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... back of your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into a power supply. CONTACT HELP. FOR EXTRA HELP... CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. You can connect your telephone to the telephone jack. 6 Connect the power cord Connect the power cable to the computer, then plug it . WARNING: To protect... your system from image shown. SETTING UP YOUR GATEWAY COMPUTER FRONT (may vary with options) BACK (may vary from power fluctuations, use a Customer Care information surge protector. Trademarks used herein are trademarks or registered ...
... back of your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into a power supply. CONTACT HELP. FOR EXTRA HELP... CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. You can connect your telephone to the telephone jack. 6 Connect the power cord Connect the power cable to the computer, then plug it . WARNING: To protect... your system from image shown. SETTING UP YOUR GATEWAY COMPUTER FRONT (may vary with options) BACK (may vary from power fluctuations, use a Customer Care information surge protector. Trademarks used herein are trademarks or registered ...
8511856 - Gateway User Guide (for desktop computers with Windows Vista)
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... section are for demonstrative purposes only and may need to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the driver...port on your computer, see the setup poster or your Reference Guide. 3 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into the secondary monitor port on the desktop, click Personalize, then click Display Settings. 6 Right-click...your computer. The Display Settings dialog box opens. www.gateway.com Setting up multiple monitors Important The dialog boxes shown in the Display Settings dialog box...
... section are for demonstrative purposes only and may need to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the driver...port on your computer, see the setup poster or your Reference Guide. 3 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into the secondary monitor port on the desktop, click Personalize, then click Display Settings. 6 Right-click...your computer. The Display Settings dialog box opens. www.gateway.com Setting up multiple monitors Important The dialog boxes shown in the Display Settings dialog box...
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... through both the surge protector and the modem. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Make sure that has an antenna/cable TV jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule ...shut down your computer can enter your computer by connecting them to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you type. •...
... through both the surge protector and the modem. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Make sure that has an antenna/cable TV jack. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule ...shut down your computer can enter your computer by connecting them to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you type. •...
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...in the United States. The power supply, a component built into your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. Use the power selection switch on your computer. www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection ...Caution If you can change it to match the electrical service available in your usage area (such as while in another country). The power supply's voltage selection for your ...
...in the United States. The power supply, a component built into your computer's power cable. 2 Use a tool such as an opened paper clip to slide the voltage selection switch to the correct voltage position. Use the power selection switch on your computer. www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection ...Caution If you can change it to match the electrical service available in your usage area (such as while in another country). The power supply's voltage selection for your ...
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...Important If for some reason you cannot use the Shut Down option in the power supply and system board remain energized. Putting your computer into Sleep mode is much faster than turning on the keyboard ... it does not turn your computer completely off, it does turn off or slow down to save power. 2 To "wake" your computer from the wall outlets. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started... computer, certain components in Windows to turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. The computer saves your session and partially shuts down ...
...Important If for some reason you cannot use the Shut Down option in the power supply and system board remain energized. Putting your computer into Sleep mode is much faster than turning on the keyboard ... it does not turn your computer completely off, it does turn off or slow down to save power. 2 To "wake" your computer from the wall outlets. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started... computer, certain components in Windows to turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. The computer saves your session and partially shuts down ...
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...grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of the computer. • Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such ...hold expansion cards by following ESD guidelines every time you are ready to use them. The components inside of the power supply. CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn ...
...grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of the computer. • Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such ...hold expansion cards by following ESD guidelines every time you are ready to use them. The components inside of the power supply. CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn ...
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...case, then secure it out of your computer, then slide it into the case with the screws. 51 www.gateway.com Replacing the system board To replace the system board: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in...memory" on the screw holes in "Adding or replacing an expansion card" on page 47. 3 Remove all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install... to re-connect them later. 5 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to your computer. 6 Remove the seven system board screws.
...case, then secure it out of your computer, then slide it into the case with the screws. 51 www.gateway.com Replacing the system board To replace the system board: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in...memory" on the screw holes in "Adding or replacing an expansion card" on page 47. 3 Remove all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install... to re-connect them later. 5 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to your computer. 6 Remove the seven system board screws.
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... into the new system board by following the directions in the same procedure. 10 Slide the power supply back into the case, then install the 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...
... into the new system board by following the directions in the same procedure. 10 Slide the power supply back into the case, then install the 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...
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...and contact a qualified computer technician. Your computer was damaged Instead, unplug your computer - The case was dropped - The message may help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. 70 First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: Warning ...turned on. • If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that the AC outlet is supplying power. • If you are connected. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that all connections...
...and contact a qualified computer technician. Your computer was damaged Instead, unplug your computer - The case was dropped - The message may help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. 70 First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: Warning ...turned on. • If a peripheral device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that the AC outlet is supplying power. • If you are connected. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC outlet and that all connections...
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...; Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number available, along with it. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see : • Online Help • Printed documentation • The Microsoft Windows documentation • The software publisher's Web site •...follow troubleshooting steps. The case was dropped - Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. www.gateway.com • Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to troubleshoot your computer problem if: - If you use a surge protector...
...; Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number available, along with it. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see : • Online Help • Printed documentation • The Microsoft Windows documentation • The software publisher's Web site •...follow troubleshooting steps. The case was dropped - Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. www.gateway.com • Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to troubleshoot your computer problem if: - If you use a surge protector...
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www.gateway.com Web site connection speed 78 Windows Media Center 79 turning off computer 7, 18, 19 turning on computer 7, 17 tutoring fee-based 104 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14 updating Windows 58 UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 28 V volume adjusting 25 adjusting modem 86 controls 25 muting 25 troubleshooting 90 W Windows key 21, 22 Windows Media Center troubleshooting 79 Windows Product Key Code 3 Windows Update 58 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 74 working safely 12 Z Zip drive 63 Zip drive port 9 123
www.gateway.com Web site connection speed 78 Windows Media Center 79 turning off computer 7, 18, 19 turning on computer 7, 17 tutoring fee-based 104 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14 updating Windows 58 UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 28 V volume adjusting 25 adjusting modem 86 controls 25 muting 25 troubleshooting 90 W Windows key 21, 22 Windows Media Center troubleshooting 79 Windows Product Key Code 3 Windows Update 58 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 74 working safely 12 Z Zip drive 63 Zip drive port 9 123
8512417 - Gateway Setup Guide
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...Ethernet jack and a cable mode, DSL modem, or network jack. 7 Turn on the power ( ) Turn on your Gateway computer, see the User Guide or Reference Guide that came with many powerful features. Follow the Windows setup screen instructions. If you need help and information about using... options) Your Gateway computer is packed with it ® into one of Gateway, Inc. Product specifications subject to Integrated video (VGA). 3 Connect the speakers* (optional) 1 Plug the audio cable into the back of your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into a power supply. IMPORTANT: Connect...
...Ethernet jack and a cable mode, DSL modem, or network jack. 7 Turn on the power ( ) Turn on your Gateway computer, see the User Guide or Reference Guide that came with many powerful features. Follow the Windows setup screen instructions. If you need help and information about using... options) Your Gateway computer is packed with it ® into one of Gateway, Inc. Product specifications subject to Integrated video (VGA). 3 Connect the speakers* (optional) 1 Plug the audio cable into the back of your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into a power supply. IMPORTANT: Connect...