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... 30 Updates 79 AC power adapter 30 Windows Remote Assistance 81 Battery pack 31 Battery pack characteristics 31 Recovery 82 Installing or removing the battery Gateway Recovery Management 82 pack 33 Creating recovery discs 82 Charging the battery 34 Recovering your computer 14 Top view - TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 4 Optimizing battery life 34 Wireless connection 4 Battery-low warning 35 Registration 5 Software 37 Software installation 6 Recovery 6 Having trouble 6 Using Windows and your software 37 Welcome Center 37 Internet security offer...
... 30 Updates 79 AC power adapter 30 Windows Remote Assistance 81 Battery pack 31 Battery pack characteristics 31 Recovery 82 Installing or removing the battery Gateway Recovery Management 82 pack 33 Creating recovery discs 82 Charging the battery 34 Recovering your computer 14 Top view - TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 4 Optimizing battery life 34 Wireless connection 4 Battery-low warning 35 Registration 5 Software 37 Software installation 6 Recovery 6 Having trouble 6 Using Windows and your software 37 Welcome Center 37 Internet security offer...
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... setup instructions, it , open the Launch Manager and make sure Wi-Fi is On. • Your computer will then configure installed software. Your computer will detect and display any available networks, select your network and enter the password, if required. • After a short delay, your computing experience. After setting up and starting your computer, as shown in your computer should connect to the Internet. If your network...
... setup instructions, it , open the Launch Manager and make sure Wi-Fi is On. • Your computer will then configure installed software. Your computer will detect and display any available networks, select your network and enter the password, if required. • After a short delay, your computing experience. After setting up and starting your computer, as shown in your computer should connect to the Internet. If your network...
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Gateway support Make sure you write down any error message that accompanies the problem, and have the computer in front of you to create recovery discs and then to support your computer; Having these items to hand when contacting us , please write down your computer serial number, date and place of purchase and model name on if possible. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Your computer...
Gateway support Make sure you write down any error message that accompanies the problem, and have the computer in front of you to create recovery discs and then to support your computer; Having these items to hand when contacting us , please write down your computer serial number, date and place of purchase and model name on if possible. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Your computer...
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Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. Social Networking Opens the Social Networks application. − If this application is clearly marked with an icon. Icon Function Description Fn Hotkey for second Activates a second function on certain keys. Getting to F12 keys. function E.g. Indicates the computer's battery status. − Charging: The light shows amber when 4 Battery indicator the battery is closed. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. 5 Click buttons (left...
Special keys Your computer's keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. Social Networking Opens the Social Networks application. − If this application is clearly marked with an icon. Icon Function Description Fn Hotkey for second Activates a second function on certain keys. Getting to F12 keys. function E.g. Indicates the computer's battery status. − Charging: The light shows amber when 4 Battery indicator the battery is closed. Communication indicator Indicates the computer's wireless connectivity device status. 5 Click buttons (left...
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RIGHT VIEW 1 2 3 4 # Icon Item 1 Multi-in-1 card reader Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). − Push to stay cool. − Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Only one card can operate at any given time. # Icon Item 4 Ventilation and cooling fan 5 USB 2.0 port Description Allows the computer to remove/install the card. Connect to know your computer - 21 Getting to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
RIGHT VIEW 1 2 3 4 # Icon Item 1 Multi-in-1 card reader Description Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). − Push to stay cool. − Do not cover or obstruct the openings. Only one card can operate at any given time. # Icon Item 4 Ventilation and cooling fan 5 USB 2.0 port Description Allows the computer to remove/install the card. Connect to know your computer - 21 Getting to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera).
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For instructions on how to connect different external devices to insert the card, try reorientating the card slightly. 3. Push the card until it clicks into the port. Memory card reader Memory cards are used in a wide selection of the card will extend from beyond the slot. Upgrading your computer. Align the card so that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. Inserting a memory card 1. Carefully slide the card into...
For instructions on how to connect different external devices to insert the card, try reorientating the card slightly. 3. Push the card until it clicks into the port. Memory card reader Memory cards are used in a wide selection of the card will extend from beyond the slot. Upgrading your computer. Align the card so that the connector points towards the port, with the connectors facing down. 2. Inserting a memory card 1. Carefully slide the card into...
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... specifications of the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Click on Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Personalization. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided. 3. Make sure that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Note: To access the display controls: Click on the Display category, then select Change Display Settings. 28 Follow these steps to connect...
... specifications of the monitor. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Connect the monitor power cable and plug it into a properly grounded wall outlet. 4. Click on Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Personalization. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided. 3. Make sure that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Note: To access the display controls: Click on the Display category, then select Change Display Settings. 28 Follow these steps to connect...
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Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in speakers. Plugging an audio device to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. Use the HDMI port on your...
Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in speakers. Plugging an audio device to the headphone port disables the built-in microphone. Use the HDMI port on your...
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... Card if it will continue to see the battery's present charge level. You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on the taskbar to draw power (for selected models). • Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates...
... Card if it will continue to see the battery's present charge level. You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on the taskbar to draw power (for selected models). • Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates...
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... information. Gateway Recovery Management To prepare your photos with Windows Live Photo Gallery. See page 82 for system recovery options, you to provide an improved media experience. 38 from the most recent online threats and protects your ideas, solve problems and simplify everyday projects with Office 2010. Express your personal data (bank account credentials, credit card numbers, passwords, and more...
... information. Gateway Recovery Management To prepare your photos with Windows Live Photo Gallery. See page 82 for system recovery options, you to provide an improved media experience. 38 from the most recent online threats and protects your ideas, solve problems and simplify everyday projects with Office 2010. Express your personal data (bank account credentials, credit card numbers, passwords, and more...
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... Windows Media Audio codec to compress or decompress a digital media file, such as a song or video. Windows Media Player and other programs use codecs to the table below for more information. DVD content is coded with one of six regions. For example, when you to decompress the file so the music can play DVD movies on the Web Help button in the error...
... Windows Media Audio codec to compress or decompress a digital media file, such as a song or video. Windows Media Player and other programs use codecs to the table below for more information. DVD content is coded with one of six regions. For example, when you to decompress the file so the music can play DVD movies on the Web Help button in the error...
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... Update button is active, you may download and install an updated version of the Social Networks application. The first button, and the section viewed when a tab is checked (the refresh frequency) and logout from specifc networks in the bottom bar to see specific settings; If there are the News Feed (for Facebook), Most Viewed for YouTube and Contacts for the social networks. Live Update...
... Update button is active, you may download and install an updated version of the Social Networks application. The first button, and the section viewed when a tab is checked (the refresh frequency) and logout from specifc networks in the bottom bar to see specific settings; If there are the News Feed (for Facebook), Most Viewed for YouTube and Contacts for the social networks. Live Update...
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... computer. Wireless adapter An internal wireless adapter is used to connect peripheral devices to the access point. Access point/router 2. Network (RJ45) cables 6 4 1 3 72 54 Portable computer 6. services. Diagram of cable may also be used to connect the host computer to activate or disactivate the adapter. Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is normally already installed in Windows allow you to the access point (see illustration below); A button or controls in your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.
... computer. Wireless adapter An internal wireless adapter is used to connect peripheral devices to the access point. Access point/router 2. Network (RJ45) cables 6 4 1 3 72 54 Portable computer 6. services. Diagram of cable may also be used to connect the host computer to activate or disactivate the adapter. Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is normally already installed in Windows allow you to the access point (see illustration below); A button or controls in your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions.
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.... If your Internet access installed and you are connected, click on the Internet Explorer shortcut located on or off, or control what is prohibited. Warning: Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft is shared over the network with the network management options. Turning on/off a wireless network connection Most computers feature a 'WiFi' button that turns the network connection on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Internet Explorer provides an easy and secure web browsing experience. Internet - 55
.... If your Internet access installed and you are connected, click on the Internet Explorer shortcut located on or off, or control what is prohibited. Warning: Using wireless devices while flying in aircraft is shared over the network with the network management options. Turning on/off a wireless network connection Most computers feature a 'WiFi' button that turns the network connection on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Internet Explorer provides an easy and secure web browsing experience. Internet - 55
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... key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. Your computer will open System Restore. driver installations or specific software). System Restore options Restore your computer to the selected date and time. 78 By default Windows saves snapshots of itself when major changes are made to an earlier time This option will not restore lost documents either). Select Windows System Restore and click Next. This is useful when a driver installation...
... key upon start-up when the Gateway logo appears. Your computer will open System Restore. driver installations or specific software). System Restore options Restore your computer to the selected date and time. 78 By default Windows saves snapshots of itself when major changes are made to an earlier time This option will not restore lost documents either). Select Windows System Restore and click Next. This is useful when a driver installation...
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If reinstalling software or drivers does not help fix your system to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you will restore your system: 1. RECOVERING YOUR SYSTEM If Gateway support did not help , then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly. 86 For instructions on...
If reinstalling software or drivers does not help fix your system to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you will restore your system: 1. RECOVERING YOUR SYSTEM If Gateway support did not help , then the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly. 86 For instructions on...
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... want, click on Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 88 Opening the recovery tool If you have created. • New software - You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup you are recovering using the restore point you may restart your computer, follow that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - Your system is restored using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer, you need to reinstall the software and device drivers that did not...
... want, click on Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 88 Opening the recovery tool If you have created. • New software - You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup you are recovering using the restore point you may restart your computer, follow that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers - Your system is restored using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer, you need to reinstall the software and device drivers that did not...
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... a using a USB disk, plug in the USB drive and turn on your computer. 5. When the recovery has finished, a dialog box prompts you its progress. Recovering from your recovery backup To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Turn on your computer, then press Alt+F10 during startup To reinstall Windows and all files on your hard drive. 3. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are recovered. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. Click...
... a using a USB disk, plug in the USB drive and turn on your computer. 5. When the recovery has finished, a dialog box prompts you its progress. Recovering from your recovery backup To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Turn on your computer, then press Alt+F10 during startup To reinstall Windows and all files on your hard drive. 3. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are recovered. Recovering from the hard drive during startup. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. Click...
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... Audio/Video Cables from Thomson KHC001M, KHC012M, KHC028M − Stereo Jack shielded Audio cables from Hama 43330H, 42714H Heat Build-up and Portable Computers The AC adapter and the underside of the computer can become hot after prolonged use. Regulatory information - 103 You then must close the chassis before you must disconnect all power and modem cords, and remove...
... Audio/Video Cables from Thomson KHC001M, KHC012M, KHC028M − Stereo Jack shielded Audio cables from Hama 43330H, 42714H Heat Build-up and Portable Computers The AC adapter and the underside of the computer can become hot after prolonged use. Regulatory information - 103 You then must close the chassis before you must disconnect all power and modem cords, and remove...
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... Restore points 78 Removable media devices 26 S Safe Computing 72 speakers Safety precautions 8 hotkey 18 Security Spyware 59 Antivirus 60 System Restore 77 Updates 69, 79 System tools Windows Action Center 67, 79 Disk Cleanup 73 Social Networks 49 Disk Defragmenter 74 Software Error checking 72 Removing software 75 Windows System Restore 77 Software License 107 T TV tuner 38 U Uninstalling hardware 26 Windows automatic updates ..... 69, 80 universal serial bus 27 User Account Control...
... Restore points 78 Removable media devices 26 S Safe Computing 72 speakers Safety precautions 8 hotkey 18 Security Spyware 59 Antivirus 60 System Restore 77 Updates 69, 79 System tools Windows Action Center 67, 79 Disk Cleanup 73 Social Networks 49 Disk Defragmenter 74 Software Error checking 72 Removing software 75 Windows System Restore 77 Software License 107 T TV tuner 38 U Uninstalling hardware 26 Windows automatic updates ..... 69, 80 universal serial bus 27 User Account Control...