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To open, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For clear, yet comprehensive, information on everything from basic definitions to more about it finds ... label ® Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for you on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your computer for problems and conflicts and lets you can find the number on the label that's on your desktop or notebook computer. To start BigFix...
To open, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. • Tech support-For help , continued... • User guide-For clear, yet comprehensive, information on everything from basic definitions to more about it finds ... label ® Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for you on your Gateway computer, BigFix checks your computer for problems and conflicts and lets you can find the number on the label that's on your desktop or notebook computer. To start BigFix...
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keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you if something is detected 14 For more information on your computer: • Windows Security-..., see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure and up-to improve the security of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you keep your online user guide. Use these tools regularly to -date.
keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you if something is detected 14 For more information on your computer: • Windows Security-..., see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure and up-to improve the security of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you keep your online user guide. Use these tools regularly to -date.
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Click Express to fix the problem. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update. You should update Windows regularly to keep your online user guide. up-to-date security Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to download high-priority updates, including those that are security related.
Click Express to fix the problem. You can schedule automatic updates with Windows Update 16 For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in your computer secure. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update. You should update Windows regularly to keep your online user guide. up-to-date security Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to bypass the security features built into Windows Vista, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to download high-priority updates, including those that are security related.
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... by flashing the blue taskbar icon ( ). To fix the problem, click that icon and BigFix will open. BigFix monitors your computer for information about updates specific to your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more... about BigFix Details and information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on security, see"Protecting your Computer"in your online user guide. Click here for problems and conflicts. ...
... by flashing the blue taskbar icon ( ). To fix the problem, click that icon and BigFix will open. BigFix monitors your computer for information about updates specific to your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click Tutorial to learn more... about BigFix Details and information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on security, see"Protecting your Computer"in your online user guide. Click here for problems and conflicts. ...
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You can return to a previous state when everything worked right. backing up a bit - Vista takes regular snapshots of these Restore Points to get your computer to one of your system, called Restore Points. restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center lets you roll back your computer running again. To take advantage of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20
You can return to a previous state when everything worked right. backing up a bit - Vista takes regular snapshots of these Restore Points to get your computer to one of your system, called Restore Points. restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center lets you roll back your computer running again. To take advantage of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20
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... per day, 7 days per week and provides the most stringent quality control tests to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to our customers-to provide best-of us at affordable prices. Thanks again, from your new ...all of -class service and support in good operating condition. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you keep your notebook. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at www.gateway.com. 2 We are provided with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance...
... per day, 7 days per week and provides the most stringent quality control tests to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to our customers-to provide best-of us at affordable prices. Thanks again, from your new ...all of -class service and support in good operating condition. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you keep your notebook. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at www.gateway.com. 2 We are provided with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance...
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Many provide FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), a search feature, articles about their software, tutorials, and forums where problems and issues are taken. CHAPTER 1: Getting Help Using online help If you are connected to the Internet, many programs provide information online so you can ...
Many provide FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), a search feature, articles about their software, tutorials, and forums where problems and issues are taken. CHAPTER 1: Getting Help Using online help If you are connected to the Internet, many programs provide information online so you can ...
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... notebook. These updates include security updates. • Install Extras to keep Windows and your notebook's system software up to fix the problem. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click Windows Update. 65 You should update Windows regularly to download additional Windows software ...Windows checks the Microsoft web site to see if any updates are available. 4 Click: • Install Updates to schedule automatic updates. www.gateway.com Security updates To keep your notebook secure, you need to keep your notebook secure. Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to...
... notebook. These updates include security updates. • Install Extras to keep Windows and your notebook's system software up to fix the problem. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click Windows Update. 65 You should update Windows regularly to download additional Windows software ...Windows checks the Microsoft web site to see if any updates are available. 4 Click: • Install Updates to schedule automatic updates. www.gateway.com Security updates To keep your notebook secure, you need to keep your notebook secure. Windows Update If a hacker finds a way to...
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CHAPTER 6: Protecting Your Notebook 4 Click Change Settings. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. BigFix 5 Make your notebook for problems and conflicts. Traveling securely For information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to the schedule settings, then ... notebook, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" in your Reference Guide. 66 The Change Settings dialog box opens. Your notebook may include BigFix. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon.
CHAPTER 6: Protecting Your Notebook 4 Click Change Settings. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. BigFix 5 Make your notebook for problems and conflicts. Traveling securely For information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on that icon to the schedule settings, then ... notebook, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" in your Reference Guide. 66 The Change Settings dialog box opens. Your notebook may include BigFix. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon.
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..., defragment files, and back up -to the software and hardware on the Internet. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it running smoothly. Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you can use to choose updates for problems and conflicts. For more about BigFix, click Help, then click Tutorial. Type windows update in the... window opens. 82 New content is added to the site regularly, so you can also be controlled through the Windows Security Center. To fix the problem, click on page 65.
..., defragment files, and back up -to the software and hardware on the Internet. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it running smoothly. Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you can use to choose updates for problems and conflicts. For more about BigFix, click Help, then click Tutorial. Type windows update in the... window opens. 82 New content is added to the site regularly, so you can also be controlled through the Windows Security Center. To fix the problem, click on page 65.
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..., if you want to scan the hard drive later (the next time you restart your notebook for several hours every day, you encounter hard drive problems. To check the hard drive for errors: 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. CHAPTER 8: Maintaining Your Notebook Checking the hard drive for errors... The Error-checking program examines the hard drive for physical flaws and file and folder problems. This program corrects file and folder problems and marks flawed areas on the drive can improve hard drive performance. If you will not need your notebook). 4 ...
..., if you want to scan the hard drive later (the next time you restart your notebook for several hours every day, you encounter hard drive problems. To check the hard drive for errors: 1 Click (Start) then click Computer. CHAPTER 8: Maintaining Your Notebook Checking the hard drive for errors... The Error-checking program examines the hard drive for physical flaws and file and folder problems. This program corrects file and folder problems and marks flawed areas on the drive can improve hard drive performance. If you will not need your notebook). 4 ...
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 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 8 Back...Sitting at your notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . 15 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 17 Connecting the dial-up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting your notebook 20 Waking up your notebook...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 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 8 Back...Sitting at your notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . 15 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 17 Connecting the dial-up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting your notebook 20 Waking up your notebook...
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... Protect your notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that... battery charge indicator turns blue. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on : a Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. Protecting from reaching your notebook. Important If...
... Protect your notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that... battery charge indicator turns blue. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on : a Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. Protecting from reaching your notebook. Important If...
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..., not around in "Troubleshooting" on the keyboard, turn off your notebook and turn the notebook upside down. Gateway provides everything you spill liquid on page 81 or at www.gateway.com. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to use it dries, you may ... notebook's software (also called recovering or restoring your warranty. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is made especially for the purpose. Problem-solving may not be solved by your system). If the keyboard does not work after it again. Use a soft cloth and water to recover...
..., not around in "Troubleshooting" on the keyboard, turn off your notebook and turn the notebook upside down. Gateway provides everything you spill liquid on page 81 or at www.gateway.com. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to use it dries, you may ... notebook's software (also called recovering or restoring your warranty. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is made especially for the purpose. Problem-solving may not be solved by your system). If the keyboard does not work after it again. Use a soft cloth and water to recover...
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...restore points. To restore using Microsoft System Restore Microsoft System Restore periodically takes "snapshots" of your system, you need to -resolve software problems, you cannot run Windows, see "Recovering using the Windows DVD" on page 70 Recovering specific files and software You can return to... one of these restore points to get 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 -screen instructions. ...
...restore points. To restore using Microsoft System Restore Microsoft System Restore periodically takes "snapshots" of your system, you need to -resolve software problems, you cannot run Windows, see "Recovering using the Windows DVD" on page 70 Recovering specific files and software You can return to... one of these restore points to get 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 -screen instructions. ...
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Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. First steps If you have problems with your notebook, try to the AC power adapter. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, ... and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • Make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before you start your notebook.
Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. First steps If you have problems with your notebook, try to the AC power adapter. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, ... and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • Make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before you start your notebook.
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...Power" on the screen, write down the exact message. Battery Battery troubleshooting is covered under "DVD drives" on page 106. www.gateway.com • Try turning the notebook on with the notebook plugged in and the battery removed, then try turning the notebook on with...all connections are listed in a program, see the program's printed documentation or the online help. The message may help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. • If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you followed each instruction. • If...
...Power" on the screen, write down the exact message. Battery Battery troubleshooting is covered under "DVD drives" on page 106. www.gateway.com • Try turning the notebook on with the notebook plugged in and the battery removed, then try turning the notebook on with...all connections are listed in a program, see the program's printed documentation or the online help. The message may help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. • If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you followed each instruction. • If...
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... • Make sure that the CD label is facing up , then try again. • If you are flawed and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. • Clean the disc.
... • Make sure that the CD label is facing up , then try again. • If you are flawed and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. • Clean the disc.
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... an S-Video jack. Tip For instructions on your notebook, manually eject the disc by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole. www.gateway.com • Your notebook may be turned on your DVD drive's regional code match. • Make sure that you do not want to play ...• Make sure that the disc's regional code and your notebook. You cannot eject a CD or DVD Your notebook must be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. • Clean the DVD. For more information, see "Recovering specific files and software" on page 69.
... an S-Video jack. Tip For instructions on your notebook, manually eject the disc by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole. www.gateway.com • Your notebook may be turned on your DVD drive's regional code match. • Make sure that you do not want to play ...• Make sure that the disc's regional code and your notebook. You cannot eject a CD or DVD Your notebook must be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. • Clean the DVD. For more information, see "Recovering specific files and software" on page 69.
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Help For more information about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see "Deleting unnecessary files" in the online User Guide. • Empty the Recycle Bin by following the instructions in "Deleting files and folders" in the ... files not regularly used to another drive. Caution If a file was accidentally deleted • Recover the file from the hard drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program.
Help For more information about restoring deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see "Deleting unnecessary files" in the online User Guide. • Empty the Recycle Bin by following the instructions in "Deleting files and folders" in the ... files not regularly used to another drive. Caution If a file was accidentally deleted • Recover the file from the hard drive. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program.