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Gateway Desktops User Manual (198 pages)

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 13.88 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: Getting Help

9
Chapter 2: Getting Started

15
Chapter 3: Using Windows XP

31
- Using the Windows Desktop
  32
  - Using the Start Menu
    33
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    33
- Identifying Window Items
  34
- Working with Files and Folders
  35
  - Viewing Drives
    35
  - Creating Folders
    36
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    36
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    37
- Searching for Files and Folders
  38
  - Using the Windows Search Utility
    39
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    40
- Working with Documents
  41
  - Creating a New Document
    41
  - Saving a Document
    42
  - Opening a Document
    42
  - Printing a Document
    43
- Using Windows Shortcuts
  44
Chapter 4: Using the Internet

45
- Learning about the Internet
  46
- Setting up an Internet Account
  47
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    47
- Using the World Wide Web
  47
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    48
  - Downloading Files
    49
- Using E-Mail
  49
  - Sending E-Mail
    50
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    50
Chapter 5: Sending and Receiving Faxes

51
- Installing and Configuring Microsoft Fax
  52
  - Installing Fax
    52
  - Configuring Fax
    53
  - Setting up Your Cover Page Template
    55
- Sending a Fax
  56
  - Sending a Quick Fax
    56
  - Faxing from Programs
    57
  - Faxing a Scanned Document
    57
  - Automatically Retry Sending a Fax
    57
  - Canceling a Fax
    58
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  58
Chapter 6: Using Your Hardware

59
- Using the Diskette Drive
  60
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  61
  - Identifying Drive Types
    61
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    62
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  62
  - Memory Card Types
    63
  - Using a Memory Card
    63
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  64
- Connecting a Projector or Monitor
  64
- Connecting a Video Camera
  65
- Installing an Uninterruptible Power Supply
  66
Chapter 7: Using Your Software

67
- Adjusting the Volume
  68
- Playing Music and Movies
  70
  - Playing WAV Audio Files
    70
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    70
  - Playing Cds or Dvds
    71
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  74
- Creating and Editing Videos
  77
  - Editing Videos
    77
  - Transferring Your Video to Your Computer
    78
  - Editing Your Video
    79
  - Saving Your Video
    79
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  80
  - Creating a Music CD
    80
  - Creating a Video DVD
    84
- Creating and Copying Data Cds and Dvds
  88
  - Creating a Data CD or DVD
    88
  - Copying a CD or DVD
    90
- Using Advanced Multimedia Features
  92
  - Recording Audio
    92
Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer

93
Chapter 9: Networking Your Computer

105
- Introducing Networking
  106
  - Using a Router
    106
- Creating an Ethernet Network
  107
- Testing Your Network
  112
- Sharing Resources
  112
  - Sharing Drives and Printers
    112
- Using the Network
  114
  - Viewing Shared Drives and Folders
    114
  - Mapping a Network Drive
    115
  - Opening Files Across the Network
    115
  - Copying Files Across the Network
    115
  - Printing Files Across the Network
    116
- Adding a Printer to Your Network
  116
Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer

117
- Securing Your Computer
  118
  - Using the Kensington Lock Slot
    118
- Securing Your Data
  118
  - Using Startup and Hard Drive Passwords
    118
  - Using Windows User Accounts
    118
  - Setting Limits with User Accounts
    120
  - Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
    120
  - Using Windows XP Security Center
    122
  - Updating Windows XP
    124
Chapter 11: Recovering Your System

125
- Understanding System Recovery Options
  126
- Recovering Your System
  126
Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Computer

131
- Caring for Your Computer
  132
  - Cleaning Your Computer
    132
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  134
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    134
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    135
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    136
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    137
  - Backing up Files
    138
  - Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
    138
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  139
  - Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
    139
  - Transferring Files
    140
  - Transferring Internet Settings
    141
  - Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
    142
  - Installing Your Old Programs
    143
Chapter 13: Adding and Replacing Components

145
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  146
- Opening the Case
  146
  - Removing the Side Panel
    146
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    147
- Closing the Case
  148
  - Replacing the Front Bezel
    148
  - Replacing the Side Panel
    148
- Installing Memory
  149
- Replacing the System Battery
  150
- Replacing a CD, DVD, or Diskette Drive, or a Memory Card Reader
  151
- Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
  153
- Replacing the Front Fan
  155
- Replacing the Rear Fan
  156
- Replacing the Power Supply
  157
- Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor
  158
- Replacing the I/O Board
  160
- Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
  161
- Replacing the System Board
  162
Chapter 14: Troubleshooting

167
- Safety Guidelines
  168
- First Steps
  168
- Solving Problems
  169
  - Add-In Cards
    169
  - Audio
    169
  - Battery
    169
  - CD Drives
    169
  - Diskette Drive
    170
  - DVD Drives
    171
  - Ethernet
    171
  - File Management
    172
  - Hard Drive
    172
  - Internet
    173
  - Keyboard
    174
  - Memory
    174
  - Memory Card Reader
    174
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    175
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    175
  - Monitor
    177
  - Mouse
    178
  - Networks
    178
  - Passwords
    179
  - Power
    179
  - Printer
    180
  - Sound
    181
- Telephone Support
  181
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    181
  - Telephone Numbers
    182
  - Self-Help
    182
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

183
- Important Safety Information
  184
- Setting up Your System
  184
- Care During Use
  184
- Replacement Parts and Accessories
  184
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  185
- United States of America
  185
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  185
- Laser Safety Statement
  186
- Environmental Information
  187
- Macrovision Statement
  187
Index

189

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Gateway Desktops User Manual (198 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Help

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Chapter 3: Using Windows XP

Chapter 4: Using the Internet

Chapter 5: Sending and Receiving Faxes

Chapter 6: Using Your Hardware

Chapter 7: Using Your Software

Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer

Chapter 9: Networking Your Computer

Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer

Chapter 11: Recovering Your System

Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Computer

Chapter 13: Adding and Replacing Components

Chapter 14: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Index

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