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... Add-in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into a power supply. When prompted, enter 531 followed by country or region. 4 Connect the modem (optional) Connect the modem cable to Add-in video (DVI or...been included on your model) If available, connect to the modem jack and the telephone wall jack. You can connect your computer, visit the Gateway Support Web site at 800-846-2118 and choose option 7. otherwise Add-in video (DVI or VGA), otherwise connect to change without notice. ...
... Add-in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into a power supply. When prompted, enter 531 followed by country or region. 4 Connect the modem (optional) Connect the modem cable to Add-in video (DVI or...been included on your model) If available, connect to the modem jack and the telephone wall jack. You can connect your computer, visit the Gateway Support Web site at 800-846-2118 and choose option 7. otherwise Add-in video (DVI or VGA), otherwise connect to change without notice. ...
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...the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer normally. 14 Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Preparing power connections Protecting from repetitive strain • Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition. • Take breaks to a surge protector, ... you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer can enter your computer. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work . • Take breaks to far above normal levels ...
...the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer normally. 14 Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Preparing power connections Protecting from repetitive strain • Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition. • Take breaks to a surge protector, ... you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer can enter your computer. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work . • Take breaks to far above normal levels ...
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...volts at the factory, but you set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be equipped with a built-in Ethernet (network) jack. The power supply's voltage selection for your location before turning on the back of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. 15 In ...the United States, the utility power is typically set at 50 Hz. Connecting to 230. www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your computer to a cable or DSL modem or to match...
...volts at the factory, but you set the voltage selection switch incorrectly, your system will be equipped with a built-in Ethernet (network) jack. The power supply's voltage selection for your location before turning on the back of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. 15 In ...the United States, the utility power is typically set at 50 Hz. Connecting to 230. www.gateway.com Checking the voltage selection Caution If you can connect your computer to a cable or DSL modem or to match...
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.... www.gateway.com 5 To open your desktop layout so the next time you restore power, the programs are laid out just as you cannot use the Shut Down option in Sleep mode, press the power button. Important If for about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in the power supply and...
.... www.gateway.com 5 To open your desktop layout so the next time you restore power, the programs are laid out just as you cannot use the Shut Down option in Sleep mode, press the power button. Important If for about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in the power supply and...
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... antistatic bags because only the inside your computer are ready to a bare metal part of the computer. • Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity... shock, do not insert any surface. 34 Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available...
... antistatic bags because only the inside your computer are ready to a bare metal part of the computer. • Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. CHAPTER 4: Upgrading Your Computer Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity... shock, do not insert any surface. 34 Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the computer case, follow these guidelines: • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available...
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... 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 the cables after you install the new board.) Tip You...battery into the socket until it out of the BIOS Setup utility opens. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that secure the power supply to your computer, then slide it snaps into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Step 3. 15 Save all external...
... 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 the cables after you install the new board.) Tip You...battery into the socket until it out of the BIOS Setup utility opens. 14 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any settings that secure the power supply to your computer, then slide it snaps into place. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Step 3. 15 Save all external...
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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 ... into the new system board by following the directions in the same procedure. 10 Slide the power supply back into the case, then install the 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...
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 ... into the new system board by following the directions in the same procedure. 10 Slide the power supply back into the case, then install the 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...
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... are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC power outlet and that the power outlet is supplying power. • If you are connected. For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help...
... are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to your computer and an AC power outlet and that the power outlet is supplying power. • If you are connected. For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help...
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... Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. 105 The technician may have you have taken. • Make sure that is nearby at the time of your computer is supplying power. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do... not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. • If you have recently installed hardware or...
... Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. 105 The technician may have you have taken. • Make sure that is nearby at the time of your computer is supplying power. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do... not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. • If you have recently installed hardware or...
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www.gateway.com Standby/Resume 7 troubleshooting 90 turning off computer 17 turning on computer 16 power button 7 power supply 15 printer installing 32 setting default 91 troubleshooting 91 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 18 opening 23 recovery discs 94, 97 re-installing 93, 94... restarting computer 18 restoring defaults 102 drivers 93, 94 files from Recycle Bin 78 programs 93, 94 software 93, 94 system 93 Windows 93 with Gateway Recovery Center 96 with Windows DVD 103 with Windows System Restore 99 Resume mode 7 right-clicking 23 S S/PDIF out 9 safety avoiding repetitive strain 14 ...
www.gateway.com Standby/Resume 7 troubleshooting 90 turning off computer 17 turning on computer 16 power button 7 power supply 15 printer installing 32 setting default 91 troubleshooting 91 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 18 opening 23 recovery discs 94, 97 re-installing 93, 94... restarting computer 18 restoring defaults 102 drivers 93, 94 files from Recycle Bin 78 programs 93, 94 software 93, 94 system 93 Windows 93 with Gateway Recovery Center 96 with Windows DVD 103 with Windows System Restore 99 Resume mode 7 right-clicking 23 S S/PDIF out 9 safety avoiding repetitive strain 14 ...
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....gateway.com diskette drive 75 display 76 DSL modem 85 DVD drive 73, 76 Ethernet network 77 faxes 88 files 78 general guidelines 72 hard drive 79 Internet connection 79, 87 keyboard 81 LCD panel 76 memory 84 memory card reader 85 monitor 76 mouse 89 network 77, 90 passwords 90 power... Media Center troubleshooting 82 Windows System Restore 93 creating restore point 101 Windows Update 62 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 77 working safely 12 X xD 28 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14 updating Windows 62 UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 32 Z Zip drive 66 127
....gateway.com diskette drive 75 display 76 DSL modem 85 DVD drive 73, 76 Ethernet network 77 faxes 88 files 78 general guidelines 72 hard drive 79 Internet connection 79, 87 keyboard 81 LCD panel 76 memory 84 memory card reader 85 monitor 76 mouse 89 network 77, 90 passwords 90 power... Media Center troubleshooting 82 Windows System Restore 93 creating restore point 101 Windows Update 62 wired Ethernet troubleshooting 77 working safely 12 X xD 28 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 14 updating Windows 62 UPS 14 USB port 7, 9, 32 Z Zip drive 66 127
8512779 - Gateway Computer User Guide (for computers with Windows Vista)
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...large number appears on your computer. 2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into an AC power outlet, then turn it must have the same content), click to your computer. If your... computer. Use the additional desktop space to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the ...Attached, then click Apply. 7 Adjust properties such as Resolution or Color Quality if necessary. www.gateway.com Setting up multiple monitors Important The dialog boxes shown in the Display Settings dialog box, click...
...large number appears on your computer. 2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into an AC power outlet, then turn it must have the same content), click to your computer. If your... computer. Use the additional desktop space to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer's Web site. 5 After the ...Attached, then click Apply. 7 Adjust properties such as Resolution or Color Quality if necessary. www.gateway.com Setting up multiple monitors Important The dialog boxes shown in the Display Settings dialog box, click...