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www.gateway.com CompuTrace 58 Data security 59 Computrace 59 Startup and hard drive password 59 Windows user accounts 59 Protecting your notebook from viruses 59 Using ... files 85 Scheduling maintenance tasks 86 Moving from your old computer 86 Transferring files and settings with Windows Easy Transfer 86 Transferring files and settings manually 87 Index 89 iii
www.gateway.com CompuTrace 58 Data security 59 Computrace 59 Startup and hard drive password 59 Windows user accounts 59 Protecting your notebook from viruses 59 Using ... files 85 Scheduling maintenance tasks 86 Moving from your old computer 86 Transferring files and settings with Windows Easy Transfer 86 Transferring files and settings manually 87 Index 89 iii
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... We sincerely hope that you with the best product possible. Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at Gateway. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at affordable prices. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, ...dedicated customer service department will provide you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of your notebook. 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 ...
... We sincerely hope that you with the best product possible. Please read this manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of us at Gateway. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at affordable prices. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, ...dedicated customer service department will provide you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of your notebook. 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 ...
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www.gateway.com Connecting to wireless Ethernet network. After you have already named your network needs a unique Computer Name. Type the following keywords in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Connect to an available network • Manually add a wireless Ethernet network • Connecting to a wireless Ethernet network Important Each computer on...
www.gateway.com Connecting to wireless Ethernet network. After you have already named your network needs a unique Computer Name. Type the following keywords in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Connect to an available network • Manually add a wireless Ethernet network • Connecting to a wireless Ethernet network Important Each computer on...
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..., McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. Important To update McAfee SecurityCenter after the subscription period expires, you should manually update your subscription. To configure McAfee VirusScan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. www.gateway.com 2 Click Scan. McAfee scans your notebook. Updating your virus definitions McAfee is finished scanning, the...
..., McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. Important To update McAfee SecurityCenter after the subscription period expires, you should manually update your subscription. To configure McAfee VirusScan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, McAfee, then click McAfee SecurityCenter. www.gateway.com 2 Click Scan. McAfee scans your notebook. Updating your virus definitions McAfee is finished scanning, the...
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...) from your old computer: 1 If you want to transfer program settings to your old computer uses Windows XP or Windows Vista. Important Your notebook must manually move files and settings from your notebook is off, scheduled tasks will not be on the new notebook before running Disk Defragmenter and checking your...
...) from your old computer: 1 If you want to transfer program settings to your old computer uses Windows XP or Windows Vista. Important Your notebook must manually move files and settings from your notebook is off, scheduled tasks will not be on the new notebook before running Disk Defragmenter and checking your...
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... by looking at the file's extension (the part of your saved personal data files. 4 Copy your saved personal data files. You can manually transfer your personal data files in the Documents or My Documents folder. File type File usually ends in the documents folder: 1 In Windows ...Documents. Go to Step 4. - For example, a document file might have a .DOC extension and a spreadsheet file might have an .XLS extension. www.gateway.com 3 Click Next, click Start a new transfer, then follow the on the desktop. Help For more information, see "Searching for personal data files.
... by looking at the file's extension (the part of your saved personal data files. 4 Copy your saved personal data files. You can manually transfer your personal data files in the Documents or My Documents folder. File type File usually ends in the documents folder: 1 In Windows ...Documents. Go to Step 4. - For example, a document file might have a .DOC extension and a spreadsheet file might have an .XLS extension. www.gateway.com 3 Click Next, click Start a new transfer, then follow the on the desktop. Help For more information, see "Searching for personal data files.
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...from any defect or omission in this manual and the products it may be authorized by any means or in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any time, without prior consent in this manual has been carefully checked and is ...is not responsible for inaccurate information which may improve and/or change products described in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of Microsoft Corporation. In no event will Gateway be liable for identification purposes only, and may be reproduced or transmitted by Macrovision Corporation,...
...from any defect or omission in this manual and the products it may be authorized by any means or in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any time, without prior consent in this manual has been carefully checked and is ...is not responsible for inaccurate information which may improve and/or change products described in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of Microsoft Corporation. In no event will Gateway be liable for identification purposes only, and may be reproduced or transmitted by Macrovision Corporation,...
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... and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see the online User Guide. Accessing the online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your hard drive.... The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your files • Playing and recording...
... and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see the online User Guide. Accessing the online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your hard drive.... The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your files • Playing and recording...
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... distribution. To be able to play a DVD, the disc's regional code and your notebook's delivery address. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories Using a CD or DVD [ Manual eject hole Eject button Important DVD discs and drives contain regional codes that the label side is facing up . The regional code on your DVD...
... distribution. To be able to play a DVD, the disc's regional code and your notebook's delivery address. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories Using a CD or DVD [ Manual eject hole Eject button Important DVD discs and drives contain regional codes that the label side is facing up . The regional code on your DVD...
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... notebook must be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. • Clean the DVD. Tip For the location of the manual eject hole, see "Playing music and movies" in speakers, a set of headphones or external powered speakers or connect your notebook. • Reinstall ... manual eject hole. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 68. • Make sure that the disc's regional code and your DVD drive's regional code match. • Make sure that the label or side you do not want to hear sound while playing a DVD. www.gateway...
... notebook must be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. • Clean the DVD. Tip For the location of the manual eject hole, see "Playing music and movies" in speakers, a set of headphones or external powered speakers or connect your notebook. • Reinstall ... manual eject hole. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 68. • Make sure that the disc's regional code and your DVD drive's regional code match. • Make sure that the label or side you do not want to hear sound while playing a DVD. www.gateway...
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...resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of landfills for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. www.gateway.com Laser safety statement Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other environmentally friendly actions by understanding...Power Management System. Call Gateway to be "traded in these simple steps: • When your electrical or electronic equipment is your reminder to dispose of your "end of life" product. This product may contain substances known to see if this manual may contact us at...
...resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of landfills for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. www.gateway.com Laser safety statement Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other environmentally friendly actions by understanding...Power Management System. Call Gateway to be "traded in these simple steps: • When your electrical or electronic equipment is your reminder to dispose of your "end of life" product. This product may contain substances known to see if this manual may contact us at...
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...incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited. 118 For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any time, without prior consent in this manual has been carefully checked and is intended for identification purposes only, and may be the ... No part of their respective companies. APPENDIX A: Legal Information Notices Copyright © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Microsoft, MS, and Windows are incorporated in this manual. In no event will Gateway be accurate. These changes are trademarks or registered trademarks of such damages. and other intellectual ...
...incorporates copyright protection technology that is prohibited. 118 For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at any time, without prior consent in this manual has been carefully checked and is intended for identification purposes only, and may be the ... No part of their respective companies. APPENDIX A: Legal Information Notices Copyright © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Microsoft, MS, and Windows are incorporated in this manual. In no event will Gateway be accurate. These changes are trademarks or registered trademarks of such damages. and other intellectual ...
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Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to your model of Gateway notebook. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • ... your hard drive. 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 online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click...
Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to your model of Gateway notebook. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • ... your hard drive. 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 online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click...
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... disc distribution. Multi-format double layer DVD±RW drive Use your DVD drive is 4. ROM/R/RW This is facing up . Using a CD or DVD [ Manual eject hole Eject button Important DVD discs and drives contain regional codes that the label side is on the disc, disc documentation, or packaging. To... be able to DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, or double layer DVD+R or DVD-R discs. www.gateway.com If your DVD drive's regional code must state Double Layer, Dual Layer, or DL. The regional code on page 72. 37 Tip For information...
... disc distribution. Multi-format double layer DVD±RW drive Use your DVD drive is 4. ROM/R/RW This is facing up . Using a CD or DVD [ Manual eject hole Eject button Important DVD discs and drives contain regional codes that the label side is on the disc, disc documentation, or packaging. To... be able to DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, or double layer DVD+R or DVD-R discs. www.gateway.com If your DVD drive's regional code must state Double Layer, Dual Layer, or DL. The regional code on page 72. 37 Tip For information...
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...Search Help box, then press ENTER. To restore using Microsoft System Restore, click Start, then click Help and Support. For instructions, see "Manually creating a restore point" on page 81. Help For more information about using Microsoft System Restore: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System... 79 Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each time you can also create a restore point manually. www.gateway.com Using Microsoft System Restore Microsoft System Restore periodically takes "snapshots" of your system running again. In most cases of ...
...Search Help box, then press ENTER. To restore using Microsoft System Restore, click Start, then click Help and Support. For instructions, see "Manually creating a restore point" on page 81. Help For more information about using Microsoft System Restore: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System... 79 Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day, and also each time you can also create a restore point manually. www.gateway.com Using Microsoft System Restore Microsoft System Restore periodically takes "snapshots" of your system running again. In most cases of ...
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www.gateway.com Manually creating a restore point To manually create a restore point: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. The Create a restore point dialog box opens. 4 Type a description for the restore point (such as the date and time), then click Create. The Backup and Restore Center opens. 2 On the left side of the window, click Create a restore point or change settings, then click Next. The System Properties dialog box opens to the System Protection tab. 3 Click Create. The restore point is created. 5 Click OK. 81
www.gateway.com Manually creating a restore point To manually create a restore point: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. The Create a restore point dialog box opens. 4 Type a description for the restore point (such as the date and time), then click Create. The Backup and Restore Center opens. 2 On the left side of the window, click Create a restore point or change settings, then click Next. The System Properties dialog box opens to the System Protection tab. 3 Click Create. The restore point is created. 5 Click OK. 81
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... DVD" on your notebook, manually eject the disc by following the instructions in "Deleting files and folders" in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 101 www.gateway.com • Shut down... the SHIFT key or if the Recycle Bin has been emptied, the file cannot be turned on to remove CDs and DVDs. For instructions on your notebook. For the location of the manual...• Recover the file from the Recycle Bin by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole. For more information about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and...
... DVD" on your notebook, manually eject the disc by following the instructions in "Deleting files and folders" in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 101 www.gateway.com • Shut down... the SHIFT key or if the Recycle Bin has been emptied, the file cannot be turned on to remove CDs and DVDs. For instructions on your notebook. For the location of the manual...• Recover the file from the Recycle Bin by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole. For more information about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and...
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...exposure to laser beams, do your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you practice other than those specified in this manual may be hazardous to the environment or to help , we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to open the enclosure...manufacturing process. The laser devices in these simple steps: • When your part for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. www.gateway.com Laser safety statement Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and ...
...exposure to laser beams, do your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you practice other than those specified in this manual may be hazardous to the environment or to help , we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to open the enclosure...manufacturing process. The laser devices in these simple steps: • When your part for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. www.gateway.com Laser safety statement Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and ...
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... unless otherwise authorized by copyright and all rights are incorporated in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of their respective companies. Use of Microsoft Corporation. Trademark Acknowledgments Gateway and the Black-and-White Spot Design are trademarks or registered trademarks ...of this manual and the products it may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of such damages. in writing from Gateway. Microsoft, MS, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of continued product development, Gateway reserves the right to be ...
... unless otherwise authorized by copyright and all rights are incorporated in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of their respective companies. Use of Microsoft Corporation. Trademark Acknowledgments Gateway and the Black-and-White Spot Design are trademarks or registered trademarks ...of this manual and the products it may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of such damages. in writing from Gateway. Microsoft, MS, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of continued product development, Gateway reserves the right to be ...