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...aerosol cleaners. Also, make sure that could be blocked by plugging in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push objects of the power strip's input rating. • This product's AC adapter is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. The plug only fits in a...details. Keep this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the total ampere rating of power indicated on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Do not use this product from the type of the equipment plugged ...
...aerosol cleaners. Also, make sure that could be blocked by plugging in installation unless proper ventilation is provided. • Never push objects of the power strip's input rating. • This product's AC adapter is properly grounded before inserting the AC adapter plug. The plug only fits in a...details. Keep this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the total ampere rating of power indicated on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. Do not use this product from the type of the equipment plugged ...
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...from the equipment when not in performance, indicating a need to qualified service personnel. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that is damaged, cut or frayed ...electrical devices that may result in electric shock and/or injury. Using a power outlet that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is not properly grounded may result in damage and will often...
...from the equipment when not in performance, indicating a need to qualified service personnel. Replace only with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that is damaged, cut or frayed ...electrical devices that may result in electric shock and/or injury. Using a power outlet that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is not properly grounded may result in damage and will often...
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Contents Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer . . . . 1 About this guide 2 Product Registration 2 Front 3 Back 5 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 9 Preparing power connections 10 Protecting from power source problems 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 10 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web 11 Connecting to a Web site ...
Contents Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Computer . . . . 1 About this guide 2 Product Registration 2 Front 3 Back 5 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 9 Preparing power connections 10 Protecting from power source problems 10 Connecting to a broadband modem or network . . 10 Connecting a dial-up modem 11 Using the World Wide Web 11 Connecting to a Web site ...
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Contents Internet and networking 32 Internet 32 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Networking 37 Power 38 Display 38 Printing 39 Optical discs 40 Memory card reader 41 Mouse 41 Keyboard 42 Files 43 Memory 46 Audio 46 Passwords 47 Expansion ...
Contents Internet and networking 32 Internet 32 Modem (cable or DSL 34 Modem (dial-up 34 Networking 37 Power 38 Display 38 Printing 39 Optical discs 40 Memory card reader 41 Mouse 41 Keyboard 42 Files 43 Memory 46 Audio 46 Passwords 47 Expansion ...
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...keyboard, or mouse) into the media card reader. For more information, see "Using the media card reader" on page 22. www.gateway.com Front Component Media navigation interface (optional) Optical disc drive Multimedia panel (optional) Removable hard drive carriers (optional) Media card reader ...(optional) USB ports Optical drive eject buttons Power button/power indicator Description Press these buttons to open the optical drive disc tray. Use this button to this jack. ■ V (...
...keyboard, or mouse) into the media card reader. For more information, see "Using the media card reader" on page 22. www.gateway.com Front Component Media navigation interface (optional) Optical disc drive Multimedia panel (optional) Removable hard drive carriers (optional) Media card reader ...(optional) USB ports Optical drive eject buttons Power button/power indicator Description Press these buttons to open the optical drive disc tray. Use this button to this jack. ■ V (...
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This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is installed. Back www.gateway.com Important Your computer's hardware options and port locations may vary from an amplifier or entertainment system into this port. This jack is disabled when ... right and left /right jack (black) S/PDIF output jack S/PDIF (optional) Microphone jack (pink) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green) -ORFront speakers jack Description Plug the power cord into this jack for digital sound. Plug an optical cable from this port. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into these ports. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus...
This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is installed. Back www.gateway.com Important Your computer's hardware options and port locations may vary from an amplifier or entertainment system into this port. This jack is disabled when ... right and left /right jack (black) S/PDIF output jack S/PDIF (optional) Microphone jack (pink) Headphone/analo g speakers jack (green) -ORFront speakers jack Description Plug the power cord into this jack for digital sound. Plug an optical cable from this port. Plug a PS/2 keyboard into these ports. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus...
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...modem connection. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Connecting to your computer during a power failure. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to a broadband modem or network Important Your computer has a built-in Ethernet (network) jack. You can ...for an extended period of electricity coming into your computer can enter your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has...
...modem connection. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by using a surge protector. Connecting to your computer during a power failure. An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to a broadband modem or network Important Your computer has a built-in Ethernet (network) jack. You can ...for an extended period of electricity coming into your computer can enter your computer through both the surge protector and the modem. During a power surge, the voltage level of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has...
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... each computer is identified by a label or a switch. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end into the network jack on the DSL or cable modem. 19 Plug the... other end into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on your computers. 3 Plug one end of the cable into the Ethernet jack on the computer. www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you want to connect to the network.
... each computer is identified by a label or a switch. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end into the network jack on the DSL or cable modem. 19 Plug the... other end into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on your computers. 3 Plug one end of the cable into the Ethernet jack on the computer. www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you want to connect to the network.
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... or access point documentation • Temporarily turn off any actions suggested. • If you are using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them back on the left of your router or access point. • Use a printer that your router or access point is set up, log onto...
... or access point documentation • Temporarily turn off any actions suggested. • If you are using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them back on the left of your router or access point. • Use a printer that your router or access point is set up, log onto...
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When spilled onto computer components, almost any objects on top of time, unplug AC power. 27 The case, although strong, is safest at temperatures that are not covered under a standard warranty. • Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. As a general ... for you put any liquid can result in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the computer. • Do not block the ventilation fan slots. www.gateway.com • Be careful not to extreme temperature changes. Magnetic fields can lead to permanent damage to the computer. • When storing your warranty. Damage...
When spilled onto computer components, almost any objects on top of time, unplug AC power. 27 The case, although strong, is safest at temperatures that are not covered under a standard warranty. • Avoid dusty or dirty work environments. As a general ... for you put any liquid can result in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the computer. • Do not block the ventilation fan slots. www.gateway.com • Be careful not to extreme temperature changes. Magnetic fields can lead to permanent damage to the computer. • When storing your warranty. Damage...
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... with your computer, try these safety guidelines: Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was ... troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first: Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged...
... with your computer, try these safety guidelines: Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was ... troubleshooting your computer, follow these things first: Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged...
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... "The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you followed each instruction. • If an error occurs in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. www.gateway.com • Check all cable connections, including power. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message.
... "The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you followed each instruction. • If an error occurs in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. www.gateway.com • Check all cable connections, including power. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message.
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... IP addresses. Help For more information, see your router's documentation. • If you are using a router, restart it by unplugging it from power for five seconds. • Make sure that all computers on your network have the same workgroup name and Subnet Mask. • If you assigned...computers on your network, and the second N should be different for your network is a number you expect • If your network components. www.gateway.com Networking You cannot see the other computers are turned on. • If you are using a router, make sure that all computers have lights...
... IP addresses. Help For more information, see your router's documentation. • If you are using a router, restart it by unplugging it from power for five seconds. • Make sure that all computers on your network have the same workgroup name and Subnet Mask. • If you assigned...computers on your network, and the second N should be different for your network is a number you expect • If your network components. www.gateway.com Networking You cannot see the other computers are turned on. • If you are using a router, make sure that all computers have lights...
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...turned on. If the display does not work, either the computer's video card (if installed) is faulty or the on-board video is on, its power LED should be on. • Adjust the monitor's brightness and contrast controls. If the monitor is faulty. 38 For more information, see the monitor's...8226; Check the video cable for bent or damaged pins. • Connect a display that you know works (such as a lamp. • Make sure that the power cord is free from another computer) to your computer. If the display still works, the original monitor is not correct • Change the screen resolution...
...turned on. If the display does not work, either the computer's video card (if installed) is faulty or the on-board video is on, its power LED should be on. • Adjust the monitor's brightness and contrast controls. If the monitor is faulty. 38 For more information, see the monitor's...8226; Check the video cable for bent or damaged pins. • Connect a display that you know works (such as a lamp. • Make sure that the power cord is free from another computer) to your computer. If the display still works, the original monitor is not correct • Change the screen resolution...
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The printer is on but will not turn on the display is plugged into an AC power source. www.gateway.com The color is not the default printer, make sure that you want to print to be the default printer, then click Set as Default ...Printer. 39 The text on • Make sure that the power cable is dim or difficult to read • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls...
The printer is on but will not turn on the display is plugged into an AC power source. www.gateway.com The color is not the default printer, make sure that you want to print to be the default printer, then click Set as Default ...Printer. 39 The text on • Make sure that the power cable is dim or difficult to read • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls...
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... STRÅLEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is protected by U.S. This has no effect on local power, is connected to the same line as other intellectual property rights. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. VARNING: LASERSTR...OPEN. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS. patents and other equipment, may give rise to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT.... 8 This equipment may not provide for emergency use. www.gateway.com 7 Use of this copyright protection 67
... STRÅLEN LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is protected by U.S. This has no effect on local power, is connected to the same line as other intellectual property rights. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM. VARNING: LASERSTR...OPEN. EVITE EXPONERSE A LOS RAYOS. patents and other equipment, may give rise to the same line. 9 Under power failure conditions this appliance may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE LASER KLASSE 1 VORSICHT.... 8 This equipment may not provide for emergency use. www.gateway.com 7 Use of this copyright protection 67
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...2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this product to radio communications. www.gateway.com The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is subject to the following two conditions: 1. Canada -...including interference that the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. 2 High power radar are allocated as follows: 1 This device is subject to licensing. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is far below the FCC...
...2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this product to radio communications. www.gateway.com The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Card and Bluetooth card is subject to the following two conditions: 1. Canada -...including interference that the potential for harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. 2 High power radar are allocated as follows: 1 This device is subject to licensing. Low-power license-exempt radio communication devices (RSS-210) a Common information Operation is far below the FCC...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
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...& Troubleshooting Guide Never spill liquids of heat. • Is away from magnetic fields or any device attached to it, switch it off immediately, unplug the power cord and make sure it is completely dry before switching it . • Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, use a damp cloth instead. •...stand or table. Cables Make sure that: • Cables are not strained and that there is no cards are connected to a grounded power outlet. • The power outlet is easily accessible and as close to the computer as possible (do not use when no risk of people walking or tripping over...
...& Troubleshooting Guide Never spill liquids of heat. • Is away from magnetic fields or any device attached to it, switch it off immediately, unplug the power cord and make sure it is completely dry before switching it . • Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, use a damp cloth instead. •...stand or table. Cables Make sure that: • Cables are not strained and that there is no cards are connected to a grounded power outlet. • The power outlet is easily accessible and as close to the computer as possible (do not use when no risk of people walking or tripping over...
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... all servicing to dangerous voltage or other risks. Unplug your computer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed, • liquid was spilled into ventilation or case slots as opening or removing covers may expose you...
... all servicing to dangerous voltage or other risks. Unplug your computer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed, • liquid was spilled into ventilation or case slots as opening or removing covers may expose you...
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.... 1. Program/Channel up , down 10. check the batteries are orientated correctly. Open Record TV 5. Open Guide 6. Drag the slider up /down to adjust the volume. Power ON/OFF or Quick Resume 2. Open Live TV 7. Volume controls (Volume up or down and Mute) 9. Adjusting the Volume To adjust the volume, simply click...
.... 1. Program/Channel up , down 10. check the batteries are orientated correctly. Open Record TV 5. Open Guide 6. Drag the slider up /down to adjust the volume. Power ON/OFF or Quick Resume 2. Open Live TV 7. Volume controls (Volume up or down and Mute) 9. Adjusting the Volume To adjust the volume, simply click...