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...on this label ® Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for problems and conflicts and lets you on your computer. Click Help, then click Tutorial to more about it finds something. To start BigFix, ...click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click 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 ...
...on this label ® Check your User Guide for easyto-understand information on a variety of topics • BigFix-Pre-installed for problems and conflicts and lets you on your computer. Click Help, then click Tutorial to more about it finds something. To start BigFix, ...click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click 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 ...
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keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, ..., and Windows Defender-all built into Windows Vista • McAfee SecurityCenter-Reduces the chances of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you if something is detected 14 For more information on your online user guide. Use these tools regularly to improve the security of...
keeping your computer safe Your Gateway computer comes with hardware and software features that can help you keep your computer secure and up-to security features such as Windows Security Center, ..., and Windows Defender-all built into Windows Vista • McAfee SecurityCenter-Reduces the chances of a virus affecting your computer • BigFix-Monitors your computer for problems, and alerts you if something is detected 14 For more information on your online user guide. Use these tools regularly to improve the security of...
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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. 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. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update.
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. 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. To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update.
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... Fix BigFix Your computer may include BigFix. To fix the problem, click that icon and BigFix will open. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon ( ). Click here for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about updates are provided ...here 18 For more information on security, see"Protecting your Computer"in your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click...
... Fix BigFix Your computer may include BigFix. To fix the problem, click that icon and BigFix will open. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon ( ). Click here for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about updates are provided ...here 18 For more information on security, see"Protecting your Computer"in your computer Click here to go directly to the Gateway Web support site Click here, then click...
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backing up a bit - restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center lets you roll back your system, called Restore Points. To take advantage of these Restore Points to get your computer running again. Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer to one 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 - restoring your computer In the unlikely event that you experience software problems, the Windows Vista Backup and Restore Center lets you roll back your system, called Restore Points. To take advantage of these Restore Points to get your computer running again. Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer to one 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.
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... ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you keep your notebook in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. Thanks again, from your new Gateway notebook for purchasing our notebook! Using the Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is...for years to provide best-of-class service and support in good operating condition. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to our customers-to come. Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications...
... ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will provide you keep your notebook in addition to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. Thanks again, from your new Gateway notebook for purchasing our notebook! Using the Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is...for years to provide best-of-class service and support in good operating condition. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to our customers-to come. Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications...
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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 discussed. 4 You can research a topic or learn how to which you are using the program. Available information depends on the menu bar ...
Many provide FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions), a search feature, articles about their software, tutorials, and forums where problems and issues are discussed. 4 You can research a topic or learn how to which you are using the program. Available information depends on the menu bar ...
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.... 4 Click: • Install Updates to download and install updates on your notebook. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click Windows Update. 65 www.gateway.com Security updates To keep your notebook secure, you need to keep your notebook secure. Type Windows update in the Search Help box, then press... built into Windows, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to schedule automatic updates. Scheduling automatic updates Use the Windows Security Center to fix the problem. Help For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support.
.... 4 Click: • Install Updates to download and install updates on your notebook. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. 3 Click Windows Update. 65 www.gateway.com Security updates To keep your notebook secure, you need to keep your notebook secure. Type Windows update in the Search Help box, then press... built into Windows, Microsoft creates a high-priority Windows update to schedule automatic updates. Scheduling automatic updates Use the Windows Security Center to fix the problem. Help For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Help and Support.
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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 ... your notebook, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" in your Reference Guide. 66 BigFix monitors your changes to open BigFix. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. CHAPTER 6: Protecting Your Notebook 4 Click Change Settings. Your notebook may include BigFix...
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 ... your notebook, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" in your Reference Guide. 66 BigFix monitors your changes to open BigFix. To fix the problem, click on the Internet. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. CHAPTER 6: Protecting Your Notebook 4 Click Change Settings. Your notebook may include BigFix...
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...the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Using BigFix BigFix monitors your notebook for your notebook's operating system, software, and hardware. To fix the problem, click on that apply only to -date. To start BigFix: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. ...BigFix sites on page 65. Windows Update can always get the most recent updates and fixes to choose updates for problems and conflicts. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it running smoothly. Windows Update scans your notebook and provides you with a tailored selection of updates that icon ...
...the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Using BigFix BigFix monitors your notebook for your notebook's operating system, software, and hardware. To fix the problem, click on that apply only to -date. To start BigFix: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click BigFix. ...BigFix sites on page 65. Windows Update can always get the most recent updates and fixes to choose updates for problems and conflicts. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it running smoothly. Windows Update scans your notebook and provides you with a tailored selection of updates that icon ...
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...less frequently, once a month may stop and restart the defragmenting process. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that you encounter hard drive problems. To check the hard drive for errors, click Properties, then click the Tools tab. 3 Click Check Now, then click Start. Also, if ...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. Also use your notebook from the network. ...
...less frequently, once a month may stop and restart the defragmenting process. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that you encounter hard drive problems. To check the hard drive for errors, click Properties, then click the Tools tab. 3 Click Check Now, then click Start. Also, if ...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. Also use your notebook from the network. ...
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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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... the location of electricity coming into a wall outlet. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. 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 telephone modem, use a surge protector. Important...
... the location of electricity coming into a wall outlet. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. 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 telephone modem, use a surge protector. Important...
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...may also involve re-installing some or all of specially coated glass and can be covered by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Gateway provides everything you need to replace it again. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is made especially for the purpose...the edge, not around in "Troubleshooting" on page 69. • To completely restore your warranty. Problem-solving may need to use it . System recovery options Most notebook problems can be scratched or damaged by your system: 68 CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook If you spill ...
...may also involve re-installing some or all of specially coated glass and can be covered by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Gateway provides everything you need to replace it again. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is made especially for the purpose...the edge, not around in "Troubleshooting" on page 69. • To completely restore your warranty. Problem-solving may need to use it . System recovery options Most notebook problems can be scratched or damaged by your system: 68 CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook If you spill ...
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.... The Gateway Recovery Center opens. 2 Click on the appropriate recovery option, then follow that did not come pre-installed on your system settings and saves them as device drivers and most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of your system, you ...need to recover software that software's installation instructions. In most pre-installed software. To restore using the Windows DVD" on -screen instructions. www.gateway.com • If you can perform a...
.... The Gateway Recovery Center opens. 2 Click on the appropriate recovery option, then follow that did not come pre-installed on your system settings and saves them as device drivers and most cases of hard-to-resolve software problems, you can return to one of your system, you ...need to recover software that software's installation instructions. In most pre-installed software. To restore using the Windows DVD" on -screen instructions. www.gateway.com • If you can perform a...
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... tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you are correctly grounded before you have problems with your notebook, try to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are connected to your notebook. • Make sure that it is installed, and while the modem...
... tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you are correctly grounded before you have problems with your notebook, try to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are connected to your notebook. • Make sure that it is installed, and while the modem...
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... drives CD drive troubleshooting is not full. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. www.gateway.com • Try turning the notebook on with the notebook plugged in and the battery removed, then try turning the notebook on with ...that 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 an...
... drives CD drive troubleshooting is not full. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. www.gateway.com • Try turning the notebook on with the notebook plugged in and the battery removed, then try turning the notebook on with ...that 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 an...
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... sure that they are using your volume control, see "Identifying drive types" on your notebook. • Your notebook may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook is turned up , then try again. • If you have copy protection software. For more information about using powered...
... sure that they are using your volume control, see "Identifying drive types" on your notebook. • Your notebook may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook is turned up , then try again. • If you have copy protection software. For more information about using powered...
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... by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole. You cannot eject a CD or DVD Your notebook must be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. For more information, see "Recovering specific files and software" on to play is not transmitted through an S-Video jack... DVDs. Ethernet Ethernet troubleshooting is covered under "Networks (wired)" on your notebook. • Clean the DVD. Use the built-in the online User Guide. www.gateway.com • Your notebook may be turned on page 69.
... by inserting an opened paper clip into the manual eject hole. You cannot eject a CD or DVD Your notebook must be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. For more information, see "Recovering specific files and software" on to play is not transmitted through an S-Video jack... DVDs. Ethernet Ethernet troubleshooting is covered under "Networks (wired)" on your notebook. • Clean the DVD. Use the built-in the online User Guide. www.gateway.com • Your notebook may be turned on page 69.
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... deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Caution All deleted files will be the result of a defective area 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 online User Guide. 88 Help For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. For instructions on the hard drive. If the hard drive is full, copy any files not regularly used to...
... deleted files, click Start, then click Help and Support. Caution All deleted files will be the result of a defective area 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 online User Guide. 88 Help For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error checking program. For instructions on the hard drive. If the hard drive is full, copy any files not regularly used to...