8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 4
... Inserting a CD or DVD 38 Playing a CD 39 Playing a DVD 39 Creating CDs and DVDs 39 5 Maintaining Your Computer 41 Caring for your computer 42 Updating Windows 42 Protecting your computer from viruses 43 Cleaning your computer 46 Cleaning the exterior 46 Cleaning the keyboard 46 Cleaning the computer display 47... Safety guidelines 60 First steps 60 Troubleshooting 61 Add-in cards 61 Audio 61 Battery 61 CD or DVD drives 61 Computer 63 ii www.gateway.com
... Inserting a CD or DVD 38 Playing a CD 39 Playing a DVD 39 Creating CDs and DVDs 39 5 Maintaining Your Computer 41 Caring for your computer 42 Updating Windows 42 Protecting your computer from viruses 43 Cleaning your computer 46 Cleaning the exterior 46 Cleaning the keyboard 46 Cleaning the computer display 47... Safety guidelines 60 First steps 60 Troubleshooting 61 Add-in cards 61 Audio 61 Battery 61 CD or DVD drives 61 Computer 63 ii www.gateway.com
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 10
...get drivers specific to your computer. For more information, see "Telephone support" on page 78. 4 www.gateway.com Product Support Click Product Support to get the latest software updates for your computer. Click the arrow button to open the Select Your Computer Product box, then click your... model number to get a list of all Gateway computers. By entering your serial number you manage your account...
...get drivers specific to your computer. For more information, see "Telephone support" on page 78. 4 www.gateway.com Product Support Click Product Support to get the latest software updates for your computer. Click the arrow button to open the Select Your Computer Product box, then click your... model number to get a list of all Gateway computers. By entering your serial number you manage your account...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 12
... are relevant to your search topic. ■ Full-text Search Matches - To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Internet. These topics are located in Help and Support and are located in Help and Support and contain the ... for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com BigFix BigFix monitors your search results, click the results header for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in...
... are relevant to your search topic. ■ Full-text Search Matches - To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Internet. These topics are located in Help and Support and are located in Help and Support and contain the ... for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com BigFix BigFix monitors your search results, click the results header for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 47
Chapter 5 Maintaining Your Computer • Caring for your computer • Updating Windows • Protecting your computer from viruses • Cleaning your computer • Restoring your system • Opening the computer case • Adding memory and replacing the battery 41
Chapter 5 Maintaining Your Computer • Caring for your computer • Updating Windows • Protecting your computer from viruses • Cleaning your computer • Restoring your system • Opening the computer case • Adding memory and replacing the battery 41
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 48
... then click Help and Support. Magnetic fields can result in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. 42 www.gateway.com Use Windows Update to choose updates for your computer for your computer To extend the life of your computer: ■ When transporting your computer, we recommend that... you with a tailored selection of updates that apply only to extreme temperature changes. ■ Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. Dust and dirt can always get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to...
... then click Help and Support. Magnetic fields can result in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow. 42 www.gateway.com Use Windows Update to choose updates for your computer for your computer To extend the life of your computer: ■ When transporting your computer, we recommend that... you with a tailored selection of updates that apply only to extreme temperature changes. ■ Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. Dust and dirt can always get the most recent updates and fixes to protect your computer and keep your computer up-to...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 49
www.gateway.com 43 Viruses can damage data or cause your copy of Norton® Internet Security and subscribing to the virus definition update service. Some viruses go undetected for viruses before installing them. ■ Disabling macros on suspicious Microsoft Word and Excel files...computer against the latest viruses. ■ Making sure the Windows Security Center is a program that might have a virus. ■ Periodically updating the Norton Internet Security program to protect against viruses, click Start, then click Help and Support. These programs will warn you if a document...
www.gateway.com 43 Viruses can damage data or cause your copy of Norton® Internet Security and subscribing to the virus definition update service. Some viruses go undetected for viruses before installing them. ■ Disabling macros on suspicious Microsoft Word and Excel files...computer against the latest viruses. ■ Making sure the Windows Security Center is a program that might have a virus. ■ Periodically updating the Norton Internet Security program to protect against viruses, click Start, then click Help and Support. These programs will warn you if a document...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 51
3 Click Scan for the virus. To update Norton Internet Security after the free subscription period, you must extend your computer. Protecting your computer from viruses 4 Click the type of scan you purchased ... to the Norton Internet Security service when you want to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, then click Norton Internet Security. To update Norton Internet Security: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited-time subscription to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer and rescan for Viruses. Norton Internet...
3 Click Scan for the virus. To update Norton Internet Security after the free subscription period, you must extend your computer. Protecting your computer from viruses 4 Click the type of scan you purchased ... to the Norton Internet Security service when you want to the Internet. 2 Click Start, All Programs, Norton Internet Security, then click Norton Internet Security. To update Norton Internet Security: Tips & Tricks You received a free, limited-time subscription to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer and rescan for Viruses. Norton Internet...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 52
.... With your computer turned off your computer and other parts of dust. Do not attempt to clean your computer and other peripherals before trying to update your system. If you may want to drip any components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean dust from the vents with a narrow,...clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your computer performing at its best. If the keyboard does not work after it . 46 www.gateway.com To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep the vents free of your ...
.... With your computer turned off your computer and other parts of dust. Do not attempt to clean your computer and other peripherals before trying to update your system. If you may want to drip any components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean dust from the vents with a narrow,...clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your computer performing at its best. If the keyboard does not work after it . 46 www.gateway.com To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from dust helps keep the vents free of your ...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 108
...the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Use of Microsoft Corporation. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any time. Trademark Acknowledgments Gateway and the Black-and-White Spot Design are trademarks or registered trademarks of this manual. Appendix A: Safety... and other intellectual property rights owned by copyright and all rights are registered trademarks and MMX is prohibited. 102 www.gateway.com The information in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of it describes at any defect or omission in...
...the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Use of Microsoft Corporation. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any time. Trademark Acknowledgments Gateway and the Black-and-White Spot Design are trademarks or registered trademarks of this manual. Appendix A: Safety... and other intellectual property rights owned by copyright and all rights are registered trademarks and MMX is prohibited. 102 www.gateway.com The information in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of it describes at any defect or omission in...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 110
...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 recordable CD 11, 37 recordable DVD 11, 37 troubleshooting 61, 63, 64, 65 types 37 DSL modem 31, 83, 89 104 www.gateway.com
...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 recordable CD 11, 37 recordable DVD 11, 37 troubleshooting 61, 63, 64, 65 types 37 DSL modem 31, 83, 89 104 www.gateway.com
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide
Page 115
... Norton Internet Security 43 voltage switch 13 volume adjusting 30 adjusting modem 71 controls 30 muting 30 troubleshooting 77 W WAN IP Address 91 Web site Gateway 3 Windows Product Key Code 15 restoring 48 Windows key 27 Windows Media Player 39 Windows Security Center using 43 Windows Update 42 wired Ethernet www...
... Norton Internet Security 43 voltage switch 13 volume adjusting 30 adjusting modem 71 controls 30 muting 30 troubleshooting 77 W WAN IP Address 91 Web site Gateway 3 Windows Product Key Code 15 restoring 48 Windows key 27 Windows Media Player 39 Windows Security Center using 43 Windows Update 42 wired Ethernet www...
8510755 - Media Center User Guide
Page 4
... computer setup Locate connections You've probably already decided where you want to set -top boxes. 4 Internet connection-Your computer needs an Internet connection to update the program guide and to access the Internet.
... computer setup Locate connections You've probably already decided where you want to set -top boxes. 4 Internet connection-Your computer needs an Internet connection to update the program guide and to access the Internet.
8510755 - Media Center User Guide
Page 7
... Windows will automatically prompt you to keep the Windows operating system updated by going 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 Windows XP Media Center Edition Guide The... to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to install them. Web site You can get the latest FAQs, 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...
... Windows will automatically prompt you to keep the Windows operating system updated by going 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 Windows XP Media Center Edition Guide The... to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to install them. Web site You can get the latest FAQs, 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...
8510755 - Media Center User Guide
Page 15
... Internet connection. Before starting the Media Center setup wizard, check for more information about setting up . For more information, see "Windows Update" on page 7. 4 After you complete the initial Windows setup, press the Start button on the remote to start the Media Center setup... wizard. 5 Follow the setup screens to configure the Media Center software for your Internet service provider for Windows Updates to complete the Media Center software configuration. Contact your specific requirements. 15 e The Media Center setup wizard requires Internet...
... Internet connection. Before starting the Media Center setup wizard, check for more information about setting up . For more information, see "Windows Update" on page 7. 4 After you complete the initial Windows setup, press the Start button on the remote to start the Media Center setup... wizard. 5 Follow the setup screens to configure the Media Center software for your Internet service provider for Windows Updates to complete the Media Center software configuration. Contact your specific requirements. 15 e The Media Center setup wizard requires Internet...
8510755 - Media Center User Guide
Page 19
...manually to refresh the program listings. 1 Before starting the Media Center, make sure that you connect to the Internet before continuing the manual Program Guide update instructions. 2 Press the Start button on the remote control. The Settings menu opens. 4 Navigate to TV, then press OK. 5 Navigate to ... Settings, then press OK. The Media Center software starts. 3 Navigate to Get guide data, then press OK. The Media Center downloads Program Guide updates. 19 The Guide Data dialog box opens. 7 Select Yes, then press OK. Make sure that you use the Media Center setup wizard, the Media...
...manually to refresh the program listings. 1 Before starting the Media Center, make sure that you connect to the Internet before continuing the manual Program Guide update instructions. 2 Press the Start button on the remote control. The Settings menu opens. 4 Navigate to TV, then press OK. 5 Navigate to ... Settings, then press OK. The Media Center software starts. 3 Navigate to Get guide data, then press OK. The Media Center downloads Program Guide updates. 19 The Guide Data dialog box opens. 7 Select Yes, then press OK. Make sure that you use the Media Center setup wizard, the Media...
8510755 - Media Center User Guide
Page 20
... Media Center can play on a non-Media Center computer that have Windows XP with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. The TV program recordings are located. You cannot use Nero Express to copy the recorded program to a DVD for more information. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD...
... Media Center can play on a non-Media Center computer that have Windows XP with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. The TV program recordings are located. You cannot use Nero Express to copy the recorded program to a DVD for more information. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD...
8510755 - Media Center User Guide
Page 21
..., click the Media Center's Help icon. 21 TV programs that have Windows XP with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R or DVD-RW disc into your home DVD player or on -screen prompts to DVD and replayed on another computer that...
..., click the Media Center's Help icon. 21 TV programs that have Windows XP with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R or DVD-RW disc into your home DVD player or on -screen prompts to DVD and replayed on another computer that...
8510755 - Media Center User Guide
Page 24
... is set up and connected to get this "Download Error" message when the Media Center tries 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: Adjust the display device brightness, contrast, hue, and saturation. Q: ...
... is set up and connected to get this "Download Error" message when the Media Center tries 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: Adjust the display device brightness, contrast, hue, and saturation. Q: ...