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... AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may need a small Phillips screwdriver to use them. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your notebook. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge...
... AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may need a small Phillips screwdriver to use them. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your notebook. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge...
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... the on-screen instructions. 19 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to recover your notebook. 16 If the hard drive was sent to you from Gateway with the operating system, applications, and drivers installed, you see the Windows startup screen. Go... to the hard drive cover. All rights reserved. A list of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Hard Drive Kit 10 Place the new drive, label side up, onto the cover so the screw holes line up. 11 ...
... the on-screen instructions. 19 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to recover your notebook. 16 If the hard drive was sent to you from Gateway with the operating system, applications, and drivers installed, you see the Windows startup screen. Go... to the hard drive cover. All rights reserved. A list of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Hard Drive Kit 10 Place the new drive, label side up, onto the cover so the screw holes line up. 11 ...
8511854 - Gateway Starter Guide for Windows Vista
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...the on-screen instructions. 21 To create the disc, click (Start), Gateway Recovery Center, then click Factory Recovery External Media and follow the on the type of recordable drive you use, you'll need either Create System Recovery Discs (makes a backup of the software that you have blank discs ...ready. CD-RW, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs will not work. Depending on -screen instructions. Before you create this"recovery disc,"make a backup of applications and drivers) or Create ISO image (creates complete system backup). When prompted, choose either several CD-R discs...
...the on-screen instructions. 21 To create the disc, click (Start), Gateway Recovery Center, then click Factory Recovery External Media and follow the on the type of recordable drive you use, you'll need either Create System Recovery Discs (makes a backup of the software that you have blank discs ...ready. CD-RW, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs will not work. Depending on -screen instructions. Before you create this"recovery disc,"make a backup of applications and drivers) or Create ISO image (creates complete system backup). When prompted, choose either several CD-R discs...
8511854 - Gateway Starter Guide for Windows Vista
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... you purchased your data files, so they must be saved on -screen instructions. 5 Click one of the following system recovery options when prompted • Recovery with Automatic Data Backup (recommended)- The System Recovery wizard opens. 4 Follow the on an external disc prior to reformatting. 22 This process deletes your computer. You need...your keyboard country, then click Next. Log on as it was when you restore your computer to use this restore option • Full Factory Recovery-Reformats and restores the system software as an Administrator, then click OK. 3 On the System...
... you purchased your data files, so they must be saved on -screen instructions. 5 Click one of the following system recovery options when prompted • Recovery with Automatic Data Backup (recommended)- The System Recovery wizard opens. 4 Follow the on an external disc prior to reformatting. 22 This process deletes your computer. You need...your keyboard country, then click Next. Log on as it was when you restore your computer to use this restore option • Full Factory Recovery-Reformats and restores the system software as an Administrator, then click OK. 3 On the System...
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You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to date. 23 IMPORTANT • If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the hard drive, contact Gateway Customer Care for help. • After you restore your computer's software up to bring your computer, it will finish its setup and installation. Recovery starts. 7 When recovery is complete, click Finish. Your computer will restart and Windows will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the factory. 6 Click Next, then click Yes.
You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to date. 23 IMPORTANT • If your hard drive has failed and you can't restore the software from the hard drive, contact Gateway Customer Care for help. • After you restore your computer's software up to bring your computer, it will finish its setup and installation. Recovery starts. 7 When recovery is complete, click Finish. Your computer will restart and Windows will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the factory. 6 Click Next, then click Yes.
8511882 - Gateway Notebook User Guide for Windows Vista
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... stores. Your notebook may be able to replace your notebook with you. You may be able to purchase the service. 58 A recovery team can give local law enforcement agencies tracking information and documentation to get it back by using tracking software. You can buy a ...cable lock at www.gateway.com/business to get subpoenas and search warrants to a solid object like a desk or table. CHAPTER 6: Protecting Your Notebook Hardware security...
... stores. Your notebook may be able to replace your notebook with you. You may be able to purchase the service. 58 A recovery team can give local law enforcement agencies tracking information and documentation to get it back by using tracking software. You can buy a ...cable lock at www.gateway.com/business to get subpoenas and search warrants to a solid object like a desk or table. CHAPTER 6: Protecting Your Notebook Hardware security...
8511884 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide for Windows Vista
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www.gateway.com Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 59 Packing your notebook 60 Traveling by air 60 Dial-up modem 60 Radio frequency wireless connections 61 Files ... notebook 66 Cleaning your notebook 67 Cleaning the exterior 67 Cleaning the keyboard 67 Cleaning the notebook screen 68 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 68 System recovery options 68 Recovering specific files and software 69 Recovering using Microsoft System Restore 69 Recovering using the Windows DVD 70 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 71...
www.gateway.com Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 59 Packing your notebook 60 Traveling by air 60 Dial-up modem 60 Radio frequency wireless connections 61 Files ... notebook 66 Cleaning your notebook 67 Cleaning the exterior 67 Cleaning the keyboard 67 Cleaning the notebook screen 68 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 68 System recovery options 68 Recovering specific files and software 69 Recovering using Microsoft System Restore 69 Recovering using the Windows DVD 70 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 71...
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...to provide additional USB ports. • Take a network cable if you need to connect to a network. Tip For more information about installing drivers or Gateway provided software, see "Recovering specific files and software" on . • Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally. • ... cold temperatures, allow it on page 69. 64 Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your recovery discs in case you need to room temperature before turning it to warm to install an additional driver or software.
...to provide additional USB ports. • Take a network cable if you need to connect to a network. Tip For more information about installing drivers or Gateway provided software, see "Recovering specific files and software" on . • Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally. • ... cold temperatures, allow it on page 69. 64 Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your recovery discs in case you need to room temperature before turning it to warm to install an additional driver or software.
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CHAPTER7 Maintaining Your Notebook • Caring for your notebook • Cleaning your notebook • Cleaning CDs or DVDs • System recovery options 65
CHAPTER7 Maintaining Your Notebook • Caring for your notebook • Cleaning your notebook • Cleaning CDs or DVDs • System recovery options 65
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... your warranty. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you spill liquid on page 81 or at www.gateway.com. Use a soft cloth and water to use it again. System recovery options Most notebook problems can be covered by following the information in a circle, using a product made of the notebook... be scratched or damaged by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is made especially for the purpose. Gateway provides everything you need to replace it.
... your warranty. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you spill liquid on page 81 or at www.gateway.com. Use a soft cloth and water to use it again. System recovery options Most notebook problems can be covered by following the information in a circle, using a product made of the notebook... be scratched or damaged by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is made especially for the purpose. Gateway provides everything you need to replace it.
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If you need to follow the on-screen instructions. To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Recovery. www.gateway.com • If you can still run Windows, see "Recovering using Microsoft System Restore" on page 69. • If you cannot ... In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of your system running again. The Gateway Recovery Center opens. 2 Click on the appropriate recovery option, then follow that did not come pre-installed on page 70 Recovering specific files and software You can perform a...
If you need to follow the on-screen instructions. To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Recovery. www.gateway.com • If you can still run Windows, see "Recovering using Microsoft System Restore" on page 69. • If you cannot ... In most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of your system running again. The Gateway Recovery Center opens. 2 Click on the appropriate recovery option, then follow that did not come pre-installed on page 70 Recovering specific files and software You can perform a...
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...peripheral devices connected to replace the hard drive kit. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. 2 Back up any PC cards. 7 Turn your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. For more hard drive capacity, you... want to transfer to the new hard drive. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips ...
...peripheral devices connected to replace the hard drive kit. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. 2 Back up any PC cards. 7 Turn your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. For more hard drive capacity, you... want to transfer to the new hard drive. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips ...
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As part of the process you may be prompted to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 20 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC cards. 80 CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 19 When the prompt "Press any key to insert your keyboard and follow the on-screen instructions.
As part of the process you may be prompted to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 20 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC cards. 80 CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 19 When the prompt "Press any key to insert your keyboard and follow the on-screen instructions.
8512152 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide for Windows Vista
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Tip You can create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. 66 CHAPTER 6: Traveling with Your Notebook • Consult your insurance company and credit card company to learn about emergency travel assistance if your notebook is lost or damaged. • Take your recovery discs in case you need to install an additional driver or software.
Tip You can create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. 66 CHAPTER 6: Traveling with Your Notebook • Consult your insurance company and credit card company to learn about emergency travel assistance if your notebook is lost or damaged. • Take your recovery discs in case you need to install an additional driver or software.
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...or the hardware drivers. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre-installed, see that were pre-installed at www.gateway.com. Recovering your system You can solve most conditions. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 95 or...the problem and you want to return your system to a previous state when everything you should create a set of software and driver recovery discs as soon as possible. Caution To prepare your computer for the purpose. To recover software and drivers that product's documentation or support...
...or the hardware drivers. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre-installed, see that were pre-installed at www.gateway.com. Recovering your system You can solve most conditions. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 95 or...the problem and you want to return your system to a previous state when everything you should create a set of software and driver recovery discs as soon as possible. Caution To prepare your computer for the purpose. To recover software and drivers that product's documentation or support...
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...hard drive. However, if you ever re-install Windows from your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs, see "Recovering your system using the Windows DVD" on page 77. www.gateway.com If you upgrade or exchange your hard drive or if your hard drive is completely erased or ...corrupted, your only option for system recovery may not be to reinstall Windows from a set of recovery discs while you have a recordable disc drive to...
...hard drive. However, if you ever re-install Windows from your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs, see "Recovering your system using the Windows DVD" on page 77. www.gateway.com If you upgrade or exchange your hard drive or if your hard drive is completely erased or ...corrupted, your only option for system recovery may not be to reinstall Windows from a set of recovery discs while you have a recordable disc drive to...
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A dialog box opens that tells you the number of recovery discs. 74 dialog box opens. 3 Click Create system recovery discs, then click Next. 4 Insert a blank, recordable disc into a recordable disc drive, then click Next. The What would you need to close it. If...blank discs you like to do? CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook To create discs for recovering pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. The Gateway Recovery Center opens. 2 Click Applications and drivers external media, then click Next.
A dialog box opens that tells you the number of recovery discs. 74 dialog box opens. 3 Click Create system recovery discs, then click Next. 4 Insert a blank, recordable disc into a recordable disc drive, then click Next. The What would you need to close it. If...blank discs you like to do? CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook To create discs for recovering pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. The Gateway Recovery Center opens. 2 Click Applications and drivers external media, then click Next.
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... are for. If you have enough discs, choose a different disc type, or click Cancel. Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on . The Gateway Recovery Center opens. Tip After a recovery disc is finished, the Congratulations! Label the discs as they are recording multiple discs, as an option, you have enough blank discs...
... are for. If you have enough discs, choose a different disc type, or click Cancel. Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on . The Gateway Recovery Center opens. Tip After a recovery disc is finished, the Congratulations! Label the discs as they are recording multiple discs, as an option, you have enough blank discs...
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OR To recover device drivers that was pre-installed, click Programs, then click Application recovery. - CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook 2 To recover software that were pre-installed, click Hardware, then click Device driver recovery. 3 Click the software or driver you want to recover, then click Next. 76
OR To recover device drivers that was pre-installed, click Programs, then click Application recovery. - CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook 2 To recover software that were pre-installed, click Hardware, then click Device driver recovery. 3 Click the software or driver you want to recover, then click Next. 76
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... start, open Computer and run the file Grc_Vista.exe on the disc. www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs: 1 Insert a software and driver recovery disc into a CD or DVD drive. To recover software and drivers using recovery discs If you need to recover, try another disc. If an AutoPlay...
... start, open Computer and run the file Grc_Vista.exe on the disc. www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs: 1 Insert a software and driver recovery disc into a CD or DVD drive. To recover software and drivers using recovery discs If you need to recover, try another disc. If an AutoPlay...