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... a link, do a search, or simply browse to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer, Gateway offers several options designed to find what you're looking for. Just click (Start), then... to get information 8 If you need additional help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer. Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. Visit us at www.support...
... a link, do a search, or simply browse to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer, Gateway offers several options designed to find what you're looking for. Just click (Start), then... to get information 8 If you need additional help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer. Gateway's Web support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Help and Support is easily accessible. Visit us at www.support...
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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... and support in addition to come. To search for a topic. 2 If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at Gateway. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance.... Tip You can also search for a topic: 1 Click (Start), then click Help and Support. 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 you will provide ...
... and support in addition to come. To search for a topic. 2 If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at Gateway. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance.... Tip You can also search for a topic: 1 Click (Start), then click Help and Support. 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 you will provide ...
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... To protect your notebook against viruses, make sure that it takes to transfer the file to your notebook depends on file size and Internet conditions. 24 A copy of the file is the process of your notebook. The time that you scan the files you may need to start your notebook. Type... (transfers) data to your notebook, and displays the page on the site that you want to download. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions for example www.gateway.com), then click GO on a Web page to navigate to store the file on your screen depends on the complexity of the Web site that...
... To protect your notebook against viruses, make sure that it takes to transfer the file to your notebook depends on file size and Internet conditions. 24 A copy of the file is the process of your notebook. The time that you scan the files you may need to start your notebook. Type... (transfers) data to your notebook, and displays the page on the site that you want to download. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions for example www.gateway.com), then click GO on a Web page to navigate to store the file on your screen depends on the complexity of the Web site that...
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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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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 the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 23 Warning To reduce the risk 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.
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 the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 23 Warning To reduce the risk 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.
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... keyboard. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to create your first user account. 24 Do not use the notebook on your lap. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting...
... keyboard. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to create your first user account. 24 Do not use the notebook on your lap. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting...
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... not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. • If your notebook is electrically grounded to provide some protection against personal injury and damage to your Gateway system. This is turned off, a small amount of any kind into a grounding-type outlet. Make sure you provide adequate space, at least ...; Do not spill anything on the notebook. There is properly grounded when in use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for ventilation when you set up your work surface. • The notebook should be operated ...
... not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. • If your notebook is electrically grounded to provide some protection against personal injury and damage to your Gateway system. This is turned off, a small amount of any kind into a grounding-type outlet. Make sure you provide adequate space, at least ...; Do not spill anything on the notebook. There is properly grounded when in use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for ventilation when you set up your work surface. • The notebook should be operated ...
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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...