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... Locate connections You've probably already decided where you want to set up and use your Media Center computer, but before you start connecting computer components, take a few minutes to make sure that all of these connections are also called set-top boxes. 4 Make sure that you 've selected. Cable boxes...
... Locate connections You've probably already decided where you want to set up and use your Media Center computer, but before you start connecting computer components, take a few minutes to make sure that all of these connections are also called set-top boxes. 4 Make sure that you 've selected. Cable boxes...
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... included with your Media Center may look different than this. Batteries-Two AA batteries for easy access during the setup process. Identify Media Center computer components Remove the computer components from the packaging and lay them out for the wireless remote control.
... included with your Media Center may look different than this. Batteries-Two AA batteries for easy access during the setup process. Identify Media Center computer components Remove the computer components from the packaging and lay them out for the wireless remote control.
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Getting ready to set up Media Center resources Now that you've located an Internet connection and a video source and have identified the computer components, use the step-by-step instructions in this guide to help set up your computer and other documents and information resources described here to an ...
Getting ready to set up Media Center resources Now that you've located an Internet connection and a video source and have identified the computer components, use the step-by-step instructions in this guide to help set up your computer and other documents and information resources described here to an ...
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... Media Center hardware, make sure that you use a TV as the Media Center display device instead of a display device provided by Gateway, see Connecting a TV on the batteries with the components, connect them to any USB port on the back of 23 feet and can be used up to the USB port...
... Media Center hardware, make sure that you use a TV as the Media Center display device instead of a display device provided by Gateway, see Connecting a TV on the batteries with the components, connect them to any USB port on the back of 23 feet and can be used up to the USB port...
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Turning on your sound system (optional) is turned on. 2 Follow the Windows setup screens. 3 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the power and complete the Media Center set up. 1 Press the power button on the front of the monitor or TV, then press the power button on the front of the Media Center computer. Make sure that your system and setting up software After the computer components are connected, you're ready to complete the device setup. 14
Turning on your sound system (optional) is turned on. 2 Follow the Windows setup screens. 3 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the power and complete the Media Center set up. 1 Press the power button on the front of the monitor or TV, then press the power button on the front of the Media Center computer. Make sure that your system and setting up software After the computer components are connected, you're ready to complete the device setup. 14
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... that you will provide you keep your computer in addition to familiarize yourself with fast, considerate service. Each and every Gateway computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to come. to provide best-of us...made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to help you with our range of your new Gateway computer for purchasing our computer! Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway.com You have highlighted some ...
... that you will provide you keep your computer in addition to familiarize yourself with fast, considerate service. Each and every Gateway computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to come. to provide best-of us...made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to help you with our range of your new Gateway computer for purchasing our computer! Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway.com You have highlighted some ...
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Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. DVD/CD drive USB port (optional) DVD/CD drive (optional) Diskette drive (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button Microphone jack Headphone jack Power indicator USB ports (optional) IEEE 1394 ports (optional) 10 www.gateway.com Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below. DVD/CD drive USB port (optional) DVD/CD drive (optional) Diskette drive (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button Microphone jack Headphone jack Power indicator USB ports (optional) IEEE 1394 ports (optional) 10 www.gateway.com Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Desktop PC Front Your computer includes the following components.
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... onto recordable discs (depending on . Lights when the computer is color-coded red or pink. This jack is turned on drive type). www.gateway.com 11 Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the memory card reader. Insert a memory card ...about your drive type and for more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 32. Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. Component Icon DVD/CD drive USB ports (optional) Diskette drive (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional...
... onto recordable discs (depending on . Lights when the computer is color-coded red or pink. This jack is turned on drive type). www.gateway.com 11 Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into the memory card reader. Insert a memory card ...about your drive type and for more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 32. Plug a microphone into the optional diskette drive. Component Icon DVD/CD drive USB ports (optional) Diskette drive (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button Power indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Power connector Case cover thumbscrew Rear speaker jack (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394/FireWire™/ i.Link™ ports (optional) Parallel port S-Video out jack (... Center/subwoofer jack (optional) S/PDIF jack (optional) USB ports Monitor port Serial port PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port Monitor port (optional) Telephone jack www.gateway.com Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Desktop PC Back Your computer includes the following components. Power connector Case cover thumbscrew Rear speaker jack (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394/FireWire™/ i.Link™ ports (optional) Parallel port S-Video out jack (... Center/subwoofer jack (optional) S/PDIF jack (optional) USB ports Monitor port Serial port PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port Monitor port (optional) Telephone jack www.gateway.com Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
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...as Europe, the utility power is preset at 60 Hz. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on a television. www.gateway.com 13 Plug the other peripheral device" on your area. In other peripheral device" on your computer is operating in the correct position for...supply should be set to this when your rear right and left speakers into this , the voltage switch should always be moved to 230. Component Icon Power connector Case cover thumbscrews Rear speaker jack (black plug) (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394 ports Parallel port S-Video (...
...as Europe, the utility power is preset at 60 Hz. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on a television. www.gateway.com 13 Plug the other peripheral device" on your area. In other peripheral device" on your computer is operating in the correct position for...supply should be set to this when your rear right and left speakers into this , the voltage switch should always be moved to 230. Component Icon Power connector Case cover thumbscrews Rear speaker jack (black plug) (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394 ports Parallel port S-Video (...
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...audio jacks" on your computer (Default). ■ Stereo out: plug your side left and right speakers into this port. 14 www.gateway.com For information on configuring this jack, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your computer. If the ...scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Plug your center speaker and subwoofer into these ports. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Component Icon Audio input (Line in) jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Headphone/analog speakers jack (green plug) -ORFront speakers jack Microphone ...
...audio jacks" on your computer (Default). ■ Stereo out: plug your side left and right speakers into this port. 14 www.gateway.com For information on configuring this jack, see "Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device" on your computer. If the ...scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Plug your center speaker and subwoofer into these ports. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Component Icon Audio input (Line in) jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Headphone/analog speakers jack (green plug) -ORFront speakers jack Microphone ...
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... some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in Windows to "wake" it up your computer When you turn off your computer, certain components in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Tips & Tricks For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in... Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to turn off your computer, it . 24 www.gateway.com The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and ...
... some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in Windows to "wake" it up your computer When you turn off your computer, certain components in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Tips & Tricks For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in... Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to turn off your computer, it . 24 www.gateway.com The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click Turn Off. Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and ...
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...is added to -date. Type the keyword Windows Update in extremely expensive repairs that you put it running smoothly. When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can always get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to the ...provides you with a tailored selection of updates that helps you can result in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. 42 www.gateway.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: ■ When transporting your computer, we recommend...
...is added to -date. Type the keyword Windows Update in extremely expensive repairs that you put it running smoothly. When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can always get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to the ...provides you with a tailored selection of updates that helps you can result in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. 42 www.gateway.com Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: ■ When transporting your computer, we recommend...
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... computer. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your computer. You may need to drip any components. Always turn the keyboard upside down your computer, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through the vents on...Finish. Do not use it again. If the keyboard does not work after it . 46 www.gateway.com Your computer is cooled by using an aerosol can damage the finish on components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to update your Norton Internet Security ...
... computer. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your computer. You may need to drip any components. Always turn the keyboard upside down your computer, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through the vents on...Finish. Do not use it again. If the keyboard does not work after it . 46 www.gateway.com Your computer is cooled by using an aerosol can damage the finish on components. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to update your Norton Internet Security ...
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...back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. ■ Always hold expansion cards by following ESD guidelines every time you are ready to use them. ... parts, turn off your computer. Warning To avoid exposure to a bare metal part of electric shock, do not insert any surface. 50 www.gateway.com Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer.
...back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. ■ Always hold expansion cards by following ESD guidelines every time you are ready to use them. ... parts, turn off your computer. Warning To avoid exposure to a bare metal part of electric shock, do not insert any surface. 50 www.gateway.com Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer.
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... from your computer. 4 Remove the two thumbscrews from the side panel, then swing the back of the side panel away from the computer. Thumbscrews www.gateway.com 51 Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 50. 2 Shut down your... moving parts, turn off your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to internal components.
... from your computer. 4 Remove the two thumbscrews from the side panel, then swing the back of the side panel away from the computer. Thumbscrews www.gateway.com 51 Removing the side panel To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 50. 2 Shut down your... moving parts, turn off your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to internal components.
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...damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 60 www.gateway.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things ...first: ■ Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing internal components...
...damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in the Search box , then click the arrow. 60 www.gateway.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these things ...first: ■ Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: ■ Power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing internal components...
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... to each computer or network device. 82 www.gateway.com Chapter 7: Networking Your Computer Introduction to obtain a permit and hire a licensed installer. Most home networks are typically built using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components. Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet... speeds. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. To create an Ethernet network, you to Networking An Ethernet network consists of two or more computers connected together through an...
... to each computer or network device. 82 www.gateway.com Chapter 7: Networking Your Computer Introduction to obtain a permit and hire a licensed installer. Most home networks are typically built using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components. Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet... speeds. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. To create an Ethernet network, you to Networking An Ethernet network consists of two or more computers connected together through an...
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Introduction to Networking Example router-based Ethernet network The following is an example of these components. The network is made up of a router, a cable or DSL modem, your computers, and cables connecting each of an Ethernet network. Also connected to ... point router with Ethernet jacks ■ One router ■ One broadband Internet connection (optional) ■ Ethernet cables connecting all of the network equipment www.gateway.com 83 Equipment you need for the network. Attached to the router are all of your wired Ethernet network, connect an access point to the...
Introduction to Networking Example router-based Ethernet network The following is an example of these components. The network is made up of a router, a cable or DSL modem, your computers, and cables connecting each of an Ethernet network. Also connected to ... point router with Ethernet jacks ■ One router ■ One broadband Internet connection (optional) ■ Ethernet cables connecting all of the network equipment www.gateway.com 83 Equipment you need for the network. Attached to the router are all of your wired Ethernet network, connect an access point to the...
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... Control Panel window opens. Chapter 7: Networking Your Computer Important For best results, all Ethernet components should be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: ■ Internet security features - to protect your network running at accessories.gateway.com. The Ethernet device installed in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double...
... Control Panel window opens. Chapter 7: Networking Your Computer Important For best results, all Ethernet components should be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: ■ Internet security features - to protect your network running at accessories.gateway.com. The Ethernet device installed in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click/Double...