection used -You can cause problems and affect the video quality. Cable, digital cable, and satellite usually... your Media Center computer, a progressive scan display device with the Media Center computer when you purchased it from Gateway. The video displayed from the Media Center computer's VGA (monitor) port to the TV's VGA In port... of video cables can connect the Media Center computer video output to the TV's S-Video In port. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that are Media Center Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). S-Video display output is...
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... for a topic 6 BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 Gateway contact information 8 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 9 Desktop PC Front 10 Desktop PC Back 12 Identifying your model 15 Gateway model and serial number 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 Finding your specifications 16 ... computer accessories 21 Sitting at your computer 21 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 21 Protecting from power source problems 22 Checking the voltage selection 22 Starting your computer 23 Waking up your computer 24 Turning off your computer 24...
... for a topic 6 BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 Gateway contact information 8 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 9 Desktop PC Front 10 Desktop PC Back 12 Identifying your model 15 Gateway model and serial number 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 Finding your specifications 16 ... computer accessories 21 Sitting at your computer 21 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 21 Protecting from power source problems 22 Checking the voltage selection 22 Starting your computer 23 Waking up your computer 24 Turning off your computer 24...
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...problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with fast, considerate service. We are provided with our range of us at affordable prices. We have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Thanks again, from your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway...with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. to provide best-of ...
...problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with fast, considerate service. We are provided with our range of us at affordable prices. We have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Thanks again, from your computer in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway...with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. to provide best-of ...
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...in the Search Results list. To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. For each search, you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - These topics are located on...the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to search for and access these ...
...in the Search Results list. To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. For each search, you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - These topics are located on...the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to search for and access these ...
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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Installing peripheral devices 19
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Installing peripheral devices 19
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...into your computer can enter your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the world, such as this switch is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50...your location is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 22 www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. The voltage...
...into your computer can enter your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the world, such as this switch is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 50...your location is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to 230. 22 www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from reaching your computer. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. The voltage...
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www.gateway.com 49 To restore your computer, then press F11. 2 Follow the on your computer to the original configuration. Restoring your system Restoring your computer to the original configuration If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to restore your computer to the original configuration: 1 Turn on -screen instructions.
www.gateway.com 49 To restore your computer, then press F11. 2 Follow the on your computer to the original configuration. Restoring your system Restoring your computer to the original configuration If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to restore your computer to the original configuration: 1 Turn on -screen instructions.
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 59
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 59
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...For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you followed each instruction.... ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 60 www.gateway.com Type the keyword troubleshooting ...
...For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you followed each instruction.... ■ If an error occurs in the Search box , then click the arrow. 60 www.gateway.com Type the keyword troubleshooting ...
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You may be able to play these CDs on your computer. ■ Some music CDs have a DVD drive. www.gateway.com 61 Audio See "Sound" on page 75. Battery See "Power" on page 77. To identify your drive type, see "Identifying drive types" on page... ■ Try a different disc. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 37. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your computer restarts. Make sure that the IDE controllers are enabled. ■ Make...
You may be able to play these CDs on your computer. ■ Some music CDs have a DVD drive. www.gateway.com 61 Audio See "Sound" on page 75. Battery See "Power" on page 77. To identify your drive type, see "Identifying drive types" on page... ■ Try a different disc. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 37. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that came with your computer restarts. Make sure that the IDE controllers are enabled. ■ Make...
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...media, then delete them from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, ...then clicking Empty Recycle Bin. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see a "General failure reading drive C" error message ■ If a diskette is full, copy any files not ...
...media, then delete them from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, ...then clicking Empty Recycle Bin. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see a "General failure reading drive C" error message ■ If a diskette is full, copy any files not ...
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...have typed a URL (Web address) incorrectly, you are using a dial-up )" on page 12 to make sure that the connections have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack. If you have been made correctly. -... Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: 66 www.gateway.com See "Desktop PC Back" on page 68. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the diskette drive, then ...
...have typed a URL (Web address) incorrectly, you are using a dial-up )" on page 12 to make sure that the connections have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack. If you have been made correctly. -... Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: 66 www.gateway.com See "Desktop PC Back" on page 68. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the diskette drive, then ...
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...bps when you have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. 70 www.gateway.com Your fax communications program only sends and receives faxes at a different location). Listen to 33.6K. If reducing the connect speed ...with just one program. ■ Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on page 66. The telephone line may be having technical difficulties. The problem may be too noisy. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Disconnect any answering machine, fax machine, or printer that is limited to 53K. Do not...
...bps when you have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. 70 www.gateway.com Your fax communications program only sends and receives faxes at a different location). Listen to 33.6K. If reducing the connect speed ...with just one program. ■ Review the troubleshooting information under "Internet" on page 66. The telephone line may be having technical difficulties. The problem may be too noisy. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Disconnect any answering machine, fax machine, or printer that is limited to 53K. Do not...
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...standards and may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com 71 Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in use). ■ Use the modem cable that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. If your Control ...connection. ■ Shut down the modem volume. The Modem Properties dialog box opens. 5 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. You may cause problems with your modem tries to connect to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics.
...standards and may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com 71 Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in use). ■ Use the modem cable that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. If your Control ...connection. ■ Shut down the modem volume. The Modem Properties dialog box opens. 5 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. You may cause problems with your modem tries to connect to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics.
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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. 78 www.gateway.com The technician may have you follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Customer Care: ■ Make sure that your computer ... it . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have "how to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. ...
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. 78 www.gateway.com The technician may have you follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Customer Care: ■ Make sure that your computer ... it . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have "how to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. ...
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... non-technical issues. 800-846-1778 (US) 605-232-2191 (all other countries) 800-846-2000 (US) 888-387-7752 (Canada) www.gateway.com 79 Pacific Time Weekends 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. For more information, see "Identifying your model" on the front of customer service, Customer... or region. Telephone support Telephone numbers Gateway offers a wide range of your computer. Automated troubleshooting system Service description How to reach Use an automated menu system and your telephone 800-846-2118 keypad to find answers to common problems. (US and Canada) Telephone numbers You...
... non-technical issues. 800-846-1778 (US) 605-232-2191 (all other countries) 800-846-2000 (US) 888-387-7752 (Canada) www.gateway.com 79 Pacific Time Weekends 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. For more information, see "Identifying your model" on the front of customer service, Customer... or region. Telephone support Telephone numbers Gateway offers a wide range of your computer. Automated troubleshooting system Service description How to reach Use an automated menu system and your telephone 800-846-2118 keypad to find answers to common problems. (US and Canada) Telephone numbers You...
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...telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which may make changes in order for you disconnect the equipment until the problem is designed to be used to determine the number of 1991 makes it is Part 68-compliant. Contact the state public utility ... de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada. 98 www.gateway.com See installation instructions for information. If this equipment. The United States Telephone Consumer Protection Act of devices which is sent, an identification...
...telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which may make changes in order for you disconnect the equipment until the problem is designed to be used to determine the number of 1991 makes it is Part 68-compliant. Contact the state public utility ... de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada. 98 www.gateway.com See installation instructions for information. If this equipment. The United States Telephone Consumer Protection Act of devices which is sent, an identification...
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... support for 32 USB support for 32 pointer 28 moving 29 ports See connections power button 11 connector 13 Hibernate mode 11 indicator 11 source problems 22 Standby/Resume 11 troubleshooting 75 turning off computer 24 turning on computer 23 power button 11 printer default 75 inkjet 16 installing 32 laser...
... support for 32 USB support for 32 pointer 28 moving 29 ports See connections power button 11 connector 13 Hibernate mode 11 indicator 11 source problems 22 Standby/Resume 11 troubleshooting 75 turning off computer 24 turning on computer 23 power button 11 printer default 75 inkjet 16 installing 32 laser...