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... a power supply. IMPORTANT: Connect devices, such as a printer or scanner, after setting up your computer as easy as possible. You can connect your computer's USB ports. in video (DVI or VGA), otherwise connect to the Ethernet jack and a cable mode, DSL modem, or network jack. 7 Turn on the power ( ) Turn on using your Gateway...
... a power supply. IMPORTANT: Connect devices, such as a printer or scanner, after setting up your computer as easy as possible. You can connect your computer's USB ports. in video (DVI or VGA), otherwise connect to the Ethernet jack and a cable mode, DSL modem, or network jack. 7 Turn on the power ( ) Turn on using your Gateway...
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... back. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with your back straight so your torso or neck. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to stand and stretch your legs. • Avoid...computer. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Sitting at your computer • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your computer during a power failure. Protect your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from repetitive strain • ...
... back. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with your back straight so your torso or neck. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to stand and stretch your legs. • Avoid...computer. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Sitting at your computer • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your computer during a power failure. Protect your computer by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from repetitive strain • ...
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... broadband modem or network Important Your computer may be moved to 230. The power supply should be equipped with a built-in the United States. The power supply, a component built into your computer, provides power to the system board, add-in an environment such as this switch is ...power supply's voltage selection for your location is typically set at the factory, but you set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be set correctly for your location before turning on your computer. To connect to a broadband modem or to a wired Ethernet network. www.gateway...
... broadband modem or network Important Your computer may be moved to 230. The power supply should be equipped with a built-in the United States. The power supply, a component built into your computer, provides power to the system board, add-in an environment such as this switch is ...power supply's voltage selection for your location is typically set at the factory, but you set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be set correctly for your location before turning on your computer. To connect to a broadband modem or to a wired Ethernet network. www.gateway...
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...gateway.com 5 To open your online User Guide. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for several minutes, it may enter a power-saving mode called Sleep. Waking your session and partially shuts down your desktop layout so the next time you restore power... on your computer after it . Turning off your computer Warning When you cannot use the Shut Down option in the power supply and system board remain energized. Important If for files. Although it does not turn your computer completely off, it up your computer ...
...gateway.com 5 To open your online User Guide. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used your computer for several minutes, it may enter a power-saving mode called Sleep. Waking your session and partially shuts down your desktop layout so the next time you restore power... on your computer after it . Turning off your computer Warning When you cannot use the Shut Down option in the power supply and system board remain energized. Important If for files. Although it does not turn your computer completely off, it up your computer ...
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...causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case. Do not lay components on...your computer. • Turn off your computer. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: • Wear a ...
...causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of the power supply. Prevent ESD damage by their edges or their antistatic bags only when you open the computer case. Do not lay components on...your computer. • Turn off your computer. Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. Before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: • Wear a ...
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... expansion card" on page 51. 3 Remove all memory modules by following the directions in "Installing memory" on page 40. 4 Disconnect all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you wrote down in "Replacing the side... CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up (usually the side that secure the power supply to re-connect them later. 5 Remove the four screws that the battery type and model number are etched into), then press the battery into the...
... expansion card" on page 51. 3 Remove all memory modules by following the directions in "Installing memory" on page 40. 4 Disconnect all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you wrote down in "Replacing the side... CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up (usually the side that secure the power supply to re-connect them later. 5 Remove the four screws that the battery type and model number are etched into), then press the battery into the...
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www.gateway.com 6 Remove the eight system board screws. Screws Screws 7 Lift the system board up and out of the case. 8 Align the new system board on ... 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...
www.gateway.com 6 Remove the eight system board screws. Screws Screws 7 Lift the system board up and out of the case. 8 Align the new system board on ... 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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... sure that it is turned on page 34. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC power outlet and that the power outlet is supplying power. • If you followed each instruction. • If an error occurs in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 72 CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting...
... sure that it is turned on page 34. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC power outlet and that the power outlet is supplying power. • If you followed each instruction. • If an error occurs in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 72 CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting...
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..., make sure that it is nearby at the time of this chapter. 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 ...program, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Customer Care: • Make sure that is supplying power. The technician may have you have "how to the instructions provided with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. ...
..., make sure that it is nearby at the time of this chapter. 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 ...program, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Customer Care: • Make sure that is supplying power. The technician may have you have "how to the instructions provided with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. ...
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www.gateway.com Standby/Resume 7 troubleshooting 90 turning off computer 17 turning on computer 16 power button 7 power supply 15 printer installing 32 setting default 91 troubleshooting 91 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 18 opening 23 recovery discs 94, 97 re-installing 93, 94... restarting computer 18 restoring defaults 102 drivers 93, 94 files from Recycle Bin 78 programs 93, 94 software 93, 94 system 93 Windows 93 with Gateway Recovery Center 96 with Windows DVD 103 with Windows System Restore 99 Resume mode 7 right-clicking 23 S S/PDIF out 9 safety avoiding repetitive strain 14 ...
www.gateway.com Standby/Resume 7 troubleshooting 90 turning off computer 17 turning on computer 16 power button 7 power supply 15 printer installing 32 setting default 91 troubleshooting 91 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 18 opening 23 recovery discs 94, 97 re-installing 93, 94... restarting computer 18 restoring defaults 102 drivers 93, 94 files from Recycle Bin 78 programs 93, 94 software 93, 94 system 93 Windows 93 with Gateway Recovery Center 96 with Windows DVD 103 with Windows System Restore 99 Resume mode 7 right-clicking 23 S S/PDIF out 9 safety avoiding repetitive strain 14 ...
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....gateway.com diskette drive 75 display 76 DSL modem 85 DVD drive 73, 76 Ethernet network 77 faxes 88 files 78 general guidelines 72 hard drive 79 Internet connection 79, 87 keyboard 81 LCD panel 76 memory 84 memory card reader 85 monitor 76 mouse 89 network 77, 90 passwords 90 power... Media Center troubleshooting 82 Windows System Restore 93 creating restore point 101 Windows Update 62 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 77 working safely 12 X xD 28 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14 updating Windows 62 UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 32 Z Zip drive 66 127
....gateway.com diskette drive 75 display 76 DSL modem 85 DVD drive 73, 76 Ethernet network 77 faxes 88 files 78 general guidelines 72 hard drive 79 Internet connection 79, 87 keyboard 81 LCD panel 76 memory 84 memory card reader 85 monitor 76 mouse 89 network 77, 90 passwords 90 power... Media Center troubleshooting 82 Windows System Restore 93 creating restore point 101 Windows Update 62 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 77 working safely 12 X xD 28 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14 updating Windows 62 UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 32 Z Zip drive 66 127
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...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 screen of each monitor. 8 To use a projector..., then click Apply. 7 Adjust properties such as an extension 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 is ...size of the primary display, or as Resolution or Color Quality if necessary. www.gateway.com Setting up multiple monitors Important The dialog boxes shown in the Display Settings dialog...
...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 screen of each monitor. 8 To use a projector..., then click Apply. 7 Adjust properties such as an extension 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 is ...size of the primary display, or as Resolution or Color Quality if necessary. www.gateway.com Setting up multiple monitors Important The dialog boxes shown in the Display Settings dialog...