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Gateway M305 User Manual (322 pages)
Gateway Laptop User Manual
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 8.28 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
1 Checking out Your Gateway M305
11
Front
12
Left Side
13
Right Side
15
Back
16
Bottom
17
Keyboard Area
18
Identifying Your Model
20
Gateway Model Number
20
Gateway Serial Number
21
Internal Wireless Label
21
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
21
Finding Your Specifications
22
Accessories
23
2 Getting Started
25
Connecting the AC Adapter
26
Protecting from Power Source Problems
28
Starting Your Notebook
29
Waking up Your Notebook
30
Turning off Your Notebook
30
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
31
Status Indicators
32
Using the Keyboard
34
Key Types
35
System Key Combinations
36
Multi-Function Buttons
38
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
39
Using the Touchpad
40
Connecting the Modem
42
Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network
43
Broadband Internet Connections
44
Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
44
3 Getting Help
45
Help and Support
46
Searching for a Topic
46
Do more with Gateway
47
Online Help
48
Gateway Web Site
49
Using Esupport
50
4 Windows Basics
53
About the Windows Environment
54
Using the Desktop
55
Using the Start Menu
55
Adding Icons to the Desktop
56
Identifying Window Items
57
Working with Files and Folders
59
Viewing Drives
59
Creating Folders
60
Copying and Moving Files and Folders
61
Deleting Files and Folders
63
Browsing for Files and Folders
64
Searching for Files
66
Using the Windows Search Utility
67
Working with Documents
69
Creating a New Document
69
Saving a Document
70
Opening a Document
71
Printing a Document
72
Shortcuts
73
5 Using the Internet
75
Learning about the Internet
76
Setting up an Internet Account
77
Accessing Your Internet Account
78
Using the World Wide Web
79
Connecting to a Web Site
80
Downloading Files
81
Using E-Mail
82
Sending E-Mail
82
Checking Your E-Mail
83
6 Using Multimedia
85
Adjusting the Volume
86
Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP
86
Adjusting the Volume in Windows 2000
89
Recording and Playing Audio
91
Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player
93
Using the CD or DVD Drive
95
Identifying Drive Types
95
Inserting a CD or DVD
96
Listening to Cds
97
Listening to Cds in Windows XP
97
Listening to Cds in Windows 2000
99
Using MUSICMATCH
100
Playing Cds
100
Creating MP3 Music Files
102
Editing Track Information
103
Building a Music Library
105
Changing the Music Library Display Settings
106
Listening to Internet Radio
107
Using Advanced Features
107
Playing a DVD
108
Creating Cds Using Roxio Easy CD Creator
110
Creating Data Cds
110
Creating Music Cds
115
Copying Cds
120
Creating Cds Using Nero Express
123
Creating a Data CD
124
Copying a CD
128
Copying Music Tracks
131
Creating a Music CD
134
Advanced Features
138
Using the Optional Diskette Drive
139
Using the Optional Memory Card Reader
140
Memory Card Types
141
Using a Memory Card
142
Connecting a Digital Camera
143
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes
145
Installing and Configuring Fax
146
Installing Fax in Windows XP
146
Configuring Fax in Windows XP
147
Configuring Fax in Windows 2000
150
Sending a Simple Fax
151
Setting up Your Cover Page Template
153
Faxing from Programs
154
Faxing a Scanned Document
154
Receiving and Viewing a Fax
155
Canceling a Fax
155
Automatically Retry Sending a Fax in Windows XP
156
Automatically Cancelling a Fax in Windows XP
157
8 Managing Power
159
Monitoring the Battery Charge
160
Recharging the Battery
161
Recalibrating the Battery
162
Changing Batteries
163
Replacing the Battery
163
Extending Battery Life
165
Conserving Battery Power
165
Using Alternate Power Sources
165
Changing Power Modes
166
Changing Power Settings
167
Changing the Power Scheme
167
Changing Alarm Options
169
Changing Advanced Settings
170
Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
171
Changing Speedstep Settings
173
9 Travel Tips
175
Modem
176
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
176
Files
177
Security
177
Power
178
Additional Tips
179
10 Customizing Your Notebook
181
Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
182
Adjusting the Color Depth
182
Adjusting the Screen Resolution
184
Changing the Colors on Your Windows Desktop
185
Changing the Desktop Background
188
Selecting a Screen Saver
191
Changing the Touchpad Settings
193
Adding and Modifying User Accounts
195
11 Networking Your Notebook
197
Benefits of Networking
198
Sharing a Single Internet Connection
198
Sharing Drives
198
Sharing Peripheral Devices
199
Streaming Audio and Video Files
199
Playing Multi-Player Games
199
Selecting a Network Connection
200
Wired Ethernet Network
200
Wireless Ethernet Network
200
Using a Wired Ethernet Network
201
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet
201
Example Wired Ethernet Network
202
Equipment You Need for a Wired Ethernet Network
203
Using a Wireless Ethernet Network
204
Wireless Ethernet Speed and Frequency
205
Example Access Point Wireless Ethernet Network
206
Equipment You Need for an Access Point Wireless Ethernet Network
207
Example Peer-To-Peer Wireless Ethernet Network
208
Equipment You Need for a Peer-To-Peer Wireless Ethernet Network
209
For more Information
209
Using Your Notebook on a Network
210
Installing and Configuring Your Notebook for Ethernet Networking
210
Turning Your Wireless Ethernet Emitter on or off
210
12 Moving from Your Old Computer
213
Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
214
Transferring Files
214
Finding Your Files
214
Transferring Internet Settings
216
Setting up Your ISP
216
Transferring Your E-Mail and Address Book
217
Transferring Your Internet Shortcuts
217
Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
217
Installing a USB Printer or Scanner
218
Installing a Parallel Port Printer
218
Installing Your Old Programs
219
13 Maintaining Your Notebook
221
Caring for Your Notebook
222
Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses
224
Managing Hard Drive Space
227
Checking Hard Drive Space
227
Using Disk Cleanup
228
Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
229
Defragmenting the Hard Drive
231
Backing up Files
233
Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
233
Cleaning Your Notebook
235
Cleaning the Exterior
235
Cleaning the Keyboard
235
Cleaning the Computer Screen
236
Cleaning the Mouse
236
14 Restoring Software
239
Using the Restoration Cds
240
Reinstalling Device Drivers
241
Updating Device Drivers
243
Reinstalling Programs
244
Reinstalling Windows
246
15 Upgrading Your Notebook
249
Adding and Removing a PC Card
250
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
252
Adding or Replacing Memory
253
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
257
16 Troubleshooting
263
Safety Guidelines
264
First Steps
265
Software Support Tools
265
Troubleshooting
266
CD or DVD Drives
266
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
268
Device Installation
268
Diskette Drive
269
Display
270
File Management
271
Hard Drive
272
Internet
273
Keyboard
274
Memory
275
Memory Card Reader
275
Modem (Dial-Up)
275
Mouse
280
Networks
281
Passwords
281
PC Cards
282
Power
282
Printer
283
Sound
285
Video
285
Telephone Support
286
Before Calling Gateway Technical Support
286
Telephone Numbers
287
Tutoring and Training
288
Self-Help
288
Tutoring
288
Training
289
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
291
Important Safety Information
291
Regulatory Compliance Statements
294
Wireless Guidance
294
United States of America
296
Laser Safety Statement
301
Epa Energy Star
301
Index
305
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Gateway M305 Reference Manual (138 pages)
Gateway 200ARC: Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 2.2 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
9
Gateway Model and Serial Number
9
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
9
For more Information
10
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
Using the Memory Card Reader
38
Memory Card Types
38
Inserting a Memory Card
38
Using a Memory Card
38
Removing a Memory Card
39
Adding and Removing a PC Card
39
Using an Optional Port Replicator
41
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
41
Connecting a USB Printer, Scanner, or Digital Camera
42
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Video Camera or MP3 Player
42
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
43
Ordering Accessories
44
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
Changing the Power Scheme
54
Changing Alarm Options
56
Changing Advanced Settings
57
Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
58
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
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
72
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
73
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
76
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 M305 Service Manual (89 pages)
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 17.08 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
4
Replacing Gateway M305 Components
6
Identifying the Notebook Model
7
Identifying Components
8
Preparing Your Work Space
9
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
10
Preparing the Notebook
11
Preparing the Notebook
12
Removing the Battery
12
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
13
Replacing the 802.11 Mini PCI Card
17
Disconnect the AC Adapter and Modem and Network Cables and Prepare the Notebook by Following the Instructions in
17
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
23
Turn the Notebook over so the Bottom Is Facing up
23
Replacing the Hard Drive in the Hard Drive Kit
26
Replacing the Keyboard Cover
29
Replacing the Keyboard
32
Remove the Battery by Following the Instructions in Battery" on Page
32
Replacing the Optical Drive Kit
39
Replacing the Optical Drive Kit
40
Replacing the LED Indicator Panel
43
Replacing the CMOS Battery
45
Replacing the CMOS Battery
46
Replacing the Hinge Covers
47
Replacing the Cooling Assembly
50
Replacing the LCD Panel Assembly
54
Replacing the Palm Rest Assembly
59
Replacing the Diskette Drive Kit
64
Replacing the Memory Card Reader Kit
69
Replacing the System Board
76
Replacing the Modem
86
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Gateway M305 Replacement Manual (12 pages)
Replacing the Gateway M305 Optical Drive
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 0.14 MB
Table of Contents
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
1
Removing the Keyboard
2
Replacing the Optical Drive
6
Replacing the Keyboard
8
Technical Support
10
Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
10
Gateway M305 Specifications (9 pages)
Gateway M305: Specifications
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 0.09 MB
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