Gateway GT5224 Support Question
Gateway GT5224 Support Question
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Question posted by gaffer0135 on July 26th, 2011
My Computer Keeps Sutting Off
mY COMPUTER KEEPS SHUTTING ITSELF OFF ANT THE RESET BUTTON ON THE FRONT WON'T TURRN IT ON.
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8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 3
... 3 Using Support 3
Help and Support 5 Searching for a topic 6
BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 Gateway contact information 8
2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer 9
Desktop PC Front 10 Desktop PC Back 12 Identifying your model 15
Gateway model and serial number 15 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 15 Finding your specifications 16 Accessories 16...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 8
... that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment from all of -class service and support in good operating condition. We sincerely hope that you keep your computer in addition to our customers -
If you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway.
Chapter 1: Getting Help
Thank you for years to...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 16
... may vary from the illustration below. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer
Desktop PC Front
Your computer includes the following components. DVD/CD drive
USB port (optional)
DVD/CD drive (optional)
Diskette drive (optional)
Memory card reader (optional) Power button/ power indicator
Microphone jack Headphone jack
Hard drive indicator
USB ports (optional...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 17
... amplifier, or headphones into the optional diskette drive.
You can also configure the power button to operate in use.
This jack is in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode....Memory card reader (optional) Power button and power indicator
Hard drive indicator IEEE 1394 ports (optional)
Headphone jack
Microphone jack
Desktop PC Front
Description
Use this button to turn the power on or...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 18
... ports
Monitor port
Serial port PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port Monitor port (optional) Telephone jack
www.gateway.com
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer
Desktop PC Back
Your computer includes the following components.
Important
Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustration below.
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 19
... cover thumbscrews
Rear speaker jack (black plug) (optional)
Ethernet (network) jack
IEEE 1394 ports
Parallel port
S-Video (TV) out jack (optional) Modem jack
Voltage switch
Desktop PC Back
Description
Plug the power cord into this jack. For information on page 32.
The power supply should be set to 230. Plug your...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 23
...can free up hard drive space by backing up your entire system, you can save your work and shut down your computer running temporarily during a total power failure. With a recordable CD or DVD drive,... you want to back up your files, you can add storage devices to keep your computer correctly. Dual layer writable DVDs hold as much as 4700 MB of data. TBU drives,...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 27
Sitting at your computer
■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. ■ Position your chair so the keyboard is tilted to be able to the floor when you type.
■ Do not slouch ...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 28
... your computer is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at the factory. Caution
If you cannot run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your system will be set the power supply to 230.
22
www.gateway.com The power supply should be moved to 115V or 230V.
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 30
... cord and modem cable when your computer is in Standby mode, move the mouse or press the power button to "wake" it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. The Turn Off Computer dialog box ... will not be used your computer for several minutes or have not used for long periods.
Windows shuts down and turns off your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 36
...Properties dialog box opens.
-OR- The Control Panel window opens.
Use the mute and volume control buttons on page 26. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation.... are using hardware controls:
■ If you need to adjust the volume in Windows, see "Desktop PC Back" on the taskbar. To use the volume controls to the computer audio jack(s). 2 ...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 48
... both diskettes and hard drives.
■ Avoid subjecting your computer to keep it in the original packaging materials.
■ Keep diskettes and your warranty. ■ Avoid dusty or dirty work environments.... the online extension of Windows that helps you to extreme temperature changes. ■ Keep all liquids away from magnetic fields. Use Windows Update to protect your computer. Dust...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 52
... the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before cleaning any water into the vents. Cleaning your computer
Keeping your computer. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your Norton Internet Security program
with a narrow,...Warning
When you spill liquid on components.
If you shut down . You may need to update your computer and other peripherals before trying to drip any components....
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 57
... remove the side panel:
1 Follow the instructions in "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 50.
2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network,
and all peripheral device cables.
3 Press the power button to drain any residual power from your computer, then unplug the power cord, modem cable, and...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 62
...
page 53.
7 Return your computer to its upright position.
8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord.
9 Turn on your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears.
10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in Category view).
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 63
...
opens.
3 Write down all the values in the menus and submenus, then exit from the utility.
4 Shut down your computer.
5 Remove the side panel by the manufacturer. To replace the battery:
1 Restart your ... the F1 key. Replacing the system battery
Replacing the system battery
If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in "Removing the side panel"
on page 51.
6 For more stability,...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 73
... open on the keyboard. ■ Make sure that a key is not stuck. A keyboard character keeps repeating or you see the poster that came with your Internet service provider (ISP) is set up ...the keys. ■ Try a keyboard that you have not received any mail ■ Click the receive button in your e-mail program. ■ Make sure that your account with your computer. ■ Remove all ...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 77
...the modem cable that came with your computer.
You may cause problems with the modem connection.
■ Shut down the modem volume. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port... appropriate port on page 12 to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics. See "Desktop PC Back" on your computer. If your computer.
■ Run Windows modem diagnostics.
Handshaking is...
8511050 - Gateway Computer User Guide - Page 106
..., or where it is left unattended or unused for long periods of any Gateway product during a lightning storm or when it could be taken to keep from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Warning
When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be fatal...
8510755 - Media Center User Guide - Page 7
... configuring the Media Center software, tips about making the most of your Media Center computer and troubleshooting information to solve problems.
Windows Update
Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to install them. Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and...
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