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... the properties for the digital pen, tablet buttons, display screen, and Input Panel. • Table PC Input Panel (TIP)-Use its writing pad or soft keyboard for files and folders A file or folder that may have many levels (usually many more criteria than a file cabinet, in fact). So you need . ...you usually will have to search through levels of folders to find the file or folder that they may have the Tablet PC features. www.gateway.com Using advanced search options Search can find the file or folder you need is called browsing. You can search by selecting the search options...
... the properties for the digital pen, tablet buttons, display screen, and Input Panel. • Table PC Input Panel (TIP)-Use its writing pad or soft keyboard for files and folders A file or folder that may have many levels (usually many more criteria than a file cabinet, in fact). So you need . ...you usually will have to search through levels of folders to find the file or folder that they may have the Tablet PC features. www.gateway.com Using advanced search options Search can find the file or folder you need is called browsing. You can search by selecting the search options...
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www.gateway.com Using gestures A gesture is a shape you draw with your digital pen to send a command to -left line. Gesture To accomplish Backspace Draw a right-to .... • Line up , then horizontally to avoid prolonged pressure on the pen tip. • The digital pen has internal electronics, so keep it on a standard keyboard. Press it and tap (button-tap) to -right line. Space Draw a left Tab Draw a vertical line up the pointer with liquids. 15 Using the digital...
www.gateway.com Using gestures A gesture is a shape you draw with your digital pen to send a command to -left line. Gesture To accomplish Backspace Draw a right-to .... • Line up , then horizontally to avoid prolonged pressure on the pen tip. • The digital pen has internal electronics, so keep it on a standard keyboard. Press it and tap (button-tap) to -right line. Space Draw a left Tab Draw a vertical line up the pointer with liquids. 15 Using the digital...
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... tips • Open a program for your input (for example, a word processing program or a Web form) before using the writing pad or soft keyboard. • To adjust writing pad and keyboard settings, click or tap Tools, then click or tap Options. • For security and accuracy when entering masked text (such as passwords... writing pad by tapping or clicking the buttons near the top left side of the screen to enter data by hand or soft keyboard into a word processing program or a text-entry form. Use the TIP to open the Tablet Input Panel (TIP). CHAPTER 2: Using Windows Using the Tablet ...
... tips • Open a program for your input (for example, a word processing program or a Web form) before using the writing pad or soft keyboard. • To adjust writing pad and keyboard settings, click or tap Tools, then click or tap Options. • For security and accuracy when entering masked text (such as passwords... writing pad by tapping or clicking the buttons near the top left side of the screen to enter data by hand or soft keyboard into a word processing program or a text-entry form. Use the TIP to open the Tablet Input Panel (TIP). CHAPTER 2: Using Windows Using the Tablet ...
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... want to a different file, folder, or running program Press ALT + TAB. 19 To... Do this... www.gateway.com Shortcuts Help For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type Windows keyboard shortcuts in the list. graphic Paste a file, folder, text, or graphic Select multiple items in a list...
... want to a different file, folder, or running program Press ALT + TAB. 19 To... Do this... www.gateway.com Shortcuts Help For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type Windows keyboard shortcuts in the list. graphic Paste a file, folder, text, or graphic Select multiple items in a list...
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... Windows Media Center: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Center. The Windows Media Center's main screen opens. 3 Use the arrow buttons on your keyboard to select a Media Center menu option, then press OK. • TV + Movies lets you play TV programs you have recorded, play a DVD or Blu-ray...
... Windows Media Center: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Center. The Windows Media Center's main screen opens. 3 Use the arrow buttons on your keyboard to select a Media Center menu option, then press OK. • TV + Movies lets you play TV programs you have recorded, play a DVD or Blu-ray...
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...Speech Recognition Options. To set up microphone configures your microphone to work correctly with your mouse pointer. • Start On-Screen Keyboard displays a keyboard on the screen. The Speech Recognition Options window opens. 2 Click one of the following settings to start setting up speech recognition...: • Start Speech Recognition turns on speech recognition. www.gateway.com 2 In the Quick access to common tools section, click ...
...Speech Recognition Options. To set up microphone configures your microphone to work correctly with your mouse pointer. • Start On-Screen Keyboard displays a keyboard on the screen. The Speech Recognition Options window opens. 2 Click one of the following settings to start setting up speech recognition...: • Start Speech Recognition turns on speech recognition. www.gateway.com 2 In the Quick access to common tools section, click ...
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www.gateway.com To check the hard drive for errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that you ... drive is running, do not use a file, Windows must search for errors, you see this prompt, click Schedule disc check. Also, if you restart your keyboard or mouse because using them back together. Help For more information about checking the hard drive for errors: 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. Tip Because...
www.gateway.com To check the hard drive for errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that you ... drive is running, do not use a file, Windows must search for errors, you see this prompt, click Schedule disc check. Also, if you restart your keyboard or mouse because using them back together. Help For more information about checking the hard drive for errors: 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. Tip Because...
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...53 viewing list 9 fragmentation 89 G gadgets adding 69 configuring 69 configuring Sidebar 70 control panel 70 Sidebar 69 using 69 game access restricting 81 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H hard drive backing up files 90 checking for errors 88 checking for free space 87 ... provider (ISP) 22 connecting to 23 disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address entering 50 ISP See Internet service provider K keyboard icon 16 keyboard shortcuts 19 L LCD panel using screen saver 68 links 23 M maintenance backing up files 90 checking for drive errors 88 checking hard ...
...53 viewing list 9 fragmentation 89 G gadgets adding 69 configuring 69 configuring Sidebar 70 control panel 70 Sidebar 69 using 69 game access restricting 81 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H hard drive backing up files 90 checking for errors 88 checking for free space 87 ... provider (ISP) 22 connecting to 23 disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address entering 50 ISP See Internet service provider K keyboard icon 16 keyboard shortcuts 19 L LCD panel using screen saver 68 links 23 M maintenance backing up files 90 checking for drive errors 88 checking hard ...
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... sharing drives 53 folders 53 printer 54 shortcuts adding to desktop 8 closing programs 19 closing windows 19 copying 19 deleting files and folders 19 keyboard 19 pasting 19 renaming files and folders 19 selecting adjacent items in list 19 selecting items in list 19 switching between files, folders, or... virus protecting against 59 removing 59 W WAV file 32 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 Windows clipboard 10 Search utility 12 Windows Media ...
... sharing drives 53 folders 53 printer 54 shortcuts adding to desktop 8 closing programs 19 closing windows 19 copying 19 deleting files and folders 19 keyboard 19 pasting 19 renaming files and folders 19 selecting adjacent items in list 19 selecting items in list 19 switching between files, folders, or... virus protecting against 59 removing 59 W WAV file 32 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 Windows clipboard 10 Search utility 12 Windows Media ...
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... 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 LCD panel 15 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started... your notebook 24 Waking up your notebook 25 Turning off your notebook 25 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 26 Using the status indicators 27 Using the keyboard 29 i
... 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 LCD panel 15 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started... your notebook 24 Waking up your notebook 25 Turning off your notebook 25 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 26 Using the status indicators 27 Using the keyboard 29 i
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www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving battery power 73 Using alternate power sources 74 Changing power modes ... Power 85 Additional tips 85 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 87 Caring for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook 88 Cleaning the exterior 89 Cleaning the keyboard 89 Cleaning the notebook screen 89 Maintaining the battery 90 Storing batteries 90 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 91 Recovering your system 91 Creating recovery discs...
www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving battery power 73 Using alternate power sources 74 Changing power modes ... Power 85 Additional tips 85 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 87 Caring for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook 88 Cleaning the exterior 89 Cleaning the keyboard 89 Cleaning the notebook screen 89 Maintaining the battery 90 Storing batteries 90 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 91 Recovering your system 91 Creating recovery discs...
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... Diskette drive (external 113 Display 114 DVD drives 115 Ethernet 117 Express Cards 117 File management 117 Fingerprint reader 118 Hard drive 118 Internet 119 Keyboard 120 Media Center 121 Memory 124 Memory card reader 125 Modem (cable or DSL 125 Modem (dial-up 125 Mouse 128 Networks (wired 129 Networks... (wireless 131 Passwords 133 Power 133 Printer 134 Sound 135 Status indicators 135 Touchpad 136 Video 136 Telephone support 136 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 136 iv
... Diskette drive (external 113 Display 114 DVD drives 115 Ethernet 117 Express Cards 117 File management 117 Fingerprint reader 118 Hard drive 118 Internet 119 Keyboard 120 Media Center 121 Memory 124 Memory card reader 125 Modem (cable or DSL 125 Modem (dial-up 125 Mouse 128 Networks (wired 129 Networks... (wireless 131 Passwords 133 Power 133 Printer 134 Sound 135 Status indicators 135 Touchpad 136 Video 136 Telephone support 136 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 136 iv
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... Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-Picture Card™cards. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch Express Card slot Component Ethernet jack Memory card reader HDMI... ports. 7 Plug USB devices (such as a high definition television, into this jack. Plug an HDMI device, such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader.
... Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-Picture Card™cards. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch Express Card slot Component Ethernet jack Memory card reader HDMI... ports. 7 Plug USB devices (such as a high definition television, into this jack. Plug an HDMI device, such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader.
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Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 56. To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 56.
Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 56. To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 56.
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...can also configure the power button for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the features of CDs and DVDs. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the ...when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on or off. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Keyboard area for Sleep/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see ...
...can also configure the power button for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the features of CDs and DVDs. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the ...when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on or off. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Keyboard area for Sleep/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see ...
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...indicators" on page 40. Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 27. For more information, see "Using the ...optional fingerprint reader" on page 34. Keyboard area for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) 13 Provides enhanced security. www.gateway.com Component Touchpad Fingerprint reader (optional) Status indicators Icon Description...
...indicators" on page 40. Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 27. For more information, see "Using the ...optional fingerprint reader" on page 34. Keyboard area for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) 13 Provides enhanced security. www.gateway.com Component Touchpad Fingerprint reader (optional) Status indicators Icon Description...
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... Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is in . For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the optional fingerprint reader" on page 78. For more...optional) Provides enhanced security. Power button Press to control playback of CDs and DVDs. Touchpad Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on or off. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the power on page ...
... Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is in . For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the optional fingerprint reader" on page 78. For more...optional) Provides enhanced security. Power button Press to control playback of CDs and DVDs. Touchpad Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on or off. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the power on page ...
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... dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting...
... dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting...
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... should not reflect on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and screen so you use an external keyboard, raise the notebook so the top of fire and personal injury.
... should not reflect on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and screen so you use an external keyboard, raise the notebook so the top of fire and personal injury.
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... • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use the keyboard and touchpad. If the desk is not adjustable or is too tall, consider using an adjustable chair..., distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat ...surface for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of your spine. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • Take breaks...
... • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use the keyboard and touchpad. If the desk is not adjustable or is too tall, consider using an adjustable chair..., distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat ...surface for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of your spine. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • Take breaks...