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Gateway DX4800 Reference Manual (122 pages)
Gateway DX4200: Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 5.85 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
7
About this Guide
8
Accessing the Online User Guide
8
Gateway Contact Information
8
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
9
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer
11
Front
12
Back
14
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
17
Working Safely and Comfortably
18
Reducing Eye Strain
19
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
19
Sitting at Your Computer
20
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
20
Preparing Power Connections
20
Protecting from Power Source Problems
20
Checking the Voltage Selection
21
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
21
Connecting a Dial-Up Modem
22
Starting Your Computer
22
Waking up Your Computer
23
Turning off Your Computer
23
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
24
Using the Keyboard
25
Using the Mouse
26
Using Optical Drives
29
Features
29
Loading an Optical Disc
29
Identifying Optical Drive Types
29
Playing Discs
31
Creating Discs
32
Using the Memory Card Reader
32
Memory Card Types
33
Using a Memory Card
33
Adjusting the Volume
34
Configuring the Audio Jacks
36
Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
36
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer
39
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
40
Opening the Case
41
Removing the Left Side Panel
41
Removing the Right Side Panel
42
Removing the Front Bezel
43
Closing the Case
44
Replacing the Front Bezel
44
Replacing the Side Panels
45
Replacing the Color Panel
46
Installing Memory
47
Adding or Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
49
Replacing the Memory Card Reader
51
Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
53
Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
54
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer
57
Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
58
Creating System Recovery Discs
58
Caring for Your Computer
59
Cleaning Your Computer
60
Cleaning the Exterior
60
Cleaning the Keyboard
61
Cleaning the Monitor
61
Cleaning the Mouse
61
Cleaning Optical Discs
62
Updating Windows
62
Using Bigfix
63
Managing Hard Drive Space
64
Checking Hard Drive Space
64
Deleting Unnecessary Files
65
Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
66
Defragmenting the Hard Drive
67
Backing up Files
68
Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
70
Moving from Your Old Computer
71
Transferring Files and Settings Automatically
71
Transferring Files and Settings Manually
72
Finding Other Files
73
CHAPTER6 Troubleshooting
75
Safety Guidelines
76
Try These Steps First
76
Error Messages
77
Internet and Networking
78
Internet
78
Modem (Cable or DSL)
79
Modem (Dial-Up)
80
Networking
82
Power
83
Display
83
Printing
84
Optical Discs
85
Memory Card Reader
86
Mouse
86
Keyboard
87
Files
87
Memory
89
Audio
90
Passwords
90
Expansion Cards
91
Media Center
91
Checking for Device Problems
93
Recovering Your System
94
Creating Recovery Discs
95
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
97
Returning to a Previous System Condition
98
Returning Your System to Its Factory Condition
99
Technical Support
102
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
102
Calling Customer Care
102
Appendix A: Legal Notices
103
Important Safety Information
104
Setting up Your System
104
Replacement Parts and Accessories
104
Care During Use
105
Regulatory Compliance
105
United States of America
105
Fcc Declaration of Conformity
106
Laser Safety Statement
108
External Television Antenna Grounding
108
Lightning Protection
108
Environmental Information
110
Macrovision Statement
111
Index
113
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Gateway DX4800 User Manual (94 pages)
Gateway Personal Computer User Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 6.43 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
CHAPTER 1 Getting Help
7
Thank You for Purchasing Our Computer
8
Using the Gateway Web Site
8
Using Help and Support
8
Contacting Gateway
9
Getting Help for Windows Media Center
9
Using Online Help
9
CHAPTER 2 Using Windows
11
Using the Windows Desktop
12
Using the Start Menu
13
Adding Icons to the Desktop
14
Identifying Window Items
14
Working with Files and Folders
15
Viewing Drives
15
Creating Folders
16
Copying and Moving Files and Folders
16
Deleting Files and Folders
17
Searching for Files
18
Using the Windows Search
18
Browsing for Files and Folders
19
Working with Documents
19
Creating a New Document
20
Saving a Document
20
Opening a Document
20
Printing a Document
21
Shortcuts
22
Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing
23
Learning about the Internet
24
Setting up an Internet Account
24
Accessing Your Internet Account
25
Using the World Wide Web
25
Connecting to a Web Site
25
Downloading Files
26
Using E-Mail
26
Sending E-Mail
26
Checking Your E-Mail
27
Using Windows Fax and Scan
27
Sending a Fax
27
Faxing a Scanned Document or from Programs
31
Canceling a Fax
31
Receiving and Viewing a Fax
32
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files
33
Playing Music and Movies
34
Playing Audio and Video Files
34
Playing Optical Discs
35
Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
37
Creating Music Files
37
Building a Music Library
39
Editing Track Information
39
Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
40
Creating a Music CD
40
Creating a Video DVD
41
Creating and Copying Data Discs
43
Creating a Data Disc
43
Using Windows Media Center
44
Starting Windows Media Center
44
Using the Media Center Remote Control
46
Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer
47
Introduction to Networking
48
Networking Terms You Should Know
48
Ethernet Networking
48
Wired Ethernet Networking
48
Wireless Ethernet Networking
51
Establishing Your Ethernet Network Connection
53
Connecting to a Wireless Ethernet Network
54
Testing Your Network
56
Adding a Printer to Your Network
56
Sharing Resources
56
Using the Network
58
Bluetooth Networking
59
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer
61
Hardware Security
62
Kensington Lock Slot
62
Data Security
62
Startup and Hard Drive Password
62
Windows User Accounts
62
Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
63
Using Norton 360
63
Using Windows Security Center
66
Security Updates
67
Windows Update
67
Bigfix
68
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows
69
Changing Screen Settings
70
Changing Color Depth and Screen Resolution
70
Changing the Appearance of Windows and Backgrounds
71
Selecting a Screen Saver
72
Changing Gadgets
73
Setting up Multiple Monitors
75
Changing System Sounds
76
Changing Mouse Settings
77
Adding and Modifying User Accounts
77
Changing Power-Saving Settings
79
Changing the Power Plan
79
Changing Accessibility Settings
80
Using the Ease of Access Center
81
Using Voice Recognition
82
Setting up Parental Controls
82
Filtering Internet Access
83
Scheduling Computer and Internet Use
84
Restricting Game Access
84
Restricting Specific Programs
86
Creating Activity Reports
86
Notices
87
Gateway DX4800 Starter Manual (46 pages)
Gateway DX4710: Quick Start
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 10.21 MB
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Gateway DX4800 Specification Sheet (1 page)
Gateway Memory Card Reader Specification Sheet
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Computer Hardware
| Size: 0.07 MB
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