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...monitor and computer. Follow the instructions that came with many powerful features. For detailed information about common issues, visit the Gateway Support Web site at 800-846-2118 and choose option 7. Icons and color coding help resources and protect your computer,... Telephone jack (optional) Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Your Gateway computer is packed with the device. SERIAL NUMBER AND CONTACT INFORMATION LABEL Gateway Customer Care telephone numbers vary by #. Actual product may vary with options) Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port...
...monitor and computer. Follow the instructions that came with many powerful features. For detailed information about common issues, visit the Gateway Support Web site at 800-846-2118 and choose option 7. Icons and color coding help resources and protect your computer,... Telephone jack (optional) Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Your Gateway computer is packed with the device. SERIAL NUMBER AND CONTACT INFORMATION LABEL Gateway Customer Care telephone numbers vary by #. Actual product may vary with options) Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port...
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Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the Gateway Web site 2 Using Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 4 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 4 Chapter 2: Using Windows ... faxes 23 Using Windows Fax and Scan 23 Sending a Fax 23 Receiving and viewing a fax 27 Chapter 4: Using Drives and Media Files 29 Using the memory card reader 30 Memory card types 30 i
Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our computer 2 Using the Gateway Web site 2 Using Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 4 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 4 Chapter 2: Using Windows ... faxes 23 Using Windows Fax and Scan 23 Sending a Fax 23 Receiving and viewing a fax 27 Chapter 4: Using Drives and Media Files 29 Using the memory card reader 30 Memory card types 30 i
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Contents Using a memory card 30 Using the diskette drive 31 Using an optical drive 31 Identifying drive types 31 Inserting an optical disc 32 Playing a CD 33 Playing a ...
Contents Using a memory card 30 Using the diskette drive 31 Using an optical drive 31 Identifying drive types 31 Inserting an optical disc 32 Playing a CD 33 Playing a ...
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CHAPTER 4 Using Drives and Media Files • Using the diskette drive • Using the memory card reader • Using an optical drive • Playing music and movies • Creating audio files and music libraries • Creating music CDs and video DVDs • Creating and copying data discs • Using Windows Media Center 29
CHAPTER 4 Using Drives and Media Files • Using the diskette drive • Using the memory card reader • Using an optical drive • Playing music and movies • Creating audio files and music libraries • Creating music CDs and video DVDs • Creating and copying data discs • Using Windows Media Center 29
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... example, the E: and F: drives) so data can use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to re-enable the memory card reader. 30 To remove a memory card: • Wait for the memory card reader access indicator to your card reader, and what types the slots should be used for example, the E: drive...), then double-click the file name. Important Do not use the optional memory card reader to transfer pictures from one memory card type to another. Double-click the drive letter (for , examine the face plate of the slot. Each slot is empty...
... example, the E: and F: drives) so data can use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to re-enable the memory card reader. 30 To remove a memory card: • Wait for the memory card reader access indicator to your card reader, and what types the slots should be used for example, the E: drive...), then double-click the file name. Important Do not use the optional memory card reader to transfer pictures from one memory card type to another. Double-click the drive letter (for , examine the face plate of the slot. Each slot is empty...
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...43 editing track information 39 inserting 32 playing audio 33 playing music 35 recording 33 CD drive identifying 31 CDs copying 33 cellular phone memory cards 30 Certificate of Authenticity 4 clipboard 10 close button 9 closing program 9, 16 window 9, 16 color changing scheme 73 CompactFlash 30... using Start menu 7 DHCP 54 disconnecting from Internet 19 diskette drive 31 diskette drive identifying 31 using 31 display using screen saver 74 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers ...
...43 editing track information 39 inserting 32 playing audio 33 playing music 35 recording 33 CD drive identifying 31 CDs copying 33 cellular phone memory cards 30 Certificate of Authenticity 4 clipboard 10 close button 9 closing program 9, 16 window 9, 16 color changing scheme 73 CompactFlash 30... using Start menu 7 DHCP 54 disconnecting from Internet 19 diskette drive 31 diskette drive identifying 31 using 31 display using screen saver 74 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers ...
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... finding 12, 13 moving 10 opening 9 pasting 10, 16 recovering 11 renaming 16 searching for 12, 13 sharing 57 un-sharing 58 viewing list 9 86 G Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 48 H HD-DVD playing 33 recording 33 help Media Center 3 online 4 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 3...63 starting 63 updating 64 McAfee Spamkiller 63 McAfee VirusScan 63 Media Center see Windows Media Center Media Player 34 memory card reader memory card types supported 30 using 30 Memory Stick 30 menu bar 9 messages checking e-mail 22 sending e-mail 22 Microsoft Internet Explorer 18 Outlook 18 Outlook...
... finding 12, 13 moving 10 opening 9 pasting 10, 16 recovering 11 renaming 16 searching for 12, 13 sharing 57 un-sharing 58 viewing list 9 86 G Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 48 H HD-DVD playing 33 recording 33 help Media Center 3 online 4 using 3 Help and Support 3 searching 3...63 starting 63 updating 64 McAfee Spamkiller 63 McAfee VirusScan 63 Media Center see Windows Media Center Media Player 34 memory card reader memory card types supported 30 using 30 Memory Stick 30 menu bar 9 messages checking e-mail 22 sending e-mail 22 Microsoft Internet Explorer 18 Outlook 18 Outlook...
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www.gateway.com using DVD drive 31 using Windows Media Player 33, 34 MultiMediaCard 30 music library building 39 music tracks copying 38 N name computer 53 workgroup ... using 58 O online help 3, 4 opening documents 14 files 7 files across network 59 folders 9 programs 7 P pasting files and folders 10, 16 text and graphics 16 PDA memory cards 30 playing audio CD 33, 35 audio file 34 Media Player file 34 multimedia files 34 music CD 35 Windows Media Player file 34...
www.gateway.com using DVD drive 31 using Windows Media Player 33, 34 MultiMediaCard 30 music library building 39 music tracks copying 38 N name computer 53 workgroup ... using 58 O online help 3, 4 opening documents 14 files 7 files across network 59 folders 9 programs 7 P pasting files and folders 10, 16 text and graphics 16 PDA memory cards 30 playing audio CD 33, 35 audio file 34 Media Player file 34 multimedia files 34 music CD 35 Windows Media Player file 34...
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... Closing the case 33 Replacing the front bezel 33 Replacing the side panel 34 Replacing the color panel 34 Installing memory 37 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 39 Replacing the memory card reader 41 Adding or replacing a hard drive 43 Replacing the heat sink and processor 45 Adding or replacing...
... Closing the case 33 Replacing the front bezel 33 Replacing the side panel 34 Replacing the color panel 34 Installing memory 37 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 39 Replacing the memory card reader 41 Adding or replacing a hard drive 43 Replacing the heat sink and processor 45 Adding or replacing...
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www.gateway.com Moving with Windows Easy Transfer 65 Moving files and settings manually 66 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 69 Safety guidelines 70 ... 71 Diskette drive 73 DVD drives 74 Ethernet 74 File management 75 Hard drive 76 Internet 77 Keyboard 78 Media Center 79 Memory 82 Memory card reader 82 Modem (cable or DSL 83 Modem (dial-up 83 Monitor 86 Mouse 88 Networks 88 Passwords 88 Power ... system to its factory condition . . . . 101 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . 102 Telephone support 102 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 102 Telephone numbers 103 iii
www.gateway.com Moving with Windows Easy Transfer 65 Moving files and settings manually 66 Chapter 6: Troubleshooting 69 Safety guidelines 70 ... 71 Diskette drive 73 DVD drives 74 Ethernet 74 File management 75 Hard drive 76 Internet 77 Keyboard 78 Media Center 79 Memory 82 Memory card reader 82 Modem (cable or DSL 83 Modem (dial-up 83 Monitor 86 Mouse 88 Networks 88 Passwords 88 Power ... system to its factory condition . . . . 101 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . 102 Telephone support 102 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 102 Telephone numbers 103 iii
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... (optional) Video jack (optional) Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) Component Icon Memory card reader DVD/CD drive Description Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into the memory card reader. Use this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch...
... (optional) Video jack (optional) Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) Component Icon Memory card reader DVD/CD drive Description Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, cellular telephone, or other device into the memory card reader. Use this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch...
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CHAPTER4 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Replacing the color panel • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the heat sink and processor • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board 29
CHAPTER4 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Replacing the color panel • Installing memory • Replacing the system battery • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the heat sink and processor • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system board 29
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www.gateway.com Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of the memory module and remove it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your system board. 4 If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently... pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module bank. 37 To avoid scratching the case, place it . -...
www.gateway.com Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of the memory module and remove it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your system board. 4 If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently... pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module bank. 37 To avoid scratching the case, place it . -...
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When the module is displayed. 38 The amount of the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. The tabs on your computer is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" ...on page 34. 7 Return your computer to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on the sides of memory in your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click (Start), right-click Computer, then click Properties. CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Align the...
When the module is displayed. 38 The amount of the memory module should secure the memory module automatically. The tabs on your computer is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" ...on page 34. 7 Return your computer to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on the sides of memory in your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click (Start), right-click Computer, then click Properties. CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Align the...
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To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 31. 2 Remove the front bezel by following the ... the front of the computer about 3/4 inch, then remove it from your computer. 4 Remove the two screws that secure the card reader to replace the memory card reader. Screws 41 www.gateway.com Replacing the memory card reader Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to the computer.
To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 31. 2 Remove the front bezel by following the ... the front of the computer about 3/4 inch, then remove it from your computer. 4 Remove the two screws that secure the card reader to replace the memory card reader. Screws 41 www.gateway.com Replacing the memory card reader Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to the computer.
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www.gateway.com Replacing the system board To replace the system board: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page ... Screws 7 Lift the system board up and out of the case. 8 Align the new system board on page 37. 4 Disconnect all memory modules by following the directions in "Installing memory" on the screw holes in "Adding or replacing an expansion card" on page 47. 3 Remove all the power and data cables from...
www.gateway.com Replacing the system board To replace the system board: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page ... Screws 7 Lift the system board up and out of the case. 8 Align the new system board on page 37. 4 Disconnect all memory modules by following the directions in "Installing memory" on the screw holes in "Adding or replacing an expansion card" on page 47. 3 Remove all the power and data cables from...
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... four screws to secure the power supply to the case. 11 Connect all power and data cables using your notes from Step 4. 12 Reinstall any memory modules you removed previously. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side...
... four screws to secure the power supply to the case. 11 Connect all power and data cables using your notes from Step 4. 12 Reinstall any memory modules you removed previously. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side...
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www.gateway.com • If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that you have a DVD drive. Add-in ... or DVD drive • Make sure that came with your computer. 71 Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Some music CDs have installed the required software. Help For more information, see the program's printed documentation...
www.gateway.com • If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that you have a DVD drive. Add-in ... or DVD drive • Make sure that came with your computer. 71 Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Some music CDs have installed the required software. Help For more information, see the program's printed documentation...
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... DVD can be played on a home DVD player. Make sure that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD). Type memory error in the My Computer window • Reboot your computer. 82 The non-Media Center computer must be replayed on another Media Center computer... or on a non-Media Center computer that your Internet account is failing. You see a "Memory error" message • Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is set up and connected to update the Program Guide. You get a "Download Error" message when...
... DVD can be played on a home DVD player. Make sure that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD). Type memory error in the My Computer window • Reboot your computer. 82 The non-Media Center computer must be replayed on another Media Center computer... or on a non-Media Center computer that your Internet account is failing. You see a "Memory error" message • Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is set up and connected to update the Program Guide. You get a "Download Error" message when...
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...volume controls are turned on page 25. • Make sure that the printer is online. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. Sound You are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the speakers are turned up. You see the speaker setup ...printed before sending additional files to the printer. • If you print large files or many files at one time, you want to add additional memory to use. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, then click the Printers category. The Printers window opens. 3 Right-click ...
...volume controls are turned on page 25. • Make sure that the printer is online. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. Sound You are not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the speakers are turned up. You see the speaker setup ...printed before sending additional files to the printer. • If you print large files or many files at one time, you want to add additional memory to use. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, then click the Printers category. The Printers window opens. 3 Right-click ...