Gateway Gateway Profile 5 Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Gateway Gateway Profile 5. We have 3 Gateway Gateway Profile 5 manuals available for free PDF download: User Manual, Specifications

Gateway Gateway Profile 5 User Manual (292 pages)

Gateway ProfileTM 5 User's Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 3.9 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Checking out Your Gateway Profile

9
- Front
  10
- Back
  12
- Right Side
  14
- Identifying Your Model
  15
- Finding Your Specifications
  16
- Accessories
  17
2 Getting Started

19
- Working Safely
  20
- Protecting from Power Source Problems
  23
- Starting Your Computer
  24
- Turning off Your Computer
  25
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
  26
- Using the Cord Cover
  27
- Locking Your Computer
  28
- Standard Keyboard
  29
- Multifunction Keyboard
  30
  - Special-Function Buttons
    31
- Wireless Keyboard
  32
- Mouse
  33
  - Using the Mouse
    34
- Computer Display
  35
  - External Controls
    35
  - OSD Options
    36
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  39
3 Getting Help

41
- Help and Support
  42
  - Searching for a Topic
    42
- Online Help
  43
- Gateway Web Site
  44
  - Using Esupport
    44
4 Windows Basics

47
- About the Windows Environment
  48
- Using the Desktop
  49
  - Using the Start Menu
    50
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    51
- Identifying Window Items
  52
- Working with Files and Folders
  54
  - Viewing Drives
    54
  - Creating Folders
    55
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    57
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    59
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    60
- Searching for Files
  62
  - Using the Windows Search Utility
    63
- Working with Documents
  65
  - Creating a New Document
    65
  - Saving a Document
    66
  - Opening a Document
    67
  - Printing a Document
    68
- Shortcuts
  69
5 Using the Internet

71
- Learning about the Internet
  72
- Setting up an Internet Account
  73
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    74
- Using the World Wide Web
  75
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    76
  - Downloading Files
    77
- Using E-Mail
  78
  - Sending E-Mail
    78
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    79
6 Using Multimedia

81
- Using the Diskette Drive
  82
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  84
  - Identifying Drive Types
    84
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    85
- Adjusting the Volume
  87
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP
    87
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows 2000
    90
- Listening to Cds
  92
  - Listening to Cds in Windows XP
    92
  - Listening to Cds in Windows 2000
    94
- Recording and Playing Audio
  95
- Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player
  97
- Playing a DVD
  98
- Using Musicmatch
  100
  - Playing Cds
    100
  - Creating MP3 Music Files
    101
  - Editing Track Information
    103
  - Building a Music Library
    104
  - Changing the Music Library Display Settings
    105
  - Listening to Internet Radio
    106
  - Using Advanced Features
    107
- Creating Cds and Dvds
  108
  - Copying a CD or DVD
    109
  - Creating a Data CD or DVD
    113
  - Copying Music Tracks
    116
  - Creating a Music CD
    119
  - Advanced Features
    123
- Connecting a Digital Camera
  124
- Connecting a Digital Video Camera
  125
- Creating Video Dvds
  125
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

127
- Installing and Configuring Fax
  128
  - Installing Fax
    128
  - Configuring Fax
    129
- Sending a Simple Fax
  131
- Setting up Your Cover Page Template
  133
- Faxing from Programs
  134
- Faxing a Scanned Document
  134
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  135
- Canceling a Fax
  135
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax
  136
- Automatically Cancelling a Fax
  137
8 Customizing Your Computer

139
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
  140
  - Adjusting the Color Depth
    140
  - Adjusting the Screen Resolution
    141
  - Changing the Colors on Your Windows Desktop
    143
  - Changing the Desktop Background
    146
  - Selecting a Screen Saver
    149
- Changing the Mouse Settings
  151
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts
  153
- Power Management
  155
  - Using Power Saving Modes
    156
  - Changing Power Settings
    156
  - Changing the Power Scheme
    157
  - Changing Advanced Power Settings
    158
  - Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
    160
  - Setting up an Uninterruptible Power Supply
    162
9 Networking Your Computer

165
10 Moving from Your Old Computer

179
- Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
  180
- Transferring Files
  181
  - Finding Your Files
    181
- Transferring Internet Settings
  183
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
  185
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner
    185
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer
    185
- Installing Your Old Programs
  187
11 Maintaining Your Computer

189
- Caring for Your Computer
  190
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette
  192
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  194
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  197
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    197
  - Using Disk Cleanup
    198
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    199
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    201
  - Backing up Files
    203
  - Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
    204
- Cleaning Your Computer
  206
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    206
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    207
  - Cleaning the Computer Display
    207
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    207
12 Restoring Software

209
- Using the Restoration Cds
  210
- Reinstalling Device Drivers
  211
- Updating Device Drivers
  213
- Reinstalling Programs
  214
- Reinstalling Windows
  216
13 Upgrading Your Computer

219
- Adding and Removing PC Cards
  220
  - Adding a PC Card
    220
  - Removing a PC Card
    221
- Selecting a Place to Work
  222
- Gathering the Tools You Need
  222
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  223
- Opening the Computer Case
  224
- Closing the Computer Case
  226
- Replacing the Hard Drive
  227
- Installing or Replacing DIMM Memory
  231
- Using the BIOS Setup Utility
  234
14 Troubleshooting

235
- Safety Guidelines
  236
- First Steps
  237
- Software Support Tools
  238
- Troubleshooting
  239
  - CD, DVD, or Recordable Drives
    239
  - Shut down and Restart Your Computer
    240
  - Clean the Disc. for more Information, See "Cleaning Cds and Dvds" on Page
    240
  - Reinstall the Device Driver. for more Information, See "Reinstalling Device
    240
  - Cleaning Cds and Dvds
    241
  - Computer Display
    242
  - Diskette Drive
    243
  - File Management
    244
  - Hard Drive
    245
  - Internet
    246
  - Keyboard
    247
  - Memory
    248
  - Modem
    249
  - Mouse
    255
  - Power
    255
  - Printer
    256
  - Sound
    258
  - See "Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP
    258
  - Or "Adjusting the Volume in Windows 2000" on Page
    258
  - Make Sure that the Mute Controls Are Turned Off. for more Information, See "Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP
    258
- Telephone Support
  259
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support
    259
  - Telephone Support
    260
- Tutoring and Training
  261
  - Self-Help
    261
  - Tutoring
    261
  - Training
    262
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

263
- Important Safety Information
  263
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  266
- United States of America
  268
- Laser Safety Statement
  274

Gateway Gateway Profile 5 User Manual (152 pages)

Gateway Profile Profile 5: User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 3.85 MB

User Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
1 Getting Help

7
- Thank You for Purchasing Our Computer
  8
- Gateway Web Site
  9
  - Using Esupport
    10
- Help and Support
  11
  - Searching for a Topic
    12
- Bigfix
  12
- Online Help
  13
- Using Your Computer Guide
  13
- Gateway Contact Information
  14
2 Checking out Your Gateway Computer

15
- Front
  16
- Back
  18
- Right Side
  20
- Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
  21
- Finding Your Specifications
  21
- Accessories
  22
3 Getting Started

23
- Working Safely
  24
- Starting Your Computer
  26
  - Waking up Your Computer
    27
- Turning off Your Computer
  28
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
  29
- Using the Cord Cover
  30
- Locking Your Computer
  31
- Adjusting the Volume
  32
- Using the Keyboard
  33
  - Standard Keyboard
    33
  - Multifunction Keyboard
    34
  - Wireless Keyboard
    36
- Using the Mouse
  37
- Connecting the Modem
  39
- Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network
  39
- Computer Display
  40
  - External Controls
    40
  - OSD Options
    41
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  44
4 Using Drives and Ports

45
- Using the Diskette Drive
  46
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  47
  - Memory Card Types
    47
  - Inserting a Memory Card
    48
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  49
  - Identifying Drive Types
    49
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    50
  - Playing a CD
    52
  - Playing a DVD
    52
  - Creating Cds and Dvds
    52
5 Maintaining Your Computer

53
- Caring for Your Computer
  54
- Updating Windows
  54
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  55
- Cleaning Your Computer
  57
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    57
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    58
  - Cleaning the Computer Display
    58
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    58
  - Cleaning Cds or Dvds
    60
- Restoring Your System
  60
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  61
- Opening the Case
  62
- Closing the Case
  63
- Replacing the Hard Drive
  64
- Installing Memory
  68
- Adding and Removing PC Cards
  70
  - Adding a PC Card
    70
  - Removing a PC Card
    71
6 Troubleshooting

73
- Safety Guidelines
  74
- First Steps
  74
- Troubleshooting
  75
  - Audio
    75
  - Battery
    75
  - CD or DVD Drives
    75
  - Computer
    76
  - Diskette Drive
    76
  - Display
    77
  - DVD Drives
    78
  - File Management
    79
  - Hard Drive
    79
  - Internet
    80
  - Keyboard
    81
  - Memory
    82
  - Memory Card Reader
    82
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    82
  - Mouse
    85
  - Networks
    86
  - Passwords
    86
  - Power
    86
  - Printer
    87
  - Sound
    88
- Telephone Support
  89
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    89
  - Telephone Numbers
    90
  - Self-Help
    91
  - Tutoring
    91
  - Training
    91
7 Networking Your Computer

93
- Introduction to Networking
  94
  - Using a Network
    94
  - Selecting a Network Connection
    95
- Creating an Ethernet Network
  102
- Testing Your Network
  117
- Sharing Your Resources
  118
  - Sharing an Internet Connection
    118
  - Sharing Drives and Printers
    121
  - Using the Network
    123
  - Connecting to Hotspots
    126
- Troubleshooting Your Ethernet Network
  127
  - Wired Ethernet Network
    127
  - Wireless Ethernet Network
    128
    
    Important Safety Information
    132
    
    Regulatory Compliance Statements
    133
    
    United States of America
    133
    
    Laser Safety Statement
    135

Gateway Gateway Profile 5 Specifications (4 pages)

Gateway Profile Profile 5: Specifications

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 0.04 MB

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Gateway Gateway Profile 5 User Manual (292 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Checking out Your Gateway Profile

2 Getting Started

3 Getting Help

4 Windows Basics

5 Using the Internet

6 Using Multimedia

7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

8 Customizing Your Computer

9 Networking Your Computer

10 Moving from Your Old Computer

11 Maintaining Your Computer

12 Restoring Software

13 Upgrading Your Computer

14 Troubleshooting

A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Gateway Gateway Profile 5 User Manual (152 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Getting Help

2 Checking out Your Gateway Computer

3 Getting Started

4 Using Drives and Ports

5 Maintaining Your Computer

6 Troubleshooting

7 Networking Your Computer

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