8511464 - Gateway Setup Guide
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... (optional) Monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack TV tuner (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Parallel port (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround left/right jack Audio in/side speaker jack Case cover thumbscrew Video card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Telephone jack (optional) Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Your Gateway computer is packed with the device. Follow the Windows setup screen instructions. SEE YOUR STARTER GUIDE. To access the User Guide, click (Start...
... (optional) Monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack TV tuner (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Parallel port (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround left/right jack Audio in/side speaker jack Case cover thumbscrew Video card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Telephone jack (optional) Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Your Gateway computer is packed with the device. Follow the Windows setup screen instructions. SEE YOUR STARTER GUIDE. To access the User Guide, click (Start...
8511856 - Gateway User Guide (for desktop computers with Windows Vista)
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... SecurityCenter 63 Using Windows Security Center 67 Security updates 68 Windows Update 68 BigFix 69 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 71 Changing screen settings 72 Changing color depth and screen resolution 72 Changing the appearance of windows and backgrounds 73 Selecting a screen saver 74 Changing gadgets 75 Setting up multiple monitors 77 Changing system sounds 78 Changing mouse settings 79 Adding and modifying user accounts 80 Changing power-saving settings 81 Changing the power scheme 81 Changing accessibility settings 83 Using the Ease of Access Center 83 Using voice...
... SecurityCenter 63 Using Windows Security Center 67 Security updates 68 Windows Update 68 BigFix 69 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 71 Changing screen settings 72 Changing color depth and screen resolution 72 Changing the appearance of windows and backgrounds 73 Selecting a screen saver 74 Changing gadgets 75 Setting up multiple monitors 77 Changing system sounds 78 Changing mouse settings 79 Adding and modifying user accounts 80 Changing power-saving settings 81 Changing the power scheme 81 Changing accessibility settings 83 Using the Ease of Access Center 83 Using voice...
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... you to networking Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you change anything about your home setup, make the necessary arrangements with your home or office. For information on . To test the connection, log onto the Internet using your broadband connection is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in...
... you to networking Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you change anything about your home setup, make the necessary arrangements with your home or office. For information on . To test the connection, log onto the Internet using your broadband connection is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components. Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in...
8511856 - Gateway User Guide (for desktop computers with Windows Vista)
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... telephone jack connector, but with the spring clip on each end. Plug your Ethernet cable into your network, you need to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection (cable or DSL modem), we recommend the use of cable is not listed, you have not already done so. Setting up a network for your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at www.gateway.com. The Device Manager window opens. 4 Click...
... telephone jack connector, but with the spring clip on each end. Plug your Ethernet cable into your network, you need to a high-speed Broadband Internet connection (cable or DSL modem), we recommend the use of cable is not listed, you have not already done so. Setting up a network for your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at www.gateway.com. The Device Manager window opens. 4 Click...
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... a wired network, make sure that do not set up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). The System and Maintenance window opens. 3 Click System, then click Change Settings in front of up wireless Ethernet network hardware Installing wireless cards and drivers After you have them already installed. Names must contain some letters. 53 The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on the network: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Setting up your network connection...
... a wired network, make sure that do not set up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). The System and Maintenance window opens. 3 Click System, then click Change Settings in front of up wireless Ethernet network hardware Installing wireless cards and drivers After you have them already installed. Names must contain some letters. 53 The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from the task list on the network: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Setting up your network connection...
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... be set up TCP/IP on your network need to use the TCP/IP protocol on your computer. 54 CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Computer 6 Type a name for Internet communications. Type the following in Windows Vista, TCP/IP is a language computers use to talk to each computer you are prompted to wireless Ethernet network After you receive your network needs a unique Computer Name. For instructions, see your network, click Start, then...
... be set up TCP/IP on your network need to use the TCP/IP protocol on your computer. 54 CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Computer 6 Type a name for Internet communications. Type the following in Windows Vista, TCP/IP is a language computers use to talk to each computer you are prompted to wireless Ethernet network After you receive your network needs a unique Computer Name. For instructions, see your network, click Start, then...
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... settings you are using security. Type wireless network security methods in networking. • Use a print server. 56 Testing your network Now that came with your computers and access a favorite Internet Web site. For more information about sharing printers, see "Sharing drives and printers" on • Refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information • Contact your Internet service provider Adding a printer to your network Instead of the devices, then power...
... settings you are using security. Type wireless network security methods in networking. • Use a print server. 56 Testing your network Now that came with your computers and access a favorite Internet Web site. For more information about sharing printers, see "Sharing drives and printers" on • Refer to your router's or access point's troubleshooting information • Contact your Internet service provider Adding a printer to your network Instead of the devices, then power...
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... driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the driver is installed, click (Start), Control Panel, Appearance and Personalization, Personalization, then click Display Settings. The Display Settings dialog box opens. Use the additional desktop space to your computer. You may not represent the screens on your Windows desktop. Tip To help identify your computer. If your computer's video card supports additional monitors (it on. 4 Turn...
... driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the driver is installed, click (Start), Control Panel, Appearance and Personalization, Personalization, then click Display Settings. The Display Settings dialog box opens. Use the additional desktop space to your computer. You may not represent the screens on your Windows desktop. Tip To help identify your computer. If your computer's video card supports additional monitors (it on. 4 Turn...
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... settings 72 changing color scheme 73 selecting screen saver 74 using 6 using Start menu 7 DHCP 54 disconnecting from Internet 19 diskette drive 31 diskette drive identifying 31 using 31 display using screen saver 74 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers updating 2 drives CD 31 diskette 31 DVD 31 DVD-RAM/-RW/CD-RW 32 identifying drive types 31 mapping network...
... settings 72 changing color scheme 73 selecting screen saver 74 using 6 using Start menu 7 DHCP 54 disconnecting from Internet 19 diskette drive 31 diskette drive identifying 31 using 31 display using screen saver 74 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 3 Help and Support 3 online help 4 documents creating 14 opening 14 printing 15 saving 14 downloading files 21 drivers updating 2 drives CD 31 diskette 31 DVD 31 DVD-RAM/-RW/CD-RW 32 identifying drive types 31 mapping network...
8512041 - Gateway Hardware Reference Guide (5-bay uATX Case)
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... case 31 Removing the side panel 31 Removing the front bezel 32 Closing the case 33 Replacing the front bezel 33 Replacing the side panel 34 Replacing the color panel 34 Installing memory 37 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 39 Replacing the memory card reader 41 Adding or replacing a hard drive 43 Replacing the heat sink and processor 45 Adding or replacing an expansion card 47 Replacing the system battery 49 Replacing the system board 51 Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer. . . . . . 53 Setting up a maintenance...
... case 31 Removing the side panel 31 Removing the front bezel 32 Closing the case 33 Replacing the front bezel 33 Replacing the side panel 34 Replacing the color panel 34 Installing memory 37 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 39 Replacing the memory card reader 41 Adding or replacing a hard drive 43 Replacing the heat sink and processor 45 Adding or replacing an expansion card 47 Replacing the system battery 49 Replacing the system board 51 Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer. . . . . . 53 Setting up a maintenance...
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... Add-in cards 71 Audio 71 CD or DVD drives 71 Diskette drive 73 DVD drives 74 Ethernet 74 File management 75 Hard drive 76 Internet 77 Keyboard 78 Media Center 79 Memory 82 Memory card reader 82 Modem (cable or DSL 83 Modem (dial-up 83 Monitor 86 Mouse 88 Networks 88 Passwords 88 Power 88 Printer 89 Sound 90 Recovering your system 91 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 92 Using Microsoft System Restore 98 Recovering your system to its factory...
... Add-in cards 71 Audio 71 CD or DVD drives 71 Diskette drive 73 DVD drives 74 Ethernet 74 File management 75 Hard drive 76 Internet 77 Keyboard 78 Media Center 79 Memory 82 Memory card reader 82 Modem (cable or DSL 83 Modem (dial-up 83 Monitor 86 Mouse 88 Networks 88 Passwords 88 Power 88 Printer 89 Sound 90 Recovering your system 91 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 92 Using Microsoft System Restore 98 Recovering your system to its factory...
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... jack. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on or off. Diskette drive (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/power indicator USB ports Video, Audio left, and Audio right jacks (optional) Use this jack. This jack is color-coded green. Plug a microphone into this drive to read from and write to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. You can also configure the power button to 3.5" diskettes. www.gateway.com Component...
... jack. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on or off. Diskette drive (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/power indicator USB ports Video, Audio left, and Audio right jacks (optional) Use this jack. This jack is color-coded green. Plug a microphone into this drive to read from and write to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. You can also configure the power button to 3.5" diskettes. www.gateway.com Component...
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... Computer Component Icon Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional) Surround L/R speaker jack (black plug) Audio in/side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Video card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Telephone jack (optional) Description Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a stereo) into this jack so you can record sound on your computer (Default). Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack. For more information, see "Connecting a dial-up modem...
... Computer Component Icon Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack (orange plug) (optional) Surround L/R speaker jack (black plug) Audio in/side speaker jack (blue plug) -ORSide speaker jack Video card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Telephone jack (optional) Description Plug an Ethernet network cable or a device (such as a stereo) into this jack so you can record sound on your computer (Default). Stereo out: Plug your side left speakers into this jack. For more information, see "Connecting a dial-up modem...
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... can. Make sure that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD). A DVR-MS file recorded to DVD can be played on a home DVD player. You see a "Memory error" message • Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is set up and connected to the Media Center computer. Type memory error in the My Computer window • Reboot your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do...
... can. Make sure that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD). A DVR-MS file recorded to DVD can be played on a home DVD player. You see a "Memory error" message • Use a third-party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory module is set up and connected to the Media Center computer. Type memory error in the My Computer window • Reboot your computer. Memory card reader Drive letters for the memory card slots do...
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... is on . • Make sure that the power cord is online. To test the outlet, plug a working correctly. www.gateway.com • If your computer is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that you have an online/offline button that you may need to press so the printer can start printing. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, then click the Change Default Printer option under the Printers...
... is on . • Make sure that the power cord is online. To test the outlet, plug a working correctly. www.gateway.com • If your computer is plugged into a surge protector, make sure that you have an online/offline button that you may need to press so the printer can start printing. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound, then click the Change Default Printer option under the Printers...
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... only option for software and device driver recovery" on page 92. • To recover software and device drivers that you should create a set of the computer's software (also called recovering or restoring your computer for additional system recovery options, you created. (Your computer must have a recordable disc drive to reinstall Windows from the Windows DVD, then recover your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs that were pre-installed at www.gateway.com. Type sound troubleshooter in the technical support...
... only option for software and device driver recovery" on page 92. • To recover software and device drivers that you should create a set of the computer's software (also called recovering or restoring your computer for additional system recovery options, you created. (Your computer must have a recordable disc drive to reinstall Windows from the Windows DVD, then recover your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs that were pre-installed at www.gateway.com. Type sound troubleshooter in the technical support...
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...-install Windows from the Windows DVD or install a new hard drive, you must create the discs) or by recovering the software and device drivers that were pre-installed at the factory. You can recover pre-installed software and drivers from a set of recovery discs (you will need to recover your pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center. Preparing for any eventuality and create a set . Because these discs do not come pre-installed on your system, you need recovery discs, we recommend that software's installation instructions...
...-install Windows from the Windows DVD or install a new hard drive, you must create the discs) or by recovering the software and device drivers that were pre-installed at the factory. You can recover pre-installed software and drivers from a set of recovery discs (you will need to recover your pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center. Preparing for any eventuality and create a set . Because these discs do not come pre-installed on your system, you need recovery discs, we recommend that software's installation instructions...
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... on-screen instructions. 4 After Windows is complete window opens. 9 Click Finish, then click Restart. CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting 8 Click Yes, then click Next. Recovering your system using the Windows DVD If you install a new hard drive or completely re-format your system using recovery discs" on your computer's pre-installed software and device drivers. To completely re-install Windows: 1 Insert the Windows DVD into its original factory condition. Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with...
... on-screen instructions. 4 After Windows is complete window opens. 9 Click Finish, then click Restart. CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting 8 Click Yes, then click Next. Recovering your system using the Windows DVD If you install a new hard drive or completely re-format your system using recovery discs" on your computer's pre-installed software and device drivers. To completely re-install Windows: 1 Insert the Windows DVD into its original factory condition. Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with...
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... menu 24 optical connection 9 P Pad Lock indicator 21, 22 parallel port 9 password 88 peripheral devices 28 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 23 moving 24 ports See connections power button 7 connector 8 Hibernate mode 7 source problems 14 Standby/Resume 7 troubleshooting 88 turning off computer 18 turning on computer 17 power button 7 printer default 89 installing 28 parallel port 9 troubleshooting 89 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 19 opening 24 PS/2 port keyboard 8 mouse 9 R RAM See memory rebooting computer 19 recordable drive 6 removing...
... menu 24 optical connection 9 P Pad Lock indicator 21, 22 parallel port 9 password 88 peripheral devices 28 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 28 USB support for 28 pointer 23 moving 24 ports See connections power button 7 connector 8 Hibernate mode 7 source problems 14 Standby/Resume 7 troubleshooting 88 turning off computer 18 turning on computer 17 power button 7 printer default 89 installing 28 parallel port 9 troubleshooting 89 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 19 opening 24 PS/2 port keyboard 8 mouse 9 R RAM See memory rebooting computer 19 recordable drive 6 removing...
8512417 - Gateway Setup Guide
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Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Voltage switch Power connector Video jack (optional) PS/2 keyboard port Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Integrated monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround left/right jack Audio in/side speaker jack Case cover ...
Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Voltage switch Power connector Video jack (optional) PS/2 keyboard port Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Integrated monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround left/right jack Audio in/side speaker jack Case cover ...