Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 1
... Computer 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Mouse 6 Volume Controls 8 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 9 Ports and Connectors 10 Turning your Computer ON or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 13 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management 16 Your Computer's Documentation 17 Playing Multimedia Files 18 First steps on the Net 20 Protecting your computer 20 Choose an 'Internet Service Provider 20 Network connections 21 Surf...
... Computer 6 Control Devices (Keyboard/Mouse 6 Volume Controls 8 Remote Control (optional 8 Your Computer's Drives 9 Ports and Connectors 10 Turning your Computer ON or OFF 12 Upgrading your Computer 13 Internet and Software 15 Using Windows and your Software 15 Windows Welcome Center 15 Internet Security Offer 15 Gateway Recovery Management 16 Your Computer's Documentation 17 Playing Multimedia Files 18 First steps on the Net 20 Protecting your computer 20 Choose an 'Internet Service Provider 20 Network connections 21 Surf...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 8
...-to access advanced volume control settings. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Installing the Remote Control and optional receiver Before starting Windows Media Center (see page 18) and remote control! If your speakers from Windows. If supplied, connect the USB receiver to resume playback. Open Record TV 5. Direction keys (up /down , left, right) and OK 8. Teletext selection (red, green, yellow, blue) 12. Click again to a USB port on the computer. 3 2. Back, Start (Windows key) and More information 11. Number keys, Clear and Enter 7 8 11...
...-to access advanced volume control settings. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Installing the Remote Control and optional receiver Before starting Windows Media Center (see page 18) and remote control! If your speakers from Windows. If supplied, connect the USB receiver to resume playback. Open Record TV 5. Direction keys (up /down , left, right) and OK 8. Teletext selection (red, green, yellow, blue) 12. Click again to a USB port on the computer. 3 2. Back, Start (Windows key) and More information 11. Number keys, Clear and Enter 7 8 11...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 10
... Removing a card from (but not 'HD' DVDs) and may be authorized by using the Windows Task Manager. ✓ If the tray does not eject, you may try to open it . ✓ Most devices may read from an External Card Reader on . Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Use of this does not mean that they can be detected and installed automatically. Connect your computer to a network ('LAN') or certain high-speed Internet connections. 10 - make...
... Removing a card from (but not 'HD' DVDs) and may be authorized by using the Windows Task Manager. ✓ If the tray does not eject, you may try to open it . ✓ Most devices may read from an External Card Reader on . Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Use of this does not mean that they can be detected and installed automatically. Connect your computer to a network ('LAN') or certain high-speed Internet connections. 10 - make...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 11
... Ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) - Note: Many monitors use your television's speakers, you to nearby telephone lines or an aerial could damage your modem, network or TV card or even your area. An HDMI TV-Out port allows you to an aerial - Plugging in an audio device disables any network cable. Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - TV Tuner - The remote control receiver (Commercial IR) allows you to purchase an adapter or a DVI-toAnalog cable...
... Ports USB (Universal Serial Bus) - Note: Many monitors use your television's speakers, you to nearby telephone lines or an aerial could damage your modem, network or TV card or even your area. An HDMI TV-Out port allows you to an aerial - Plugging in an audio device disables any network cable. Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - TV Tuner - The remote control receiver (Commercial IR) allows you to purchase an adapter or a DVI-toAnalog cable...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 13
... image or digital-video editing or 3D games, adding some memory will be a convenient solution to expand your computer's hard drive, and then powers down. Simply plug it into a USB port and "drag and drop" to transfer your computer from Sleep takes just a few seconds. Click on certain computers. If you want to end and click on again. Power Options The power options of the LEDs turn...
... image or digital-video editing or 3D games, adding some memory will be a convenient solution to expand your computer's hard drive, and then powers down. Simply plug it into a USB port and "drag and drop" to transfer your computer from Sleep takes just a few seconds. Click on certain computers. If you want to end and click on again. Power Options The power options of the LEDs turn...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 18
... Start & Troubleshooting Guide The updates will be downloaded from online services. The My Computer button contains all -in-one media 'centers' such as Windows Media Center) provide additional playback options. Remember to update InfoCentre to view the latest information about your computer's components and useful tips on your computer's configuration. You should also make regular visits to www.gateway.com and check out the Support section: it will start the media...
... Start & Troubleshooting Guide The updates will be downloaded from online services. The My Computer button contains all -in-one media 'centers' such as Windows Media Center) provide additional playback options. Remember to update InfoCentre to view the latest information about your computer's components and useful tips on your computer's configuration. You should also make regular visits to www.gateway.com and check out the Support section: it will start the media...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 19
... cases, you can be because you are using a file that was compressed using a codec that your speakers. If you have been installed on the Web Help button in specific programs (e.g. Why do I get a message that says that Windows or the media player does not include by clicking on your software collection (e.g. This shows channel and network information, as well as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows...
... cases, you can be because you are using a file that was compressed using a codec that your speakers. If you have been installed on the Web Help button in specific programs (e.g. Why do I get a message that says that Windows or the media player does not include by clicking on your software collection (e.g. This shows channel and network information, as well as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 21
... between wired and wireless network. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is installed inside your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Setting up a LAN using wires. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example a printer or scanner. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you access to their services. this type of wireless adapter available, the most common are: USB WiFi adapter: Connects to have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with the subscription to a high speed DSL internet connection. You can set up a network...
... between wired and wireless network. Wireless Expansion Card: This card is installed inside your Access point/router for detailed setup instructions. Setting up a LAN using wires. Network connections A LAN (Local Area Network) is a group of computers (for example a printer or scanner. The ISP (Internet Service Provider) you access to their services. this type of wireless adapter available, the most common are: USB WiFi adapter: Connects to have chosen normally supplies a modem/router with the subscription to a high speed DSL internet connection. You can set up a network...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 22
... turn your computer does not feature a 'WiFi' button, you to share a wired Internet connection with multiple computers. Desktop computer 3. Network cables (RJ45) 5 6 4 1 3 72 Ad-Hoc internet sharing The Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) feature of a working network 1. Turning On/Off a WiFi Network Connection If your wireless network on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide This is prohibited. Switch off , or control what is shared over the network with the network management options. Access...
... turn your computer does not feature a 'WiFi' button, you to share a wired Internet connection with multiple computers. Desktop computer 3. Network cables (RJ45) 5 6 4 1 3 72 Ad-Hoc internet sharing The Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) feature of a working network 1. Turning On/Off a WiFi Network Connection If your wireless network on Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide This is prohibited. Switch off , or control what is shared over the network with the network management options. Access...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 27
...). driver installations or specific software). Windows System Restore. It can undo harmful changes to your computer and restore its settings and performance, while saving your computer and automatically creates restore points to revert to the Operating System (e.g. Windows System Restore does not uninstall programs. To do this , you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. This will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. Select Windows System Restore and click on Start > All...
...). driver installations or specific software). Windows System Restore. It can undo harmful changes to your computer and restore its settings and performance, while saving your computer and automatically creates restore points to revert to the Operating System (e.g. Windows System Restore does not uninstall programs. To do this , you cannot access the Windows desktop: 1. This will automatically restart and open the Recovery Program. 2. Select Windows System Restore and click on Start > All...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 28
... listed by Windows Action Center ✓ Use Microsoft Windows Automatic Updates ✓ Run Windows Defender ✓ Run Windows Update Windows Update can help you can use this name. 3. System Restore automatically adds the date and time to access advanced startup options. 2. To finish, click on Next. The new Norton Internet Security™ runs quietly in the list box to -date via Internet downloads. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide It allows you to Windows Update regularly, so you keep it running smoothly. • Start > Control Panel...
... listed by Windows Action Center ✓ Use Microsoft Windows Automatic Updates ✓ Run Windows Defender ✓ Run Windows Update Windows Update can help you can use this name. 3. System Restore automatically adds the date and time to access advanced startup options. 2. To finish, click on Next. The new Norton Internet Security™ runs quietly in the list box to -date via Internet downloads. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide It allows you to Windows Update regularly, so you keep it running smoothly. • Start > Control Panel...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 35
... the motherboard ("integrated video") and another on a high-performance graphics card using an expansion slot. Removing additional internal hardware Internal hardware could be active. 1. Check your computer: 1. Note: Please refer to a working wall socket). 3. Test the power cords: 1. Test the power socket: 1. Try to remove the device. 2. Disconnect all your computer's configuration. If you to refer to them to reset your Installation poster. 1. The number of items available will depend on the Screen...
... the motherboard ("integrated video") and another on a high-performance graphics card using an expansion slot. Removing additional internal hardware Internal hardware could be active. 1. Check your computer: 1. Note: Please refer to a working wall socket). 3. Test the power cords: 1. Test the power socket: 1. Try to remove the device. 2. Disconnect all your computer's configuration. If you to refer to them to reset your Installation poster. 1. The number of items available will depend on the Screen...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 36
... read Removing additional external devices and Removing additional internal hardware on all system requirements. If it works fine. 3. When the Gateway logo appears, press F8 to restart your computer. Use the arrow keys to default settings. Set the BIOS to highlight Safe Mode and press Enter. 36 - Press Del when starting your computer to enter the boot menu (this , try to access the advanced start your Warranty & Service Sheet (if supplied) before opening the chassis...
... read Removing additional external devices and Removing additional internal hardware on all system requirements. If it works fine. 3. When the Gateway logo appears, press F8 to restart your computer. Use the arrow keys to default settings. Set the BIOS to highlight Safe Mode and press Enter. 36 - Press Del when starting your computer to enter the boot menu (this , try to access the advanced start your Warranty & Service Sheet (if supplied) before opening the chassis...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 37
... to access the advanced startup options. 3. This may cause conflict with your problem with your programs correctly. Please read Removing additional external devices and Removing additional internal hardware on your whole operating system are connected. Most problems affecting Internet applications, and potentially your keyboard to previous restore point with the Last Known Good Configuration. When you are caused by malicious software propagated when you install a new hardware device, Windows usually detects it work. Helpdesk...
... to access the advanced startup options. 3. This may cause conflict with your problem with your programs correctly. Please read Removing additional external devices and Removing additional internal hardware on your whole operating system are connected. Most problems affecting Internet applications, and potentially your keyboard to previous restore point with the Last Known Good Configuration. When you are caused by malicious software propagated when you install a new hardware device, Windows usually detects it work. Helpdesk...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 38
... an empty space on your programs to a previous version of the screen, try uninstalling and reinstalling it. If you notice that driver may not be functioning correctly. For more details. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on page 28. 38 - The screen displays applications, but they crash or run erratically When your problem. Please see any "!" Open the Device Manager (Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Device Manager).
... an empty space on your programs to a previous version of the screen, try uninstalling and reinstalling it. If you notice that driver may not be functioning correctly. For more details. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on page 28. 38 - The screen displays applications, but they crash or run erratically When your problem. Please see any "!" Open the Device Manager (Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Device Manager).
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 43
... Sharing Center to use. 4. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your ISP whether the service is having technical difficulties. a. My printer does not work The guidelines below cover the most common types of the Notification Area. Please see more information. 2. b. b. Make sure you follow the installation instructions provided with your printer's user's guide...
... Sharing Center to use. 4. Check your connection details (username, password, server phone number, email address, etc.) and restore your Internet settings, following the procedure given by your ISP whether the service is having technical difficulties. a. My printer does not work The guidelines below cover the most common types of the Notification Area. Please see more information. 2. b. b. Make sure you follow the installation instructions provided with your printer's user's guide...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 44
... display an installation screen. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Check that they can vary from product to product. If you install a new program, first read the model description on your computer's specifications, please read the instructions included with a new program or hardware, please check the supplied documentation as well as installation instructions can run . Check your computer and printer before disconnecting or reconnecting any damage caused by adding hardware or software...
... display an installation screen. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Check that they can vary from product to product. If you install a new program, first read the model description on your computer's specifications, please read the instructions included with a new program or hardware, please check the supplied documentation as well as installation instructions can run . Check your computer and printer before disconnecting or reconnecting any damage caused by adding hardware or software...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 45
... system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to open your new hardware, you are still having difficulties, please contact the manufacturer or retailer, or check their website for details. Note: If installing an adapter card (PCI or AGP), please refer to the documentation provided with each device to know how to install it will be used on page 44). 2. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it...
... system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to open your new hardware, you are still having difficulties, please contact the manufacturer or retailer, or check their website for details. Note: If installing an adapter card (PCI or AGP), please refer to the documentation provided with each device to know how to install it will be used on page 44). 2. External hardware device Installing a new hardware device such as it...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 46
... of software or hardware have created. • New software - Gateway Recovery Management opens. - You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup discs you have stopped working correctly. Revert to a previous system condition. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on the Restore tab, then click Reinstall applications/drivers. You can use these discs later for later retrieval. If you need to reinstall the software and device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers...
... of software or hardware have created. • New software - Gateway Recovery Management opens. - You can recover using either your hard drive or the backup discs you have stopped working correctly. Revert to a previous system condition. Click on Start > All Programs > Gateway, then click on the Restore tab, then click Reinstall applications/drivers. You can use these discs later for later retrieval. If you need to reinstall the software and device drivers that software's installation instructions. • New device drivers...
Gateway Desktop Quick Start Guide
Page 48
... your hard drive. 3. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on your hard drive, back them up now. • If you can still run Windows, see "Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Your computer restarts. 6. Follow the on Next. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. The boot menu is still working, see "Recovering from , such as the hard drive or an optical disc. 3. Windows installs from factory default. Click on Restore system from the recovery disc you have installed a replacement hard drive...
... your hard drive. 3. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on your hard drive, back them up now. • If you can still run Windows, see "Recovering from within Windows To reinstall Windows and all pre-installed software and drivers: 1. Your computer restarts. 6. Follow the on Next. Gateway Recovery Management opens. 2. The boot menu is still working, see "Recovering from , such as the hard drive or an optical disc. 3. Windows installs from factory default. Click on Restore system from the recovery disc you have installed a replacement hard drive...
