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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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... operate in use. The power indicator lights when the computer is color-coded orange. You can also configure the power button to turn the power on page 37. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into the memory card reader. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into these ports. For more information about your drive type and for more information, see "Installing...
... operate in use. The power indicator lights when the computer is color-coded orange. You can also configure the power button to turn the power on page 37. This drive may be a CD, recordable CD, DVD, or recordable DVD drive. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into the memory card reader. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into these ports. For more information about your drive type and for more information, see "Installing...
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....gateway.com 13 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 the power cord into an S-Video jack on a television. Plug the other peripheral device" on page 30. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. For more information, see "Configuring the audio...
....gateway.com 13 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 the power cord into an S-Video jack on a television. Plug the other peripheral device" on page 30. Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as Europe, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at 60 Hz. For more information, see "Configuring the audio...
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...-abrasive surface. 7 Locate the old battery on its orientation. www.gateway.com 57 Use a battery of the BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down all the values in "Removing the side panel" on page 51. 6 For more stability, place your computer on the system board and note its side. You will need to install the new battery the same way. Warning Danger of used batteries following the instructions in the...
...-abrasive surface. 7 Locate the old battery on its orientation. www.gateway.com 57 Use a battery of the BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down all the values in "Removing the side panel" on page 51. 6 For more stability, place your computer on the system board and note its side. You will need to install the new battery the same way. Warning Danger of used batteries following the instructions in the...
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... have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start...
... have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. ■ Make sure that your hard drive is not full. ■ If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start...
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....gateway.com If you have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. Double-check the URL or try a different URL. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 68. Contact your ISP technical support for help. ■ Make sure that the modem cable is set up modem, make sure that you still get the error...
....gateway.com If you have a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. Double-check the URL or try a different URL. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 68. Contact your ISP technical support for help. ■ Make sure that the modem cable is set up modem, make sure that you still get the error...
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... www.gateway.com Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do not appear in the Search box , then click the arrow. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message Close all programs, then restart your computer. 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...
... www.gateway.com Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do not appear in the Search box , then click the arrow. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Not enough memory" error message Close all programs, then restart your computer. 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...
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... Control Panel window opens. The Modem Properties dialog box opens. 5 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. www.gateway.com 71 If your Control Panel is available, a white screen appears with the modem connection. ■ Shut down the modem volume. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open programs. 2 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If information about modem troubleshooting...
... Control Panel window opens. The Modem Properties dialog box opens. 5 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. www.gateway.com 71 If your Control Panel is available, a white screen appears with the modem connection. ■ Shut down the modem volume. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open programs. 2 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If information about modem troubleshooting...
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... is turned off, then retype the password. 74 www.gateway.com Networks You cannot connect to make sure that the mouse port works. Help and Support For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Passwords Your computer does not accept your password Make sure that the optical sensor is clean and free of debris. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Mouse The mouse does not work ■ Make sure that the mouse cable is plugged in...
... is turned off, then retype the password. 74 www.gateway.com Networks You cannot connect to make sure that the mouse port works. Help and Support For more information about network troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Passwords Your computer does not accept your password Make sure that the optical sensor is clean and free of debris. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Mouse The mouse does not work ■ Make sure that the mouse cable is plugged in...
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..." error message After adding paper, make sure that the printer is not set to work offline. If the menu shows a check mark next to Use Printer Offline, click Use Printer Offline to press after adding paper. 76 www.gateway.com The Control Panel window opens. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Reinstall the printer driver. If your printer for adding additional memory. Help and Support For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then...
..." error message After adding paper, make sure that the printer is not set to work offline. If the menu shows a check mark next to Use Printer Offline, click Use Printer Offline to press after adding paper. 76 www.gateway.com The Control Panel window opens. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting ■ Reinstall the printer driver. If your printer for adding additional memory. Help and Support For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then...
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To create an Ethernet network, you to each computer or network device. 82 www.gateway.com Most home networks are typically built using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components. Standard Ethernet runs at 10 Mbps, Fast Ethernet runs at 100 Mbps, and Gigabit Ethernet runs at three different speeds. Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your home or office. Your municipality may require you or...
To create an Ethernet network, you to each computer or network device. 82 www.gateway.com Most home networks are typically built using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components. Standard Ethernet runs at 10 Mbps, Fast Ethernet runs at 100 Mbps, and Gigabit Ethernet runs at three different speeds. Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your home or office. Your municipality may require you or...
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... of the cable into the Ethernet jack on the computer. Chapter 7: Networking Your Computer To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on the router and the other brand or model of the computers connected to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection through network cable into any other end into the AC connector on your computers. 3 Plug one of...
... of the cable into the Ethernet jack on the computer. Chapter 7: Networking Your Computer To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on the router and the other brand or model of the computers connected to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection through network cable into any other end into the AC connector on your computers. 3 Plug one of...
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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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... user guide. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. For more information, see your user guide. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into the memory card reader. www.gateway.com Front 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 Description Use this drive to listen to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button to operate...
... user guide. Plug a USB (Universal Serial Bus) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this jack. For more information, see your user guide. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into the memory card reader. www.gateway.com Front 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 Description Use this drive to listen to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button to operate...
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... user guide. Before turning on your hard drive. For information on your computer, make sure that this switch is in the correct position for one of the cable into this , the voltage switch should always be moved to this port. For more information, see your model. Component Icon Power connector Case cover thumbscrews Audio input (Line in) jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) Description Plug the power...
... user guide. Before turning on your hard drive. For information on your computer, make sure that this switch is in the correct position for one of the cable into this , the voltage switch should always be moved to this port. For more information, see your model. Component Icon Power connector Case cover thumbscrews Audio input (Line in) jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) Description Plug the power...
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... BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down all the values in the General tab. If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in Category view). Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer. 2 During the restart, press and hold the F1 key...
... BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Write down all the values in the General tab. If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in Category view). Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer. 2 During the restart, press and hold the F1 key...
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... drive. For the location of the screws, see the photo in Step 3. 15 Save all external cables and the power cord. 12 Turn on your computer. 13 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any jumper settings on the old drive and set the jumper on the new drive to be the same. 19 www.gateway.com Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery...
... drive. For the location of the screws, see the photo in Step 3. 15 Save all external cables and the power cord. 12 Turn on your computer. 13 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any jumper settings on the old drive and set the jumper on the new drive to be the same. 19 www.gateway.com Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery...
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... jack 10 M memory adding 17 installing 17 replacing 17 memory card reader locating 6 replacing 20 microphone jack 7, 10 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 mirroring 39 modem jack 10, 11 monitor port 11 mouse PS/2 port 10 USB port 7, 11 N network jack 10 O opening computer case 14 front bezel 15 P parallel port 10 ports See connections power button 7 connector 10 Hibernate mode 7 indicator 7 Standby/Resume 7 power button 7 power supply replacing 27 printer parallel port 10 USB port 7, 11 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 10 46 R RAID 38 creating a volume...
... jack 10 M memory adding 17 installing 17 replacing 17 memory card reader locating 6 replacing 20 microphone jack 7, 10 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 mirroring 39 modem jack 10, 11 monitor port 11 mouse PS/2 port 10 USB port 7, 11 N network jack 10 O opening computer case 14 front bezel 15 P parallel port 10 ports See connections power button 7 connector 10 Hibernate mode 7 indicator 7 Standby/Resume 7 power button 7 power supply replacing 27 printer parallel port 10 USB port 7, 11 PS/2 port keyboard 11 mouse 10 46 R RAID 38 creating a volume...