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....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 backgrounds 73 Selecting a screen saver 74 Changing gadgets 75 Changing system sounds 77 Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings 78 Changing mouse settings 78 Changing touchpad...
....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 backgrounds 73 Selecting a screen saver 74 Changing gadgets 75 Changing system sounds 77 Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings 78 Changing mouse settings 78 Changing touchpad...
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CHAPTER7 Customizing Windows • Changing screen settings • Changing system sounds • Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings • Adding and modifying user accounts • Changing accessibility settings • Setting up parental controls 71
CHAPTER7 Customizing Windows • Changing screen settings • Changing system sounds • Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings • Adding and modifying user accounts • Changing accessibility settings • Setting up parental controls 71
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The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings you want. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings Help For more information about mouse settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. You can : • Switch the left -hand ...
The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Change the settings you want. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings Help For more information about mouse settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. You can : • Switch the left -hand ...
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The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Click the Device Settings tab, then click the device you want to turn the touchpad and optional pointing device on which device you want to modify. 3 If you prefer to use. 79 www.gateway.com Changing touchpad or pointing device settings To change your touchpad or pointing device settings: Shortcut Start Ö Control Panel Ö Hardware and Sound Ö Mouse 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Hardware and Sound, click Mouse. Tip You can turn the device on or off , depending on or off , click Enable or Disable.
The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. 2 Click the Device Settings tab, then click the device you want to turn the touchpad and optional pointing device on which device you want to modify. 3 If you prefer to use. 79 www.gateway.com Changing touchpad or pointing device settings To change your touchpad or pointing device settings: Shortcut Start Ö Control Panel Ö Hardware and Sound Ö Mouse 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under Hardware and Sound, click Mouse. Tip You can turn the device on or off , depending on or off , click Enable or Disable.
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... panel settings: 1 Click or tap (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click or tap Windows Mobility Center. To turn on the touchpad to save your notebook with the EZ Pad touchpad set to modify the device settings, click Settings. 5 Click the + in front of a setting, then modify the setting. Click ...button. You can adjust digital pen, display, and button preferences. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 4 If you want to only accept clicking by using the touchpad buttons. Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings You can also adjust the writing pad and writing tools.
... panel settings: 1 Click or tap (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click or tap Windows Mobility Center. To turn on the touchpad to save your notebook with the EZ Pad touchpad set to modify the device settings, click Settings. 5 Click the + in front of a setting, then modify the setting. Click ...button. You can adjust digital pen, display, and button preferences. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows 4 If you want to only accept clicking by using the touchpad buttons. Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings You can also adjust the writing pad and writing tools.
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... Running the TouchStrip Tutorial 32 Enrolling your fingerprints 33 Using the Fingerprint Control Center 36 Using the fingerprint reader features 36 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 37 Using the optional multimedia panel 40 Using the optional webcam 41 Adjusting the brightness 44 Adjusting the volume 44 Turning your wireless radio on...
... Running the TouchStrip Tutorial 32 Enrolling your fingerprints 33 Using the Fingerprint Control Center 36 Using the fingerprint reader features 36 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 37 Using the optional multimedia panel 40 Using the optional webcam 41 Adjusting the brightness 44 Adjusting the volume 44 Turning your wireless radio on...
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... DSL 124 Modem (dial-up 125 Mouse 128 Networks (wired 129 Networks (wireless 131 Passwords 133 Power 133 Printer 134 Sound 135 Status indicators 136 Touchpad 136 Video 136 Telephone support 137 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 137 Appendix A: Legal Information 139 Index 149 iv
... DSL 124 Modem (dial-up 125 Mouse 128 Networks (wired 129 Networks (wireless 131 Passwords 133 Power 133 Printer 134 Sound 135 Status indicators 136 Touchpad 136 Video 136 Telephone support 137 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 137 Appendix A: Legal Information 139 Index 149 iv
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...(optional) Use to turn the power on page 73. For more information, see "Using the optional multimedia panel" on page 37. 12 Touchpad Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 27. For more ...mouse. The panel includes a capacitive volume control. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 40. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard...
...(optional) Use to turn the power on page 73. For more information, see "Using the optional multimedia panel" on page 37. 12 Touchpad Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 27. For more ...mouse. The panel includes a capacitive volume control. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 40. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard...
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... • 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 the brightness • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on...
... • 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 the brightness • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on...
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... relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is too tall, consider using an adjustable chair to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a pillow or.... Sit with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. 17 www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • Take breaks to provide extra back support. If the...
... relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is too tall, consider using an adjustable chair to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of the seat, or use a pillow or.... Sit with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. 17 www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • Take breaks to provide extra back support. If the...
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... on your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. 2 Click Start Task Manager. Press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it . www.gateway.com To turn off your notebook, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it . 2. Unplug the power cord and remove... the battery for more than 10 seconds. 25 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you cannot use the Shut Down option in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box.
... on your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. 2 Click Start Task Manager. Press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it . www.gateway.com To turn off your notebook, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it . 2. Unplug the power cord and remove... the battery for more than 10 seconds. 25 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you cannot use the Shut Down option in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box.
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... - Drive is not being accessed. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. 26 Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock DVD drive Indicator Num lock Icon Description Wireless network ■ LED on - A ■ LED off - Hard drive ■...
... - Drive is not being accessed. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. 26 Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock DVD drive Indicator Num lock Icon Description Wireless network ■ LED on - A ■ LED off - Hard drive ■...
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... security and convenience. Features include: • Secure logon to Windows and fast user switching between the left and right touchpad buttons. The fingerprint reader is located between user accounts • Password bank feature which records and replays passwords used in place of ...the touchpad Running the TouchStrip Tutorial Before using the fingerprint reader the first time, you should run the TouchStrip Tutorial: 1 Click (Start),...
... security and convenience. Features include: • Secure logon to Windows and fast user switching between the left and right touchpad buttons. The fingerprint reader is located between user accounts • Password bank feature which records and replays passwords used in place of ...the touchpad Running the TouchStrip Tutorial Before using the fingerprint reader the first time, you should run the TouchStrip Tutorial: 1 Click (Start),...
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www.gateway.com Using the EZ Pad touchpad The EZ Pad™ consists of the scroll zone may vary from program to scroll through documents. Use of a touchpad, two buttons, and a scroll zone. Scroll zone Touchpad Left button Right button When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer (arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. You can use the scroll zone to program. 37
www.gateway.com Using the EZ Pad touchpad The EZ Pad™ consists of the scroll zone may vary from program to scroll through documents. Use of a touchpad, two buttons, and a scroll zone. Scroll zone Touchpad Left button Right button When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer (arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. You can use the scroll zone to program. 37
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... the pointer on the screen. Quickly press and release the left and right buttons below the touchpad to simulate clicking the left -hand configuration, and other touchpad settings, see "Changing the mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings" in rapid succession. Position the pointer over the object. Press the... left button twice in your online User Guide. Tip For instructions on the touchpad to select objects. To... If you run out of space and need to shut down the notebook to adjust the double-click speed,...
... the pointer on the screen. Quickly press and release the left and right buttons below the touchpad to simulate clicking the left -hand configuration, and other touchpad settings, see "Changing the mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings" in rapid succession. Position the pointer over the object. Press the... left button twice in your online User Guide. Tip For instructions on the touchpad to select objects. To... If you run out of space and need to shut down the notebook to adjust the double-click speed,...
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Position the pointer over the object. Do this... Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen. Move an object on the screen. Quickly press and release the right button once. Position the pointer over the object. www.gateway.com To... Press the left button and hold it . 39 This action is called right-clicking. Release the button to drop the object where you want it down, then use the touchpad to move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the screen.
Position the pointer over the object. Do this... Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen. Move an object on the screen. Quickly press and release the right button once. Position the pointer over the object. www.gateway.com To... Press the left button and hold it . 39 This action is called right-clicking. Release the button to drop the object where you want it down, then use the touchpad to move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the screen.
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... volume. • Turn off all scheduled tasks. • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is no memory. www.gateway.com Over the long term, use the battery at least once a month, even if it was kept in a cool, dry place for storage, but avoid... display while you do not need them. Conserving battery power To conserve power while using your notebook is not in use. • Use the notebook touchpad instead of power. • Recharge the battery often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling.
... volume. • Turn off all scheduled tasks. • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is no memory. www.gateway.com Over the long term, use the battery at least once a month, even if it was kept in a cool, dry place for storage, but avoid... display while you do not need them. Conserving battery power To conserve power while using your notebook is not in use. • Use the notebook touchpad instead of power. • Recharge the battery often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling.
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... about the modem appears, the modem passed diagnostics. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you can turn down the modem volume. Mouse See also "Touchpad" on page 136. 128 Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. To turn down the modem volume: 1 Click (Start...
... about the modem appears, the modem passed diagnostics. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you can turn down the modem volume. Mouse See also "Touchpad" on page 136. 128 Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. To turn down the modem volume: 1 Click (Start...
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...Turn on and that the video cable is not working • Make sure the touchpad is not responding when you have pressed FN+F4 to adjust the touchpad settings, see "Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings" in your online User Guide. For instructions on how to...option. • Make sure that the monitor is turned on the touchpad. For instructions on . The pointer moves unexpectedly • Clean the touchpad with a damp cloth (water only) and wipe it dry. • Adjust the touchpad settings. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Status indicators The status indicators are not ...
...Turn on and that the video cable is not working • Make sure the touchpad is not responding when you have pressed FN+F4 to adjust the touchpad settings, see "Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings" in your online User Guide. For instructions on how to...option. • Make sure that the monitor is turned on the touchpad. For instructions on . The pointer moves unexpectedly • Clean the touchpad with a damp cloth (water only) and wipe it dry. • Adjust the touchpad settings. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Status indicators The status indicators are not ...
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... 56 inserting 56 installing 56 removing 56 slot 56 troubleshooting 117 external monitor 10, 29 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 8 faxes troubleshooting 127 files opening 38 transferring 77 troubleshooting 117 fingerprint enrolling 33 fingerprint reader... control center 36 locating 13 troubleshooting 118 tutorial 32 using 32 Fn key 28, 29 folders opening 38 function keys 28 G Gateway contact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 4 Gateway...
... 56 inserting 56 installing 56 removing 56 slot 56 troubleshooting 117 external monitor 10, 29 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 8 faxes troubleshooting 127 files opening 38 transferring 77 troubleshooting 117 fingerprint enrolling 33 fingerprint reader... control center 36 locating 13 troubleshooting 118 tutorial 32 using 32 Fn key 28, 29 folders opening 38 function keys 28 G Gateway contact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 4 Gateway...