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Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Keyboard area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Identifying your model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Gateway model number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Gateway serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Internal wireless label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Left Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Right Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Protecting from power source problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Starting your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Waking up your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Turning off your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Connecting to the docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Separating from the docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Key types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
System key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Internet button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Using the EZ Pad touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Using the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Connecting the modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Connecting to an Ethernet network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Gateway model number ........
  • Page 2 Gateway Web site ........
  • Page 3 7 Using Multimedia Using drives ............86 Using diskettes .
  • Page 4 Changing the power scheme ........135 Changing alarm options .
  • Page 5 Using a wireless network ......... . . 182 Using wireless Ethernet in Windows XP .
  • Page 6 Telephone support ..........280 Before calling Gateway Technical Support ......280 Telephone numbers .

  • Page 7: Checking Out Your Gateway 200

    Checking Out Your Gateway Tips & Tricks To access the contents of this guide while you are traveling, download an electronic copy from www.gateway.com/support/manlib/. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 8: Front

    Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway 200 Front Component LCD panel release latch LCD panel release latch Icon Description Open the LCD panel by sliding the release latch to the right. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 9: Left Side

    Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire into this jack. Plug a microphone into this jack. Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. The built-in speakers and docking station speakers are deactivated. www.gateway.com Left side PC card slot ® ®...
  • Page 10 Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway 200 Component Icon PC Card eject button PC Card slot Description Press the eject button to remove a PC Card from the PC Card slot. Insert one Type I or II PC Card into this slot. For more information, see “Adding PC Cards”...

  • Page 11: Right Side

    Helps cool internal components. Do not block or insert objects into these slots. Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Plug an analog VGA monitor into this port. www.gateway.com Right side Monitor port...

  • Page 12: Back

    Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway 200 Back Component Kensington™ lock slot Icon Description Secure your computer to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot. www.gateway.com Kensington lock slot...

  • Page 13: Bottom

    Insert the battery into this bay. Connect the docking station to this connector. Warning! Power is passed through this connection. This docking connection is UL certified for use only with Gateway 200 docking stations. Find the product model number on this label. www.gateway.com Bottom...

  • Page 14: Keyboard Area

    Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway 200 Keyboard area Power button Keyboard Component Icon Internet button Status indicators Touchpad Speakers Speakers Touchpad Description Press to open your Web browser. For more information, see “Internet button” on page 40. Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used.
  • Page 15 36. Power button Press to turn the notebook on or off. You can also configure the power button for Standby/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see “Changing power modes” on page 134. www.gateway.com Keyboard area...

  • Page 16: Identifying Your Model

    Important Gateway model number The label on the bottom of your computer contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Gateway Technical Support will need this information if you call for assistance. Gateway model number Gateway serial number The Gateway serial number is: Printed on a white sticker on the bottom or back of your notebook.

  • Page 17: Internal Wireless Label

    IEEE 802.11b RLAN Approvals: FCC ID HFS9550015318 CANADA ID 1787104509A Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for your operating system. www.gateway.com Identifying your model...

  • Page 18: Accessories

    Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway 200 Accessories Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your notebook. Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so that you can swap batteries when necessary.
  • Page 19 Using an inkjet color printer, you can print pictures, banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents. Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive, but usually they print much faster than inkjet printers. Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when you are printing large documents. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 20 Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway 200 www.gateway.com...

  • Page 21: Checking Out Your Docking Station

    The docking station also gives you a convenient way to attach external devices such as a monitor or a full-size keyboard. Although devices can be attached directly to the ports and jacks on the notebook, the docking station lets you make all of those connections in one step. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 22: Top

    Docking connector Description Connect the notebook to this connector. Warning! Power is passed through this connection. This docking connection is UL certified for use only with Gateway 200 notebooks. Slide to release the module. Slide to release the module. www.gateway.com 3.5-inch...

  • Page 23: Front

    Press this button to prepare the notebook to be undocked while the notebook is turned on. 3.5-inch module bay Install a diskette drive into this bay. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into this drive. Undock 3.5-inch button module bay www.gateway.com Front...

  • Page 24: Left Side

    For instructions on releasing the notebook from the docking station, see “Separating from the docking station” on page 31. Plug a digital audio cable into this jack. Provide stereo audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 25: Right Side

    Pull to release the notebook from the docking station. For instructions on releasing the notebook from the docking station, see “Separating from the docking station” on page 31. www.gateway.com Right Side Docking release lever...

  • Page 26: Back

    Plug a serial device (such as a digital camera) into this port. Plug a parallel device (such as a printer) into this port. Plug an analog VGA monitor into this port. www.gateway.com Monitor port Kensington Ethernet...
  • Page 27 “Connecting to an Ethernet network” on page 45 and “Using the Internet” on page 75. Plug the AC adapter cord into this connector. Secure your docking station to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot. www.gateway.com Back...

  • Page 28: Bottom

    To determine the type of drive in the bay, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types” on page 88. Install a diskette drive into this bay. Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into this drive. www.gateway.com Docking release lever System...

  • Page 29: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway notebook. Read this chapter to find out: How to connect the AC adapter How to start and turn off your notebook How to connect to and separate from the docking station...

  • Page 30: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    If the battery life seems short even after being charged for 24 hours, the battery may need to be recalibrated. For information, see “Recalibrating the battery” on page 130. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 31 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook’s power connector. -OR- Connect the AC adapter to the docking station if the docking station is installed. www.gateway.com Connecting the AC adapter...

  • Page 32: Protecting From Power Source Problems

    Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. High voltages can enter your computer through both the power cord and the modem connection.

  • Page 33: Starting Your Notebook

    Standby/Resume mode. For instructions on changing the power button mode, see “Changing power settings” on page 135. If you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your notebook. www.gateway.com Starting your notebook...

  • Page 34: Waking Up Your Notebook

    See “Status indicators” on page 34 for the location of the power indicator. If your notebook is in Standby mode, “wake” it up by pressing the power button. For more information on changing power-saving settings, see “Changing power settings” on page 135. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 35: Turning Off Your Notebook

    . The Turn Off Computer dialog box Turn Off Computer . The Shut Down Windows dialog box Shut Down What do you want your computer to do Shut down www.gateway.com Turning off your notebook...

  • Page 36: Connecting To The Docking Station

    Place the front part of the notebook on the two docking station hooks. Unplug the network and monitor (VGA) cables from the notebook before attaching your notebook to the docking station. Failure to unplug these cables may result in damage to the notebook or connectors. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 37: Separating From The Docking Station

    To separate the notebook from the docking station while the notebook is off: Disconnect the AC adapter from the docking station. Pull out the two docking release levers until they click. The notebook will pop up slightly. Separating from the docking station www.gateway.com...
  • Page 38 - OR - Do not detach the notebook if the battery charge is less than 20%. Instead, turn off your notebook and follow the procedure “To separate the notebook from the docking station while the notebook is off:” on page 31. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 39 Tilt the back of the notebook up. Lift the notebook off of the docking station. Disconnect the AC adapter from the docking station. Connect the AC adapter to the notebook. www.gateway.com Separating from the docking station , then click Undock Computer , then click .

  • Page 40: Status Indicators

    Chapter 3: Getting Started Status indicators Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. Pad lock Power Caps lock Scroll lock www.gateway.com Hard drive Battery...
  • Page 41 The notebook is accessing the hard drive. Battery The notebook is monitoring the battery charge: charge LED green - battery is fully charged indicator LED amber - battery is charging LED off - notebook is running on battery only www.gateway.com Status indicators...

  • Page 42: Using The Keyboard

    USB or PS/2 port. You do not need to shut down the notebook to connect a USB keyboard. We recommend you shut down the notebook before connecting a PS/2 keyboard. /Application key Windows key Function keys/System keys Numeric keypad www.gateway.com Arrow/Navigation keys...

  • Page 43: Key Types

    Press this key for quick access to shortcut menus and help assistants in Windows. Press these keys to move the cursor up, down, right, or left. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard to perform actions may open help. ) to perform a specific...

  • Page 44: System Key Combinations

    Press the key combination again to continue scrolling. (This function is only available in some programs.) Pause execution of a DOS program. (This function is only available in some programs.) www.gateway.com...
  • Page 45 Move the cursor up one screen. (This function is only available in some programs.) Decrease the brightness of the display. Move the cursor down one screen. (This function is only available in some programs.) Increase the brightness of the display. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard...

  • Page 46: Internet Button

    If you have an always on Internet connection, you may want to choose a Web browser such as Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer. For more information, see “Using the Internet” on page 75. button to open your Web browser. The first time you www.gateway.com Internet button...

  • Page 47: Using The Ez Pad Touchpad

    The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad and two buttons. Left touchpad button When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer (arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. Right touchpad Touchpad button www.gateway.com Using the EZ Pad touchpad...

  • Page 48: Using The Touchpad

    Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button below the touchpad twice in rapid succession. This action is called double-clicking. Position the pointer over the object. Quickly press and release the right button once. This action is called right-clicking. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 49 Press the left button and hold it down, then use the touchpad to move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the screen. Release the button to drop the object where you want it. www.gateway.com Using the EZ Pad touchpad...

  • Page 50: Connecting The Modem

    Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. Start your notebook, then start your communications software. To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. www.gateway.com on the left...

  • Page 51: Connecting To An Ethernet Network

    Insert the other end of the network cable into a network jack. Ask your network administrator to help you select the correct network jack. Your notebook is now physically connected to the network. Your network administrator can help you log onto your network. Connecting to an Ethernet network www.gateway.com on the on the...

  • Page 52: Broadband Internet Connections

    These ports are used for connecting peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, and digital cameras to your computer. For more information about port locations, see “Checking Out Your Gateway 200” on page 1 and “Checking Out Your Docking Station” on page 15.

  • Page 53: Getting Help

    Getting Help This chapter tells you about additional information resources available to help you use your computer. It includes the following topics: ™ HelpSpot Online help Gateway Web site www.gateway.com...

  • Page 54: Helpspot

    Use HelpSpot to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway computer. HelpSpot also has an area called Contact Gateway that helps you find the right resource at Gateway to answer your questions or help solve your problems.
  • Page 55 HelpSpot You can find help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. To learn about using your Gateway computer, your touchpad, and other tasks, click the link on the HelpSpot Using your computer main page.

  • Page 56: Searching For A Topic

    Web site (you must be connected to the Internet to search for and access these topics) and contain the words you entered in the Gateway.com Search - These topics are located on the Gateway.com Web site (you must be connected to the Internet to search for and access these...

  • Page 57: Helpspot Videos

    HelpSpot contains several short videos to help introduce you to new concepts or show you how to perform various tasks. To play a HelpSpot video: To watch a video in HelpSpot, click page, then click a video title. The video plays. on the HelpSpot home Video Tutorials www.gateway.com HelpSpot...

  • Page 58: Online Help

    Help You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. button. www.gateway.com menu or Help...

  • Page 59: Gateway Web Site

    Gateway Web site Gateway provides a variety of information on its Web site to help you use your computer. Visit the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com for: Technical documentation and product guides Technical tips and support, including online chat services...
  • Page 60 Chapter 4: Getting Help www.gateway.com...

  • Page 61: Windows Basics

    Basics Read this chapter to get basic information on how to: Use the Windows desktop Manage files and folders Work with documents Use shortcuts Help and For more information about Windows, click Start, then Support click Help and Support. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 62: About The Windows Environment

    The desktop is like the top of a real desk. Think of the desktop as your personalized work space where you open programs and perform other tasks. Your desktop may be different from the example shown below, depending on how your computer is set up. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 63: Using The Desktop

    The Recycle Bin is where files, folders, and programs that you discarded are stored. You must empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete them from your computer. For instructions on how to use the Recycle Bin, see “Deleting files and folders” on page 64. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 64: Using The Start Menu

    When you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has an arrow next to it, another menu, or submenu, opens and reveals related files, programs, or commands. Click a file or program to open it. button on the lower left of the Windows desktop. The Start www.gateway.com All Programs...

  • Page 65: Identifying Window Items

    When you double-click the icon for a drive, folder, file, or program, a window opens on the desktop. This example shows the Local Disk (C:) window, which opens after double-clicking the icon in the My Computer Local Disk (C:) window. Title bar Close Menu bar Maximize Minimize www.gateway.com...
  • Page 66 Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to its former size. Clicking the close button closes the active window or program. Clicking an item on the menu bar starts an action such as Print or Save. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 67: Working With Files And Folders

    To view the drives on your computer: In Windows XP, click - OR - In Windows 2000, double-click the Drives , then click Start My Computer icon on the desktop. My Computer www.gateway.com Working with files and folders on the Start menu.

  • Page 68: Creating Folders

    Folders are much like the folders in a file cabinet. They can contain files and other folders. Files are much like paper documents—letters, spreadsheets, and pictures—that you keep on your computer. In fact, all information on a computer is stored in files. Folders Files Show the contents of this drive www.gateway.com...

  • Page 69: Copying And Moving Files And Folders

    My Computer Local Disk (C:) Show the contents of this drive . The new folder is created. Folder . The new folder name NTER www.gateway.com Working with files and folders on the Start menu. icon on the desktop. , where you...

  • Page 70: Deleting Files And Folders

    You can recover any file in the Recycle Bin as long as the bin has not been emptied. on the pop-up menu. . A copy of the file or folder appears in the new location. on the pop-up menu. . The file or folder you moved appears in its new location and www.gateway.com...
  • Page 71 . Windows moves the files and folders to the icon. The Recycle Bin window opens and lists . Windows returns the deleted files or folders icon on the desktop. The Recycle Bin window . Windows asks you if you are sure www.gateway.com Working with files and folders...

  • Page 72: Browsing For Files And Folders

    If you do not see the contents of a folder, click Show the contents of this folder Continue double-clicking folders and their subfolders until you find the file or folder you want. , then click Start My Computer icon on the desktop. My Computer www.gateway.com...

  • Page 73: Searching For Files

    Time period in which it was created or modified You can also combine search criteria to refine searches. Files and folders found using these utilities can be opened, copied, cut, renamed, or deleted directly from the list in the results window. www.gateway.com Searching for files...

  • Page 74: Using The Search Utility

    If you type part of the name, Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed. , then click Start Search All files and folders , then click Start Search www.gateway.com . The Search Results window . The For Files or Folders...
  • Page 75 You can search by the: Date the file was created or modified. Size of the file. Type of file, such as a program or a text document. . When the search is completed, Windows lists Search Now www.gateway.com Searching for files...

  • Page 76: Working With Documents

    For more information about creating a document in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. , then click All Programs Microsoft Word . The New Document pane opens. www.gateway.com on its menu bar. Help . Microsoft Word starts Document pane...

  • Page 77: Saving A Document

    Click the arrow button to open the you want to save the file. . The Templates dialog box opens. . The document template opens. . The Save As dialog box opens. Save list, then click the folder where Save in www.gateway.com Working with documents...

  • Page 78: Opening A Document

    Click , then click File File name For more information about opening a document in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. , then click All Programs Microsoft Word Open www.gateway.com box. . Microsoft Word starts...

  • Page 79: Printing A Document

    Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. To print a document in Microsoft Word: Make sure that the printer is turned on and loaded with paper. Start Microsoft Word and open a document. list, then click the folder you Look in www.gateway.com Working with documents...

  • Page 80: Shortcuts

    Click the file or folder, then press file is permanently deleted. The file or folder is not stored in the Recycle Bin. Click the file or folder, press press NTER Press Press www.gateway.com key, . The HIFT ELETE , type the new name, then...

  • Page 81: Using The Internet

    Internet This chapter provides information about the Internet and the World Wide Web and tells you how to set up the America Online you can send and receive e-mail and access other Internet resources. ® Internet service so that www.gateway.com...

  • Page 82: Learning About The Internet

    Internet through an ISP. For the location of your Ethernet and modem jacks, see “Left side” on page 3 and “Back” on page 20. ISP Servers let you connect to the Internet and access your e-mail messages. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 83: Setting Up An Internet Account

    To set up an Internet account with America Online: Click Start All Programs Follow the on-screen instructions. After setting up your account, you can connect to the Internet and access your e-mail services. Setting up an Internet account , then click America Online www.gateway.com...

  • Page 84: Accessing Your Internet Account

    Make sure that your computer disconnects correctly from your Internet account. If you do not have an “unlimited hours” ISP account, you may have to pay for the time that you are connected, even if you are not at the computer. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 85: Using The World Wide Web

    You can identify a link by moving the mouse pointer over it. If the pointer changes to a hand, the item is a link. To learn more about using the Web browser features, click in the menu Help bar. page Link Linked Web page www.gateway.com...

  • Page 86: Connecting To A Web Site

    To go to a different Web site, type the address (called a URL for “Universal Resource Locator”) in the browser address bar (for example www.gateway.com), then click - OR - On the current Web page, click a link to a Web site.

  • Page 87: Downloading Files

    Open the folder that you created. Install or view the downloaded file by double-clicking it. If applicable, follow the instructions provided on the Web site to run or install the program. on the browser address www.gateway.com Using the World Wide Web...

  • Page 88: Using E-Mail

    ISP. For example, a person with an account with America Online might have an e-mail address that is similar to this one: Help and Support jdoe@aol.com User name Internet domain name For more information on using e-mail in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 89: Sending E-Mail

    Double-click the message you want to read. For more information about managing and organizing your e-mail messages, see the online help in your e-mail program. box. Subject . Your e-mail is sent over the Internet to Send Now www.gateway.com Using e-mail...
  • Page 90 Chapter 6: Using the Internet www.gateway.com...

  • Page 91: Using Multimedia

    Use the CD-RW, DVD, or combination DVD/CD-RW drive Create CDs Adjust the volume Play CDs and DVDs Record and play audio files Use Windows Media Player Use MusicMatch Capture video using the IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire or i.Link) port www.gateway.com...

  • Page 92: Using Drives

    Chapter 7: Using Multimedia Using drives This section explains how to use the diskette and optical drives installed in the docking station. Activity light Eject button Manual eject hole www.gateway.com Diskette slot Eject button...

  • Page 93: Using Diskettes

    Insert the diskette into the diskette drive on the docking station with the label facing up. Important If the diskette drive is not in the docking station bay, you will need to swap modules to use it. For more information about swapping modules, see “Changing drives” on page 166. www.gateway.com Using diskettes...

  • Page 94: Using A Cd And Dvd Drive

    You can also use this drive for recording music and data to CD-R or CD-RW discs. You can only write to a CD-R disc once. You can write to and erase CD-RW discs multiple times. www.gateway.com , then click Start...

  • Page 95: Inserting A Cd, Cd-Rw, Or Dvd

    If the disc has two playable sides, place the disc so that the name of the side you want to play is facing up. Push the tray in until it is closed. www.gateway.com Using a CD and DVD drive...

  • Page 96: Creating Cds Using Your Cd-Rw Or Dvd/Cd-Rw Drive

    CD, the imprint must say Recordable Rewriteable. If the drive you want to use is not in one of the bays, you will need to swap modules. For more information about swapping modules, see “Changing drives” on page 166. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 97 If a dialog box does not open, click , then click Creator Project Selector make a data CD dataCD project www.gateway.com Creating CDs using your CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW drive Create a CD using Roxio Easy CD Start All Programs . The Project Selector window opens.
  • Page 98 Easy CD Creator window opens. Select Source Files Source Pane Click the arrow button to open the folder where your files are located. , then click make a data CD Select Source Files www.gateway.com . The dataCD project list, then click the...
  • Page 99 Source pane, then click After you have added all of your files, click window opens. Click Start Recording www.gateway.com Creating CDs using your CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW drive record . The Record CD Setup record...

  • Page 100: Creating Music Cds

    For more information about swapping modules, see “Changing drives” on page 166. Most car stereos read CD-R discs, but do not read CD-RW discs. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 101 If a dialog box does not open, click , then click Creator Project Selector make a music CD musicCD project www.gateway.com Creating CDs using your CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW drive Create a CD using Roxio Easy CD Start All Programs . The Project Selector window opens.
  • Page 102 Easy CD Creator window opens. Select Source Files Source pane Source pane Click the arrow button to open the folder where your files are located. , then click make a music CD Select Source Files www.gateway.com . The musicCD project list, then click the...
  • Page 103 CD project. You can add up to 99 tracks and files, or up to 650 MB (74-minute CD) or 700 MB (80-minute CD) of tracks and files to a music CD project. www.gateway.com Creating CDs using your CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW drive record...

  • Page 104: Copying Cds

    Otherwise, you may be violating copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other remedies. If you are uncertain about your rights, contact your legal advisor. www.gateway.com . The Record record Start Recording...

  • Page 105: Adjusting The Volume In Windows Xp

    . The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens. Devices Adjusting the volume in Windows XP . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel Sounds, Speech, and Audio Adjust the system volume www.gateway.com ) and Sounds and Audio...
  • Page 106 . The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens. Devices tab. Volume slider to change the volume or click to select the , then click . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel Adjust the system volume www.gateway.com Sounds, Speech, and Audio Sounds and Audio...
  • Page 107 Drag the volume level and balance sliders for the device you want to adjust. For more information about the volume controls, click window. Click X in the top-right corner of the window to close it. www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume in Windows XP area. Help...

  • Page 108: Adjusting The Volume In Windows 2000

    ) to change the volume, or press the mute system key combination - OR - Click the speaker icon the volume or click to select the ) to turn off all sound. on the taskbar, then drag the slider to change Mute www.gateway.com check box. ) and...
  • Page 109 For more information about the volume controls, click window. Click X in the top-right corner of the window to close it. Adjusting the volume in Windows 2000 on the taskbar. The Volume Control , the audio device you want to appear, Properties www.gateway.com in the Help...

  • Page 110: Listening To Cds In Windows Xp

    If the drive you want to use is not in the docking station bay, you will need to swap modules to use it. For more information about swapping modules, see “Changing drives” on page 166. Play Volume Stop Previous Mute Next www.gateway.com . You can Help Windows Media Player (play).

  • Page 111: Listening To Cds In Windows 2000

    If you do not hear audio or you want to change the volume, see “Adjusting the volume in Windows 2000” on page 102. Listening to CDs in Windows 2000 Start Programs . When the CD Player opens, CD Player Pause Play Stop Rewind Next Skip Eject Previous Forward www.gateway.com Accessories...

  • Page 112: Recording And Playing Audio

    For more information about recording and playing audio in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. All Programs Accessories Fast Play Stop Forward (stop). . The Save As dialog box opens. Save As . The recording is saved. Save www.gateway.com , then click Entertainment Sound Record...
  • Page 113 , then click File Open Click the file you want to play, then click Play the file by clicking clicking (stop). . The Open dialog box opens. Open (play), then stop playing the file by www.gateway.com Recording and playing audio...

  • Page 114: Playing Audio And Video Files With The Windows Media Player

    The Windows Media Player opens. Play Stop Click , then click File , then click Start All Programs Start Programs Accessories . The Open dialog box opens. Open www.gateway.com Help Windows Media Player , then Entertainment Video file information Video screen...

  • Page 115: Playing A Dvd

    DVD player. For more information on using the DVD player, see its online help. Open (play), then stop playing the file by , then click DVD Player DVD Player (play). The DVD plays. www.gateway.com Recording and playing audio Help . The DVD Player...

  • Page 116: Using Musicmatch

    Important If the drive you want to use is not in the docking station bay, you will need to swap modules to use it. For more information about swapping modules, see “Changing drives” on page 166. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 117 When you insert a CD, the Audio CD dialog box opens. Click , then click Play Audio CD using MUSICMATCH Jukebox MusicMatch opens, the CD begins playing, and the names of the music tracks appear in the playlist area. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 118 If the drive you want to use is not in the docking station bay, you will need to swap modules to use it. For more information about swapping modules, see “Changing drives” on page 166. tab in the MusicMatch window. The names of the music www.gateway.com icon on your desktop. MusicMatch...

  • Page 119: Creating Music Files

    By default all tracks in the track list are selected. Clear the checkbox of any audio track you do not want to record (rip). Click ), then follow the on-screen instructions. Start All Programs (record). The Recorder window www.gateway.com Using MusicMatch , then MusicMatch...

  • Page 120: Editing Track Information

    Edit Track Tag dialog box opens. Enter information such as track title, lead artist, album, and genre. Click . The new track information appears in the MusicMatch playlist, music library, and recorder. . The library window opens. My Library www.gateway.com . The Edit Track Tag(s)

  • Page 121: Building A Music Library

    Dragging and Dropping – Drag and drop files from Windows Explorer or your desktop to the music library. Downloading files from the Internet – When you are connected to the Internet, MP3 files that you download are automatically added to your music library. www.gateway.com Using MusicMatch...
  • Page 122 Changing the music library display settings To change the music library display settings: In MusicMatch, click opens. Click the Click the categories that you want to display in the columns, then click , then click Options tab. Music Library www.gateway.com . The Settings window Settings...

  • Page 123: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet radio Use the Radio feature in MusicMatch to listen to Internet Radio stations. To listen to an Internet radio station: Connect to the Internet, then open MusicMatch. Click Radio Stations . The Radio window opens. www.gateway.com Using MusicMatch...

  • Page 124: Using Advanced Features

    . MusicMatch connects to the station and plays the audio. Play Using advanced features You can also use MusicMatch to create your own music CDs and to download MP3 files to your portable MP3 player. For more information, see the MusicMatch online Help. Broadcast Stations www.gateway.com , the...

  • Page 125: Capturing Video

    “Left side” on page 3 and “Back” on page 20. Click Start All Programs For more information on using MGI VideoWave, see its online Help. on the side of your notebook or the , then click MGI VideoWave IV www.gateway.com Capturing video . The program starts.
  • Page 126 Chapter 7: Using Multimedia www.gateway.com...

  • Page 127: Sending And Receiving Faxes

    Important Your modem cable must be installed before you can send and receive faxes. You cannot be using your standard telephone modem to connect to the Internet while sending and receiving faxes. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 128: Setting Up Your Cover Page

    Some fax machines cannot use special characters such as hyphens. We suggest using spaces instead of hyphens in telephone and fax numbers. www.gateway.com , then click All Programs PhoneTools User...
  • Page 129 The picture must be saved in a supported format (.BMP, .DGR, .GIF, .JPG, .PCX, .T31, or .TIF) and be small enough to fit in the logo box. Click www.gateway.com Setting up your cover page . The Logo Management dialog box opens. Clear...

  • Page 130: Sending A Fax

    Chapter 8: Sending and Receiving Faxes Sending a fax To send a fax: If PhoneTools is not open, click PhoneTools Click Send Fax Start All Programs . The Send Fax Wizard opens. www.gateway.com , then click PhoneTools...
  • Page 131 . PhoneTools dials the fax number and sends your fax. Send Important If for any reason you receive a failed transmission message, click Send, then click Outbox. Right-click the fax that was not sent to modify it. www.gateway.com area. Message Text list, then click the cover page Template Open .

  • Page 132: Faxing From Programs

    The fax viewer opens, where you can view and print the fax. Name , then click . The Send Fax Wizard opens. Start , then double-click the fax you want to view. Fax Inbox www.gateway.com then click File, Print list, click the printer CAPTURE , then click...

  • Page 133: Managing Power

    This chapter shows you how to: Check and recharge the battery Recalibrate the battery Change batteries Extend the life of the battery by conserving battery power and using alternate power sources Change power-saving settings www.gateway.com...

  • Page 134: Monitoring The Battery Charge

    If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons to view the power status box, which opens in the TATUS www.gateway.com or battery icon in the taskbar. button.

  • Page 135: Recharging The Battery

    AC power. While the battery is recharging, the battery indicator turns amber and the battery icon in the taskbar has a lightning bolt Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. www.gateway.com Recharging the battery...

  • Page 136: Recalibrating The Battery

    AC adapter and fully recharge your battery. Recharging may take several hours. After the battery finishes recharging, the battery meter displays the accurate battery charge. If the battery meter does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Technical Support. menu. Power...

  • Page 137: Changing Batteries

    AC outlet, you must turn it off while changing the batteries. Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the Gateway 200 Li-Ion battery. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled.
  • Page 138 Slide a recharged battery into the bay. Make sure the battery is fully inserted into the bay. Slide the locking battery latch to the locked position. Turn the notebook over. Dock the notebook if you are using the docking station. Open the LCD panel and press the power button. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 139: Extending Battery Life

    Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. To find AC power outlets in airports, look for them next to support pillars, in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of telephones. www.gateway.com Extending battery life...

  • Page 140: Changing Power Modes

    In Windows 2000, click Start, then click Shut Down. Click the arrow button to open the What do you want your computer to do list, then click Hibernate. Click OK. Exit Standby or Press the power button. Hibernate mode www.gateway.com...

  • Page 141: Changing Power Settings

    If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance - OR - In Windows 2000, click Control Panel window opens. , then click Start Control Panel , then click Start Settings www.gateway.com Changing power settings . The Control Panel . The Control Panel...
  • Page 142 During idle times, Windows XP may perform system maintenance. If you set the System standby option to a time longer than 20 minutes, Standby mode may be delayed for up to several hours. www.gateway.com list, then click the Save As...

  • Page 143: Changing Alarm Options

    Click the Alarms Adjust the alarm settings. Click , then click Start Control Panel , then click Start Settings icon. The Power Options Properties Power Options tab. www.gateway.com Changing power settings . The Control Panel . The Control Panel...

  • Page 144: Changing Advanced Settings

    Click , then click Start Start Settings Power Options tab. Advanced Power buttons www.gateway.com . The Control Panel Control Panel , then click . The Control Panel icon. The Power Options Properties list, then click the power...

  • Page 145: Activating And Using Hibernate Mode

    Shut Down Windows dialog box. , then click Start Control Panel , then click Start Settings icon. The Power Options Properties Power Options tab. check box, then click www.gateway.com Changing power settings . The Control Panel . The Control Panel . Hibernate mode Apply...

  • Page 146: Changing Speedstep Settings

    What do you want your computer to do . Click Hibernate menu. Power , then change the value by pressing the F5 or F6 Power Savings www.gateway.com tab. Click the arrow button to tab. Hibernate Advanced lists. . Press and Turn Off Computer .
  • Page 147 Start Settings opens. Double-click the Power Options box opens. Click the Intel SpeedStep technology Exit Saving Changes NTER . The Control Panel window Control Panel icon. The Power Options Properties dialog tab. www.gateway.com Changing power settings and press E NTER...
  • Page 148 To remove the SpeedStep icon from the taskbar, click the tab, click the Click Maximum Performance Battery Optimized Performance Disable Intel SpeedStep technology control Apply Remove icon from taskbar www.gateway.com list, then Running on batteries Plugged Advanced check box, Advanced check box, then click...

  • Page 149: Travel Tips

    Using your radio frequency wireless connections Transferring files Protecting your notebook from loss and theft Managing your notebook’s power efficiently Tips & Tricks To access the contents of this guide while you are traveling, download an electronic copy from www.gateway.com/support/manlib/. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 150: Modem

    IEEE 802.11b (also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi) and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices which use wireless to communicate. For instructions on how to turn off your wireless device, see “Networking Your Notebook” on page 173. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 151: Files

    The password feature is very secure, with no easy way to recover a forgotten password. If you forget your password, you must return your notebook to Gateway for service. Call Gateway Technical Support for instructions. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 152: Power

    , then press E Set User Password and press E Password on boot , then press E Enabled NTER . When you start your computer, you are www.gateway.com , then Set Supervisor Password and follow the NTER NTER menu, then select Exit...

  • Page 153: Customizing Your Notebook

    Customizing Your Notebook This chapter provides information about customizing your computer by changing settings in Windows. You can: Change screen and display settings Change the background and screen saver Adjust the touchpad settings Add, modify, and switch user accounts www.gateway.com...

  • Page 154: Adjusting The Screen And Desktop Settings

    32-bit True Color, if necessary. Help and Support For more information about adjusting the color depth in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 155 , then click Start Control Panel , then click Start Settings icon. The Display Properties dialog box Display Color quality , then click www.gateway.com . The Control Panel . The Control Panel list, then click Colors , then click again.

  • Page 156: Adjusting The Screen Resolution

    For more information about adjusting the resolution in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. , then click Start Control Panel , then click Start Settings icon. The Display Properties dialog box Display www.gateway.com . The Control Panel . The Control Panel...
  • Page 157 Drag the Screen resolution To save your changes in Windows XP, click - OR - To save your changes in Windows 2000, click www.gateway.com Adjusting the screen and desktop settings slider to the size you prefer. Screen area , then click , then click again.

  • Page 158: Applying A Color Scheme

    For more information about applying a color scheme in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. , then click . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel icon, then click the Display Color Scheme www.gateway.com Appearance and Themes tab. Appearance list, click the color...
  • Page 159 The new scheme appears on your desktop. Adjusting the screen and desktop settings The Control Panel window Control Panel. icon. The Display Properties window opens. tab. list, click the scheme you want, then click list, then click the item Item www.gateway.com...

  • Page 160: Changing The Desktop Background

    For more information about changing the desktop background in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. , then click . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel icon, then click the Display www.gateway.com Appearance and Themes tab. Desktop...
  • Page 161 To change the desktop background in Windows 2000: Click , then click Start Settings opens. Double-click the Display Adjusting the screen and desktop settings list, then click Position The Control Panel window Control Panel. icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens. www.gateway.com Browse Stretch Tile...
  • Page 162 Step 5, you can change the solid color behind the picture by clicking list, then clicking Click tab. Background Select a background picture or HTML document list. Picture Display Pattern www.gateway.com Browse list, then click Tile , clicking a pattern on the Pattern...

  • Page 163: Selecting A Screen Saver

    Control Panel window opens. Click/Double-click the opens. Adjusting the screen and desktop settings , then click Start Control Panel , then click Start Settings icon. The Display Properties dialog box Display www.gateway.com . The Control Panel . The Control Panel...
  • Page 164 Click tab. Screen Saver Screen Saver button is not available, you cannot customize the Settings Wait www.gateway.com list, then click the screen , then make your Settings On resume, display Welcome box.

  • Page 165: Changing The Touchpad Settings

    If your Control Panel is in Category View, click and Other Hardware - OR - In Windows 2000, click Control Panel window opens. , then click Start Control Panel , then click Start Settings www.gateway.com Changing the touchpad settings . The Control Panel Printers . The Control Panel...
  • Page 166 Chapter 11: Customizing Your Notebook Click/Double-click the Click one of the tabs to change your touchpad settings. Click icon. The Mouse Properties dialog box opens. Mouse to save changes. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 167: Adding And Modifying User Accounts

    To add, delete, or modify user accounts in Windows XP: Click Start Control Panel Accounts window opens. Follow the on-screen instructions to add, delete, or modify a user account. Adding and modifying user accounts , then click/double-click User Accounts www.gateway.com . The User...
  • Page 168 Click the user account that you want to use. When you switch between users, any programs that were running for the previous user continue to run. , then click . The Log Off Windows dialog box opens. Log Off . The Windows Welcome screen opens. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 169: Upgrading Your Notebook

    Upgrading Your Notebook This chapter provides information about adding hardware devices to your notebook, including: PC Cards Drives Memory www.gateway.com...

  • Page 170: Adding Pc Cards

    Push the card firmly into the PC Card slot label-side up until the outer edge of the card is flush with the side of the notebook. For more information about adding PC Cards in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 171 Release the eject button by pressing the PC Card eject button once. Eject the PC Card by pressing the eject button again. icon in the taskbar, then select the Stop button. www.gateway.com Adding PC Cards...

  • Page 172: Changing Drives

    Detach the notebook from the docking station. For instructions, see “Separating from the docking station” on page 31. The diskette drive can only be used in the right-side (3.5-inch) modular bay. All other drives can only be used in left-side (5.25-inch) modular bay. 3.5-inch bay module www.gateway.com...
  • Page 173 Slide the bay module out. Firmly push the new bay module straight into the bay until the latch clicks into place. Place notebook back on the docking station. Turn the notebook on. www.gateway.com Changing drives...

  • Page 174: Preventing Static Electricity Discharge

    To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the notebook. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 175: Installing Memory

    Installing memory Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The modules are available in various capacities. Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway 200 for upgrading your memory. To add or replace memory modules: Follow the instructions under “Preventing static electricity discharge”...
  • Page 176 Chapter 12: Upgrading Your Notebook Remove the memory bay cover screw, then remove the memory bay cover. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 177 Installing memory If you are removing a module, gently press outward on both clips at either end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Pull the memory module out of the slot. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 178 Gently push the module down until it clicks in place. Replace the memory bay cover and cover screw, insert the battery, connect the power adapter and modem and network cables, and turn on your notebook. Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway 200. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 179: Networking Your Notebook

    Internet connection among the connected computers. This chapter contains information about: Benefits of using a network in your home, small office, or home office Types of network connections Using a wireless network Purchasing additional network equipment www.gateway.com...

  • Page 180: The Benefits Of Using A Network

    Most ISPs allow multiple users at the same time. If you use America Online as your ISP, you can log onto America Online through one of your screen names and the other computers can access the Internet using an Internet browser. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 181: Streaming Audio And Video Files

    With a home network, you can play multi-player games. Load a game like Microsoft Midtown Madness 2 on your computers, and in minutes, you and your friends can race in competing cars through the streets of San Francisco. The benefits of using a network www.gateway.com...

  • Page 182: Example Network

    A network connects all your computers and other devices so that you can share files, programs, peripheral devices, and much more from any computer in your home or office. The picture below shows an example of a home network. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 183: Selecting A Network Connection

    Selecting a network connection One of the biggest decisions you will need to make when creating your network is what type of connection you will use. Gateway supports both wired and wireless connections. Wired connections HPNA (Home Phoneline Networking Alliance) and Ethernet are two popular types of wired networks.

  • Page 184: Wireless Connections

    “Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information” on page 285 for general wireless regulatory and safety guidelines. To find out if your notebook has an internal wireless device, check the label (see “Identifying your model” on page 10). www.gateway.com...

  • Page 185: Assessing Your Connection Needs

    You have a combination of Windows-based computers and non-Windows-based computers that are used for drive sharing, printing to a single printer, or surfing the Internet Your computer has an Ethernet jack for connecting to the network Selecting a network connection www.gateway.com...

  • Page 186: Comparing Data Transfer Speed

    Type of Program Speed Required Voice over IP (VoIP) 5-20 Kbps Multiplayer Game 20-80 Kbps Dial-up Internet 24-56 Kbps MP3 Audio Streaming 80-200 Kbps Printer Sharing 80-200 Kbps Broadband Internet 100-1000 Kbps File Sharing 300-40000 Kbps MPEG Video Streaming 4000-8000 Kbps www.gateway.com...
  • Page 187 Compare the Gateway-supported network types and the maximum speed of each. Connection HPNA 2.0 Ethernet Wireless Ethernet (IEEE 802.11b or WiFi) Fast Ethernet When comparing the speed at which your network will need to run to the speed you can get from the connection type, you should consider which programs may run at the same time on your network.

  • Page 188: Using A Wireless Network

    “Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information” on page 285 for general wireless regulatory and safety guidelines. To find out if your system has an internal wireless device, check the label (see “Identifying your model” on page 10). www.gateway.com...

  • Page 189: Using Wireless Ethernet In Windows Xp

    If your network situation differs from that used in this example, you may encounter additional screens or screens with different selections. Make sure you read each screen in the wizard and make your selections based on your particular network situation. www.gateway.com Using a wireless network...
  • Page 190 Click on the Network Setup Wizard icon The Network Setup Wizard window opens. -OR- Click Start Setup Wizard Click Next All Programs Accessories Communications . The Network Setup Wizard window opens. to continue through the wizard. www.gateway.com on the Windows XP taskbar. , then click Network...
  • Page 191 Click . The wizard found disconnected network hardware screen opens. Next Click to select the Ignore disconnected network hardware click . The Select a connection method screen opens. Next www.gateway.com Using a wireless network check box, then...
  • Page 192 Click the method that the notebook uses to access the Internet, then click . The Your computer has multiple connections screen opens. Next -OR- Click , then click for a list of additional methods. Make a Other Next selection, then click . The Your computer has multiple connections screen Next opens. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 193 Click to select the check box for your wireless network connection, then click . The Give this computer a description and name screen opens. Next Type a description of the computer in the www.gateway.com Using a wireless network , then click . The Next box.
  • Page 194 Click Next box, then click Next box. This name is usually assigned by the network system . The Ready to apply network settings screen opens. www.gateway.com . The Name your network screen...
  • Page 195 Control Panel is in Category View, click . The Network and Internet Connections window opens. Connections Click/Double-click opens. . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel . The Network Connections window Network Connections www.gateway.com Using a wireless network Network and Internet...
  • Page 196 Chapter 13: Networking Your Notebook Right-click Network Connection Properties dialog box opens. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box opens. , then click Wireless Network Connection , then click www.gateway.com . The Wireless Properties . The Internet Protocol Properties...
  • Page 197 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box. Click to close the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box. Click to close the Network Connections window. www.gateway.com Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address box and Subnet mask in the IP address...
  • Page 198 Control Panel is in Category View, click Connections Click/Double-click opens. , then click . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel . The Network and Internet Connections window opens. Network Connections www.gateway.com Network and Internet . The Network Connections window...
  • Page 199 Right-click Wireless Network Connection . The Connect to Wireless Network dialog box opens. Networks Click . The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box Advanced opens. www.gateway.com Using a wireless network , then click View Available Wireless...
  • Page 200 Chapter 13: Networking Your Notebook Click the tab. Wireless Networks www.gateway.com...
  • Page 201 Click the up or down arrow button to select list. (advanced) Make sure that the Network Authentication (Shared mode) selected. www.gateway.com Using a wireless network Network name (SSID) check box. box. This key must be the last Network key list, then click...
  • Page 202 Click Properties This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network to close the Wireless Network Properties dialog box. tab. General Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) . The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box opens. www.gateway.com check in the This connection uses the...
  • Page 203 Click to close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box. Click to close the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box. www.gateway.com Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address box and Subnet mask in the IP address...
  • Page 204 Control Panel is in Category View, click Connections Click/Double-click opens. , then click . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel . The Network and Internet Connections window opens. Network Connections www.gateway.com Network and Internet . The Network Connections window...
  • Page 205 Right-click Wireless Network Connection . The Connect to Wireless Network dialog box opens. Networks Click . The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box Advanced opens. www.gateway.com Using a wireless network , then click View Available Wireless...
  • Page 206 Chapter 13: Networking Your Notebook Click the tab. Wireless Networks www.gateway.com...
  • Page 207 Type the network key in the Click the arrow button to open the format you have agreed to. Click the arrow button to open the length you have agreed to. www.gateway.com Using a wireless network box. For a peer-to-peer Network (SSID) check box.
  • Page 208 Click Properties Key index (advanced) to close the Wireless Network Properties dialog box. tab. General Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) . The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box opens. www.gateway.com list. in the This connection uses the...
  • Page 209 Click the tab. General Click Use the following IP address www.gateway.com Using a wireless network...
  • Page 210 , then click . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel . The Network and Internet Connections window opens. Network Connections www.gateway.com box and a Subnet Mask value Example IP address and subnet mask for wireless computer 2 Network and Internet...
  • Page 211 Right-click Wireless Network Connection . The Connect to Wireless Network dialog box opens. Networks Click the network you want to connect to, then click www.gateway.com Using a wireless network , then click View Available Wireless Connect...
  • Page 212 Disable , then click . The Control Panel window opens. If Control Panel . The Network and Internet Connections window opens. Network Connections www.gateway.com Network and Internet . The Network Connections window , then click to turn on Enable Network and Internet...
  • Page 213 Important Signal strength is affected by the distance between your wireless network devices, by radio interference, and by interference from natural obstructions such as walls, floors, and doors. www.gateway.com Using a wireless network , then click . The Wireless Status...

  • Page 214: Using Wireless Ethernet In Windows 2000

    To see if the ORiNOCO Client Manager is installed: Click Start in the submenu, you will need to install it. To install the ORiNOCO Client Manager: Complete the instructions in “Restoring Software” on page 249. , then click Programs ORiNOCO www.gateway.com . If Client Manager is not listed...
  • Page 215 To configure the ORiNOCO Client Manager: Click Start Programs Client Manager window opens. Click , then click Actions Configuration Profile dialog box opens. , then click ORiNOCO Client Manager Add/Edit Configuration Profile www.gateway.com Using a wireless network . The ORiNOCO . The Add/Edit...
  • Page 216 The Edit Configuration wizard opens to Home www.gateway.com Profile Name and the other one Work box.
  • Page 217 Contact your network system administrator or refer to the access point documentation for more information about using this network type. Residential Gateway - Use this network type if you are setting up or joining a wireless network that is using a residential gateway to access the Internet.
  • Page 218 Peer-to-Peer Group - Use this network type if you are setting up or joining a temporary or permanent computer-to-computer network for sharing files and peripheral devices. This type of network does not include an access point into a wired network. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 219 Next Type the name of the network in the For an access point or residential gateway network, we recommend using the name of the access point device followed by the SSID name found on the back of the access point, for example, RG1000 1ff60a.
  • Page 220 Type the network key in the For an access point or residential gateway, this key must be the last five digits of the network name, for example, ff60a. For a peer-to-peer network, this key must be the same key that has been agreed upon by the other members of the network.
  • Page 221 Click . The Power Management screen opens. Next Click to select the type of power management you want to use. Click . The TCP/IP Behavior screen opens. Next www.gateway.com Using a wireless network...
  • Page 222 Type a unique computer name in the identifies this notebook on the network. to close the Edit Configuration wizard. , then click Settings Control Panel icon. The Network dialog box opens. Network tab. Identification www.gateway.com . The Control Panel window box. This name Computer name...
  • Page 223 To configure Windows to use the wireless Ethernet network: Click Start Settings opens. Double-click the Computer Description , then click . The Control Panel window Control Panel icon. The Network dialog box opens. Network www.gateway.com Using a wireless network box. This...
  • Page 224 Subnet mask in the IP address If you are required to type an IP Address and Subnet Mask, ask your network system administrator for the correct values. www.gateway.com in the The following network Obtain an IP address automatically , then type...
  • Page 225 Right-click the ORiNOCO Client Manager icon Click Enable Radio off wireless Ethernet. , then click the profile for the network you want to turn on wireless Ethernet or www.gateway.com Using a wireless network on the taskbar. on the taskbar. to turn Disable Radio...
  • Page 226 Important , then click Programs ORiNOCO Signal strength is affected by the distance between your wireless network devices, by radio interference, and by interference due to natural obstructions such as walls, floors, and doors. www.gateway.com . The ORiNOCO Client Manager...

  • Page 227: Purchasing Additional Network Equipment

    Modem cable going from each computer to the closest telephone jack Important All HPNA components should be HPNA 2.0. A mixture of HPNA 1.0 and HPNA 2.0 components will result in your network running at a slower speed. Purchasing additional network equipment HPNA card USB HPNA adapter www.gateway.com...

  • Page 228: Ethernet

    Ethernet cable going from each computer to the hub or switch Important Ethernet card and hub All Ethernet components should be either standard Ethernet (10 Mbps) or Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps). A mixture of Ethernet and Fast Ethernet components will result in your network running at the slower speed. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 229: Wireless Ethernet

    For more information For more information about networking your home or office, discuss your particular needs with your Gateway store representative. In addition, several books and Internet sites are dedicated to networking. Refer to these sources for more information about networking your home or office with HPNA, Ethernet, or Wireless Ethernet.
  • Page 230 Chapter 13: Networking Your Notebook www.gateway.com...

  • Page 231: Moving From Your Old Computer

    The wizard also moves specific files or entire folders, such as My Documents, My Pictures, and Favorites. To open the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard: Click Start All Programs Settings Transfer Wizard , then click Accessories System Tools www.gateway.com Files and...

  • Page 232: Transferring Files

    DVD/CD-RW drive” on page 90 and “Moving From Your Old Computer” on page 225. , then click Start My Documents My Computer drive icon. folder. The My Documents window opens My Documents www.gateway.com . The My Documents icon on the desktop. Go...
  • Page 233 Use Windows Search to locate data files by file name or file type. For help on finding files, click Topics All Files or Folders For Files or Folders , then click Help Help and Support Center www.gateway.com . The Help...

  • Page 234: Transferring Internet Settings

    Microsoft Internet Explorer favorites. For more information, refer to your Internet browser program’s online help. You can use different methods to transfer your Internet account from your old computer to your new one. All Programs Accessories . The New Connection Wizard window opens. www.gateway.com , then click Communications...

  • Page 235: Reinstalling Your Old Printer Or Scanner

    CDs or diskettes. , then click Start Control Panel , then click Start Settings Printers and Faxes . The Add Printer Wizard window opens. www.gateway.com . The Control Panel Printers . The Control Panel icon, then click Printers...

  • Page 236: Reinstalling Your Old Programs

    If your new computer comes with a newer version of a program, it is usually best to use the newer version than to reinstall the old one. www.gateway.com Start Programs...

  • Page 237: Maintaining Your Notebook

    As a general rule, your computer is safest at temperatures that are comfortable for you. Keep all liquids away from your computer. When spilled onto computer components, almost any liquid can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 238 Back up files Recalibrate the battery Clean computer case Clean keyboard Clean screen Clean mouse Immediately Monthly When needed after purchase www.gateway.com See... page 233 page 235 page 238 page 239 page 240 page 242 page 244 page 130 page 246...

  • Page 239: Creating An Emergency Startup Diskette

    3½ Floppy (A:) dialog box opens. Click Create an MS-DOS startup disk Creating an emergency startup diskette . The My Computer window opens. My Computer , then click . The Format 3½ Floppy (A:) Format , then click Start www.gateway.com...
  • Page 240 To prevent the diskette from being erased or infected by viruses, you should write-protect it by sliding the write-protect tab up. Not write- protected Store your emergency startup diskette in a safe place with your other backup software media. . Windows copies files to Write- protected www.gateway.com...

  • Page 241: Protecting Your Computer From Viruses

    Help and For more information about protecting your computer from Support viruses in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Protecting your computer from viruses ® AntiVirus program to check files and programs that www.gateway.com...
  • Page 242 Norton AntiVirus opens. Scan for viruses Click Scan for Viruses Click the type of scan you want to make in the Scan area, then under , click Actions All Programs Norton AntiVirus Scan Scan www.gateway.com , then click Norton AntiVirus 2002...
  • Page 243 . The LiveUpdate wizard opens. AntiVirus Follow the on-screen instructions to update your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files. When the program has finished, click Protecting your computer from viruses , then click Norton AntiVirus Finish www.gateway.com LiveUpdate - Norton...

  • Page 244: Managing Hard Drive Space

    Right-click the drive that you want to check for available file space, then click Properties For more information about checking hard drive space in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. , then click Start My Computer My Computer . Drive space information appears. www.gateway.com icon.

  • Page 245: Using Disk Cleanup

    Local Disk (C:), then click the General tab. Click Disk Cleanup , then click Start My Computer My Computer . The Properties dialog box opens at Properties . The Disk Cleanup dialog box opens. www.gateway.com Managing hard drive space icon.

  • Page 246: Checking The Hard Drive For Errors

    Error-checking once a week. If you use your computer less frequently, once a month may be adequate. Also use Error-checking if you encounter hard drive problems. Help and Support For more information about checking the hard drive for errors in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 247 After Windows has finished checking the drive for errors, it provides a summary of the problems that it found. Click , then click Start My Computer icon. My Computer . The Properties dialog box opens. Properties . For help, press Start www.gateway.com Managing hard drive space . Windows...

  • Page 248: Defragmenting The Hard Drive

    Also, if you are connected to a network, log off before starting Disk Defragmenter. Network communication may stop the defragmentation process and cause it to start over. Help and Support For more information about defragmenting your hard drive in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 249 Disk Defragmenter shows its progress on the screen. When finished, Disk Defragmenter asks if you want to quit the program. Click Close , then click Start My Computer icon. My Computer . The Properties dialog box opens. www.gateway.com Managing hard drive space Start...

  • Page 250: Backing Up Files

    “Creating CDs using your CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW drive” on page 90). If you do not have a high-capacity backup device and you want to purchase one, you can contact Gateway’s Add-on Sales department or visit our Web site at www.gateway.com.

  • Page 251: Using The Scheduled Task Wizard

    , then click the task you want to schedule and follow the Next on-screen instructions to customize the task. Your computer must be on during scheduled Important tasks Accessories System Tools . The Scheduled Tasks Wizard window www.gateway.com Managing hard drive space , then click Scheduled...

  • Page 252: Cleaning Your Computer

    Do not attempt to clean dust from the inside the computer. When you shut down your computer, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through the computer. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 253: Cleaning The Keyboard

    For a video demonstration on cleaning the mouse in Support Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. To clean your mouse: Turn the mouse upside down. Rotate the retaining ring on the bottom of the mouse counter-clockwise. www.gateway.com Cleaning your computer...
  • Page 254 Remove the retaining ring and mouse ball. Remove any dust, lint, or dirt from the mouse ball with a soft cloth. Clean the mouse rollers with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol. Replace the mouse ball and lock the retaining ring into place. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 255: Restoring Software

    Restoring Software Using the Restoration CDs Use the Gateway Restoration CDs to reinstall device drivers, your operating system, and other programs that were preinstalled at the factory. Important Before you try to fix a problem by reinstalling software from your Gateway Restoration CDs, make sure that you have...

  • Page 256: Reinstalling Device Drivers

    DVD, and combination DVD/CD-RW drives, and modems. Drivers translate information between computer devices and programs. Drivers for your original computer hardware are installed at Gateway. If you install a new device, you need to install the drivers provided by the device manufacturer.
  • Page 257 However, if a setup wizard opens when you restart your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. . The Run dialog box opens. tab. , then select a single device driver to reinstall. , then select multiple device drivers to reinstall. www.gateway.com Reinstalling device drivers Find...

  • Page 258: Updating Device Drivers

    If your system came equipped with a wireless device, only use the drivers approved for the country the device will be used in. See the red Drivers CD or the Gateway Technical Support Web site (www.gateway.com/support). If your system came equipped with an internal embedded wireless device, see “Safety, Regulatory, and Legal...
  • Page 259 Depending on the device driver you are updating, you may only need to restart your computer to complete the installation. However, if a setup wizard opens when you restart your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. . The Run dialog box opens. www.gateway.com Updating device drivers...

  • Page 260: Reinstalling Programs

    For more information about swapping modules, see “Changing drives” on page 166. , then click . The Run dialog box opens. text box, type d:\runmenu.exe (where d is the drive letter Reinstall Drivers and Applications www.gateway.com tab.
  • Page 261 DVD/CD-RW drive on your docking station. Complete the program reinstallation by following the instructions included with the program CD. , then select a single program to reinstall. , then select multiple programs to reinstall. Manual Installation and follow the on-screen www.gateway.com Reinstalling programs Start Control...

  • Page 262: Reinstalling Windows

    CDs that came with your computer. For more information, see “To reinstall Works Suite (including Word), games, or other programs from a CD:” on page 255. Help and Support For more information about reinstalling Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 263 When prompted, accept the License Agreement by clicking then click agreement, When prompted, insert the red Drivers CD(s), then click When prompted, insert the yellow Applications CD(s), then click to continue. Next www.gateway.com Reinstalling Windows I accept the Continue Continue...
  • Page 264 The computer restarts several times during this process. Do not press any keys or buttons during this process unless prompted to do so. When the Gateway Application Loader has finished, go to the Windows desktop by clicking Install additional programs by following the instructions in “To reinstall programs from the Applications CD:”...

  • Page 265: Troubleshooting

    If the suggestions in this chapter do not correct the problem, see “Getting Help” on page 47 for more information about how to get help. Help and For more information about troubleshooting your notebook Support in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 266: Safety Guidelines

    AC power adapter are connected. Make sure you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 168. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 267: First Steps

    Make sure that your hard drive is not full. If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. The message may help Gateway Technical Support in diagnosing and fixing the problem. If you added or removed modules or peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you performed and make sure you followed each instruction.

  • Page 268: Software Support Tools

    PC Doctor provides 85 professional diagnostic tests directly from your computer. This support tool is available from HelpSpot or by clicking then clicking Gateway Utilities Help and Support For more information on using PC Doctor in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.

  • Page 269: Troubleshooting

    Your computer may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. Reinstall the audio device drivers. For more information, see “Reinstalling device drivers” on page 250. is not selected. For more information, see “Adjusting www.gateway.com Troubleshooting...
  • Page 270 The regional code for the disc is on the disc, disc documentation, or packaging. To clean a CD or DVD: Wipe from the center to the edge, not around in a circle, using a product made especially for the purpose. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 271: Device Installation

    , then click Settings Control Panel icon, click the System . The Device Manager window opens. , then double-click Resources by type www.gateway.com Troubleshooting Performance and tab, then click Hardware Interrupt request (IRQ) . The Control Panel tab, then click...

  • Page 272: Diskette Drive

    You receive a “Non-system disk” or “Disk error” error message Eject the diskette from the diskette drive on your docking station, then press E NTER Make sure the diskette you are using is IBM-compatible. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 273: Display

    LCD screens. Gateway’s inspection standards keep these to a minimum. If you feel these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on your display, contact Gateway Technical Support to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of pixels affected.

  • Page 274: Hard Drive

    Make sure the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. See “Left side” on page 3 to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. All deleted files will be lost when you empty the Recycle Bin. www.gateway.com icon and clicking Recycle Bin...
  • Page 275 People are sending you e-mail messages, but you have not received any mail Click the receive button in your e-mail program. Make sure your account with your Internet Service Provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Contact your ISP technical support for help. www.gateway.com Troubleshooting...

  • Page 276: Keyboard

    Your modem does not dial or does not connect Make sure the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. See “Left side” on page 3 to make sure that the connections have been made correctly. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 277 The faster the modem, the less line noise it can tolerate and still work correctly. www.gateway.com , then click . The Control Panel...
  • Page 278 48K. Your ISP may not support 48K uploads. You can check modem connection speeds and dial-up network (DUN) connections by accessing the gateway.your.way dial-up server. The server also contains drivers, patches, and updates for current Gateway hardware and software.
  • Page 279 - OR - In Windows 2000, click Control Panel window opens. Click/Double-click the tab. Modems www.gateway.com , then follow the on-screen instructions. icon (located next to the clock on your Taskbar). , then click Start Control Panel , then click...
  • Page 280 Contact Gateway Technical Support. The modem is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to connect to another modem, it begins handshaking.

  • Page 281: Mouse

    The password feature (which is set in the BIOS Setup utility) is very secure, with no easy way to recover a forgotten password. You must return your computer for repair. Call Gateway Technical Support for instructions. PC Cards You installed a PC Card and now your computer is having problems Make sure you have correctly installed required software for the PC Card.

  • Page 282: Power

    Press the button to put the printer online. Check the connector and cable for bent or broken pins. If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer, make sure you have selected it in the printer setup. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 283 Right-click the name of the printer you want to use. If the menu shows a check mark next to to clear the check mark. www.gateway.com . The Control Panel window opens. Control Panel icon. The Printers and Faxes...

  • Page 284: Sound

    The touchpad does not work Attaching a PS/2 mouse to your docking station will deactivate the touchpad. , then click Start Settings Printers Use Printer Offline is not selected. For more information, see “Adjusting Mute www.gateway.com , click Use Printer Offline...

  • Page 285: Video

    Troubleshooting Video The external monitor is not working Make sure you have pressed F +LCD/CRT to activate the external monitor option. Make sure that the monitor is turned on and that the video cable is correctly connected. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 286: Telephone Support

    If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you have installed it according to the instructions provided with it. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, refer to the manufacturer’s documentation and technical support resources.

  • Page 287: Telephone Numbers

    Get tutorial assistance for software issues billed fee-based by the minute. software tutorial service Gateway Talk to a Gateway Technical Support Technical representative about a non-tutorial technical Support support question. (Refer to “Before calling Gateway Technical Support” on page 280 before calling.)

  • Page 288: Tutoring And Training

    This user's guide The software publisher's Web site Tutoring For help on using hardware or software that came with your Gateway computer, contact Gateway's fee-based tutorial hotline: 800-229-1103 (rate charged per minute; charged to a major credit card) 900-555-4695 (rate charged per minute; charged to your telephone bill)

  • Page 289: Training

    Online Training More than 450 online courses are available from from Learn@Gateway. All you have to do is go online Learn@Gateway and log in. You select the subject matter and the learning format (self-paced tutorials or virtual classrooms), all from the comfort of your computer.
  • Page 290 Chapter 17: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com...

  • Page 291: A Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information

    Legal Information Important safety information Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed.
  • Page 292 The system does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed. The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. The system performance changes. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway. Important Caution Do not use Gateway products in areas classified as hazardous locations.

  • Page 293: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    Gateway believes these devices are safe for use. Regardless of the power levels, care should be taken to minimize human contact during normal operation.
  • Page 294 Wireless devices are not user serviceable. Do not modify them in any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it. Please contact Gateway for service. Only use drivers approved for the country in which the device will be used.

  • Page 295: United States Of America

    Wireless devices are not user serviceable. Do not modify them in any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it. Contact Gateway for service. Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 296 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 297 Refer to your fax communication software documentation for details on how to comply with the fax-branding requirement. Regulatory compliance statements www.gateway.com...
  • Page 298 Wireless devices are not user serviceable. Do not modify them in any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it. Contact Gateway for service. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 299 The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. Regulatory compliance statements www.gateway.com...
  • Page 300 RF exposure limits as set by SCT. Unintentional emitter At this time there are no mandatory requirements for Unintentional Emitters. However, this device does comply with multiple requirements for other countries and regions as listed on the system label and in the user’s manual. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 301: Laser Safety Statement

    Laser safety statement All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard.
  • Page 302 For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com. In no event will Gateway be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 303: Index

    Index AC adapter connecting connector damaged defective international adapters AC-3 digital audio jack access point accessories safety precautions accounts America Online user ad hoc networking airplane power adapter alarms America Online application key arrow keys AU file audio digital jack headphone jack microphone jack playing...
  • Page 304 using while traveling cable modem Caps Lock indicator capturing video cards adding PC Card inserting PC Card removing PC Card slot troubleshooting carrying case adding tracks to your library cleaning copying creating data CD creating music CD editing track information inserting playing music CD Player...
  • Page 305 Gateway Web site help HelpSpot online help documents creating opening printing saving double-clicking downloading dragging drivers reinstalling in Windows 2000...
  • Page 306 diskette DVD/CD-RW hard drive identifying drive types installing and replacing modular bay sharing status indicators troubleshooting types viewing contents viewing files and folders DSL modem activity indicator cleaning drive eject button identifying drive inserting manual eject hole playing replacing drive module troubleshooting using DVD/CD-RW...
  • Page 307 Gateway model number serial number Web address Web site gateway.your.way dial-up server hard drive backing up files checking for errors on checking for free space defragmenting indicator scanning for errors on scheduling tasks troubleshooting...
  • Page 308 Internet connection broadband troubleshooting Internet radio Internet service provider (ISP) connecting to disconnecting from setting up an account IRQ conflicts jacks audio Ethernet headphone microphone modem network S/PDIF speaker Kensington cable lock lock slot key combinations keyboard cleaning connecting port shortcuts troubleshooting keys...
  • Page 309 maximize button Media Player memory installing removing replacing troubleshooting menu bar messages checking e-mail sending e-mail MGI VideoWave IV microphone jack Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity MIDI file minimize button model number modem cable connecting international adapter jack protecting from power surge troubleshooting modular bay monitor (VGA) port...
  • Page 310 Ethernet games HPNA installing ORiNOCO Client Manager internal wireless label peer-to-peer networking residential gateway setting up wireless Ethernet sharing devices sharing drives sharing Internet connections sharing printers signal strength streaming audio streaming video turning off wireless Ethernet...
  • Page 311 ports digital camera Firewire i.Link IEEE 1394 keyboard monitor (VGA) mouse parallel printer PS/2 scanner serial Zip drive power AC adapter advanced settings alarms automobile/airplane adapter battery button changing modes changing settings connector conserving battery damaged cord EmPower adapter Hibernate mode indicator international adapter management...
  • Page 312 CD-RW drive diskette drive DVD drive DVD/CD-RW drive memory PC Card residential gateway resolution changing restoration CDs right-clicking Roxio Easy CD Creator S/PDIF jack safety general precautions guidelines for troubleshooting static electricity...
  • Page 313 Learn@Gateway Learning Libraries transferring files Internet settings travel tips troubleshooting audio CD-RW drive device installation diskette drive...
  • Page 314 Norton AntiVirus volume adjusting adjusting modem controls muting waking up your notebook WAV file Web browser Web page Web site connecting to Gateway window close button closing maximize button menu bar minimize button title bar Windows desktop installing Product Key Code...
  • Page 315 Windows 2000 configuring Windows XP connecting to creating network label peer-to-peer networking residential gateway setting up signal strength turning off turning on using while traveling World Wide Web (WWW) downloading files write-protection for diskettes...

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