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Gateway EC5811u User Manual (222 pages)

Gateway Notebook User's Guide - Canada/French

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 30.3 MB

English

3
- Table of Contents
  3
- CHAPTER 1 Getting Help
  
  7
- 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
  - Using Tablet PC
    19
    
    Calibrating Your Tablet
    20
    
    Using Gestures
    21
    
    Using the Digital Pen
    21
    
    Using the Tablet Input Panel (TIP)
    22
  - Working with Documents
    23
    
    Creating a New Document
    23
    
    Saving a Document
    23
    
    Opening a Document
    24
    
    Printing a Document
    24
  - Shortcuts
    25
- Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing
  
  28
  - Learning about the Internet
    28
  - Setting up an Internet Account
    28
    
    Accessing Your Internet Account
    29
  - Using the World Wide Web
    29
    
    Connecting to a Web Site
    30
    
    Downloading Files
    30
  - Using E-Mail
    31
    
    Sending E-Mail
    31
    
    Checking Your E-Mail
    31
  - Using Windows Fax and Scan
    32
    
    Sending a Fax
    32
    
    Setting up Your Cover Page Template
    35
    
    Faxing a Scanned Document or Faxing from Programs
    37
    
    Canceling a Fax
    37
    
    Receiving and Viewing a Fax
    37
- Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files
  
  39
  - Playing Music and Movies
    40
    
    Playing Audio and Video Files
    40
    
    Playing Optical Discs
    41
  - Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
    43
    
    Creating Music Files
    43
    
    Building a Music Library
    44
    
    Editing Track Information
    45
  - Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
    45
    
    Creating a Music CD
    45
    
    Creating a Video DVD
    46
  - Creating and Copying Data Discs
    49
    
    Creating a Data Disc
    49
  - Using Windows Media Center
    49
    
    Starting Windows Media Center
    50
- Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook
  
  51
  - Introduction to Networking
    52
    
    Networking Terms You Should Know
    52
  - Ethernet Networking
    52
    
    Wired Ethernet Networking
    52
    
    Wireless Ethernet Networking
    55
    
    Establishing Your Ethernet Network Connection
    57
    
    Testing Your Network
    60
    
    Adding a Printer to Your Network
    60
    
    Sharing Resources
    60
    
    Using the Network
    62
  - Bluetooth Networking
    63
- Chapter 6: Protecting Your Notebook
  
  65
  - Hardware Security
    66
    
    Kensington Lock Slot
    66
  - Data Security
    66
    
    Startup and Hard Drive Password
    66
    
    Windows User Accounts
    66
    
    Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses
    67
    
    How to Scan for and Remove Internet Threats
    67
    
    Using Windows Security Center
    70
  - Security Updates
    71
    
    Windows Update
    71
  - Traveling Securely
    72
- Chapter 7: Customizing Windows
  
  73
- Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook
  
  93
Français

107

Gateway EC5811u Reference Manual (172 pages)

Gateway M-1412: Hardware Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 6.36 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference

9
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook

13
- Front
  14
- Left
  15
- Right
  17
- Back
  18
- Bottom
  19
- Keyboard Area
  20
- LCD Panel
  23
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

25
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories

63
CHAPTER5 Managing Power

77
- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  78
- Recharging the Battery
  78
- Changing Batteries
  79
- Recalibrating the Battery
  80
- Extending Battery Life
  81
- Changing Notebook Power Settings
  84
  - Changing the Power Plan
    84
  - Changing Advanced Settings
    86
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

89
- Packing Your Notebook
  90
- Traveling by Air
  90
- Dial-Up Modem
  90
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  91
- Files
  91
- Security
  92
- Power
  93
- Additional Tips
  93
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

95
- Caring for Your Notebook
  96
- Cleaning Your Notebook
  96
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    97
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    97
  - Cleaning the Notebook Screen
    97
- Maintaining the Battery
  98
  - Storing Batteries
    98
- Cleaning Cds or Dvds
  99
- Recovering Your System
  99
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

113
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting

123
- Safety Guidelines
  124
- First Steps
  124
- Troubleshooting
  125
  - Audio
    125
  - Battery
    125
  - CD Drives
    125
  - Diskette Drive (External)
    125
  - Display
    126
  - DVD Drives
    127
  - Ethernet
    129
  - Express Cards
    129
  - File Management
    129
  - Fingerprint Reader
    130
  - Hard Drive
    130
  - Internet
    131
  - Keyboard
    132
  - Media Center
    133
  - Memory
    136
  - Memory Card Reader
    137
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    137
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    137
  - Mouse
    140
  - Networks (Wired)
    141
  - Networks (Wireless)
    143
  - Passwords
    145
  - Power
    145
  - Printer
    146
  - Sound
    147
  - Status Indicators
    147
  - Touchpad
    148
  - Video
    148
- Telephone Support
  148
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    148
    
    Legal Information
    151
    
    Important Safety Information
    152
    
    Setting up Your System
    152
    
    Replacement Parts and Accessories
    153
    
    Regulatory Compliance
    153
    
    Wireless Guidance
    153
    
    United States of America
    154
    
    Japanese Modem Notice
    158
    
    Laser Safety Statement
    158
    
    Environmental Information
    159

Gateway EC5811u Reference Manual (138 pages)

Gateway 200ARC: Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.2 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference

7
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook

11
- Front
  12
- Left
  12
- Right
  14
- Bottom
  15
- Keyboard Area
  17
Chapter 3: Using Your Gateway Notebook

19
- Connecting the AC Adapter
  20
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    21
- Connecting the Dial-Up Modem
  22
- Connecting to a Cable or DSL Modem or to a Network
  23
- Starting Your Notebook
  24
  - Waking up Your Notebook
    24
- Turning off Your Notebook
  24
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
  25
- Using the Status Indicators
  26
- Using the Keyboard
  27
  - Key Types
    28
  - System Key Combinations
    29
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
  31
- Adjusting the Volume
  33
- Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
  34
Chapter 4: Using Accessories

37
Chapter 5: Managing Power

47
- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  48
- Recharging the Battery
  48
- Changing Batteries
  49
  - Replacing the Battery
    49
- Recalibrating the Battery
  50
- Extending Battery Life
  51
  - Conserving Battery Power
    51
  - Using Alternate Power Sources
    52
  - Changing Power Modes
    52
- Changing Notebook Power Settings
  53
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

61
- Packing Your Notebook
  62
- Traveling by Air
  62
- Dial-Up Modem
  62
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  63
- Files
  64
- Security
  64
- Power
  65
- Additional Tips
  65
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

67
- Caring for Your Notebook
  68
- Cleaning Your Notebook
  69
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    69
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    70
  - Cleaning the Notebook Screen
    70
- Cleaning Cds or Dvds
  70
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

71
CHAPTER 9 Troubleshooting

79
- Safety Guidelines
  80
- First Steps
  80
- Troubleshooting
  81
  - Audio
    81
  - Battery
    81
  - CD Drives
    81
  - Device Installation
    81
  - Display
    82
  - External DVD Drives
    84
  - File Management
    86
  - Hard Drive
    86
  - Internet
    87
  - Keyboard
    88
  - Media Center
    89
  - Memory
    93
  - Memory Card Reader
    94
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    94
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    94
  - Mouse
    98
  - Networks (Wired)
    99
  - Networks (Wireless)
    101
  - Passwords
    104
  - PC Cards
    104
  - Pointing Device
    104
  - Power
    104
  - Printer
    105
  - Sound
    107
  - Status Indicators
    107
  - Touchpad
    108
  - Video
    108
- Telephone Support
  109
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    109
  - Telephone Numbers
    110
  - Self-Help
    111
  - Tutoring
    111
  - Training
    112
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

113
- Important Safety Information
  114
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  116
  - Wireless Guidance
    116
  - United States of America
    118
  - Canada
    122
  - Japan
    124
  - Laser Safety Statement
    125
  - Epa Energy Star
    125
- Environmental Information
  125
- Notices
  127
Index

129

Gateway EC5811u User Manual (106 pages)

Gateway 200E: User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 7.94 MB

Table of Contents
3
CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

7
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
- Using Tablet PC
  19
  - Calibrating Your Tablet
    20
  - Using Gestures
    21
  - Using the Digital Pen
    21
  - Using the Tablet Input Panel (TIP)
    22
- Working with Documents
  23
  - Creating a New Document
    23
  - Saving a Document
    23
  - Opening a Document
    24
  - Printing a Document
    24
- Shortcuts
  25
Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

27
- Learning about the Internet
  28
- Setting up an Internet Account
  28
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    29
- Using the World Wide Web
  29
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    30
  - Downloading Files
    30
- Using E-Mail
  31
  - Sending E-Mail
    31
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    31
- Using Windows Fax and Scan
  32
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

37
- Playing Music and Movies
  38
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    38
  - Playing Optical Discs
    39
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  41
  - Creating Music Files
    41
  - Building a Music Library
    42
  - Editing Track Information
    43
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  43
  - Creating a Music CD
    43
  - Creating a Video DVD
    44
- Creating and Copying Data Discs
  47
  - Creating a Data Disc
    47
- Using Windows Media Center
  47
  - Starting Windows Media Center
    48
Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook

49
- Introduction to Networking
  50
  - Networking Terms You Should Know
    50
- Ethernet Networking
  50
- Bluetooth Networking
  61
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Notebook

63
- Hardware Security
  64
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    64
- Data Security
  64
- Security Updates
  69
  - Windows Update
    69
  - Bigfix
    70
- Traveling Securely
  70
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

71
Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook

91

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Gateway EC5811u User Manual (222 pages)

Table of Contents

English

CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

Chapter 2: Using Windows

Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook

Chapter 6: Protecting Your Notebook

Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook

Français

Gateway EC5811u Reference Manual (172 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About this Reference

Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook

Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories

CHAPTER5 Managing Power

Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting

Gateway EC5811u Reference Manual (138 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About this Reference

Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook

Chapter 3: Using Your Gateway Notebook

Chapter 4: Using Accessories

Chapter 5: Managing Power

Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

CHAPTER 9 Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Index

Gateway EC5811u User Manual (106 pages)

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

CHAPTER 2 Using Windows

Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook

Chapter 6: Protecting Your Notebook

Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook

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