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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 Windows XP Media Center .... When an update is available, Windows will automatically prompt you to the Microsoft Media Center Web site at microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/ and the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/. 7 Web site You can get the latest FAQs, information, and tips and tricks about using your Media Center experience by...
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 Windows XP Media Center .... When an update is available, Windows will automatically prompt you to the Microsoft Media Center Web site at microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/ and the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/. 7 Web site You can get the latest FAQs, information, and tips and tricks about using your Media Center experience by...
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...TV) cables. Note: Your computer's ports may vary. 1 Connect an S-Video cable (not included) from the computer. Select the connector that your Gateway computer user guide. A direct cable connection, cable set-top box, or satellite set -top box, or an antenna) to your computer are both carried... on the back of your computer. - For more information about correct grounding, see your video source supports: • S-Video-S-Video signals provide the sharpest picture. Use high quality video cables to connect the video source to the Media Center computer...
...TV) cables. Note: Your computer's ports may vary. 1 Connect an S-Video cable (not included) from the computer. Select the connector that your Gateway computer user guide. A direct cable connection, cable set-top box, or satellite set -top box, or an antenna) to your computer are both carried... on the back of your computer. - For more information about correct grounding, see your video source supports: • S-Video-S-Video signals provide the sharpest picture. Use high quality video cables to connect the video source to the Media Center computer...
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... resolution to bottom, without the odd/even interlacing. For a better picture on page 27 for computer video display. See Windows Help & Support for your display device was purchased with one at a time, sequentially from top to display the picture on your TV... drawn sequentially from a VGA (monitor) port or an S-Video port. The display quality for viewing and using the Media Center computer functions. See "Contacting Gateway" on a TV display, you select a display device that is also brighter and easier on the screen, a standard interlaced analog television will produce a lower...
... resolution to bottom, without the odd/even interlacing. For a better picture on page 27 for computer video display. See Windows Help & Support for your display device was purchased with one at a time, sequentially from top to display the picture on your TV... drawn sequentially from a VGA (monitor) port or an S-Video port. The display quality for viewing and using the Media Center computer functions. See "Contacting Gateway" on a TV display, you select a display device that is also brighter and easier on the screen, a standard interlaced analog television will produce a lower...
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See your computer to the sound system. Use your computer and sound system's setup posters and other documentation to an existing home stereo or home theater Your Media Center computer includes audio jacks that support a 7.1 Surround Sound audio system. Connecting the computer to connect your computer and sound system's documentation for connection instructions. Analog audio jacks. The sound system setup varies, depending on your sound system's audio inputs. Note: Your computer's jacks may vary. 13
See your computer to the sound system. Use your computer and sound system's setup posters and other documentation to an existing home stereo or home theater Your Media Center computer includes audio jacks that support a 7.1 Surround Sound audio system. Connecting the computer to connect your computer and sound system's documentation for connection instructions. Analog audio jacks. The sound system setup varies, depending on your sound system's audio inputs. Note: Your computer's jacks may vary. 13
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...: Cable connections must be purchased from the Gateway Accessory Store. Media Center FAQs Following are not covered in this section, go to the Gateway support Web Site at support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/. The video displayed from Gateway. S-Video display quality is not as good... as VGA output. The display quality for the best quality. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables ...
...: Cable connections must be purchased from the Gateway Accessory Store. Media Center FAQs Following are not covered in this section, go to the Gateway support Web Site at support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/. The video displayed from Gateway. S-Video display quality is not as good... as VGA output. The display quality for the best quality. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables ...
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... displays the entire picture, drawn sequentially from top to bottom, then it fills in a fuller, sharper picture and better display quality for the Gateway 42-inch Plasma TV. A: Your Media Center computer detects whether you are using . Some small display devices do I configure my Media Center... of the video image with one pass of sequential scan lines. The TV screen first displays the video image odd lines one at : support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/ 23 For more information about changing the screen resolution. • Size of display device you may shift, scramble,...
... displays the entire picture, drawn sequentially from top to bottom, then it fills in a fuller, sharper picture and better display quality for the Gateway 42-inch Plasma TV. A: Your Media Center computer detects whether you are using . Some small display devices do I configure my Media Center... of the video image with one pass of sequential scan lines. The TV screen first displays the video image odd lines one at : support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/ 23 For more information about changing the screen resolution. • Size of display device you may shift, scramble,...
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A: You must also have Windows XP with my Media Center computer to update the Program Guide? For more information review the FAQ topic at: support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/ Q: Can I burn programs that were recorded with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. A: Yes, a .DVR-...
A: You must also have Windows XP with my Media Center computer to update the Program Guide? For more information review the FAQ topic at: support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/ Q: Can I burn programs that were recorded with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. A: Yes, a .DVR-...
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... in the Search box located at the top of your Gateway Media Center computer. 1 To start the search. Help and Support opens. 2 Click a topic link. - Using Help and Support Your Media Center computer also includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of help you quickly discover and ...use the many features of any Help and Support screen, then click the arrow button...
... in the Search box located at the top of your Gateway Media Center computer. 1 To start the search. Help and Support opens. 2 Click a topic link. - Using Help and Support Your Media Center computer also includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of help you quickly discover and ...use the many features of any Help and Support screen, then click the arrow button...
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Contacting Gateway For Gateway contact information, see your computer's User Guide or the system label. TOTeencclhhinSSeuusppupppooprrottrHPt:hoounrse:: ((UCa.Sn.)ada) 9004394 Online support: Tech Support Phone: (U.S.) (Canada) Tech Support Hours: 9004394 27 Note: Your computer may vary from the illustration.
Contacting Gateway For Gateway contact information, see your computer's User Guide or the system label. TOTeencclhhinSSeuusppupppooprrottrHPt:hoounrse:: ((UCa.Sn.)ada) 9004394 Online support: Tech Support Phone: (U.S.) (Canada) Tech Support Hours: 9004394 27 Note: Your computer may vary from the illustration.
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Contents 1 Getting Help 1 Gateway Web site 3 Using Support 3 Help and Support 5 Searching 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 Accessories... dial-up modem 31 Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 32 www.gateway.com i
Contents 1 Getting Help 1 Gateway Web site 3 Using Support 3 Help and Support 5 Searching 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 Accessories... dial-up modem 31 Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 32 www.gateway.com i
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... 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... Ethernet network 88 Configuring your router 90 Testing your network 92 Troubleshooting Your Ethernet network 93 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 95 Index 103 www.gateway.com iii
... 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... Ethernet network 88 Configuring your router 90 Testing your network 92 Troubleshooting Your Ethernet network 93 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 95 Index 103 www.gateway.com iii
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Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the Gateway Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using Your Computer guide • Using online help • Contacting Gateway 1
Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the Gateway Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using Your Computer guide • Using online help • Contacting Gateway 1
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... information to familiarize yourself with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of services and support. Thanks again, from all of -class service and support in good operating condition. We have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Each and every Gateway computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests...
... information to familiarize yourself with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of services and support. Thanks again, from all of -class service and support in good operating condition. We have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Each and every Gateway computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests...
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Using Support The Support site is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us www.gateway.com 3
Using Support The Support site is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us www.gateway.com 3
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... and general information about warranties and special offers. Chapter 1: Getting Help Support Home Click Support Home, then click Computers. For more information, see "Telephone support" on page 78. 4 www.gateway.com Downloads Click Downloads to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for... access utilities to view and purchase upgrades for both sales and support. Product Support Click Product Support to your computer. Click Call Us to get drivers specific to view a list of Gateway telephone numbers for your computer. Click Browse All Downloads to walk...
... and general information about warranties and special offers. Chapter 1: Getting Help Support Home Click Support Home, then click Computers. For more information, see "Telephone support" on page 78. 4 www.gateway.com Downloads Click Downloads to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for... access utilities to view and purchase upgrades for both sales and support. Product Support Click Product Support to your computer. Click Call Us to get drivers specific to view a list of Gateway telephone numbers for your computer. Click Browse All Downloads to walk...
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Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows and to help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Help and Support opens. www.gateway.com 5 You can find help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Help and Support Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your Gateway computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support.
Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows and to help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. Help and Support opens. www.gateway.com 5 You can find help you quickly discover and use the many features of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Help and Support Help and Support Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of your Gateway computer. To start Help and Support: ■ Click Start, then click Help and Support.
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...updates from BigFix sites on the Internet. To view a topic, click the topic name in Help and Support and are located in the Search box located at the top of any Help and Support screen, then click the arrow button. To fix the problem, click on the Microsoft Web site and... you entered in the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for the type of results you want to view. These topics are located on that icon...
...updates from BigFix sites on the Internet. To view a topic, click the topic name in Help and Support and are located in the Search box located at the top of any Help and Support screen, then click the arrow button. To fix the problem, click on the Microsoft Web site and... you entered in the Search box. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for the type of results you want to view. These topics are located on that icon...
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TTOeencclhhinSSeuusppupppooprrottrHPt:hoounrse:: ((UCa.Sn.)ada) 9004394 Online support: Tech Support Phone: (U.S.) (Canada) Tech Support Hours: 9004394 8 www.gateway.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Gateway contact information To help you locate Gateway contact information, you can find the Gateway Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the side of your computer case.
TTOeencclhhinSSeuusppupppooprrottrHPt:hoounrse:: ((UCa.Sn.)ada) 9004394 Online support: Tech Support Phone: (U.S.) (Canada) Tech Support Hours: 9004394 8 www.gateway.com Chapter 1: Getting Help Gateway contact information To help you locate Gateway contact information, you can find the Gateway Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on the side of your computer case.
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... Certificate of Authenticity label found on the side of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. Gateway Technical Support will need this section are for informational purposes only. Gateway model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your...
... Certificate of Authenticity label found on the side of your computer includes the product key code for your operating system. Gateway Technical Support will need this section are for informational purposes only. Gateway model and serial number The label on the back or side of your computer case contains information that identifies your...
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...print pictures, banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents. 16 www.gateway.com Accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at support.gateway.com. For more information, see "Using Support" on page 32 for more information about your computer, such as multimedia games ...or graphics programs, use a lot of printer to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. If ...
...print pictures, banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents. 16 www.gateway.com Accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at support.gateway.com. For more information, see "Using Support" on page 32 for more information about your computer, such as multimedia games ...or graphics programs, use a lot of printer to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. If ...