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... your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into a power supply. When prompted, enter 531 followed by country or region. 4 Connect the modem (optional) Connect the modem cable to change without notice. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. For help while setting up your computer. WARNING...system from image shown. Actual product may vary with options) Your Gateway computer is packed with many powerful features. All other countries. After setting up your computer during electrical storms, unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. You can connect your ...
... your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into a power supply. When prompted, enter 531 followed by country or region. 4 Connect the modem (optional) Connect the modem cable to change without notice. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. For help while setting up your computer. WARNING...system from image shown. Actual product may vary with options) Your Gateway computer is packed with many powerful features. All other countries. After setting up your computer during electrical storms, unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. You can connect your ...
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... to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them to break up the work and shut down your torso or neck. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Sitting at your computer • Avoid...
... to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them to break up the work and shut down your torso or neck. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Sitting at your computer • Avoid...
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www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your computer to a cable or DSL modem or to 230. To connect to a broadband modem or to the correct voltage position. The power supply's voltage selection for your computer, provides power to a broadband modem or network ...computer. The switch is located on your computer to 115V or 230V. The power supply, a component built into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. 15 In the United States, the utility power is typically set correctly for your usage area (such as an opened paper clip...
www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your computer to a cable or DSL modem or to 230. To connect to a broadband modem or to the correct voltage position. The power supply's voltage selection for your computer, provides power to a broadband modem or network ...computer. The switch is located on your computer to 115V or 230V. The power supply, a component built into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. 15 In the United States, the utility power is typically set correctly for your usage area (such as an opened paper clip...
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...in Sleep mode, move the mouse, press a key on using your computer from the wall outlets. www.gateway.com 5 To open your computer to sleep: 1 Click (Start), then click (power). From that menu, you turn off . If your computer after it has been turned completely off or... does turn off your online User Guide. Waking your computer's menus, see the "Customizing" chapter in Sleep mode, the power indicator on your computer is in the power supply and system board remain energized. To put your computer's Start menu, click (Start). Waking up . Turning off your computer...
...in Sleep mode, move the mouse, press a key on using your computer from the wall outlets. www.gateway.com 5 To open your computer to sleep: 1 Click (Start), then click (power). From that menu, you turn off . If your computer after it has been turned completely off or... does turn off your online User Guide. Waking your computer's menus, see the "Customizing" chapter in Sleep mode, the power indicator on your computer is in the power supply and system board remain energized. To put your computer's Start menu, click (Start). Waking up . Turning off your computer...
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...(available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer. • Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD... and moving parts, turn off your computer. • Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. • Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Before opening the case. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of...
...(available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your computer. • Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD... and moving parts, turn off your computer. • Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. • Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Before opening the case. Never slide expansion cards or components over any object into the vent holes of...
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... number are etched into), then press the battery into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Step 3. 15 Save all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.) Tip You... can label each cable with tape to make it easier to re-connect them later. 5 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to your computer, then slide it snaps into the socket until it out of the new battery is facing up (usually the side that the...
... number are etched into), then press the battery into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Step 3. 15 Save all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.) Tip You... can label each cable with tape to make it easier to re-connect them later. 5 Remove the four screws that secure the power supply to your computer, then slide it snaps into the socket until it out of the new battery is facing up (usually the side that the...
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... 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. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 37. 55 www.gateway...
... 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. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 37. 55 www.gateway...
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...the installation procedures you performed and make sure that all connections are secure. • Make sure that the power cord is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was ... before accessing internal components. 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 use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. • If a peripheral device does ...
...the installation procedures you performed and make sure that all connections are secure. • Make sure that the power cord is connected to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was ... before accessing internal components. 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 use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that it is turned on. • If a peripheral device does ...
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...the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see : • Online Help • Printed documentation • The Microsoft Windows documentation • The software publisher's... the steps you have taken. • Make sure that it . If you follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Customer Care: • Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is turned..., serial number, and order number available, along with it is supplying power.
...the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. • If you have you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see : • Online Help • Printed documentation • The Microsoft Windows documentation • The software publisher's... the steps you have taken. • Make sure that it . If you follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Customer Care: • Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is turned..., serial number, and order number available, along with it is supplying power.
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...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 PS/2 port keyboard 8 mouse 9 R RAM... See memory rebooting computer 18 recordable drive 7 recording audio files 27 optical discs 27 recovering defaults 102 drivers 93, 94 programs 93, 94 software 93, 94 system 93 Windows 93 with Gateway Recovery Center 96 with Windows DVD 103 with...
...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 PS/2 port keyboard 8 mouse 9 R RAM... See memory rebooting computer 18 recordable drive 7 recording audio files 27 optical discs 27 recovering defaults 102 drivers 93, 94 programs 93, 94 software 93, 94 system 93 Windows 93 with Gateway Recovery Center 96 with Windows DVD 103 with...
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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
8512779 - Gateway Computer User Guide (for computers with Windows Vista)
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...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 ➧ Personalize ➧ Display Settings. 6 Right... on your computer. You may not represent the screens on your computer. www.gateway.com Setting up multiple monitors Important The dialog boxes shown in the Display Settings dialog...identify your computer. Use the additional desktop space to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the...
...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 ➧ Personalize ➧ Display Settings. 6 Right... on your computer. You may not represent the screens on your computer. www.gateway.com Setting up multiple monitors Important The dialog boxes shown in the Display Settings dialog...identify your computer. Use the additional desktop space to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the...