8513031 - Gateway Notebook User Guide for Windows Vista R3
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... Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 74 Adding and modifying user accounts 75 Changing accessibility settings 76 Using the Ease of Access Center 76 Using voice recognition 77 Using the Windows Mobility Center 78 Setting up parental controls 80 Filtering Internet access 80 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 81 Restricting game access 81 Restricting specific programs 83 Creating activity reports 83 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 85 Setting up a maintenance schedule 86 Updating Windows 86 Using BigFix 86 Managing hard drive...
... Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 74 Adding and modifying user accounts 75 Changing accessibility settings 76 Using the Ease of Access Center 76 Using voice recognition 77 Using the Windows Mobility Center 78 Setting up parental controls 80 Filtering Internet access 80 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 81 Restricting game access 81 Restricting specific programs 83 Creating activity reports 83 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 85 Setting up a maintenance schedule 86 Updating Windows 86 Using BigFix 86 Managing hard drive...
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... Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. This connection type is commonly used in offices around the world and can be the same on all computers on setting up a wired Ethernet network is located on. Business networks are common methods of a WAN is available at 1000 Mbps. To create a wired Ethernet network, you to each computer or network device. This number...
... Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. This connection type is commonly used in offices around the world and can be the same on all computers on setting up a wired Ethernet network is located on. Business networks are common methods of a WAN is available at 1000 Mbps. To create a wired Ethernet network, you to each computer or network device. This number...
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... printer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook 4 Click a network, then click Connect. Testing your network Now that came with your printer to install the printer drivers on the network, then click Properties. Adding a printer to your router or access point is using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them back on...
... printer to the Internet: • Click (Start), Control Panel, Network and Internet, then click Network and Sharing Center. CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook 4 Click a network, then click Connect. Testing your network Now that came with your printer to install the printer drivers on the network, then click Properties. Adding a printer to your router or access point is using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them back on...
8512564 - Component Replacement Manual R0
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... the bottom of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. All rights reserved. If you may be prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 18 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express, PC, and memory cards. Replacing the Hard Drive Kit 2 13 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 15 Turn on your notebook. 16 If the hard drive was sent to...
... the bottom of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. All rights reserved. If you may be prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 18 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express, PC, and memory cards. Replacing the Hard Drive Kit 2 13 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 15 Turn on your notebook. 16 If the hard drive was sent to...
8513067 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference R3
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... 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cleaning the notebook screen 77 Maintaining the battery 78 Storing batteries 78 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 79 Recovering your system 79 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 80 Using Microsoft System Restore 86 Recovering your system to its factory condition 89 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD 90 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 93 Preventing static electricity discharge 94 Adding or replacing memory modules 95 Replacing the hard drive kit 100 iii
... 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cleaning the notebook screen 77 Maintaining the battery 78 Storing batteries 78 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 79 Recovering your system 79 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 80 Using Microsoft System Restore 86 Recovering your system to its factory condition 89 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD 90 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 93 Preventing static electricity discharge 94 Adding or replacing memory modules 95 Replacing the hard drive kit 100 iii
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... is 1. If you place a single-sided disc in the tray, make sure that help control DVD title exports and help reduce illegal disc distribution. www.gateway.com Using a CD or DVD drive [ Manual eject hole Eject button Important Prerecorded DVDs and DVD drives contain regional codes that the label side is determined by your notebook, manually eject the disc by inserting an opened paper clip into place. 3 Push the...
... is 1. If you place a single-sided disc in the tray, make sure that help control DVD title exports and help reduce illegal disc distribution. www.gateway.com Using a CD or DVD drive [ Manual eject hole Eject button Important Prerecorded DVDs and DVD drives contain regional codes that the label side is determined by your notebook, manually eject the disc by inserting an opened paper clip into place. 3 Push the...
8513067 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference R3
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... set using the BIOS utility. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Important You must enter the Supervisor Password each time you turn on your notebook if it passes through the X-ray machine in security checkpoints. • Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on boot, then press ENTER. 72 The startup password is very secure, with no easy way to recover a forgotten password...
... set using the BIOS utility. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Important You must enter the Supervisor Password each time you turn on your notebook if it passes through the X-ray machine in security checkpoints. • Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on boot, then press ENTER. 72 The startup password is very secure, with no easy way to recover a forgotten password...
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...recovery discs while you have shipped with your notebook, you should create your hard drive. www.gateway.com Preparing for software and device driver recovery You can usually recover your pre-installed software and drivers from the Windows DVD or install a new hard drive, you need to recover your pre-installed software and drivers using a set of software and driver recovery discs. You should create a set of discs in case you need recovery discs, we recommend that you prepare for any eventuality and create a set of discs for recovering your pre-installed software and device drivers...
...recovery discs while you have shipped with your notebook, you should create your hard drive. www.gateway.com Preparing for software and device driver recovery You can usually recover your pre-installed software and drivers from the Windows DVD or install a new hard drive, you need to recover your pre-installed software and drivers using a set of software and driver recovery discs. You should create a set of discs in case you need recovery discs, we recommend that you prepare for any eventuality and create a set of discs for recovering your pre-installed software and device drivers...
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CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 11 Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 20 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any key on your keyboard and follow the on your notebook, open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your notebook. 19 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from the old drive. 102 13 Insert the new drive label side up...
CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 11 Remove the screws that secure the hard drive to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 20 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any key on your keyboard and follow the on your notebook, open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your notebook. 19 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from the old drive. 102 13 Insert the new drive label side up...
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...; Make sure that Mute controls are turned off. • If you are flawed and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook is facing up . For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 79. 108 For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 80. For the location of the headphone jack, see "Recovering pre-installed software...
...; Make sure that Mute controls are turned off. • If you are flawed and cannot be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook is facing up . For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 79. 108 For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 80. For the location of the headphone jack, see "Recovering pre-installed software...
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www.gateway.com • Make sure that the hard drive is set up correctly. For more information, see an "Unable to the Internet • If you still get the error, your ISP may need to browse the Internet • This problem can occur when you have lost your Internet connection, or your Internet service provider (ISP) is installed correctly. Contact your browser, then reconnect and open the...
www.gateway.com • Make sure that the hard drive is set up correctly. For more information, see an "Unable to the Internet • If you still get the error, your ISP may need to browse the Internet • This problem can occur when you have lost your Internet connection, or your Internet service provider (ISP) is installed correctly. Contact your browser, then reconnect and open the...
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... your modem jack, see "Right" on page 8. • If the modem shares the telephone line with the modem connection. • Shut down and restart your notebook • Make sure that the telephone line is not in use (for example, someone is on your modem, then click Properties. The Control Panel window opens. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Phone and Modem Options. Help...
... your modem jack, see "Right" on page 8. • If the modem shares the telephone line with the modem connection. • Shut down and restart your notebook • Make sure that the telephone line is not in use (for example, someone is on your modem, then click Properties. The Control Panel window opens. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Phone and Modem Options. Help...
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... using power management settings, see "Recalibrating the battery" on page 62. • Let the battery return to your notebook. Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to an electrical outlet, turned on, and working correctly. For instructions on recalibrating your battery, see "Changing notebook power settings" on page 66. • Make sure that the battery is not working on battery power • Check the power management settings. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter...
... using power management settings, see "Recalibrating the battery" on page 62. • Let the battery return to your notebook. Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to an electrical outlet, turned on, and working correctly. For instructions on recalibrating your battery, see "Changing notebook power settings" on page 66. • Make sure that the battery is not working on battery power • Check the power management settings. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter...
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... the printer can start printing. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Printers. 4 Right-click the name of the printer you may need to be the default printer, then click Set as Default Printer. • Reinstall the printer driver. To make sure that came with your notebook. See the guide that you may want to use, then click Use Printer Online to set to the...
... the printer can start printing. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Printers. 4 Right-click the name of the printer you may need to be the default printer, then click Set as Default Printer. • Reinstall the printer driver. To make sure that came with your notebook. See the guide that you may want to use, then click Use Printer Online to set to the...
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..., make sure that all cables are traveling, you may need to activate the external monitor option. • Make sure that the monitor is turned on page 54. If you use different standards. For instructions on and that the S-Video cable is connected correctly. For more information, see "Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings" in your notebook is connected correctly to adjust the touchpad settings, see "Viewing the display on a television" on and that the video cable is connected...
..., make sure that all cables are traveling, you may need to activate the external monitor option. • Make sure that the monitor is turned on page 54. If you use different standards. For instructions on and that the S-Video cable is connected correctly. For more information, see "Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings" in your notebook is connected correctly to adjust the touchpad settings, see "Viewing the display on a television" on and that the video cable is connected...
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... locating 10 managing power 63 maximizing performance 63 monitoring charge 60 purchasing 56 recalibrating 62 recharging 16, 60 release latch 10 replacing 61 storing 78 troubleshooting 125 bays battery 61 hard drive 10 memory 10, 95 BIOS Setup utility 62 Bluetooth system key 26 turning off 26, 39 turning on 26, 39 brightness adjusting 27, 35 system keys 27 broadband modem connecting 19 button Effects 33 Help 33 Properties 33 settings 33 Snapshot 34 Start camera...
... locating 10 managing power 63 maximizing performance 63 monitoring charge 60 purchasing 56 recalibrating 62 recharging 16, 60 release latch 10 replacing 61 storing 78 troubleshooting 125 bays battery 61 hard drive 10 memory 10, 95 BIOS Setup utility 62 Bluetooth system key 26 turning off 26, 39 turning on 26, 39 brightness adjusting 27, 35 system keys 27 broadband modem connecting 19 button Effects 33 Help 33 Properties 33 settings 33 Snapshot 34 Start camera...
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... 45 installing 45 removing 45 slot 45 troubleshooting 109 external monitor 9, 26 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 faxes troubleshooting 119 files opening 30 transferring 71 troubleshooting 110 Firewire port 8, 48 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 30 function keys 24 G Gateway contact information 2 model number 2 serial number 2 Support 3 Gateway Recovery Center re-installing drivers 83 re-installing programs 83 re-installing software 83 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 23 installing 100 purchasing 56 replacing 100 troubleshooting 110 headphone jack 6 Help button 33 Hibernate mode 21, 64 hot...
... 45 installing 45 removing 45 slot 45 troubleshooting 109 external monitor 9, 26 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 faxes troubleshooting 119 files opening 30 transferring 71 troubleshooting 110 Firewire port 8, 48 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 30 function keys 24 G Gateway contact information 2 model number 2 serial number 2 Support 3 Gateway Recovery Center re-installing drivers 83 re-installing programs 83 re-installing software 83 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 23 installing 100 purchasing 56 replacing 100 troubleshooting 110 headphone jack 6 Help button 33 Hibernate mode 21, 64 hot...
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... of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 laser printer 57 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 77 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 106 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 70 line tester 70 lock cable 72 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 76, 79 Media Center troubleshooting 113 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 95 purchasing 56 removing 95 replacing 95 troubleshooting 116 memory card reader inserting card 44 locating 8 memory cards supported 44 removing card 45 troubleshooting 116 using 44 microphone built-in 11...
... of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 laser printer 57 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 77 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 106 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 70 line tester 70 lock cable 72 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 76, 79 Media Center troubleshooting 113 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 95 purchasing 56 removing 95 replacing 95 troubleshooting 116 memory card reader inserting card 44 locating 8 memory cards supported 44 removing card 45 troubleshooting 116 using 44 microphone built-in 11...
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... 66 Sleep mode 21, 26, 64 source problems 18 SpeedStep settings 66 status indicator 6 surge protector 18 troubleshooting 125 turning off notebook 21 turning on notebook 20 power adapters airplane 56 automobile 56 printer default 126 inkjet 57 installing 48 laser 57 troubleshooting 125 USB port 8 programs closing unresponsive 22 opening 30 recovery discs 81, 84 re-installing 80 projector adding 50 color quality 52 port 9 screen resolution 52 troubleshooting 128 using 26, 53 Properties button...
... 66 Sleep mode 21, 26, 64 source problems 18 SpeedStep settings 66 status indicator 6 surge protector 18 troubleshooting 125 turning off notebook 21 turning on notebook 20 power adapters airplane 56 automobile 56 printer default 126 inkjet 57 installing 48 laser 57 troubleshooting 125 USB port 8 programs closing unresponsive 22 opening 30 recovery discs 81, 84 re-installing 80 projector adding 50 color quality 52 port 9 screen resolution 52 troubleshooting 128 using 26, 53 Properties button...
8512487 - Setup Poster R1 for Windows Vista
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... your hard drive. USER GUIDE ® SEE YOUR GETTING STARTED GUIDE After setting up : your Reference Guide. To ensure a high level of security, you should: • Regularly update your battery: • Dim the display as low as you need to change without notice. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Product specifications subject to connect safely and securely. USB ports Ethernet jack Modem jack USB ports 4 START THE NOTEBOOK Press the power button, then...
... your hard drive. USER GUIDE ® SEE YOUR GETTING STARTED GUIDE After setting up : your Reference Guide. To ensure a high level of security, you should: • Regularly update your battery: • Dim the display as low as you need to change without notice. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Product specifications subject to connect safely and securely. USB ports Ethernet jack Modem jack USB ports 4 START THE NOTEBOOK Press the power button, then...