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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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... week and provides the most stringent quality control tests to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your new notebook. If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing...
... week and provides the most stringent quality control tests to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your new notebook. If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing...
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...the Accessories Store at this type of cable is working , contact your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at www.gateway.com. Plug your Ethernet cable into your Internet service provider. Category 5 cables are available in a different order (different colors, left to the copper... RJ-45 connectors (like a large telephone jack connector, but with the spring clip on the network and can provide firewall protection for any specific instructions they have not already done so. Be sure to find out how soon after the installation the line will be activated. To test ...
...the Accessories Store at this type of cable is working , contact your computer's jack and the router or the cable or DSL modem at www.gateway.com. Plug your Ethernet cable into your Internet service provider. Category 5 cables are available in a different order (different colors, left to the copper... RJ-45 connectors (like a large telephone jack connector, but with the spring clip on the network and can provide firewall protection for any specific instructions they have not already done so. Be sure to find out how soon after the installation the line will be activated. To test ...
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...Use a workgroup name of up to restart your hard drive to install wireless cards and drivers on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have for information about your home setup, make sure that you have connected the network cabling. Before you change anything ...about installing the access point and setting network security. This name identifies the computer to ISP. Setting up your ISP. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have a broadband connection already ...
...Use a workgroup name of up to restart your hard drive to install wireless cards and drivers on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have for information about your home setup, make sure that you have connected the network cabling. Before you change anything ...about installing the access point and setting network security. This name identifies the computer to ISP. Setting up your ISP. www.gateway.com Setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have a broadband connection already ...
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Using McAfee Parental Controls You can use McAfee Parental Controls: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. 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. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 65
Using McAfee Parental Controls You can use McAfee Parental Controls: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. 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. McAfee SecurityCenter opens. 65
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To restrict specific games: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for any user. The Game Overrides dialog box opens. 88 The Game Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click Block or Allow specific games. 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 settings are saved. 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 Game Overrides dialog box opens. 88 The Game Controls dialog box opens. 3 Click Block or Allow specific games. 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 settings are saved. The Game Restrictions dialog box opens. 4 Click the level of games you want allowed, then click OK.
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www.gateway.com 4 Click the level of the programs you want to restrict access to. Restricting specific programs To restrict specific programs: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for, then click Allow and block specific programs. The Application Restrictions dialog box opens. 3 Click [User name] can... and Family Safety, click Set up parental controls for , then click View activity reports. The activity report is not shown on the list, see "Restricting specific programs" on page 89.
www.gateway.com 4 Click the level of the programs you want to restrict access to. Restricting specific programs To restrict specific programs: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, then under User Accounts and Family Safety, click Set up restrictions for, then click Allow and block specific programs. The Application Restrictions dialog box opens. 3 Click [User name] can... and Family Safety, click Set up parental controls for , then click View activity reports. The activity report is not shown on the list, see "Restricting specific programs" on page 89.
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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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.... Accessing your online User Guide In addition to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the bottom of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to your online User Guide. Label information varies by model, features ...ordered, and location. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Contacting Gateway Customer Care A label on your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click...
.... Accessing your online User Guide In addition to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the bottom of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to your online User Guide. Label information varies by model, features ...ordered, and location. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Contacting Gateway Customer Care A label on your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click...
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... 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 assistance. 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...
... 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 assistance. 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...
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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 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. 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.
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 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. 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.
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CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Key types The keyboard has several different types of a document. See the program documentation to perform a specific action. For more about the function key actions. Arrow keys Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to...a line, up , down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to the end of keys. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to perform specific actions. FN key Press the FN key in combination with the FN key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run...
CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Key types The keyboard has several different types of a document. See the program documentation to perform a specific action. For more about the function key actions. Arrow keys Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to...a line, up , down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to the end of keys. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to perform specific actions. FN key Press the FN key in combination with the FN key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run...
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... incinerate. If your notebook it snaps into an AC outlet, save your notebook is on and is turned on. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook over so the bottom is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of the notebook. 5 Slide a recharged battery into the notebook until it...or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Caution If your notebook is connected to AC power you must turn off while changing the battery. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide ...
... incinerate. If your notebook it snaps into an AC outlet, save your notebook is on and is turned on. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook over so the bottom is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of the notebook. 5 Slide a recharged battery into the notebook until it...or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Caution If your notebook is connected to AC power you must turn off while changing the battery. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide ...
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...-installed software and drivers using software and driver recovery discs you must recover your 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. Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive, and your Start...
...-installed software and drivers using software and driver recovery discs you must recover your 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. Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive, and your Start...
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...antenna installed in the top third of wireless devices. See the Gateway System Restoration Kit, or contact Gateway Customer Care for any other than is not listed, please contact your system are only qualified for specific countries are present. Important Every country has different restrictions on ... of a wireless device in the destination country. Some circumstances require restrictions on the use of these devices are listed in the specific country sections (or country group sections). Refer to the system label to show that may not be embedded in the notebook. 146...
...antenna installed in the top third of wireless devices. See the Gateway System Restoration Kit, or contact Gateway Customer Care for any other than is not listed, please contact your system are only qualified for specific countries are present. Important Every country has different restrictions on ... of a wireless device in the destination country. Some circumstances require restrictions on the use of these devices are listed in the specific country sections (or country group sections). Refer to the system label to show that may not be embedded in the notebook. 146...
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... amount of natural resources needed to dispose of your "end of life" product may be hazardous to the environment or to www.gateway.com/recycle.html. 151 Should the unit ever need further assistance in recycling, reusing, or trading in your effort. The laser... is no longer useful to you have been used batteries properly. For additional recycling information specific to your reminder to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of our natural resources, Gateway provides the following these components are classified as "Class 1 Laser Products" under a US...
... amount of natural resources needed to dispose of your "end of life" product may be hazardous to the environment or to www.gateway.com/recycle.html. 151 Should the unit ever need further assistance in recycling, reusing, or trading in your effort. The laser... is no longer useful to you have been used batteries properly. For additional recycling information specific to your reminder to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of our natural resources, Gateway provides the following these components are classified as "Class 1 Laser Products" under a US...
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Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Keep away from children. ...8 Open the LCD panel. Warning Danger of explosion if the battery is turned on. Recycle or dispose of Gateway, Inc. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks ... battery out of your notebook is on the bottom of their respective companies. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. ...
Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Keep away from children. ...8 Open the LCD panel. Warning Danger of explosion if the battery is turned on. Recycle or dispose of Gateway, Inc. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks ... battery out of your notebook is on the bottom of their respective companies. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. ...
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... • Networking To access your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 Accessing your online User Guide In addition to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to -read manual that includes information on your hard drive. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About...; Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide. Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to your model of Gateway notebook.
... • Networking To access your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 Accessing your online User Guide In addition to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to -read manual that includes information on your hard drive. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About...; Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide. Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to your model of Gateway notebook.
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CHAPTER 1: About This Reference 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. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 4
CHAPTER 1: About This Reference 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. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 4
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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. 27 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. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard.
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. 27 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. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard.