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... other options. FOR EXTRA HELP... CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. Display Bright, brilliant color NXT SoundVu acoustic panel Delivers crisp, clear sound Data ports Memory card reader, FireWire™ and USB ports, headphone and microphone jacks Wireless keyboard Web cam connector SETUP GUIDE Slot-load ...DVD-RW drive Listen to change without notice. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. To access these guides, click (Start), All Programs,...
... other options. FOR EXTRA HELP... CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. Display Bright, brilliant color NXT SoundVu acoustic panel Delivers crisp, clear sound Data ports Memory card reader, FireWire™ and USB ports, headphone and microphone jacks Wireless keyboard Web cam connector SETUP GUIDE Slot-load ...DVD-RW drive Listen to change without notice. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. To access these guides, click (Start), All Programs,...
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Guide 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 5 Checking out your computer 6 Front 6 Back 7 Sides 8 Power ... 14 Protecting from power source problems 14 Connecting power 15 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 16 Setting up the keyboard and mouse 17 Installing keyboard batteries 17 Installing mouse batteries 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off and restarting your computer ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Guide 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Chapter 2: Setting Up and Getting Started . . . 5 Checking out your computer 6 Front 6 Back 7 Sides 8 Power ... 14 Protecting from power source problems 14 Connecting power 15 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 16 Setting up the keyboard and mouse 17 Installing keyboard batteries 17 Installing mouse batteries 18 Starting your computer 19 Waking up your computer 20 Turning off and restarting your computer ...
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... Computer . . . . . 59 Setting up a maintenance schedule 60 Caring for your computer 61 Changing batteries 61 Cleaning your computer 62 Cleaning the exterior 62 Cleaning the keyboard 63 Cleaning the mouse 63 Cleaning optical discs 63 Updating Windows 64 Using BigFix 64 Managing hard drive space 65 ii
... Computer . . . . . 59 Setting up a maintenance schedule 60 Caring for your computer 61 Changing batteries 61 Cleaning your computer 62 Cleaning the exterior 62 Cleaning the keyboard 63 Cleaning the mouse 63 Cleaning optical discs 63 Updating Windows 64 Using BigFix 64 Managing hard drive space 65 ii
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www.gateway.com Checking hard drive space 65 Deleting unnecessary files 66 Checking the hard drive for errors 67 Defragmenting the hard drive 68 Backing up files ... steps 76 Troubleshooting 77 Audio 77 CD drive 77 Display 77 DVD-RW drive 78 Ethernet 79 File management 80 Hard drive 81 Internet 82 Keyboard 83 Media Center 83 Memory 84 Memory card reader 85 Modem (cable or DSL 85 Modem (dial-up 85 Mouse 89 Networks 89 Passwords 89...
www.gateway.com Checking hard drive space 65 Deleting unnecessary files 66 Checking the hard drive for errors 67 Defragmenting the hard drive 68 Backing up files ... steps 76 Troubleshooting 77 Audio 77 CD drive 77 Display 77 DVD-RW drive 78 Ethernet 79 File management 80 Hard drive 81 Internet 82 Keyboard 83 Media Center 83 Memory 84 Memory card reader 85 Modem (cable or DSL 85 Modem (dial-up 85 Mouse 89 Networks 89 Passwords 89...
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CHAPTER2 Setting Up and Getting Started • Checking out your computer • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Setting up the keyboard and mouse • Starting your computer • Turning off and restarting your computer • Using the keyboard and mouse • Using the remote control • Using the DVD-RW drive • Using the memory card reader • Connecting peripheral devices • Adjusting the volume 5
CHAPTER2 Setting Up and Getting Started • Checking out your computer • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Setting up the keyboard and mouse • Starting your computer • Turning off and restarting your computer • Using the keyboard and mouse • Using the remote control • Using the DVD-RW drive • Using the memory card reader • Connecting peripheral devices • Adjusting the volume 5
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Do not block. IR activity/RF sync Indicates when the computer is syncing with the wireless (RF) keyboard and mouse. DVD-RW drive For more detail, see "Sides" on Standby (flashing). CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Checking out your computer Front ... 8. Display This 19-inch TFT display has 1400 × 900 resolution, displays 16.2 million colors, and has an 850:1 contrast ratio. Power indicator The Gateway logo indicates when power is on (glowing) and when power is advanced, patented technology developed by Authentic using NXT technology. Because the panel itself vibrates...
Do not block. IR activity/RF sync Indicates when the computer is syncing with the wireless (RF) keyboard and mouse. DVD-RW drive For more detail, see "Sides" on Standby (flashing). CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Checking out your computer Front ... 8. Display This 19-inch TFT display has 1400 × 900 resolution, displays 16.2 million colors, and has an 850:1 contrast ratio. Power indicator The Gateway logo indicates when power is on (glowing) and when power is advanced, patented technology developed by Authentic using NXT technology. Because the panel itself vibrates...
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... scanner, or other device" on page 32. Plug IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire™) devices (such as a USB printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 41. Slide-out support stand Supports your computer to... on page 12. DVD-RW drive Use this button to operate in an upright position and helps maintain the viewing angle. www.gateway.com Component Description Power/data cable Connects your computer in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. 9 Power button Press this DVD-RW...
... scanner, or other device" on page 32. Plug IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire™) devices (such as a USB printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this jack. For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 41. Slide-out support stand Supports your computer to... on page 12. DVD-RW drive Use this button to operate in an upright position and helps maintain the viewing angle. www.gateway.com Component Description Power/data cable Connects your computer in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. 9 Power button Press this DVD-RW...
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...desk and chair, make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat surface for your computer desk. • Adjust...consider using an adjustable chair to control your arm's height above the keyboard. • Use an adjustable chair that the desk is at your computer • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair Follow these guidelines for good...
...desk and chair, make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat surface for your computer desk. • Adjust...consider using an adjustable chair to control your arm's height above the keyboard. • Use an adjustable chair that the desk is at your computer • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair Follow these guidelines for good...
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...gateway.com Setting up the keyboard and mouse Installing keyboard batteries Before using your computer at the factory. However, if the keyboard does not work after installing new batteries, re-sync the keyboard with the computer by the manufacturer. Warning Danger of used batteries following the instructions in "Syncing the keyboard...inside the battery compartment, then close the battery cover. 3 Your wireless keyboard is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of explosion if battery is synced with your wireless keyboard, you must install the two batteries that came with the same or equivalent...
...gateway.com Setting up the keyboard and mouse Installing keyboard batteries Before using your computer at the factory. However, if the keyboard does not work after installing new batteries, re-sync the keyboard with the computer by the manufacturer. Warning Danger of used batteries following the instructions in "Syncing the keyboard...inside the battery compartment, then close the battery cover. 3 Your wireless keyboard is incorrectly replaced. Dispose of explosion if battery is synced with your wireless keyboard, you must install the two batteries that came with the same or equivalent...
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Warning Danger of used batteries following the instructions in "Syncing the keyboard and mouse" on page 22. 18 Replace only with your computer at the factory. However, if the mouse does not work after installing new batteries, ...
Warning Danger of used batteries following the instructions in "Syncing the keyboard and mouse" on page 22. 18 Replace only with your computer at the factory. However, if the mouse does not work after installing new batteries, ...
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... search for its setup instructions. 19 For more information on using your computer's menus, see "Syncing the keyboard and mouse" on any USB or audio peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, and speakers. www.gateway.com Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power and network (if applicable) cables to...
... search for its setup instructions. 19 For more information on using your computer's menus, see "Syncing the keyboard and mouse" on any USB or audio peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, and speakers. www.gateway.com Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power and network (if applicable) cables to...
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In order to save power. Important If for some reason you left them. If your computer is much faster than turning on the keyboard or press the power button. 20 Waking your computer from the power outlet, then unplug the modem or network cable. The computer saves your session..., move the mouse, press a key on the power button flashes. It also saves your computer, certain components in Sleep mode, the power indicator on the keyboard, or press the power button to save power. 2 To "wake" your computer, unplug the power module from a Sleep state is in your online User ...
In order to save power. Important If for some reason you left them. If your computer is much faster than turning on the keyboard or press the power button. 20 Waking your computer from the power outlet, then unplug the modem or network cable. The computer saves your session..., move the mouse, press a key on the power button flashes. It also saves your computer, certain components in Sleep mode, the power indicator on the keyboard, or press the power button to save power. 2 To "wake" your computer, unplug the power module from a Sleep state is in your online User ...
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... sync indicator flashes. Sync button (mouse) 22 Sync button hole 2 Press the sync button on . The RF sync indicator (the red LED) above the Gateway logo on the front of your computer turns on the bottom of your keyboard until your computer (to the left of the Web cam's mini USB port).
... sync indicator flashes. Sync button (mouse) 22 Sync button hole 2 Press the sync button on . The RF sync indicator (the red LED) above the Gateway logo on the front of your computer turns on the bottom of your keyboard until your computer (to the left of the Web cam's mini USB port).
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...to eject the disc from the slot-load DVD-RW drive. Press these keys to start program actions. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Function keys Navigation keys System control keys Multimedia controls Wrist rest Feature Function keys System control keys Navigation keys Multimedia... controls Wrist rest Main keyboard Directional keys Numeric keypad Main keyboard Directional keys Numeric keypad Description Press these keys to move the cursor up the page, down , right, ...
...to eject the disc from the slot-load DVD-RW drive. Press these keys to start program actions. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Function keys Navigation keys System control keys Multimedia controls Wrist rest Feature Function keys System control keys Navigation keys Multimedia... controls Wrist rest Main keyboard Directional keys Numeric keypad Main keyboard Directional keys Numeric keypad Description Press these keys to move the cursor up the page, down , right, ...
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CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Storing your keyboard You can move your keyboard out of the way by standing it upright and sliding it against your computer. Do not lean it against the screen. Using the mouse Mouse components Scroll stripe (functions as a scroll wheel) Right button Left button 24
CHAPTER 2: Setting Up and Getting Started Storing your keyboard You can move your keyboard out of the way by standing it upright and sliding it against your computer. Do not lean it against the screen. Using the mouse Mouse components Scroll stripe (functions as a scroll wheel) Right button Left button 24
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... on a DVD player or your computer. Playing a DVD A Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) is similar to play these CDs on the keyboard. - You may not be played on a single disc. www.gateway.com Ejecting an optical disc To eject an optical disc: • Press the Eject key on your computer's DVD-RW drive.
... on a DVD player or your computer. Playing a DVD A Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) is similar to play these CDs on the keyboard. - You may not be played on a single disc. www.gateway.com Ejecting an optical disc To eject an optical disc: • Press the Eject key on your computer's DVD-RW drive.
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...are using hardware controls: • Press the volume or mute control buttons on the taskbar. To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on the keyboard. To restore volume, click it again. 42 You can adjust volume using Windows volume controls. To adjust the overall volume using external speakers, turn the...and drag the slider up to increase volume and down to decrease volume. 3 To mute the volume, click (Mute). For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 23. -ORPress the volume or mute control buttons on the front of specific sound devices in your computer.
...are using hardware controls: • Press the volume or mute control buttons on the taskbar. To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on the keyboard. To restore volume, click it again. 42 You can adjust volume using Windows volume controls. To adjust the overall volume using external speakers, turn the...and drag the slider up to increase volume and down to decrease volume. 3 To mute the volume, click (Mute). For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 23. -ORPress the volume or mute control buttons on the front of specific sound devices in your computer.
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www.gateway.com Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer. The case can become ...page 26. 61 When the device behaves erratically, try changing its performance. For instructions on installing batteries, see "Setting up the keyboard and mouse" on page 17 and "Installing remote control batteries" on hard drives. • Avoid subjecting your computer to either extreme... batteries in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to bump or drop your computer. • When transporting your keyboard, mouse, and Media Center remote control should last several months.
www.gateway.com Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer. The case can become ...page 26. 61 When the device behaves erratically, try changing its performance. For instructions on installing batteries, see "Setting up the keyboard and mouse" on page 17 and "Installing remote control batteries" on hard drives. • Avoid subjecting your computer to either extreme... batteries in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to bump or drop your computer. • When transporting your keyboard, mouse, and Media Center remote control should last several months.
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... shut down your computer turned off , but some electrical current still flows through the vents on the acrylic covering for the computer, the mouse, the keyboard, and the remote control. Do not use a cloth dampened (not soaking wet) with a vacuum or a damp cloth. 62 CHAPTER 4: Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning your computer...
... shut down your computer turned off , but some electrical current still flows through the vents on the acrylic covering for the computer, the mouse, the keyboard, and the remote control. Do not use a cloth dampened (not soaking wet) with a vacuum or a damp cloth. 62 CHAPTER 4: Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning your computer...
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... damp, lint-free cloth. To clean an optical disc: • Wipe from frequent handling. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to replace it again. Cleaning the mouse If the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer screen or becomes difficult ... keyboard, turn the keyboard upside down. To clean the keyboard: 1 Use an aerosol can of the mouse with a narrow, straw-like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. 2 If you may need to use it . www.gateway.com Cleaning the keyboard You should occasionally clean the keyboard ...
... damp, lint-free cloth. To clean an optical disc: • Wipe from frequent handling. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to replace it again. Cleaning the mouse If the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer screen or becomes difficult ... keyboard, turn the keyboard upside down. To clean the keyboard: 1 Use an aerosol can of the mouse with a narrow, straw-like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. 2 If you may need to use it . www.gateway.com Cleaning the keyboard You should occasionally clean the keyboard ...