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... Media Center 42 Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook 43 Introduction to Networking 44 Networking terms you should know 44 Ethernet networking 44 Wired Ethernet networking 44 Wireless Ethernet networking 47 Establishing your Ethernet network connection 49 Testing your network 52 Adding a printer to your network 52 Sharing resources 52 Using the network...
... Media Center 42 Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook 43 Introduction to Networking 44 Networking terms you should know 44 Ethernet networking 44 Wired Ethernet networking 44 Wireless Ethernet networking 47 Establishing your Ethernet network connection 49 Testing your network 52 Adding a printer to your network 52 Sharing resources 52 Using the network...
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...create a wired Ethernet network, you or your electrician must install special Ethernet cables in your home or office. Wired and wireless Ethernet are typically built using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. The primary purpose of two or more computers connected together through an ...Ethernet cable. A wireless personal area network (WPAN) is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on . This connection type is to each computer or network ...
...create a wired Ethernet network, you or your electrician must install special Ethernet cables in your home or office. Wired and wireless Ethernet are typically built using Standard or Fast Ethernet components. The primary purpose of two or more computers connected together through an ...Ethernet cable. A wireless personal area network (WPAN) is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on . This connection type is to each computer or network ...
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...; One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all of components rated at different speeds will result in access point. www.gateway.com Example router-based Ethernet network The following is the central control point for additional network hardware • DHCP server/dynamic IP address assignment to... access to your computers or Ethernet-ready devices. Cable/DSL modem Router Equipment you need for the network. Tip To add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to the Internet.
...; One router • One broadband Internet connection (optional) • Ethernet cables connecting all of components rated at different speeds will result in access point. www.gateway.com Example router-based Ethernet network The following is the central control point for additional network hardware • DHCP server/dynamic IP address assignment to... access to your computers or Ethernet-ready devices. Cable/DSL modem Router Equipment you need for the network. Tip To add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to the Internet.
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...3 Plug one end of the router, indicating a good connection. 4 Repeat Step 3 for each computer you want to connect to the network. Wireless Ethernet standards Current wireless Ethernet standards include the following: • 802.11a - 54Mbps • 802.11b - 11Mbps • 802.11g - 54Mbps • 802....11n - 540Mbps 47 www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer on the network. 5 For an...
...3 Plug one end of the router, indicating a good connection. 4 Repeat Step 3 for each computer you want to connect to the network. Wireless Ethernet standards Current wireless Ethernet standards include the following: • 802.11a - 54Mbps • 802.11b - 11Mbps • 802.11g - 54Mbps • 802....11n - 540Mbps 47 www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer on the network. 5 For an...
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... Take the following into consideration when you need : • Your Gateway computer with the competing IEEE 802.11a format. Cable or DSL modem 48 Access point Equipment you purchase wireless equipment: Access point Wireless cards supported 802.11a 802.11a only 802.11b 802.11b only 802...is listed. The Device Manager window opens. 4 Click the plus (+) in your network. • Wireless security features like a printer or scanner. For a wireless Ethernet network you need for wireless communications. 802.11n is compatible with the older IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b formats but ...
... Take the following into consideration when you need : • Your Gateway computer with the competing IEEE 802.11a format. Cable or DSL modem 48 Access point Equipment you purchase wireless equipment: Access point Wireless cards supported 802.11a 802.11a only 802.11b 802.11b only 802...is listed. The Device Manager window opens. 4 Click the plus (+) in your network. • Wireless security features like a printer or scanner. For a wireless Ethernet network you need for wireless communications. 802.11n is compatible with the older IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b formats but ...
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... then click Change Settings in the Computer name box. Each computer name must contain some letters. 49 Names must be activated. www.gateway.com Setting up a network. Broadband Internet settings differ from ISP to other users on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have... connection works Important If you have them already installed. To test the connection, log onto the Internet using for setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your ISP for any required drivers. If the connection is working , contact your broadband connection is...
... then click Change Settings in the Computer name box. Each computer name must contain some letters. 49 Names must be activated. www.gateway.com Setting up a network. Broadband Internet settings differ from ISP to other users on installing the cards and any specific instructions they have... connection works Important If you have them already installed. To test the connection, log onto the Internet using for setting up wireless Ethernet network hardware Making sure your ISP for any required drivers. If the connection is working , contact your broadband connection is...
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... use on your network. Use a workgroup name of several available protocols must be set up TCP/IP on them, you are prompted to a wireless Ethernet network Important Each computer on a computer with no blank spaces. This is widely accepted and compatible for local area networks (LANs), as well... different than any computer name on your network. 7 Click OK. The workgroup name must be the same for your computers and set to wireless Ethernet network. Configuring your router After you have named your workgroup in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Connect to an...
... use on your network. Use a workgroup name of several available protocols must be set up TCP/IP on them, you are prompted to a wireless Ethernet network Important Each computer on a computer with no blank spaces. This is widely accepted and compatible for local area networks (LANs), as well... different than any computer name on your network. 7 Click OK. The workgroup name must be the same for your computers and set to wireless Ethernet network. Configuring your router After you have named your workgroup in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Connect to an...
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The Network and Sharing Center window opens. 3 Click Connect to your wireless Ethernet network: 1 Click (Start), then click Network. The Network window opens. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center. www.gateway.com To connect to a network on the left of the window. The Connect to a network dialog box opens. 51
The Network and Sharing Center window opens. 3 Click Connect to your wireless Ethernet network: 1 Click (Start), then click Network. The Network window opens. 2 Click Network and Sharing Center. www.gateway.com To connect to a network on the left of the window. The Connect to a network dialog box opens. 51
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... point documentation. • Temporarily turn off all physical cable connections. • Make sure that your router or access point is set on wireless security, refer to a networked computer, then share the printer. Take any firewall software on your desktop computer. • Turn off any actions...lights on page 52. • Connect your printer to install the printer drivers on the network, then click Properties. For information about wireless network security methods, click Start, then click Help and Support. Select Diagnose and Repair on the left of your computers, you can...
... point documentation. • Temporarily turn off all physical cable connections. • Make sure that your router or access point is set on wireless security, refer to a networked computer, then share the printer. Take any firewall software on your desktop computer. • Turn off any actions...lights on page 52. • Connect your printer to install the printer drivers on the network, then click Properties. For information about wireless network security methods, click Start, then click Help and Support. Select Diagnose and Repair on the left of your computers, you can...
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... your Bluetooth radio and the Bluetooth printer. 2 Click (Start), Control Panel, then click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Add a printer. 4 Click Add a network, wireless, or Bluetooth printer, click Next, then follow the on -screen instructions. 55 The Computer window opens. 2 Browse to the network drive that shipped with other...you are using a desktop computer or if your printer or from . If you are sending the file from the manufacturer's Web site. www.gateway.com Copying files across the network To copy files across the network: 1 Open the file you want to copy the file to, then ...
... your Bluetooth radio and the Bluetooth printer. 2 Click (Start), Control Panel, then click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Add a printer. 4 Click Add a network, wireless, or Bluetooth printer, click Next, then follow the on -screen instructions. 55 The Computer window opens. 2 Browse to the network drive that shipped with other...you are using a desktop computer or if your printer or from . If you are sending the file from the manufacturer's Web site. www.gateway.com Copying files across the network To copy files across the network: 1 Open the file you want to copy the file to, then ...
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... and video settings for the LCD panel or a connected monitor. Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Connect to a network dialog box and select a wireless network to connect to its normal settings. 79 For more information, see "...orientation. ■ Click (Change display settings) to synchronize your notebook's files with their counterparts on or click Turn wireless off to turn the wireless radio off to return your notebook to or disconnect from. For more information about synchronizing your notebook Reference Guide. ■...
... and video settings for the LCD panel or a connected monitor. Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Connect to a network dialog box and select a wireless network to connect to its normal settings. 79 For more information, see "...orientation. ■ Click (Change display settings) to synchronize your notebook's files with their counterparts on or click Turn wireless off to turn the wireless radio off to return your notebook to or disconnect from. For more information about synchronizing your notebook Reference Guide. ■...
8513064 - Gateway Notebook Setup Poster
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MAN TRITON/TEMP/AVALON PSTR R2 04/08 8513064 Introducing: your new Gateway notebook Audio jacks Battery indicator Power indicator HDMI port (optional) Wireless network switch Memory card reader USB ports Ethernet jack Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block Express Card reader Kensington™ lock slot Modem jack (optional) Monitor port Power connector DVD drive USB port
MAN TRITON/TEMP/AVALON PSTR R2 04/08 8513064 Introducing: your new Gateway notebook Audio jacks Battery indicator Power indicator HDMI port (optional) Wireless network switch Memory card reader USB ports Ethernet jack Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block Express Card reader Kensington™ lock slot Modem jack (optional) Monitor port Power connector DVD drive USB port
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... ) if using your notebook. in the United States and other brands and product names are not in use . • Turn off wireless devices when they are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Power button Getting help , and immediate information on your hard drive....the AC adapter plugged in the Windows VistaTM Security Center (click (Start), Control Panel, then click Security). For general information about using your Gateway notebook, see . • Remove Express Cards when not using them. • Modify the power management settings to the Internet or a ...
... ) if using your notebook. in the United States and other brands and product names are not in use . • Turn off wireless devices when they are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Power button Getting help , and immediate information on your hard drive....the AC adapter plugged in the Windows VistaTM Security Center (click (Start), Control Panel, then click Security). For general information about using your Gateway notebook, see . • Remove Express Cards when not using them. • Modify the power management settings to the Internet or a ...
8513206 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide with eRecovery R0
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... Using the optional multimedia panel 40 Using the optional webcam 41 Adjusting the brightness 44 Adjusting the volume 45 Turning your wireless radio on or off 47 IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio 47 Bluetooth radio 49 Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories . . . . 51 Using the DVD drive 52 Identifying drive types 52...
... Using the optional multimedia panel 40 Using the optional webcam 41 Adjusting the brightness 44 Adjusting the volume 45 Turning your wireless radio on or off 47 IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio 47 Bluetooth radio 49 Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories . . . . 51 Using the DVD drive 52 Identifying drive types 52...
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www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 68 Extending battery life 69 Maximizing battery performance 69 Conserving battery power 69 Using alternate power sources 70 Changing power modes ... 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook 78 Traveling by air 78 Dial-up modem 78 Radio frequency wireless connections 79 Files 79 Security 80 Power 81 Additional tips 81 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 83 Caring for your notebook 84 Cleaning your notebook 84...
www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 68 Extending battery life 69 Maximizing battery performance 69 Conserving battery power 69 Using alternate power sources 70 Changing power modes ... 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook 78 Traveling by air 78 Dial-up modem 78 Radio frequency wireless connections 79 Files 79 Security 80 Power 81 Additional tips 81 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 83 Caring for your notebook 84 Cleaning your notebook 84...
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... 118 Media Center 119 Memory 122 Memory card reader 123 Modem (cable or DSL 123 Modem (dial-up 123 Mouse 126 Networks (wired 127 Networks (wireless 129 Passwords 131 Power 131 Printer 132 Sound 133 Status indicators 133 Touchpad 134 Video 134 Telephone support 134 Before calling...
... 118 Media Center 119 Memory 122 Memory card reader 123 Modem (cable or DSL 123 Modem (dial-up 123 Mouse 126 Networks (wired 127 Networks (wireless 129 Passwords 131 Power 131 Printer 132 Sound 133 Status indicators 133 Touchpad 134 Video 134 Telephone support 134 Before calling...
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... this jack. Plug the other end of an adapter that is available with the media. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch Express Card slot Component Ethernet jack Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Icon HDMI...
... this jack. Plug the other end of an adapter that is available with the media. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch Express Card slot Component Ethernet jack Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Icon HDMI...
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... Express Card" on your notebook so air vents are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on page 57. Warning: Do not work with equipment on or off while traveling in unexpected ...use the notebook on page 47. Insert one Type 54 Express Card into these slots are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. 8 For more information, see "Turning your wireless radio on or off" on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth ...
... Express Card" on your notebook so air vents are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on page 57. Warning: Do not work with equipment on or off while traveling in unexpected ...use the notebook on page 47. Insert one Type 54 Express Card into these slots are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. 8 For more information, see "Turning your wireless radio on or off" on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth ...
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... EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on or off 15
... EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on or off 15
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www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are ... not being accessed. ■ LED off - Hard drive is turned off - A ■ LED off - Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock DVD drive Indicator Wireless network Caps lock Num lock DVD drive Hard drive Num lock Icon Description ■ LED on . Optional... wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is being accessed. 25 Optional wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is not in use . ■ LED blinking - Drive is turned on...
www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are ... not being accessed. ■ LED off - Hard drive is turned off - A ■ LED off - Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock DVD drive Indicator Wireless network Caps lock Num lock DVD drive Hard drive Num lock Icon Description ■ LED on . Optional... wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is being accessed. 25 Optional wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is not in use . ■ LED blinking - Drive is turned on...