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Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack ... Plug the audio cable into the back of your computer's USB ports. CONTACT HELP. Actual product may vary with options) Your Gateway computer is packed with the device. in video (DVI or VGA) otherwise Integrated video (VGA) FOR EXTRA HELP... IMPORTANT: Connect...; into one of your computer, read the Starter Guide for tips on the monitor and computer. SETTING UP YOUR GATEWAY COMPUTER FRONT (may vary with options) BACK (may vary from power fluctuations, use a Customer Care information ...
Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack ... Plug the audio cable into the back of your computer's USB ports. CONTACT HELP. Actual product may vary with options) Your Gateway computer is packed with the device. in video (DVI or VGA) otherwise Integrated video (VGA) FOR EXTRA HELP... IMPORTANT: Connect...; into one of your computer, read the Starter Guide for tips on the monitor and computer. SETTING UP YOUR GATEWAY COMPUTER FRONT (may vary with options) BACK (may vary from power fluctuations, use a Customer Care information ...
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Contents Creating discs 27 Using the memory card reader 28 Memory card types 28 Using a memory card 28 Using the diskette drive 29 Adjusting the volume 30 Configuring the audio jacks 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 32 Chapter 4: Upgrading ... Closing the case 37 Replacing the front bezel 37 Replacing the side panel 37 Replacing the color panel 38 Installing memory 40 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 43 Replacing the memory card reader 45 Adding or replacing a hard drive 46 Replacing the heat sink and processor 49 Adding or replacing...
Contents Creating discs 27 Using the memory card reader 28 Memory card types 28 Using a memory card 28 Using the diskette drive 29 Adjusting the volume 30 Configuring the audio jacks 31 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 32 Chapter 4: Upgrading ... Closing the case 37 Replacing the front bezel 37 Replacing the side panel 37 Replacing the color panel 38 Installing memory 40 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 43 Replacing the memory card reader 45 Adding or replacing a hard drive 46 Replacing the heat sink and processor 49 Adding or replacing...
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www.gateway.com Using BigFix 62 Managing hard drive space 62 Checking hard drive space 63 Deleting unnecessary files 64 Checking the hard drive for errors 64 ... 76 DVD drives 76 Ethernet 77 Expansion cards 78 File management 78 Floppy drive 78 Hard drive 79 Internet 79 Keyboard 81 Media Center 82 Memory 84 Memory card reader 85 Modem (cable or DSL 85 Modem (dial-up 85 Monitor 89 Mouse 89 Networks 90 iii
www.gateway.com Using BigFix 62 Managing hard drive space 62 Checking hard drive space 63 Deleting unnecessary files 64 Checking the hard drive for errors 64 ... 76 DVD drives 76 Ethernet 77 Expansion cards 78 File management 78 Floppy drive 78 Hard drive 79 Internet 79 Keyboard 81 Media Center 82 Memory 84 Memory card reader 85 Modem (cable or DSL 85 Modem (dial-up 85 Monitor 89 Mouse 89 Networks 90 iii
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Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Diskette or removable hard drive (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Video jack (optional) Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) 6
Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Diskette or removable hard drive (optional) Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Video jack (optional) Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) 6
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..., scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into the memory card reader. For more information about your video camera to these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Diskette or removable hard drive (optional) Headphone jack... page 24. Connect your drive, see "Identifying optical drive types" on or off. www.gateway.com Component Icon Memory card reader Optical disc drive IEEE 1394 port Description Insert a memory card from and write to 3.5" diskettes, or use this jack. Press this drive to listen...
..., scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. Plug powered, analog front speakers, an external amplifier, or headphones into the memory card reader. For more information about your video camera to these 6-pin IEEE 1394 ports. Diskette or removable hard drive (optional) Headphone jack... page 24. Connect your drive, see "Identifying optical drive types" on or off. www.gateway.com Component Icon Memory card reader Optical disc drive IEEE 1394 port Description Insert a memory card from and write to 3.5" diskettes, or use this jack. Press this drive to listen...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Using the diskette drive • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Using the diskette drive • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 11
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...by your computer. To insert a memory card: 1 Insert the memory card into a slot, make backups of the reader. Using a memory card Caution Before inserting a memory card into the appropriate memory card slot. 28 For more information, see your data. Using the memory card reader You can be transferred from... a digital camera to your card reader and the slots to use the optional memory card reader to transfer pictures from one memory card type to transfer data between your computer and a device that the slot is assigned a different drive letter (...
...by your computer. To insert a memory card: 1 Insert the memory card into a slot, make backups of the reader. Using a memory card Caution Before inserting a memory card into the appropriate memory card slot. 28 For more information, see your data. Using the memory card reader You can be transferred from... a digital camera to your card reader and the slots to use the optional memory card reader to transfer pictures from one memory card type to transfer data between your computer and a device that the slot is assigned a different drive letter (...
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... The optional diskette drive (not available on the memory card, click (Start), then click Computer. To remove a memory card: • Wait for storing files or transferring files to remove the memory card, or you turn off the computer while the memory card reader access indicator is off the computer.... Diskettes are useful for the memory card reader access indicator to re-enable the memory card reader. Also, remove the memory card from the reader before you will have to restart the computer to stop blinking, then pull the memory card out of the slot. www.gateway.com 2 To access a ...
... The optional diskette drive (not available on the memory card, click (Start), then click Computer. To remove a memory card: • Wait for storing files or transferring files to remove the memory card, or you turn off the computer while the memory card reader access indicator is off the computer.... Diskettes are useful for the memory card reader access indicator to re-enable the memory card reader. Also, remove the memory card from the reader before you will have to restart the computer to stop blinking, then pull the memory card out of the slot. www.gateway.com 2 To access a ...
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CHAPTER4 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Replacing the color panel • Installing memory • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the heat sink and processor • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system battery • Replacing the system board 33
CHAPTER4 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Replacing the color panel • Installing memory • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the heat sink and processor • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system battery • Replacing the system board 33
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www.gateway.com Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you are adding a DIMM to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your system ...board. 4 If you install the correct type of the memory module bank. 41 OR If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of memory module for your computer on page 35. 2 For more stability, place your...
www.gateway.com Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you are adding a DIMM to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your system ...board. 4 If you install the correct type of the memory module bank. 41 OR If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of memory module for your computer on page 35. 2 For more stability, place your...
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...on your computer to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. The tabs on the sides of memory in your computer is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in... "Replacing the side panel" on page 37. 7 Return your computer. The amount of the memory module should secure the...
...on your computer to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 9 Turn on the memory module bank and press the module firmly into the bank. The tabs on the sides of memory in your computer is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in... "Replacing the side panel" on page 37. 7 Return your computer. The amount of the memory module should secure the...
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www.gateway.com Replacing the memory card reader Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to the computer. Important The color and shape of your replacement card reader's front cover may vary from ... the computer about 3/4 inch, then remove it from your computer. 4 Remove the two screws that secure the card reader to replace the memory card reader. Screws 45 To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 35. 2 Remove the front...
www.gateway.com Replacing the memory card reader Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to the computer. Important The color and shape of your replacement card reader's front cover may vary from ... the computer about 3/4 inch, then remove it from your computer. 4 Remove the two screws that secure the card reader to replace the memory card reader. Screws 45 To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 35. 2 Remove the front...
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... 35. 2 Remove all expansion cards by following the directions in "Adding or replacing an expansion card" on page 51. 3 Remove all memory modules by following the directions in "Installing memory" on page 40. 4 Disconnect all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect...
... 35. 2 Remove all expansion cards by following the directions in "Adding or replacing an expansion card" on page 51. 3 Remove all memory modules by following the directions in "Installing memory" on page 40. 4 Disconnect all the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect...
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www.gateway.com 6 Remove the eight system board screws. Screws Screws 7 Lift the system board up and out of the case. 8 Align the new system board on ... four screws to secure the power supply to the case. 11 Connect all power and data cables using your notes from Step 4. 12 Reinstall any memory modules you removed previously. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side...
www.gateway.com 6 Remove the eight system board screws. Screws Screws 7 Lift the system board up and out of the case. 8 Align the new system board on ... four screws to secure the power supply to the case. 11 Connect all power and data cables using your notes from Step 4. 12 Reinstall any memory modules you removed previously. 13 Reinstall any expansion cards you removed previously. 14 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side...
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... holding F2 while your drive type, see "Cleaning optical discs" on page 92. For more information, see "Identifying optical drive types" on page 78. www.gateway.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are enabled. • Make sure that the disc label is configured correctly by following the instructions in the drive documentation. •.... Make sure that the IDE controllers are listed in cards See "Expansion cards" on page 24. • Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean the disc.
... holding F2 while your drive type, see "Cleaning optical discs" on page 92. For more information, see "Identifying optical drive types" on page 78. www.gateway.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are enabled. • Make sure that the disc label is configured correctly by following the instructions in the drive documentation. •.... Make sure that the IDE controllers are listed in cards See "Expansion cards" on page 24. • Your computer may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean the disc.
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www.gateway.com You want to play recorded programs on any computer that your system memory. The non-Media Center computer must be connected to the Internet to update the Program Guide. For information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the phrase memory ...8226; Close all programs, then restart your online User Guide. Click Restart now and check for the memory card slots do not appear in the Computer window • The memory card reader was temporarily uninstalled using the Remove Hardware icon in the Search Help box, then press ENTER....
www.gateway.com You want to play recorded programs on any computer that your system memory. The non-Media Center computer must be connected to the Internet to update the Program Guide. For information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the phrase memory ...8226; Close all programs, then restart your online User Guide. Click Restart now and check for the memory card slots do not appear in the Computer window • The memory card reader was temporarily uninstalled using the Remove Hardware icon in the Search Help box, then press ENTER....
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To make sure that the printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that came with your printer for adding additional memory. Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Printer is not set to work offline: 1 Click... printer troubleshooter in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 92 The Printers window opens. 3 Right-click the printer you want to add additional memory to use. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make sure that the printer is online. See the guide that the...
To make sure that the printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that came with your printer for adding additional memory. Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. You see a "Printer is not set to work offline: 1 Click... printer troubleshooter in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 92 The Printers window opens. 3 Right-click the printer you want to add additional memory to use. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make sure that the printer is online. See the guide that the...
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... connection connecting 9 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 15 connecting 9 troubleshooting 85 Caps Lock indicator 19, 21 card reader 7 cards adding expansion 51 inserting memory card 28 installing memory card 28 removing memory card 28 replacing expansion 51 slots 28 troubleshooting add-in card 78 troubleshooting Ethernet 77 troubleshooting expansion 78 troubleshooting...
... connection connecting 9 buttons See keys and buttons C cable modem 15 connecting 9 troubleshooting 85 Caps Lock indicator 19, 21 card reader 7 cards adding expansion 51 inserting memory card 28 installing memory card 28 removing memory card 28 replacing expansion 51 slots 28 troubleshooting add-in card 78 troubleshooting Ethernet 77 troubleshooting expansion 78 troubleshooting...
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... playing audio 26 recording 27 troubleshooting 73 CD drive adding 43 identifying 25 locating drive 7 replacing 43 See also optical drive troubleshooting 73 cellular phone memory cards 28 Certificate of Authenticity 3 cleaning audio CD 61 case 60 CD 61 computer screen 60 DVD 61 keyboard 60 LCD panel 60 mouse 61...
... playing audio 26 recording 27 troubleshooting 73 CD drive adding 43 identifying 25 locating drive 7 replacing 43 See also optical drive troubleshooting 73 cellular phone memory cards 28 Certificate of Authenticity 3 cleaning audio CD 61 case 60 CD 61 computer screen 60 DVD 61 keyboard 60 LCD panel 60 mouse 61...
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www.gateway.com Warranty 106 D default printer setting 91 defragmenting hard drive 65 deleting files and folders 64 dial-up modem 16 adjusting volume 89 connecting 10 ... properties 86 troubleshooting 85 troubleshooting connection speed 87 digital audio out 9 digital camera locating USB port 7, 9 digital video camera locating IEEE 1394 port 7, 9 DIMM See memory directional keys 20, 21 Disk Cleanup 64 Disk Defragmenter 65 diskette troubleshooting 75 diskette drive 7 identifying 29 troubleshooting 75 using 29 display cleaning 60 troubleshooting...
www.gateway.com Warranty 106 D default printer setting 91 defragmenting hard drive 65 deleting files and folders 64 dial-up modem 16 adjusting volume 89 connecting 10 ... properties 86 troubleshooting 85 troubleshooting connection speed 87 digital audio out 9 digital camera locating USB port 7, 9 digital video camera locating IEEE 1394 port 7, 9 DIMM See memory directional keys 20, 21 Disk Cleanup 64 Disk Defragmenter 65 diskette troubleshooting 75 diskette drive 7 identifying 29 troubleshooting 75 using 29 display cleaning 60 troubleshooting...