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www.gateway.com Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 65 Changing screen settings 66 Changing color depth and screen resolution 66 Changing the appearance of windows and backgrounds 67 Selecting a ... the Windows Mobility Center 78 Setting up parental controls 80 Filtering Internet access 80 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 81 Restricting game access 81 Restricting specific programs 83 Creating activity reports 83 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 85 Setting up a maintenance schedule 86 Updating Windows 86 Using BigFix 86 Managing hard drive...
www.gateway.com Chapter 7: Customizing Windows 65 Changing screen settings 66 Changing color depth and screen resolution 66 Changing the appearance of windows and backgrounds 67 Selecting a ... the Windows Mobility Center 78 Setting up parental controls 80 Filtering Internet access 80 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 81 Restricting game access 81 Restricting specific programs 83 Creating activity reports 83 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 85 Setting up a maintenance schedule 86 Updating Windows 86 Using BigFix 86 Managing hard drive...
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...a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from Microsoft. 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... that you will provide you ever 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 Windows and to familiarize yourself with ...
...a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from Microsoft. 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... that you will provide you ever 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 Windows and to familiarize yourself with ...
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... to a router, and crossover cables, used to ISP. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from any specific instructions they have for setting up wired Ethernet network hardware Making sure your computer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. For a crossover cable, the wires...
... to a router, and crossover cables, used to ISP. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance, then click System. 3 Click Device Manager from any specific instructions they have for setting up wired Ethernet network hardware Making sure your computer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. For a crossover cable, the wires...
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Be sure to find out how soon after the installation the line will be unique on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have for setting up a network. Setting up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). To identify this computer ... Names must contain some letters. 49 If the connection is working , contact your Internet service provider. If you are not allowed. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have them already installed. Broadband Internet ...
Be sure to find out how soon after the installation the line will be unique on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have for setting up a network. Setting up your router (wired network) or access point (wireless network). To identify this computer ... Names must contain some letters. 49 If the connection is working , contact your Internet service provider. If you are not allowed. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have them already installed. Broadband Internet ...
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CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 3 Click Set game ratings. The settings are saved. To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user. 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. 82 The Game Restrictions dialog box opens. 4 Click the level of games you want allowed, then click OK.
CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 3 Click Set game ratings. The settings are saved. To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user. 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. 82 The Game Restrictions dialog box opens. 4 Click the level of games you want allowed, then click OK.
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... To create a report of a user's notebook and Internet use the programs I allow access to, 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 parental controls for any user.... Tip Click Check All, then click to uncheck the checkboxes of the programs you want to allow , click the checkbox for each game listed, then click OK. www.gateway...
... To create a report of a user's notebook and Internet use the programs I allow access to, 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 parental controls for any user.... Tip Click Check All, then click to uncheck the checkboxes of the programs you want to allow , click the checkbox for each game listed, then click OK. www.gateway...
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www.gateway.com activity reports 83 blocking specific games 82 game ratings 81 Internet filtering 80 restricting game access 81, 82 restricting programs 83 scheduling computer use 81 scheduling Internet access 81 time ... 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 Center 41 97
www.gateway.com activity reports 83 blocking specific games 82 game ratings 81 Internet filtering 80 restricting game access 81, 82 restricting programs 83 scheduling computer use 81 scheduling Internet access 81 time ... 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 Center 41 97
8512949 - Component Replacement Manual R0
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...present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. All other countries. Technical Support See the label on . Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information....the battery while your notebook is turned on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. Locating Components Battery 1 To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go...
...present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. All other countries. Technical Support See the label on . Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information....the battery while your notebook is turned on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. Locating Components Battery 1 To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go...
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..., see your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Gateway model and serial number A label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your model of... Gateway notebook. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files •... About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to this information if you call for assistance. 2
..., see your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Gateway model and serial number A label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your model of... Gateway notebook. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files •... About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to this information if you call for assistance. 2
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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 includes the product key code for your notebook's label. www.gateway.com Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on your operating system.
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 includes the product key code for your notebook's label. www.gateway.com Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on your operating system.
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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. 29
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. 29
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... utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). Application key Press this key to open help assistants in combination with a colored system key to perform specific actions. FN key Press the FN key in combination with another key. Windows key Press this key for different purposes. This key can also be... used in combination with the FN key to perform a specific action. Arrow keys Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to the end of a line, up the page...
... utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). Application key Press this key to open help assistants in combination with a colored system key to perform specific actions. FN key Press the FN key in combination with another key. Windows key Press this key for different purposes. This key can also be... used in combination with the FN key to perform a specific action. Arrow keys Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to the end of a line, up the page...
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...used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations. If your work and turn the notebook off the notebook. 2 Turn your Gateway notebook. 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...while changing the battery. The batteries used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is not plugged into place. 6 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. ...
...used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations. If your work and turn the notebook off the notebook. 2 Turn your Gateway notebook. 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...while changing the battery. The batteries used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is not plugged into place. 6 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. ...
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... not contain Gateway Recovery Center as an option, you must recover your software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 97. 95 www.gateway.com 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. The Gateway Recovery Center...
... not contain Gateway Recovery Center as an option, you must recover your software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 97. 95 www.gateway.com 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. The Gateway Recovery Center...
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...not be operated (or co-located) in your notebook is prohibited. APPENDIX A: Legal Information Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific countries are not user-serviceable. Regardless of a wireless device in the notebook. 146 Important Every country has different restrictions on the system... prior to comply with FCC requirements this notebook may be taken to use in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are present. Caution In order to any move or trip for any other than is well below what...
...not be operated (or co-located) in your notebook is prohibited. APPENDIX A: Legal Information Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific countries are not user-serviceable. Regardless of a wireless device in the notebook. 146 Important Every country has different restrictions on the system... prior to comply with FCC requirements this notebook may be taken to use in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are present. Caution In order to any move or trip for any other than is well below what...
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... into the environment and are highly recoverable, recyclable, and reusable. For additional recycling information specific to your local or regional waste collection administration for recycling. • In some cases, your "end of new Gateway equipment. www.gateway.com All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with your product's user guide and...
... into the environment and are highly recoverable, recyclable, and reusable. For additional recycling information specific to your local or regional waste collection administration for recycling. • In some cases, your "end of new Gateway equipment. www.gateway.com All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with your product's user guide and...