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... Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 80 Adding and modifying user accounts 81 Changing accessibility settings 82 Using the Ease of Access Center 82 Using voice recognition 83 Using the Windows Mobility Center 84 Setting up parental controls 86 Filtering Internet access 86 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 87 Restricting game access 87 Restricting specific programs 89 Creating activity reports 89 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 91 Setting up a maintenance schedule 92 Updating Windows 92 Using BigFix 92 Managing hard drive...
... Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings 80 Adding and modifying user accounts 81 Changing accessibility settings 82 Using the Ease of Access Center 82 Using voice recognition 83 Using the Windows Mobility Center 84 Setting up parental controls 86 Filtering Internet access 86 Scheduling notebook and Internet use 87 Restricting game access 87 Restricting specific programs 89 Creating activity reports 89 Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook 91 Setting up a maintenance schedule 92 Updating Windows 92 Using BigFix 92 Managing hard drive...
8512149 - Gateway Notebook User Guide for Windows Vista
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... ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to your computers, and cables connecting each computer or network device. IP Address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is located on a home network. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking An wired Ethernet network consists of creating a LAN. Subnet Mask-Subnet mask is a number that identifies what subnetwork the computer is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on setting up a wired Ethernet network is a computer network that has...
... ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to your computers, and cables connecting each computer or network device. IP Address-Internet Protocol (IP) address is located on a home network. Ethernet networking Wired Ethernet networking An wired Ethernet network consists of creating a LAN. Subnet Mask-Subnet mask is a number that identifies what subnetwork the computer is a number that uniquely identifies a computer on setting up a wired Ethernet network is a computer network that has...
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... page 54. • Connect your printer to your network. Follow the instructions included with your printer to the Internet: • Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet, then the Network and Sharing Center. If you are unable to connect to install the printer drivers on each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. If you share a drive, the entire contents of that drive will be available...
... page 54. • Connect your printer to your network. Follow the instructions included with your printer to the Internet: • Click Start, Control Panel, Network and Internet, then the Network and Sharing Center. If you are unable to connect to install the printer drivers on each computer must have the shared printer's drivers installed. If you share a drive, the entire contents of that drive will be available...
8512320 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R0
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... turned off - Status indicators inform you may need to press FN+F1 to toggle the status indicators on. Caps lock ■ LED on - A ■ LED off - Hard drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. 26 Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock DVD drive Indicator Num lock Icon Description Wireless network...
... turned off - Status indicators inform you may need to press FN+F1 to toggle the status indicators on. Caps lock ■ LED on - A ■ LED off - Hard drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. 26 Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock DVD drive Indicator Num lock Icon Description Wireless network...
8512320 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R0
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... notebook model number and serial number (located on the bottom of your notebook) in case of privacy. • Use a startup password to restrict access to you or behind you can attach a cable lock and leave your notebook in your notebook was turned off or put in hibernate mode. CHAPTER 6: Traveling with Your Notebook Security • Get a locking cable for service. Be ready to guess. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER...
... notebook model number and serial number (located on the bottom of your notebook) in case of privacy. • Use a startup password to restrict access to you or behind you can attach a cable lock and leave your notebook in your notebook was turned off or put in hibernate mode. CHAPTER 6: Traveling with Your Notebook Security • Get a locking cable for service. Be ready to guess. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER...
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... only option for system recovery may also involve re-installing some or all of software and driver recovery discs as soon as possible. CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook Recovering your system You can solve most conditions. Gateway provides everything was working correctly, the problem may be to reinstall Windows from the Windows DVD, then recover your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs" on page 91. 86 For instructions, see "Using Microsoft System Restore" on...
... only option for system recovery may also involve re-installing some or all of software and driver recovery discs as soon as possible. CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook Recovering your system You can solve most conditions. Gateway provides everything was working correctly, the problem may be to reinstall Windows from the Windows DVD, then recover your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs" on page 91. 86 For instructions, see "Using Microsoft System Restore" on...
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... need to the Internet • If you have a problem with your network jack, see "Back" on page 7. • Make sure that the hard drive is plugged into the optional modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your notebook. If you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that the modem cable is installed correctly. www.gateway...
... need to the Internet • If you have a problem with your network jack, see "Back" on page 7. • Make sure that the hard drive is plugged into the optional modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. If the error message still appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your notebook. If you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that the modem cable is installed correctly. www.gateway...
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... LOCK are free from the domain and your computer account disabled. Contact your company computer department or network administrator for instructions. To test the outlet, plug a working on battery power • Check the power management settings. www.gateway.com Caution If your notebook was a member of a domain before you join a workgroup, it on. • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password. Replace...
... LOCK are free from the domain and your computer account disabled. Contact your company computer department or network administrator for instructions. To test the outlet, plug a working on battery power • Check the power management settings. www.gateway.com Caution If your notebook was a member of a domain before you join a workgroup, it on. • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password. Replace...
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.../offline button that the power cable is plugged into an AC power source. To set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Printer Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Make sure that it in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. For instructions on recalibrating your battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on but will not turn on installing the printer driver...
.../offline button that the power cable is plugged into an AC power source. To set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Printer Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Make sure that it in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. For instructions on recalibrating your battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on but will not turn on installing the printer driver...
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...-installing software 89 H hard drive bay 11 indicator 26 installing 105 purchasing 63 replacing 105 troubleshooting 118 HDMI (TV) out jack 7 HDMI port 29, 57, 58 headphone jack 6 Help button 42 Hibernate mode 24, 70 hot-swapping 56, 57 Hybrid Sleep mode 29, 71 system key 29 turning on 74 I IEEE 802.11 using while traveling 77 indicators See status indicators inkjet printer 63 installing battery 67 devices 57 digital camera 57 digital video camera 57 Express Card 56 hard drive 105 memory...
...-installing software 89 H hard drive bay 11 indicator 26 installing 105 purchasing 63 replacing 105 troubleshooting 118 HDMI (TV) out jack 7 HDMI port 29, 57, 58 headphone jack 6 Help button 42 Hibernate mode 24, 70 hot-swapping 56, 57 Hybrid Sleep mode 29, 71 system key 29 turning on 74 I IEEE 802.11 using while traveling 77 indicators See status indicators inkjet printer 63 installing battery 67 devices 57 digital camera 57 digital video camera 57 Express Card 56 hard drive 105 memory...
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... of Authenticity 3 model number 3 serial number 3 laser printer 63 latch battery 11 LCD panel cleaning 84 switching display 29 troubleshooting 114 LCD/CRT system key 29 line protector 76 line tester 76 lock cable 78 Kensington cable 10 M maintenance cleaning 83, 85 Media Center 40 troubleshooting 121 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 11 installing 101 purchasing 63 removing 101 replacing 101 troubleshooting 124 memory card reader inserting card 55 locating 7 memory cards supported 54 removing card 55 troubleshooting 124 using 54 microphone built-in 13 jack 6 Microsoft Certificate...
... of Authenticity 3 model number 3 serial number 3 laser printer 63 latch battery 11 LCD panel cleaning 84 switching display 29 troubleshooting 114 LCD/CRT system key 29 line protector 76 line tester 76 lock cable 78 Kensington cable 10 M maintenance cleaning 83, 85 Media Center 40 troubleshooting 121 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 11 installing 101 purchasing 63 removing 101 replacing 101 troubleshooting 124 memory card reader inserting card 55 locating 7 memory cards supported 54 removing card 55 troubleshooting 124 using 54 microphone built-in 13 jack 6 Microsoft Certificate...
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... 71 Sleep mode 24, 29, 70 source problems 20 SpeedStep settings 71 status indicator 6 surge protector 20 troubleshooting 133 turning off notebook 24 turning on notebook 22 power adapters airplane 63 automobile 63 printer default 134 inkjet 63 installing 57 laser 63 troubleshooting 134 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 25 opening 38 recovery discs 88, 91 re-installing 86, 87 projector adding 58 color quality 61 port 10 screen resolution 61 troubleshooting 136 using 29...
... 71 Sleep mode 24, 29, 70 source problems 20 SpeedStep settings 71 status indicator 6 surge protector 20 troubleshooting 133 turning off notebook 24 turning on notebook 22 power adapters airplane 63 automobile 63 printer default 134 inkjet 63 installing 57 laser 63 troubleshooting 134 USB port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 25 opening 38 recovery discs 88, 91 re-installing 86, 87 projector adding 58 color quality 61 port 10 screen resolution 61 troubleshooting 136 using 29...
8512565 - Component Replacement Manual R1
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... more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your Reference Guide. 10 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in Step 8. 12 Insert the battery, then turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express and memory cards. 15 Turn on your notebook. Screw DVD drive -OR- ESD can...
... more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your Reference Guide. 10 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in Step 8. 12 Insert the battery, then turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express and memory cards. 15 Turn on your notebook. Screw DVD drive -OR- ESD can...
8512565 - Component Replacement Manual R1
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... -screen instructions. in Step 10. 18 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 19 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 20 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 21 Turn on your notebook, open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your notebook. 22 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from the old drive. All other countries. Replacing the hard drive 10 Remove the two screws connecting the hard drive...
... -screen instructions. in Step 10. 18 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 19 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 20 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 21 Turn on your notebook, open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your notebook. 22 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from the old drive. All other countries. Replacing the hard drive 10 Remove the two screws connecting the hard drive...
8512599 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R1
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... have an online/offline button that you may need to work offline: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make sure that the printer is not set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. The printer is on but will not turn on installing the printer driver. Make sure that came with your notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Printer Help For more...
... have an online/offline button that you may need to work offline: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make sure that the printer is not set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. The printer is on but will not turn on installing the printer driver. Make sure that came with your notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Printer Help For more...
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...-installing software 91 H hard drive bay 11 indicator 25 installing 107 purchasing 64 replacing 107 troubleshooting 120 HDMI (TV) out jack 7 HDMI port 28, 58, 59 headphone jack 6 Help button 42 Hibernate mode 23, 71 hot-swapping 57, 58 Hybrid Sleep mode 28, 71 system key 28 turning on 74 I IEEE 802.11 using while traveling 79 indicators See status indicators inkjet printer 64 installing battery 67 devices 58 digital camera 58 digital video camera 58 Express Card 57 hard drive 107 memory...
...-installing software 91 H hard drive bay 11 indicator 25 installing 107 purchasing 64 replacing 107 troubleshooting 120 HDMI (TV) out jack 7 HDMI port 28, 58, 59 headphone jack 6 Help button 42 Hibernate mode 23, 71 hot-swapping 57, 58 Hybrid Sleep mode 28, 71 system key 28 turning on 74 I IEEE 802.11 using while traveling 79 indicators See status indicators inkjet printer 64 installing battery 67 devices 58 digital camera 58 digital video camera 58 Express Card 57 hard drive 107 memory...
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... of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 laser printer 64 latch battery 11 LCD panel cleaning 85 switching display 28 troubleshooting 116 LCD/CRT system key 28 line protector 78 line tester 78 lock cable 80 Kensington cable 10 M maintenance cleaning 84, 87 Media Center 40 troubleshooting 123 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 11 installing 103 purchasing 64 removing 103 replacing 103 troubleshooting 126 memory card reader inserting card 56 locating 7 memory cards supported 55 removing card 56 troubleshooting 127 using 55 microphone built-in 14 jack 6 Microsoft Certificate...
... of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 laser printer 64 latch battery 11 LCD panel cleaning 85 switching display 28 troubleshooting 116 LCD/CRT system key 28 line protector 78 line tester 78 lock cable 80 Kensington cable 10 M maintenance cleaning 84, 87 Media Center 40 troubleshooting 123 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 11 installing 103 purchasing 64 removing 103 replacing 103 troubleshooting 126 memory card reader inserting card 56 locating 7 memory cards supported 55 removing card 56 troubleshooting 127 using 55 microphone built-in 14 jack 6 Microsoft Certificate...
8512919 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R2
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... Digital cards require the use of the cable into this jack. 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 Description Plug an Ethernet network cable into the memory card reader. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into this optional jack. Plug the other end of an adapter that is available with the media. For more information, see "Connecting...
... Digital cards require the use of the cable into this jack. 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 Description Plug an Ethernet network cable into the memory card reader. Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into this optional jack. Plug the other end of an adapter that is available with the media. For more information, see "Connecting...
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...; Make sure that the hard drive is plugged into the optional modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. For more information about removing your hard drive, see "Modem (dial-up)" on page 10. -OR- Help For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 7. • Make sure that you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that the modem cable is installed correctly. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections...
...; Make sure that the hard drive is plugged into the optional modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. For more information about removing your hard drive, see "Modem (dial-up)" on page 10. -OR- Help For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 7. • Make sure that you are using a cable or DSL modem, make sure that the modem cable is installed correctly. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections...
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... need to work offline: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Type the keyword printer troubleshooting in the printer setup. Make sure that the printer is online. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Printers. 136 The printer will not print • Check the cable between the printer and your printer for instructions on • Make sure that the printer is not set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel...
... need to work offline: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Type the keyword printer troubleshooting in the printer setup. Make sure that the printer is online. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click Printers. 136 The printer will not print • Check the cable between the printer and your printer for instructions on • Make sure that the printer is not set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel...