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...levels (usually many more information about browsing for a file: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. Help For more levels than file name. www.gateway.com Using advanced search options Search can find the file or folder you want . It is called browsing. This is usually on . The Computer ... for the digital pen, tablet buttons, display screen, and Input Panel. • Table PC Input Panel (TIP)-Use its writing pad or soft keyboard for files and folders A file or folder that you want . Using Tablet PC Your notebook may be opened, copied, cut, renamed, or deleted...
...levels (usually many more information about browsing for a file: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. Help For more levels than file name. www.gateway.com Using advanced search options Search can find the file or folder you want . It is called browsing. This is usually on . The Computer ... for the digital pen, tablet buttons, display screen, and Input Panel. • Table PC Input Panel (TIP)-Use its writing pad or soft keyboard for files and folders A file or folder that you want . Using Tablet PC Your notebook may be opened, copied, cut, renamed, or deleted...
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... to control the insertion point in the TIP help. For more information about gestures and gesture symbols, as well as the right button on a standard keyboard. Using the digital pen Digital pen button The digital pen button serves the same function as handwriting tips, in the active program. Enter Draw a vertical... point are available. Press it dry and avoid contact with liquids. 15 Gesture To accomplish Backspace Draw a right-to your tablet PC Input Panel. www.gateway.com Using gestures A gesture is a shape you draw with your digital pen to send a command to -left line.
... to control the insertion point in the TIP help. For more information about gestures and gesture symbols, as well as the right button on a standard keyboard. Using the digital pen Digital pen button The digital pen button serves the same function as handwriting tips, in the active program. Enter Draw a vertical... point are available. Press it dry and avoid contact with liquids. 15 Gesture To accomplish Backspace Draw a right-to your tablet PC Input Panel. www.gateway.com Using gestures A gesture is a shape you draw with your digital pen to send a command to -left line.
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...Open a program for your input (for example, a word processing program or a Web form) before using the writing pad or soft keyboard. • To adjust writing pad and keyboard settings, click or tap Tools, then click or tap Options. • For security and accuracy when entering masked text (such as passwords...), use your tablet PC Input Panel's soft keyboard instead of the window. CHAPTER 2: Using Windows Using the Tablet Input Panel (TIP) Tap the Tablet PC Input Panel icon on the left side...
...Open a program for your input (for example, a word processing program or a Web form) before using the writing pad or soft keyboard. • To adjust writing pad and keyboard settings, click or tap Tools, then click or tap Options. • For security and accuracy when entering masked text (such as passwords...), use your tablet PC Input Panel's soft keyboard instead of the window. CHAPTER 2: Using Windows Using the Tablet Input Panel (TIP) Tap the Tablet PC Input Panel icon on the left side...
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...a file or folder Click the file or folder, then press SHIFT + DELETE. program Switch to paste the object, then press CTRL + V. Type Windows keyboard shortcuts in the list. Copy a file, folder, text, or Click the item, then press CTRL + C. To... The file or folder is not stored... in Windows. www.gateway.com Shortcuts Help For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Rename a file or folder Click the file or folder, press F2, type ...
...a file or folder Click the file or folder, then press SHIFT + DELETE. program Switch to paste the object, then press CTRL + V. Type Windows keyboard shortcuts in the list. Copy a file, folder, text, or Click the item, then press CTRL + C. To... The file or folder is not stored... in Windows. www.gateway.com Shortcuts Help For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Rename a file or folder Click the file or folder, press F2, type ...
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The Windows Media Center's main screen opens. 3 Use the arrow buttons on your keyboard to select a Media Center menu option, then press OK. • TV + Movies lets you play TV programs you have recorded, play a DVD or Blu-ray ...
The Windows Media Center's main screen opens. 3 Use the arrow buttons on your keyboard to select a Media Center menu option, then press OK. • TV + Movies lets you play TV programs you have recorded, play a DVD or Blu-ray ...
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www.gateway.com 2 In the Quick access to common tools section, click one of the area near your mouse pointer. • Start On-Screen Keyboard displays a keyboard on the screen. The Speech Recognition Options window opens. 2 Click one of the following options to make some of the most common...of common voice commands. 3 If you want to configure your notebook's settings for sounds Using voice recognition You can press keys on the on-screen keyboard by clicking them with your mouse. • Start Narrator reads on-screen text and describes graphics. • Set up voice recognition: 1 Click (...
www.gateway.com 2 In the Quick access to common tools section, click one of the area near your mouse pointer. • Start On-Screen Keyboard displays a keyboard on the screen. The Speech Recognition Options window opens. 2 Click one of the following options to make some of the most common...of common voice commands. 3 If you want to configure your notebook's settings for sounds Using voice recognition You can press keys on the on-screen keyboard by clicking them with your mouse. • Start Narrator reads on-screen text and describes graphics. • Set up voice recognition: 1 Click (...
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...then click Help and Support. This is called fragmentation, and it to scan the hard drive later (the next time you will not need your keyboard or mouse because using them in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Defragmenting the information stored on -screen instructions. 5 Click OK. Network.... Also, if you see a prompt asking you if you want to use your notebook for errors: 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. www.gateway.com To check the hard drive for several minutes. This process may take several hours. 89 Tip Because defragmenting a drive may take hours to a ...
...then click Help and Support. This is called fragmentation, and it to scan the hard drive later (the next time you will not need your keyboard or mouse because using them in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Defragmenting the information stored on -screen instructions. 5 Click OK. Network.... Also, if you see a prompt asking you if you want to use your notebook for errors: 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. www.gateway.com To check the hard drive for several minutes. This process may take several hours. 89 Tip Because defragmenting a drive may take hours to a ...
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...53 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 ... provider (ISP) 22 connecting to 23 disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address entering 50 ISP See Internet service provider K keyboard icon 16 keyboard shortcuts 19 L LCD panel using screen saver 68 links 23 M maintenance backing up files 90 checking for drive errors 88 checking hard ...
...53 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 ... provider (ISP) 22 connecting to 23 disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address entering 50 ISP See Internet service provider K keyboard icon 16 keyboard shortcuts 19 L LCD panel using screen saver 68 links 23 M maintenance backing up files 90 checking for drive errors 88 checking hard ...
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... sharing drives 53 folders 53 printer 54 shortcuts adding to desktop 8 closing programs 19 closing windows 19 copying 19 deleting files and folders 19 keyboard 19 pasting 19 renaming files and folders 19 selecting adjacent items in list 19 selecting items in list 19 switching between files, folders, or... 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 ...
... sharing drives 53 folders 53 printer 54 shortcuts adding to desktop 8 closing programs 19 closing windows 19 copying 19 deleting files and folders 19 keyboard 19 pasting 19 renaming files and folders 19 selecting adjacent items in list 19 selecting items in list 19 switching between files, folders, or... 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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... 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 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 LCD panel 14 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started...
... 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 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 LCD panel 14 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started...
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... battery 62 Changing batteries 63 Recalibrating the battery 64 Extending battery life 65 Maximizing battery performance 65 Conserving battery power 66 ii Contents Using the keyboard 28 Key types 29 System key combinations 30 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 33 Using the optional multimedia panel 36 Using the webcam 38 Adjusting...
... battery 62 Changing batteries 63 Recalibrating the battery 64 Extending battery life 65 Maximizing battery performance 65 Conserving battery power 66 ii Contents Using the keyboard 28 Key types 29 System key combinations 30 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 33 Using the optional multimedia panel 36 Using the webcam 38 Adjusting...
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www.gateway.com Using alternate power sources 67 Changing power modes 68 Changing notebook power settings 69 Changing the power plan 69 Changing advanced settings 71 Chapter 6: ... Power 77 Additional tips 78 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . 79 Caring for your notebook 80 Cleaning your notebook 80 Cleaning the exterior 81 Cleaning the keyboard 81 Cleaning the notebook screen 82 Maintaining the battery 82 Storing batteries 83 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 83 Recovering your system 84 Creating recovery discs...
www.gateway.com Using alternate power sources 67 Changing power modes 68 Changing notebook power settings 69 Changing the power plan 69 Changing advanced settings 71 Chapter 6: ... Power 77 Additional tips 78 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . 79 Caring for your notebook 80 Cleaning your notebook 80 Cleaning the exterior 81 Cleaning the keyboard 81 Cleaning the notebook screen 82 Maintaining the battery 82 Storing batteries 83 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 83 Recovering your system 84 Creating recovery discs...
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Contents Display 97 DVD drives 98 Ethernet 100 Express Cards 100 File management 100 Hard drive 101 Internet 102 Keyboard 103 Media Center 104 Memory 107 Memory card reader 108 Modem (cable or DSL 108 Modem (dial-up 108 Mouse 112 Networks (wired 113 Networks (wireless 115 Passwords 117 Power 118 Printer 118 Sound 120 Status indicators 120 Touchpad 121 Video 121 Telephone support 121 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 121 Appendix A: Legal Information 123 Index 135 iv
Contents Display 97 DVD drives 98 Ethernet 100 Express Cards 100 File management 100 Hard drive 101 Internet 102 Keyboard 103 Media Center 104 Memory 107 Memory card reader 108 Modem (cable or DSL 108 Modem (dial-up 108 Mouse 112 Networks (wired 113 Networks (wireless 115 Passwords 117 Power 118 Printer 118 Sound 120 Status indicators 120 Touchpad 121 Video 121 Telephone support 121 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 121 Appendix A: Legal Information 123 Index 135 iv
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Left www.gateway.com Kensington Monitor Ethernet USB ports Express Card lock slot Power port HDMI out jack connector jack Modem jack Memory card slot reader (optional) (optional) ..., PDA, or cellular telephone into this jack. HDMI out jack (optional) HDMI Plug an HDMI device, such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this slot. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 20. Express Card slot Insert one...
Left www.gateway.com Kensington Monitor Ethernet USB ports Express Card lock slot Power port HDMI out jack connector jack Modem jack Memory card slot reader (optional) (optional) ..., PDA, or cellular telephone into this jack. HDMI out jack (optional) HDMI Plug an HDMI device, such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this slot. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 20. Express Card slot Insert one...
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For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 48. Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB ports Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 48.
For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 48. Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB ports Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 48.
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... resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. If the air vents are located in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your lap. Keyboard area Keyboard area for select models Power button Multimedia touch controls (optional) Status indicators...
... resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. If the air vents are located in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your lap. Keyboard area Keyboard area for select models Power button Multimedia touch controls (optional) Status indicators...
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... power on page 26. For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on or off. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 33. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 28. The panel includes a capacitive volume control...use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is only available when purchased with the optional webcam. 13 www.gateway.com Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 36....
... power on page 26. For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on or off. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 33. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 28. The panel includes a capacitive volume control...use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is only available when purchased with the optional webcam. 13 www.gateway.com Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 36....
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume 15
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume 15
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...; Use an adjustable chair that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is at your notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Make sure that the desk is no higher than eye level. This position ... the notebook so the top of its screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you use the keyboard and touchpad. Sitting at or slightly below the level of your elbow. www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes on the back of your thighs. • Adjust the back of the...
...; Use an adjustable chair that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is at your notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Make sure that the desk is no higher than eye level. This position ... the notebook so the top of its screen is the appropriate height and the chair helps you use the keyboard and touchpad. Sitting at or slightly below the level of your elbow. www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes on the back of your thighs. • Adjust the back of the...
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... page 71. 3 If you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on your lap. If the air vents are not obstructed. www.gateway.com Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on -screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to harm... the notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. To start your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
... page 71. 3 If you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on your lap. If the air vents are not obstructed. www.gateway.com Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on -screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to harm... the notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. To start your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.