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www.gateway.com Traveling securely 69 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 71 Changing screen settings 72 Changing color depth and screen resolution 72 Changing the appearance of windows and ... the Windows Mobility Center 84 Setting up parental controls 86 Filtering Internet access 86 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 87 Restricting game access 87 Restricting specific programs 89 Creating activity reports 89 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 91 Setting up a maintenance schedule 92 Updating Windows 92 Using BigFix 92 Managing hard drive...
www.gateway.com Traveling securely 69 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 71 Changing screen settings 72 Changing color depth and screen resolution 72 Changing the appearance of windows and ... the Windows Mobility Center 84 Setting up parental controls 86 Filtering Internet access 86 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 87 Restricting game access 87 Restricting specific programs 89 Creating activity reports 89 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 91 Setting up a maintenance schedule 92 Updating Windows 92 Using BigFix 92 Managing hard drive...
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... the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your notebook. Please read this manual carefully to provide best-of your new notebook...
... the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of -class service and support in good operating condition. Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your notebook. Please read this manual carefully to provide best-of your new notebook...
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... the wires on both ends of cable is working , contact your Internet service provider. A router lets you access the Internet connection from any specific instructions they have for your network, you need to install Ethernet cards and drivers on the computers that do not have a broadband connection already ...different colors, left to right). Plug your Ethernet cable into your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at www.gateway.com. To determine which type of cable you have, hold both connectors are available in the same order (same colors, left to right)....
... the wires on both ends of cable is working , contact your Internet service provider. A router lets you access the Internet connection from any specific instructions they have for your network, you need to install Ethernet cards and drivers on the computers that do not have a broadband connection already ...different colors, left to right). Plug your Ethernet cable into your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at www.gateway.com. To determine which type of cable you have, hold both connectors are available in the same order (same colors, left to right)....
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... ISP. Use a workgroup name of wireless equipment you are prompted to install wireless cards and drivers on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that your broadband connection is not working correctly. If you do not set.... Before you begin setting up your network, you should contact your ISP for any required drivers. Names must be activated. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have for setting up a network...
... ISP. Use a workgroup name of wireless equipment you are prompted to install wireless cards and drivers on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that your broadband connection is not working correctly. If you do not set.... Before you begin setting up your network, you should contact your ISP for any required drivers. Names must be activated. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have for setting up a network...
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To use McAfee Parental Controls to configure, then set the options for that scan type. 6 Click OK. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 65 Using McAfee Parental Controls You can use McAfee Parental Controls: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. www.gateway.com 4 Click the grey Virus protection is enabled bar to expand that area, then click Advanced. 5 Click the type of scan you want to restrict your children from accessing specific Web sites or spending too much time on the Internet.
To use McAfee Parental Controls to configure, then set the options for that scan type. 6 Click OK. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 65 Using McAfee Parental Controls You can use McAfee Parental Controls: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. www.gateway.com 4 Click the grey Virus protection is enabled bar to expand that area, then click Advanced. 5 Click the type of scan you want to restrict your children from accessing specific Web sites or spending too much time on the Internet.
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The settings are saved. The Game Overrides dialog box opens. 88 The Game Restrictions dialog box opens. 4 Click the level of games you want allowed, then click OK. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up parental controls for , then click Games. To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user. The Game Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click Block or Allow specific games. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 3 Click Set game ratings.
The settings are saved. The Game Overrides dialog box opens. 88 The Game Restrictions dialog box opens. 4 Click the level of games you want allowed, then click OK. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up parental controls for , then click Games. To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user. The Game Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click Block or Allow specific games. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 3 Click Set game ratings.
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...Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to uncheck the checkboxes of the programs you want for any user. www.gateway.com 4 Click the level of access you want to restrict access to. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user...Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up parental controls for each game listed, then click OK. Restricting specific programs To restrict specific programs: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for , then click View activity...
...Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to uncheck the checkboxes of the programs you want for any user. www.gateway.com 4 Click the level of access you want to restrict access to. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user...Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up parental controls for each game listed, then click OK. Restricting specific programs To restrict specific programs: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for , then click View activity...
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www.gateway.com programs 7 P parental controls 86 activity reports 89 blocking specific games 88 game ratings 87 Internet filtering 86 restricting game access 87, 88 restricting programs 89 scheduling computer use 87 scheduling Internet access 87 time ... virus protecting against 62 removing 62 W WAV file 34 Web browser 22, 23 Web page 23 Web site 23 connecting to 24 downloading files 24 Gateway 2 window 8 close button 9 closing 9, 19 maximize button 9 menu bar 9 minimize button 9 title bar 8 103
www.gateway.com programs 7 P parental controls 86 activity reports 89 blocking specific games 88 game ratings 87 Internet filtering 86 restricting game access 87, 88 restricting programs 89 scheduling computer use 87 scheduling Internet access 87 time ... virus protecting against 62 removing 62 W WAV file 34 Web browser 22, 23 Web page 23 Web site 23 connecting to 24 downloading files 24 Gateway 2 window 8 close button 9 closing 9, 19 maximize button 9 menu bar 9 minimize button 9 title bar 8 103
8512320 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R0
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...on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your model of Gateway notebook. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking...• Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your online User Guide. Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance ...
...on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your model of Gateway notebook. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking...• Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your online User Guide. Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance ...
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CHAPTER 1: About This Reference For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your notebook's label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 4
CHAPTER 1: About This Reference For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your notebook's label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 4
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Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys Windows key FN key Application key Arrow keys Tip You can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. 27 www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port.
Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys Windows key FN key Application key Arrow keys Tip You can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. 27 www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port.
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...For example, pressing F1 may open the Windows Start menu. Windows key Press this key for different purposes. Press FN+ 1 to perform a specific action. For more about the function key actions. This key can also be used in Windows. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Key... types The keyboard has several different types of a document. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to perform specific actions. System keys Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform actions in combination with the FN key...
...For example, pressing F1 may open the Windows Start menu. Windows key Press this key for different purposes. Press FN+ 1 to perform a specific action. For more about the function key actions. This key can also be used in Windows. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Key... types The keyboard has several different types of a document. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to perform specific actions. System keys Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform actions in combination with the FN key...
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.... Keep away from children. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. If your Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook it snaps into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while the notebook...
.... Keep away from children. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. If your Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook it snaps into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while the notebook...
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... discs" on . Label the discs as you have created. Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. www.gateway.com 5 If you do not have enough discs, choose a different disc type, or click Cancel. The...
... discs" on . Label the discs as you have created. Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. www.gateway.com 5 If you do not have enough discs, choose a different disc type, or click Cancel. The...
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...what is only applicable if these devices outdoors is allowed in your local Radio Approval agency for requirements. Caution Only use in the specific country sections (or country group sections). Since your notebook is transmitting. Do not modify them in which may be embedded into ... wireless device in the top third of the power levels, care should be present (embedded) in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are only qualified for use drivers approved for use in a manner to show that may be in your notebook) emit...
...what is only applicable if these devices outdoors is allowed in your local Radio Approval agency for requirements. Caution Only use in the specific country sections (or country group sections). Since your notebook is transmitting. Do not modify them in which may be embedded into ... wireless device in the top third of the power levels, care should be present (embedded) in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are only qualified for use drivers approved for use in a manner to show that may be in your notebook) emit...
8512565 - Component Replacement Manual R1
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... eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Replacing the Battery Replacing the Battery Important If your ...while your notebook is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide the battery latch. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook over so the bottom is turned on. Technical Support See the label on and is not plugged into place. 6 Slide the...
... eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Replacing the Battery Replacing the Battery Important If your ...while your notebook is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide the battery latch. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook over so the bottom is turned on. Technical Support See the label on and is not plugged into place. 6 Slide the...
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... includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes only. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this section are specific to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on...
... includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes only. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this section are specific to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on...
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... the product key code for assistance. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your notebook contains information that...Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on your operating system. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook's label.
... the product key code for assistance. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your notebook contains information that...Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on your operating system. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook's label.
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... that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys Windows key FN key Application key...
... that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys Windows key FN key Application key...
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...to F12 to perform actions in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help assistants in combination with a colored system key to perform specific actions. Navigation keys Press these colored keys in Windows. FN key Press the FN key in combination with another key. Windows key Press...the cursor to the beginning of a document, or to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on the numeric keypad. www.gateway.com Key types The keyboard has several different types of a document. For more about the function key actions. This key can also be used...
...to F12 to perform actions in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help assistants in combination with a colored system key to perform specific actions. Navigation keys Press these colored keys in Windows. FN key Press the FN key in combination with another key. Windows key Press...the cursor to the beginning of a document, or to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on the numeric keypad. www.gateway.com Key types The keyboard has several different types of a document. For more about the function key actions. This key can also be used...