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...information, and tips and tricks about using your Media Center experience by installing updates as they become available. Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information. Windows XP Media Center Edition Guide The Microsoft ... about configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them. When an update is available, ...
...information, and tips and tricks about using your Media Center experience by installing updates as they become available. Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information. Windows XP Media Center Edition Guide The Microsoft ... about configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them. When an update is available, ...
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...port for computer video display. • Quality of video cables-Poor quality or the incorrect type of TV (interlaced or progressive scan), can cause problems and affect the video quality. A poor cable connection can connect the Media Center computer video output to a TV. S-Video-If your TV ...includes a VGA port, connect the VGA cable from Gateway. A: Many factors, such as the display type, quality of the video source, type of display devices, including retail TVs, may provide lower quality...
...port for computer video display. • Quality of video cables-Poor quality or the incorrect type of TV (interlaced or progressive scan), can cause problems and affect the video quality. A poor cable connection can connect the Media Center computer video output to a TV. S-Video-If your TV ...includes a VGA port, connect the VGA cable from Gateway. A: Many factors, such as the display type, quality of the video source, type of display devices, including retail TVs, may provide lower quality...
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... for a topic 6 BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 Gateway contact information 8 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 9 Desktop PC Front 10 Desktop PC Back 12 Identifying your model 15 Gateway model and serial number 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 Finding your specifications 16 ... computer accessories 21 Sitting at your computer 21 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 21 Protecting from power source problems 22 Checking the voltage selection 22 Starting your computer 23 Waking up your computer 24 Turning off your computer 24...
... for a topic 6 BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 Gateway contact information 8 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 9 Desktop PC Front 10 Desktop PC Back 12 Identifying your model 15 Gateway model and serial number 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 Finding your specifications 16 ... computer accessories 21 Sitting at your computer 21 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 21 Protecting from power source problems 22 Checking the voltage selection 22 Starting your computer 23 Waking up your computer 24 Turning off your computer 24...
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... service. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway.com to provide best-of-class service and support in good operating condition. We sincerely hope that you will provide you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with the outstanding quality...
... service. Please read this manual carefully to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway.com to provide best-of-class service and support in good operating condition. We sincerely hope that you will provide you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with the outstanding quality...
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... in the Search box located at the top of any Help and Support screen, then click the arrow button. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you entered in the Search box. These topics are relevant to open BigFix. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ...■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. To learn more about the latest bugs,...
... in the Search box located at the top of any Help and Support screen, then click the arrow button. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you entered in the Search box. These topics are relevant to open BigFix. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ...■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com To start BigFix: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. To learn more about the latest bugs,...
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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Installing peripheral devices 19
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Installing peripheral devices 19
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...modem connection. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is integrated into your computer to set the power supply to 230. 22 www.gateway.com The power supply should be moved to 115V or 230V. In other areas of your computer can enter your computer is set to...modem. Protect your computer during a power failure. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer by connecting them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you set at the factory. The voltage selection for your ...
...modem connection. Checking the voltage selection A power supply is integrated into your computer to set the power supply to 230. 22 www.gateway.com The power supply should be moved to 115V or 230V. In other areas of your computer can enter your computer is set to...modem. Protect your computer during a power failure. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer by connecting them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you set at the factory. The voltage selection for your ...
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To restore your computer to the original configuration: 1 Turn on your computer to restore your computer, then press F11. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. www.gateway.com 49 Restoring your system Restoring your computer to the original configuration If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to the original configuration.
To restore your computer to the original configuration: 1 Turn on your computer to restore your computer, then press F11. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. www.gateway.com 49 Restoring your system Restoring your computer to the original configuration If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to the original configuration.
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 59
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 59
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...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 damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into your computer ■ Your computer was dropped...For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure ...
...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 damaged ■ Liquid has been spilled into your computer ■ Your computer was dropped...For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure ...
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...See "Sound" on page 75. Make sure that the IDE controllers are enabled. ■ Make sure that you have a DVD drive. www.gateway.com 61 Battery See "Power" on page 77. Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by the CD or DVD ...protection software. To identify your drive type, see "Identifying drive types" on page 37. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that you are listed in alphabetical order. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs"...
...See "Sound" on page 75. Make sure that the IDE controllers are enabled. ■ Make sure that you have a DVD drive. www.gateway.com 61 Battery See "Power" on page 77. Occasionally discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by the CD or DVD ...protection software. To identify your drive type, see "Identifying drive types" on page 37. ■ Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that you are listed in alphabetical order. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs"...
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...files from the hard drive. Type the keyword file management in the Search box , then click the arrow. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see a "Data error" message This may need to static electricity or physical shock, you empty the Recycle Bin. ■ Save your hard...defective area on your computer has been subjected to reinstall the operating system. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, then clicking Empty Recycle Bin. If the hard drive is...
...files from the hard drive. Type the keyword file management in the Search box , then click the arrow. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see a "Data error" message This may need to static electricity or physical shock, you empty the Recycle Bin. ■ Save your hard...defective area on your computer has been subjected to reinstall the operating system. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, then clicking Empty Recycle Bin. If the hard drive is...
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OR - Contact your ISP technical support for help. ■ Make sure that you do not have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is having technical difficulties. Connecting to a Web site takes too long Many factors can occur when you have typed a ...; If you are using a dial-up correctly. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: 66 www.gateway.com
OR - Contact your ISP technical support for help. ■ Make sure that you do not have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is having technical difficulties. Connecting to a Web site takes too long Many factors can occur when you have typed a ...; If you are using a dial-up correctly. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting You see an "Unable to locate host" message and are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: 66 www.gateway.com
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...sure that the connectors are free from corrosion and all screws in the wall or telephone wall jack are not using your telephone service. The problem may be with the modem at a slower rate, abort downloads, or even disconnect. Other factors, such as 1). You cannot connect to ...modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. 70 www.gateway.com If reducing the connect speed lets you can upload (send) data is a common problem that can tolerate and still work with a different communications program. You can connect on this line, ...
...sure that the connectors are free from corrosion and all screws in the wall or telephone wall jack are not using your telephone service. The problem may be with the modem at a slower rate, abort downloads, or even disconnect. Other factors, such as 1). You cannot connect to ...modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. 70 www.gateway.com If reducing the connect speed lets you can upload (send) data is a common problem that can tolerate and still work with a different communications program. You can connect on this line, ...
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...click Help and Support. Handshaking is a digital "getting acquainted" conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. www.gateway.com 71 To run modem diagnostics: 1 Close all open or the modem has failed to make sure that the connections have been made ... down and restart your computer. ■ Run Windows modem diagnostics. The modem is noisy when it begins handshaking. You may cause problems with the modem connection. ■ Shut down the modem volume. Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may hear...
...click Help and Support. Handshaking is a digital "getting acquainted" conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols. www.gateway.com 71 To run modem diagnostics: 1 Close all open or the modem has failed to make sure that the connections have been made ... down and restart your computer. ■ Run Windows modem diagnostics. The modem is noisy when it begins handshaking. You may cause problems with the modem connection. ■ Shut down the modem volume. Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may hear...
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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. 78 www.gateway.com The technician may have installed it according to " questions about using a program, see: ■ Online Help ■ ... . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have "how to the instructions provided with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the ...
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. 78 www.gateway.com The technician may have installed it according to " questions about using a program, see: ■ Online Help ■ ... . If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see the manufacturer's documentation and technical support resources. ■ If you have "how to the instructions provided with a detailed description of your problem, including the exact text of any error messages, and the ...
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..., accounting, and warranty TDD Customer Care (for hardware and software www.gateway.com/answers issues. Automated troubleshooting system Service description How to reach Use an automated menu system and your telephone 800-846-2118 keypad to find answers to common problems. (US and Canada) Telephone numbers You can access the following services...
..., accounting, and warranty TDD Customer Care (for hardware and software www.gateway.com/answers issues. Automated troubleshooting system Service description How to reach Use an automated menu system and your telephone 800-846-2118 keypad to find answers to common problems. (US and Canada) Telephone numbers You can access the following services...
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The telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is required for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada. Canada Industry Canada (IC) ...appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada. 98 www.gateway.com The modem is used on telephone company-provided coin service. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is designed to be connected to the telephone network...
The telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is required for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada. Canada Industry Canada (IC) ...appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada. 98 www.gateway.com The modem is used on telephone company-provided coin service. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is designed to be connected to the telephone network...
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... 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 installing 32 laser...
... 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 installing 32 laser...