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TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 4 Upgrading your computer 20 Registration 4 Expanding through options 20 Software installation 5 Connectivity options 20 Recovery 5 Having trouble 5 Software 25 Using Windows and your software 25 Computer Basics 7 Welcome Center 25 Safety and comfort 7 Internet security offer 25 Safety precautions 7 Productivity software 26 Health precautions 10 Gateway Recovery Management........... 26 Setting up your computer 12 Playing multimedia files 26 Playing DVD movies 30 Arranging a comfortable work area 12...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 4 Upgrading your computer 20 Registration 4 Expanding through options 20 Software installation 5 Connectivity options 20 Recovery 5 Having trouble 5 Software 25 Using Windows and your software 25 Computer Basics 7 Welcome Center 25 Safety and comfort 7 Internet security offer 25 Safety precautions 7 Productivity software 26 Health precautions 10 Gateway Recovery Management........... 26 Setting up your computer 12 Playing multimedia files 26 Playing DVD movies 30 Arranging a comfortable work area 12...
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... this Gateway computer! The second window you'll see contains optional fields that will then configure installed software. How to register During the initial startup of your computer, a window will help you for the first time, it is recommended that you register it will ask you questions that will invite you with a more personable customer service experience. 4 REGISTRATION When using...
... this Gateway computer! The second window you'll see contains optional fields that will then configure installed software. How to register During the initial startup of your computer, a window will help you for the first time, it is recommended that you register it will ask you questions that will invite you with a more personable customer service experience. 4 REGISTRATION When using...
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... your computer is easy. Wireless Certain computers include a wireless mouse and keyboard. Please follow the instructions provided on the setup guide. 16 Actual device models may vary. Please follow the instructions provided on the setup guide. USB interface You can also plug a USB mouse or a USB keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port (purple port) and mouse port (green port) located on the front and rear panels of your computer. USING YOUR COMPUTER CONNECTING THE COMPUTER Setting up your reference only.
... your computer is easy. Wireless Certain computers include a wireless mouse and keyboard. Please follow the instructions provided on the setup guide. 16 Actual device models may vary. Please follow the instructions provided on the setup guide. USB interface You can also plug a USB mouse or a USB keyboard cable into the PS/2 keyboard port (purple port) and mouse port (green port) located on the front and rear panels of your computer. USING YOUR COMPUTER CONNECTING THE COMPUTER Setting up your reference only.
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... setting according to configure your computer - 17 Connect a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the appropriate port located on the rear panel of your computer. 2. Note: Consult your operating system help files for additional instructions and information. Plug the other end of the network cable into a power outlet. Make sure that matches both your monitor and your area. Using your network setup. Note: The type of the power cable into the cable modem or network...
... setting according to configure your computer - 17 Connect a monitor To connect a monitor, simply plug the monitor cable into the appropriate port located on the rear panel of your computer. 2. Note: Consult your operating system help files for additional instructions and information. Plug the other end of the network cable into a power outlet. Make sure that matches both your monitor and your area. Using your network setup. Note: The type of the power cable into the cable modem or network...
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... faster transfer speeds. The appropriate cable is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection supported depends on your computer's configuration). You may include one or more USB 3.0 ports. Video port Connect to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources. These resemble standard USB ports, except they include additional internal connections and are blue. Certain computers may use USB 3.0 compatible devices with the monitor. 22
... faster transfer speeds. The appropriate cable is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to a monitor with a VGA or DVI port (the type of connection supported depends on your computer's configuration). You may include one or more USB 3.0 ports. Video port Connect to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources. These resemble standard USB ports, except they include additional internal connections and are blue. Certain computers may use USB 3.0 compatible devices with the monitor. 22
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... select Change Display Settings. Click on Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Personalization. Check that the current resolution and refresh rate do not exceed the specifications of the monitor. Attach the video cable to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided. 3. Make sure that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Upgrading your computer: 1. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow...
... select Change Display Settings. Click on Start, Control Panel, Appearance and Personalization. Check that the current resolution and refresh rate do not exceed the specifications of the monitor. Attach the video cable to the monitor, then the computer. 6. Secure the cable connection with the screws provided. 3. Make sure that the computer is powered off and the monitor power switch is turned off. 2. Upgrading your computer: 1. Follow any setup instructions in the monitor's user's guide. 5. Follow...
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... an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/ video interface. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in microphone. 24 Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. Headphones and microphone These two ports allow you to connect with high-end audio and video equipment. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Use the HDMI port on your computer to connect audio devices. HDMI provides...
... an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/ video interface. plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in microphone. 24 Single cable implementation allows tidy setup and fast connection. Headphones and microphone These two ports allow you to connect with high-end audio and video equipment. Use the microphone port to the headphone port disables the built-in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Use the HDMI port on your computer to connect audio devices. HDMI provides...
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In many cases, you are using a file that was compressed using a codec that your computer, the player uses the Windows Media Audio codec to enter the region code. Playing DVD movies You can download and install the missing codec by default. Insert the DVD. Please also see Windows Help and Support for DVD movie region code information. 30 Important! Please refer to decompress the file so the music can...
In many cases, you are using a file that was compressed using a codec that your computer, the player uses the Windows Media Audio codec to enter the region code. Playing DVD movies You can download and install the missing codec by default. Insert the DVD. Please also see Windows Help and Support for DVD movie region code information. 30 Important! Please refer to decompress the file so the music can...
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... devices (such as WiFi or Bluetooth). Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is easy and allows you and other users of your telephone and watch cable TV at the same time you can use your home network to share access to files and devices connected to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. What are connected to the Internet. When you set up a LAN using wires. You can set up a wireless network is a wireless local...
... devices (such as WiFi or Bluetooth). Wireless networks A wireless LAN or WLAN is easy and allows you and other users of your telephone and watch cable TV at the same time you can use your home network to share access to files and devices connected to share files, peripheral devices and an Internet connection. What are connected to the Internet. When you set up a LAN using wires. You can set up a wireless network is a wireless local...
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... Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you need to their services. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Internet - 35 Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to the access point (see illustration below); this type of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you have chosen normally supplies...
... Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you need to their services. Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can share an internet connection with the subscription to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Internet - 35 Network cable (RJ45) A network cable (also called RJ45 cable) is used to connect peripheral devices to the access point (see illustration below); this type of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you have chosen normally supplies...
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Desktop computer 3. Access point/router 2. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is connected to the computer that you wish to connect to a free USB port on your computer. Network (RJ45) cables 6 4 1 3 72 36 Modem 5 4. Printer 5. Wireless adapter This is installed inside your computer in an available expansion slot. PDA/Smartphone 7. Diagram of wireless adapter available, the most common are: USB WiFi adapter: Connects to your network, there are different types of a working network 1. Portable computer 6.
Desktop computer 3. Access point/router 2. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is connected to the computer that you wish to connect to a free USB port on your computer. Network (RJ45) cables 6 4 1 3 72 36 Modem 5 4. Printer 5. Wireless adapter This is installed inside your computer in an available expansion slot. PDA/Smartphone 7. Diagram of wireless adapter available, the most common are: USB WiFi adapter: Connects to your network, there are different types of a working network 1. Portable computer 6.
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... has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may turn your Internet access installed and you are connected, click on the Internet Explorer shortcut located on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Internet Explorer provides an easy and secure web browsing experience. To surf the Internet, you need a program called an Internet browser. Internet - 37 Turning on/off , or control what is shared over the network with the network management options. Surf...
... has wireless access, but does not feature a Communication button, you may turn your Internet access installed and you are connected, click on the Internet Explorer shortcut located on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Internet Explorer provides an easy and secure web browsing experience. To surf the Internet, you need a program called an Internet browser. Internet - 37 Turning on/off , or control what is shared over the network with the network management options. Surf...
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... start-up when the Gateway logo appears. Your computer will open System Restore. This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. If you changed a system setting, and it did not work. 1. Click Next. 2. driver installations or specific software). In the confirmation screen, click on an earlier date, without affecting your personal documents or emails (it was created and click Next. 3. System Restore options Restore...
... start-up when the Gateway logo appears. Your computer will open System Restore. This is useful when a driver installation failed, or when you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. If you changed a system setting, and it did not work. 1. Click Next. 2. driver installations or specific software). In the confirmation screen, click on an earlier date, without affecting your personal documents or emails (it was created and click Next. 3. System Restore options Restore...
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... automatic updates through Live Update. New content is added to Windows Update regularly, so you can also start a manual update from Internet attacks and ensure that the latest security updates have been downloaded and installed on your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. You can always get the most recent updates and solutions to protect your computer up-to choose and download updates for your computer. Operating system, software and drivers Windows Update can...
... automatic updates through Live Update. New content is added to Windows Update regularly, so you can also start a manual update from Internet attacks and ensure that the latest security updates have been downloaded and installed on your computer's operating system, software, and hardware. You can always get the most recent updates and solutions to protect your computer up-to choose and download updates for your computer. Operating system, software and drivers Windows Update can...
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... control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. Make sure you are using a good (undamaged) disc. Check the following : Make sure the disk is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center...
... control/mute knob on your USB keyboard to toggle from mute to sound on. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are connected to the line-out jack of your computer, the internal or built-in speakers are automatically turned off. Make sure you are using a good (undamaged) disc. Check the following : Make sure the disk is clean and unscratched. • Check your dealer or technical support center...
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... the software or the device drivers. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 73. 3. Perform minor fixes. To recover software and drivers that were not pre-installed, see "Returning to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you can use the Gateway Recovery Management program. Reset your system: 1. This will restore...
... the software or the device drivers. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 73. 3. Perform minor fixes. To recover software and drivers that were not pre-installed, see "Returning to the same state as when you purchased it, while giving you can use the Gateway Recovery Management program. Reset your system: 1. This will restore...
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... did not come pre-installed on page 74. If nothing else has solved the problem and you are recovering from the factory. Types of recovery Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting step, you have created. • New software - You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup you may need to its factory condition" on your computer, follow that came pre-installed on Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management opens. -
... did not come pre-installed on page 74. If nothing else has solved the problem and you are recovering from the factory. Types of recovery Recovering pre-installed software and drivers As a troubleshooting step, you have created. • New software - You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup you may need to its factory condition" on your computer, follow that came pre-installed on Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management opens. -
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... you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all files on your recovery discs" on page 76. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. The recovery process begins...
... you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see "Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all files on your recovery discs" on page 76. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on Gateway Recovery Management. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. A dialog box displays information about the hard drive that the operating system will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. The recovery process begins...
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... key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: 1. Turn on your computer, then press Alt+F10 during startup To reinstall Windows and all files on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your hard drive. 3. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are recovered. Click on your hard drive. 2. This process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Turn...
... key until F12 Boot Menu is not already enabled, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: 1. Turn on your computer, then press Alt+F10 during startup To reinstall Windows and all files on your computer, insert the first system recovery disc into your optical disc drive, then restart your hard drive. 3. Your hard drive's original, factory-loaded contents are recovered. Click on your hard drive. 2. This process will erase all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Turn...
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system did not boot up 64 H HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Health precautions 10 Free space 55 Helpdesk 54 Management 57 I Interference 84 Firewall 42, 49 Internet Internet Service Provider (ISP 32 Connection 32, 33 L LAN (Local Area Network 34 Last Known Good Configuration 61 M Maintenance Memory card reader 20 HDD management 57 Modem 33 System tools 58 Multimedia files 26 Malware 42 N network 21 Norton Internet Security 40, 44 Network connections 34 O optical drive 18 optical drives inserting a disc 19 P ports 20 PowerDVD 28 Power cords 8 94
system did not boot up 64 H HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Health precautions 10 Free space 55 Helpdesk 54 Management 57 I Interference 84 Firewall 42, 49 Internet Internet Service Provider (ISP 32 Connection 32, 33 L LAN (Local Area Network 34 Last Known Good Configuration 61 M Maintenance Memory card reader 20 HDD management 57 Modem 33 System tools 58 Multimedia files 26 Malware 42 N network 21 Norton Internet Security 40, 44 Network connections 34 O optical drive 18 optical drives inserting a disc 19 P ports 20 PowerDVD 28 Power cords 8 94
