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... 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. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. See your keyboard. 8 Remove the four screws that secure ...that secure the hard drive to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Go to boot from the old drive. A list...
... 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. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. See your keyboard. 8 Remove the four screws that secure ...that secure the hard drive to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Go to boot from the old drive. A list...
8511854 - Gateway Starter Guide for Windows Vista
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Contents Getting started with Windows 4 Windows Welcome Center 7 Getting help 8 Internet 10 E-mail 11 Using CDs and DVDs 12 Safety and security 14 Improving performance 19 Restoring your system 20
Contents Getting started with Windows 4 Windows Welcome Center 7 Getting help 8 Internet 10 E-mail 11 Using CDs and DVDs 12 Safety and security 14 Improving performance 19 Restoring your system 20
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...(Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see"Windows Basics"under Help and Support in the Start menu. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see on your own Use Gadgets to watch... the time, check the latest news, or view a favorite photo This is the Windows desktop. Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons of your computer's configuration. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and ...
...(Start) to access programs and to turn off your computer 4 For more information about Windows, see"Windows Basics"under Help and Support in the Start menu. we do Windows After you start your computer and complete the Windows® setup, the first thing you'll see on your own Use Gadgets to watch... the time, check the latest news, or view a favorite photo This is the Windows desktop. Drag items to the Recycle Bin to delete them Add icons of your computer's configuration. The desktop includes a taskbar, Start button ( ), and ...
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... your computer. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file, change settings Click here to see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support. 5 Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to open files and folders...
... your computer. getting things started The Start menu is where it all your programs Type here to find a file, change settings Click here to see "Windows Basics"under Help and Support. 5 Click here to access the Internet, e-mail, and your most frequently used programs Click here to open files and folders...
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To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see what's on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see everything on your computer. From there, you . To access that has already been set up for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for you can see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
To get there, click (Start), then click Computer. To save something right away, use Computer Look here to see what's on your computer 6 For more information about Windows, see everything on your computer. From there, you . To access that has already been set up for immediate use the Documents folder that folder, click (Start), then click Documents. Documents Already created for you, this folder is ready for you can see "Windows basics"under Help and Support. maintaining order Managing files and folders starts with the Computer folder.
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Get information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners! Click Welcome Center and select an option. welcome to special deals from a previous computer to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to the Welcome Center! To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about the newest features in Windows Vista 7
Get information about your computer Transfer files and settings from Gateway partners! Click Welcome Center and select an option. welcome to special deals from a previous computer to a new one Learn about your computer, as well as links to the Welcome Center! To access the Welcome Center, click (Start), Control Panel, then click System and Maintenance. The Welcome Center offers a wealth of options for getting more information about the newest features in Windows Vista 7
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... way to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications..., tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. If you 're looking for. Click a link, do a search, or simply browse to find what you need additional help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer, Gateway... offers several options designed to get information 8 Gateway's Web support is available ...
... way to meet your needs: • Gateway Web support-Available 24/7, Gateway's online support provides current drivers, product specifications..., tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. If you 're looking for. Click a link, do a search, or simply browse to find what you need additional help and troubleshooting information, along with something on your computer, Gateway... offers several options designed to get information 8 Gateway's Web support is available ...
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... Support. To listen to favorite music CDs or watching DVDs with software already installed on DVD, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays from the disc you are playing are listed here Click these ...). You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see your new Gateway computer. Note: You must have a DVD disc drive to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Put the disk into the CD or DVD drive on your listening and viewing pleasure...
... Support. To listen to favorite music CDs or watching DVDs with software already installed on DVD, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. You can control how the music CD or video DVD plays from the disc you are playing are listed here Click these ...). You can also control the volume here. 12 For more information about using media, see your new Gateway computer. Note: You must have a DVD disc drive to play a DVD Songs or scene selections from Windows Media Player. Put the disk into the CD or DVD drive on your listening and viewing pleasure...
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... Music folder. Create an MP3 music file To create an MP3, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Note: you want to save content such as data or movies to DVD, open Windows Media Player and put a blank, writable DVD into the DVD burner on your online user guide or... Windows Help and Support. 13 Put a music CD in the disc drive on your computer. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your Gateway computer. Make sure that the songs you must have a DVD...
... Music folder. Create an MP3 music file To create an MP3, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Media Player. Note: you want to save content such as data or movies to DVD, open Windows Media Player and put a blank, writable DVD into the DVD burner on your online user guide or... Windows Help and Support. 13 Put a music CD in the disc drive on your computer. rip, burn, play Create a custom music CD with easy-to-use software already installed on your Gateway computer. Make sure that the songs you must have a DVD...
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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-Provides access to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, Windows Update, and Windows Defender-all built into Windows Vista • McAfee SecurityCenter-Reduces the...
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-Provides access to security features such as Windows Security Center, Windows Firewall, Windows Update, and Windows Defender-all built into Windows Vista • McAfee SecurityCenter-Reduces the...
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securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in your computers. Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you want for your computer For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in security features designed to protect you, your family, and your online user guide. 15 To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center.
securing the perimeter Windows Vista provides built-in your computers. Guard against spyware, pop-ups, and other unwanted software Select and control the type and level of protection you want for your computer For more information on security, see"Protecting Your Computer"in security features designed to protect you, your family, and your online user guide. 15 To view or change Windows Vista security settings, click (Start), Control Panel, Security, then click Security Center.
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To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update. Click Express to fix the problem. 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. 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.
To run Windows Update, click (Start), All Programs, then click Windows Update. Click Express to fix the problem. 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. 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.
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To take advantage of these Restore Points to a previous state when everything worked right. Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer running again. 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 computer to get your system, called Restore Points. You can return to one of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20
To take advantage of these Restore Points to a previous state when everything worked right. Vista takes regular snapshots of your computer running again. 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 computer to get your system, called Restore Points. You can return to one of the restore features in Windows, click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. 20
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... reconfigured. This process deletes your data files, so they must be saved on your keyboard repeatedly while your computer is saved on a hidden area of Windows. This lets you purchased your computer. reinstalling the operating system A backup copy of your hard drive's original factory-installed contents is starting.
... reconfigured. This process deletes your data files, so they must be saved on your keyboard repeatedly while your computer is saved on a hidden area of Windows. This lets you purchased your computer. reinstalling the operating system A backup copy of your hard drive's original factory-installed contents is starting.
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6 Click Next, then click Yes. Your computer will restart and Windows will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the factory. Recovery starts. 7 When recovery is complete, click Finish. 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 date. 23 You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer, it will finish its setup and installation.
6 Click Next, then click Yes. Your computer will restart and Windows will appear with the same files and programs it had when it shipped from the factory. Recovery starts. 7 When recovery is complete, click Finish. 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 date. 23 You still need to download Windows updates and antivirus updates to bring your computer, it will finish its setup and installation.
8511882 - Gateway Notebook User Guide for Windows Vista
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... purchasing our notebook 2 Using the Gateway Web site 2 Using Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 4 Chapter 2: Using Windows Vista 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the desktop 8 Identifying window items 8 Working with files and... Creating folders 10 Copying and moving files and folders 10 Deleting files and folders 11 Searching for files 12 Using the Windows Search 12 Browsing for files and folders 13 Using Tablet PC 14 Calibrating your tablet 14 Using gestures 15 Using the ...
... purchasing our notebook 2 Using the Gateway Web site 2 Using Help and Support 3 Searching for a topic 3 Getting help for Windows Media Center 3 Using online help 4 Chapter 2: Using Windows Vista 5 Using the Windows desktop 6 Using the Start menu 7 Adding icons to the desktop 8 Identifying window items 8 Working with files and... Creating folders 10 Copying and moving files and folders 10 Deleting files and folders 11 Searching for files 12 Using the Windows Search 12 Browsing for files and folders 13 Using Tablet PC 14 Calibrating your tablet 14 Using gestures 15 Using the ...
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... and video DVDs 38 Creating a music CD 38 Creating a video DVD 39 Creating and copying data discs 41 Creating a data disc 41 Using Windows Media Center 42 Starting Windows Media Center 42 Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook 43 Introduction to Networking 44 Making sure your broadband connection works 44 Networking terms you should...
... and video DVDs 38 Creating a music CD 38 Creating a video DVD 39 Creating and copying data discs 41 Creating a data disc 41 Using Windows Media Center 42 Starting Windows Media Center 42 Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook 43 Introduction to Networking 44 Making sure your broadband connection works 44 Networking terms you should...
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...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 McAfee SecurityCenter 60 Using Windows Security Center 64 Security updates 65 Windows Update 65 BigFix 66 Traveling securely 66 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows... settings 77 Using the Ease of Access Center 77 Using voice recognition 78 Using the Windows Mobility Center 79 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 81 Updating Windows 82 Using BigFix 82 Managing hard drive space 82 Checking hard drive space 82 Deleting ...
...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 McAfee SecurityCenter 60 Using Windows Security Center 64 Security updates 65 Windows Update 65 BigFix 66 Traveling securely 66 Chapter 7: Customizing Windows... settings 77 Using the Ease of Access Center 77 Using voice recognition 78 Using the Windows Mobility Center 79 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 81 Updating Windows 82 Using BigFix 82 Managing hard drive space 82 Checking hard drive space 82 Deleting ...
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... Help and Support opens. To access Media Center help you quickly discover and use Windows Media Center. The Media Center Help window opens. -ORIf you are connected to use the many features of your Gateway notebook. To start Help and Support: • Click (Start), then click Help...your question. www.gateway.com Using Help and Support Your notebook includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of help for Windows Media Center If your notebook has Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate Edition, you can click Windows Online Help, then type Windows Media Center in...
... Help and Support opens. To access Media Center help you quickly discover and use Windows Media Center. The Media Center Help window opens. -ORIf you are connected to use the many features of your Gateway notebook. To start Help and Support: • Click (Start), then click Help...your question. www.gateway.com Using Help and Support Your notebook includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of help for Windows Media Center If your notebook has Home Premium or Windows Vista Ultimate Edition, you can click Windows Online Help, then type Windows Media Center in...
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CHAPTER 2 Using Windows Vista • Using the Windows desktop • Working with files and folders • Searching for files • Using Tablet PC • Working with documents • Shortcuts 5
CHAPTER 2 Using Windows Vista • Using the Windows desktop • Working with files and folders • Searching for files • Using Tablet PC • Working with documents • Shortcuts 5