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...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 for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information. Windows XP Media Center Edition Guide The Microsoft Windows XP Media... about configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them.
...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 for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information. Windows XP Media Center Edition Guide The Microsoft Windows XP Media... about configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems. Windows Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them.
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...but includes an S-Video port, connect the S-Video cable from the Gateway Accessory Store. S-Video display quality is usually good for the best... display device with the Media Center computer when you purchased it from Gateway. However, the connection type has an affect on display devices that ... type of connection used -You can lower video quality. 22 Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that are Media Center Frequently Asked... Media Center computer's S-Video Out port to the Gateway support Web Site at support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/. S-Video-If your TV ...
...but includes an S-Video port, connect the S-Video cable from the Gateway Accessory Store. S-Video display quality is usually good for the best... display device with the Media Center computer when you purchased it from Gateway. However, the connection type has an affect on display devices that ... type of connection used -You can lower video quality. 22 Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that are Media Center Frequently Asked... Media Center computer's S-Video Out port to the Gateway support Web Site at support.gateway.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/faqs/. S-Video-If your TV ...
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... 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 ... computer accessories 21 Sitting at your computer 21 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 21 Protecting from power source problems 22 Checking the voltage selection 22 Starting your computer 23 Waking up your computer 24 Turning off your computer 24...
... 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 ... computer accessories 21 Sitting at your computer 21 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 21 Protecting from power source problems 22 Checking the voltage selection 22 Starting your computer 23 Waking up your computer 24 Turning off your computer 24...
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...We are provided with fast, considerate service. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. to provide best-of your new Gateway computer for purchasing our computer! If you with the best ... have highlighted some basic care and safety information to help you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway.com Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service ...
...We are provided with fast, considerate service. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. to provide best-of your new Gateway computer for purchasing our computer! If you with the best ... have highlighted some basic care and safety information to help you for years to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway.com Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service ...
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... topics. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com To fix the problem, click on the Internet. To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to...Internet to open BigFix. For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. These topics are relevant to view. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - To view a list of results you entered in Help and...
... topics. It automatically gathers information about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click Help, then click Tutorial. 6 www.gateway.com To fix the problem, click on the Internet. To learn more about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to...Internet to open BigFix. For each search, you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. These topics are relevant to view. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - To view a list of results you entered in Help and...
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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Installing peripheral devices 19
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Installing peripheral devices 19
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... supplies battery power to your computer to set the power supply to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of your computer during a power failure. Use the power selection switch on your computer. Make sure this...United States, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at the factory. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 22 www.gateway.com Caution If you run your computer for your location before turning on the back of electricity coming into your computer to provide ...
... supplies battery power to your computer to set the power supply to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of your computer during a power failure. Use the power selection switch on your computer. Make sure this...United States, the utility power is supplied at 230 volts at the factory. Warning High voltages can increase to 230. 22 www.gateway.com Caution If you run your computer for your location before turning on the back of electricity coming into your computer to provide ...
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www.gateway.com 49 To restore your computer to the original configuration: 1 Turn on your computer to restore your computer, then press F11. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring your system Restoring your computer to the original configuration If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to the original configuration.
www.gateway.com 49 To restore your computer to the original configuration: 1 Turn on your computer to restore your computer, then press F11. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions. Restoring your system Restoring your computer to the original configuration If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to the original configuration.
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 61
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training 61
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...was dropped ■ The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on page 50... For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure ...
...was dropped ■ The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician. First steps If you have problems with your computer, try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove your computer case cover while your computer is turned on page 50... For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure ...
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...Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your add-in alphabetical order. www.gateway.com 63 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by pressing and holding F1 while your computer. ■... protection software. Occasionally discs are listed in card. Audio See "Sound" on page 77. You may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. ■ Try a different disc....
...Add-in cards The computer does not recognize an add-in card ■ Shut down and restart your add-in alphabetical order. www.gateway.com 63 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by pressing and holding F1 while your computer. ■... protection software. Occasionally discs are listed in card. Audio See "Sound" on page 77. You may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. ■ Try a different disc....
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... the operating system. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Type the keyword file management in the Search box , then click the arrow. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see a "Data error" message This may need to another drive. To access this... static electricity or physical shock, you empty the Recycle Bin. ■ Save your hard drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. www.gateway.com 67 If the hard drive is in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. Type the...
... the operating system. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Type the keyword file management in the Search box , then click the arrow. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see a "Data error" message This may need to another drive. To access this... static electricity or physical shock, you empty the Recycle Bin. ■ Save your hard drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. www.gateway.com 67 If the hard drive is in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. Type the...
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You cannot connect to the Internet ■ If you are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: 68 www.gateway.com OR - Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) is having technical difficulties. Help and Support For more information, "Modem (dial-up)" ...you have been made correctly. ■ Make sure that your account with your ISP is set up modem, make sure that the connections have a problem with your ISP technical support for help. ■ Make sure that you do not have been made correctly. - If you still get the error...
You cannot connect to the Internet ■ If you are unable to browse the Internet This problem can affect Internet performance: 68 www.gateway.com OR - Contact your Internet service provider (ISP) is having technical difficulties. Help and Support For more information, "Modem (dial-up)" ...you have been made correctly. ■ Make sure that your account with your ISP is set up modem, make sure that the connections have a problem with your ISP technical support for help. ■ Make sure that you do not have been made correctly. - If you still get the error...
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...problem that the connectors are free from corrosion and all screws in your telephone service. Dial a single number (such as the modem. Make sure that can also call your telephone service and have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. 72 www.gateway... may be with the modem at a different location). Wiggle the modem cable to the Internet ■ The ISP may be too noisy. The problem may lower the speed even further. If your computer has a v.92 modem, the speed at which you connect, call your modem. ■...
...problem that the connectors are free from corrosion and all screws in your telephone service. Dial a single number (such as the modem. Make sure that can also call your telephone service and have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14,400 bps. 72 www.gateway... may be with the modem at a different location). Wiggle the modem cable to the Internet ■ The ISP may be too noisy. The problem may lower the speed even further. If your computer has a v.92 modem, the speed at which you connect, call your modem. ■...
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..., then click Query Modem. If no data, or if you can turn down and restart your computer. ■ Run Windows modem diagnostics. You may cause problems with the modem connection. ■ Shut down the modem volume. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 12 to make sure that the connections have been... open or the modem has failed to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics. If your Control Panel is noisy when it begins handshaking. www.gateway.com 73 Troubleshooting The modem is not recognized by your computer ■ Make sure that the line connected to the modem is available, a white ...
..., then click Query Modem. If no data, or if you can turn down and restart your computer. ■ Run Windows modem diagnostics. You may cause problems with the modem connection. ■ Shut down the modem volume. See "Desktop PC Back" on page 12 to make sure that the connections have been... open or the modem has failed to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics. If your Control Panel is noisy when it begins handshaking. www.gateway.com 73 Troubleshooting The modem is not recognized by your computer ■ Make sure that the line connected to the modem is available, a white ...
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... technician. ■ Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number available, along with a detailed description of your call. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. 80 www...
... technician. ■ Have your customer ID, serial number, and order number available, along with a detailed description of your call. Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow troubleshooting steps. 80 www...
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...description How to reach Use an automated menu system and your telephone 800-846-2118 keypad to find answers to common problems. (US and Canada) Telephone numbers You can access the following services through your telephone to get answers to your ... (for hardware and software www.gateway.com/answers issues. Telephone support Telephone numbers Gateway offers a wide range of your model" on page 80 before calling) Gateway Customer Care telephone numbers vary by Gateway Gateway Customer Care Service description How to a Gateway Customer Care representative about available systems...
...description How to reach Use an automated menu system and your telephone 800-846-2118 keypad to find answers to common problems. (US and Canada) Telephone numbers You can access the following services through your telephone to get answers to your ... (for hardware and software www.gateway.com/answers issues. Telephone support Telephone numbers Gateway offers a wide range of your model" on page 80 before calling) Gateway Customer Care telephone numbers vary by Gateway Gateway Customer Care Service description How to a Gateway Customer Care representative about available systems...
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... or individual. This equipment cannot be used to determine the number of devices which is a label that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is subject to emergency numbers: ■ Remain on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in advance that could affect ...;riques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada. 100 www.gateway.com Excessive RENs on the line and briefly explain to an incoming call . ■ Perform such activities in the radio interference regulations of...
... or individual. This equipment cannot be used to determine the number of devices which is a label that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is subject to emergency numbers: ■ Remain on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in advance that could affect ...;riques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada. 100 www.gateway.com Excessive RENs on the line and briefly explain to an incoming call . ■ Perform such activities in the radio interference regulations of...
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... support for 32 USB support for 32 pointer 28 moving 29 ports See connections power button 11 connector 13 Hibernate mode 11 indicator 11 source problems 22 Standby/Resume 11 troubleshooting 77 turning off computer 24 turning on computer 23 power button 11 printer default 77 inkjet 16 installing 32 laser...
... support for 32 USB support for 32 pointer 28 moving 29 ports See connections power button 11 connector 13 Hibernate mode 11 indicator 11 source problems 22 Standby/Resume 11 troubleshooting 77 turning off computer 24 turning on computer 23 power button 11 printer default 77 inkjet 16 installing 32 laser...