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Just click (Start), then click Help and Support. Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. Click a link, do a search, or simply browse to find what you ...to get information 8 Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer, Gateway offers several options designed to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials...
Just click (Start), then click Help and Support. Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. Click a link, do a search, or simply browse to find what you ...to get information 8 Visit us at www.support.gateway.com. • Help and Support-This collection of Windows help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer, Gateway offers several options designed to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials...
8513031 - Gateway Notebook User Guide for Windows Vista R3
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Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our notebook 2 Using the Gateway Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Contacting Gateway 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 3 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons ...Internet 22 Setting up an Internet account 22 Accessing your Internet account 23 Using the World Wide Web 23 Connecting to a Web site 24 Downloading files 24 Using e-mail 25 Sending e-mail 25 Checking your e-mail 25 Using Windows Fax and Scan 26 Sending a Fax 26 Setting up your...
Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our notebook 2 Using the Gateway Web site 2 Using Help and Support 2 Contacting Gateway 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 3 Chapter 2: Using Windows 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons ...Internet 22 Setting up an Internet account 22 Accessing your Internet account 23 Using the World Wide Web 23 Connecting to a Web site 24 Downloading files 24 Using e-mail 25 Sending e-mail 25 Checking your e-mail 25 Using Windows Fax and Scan 26 Sending a Fax 26 Setting up your...
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.... We sincerely hope that you for years to familiarize yourself with your notebook's software features. Using the Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most stringent quality control tests to help information, ... Help Thank you will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new notebook. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at www.gateway.com. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from ...
.... We sincerely hope that you for years to familiarize yourself with your notebook's software features. Using the Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most stringent quality control tests to help information, ... Help Thank you will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new notebook. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at www.gateway.com. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from ...
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...on the complexity of transferring files from viruses" on page 59. Downloading files Caution To protect your notebook depends on file size and Internet conditions. 24 The time that it takes to transfer the file to your notebook against viruses, make sure that you scan the files you download. Help For..." on page 9. 4 Click the link on the Web page for the file that you want to download. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions for example www.gateway.com), then click GO on the browser address bar. - A copy of the file is the process of the Web page and other Internet conditions. Type...
...on the complexity of transferring files from viruses" on page 59. Downloading files Caution To protect your notebook depends on file size and Internet conditions. 24 The time that it takes to transfer the file to your notebook against viruses, make sure that you scan the files you download. Help For..." on page 9. 4 Click the link on the Web page for the file that you want to download. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions for example www.gateway.com), then click GO on the browser address bar. - A copy of the file is the process of the Web page and other Internet conditions. Type...
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...19 window 9, 19 color changing scheme 67 computers naming 49 configuring router 50 TCP/IP protocol 50 connecting to Internet 23 to Web site 24 copying files across network 55 files and folders 10, 19 text and graphics 19 copyright notice 93 creating desktop icons 8 desktop shortcuts 8 ...Internet 22 Disk Cleanup 88 Disk Defragmenter 89 display using screen saver 68 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 2 Help and Support 2 online help 3 documents creating 17 opening 18 printing 18 saving 17 downloading files 24 drivers updating 2 drives backing up files 90 checking for errors 88 checking for...
...19 window 9, 19 color changing scheme 67 computers naming 49 configuring router 50 TCP/IP protocol 50 connecting to Internet 23 to Web site 24 copying files across network 55 files and folders 10, 19 text and graphics 19 copyright notice 93 creating desktop icons 8 desktop shortcuts 8 ...Internet 22 Disk Cleanup 88 Disk Defragmenter 89 display using screen saver 68 documentation Gateway Web site 2 help 2 Help and Support 2 online help 3 documents creating 17 opening 18 printing 18 saving 17 downloading files 24 drivers updating 2 drives backing up files 90 checking for errors 88 checking for...
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... 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 ... help Media Center 3 online 3 using 2 Help and Support 2 searching 3 starting 2 hyperlinks 23 I Internet account 22 connecting to 23 downloading files 24 filtering 80 requirements to access 22 using 22 Internet service provider (ISP) 22 connecting to 23 disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address...
... 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 ... help Media Center 3 online 3 using 2 Help and Support 2 searching 3 starting 2 hyperlinks 23 I Internet account 22 connecting to 23 downloading files 24 filtering 80 requirements to access 22 using 22 Internet service provider (ISP) 22 connecting to 23 disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address...
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...fax 30 setting up fax cover page template 30 testing network 52 time limits 81 tips digital pen 15 title bar 8 transferring files from Internet 24 files from old computer 91, 92 settings from old computer 91 U un-sharing drives 53 folders 53 updating device drivers 2 Norton 360 61... shared folders 54 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 ...
...fax 30 setting up fax cover page template 30 testing network 52 time limits 81 tips digital pen 15 title bar 8 transferring files from Internet 24 files from old computer 91, 92 settings from old computer 91 U un-sharing drives 53 folders 53 updating device drivers 2 Norton 360 61... shared folders 54 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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help 3 Windows Media Player building music library 36 creating music files 36 creating WMA files 36 editing tack information 37 playing audio CD 33 playing audio file 32 viewing video file 32 Windows Mobility Center 78 Windows Security Center icon 6 using 59 Windows Update 63, 86 WMA file creating 36 editing track information 37 playing 32 Wordpad 17 workgroup naming 49 World Wide Web (WWW) 23 downloading files 24 writing 15 Index 98
help 3 Windows Media Player building music library 36 creating music files 36 creating WMA files 36 editing tack information 37 playing audio CD 33 playing audio file 32 viewing video file 32 Windows Mobility Center 78 Windows Security Center icon 6 using 59 Windows Update 63, 86 WMA file creating 36 editing track information 37 playing 32 Wordpad 17 workgroup naming 49 World Wide Web (WWW) 23 downloading files 24 writing 15 Index 98
8513017 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide with eRecovery R2
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Contents Chapter 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... source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 23 Starting your notebook 24 Waking up your notebook 25 Turning off your notebook 25 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 26 Using the status indicators 27 Using...
Contents Chapter 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... source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 23 Starting your notebook 24 Waking up your notebook 25 Turning off your notebook 25 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 26 Using the status indicators 27 Using...
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Warning To reduce the risk of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. www.gateway.com Connecting the optional dial-up modem Your notebook may have a built-in 56K modem that you can use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for your notebook. 2 Insert the other end of fire, use to connect to a standard telephone line. To connect the optional modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on your dialup modem connection. Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 23
Warning To reduce the risk of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. www.gateway.com Connecting the optional dial-up modem Your notebook may have a built-in 56K modem that you can use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for your notebook. 2 Insert the other end of fire, use to connect to a standard telephone line. To connect the optional modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on your dialup modem connection. Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 23
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... for the first time, follow the on page 78. 3 If you are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to create your first user account. 24 Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing advanced settings" on -screen instructions to select the language and time zone and...
... for the first time, follow the on page 78. 3 If you are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to create your first user account. 24 Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing advanced settings" on -screen instructions to select the language and time zone and...
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... and tested to meet the latest standards for your notebook. Care during use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for safety of information technology equipment. Warning Do not use of this notebook, it ...receiver card, make sure that the safety instructions marked on the notebook and in areas classified as a radiator. • Set up your Gateway system. APPENDIX A: Legal Information Important safety information Warning Always follow all power cables and modem cables from the type of power source indicated ...
... and tested to meet the latest standards for your notebook. Care during use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for safety of information technology equipment. Warning Do not use of this notebook, it ...receiver card, make sure that the safety instructions marked on the notebook and in areas classified as a radiator. • Set up your Gateway system. APPENDIX A: Legal Information Important safety information Warning Always follow all power cables and modem cables from the type of power source indicated ...
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www.gateway.com SpeedStep settings 76 status indicator 6 surge protector 21 troubleshooting 133 turning off notebook 25 turning on notebook 24 printer default 134 installing 62 troubleshooting 134 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 26 opening 41 re-installing 92, 95 projector adding... installing resetting notebook 26 restarting notebook 26 restoring defaults 97 drivers 92, 95 programs 92, 95 software 92, 95 system 91 with Gateway Recovery Management 95 with Windows System Restore 96 right-clicking 42 S safety avoiding repetitive strain 19 caring for notebook 88 general precautions 140...
www.gateway.com SpeedStep settings 76 status indicator 6 surge protector 21 troubleshooting 133 turning off notebook 25 turning on notebook 24 printer default 134 installing 62 troubleshooting 134 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 26 opening 41 re-installing 92, 95 projector adding... installing resetting notebook 26 restarting notebook 26 restoring defaults 97 drivers 92, 95 programs 92, 95 software 92, 95 system 91 with Gateway Recovery Management 95 with Windows System Restore 96 right-clicking 42 S safety avoiding repetitive strain 19 caring for notebook 88 general precautions 140...
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..., 49 controls 49 muting 33, 44, 45, 49 troubleshooting 135 speakers built-in 12, 14 jack 6 SpeedStep technology 76 Start camera button 46 starting notebook 24 programs 41 156 startup password 84 static electricity 102 status indicator wireless Ethernet 28 status indicators battery charge 6, 70 Caps Lock 28 CD drive 28...
..., 49 controls 49 muting 33, 44, 45, 49 troubleshooting 135 speakers built-in 12, 14 jack 6 SpeedStep technology 76 Start camera button 46 starting notebook 24 programs 41 156 startup password 84 static electricity 102 status indicator wireless Ethernet 28 status indicators battery charge 6, 70 Caps Lock 28 CD drive 28...
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www.gateway.com dragging screen objects 42 locating 13, 14 moving pointer 40, 41 moving screen objects 42 opening files, folders, and programs 41 opening shortcut menu ... 129 wireless Ethernet 131 wireless network 131 turning off Bluetooth 32 notebook 25, 26 wireless Ethernet 51 wireless network 8, 32 turning on Bluetooth 32 notebook 24 wireless Ethernet 31 wireless network 8, 31, 51 TV out (HDMI) jack 7, 63 U upgrading 101 USB connecting device 62 port 62 USB port 7, 9 user password 84...
www.gateway.com dragging screen objects 42 locating 13, 14 moving pointer 40, 41 moving screen objects 42 opening files, folders, and programs 41 opening shortcut menu ... 129 wireless Ethernet 131 wireless network 131 turning off Bluetooth 32 notebook 25, 26 wireless Ethernet 51 wireless network 8, 32 turning on Bluetooth 32 notebook 24 wireless Ethernet 31 wireless network 8, 31, 51 TV out (HDMI) jack 7, 63 U upgrading 101 USB connecting device 62 port 62 USB port 7, 9 user password 84...