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... and drivers 48 Restoring your computer to the original configuration 49 Preventing static electricity discharge 50 Opening the case 51 Removing the side panel 51 Removing the front bezel 52 Closing the case 53 Replacing the side panel 53 Replacing the front bezel 54 Installing memory 55 Replacing the system battery 57 6 Troubleshooting 59 Safety guidelines 60 First steps 60 Troubleshooting 61 Add-in cards 61 Audio 61 Battery 61 CD or DVD drives...
... and drivers 48 Restoring your computer to the original configuration 49 Preventing static electricity discharge 50 Opening the case 51 Removing the side panel 51 Removing the front bezel 52 Closing the case 53 Replacing the side panel 53 Replacing the front bezel 54 Installing memory 55 Replacing the system battery 57 6 Troubleshooting 59 Safety guidelines 60 First steps 60 Troubleshooting 61 Add-in cards 61 Audio 61 Battery 61 CD or DVD drives...
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... management 64 Hard drive 65 Internet 66 Keyboard 67 Memory 68 Memory card reader 68 Modem (dial-up 68 Monitor 72 Mouse 74 Networks 74 Passwords 74 Power 75 Printer 75 Sound 77 Telephone support 78 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 78 Telephone numbers 79 Self-help 80 Tutoring 80 Training 80 7 Networking Your Computer 81 Introduction to Networking 82 Using a router 82 Creating an Ethernet network 84 Installing Ethernet cards and drivers 84 Making sure your broadband connection works...
... management 64 Hard drive 65 Internet 66 Keyboard 67 Memory 68 Memory card reader 68 Modem (dial-up 68 Monitor 72 Mouse 74 Networks 74 Passwords 74 Power 75 Printer 75 Sound 77 Telephone support 78 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 78 Telephone numbers 79 Self-help 80 Tutoring 80 Training 80 7 Networking Your Computer 81 Introduction to Networking 82 Using a router 82 Creating an Ethernet network 84 Installing Ethernet cards and drivers 84 Making sure your broadband connection works...
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You can also configure the power button to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on page 32. Plug a microphone into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Component Icon DVD/CD drive USB ports (optional) Diskette drive (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button and power indicator Hard drive indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Desktop PC Front Description Use this drive to listen to operate in use. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such...
You can also configure the power button to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on page 32. Plug a microphone into one of these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Component Icon DVD/CD drive USB ports (optional) Diskette drive (optional) Memory card reader (optional) Power button and power indicator Hard drive indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Desktop PC Front Description Use this drive to listen to operate in use. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such...
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... guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Plug a standard S-Video cable into this jack. The power supply should be set to 230. If your computer is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for a broadband Internet connection) into this optional jack. Component Icon Power connector Case cover thumbscrews Rear speaker jack (black plug) (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394 ports Parallel port S-Video (TV) out jack (optional) Modem jack Voltage switch Desktop PC Back Description Plug...
... guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Plug a standard S-Video cable into this jack. The power supply should be set to 230. If your computer is supplied at 230 volts at the factory with the correct voltage for a broadband Internet connection) into this optional jack. Component Icon Power connector Case cover thumbscrews Rear speaker jack (black plug) (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394 ports Parallel port S-Video (TV) out jack (optional) Modem jack Voltage switch Desktop PC Back Description Plug...
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... incorrectly replaced. Warning Danger of used batteries following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 51. 6 For more stability, place your computer on the system board and note its side. www.gateway.com 57 You will need to install the new battery the same way. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 7 Locate the old battery...
... incorrectly replaced. Warning Danger of used batteries following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 51. 6 For more stability, place your computer on the system board and note its side. www.gateway.com 57 You will need to install the new battery the same way. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 7 Locate the old battery...
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... the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that all connections are secure. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is turned on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that you are damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into your computer ■ Your computer was dropped ■ The case...
... the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that all connections are secure. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is turned on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that you are damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into your computer ■ Your computer was dropped ■ The case...
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... technical difficulties. If you are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: 66 www.gateway.com See "Desktop PC Back" on page 12 to make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. You cannot connect to the Internet ■ If you still get the error, your browser, then reconnect and open...
... technical difficulties. If you are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: 66 www.gateway.com See "Desktop PC Back" on page 12 to make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. You cannot connect to the Internet ■ If you still get the error, your browser, then reconnect and open...
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You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is failing. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your computer. Modem (dial-up) See also "Internet" on page 66. 68 www.gateway.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message Close all programs, then restart your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do...
You see a "Memory error" message ■ Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is failing. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your computer. Modem (dial-up) See also "Internet" on page 66. 68 www.gateway.com Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message Close all programs, then restart your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do...
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... working and plugged into the appropriate port on the telephone, or another modem is in use (for example, someone is on your computer. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is a digital "getting acquainted" conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open programs. 2 Click Start...
... working and plugged into the appropriate port on the telephone, or another modem is in use (for example, someone is on your computer. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is a digital "getting acquainted" conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open programs. 2 Click Start...
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... computer display or becomes difficult to your company network Every network is turned off, then retype the password. 74 www.gateway.com Clean the mouse by wiping the bottom with a clean, damp cloth. Passwords Your computer does not accept your password Make sure that the optical sensor is working to make sure that the mouse port works. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Mouse The mouse does not work ■ Make sure that the mouse cable is plugged...
... computer display or becomes difficult to your company network Every network is turned off, then retype the password. 74 www.gateway.com Clean the mouse by wiping the bottom with a clean, damp cloth. Passwords Your computer does not accept your password Make sure that the optical sensor is working to make sure that the mouse port works. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Mouse The mouse does not work ■ Make sure that the mouse cable is plugged...
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... troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Reinstall the printer driver. You see a "Printer is out of the printer you may want to the printer. See the printer documentation for instructions for instructions on installing the printer driver. If your printer for adding additional memory. See the guide that you need to clear the check mark. The Printers and Faxes window opens...
... troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Reinstall the printer driver. You see a "Printer is out of the printer you may want to the printer. See the printer documentation for instructions for instructions on installing the printer driver. If your printer for adding additional memory. See the guide that you need to clear the check mark. The Printers and Faxes window opens...
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... way to each computer or network device. 82 www.gateway.com Most home networks are typically built using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components. Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in the home. A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to set up an Ethernet network is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. Your municipality may require...
... way to each computer or network device. 82 www.gateway.com Most home networks are typically built using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components. Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in the home. A DHCP network configuration uses a router to automatically assign IP addresses to set up an Ethernet network is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. Your municipality may require...
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... a straight-through network cable into any other end into the network connector on the computer. For these instructions, we assume that you are using the router to connect your network to the router, the corresponding green indicator should light on the network. 5 For an Internet connection, plug a straight-through an Internet service provider (ISP) and that you are configuring it as a DHCP server. For any numbered port on the...
... a straight-through network cable into any other end into the network connector on the computer. For these instructions, we assume that you are using the router to connect your network to the router, the corresponding green indicator should light on the network. 5 For an Internet connection, plug a straight-through an Internet service provider (ISP) and that you are configuring it as a DHCP server. For any numbered port on the...
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... buttons 26 B battery replacing 57 bezel removing 52 replacing 54 broadband connection 31, 85 connecting 13 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 31, 83, 89 connecting 13 Caps Lock indicator 27 cards inserting memory card 36 installing memory card 36 removing memory card 36 slots 35 troubleshooting add-in card 61 troubleshooting memory card 68 types of memory cards supported 35 case closing 53 opening 51 CD cleaning 47 inserting 38 playing audio 39 recording 39 troubleshooting 61 CD drive identifying 37 locating drive 11 troubleshooting 61 cellular phone memory cards...
... buttons 26 B battery replacing 57 bezel removing 52 replacing 54 broadband connection 31, 85 connecting 13 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 31, 83, 89 connecting 13 Caps Lock indicator 27 cards inserting memory card 36 installing memory card 36 removing memory card 36 slots 35 troubleshooting add-in card 61 troubleshooting memory card 68 types of memory cards supported 35 case closing 53 opening 51 CD cleaning 47 inserting 38 playing audio 39 recording 39 troubleshooting 61 CD drive identifying 37 locating drive 11 troubleshooting 61 cellular phone memory cards...
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... camera locating serial port 14 locating USB port 11, 14 digital video camera locating IEEE 1394 port 11, 13 DIMM See memory directional keys 27 diskette drive 34 troubleshooting 63 diskette drive identifying 34 troubleshooting 63 using 34 display troubleshooting 64 documentation Gateway Web site 3 help 5 Help and Support 5 online help 7 Using Your Computer 7 domain name 91 double-clicking 29 dragging 29 drivers updating 3 drives CD 11, 37 diskette 34 DVD 11, 37 identifying drive types 37...
... camera locating serial port 14 locating USB port 11, 14 digital video camera locating IEEE 1394 port 11, 13 DIMM See memory directional keys 27 diskette drive 34 troubleshooting 63 diskette drive identifying 34 troubleshooting 63 using 34 display troubleshooting 64 documentation Gateway Web site 3 help 5 Help and Support 5 online help 7 Using Your Computer 7 domain name 91 double-clicking 29 dragging 29 drivers updating 3 drives CD 11, 37 diskette 34 DVD 11, 37 identifying drive types 37...
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... screen 47 cleaning keyboard 46 cleaning mouse 47 protecting from viruses 43 memory adding 55 installing 55 purchasing 16 replacing 55 troubleshooting 68 memory card reader locating 10 memory card types supported 35 using 35 microphone jack 11, 14 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 model number 15 modem cable 31, 83, 89 connecting 31 DSL 31, 83, 89 jack 13, 31 protecting from power surge 22 troubleshooting 68 monitor cleaning 47 port 14 troubleshooting 72 www.gateway...
... screen 47 cleaning keyboard 46 cleaning mouse 47 protecting from viruses 43 memory adding 55 installing 55 purchasing 16 replacing 55 troubleshooting 68 memory card reader locating 10 memory card types supported 35 using 35 microphone jack 11, 14 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 model number 15 modem cable 31, 83, 89 connecting 31 DSL 31, 83, 89 jack 13, 31 protecting from power surge 22 troubleshooting 68 monitor cleaning 47 port 14 troubleshooting 72 www.gateway...
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... Lock indicator 27 parallel port 13 password 74 PDA memory cards 35 peripheral devices 32 playing audio CD 39 DVD 39 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 32 USB support for 32 pointer 28 moving 29 ports See connections power button 11 connector 13 Hibernate mode 11 indicator 11 source problems 22 Standby/Resume 11 troubleshooting 75 turning off computer 24 turning on computer 23 power button 11 printer default 75 inkjet 16...
... Lock indicator 27 parallel port 13 password 74 PDA memory cards 35 peripheral devices 32 playing audio CD 39 DVD 39 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 32 USB support for 32 pointer 28 moving 29 ports See connections power button 11 connector 13 Hibernate mode 11 indicator 11 source problems 22 Standby/Resume 11 troubleshooting 75 turning off computer 24 turning on computer 23 power button 11 printer default 75 inkjet 16...
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... startup 63 diskette drive 63 display 64 DVD drive 61, 64 DVD/CD drive 61, 64 Ethernet network 93 faxes 70 files 64 general guidelines 60 hard drive 65 Internet connection 66, 70 keyboard 67 LCD panel 64, 72 memory 68 memory card reader 68 modem 68 monitor 72 mouse 74 network 74 passwords 74 power 75 printer 75 safety guidelines 60 screen 64, 72 screen area 72 screen resolution 72 technical support 78 telephone support 78 Web site connection speed 66 turning...
... startup 63 diskette drive 63 display 64 DVD drive 61, 64 DVD/CD drive 61, 64 Ethernet network 93 faxes 70 files 64 general guidelines 60 hard drive 65 Internet connection 66, 70 keyboard 67 LCD panel 64, 72 memory 68 memory card reader 68 modem 68 monitor 72 mouse 74 network 74 passwords 74 power 75 printer 75 safety guidelines 60 screen 64, 72 screen area 72 screen resolution 72 technical support 78 telephone support 78 Web site connection speed 66 turning...
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... (optional) 5 Connect your network (optional) 6 Plug in the monitor and computer To protect your system from power fluctuations, use a surge protector. 7 Connect the speakers (optional) Follow the instructions provided inside the speaker box. 8 Turn on your model) If available, connect to Add-in video Integrated video otherwise 4 Connect the dial-up your computer, go to Integrated video. Setting up your Gateway computer 1 Connect the mouse If you have a wireless mouse, follow the Wireless Keyboard Setup Guide that came with the mouse. 2 Connect the keyboard...
... (optional) 5 Connect your network (optional) 6 Plug in the monitor and computer To protect your system from power fluctuations, use a surge protector. 7 Connect the speakers (optional) Follow the instructions provided inside the speaker box. 8 Turn on your model) If available, connect to Add-in video Integrated video otherwise 4 Connect the dial-up your computer, go to Integrated video. Setting up your Gateway computer 1 Connect the mouse If you have a wireless mouse, follow the Wireless Keyboard Setup Guide that came with the mouse. 2 Connect the keyboard...
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...(optional) Media card reader (optional) Power button/power indicator Hard drive indicator USB ports (optional) IEEE 1394/FireWire™/i.Link™ ports (optional) Back Power connector Case cover thumbscrew Rear speaker jack (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394/FireWire™/i.Link™ ports (optional) Parallel port S-Video jack (optional) TV Tuner (optional) Telephone jack Case cover thumbscrew Voltage switch Audio in the U.S. Gateway is packed with many powerful features. For more information about common issues, visit our Internet Support Site at support.gateway...
...(optional) Media card reader (optional) Power button/power indicator Hard drive indicator USB ports (optional) IEEE 1394/FireWire™/i.Link™ ports (optional) Back Power connector Case cover thumbscrew Rear speaker jack (optional) Ethernet (network) jack IEEE 1394/FireWire™/i.Link™ ports (optional) Parallel port S-Video jack (optional) TV Tuner (optional) Telephone jack Case cover thumbscrew Voltage switch Audio in the U.S. Gateway is packed with many powerful features. For more information about common issues, visit our Internet Support Site at support.gateway...