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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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...pleased with fast, considerate service. We are provided with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to our customers-to provide best-of services and support. Thanks again, from your new notebook....brand-name components at affordable prices. We have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. 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 in addition to come. Please ...
...pleased with fast, considerate service. We are provided with our range of -class service and support in good operating condition. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to our customers-to provide best-of services and support. Thanks again, from your new notebook....brand-name components at affordable prices. We have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. 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 in addition to come. Please ...
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Broadband Internet settings differ from any specific instructions they have not already done so. If the connection is equipped with RJ-45 connectors (like a large telephone jack connector, but with eight pins) ... of cable is not working correctly. Plug your Ethernet cable into your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at www.gateway.com. Connecting network cables We recommend using your current setup. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook Setting up your network, you should contact your ISP for any...
Broadband Internet settings differ from any specific instructions they have not already done so. If the connection is equipped with RJ-45 connectors (like a large telephone jack connector, but with eight pins) ... of cable is not working correctly. Plug your Ethernet cable into your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at www.gateway.com. Connecting network cables We recommend using your current setup. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook Setting up your network, you should contact your ISP for any...
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...viruses or view your computer, click Restart Now. 51 This means that you are not allowed. Each computer name must be different than any specific instructions they have a name, type a unique computer name in the Computer name box. If you do not set up your router (wired...) or access point (wireless network). When you have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that comes with no blank spaces. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have set up your access point A...
...viruses or view your computer, click Restart Now. 51 This means that you are not allowed. Each computer name must be different than any specific instructions they have a name, type a unique computer name in the Computer name box. If you do not set up your router (wired...) or access point (wireless network). When you have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that comes with no blank spaces. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have set up your access point A...
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To use McAfee Parental Controls to configure, then set the options for 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. Using McAfee Parental Controls You can use McAfee Parental Controls: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 65 www.gateway.com 4 Click the grey Virus protection is enabled bar to expand that scan type. 6 Click OK.
To use McAfee Parental Controls to configure, then set the options for 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. Using McAfee Parental Controls You can use McAfee Parental Controls: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 65 www.gateway.com 4 Click the grey Virus protection is enabled bar to expand that scan type. 6 Click OK.
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The settings are saved. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 3 Click Set game ratings. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up parental controls for , then click Games. The Game Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click Block or Allow specific games. 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. To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user.
The settings are saved. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 3 Click Set game ratings. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up parental controls for , then click Games. The Game Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click Block or Allow specific games. 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. To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user.
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... run • Logon times 89 The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up restrictions for, then click Allow and block specific programs. The Application Restrictions dialog box opens. 3 Click [User name] can only use : 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and ...for , then click View activity reports. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to create a report for any user. www.gateway.com 4 Click the level of access you want for each program you want to allow , click the checkbox for each game listed, then click ...
... run • Logon times 89 The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to set up restrictions for, then click Allow and block specific programs. The Application Restrictions dialog box opens. 3 Click [User name] can only use : 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and ...for , then click View activity reports. The Parental Controls dialog box opens. 2 Click the user account to create a report for any user. www.gateway.com 4 Click the level of access you want for each program you want to allow , click the checkbox for each game listed, then click ...
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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
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... your model of your notebook contains information about contacting Gateway Customer Care. 2 Accessing your online User Guide In addition to this section are specific to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, ...easy-to your online User Guide. Contacting Gateway Customer Care A label on your online User Guide: ...
... your model of your notebook contains information about contacting Gateway Customer Care. 2 Accessing your online User Guide In addition to this section are specific to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, ...easy-to your online User Guide. Contacting Gateway Customer Care A label on your online User Guide: ...
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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. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on ...the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number A label on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance...
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. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on ...the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number A label on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance...
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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. 29 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. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard.
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. 29 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. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard.
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...to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). Function keys Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform a specific action. Navigation keys Press these keys to turn on the numeric keypad. FN key Press the FN key in combination with other actions when pressed... with another key. Windows key Press this key for different purposes. For more about the function key actions. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to perform specific actions. See the program documentation to shortcut menus and help .
...to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). Function keys Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform a specific action. Navigation keys Press these keys to turn on the numeric keypad. FN key Press the FN key in combination with other actions when pressed... with another key. Windows key Press this key for different purposes. For more about the function key actions. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to perform specific actions. See the program documentation to shortcut menus and help .
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.... Discard used batteries according to AC power you must turn off while changing the battery. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide...
.... Discard used batteries according to AC power you must turn off while changing the battery. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide...
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Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive, and your Start menu does not contain Gateway Recovery Center as an option, you must recover your software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 97. 95 For instructions, ...see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using software and driver recovery discs you have created. The Gateway Recovery Center opens. www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs...
Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive, and your Start menu does not contain Gateway Recovery Center as an option, you must recover your software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 97. 95 For instructions, ...see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using software and driver recovery discs you have created. The Gateway Recovery Center opens. www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs...
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...Regardless of a wireless device in , is not listed, please contact your notebook system. however care should be used . Contact Gateway for additional information. Wireless devices that may be allowed. Some circumstances require restrictions on the system rating label. Modification to make...the lid should be taken to a wireless device will be operated (or co-located) in your local Radio Approval agency for specific countries are not user-serviceable. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Low power, Radio transmitter type ...
...Regardless of a wireless device in , is not listed, please contact your notebook system. however care should be used . Contact Gateway for additional information. Wireless devices that may be allowed. Some circumstances require restrictions on the system rating label. Modification to make...the lid should be taken to a wireless device will be operated (or co-located) in your local Radio Approval agency for specific countries are not user-serviceable. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Low power, Radio transmitter type ...
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... of landfills for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our quality of life by disposing of new Gateway equipment. With your product's user guide and we suggest that have been used batteries properly. Should the unit ever need further ... prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and are highly recoverable, recyclable, and reusable. For additional recycling information specific to human health. Call Gateway to see if this product is your reminder to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of our natural ...
... of landfills for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our quality of life by disposing of new Gateway equipment. With your product's user guide and we suggest that have been used batteries properly. Should the unit ever need further ... prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and are highly recoverable, recyclable, and reusable. For additional recycling information specific to human health. Call Gateway to see if this product is your reminder to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of our natural ...
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...so the bottom is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide the battery latch. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Technical Support See the label on . Recycle or dispose of your notebook. Do not...the battery while your notebook is turned on the bottom of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product names are...
...so the bottom is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide the battery latch. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Technical Support See the label on . Recycle or dispose of your notebook. Do not...the battery while your notebook is turned on the bottom of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product names are...