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Gateway MX6452 manuals available for free PDF download: User Manual, Hardware Reference Manual, Hardware Replacement Manual, Setup Manual, Setup Poster
Gateway MX6452 User Manual (262 pages)
Platinum Edition
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 3.97 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: Getting Help
11
Thank You for Purchasing Our Notebook
12
Gateway Web Site
13
Using Support
13
Help and Support
15
Searching for a Topic
16
Getting Help in Media Center
16
Bigfix
17
Online Help
18
Chapter 2: Using Windows XP
19
About the Windows Desktop
20
Using the Start Menu
21
Adding Icons to the Desktop
22
Identifying Window Items
23
Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005
24
Using Tablet PC Extensions
25
Working with Files and Folders
29
Viewing Drives
29
Creating Folders
30
Copying and Moving Files and Folders
32
Deleting Files and Folders
33
Browsing for Files and Folders
34
Searching for Files
36
Using the Windows Search Utility
36
Working with Documents
38
Creating a New Document
39
Saving a Document
40
Opening a Document
40
Printing a Document
41
Shortcuts
42
Chapter 3: Recovering Your System
43
System Recovery Options
44
Drivers and Applications Recovery
45
Creating Drivers and Applications Recovery Discs
45
Copying Drivers and Applications Recovery Files to a Network
48
Creating Discs from Recovery Files on a Network
50
Recovering Your System
51
Recovering Specific Files and Software
52
Recovering Your System Using Microsoft System Restore
53
Recovering Your System from the Hard Drive
56
Chapter 4: Using the Internet
59
Learning about the Internet
60
Setting up an Internet Account
61
Accessing Your Internet Account
62
Using the World Wide Web
62
Connecting to a Web Site
63
Downloading Files
64
Using E-Mail
65
Sending E-Mail
65
Checking Your E-Mail
66
Chapter 5: Protecting Your Notebook
67
Hardware Security
68
Kensington Lock Slot
68
Computrace
68
Data Security
69
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
69
Computrace
69
Notebook Startup and Hard Drive Password
70
Windows XP User Accounts
70
Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses
71
Using Mcafee Securitycenter
73
Using Windows XP Security Center
76
Security Updates
77
Windows Update
77
Bigfix
79
Traveling Securely
80
Chapter 6: Connecting Devices
81
Installing a Printer, Scanner, Digital Camera, or Other Peripheral
81
Device
82
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
84
Viewing the Display on a Television
86
Port Replicator
88
Modifying Television Settings
89
Connecting a Video Camera to Your Notebook
90
Using an Optional Port Replicator
90
Chapter 7: Using Multimedia
91
Adjusting the Volume
92
Playing Music and Movies
95
Playing WAV Audio Files
95
Playing Audio and Video Files
96
Playing Cds or Dvds
97
Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
100
Creating Music Files
100
Building a Music Library
103
Editing Track Information
104
Creating and Editing Videos
105
Editing Videos
105
Transferring Your Video to Your Notebook
105
Editing Your Video
107
Saving Your Video
108
Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
108
Creating a Music CD
108
Creating a Video DVD
112
Creating and Copying Data Cds and Dvds
118
Creating a Data CD or DVD
118
Copying a CD or DVD
121
Advanced Multimedia Software Features
123
Windows Media Player Advanced Features
123
Cyberlink Power2Go Advanced Features
123
Chapter 8: Managing Power
125
Monitoring the Battery Charge
126
Recharging the Battery
126
Extending Battery Life
127
Conserving Battery Power
127
Using Alternate Power Sources
128
Changing Power Modes
128
Changing Notebook Power Settings
129
Changing the Power Scheme
130
Changing Alarm Options
132
Changing Advanced Settings
133
Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
134
Chapter 9: Wireless Networking
137
Wireless Networking
138
Buying Wireless Equipment
139
Setting up Your Wireless Network
139
Making Sure Your Broadband Connection Works
140
Setting up Your Access Point
140
Setting up Your Notebook
141
Testing Your Network
143
Sharing Resources
144
Sharing Drives and Printers
144
Using the Network
146
Viewing Shared Drives and Folders
147
Mapping a Network Drive
147
Opening Files Across the Network
148
Copying Files Across the Network
148
Printing Files Across the Network
149
Connecting to Hotspots
149
Adding Devices to Your Network
150
Adding a Desktop Computer to Your Network
150
Adding a Printer to Your Network
150
Chapter 10: Sending and Receiving Faxes
151
Installing and Configuring Fax
152
Installing Fax
152
Configuring Fax
152
Sending a Simple Fax
155
Setting up Your Cover Page Template
157
Faxing from Programs
158
Faxing a Scanned Document
158
Receiving and Viewing a Fax
159
Canceling a Fax
159
Automatically Retry Sending a Fax
160
Automatically Canceling a Fax
161
Chapter 11: Customizing Your Notebook
163
Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
164
Adjusting the Color Depth
164
Adjusting the Screen Resolution
166
Changing the Colors on Your Windows Desktop
167
Changing the Desktop Background
168
Selecting a Screen Saver
170
Using an Extended Desktop
171
Changing the Mouse, Touchpad, or Pointing Device Settings
172
Changing Mouse Settings
172
Changing Touchpad or Pointing Device Settings
174
Adjusting Tablet and Pen Settings
176
Programming the Buttons
176
Adjusting the Tablet PC Input Panel Settings
177
Adding and Modifying User Accounts
178
Modifying Security Settings
179
Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Notebook
181
Caring for Your Notebook
182
Cleaning Your Notebook
183
Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses
184
Updating Windows
185
Using Bigfix
185
Managing Hard Drive Space
186
Checking Hard Drive Space
186
Deleting Unnecessary Files
187
Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
188
Defragmenting the Hard Drive
189
Backing up Files
191
Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
191
Moving from Your Old Computer
192
Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
192
Transferring Files
192
Transferring Internet Settings
194
Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
196
Installing Your Old Programs
197
Chapter 13: Traveling with Your Notebook
199
Packing Your Notebook
200
Traveling by Air
200
Dial-Up Modem
201
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
202
Files
202
Security
203
Power
204
Additional Tips
204
Chapter 14: Troubleshooting
205
Safety Guidelines
206
First Steps
206
Troubleshooting
207
Audio
207
Battery
207
CD Drives
207
Device Installation
207
Diskette Drive
208
Display
209
DVD Drives
211
File Management
214
Hard Drive
214
Internet
215
Keyboard
217
Media Center
217
Memory
222
Memory Card Reader
222
Modem (Cable or DSL)
222
Modem (Dial-Up)
222
Mouse
227
Networks (Wired)
227
Networks (Wireless)
229
Passwords
232
PC Cards
233
Pen (Tablet PC)
233
Pointing Device
233
Power
234
Printer
234
Sound
237
Status Indicators
237
Touchpad or Optional Pointing Device
237
Video
238
Telephone Support
239
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
239
Telephone Numbers
240
Self-Help
241
Tutoring
241
Training
242
Appendix A: Safety and Legal Information
243
Important Safety Information
244
Index
249
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Gateway MX6452 Hardware Reference Manual (86 pages)
Platinum Edition
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 1.71 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
5
About this Guide
6
About the User Guide
6
Gateway Contact Information
7
Gateway Model and Serial Number
7
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
7
For more Information
8
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
9
Identifying Features
10
Front
10
Left
11
Right
12
Back
13
Bottom
14
Keyboard Area
15
Connecting the AC Adapter
16
Protecting from Power Source Problems
17
Connecting the Dial-Up Modem
18
Work
19
Starting Your Notebook
20
Waking up Your Notebook
20
Turning off Your Notebook
20
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
21
Using the Status Indicators
22
Using the Keyboard
23
Key Types
24
System Key Combinations
26
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
29
Adjusting the Volume
31
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
32
Using the DVD Drive
33
Identifying Drive Types
33
Inserting a CD or DVD
34
Using the Memory Card Reader
34
Memory Card Types
34
Inserting a Memory Card
35
Using a Memory Card
35
Removing a Memory Card
35
Adding and Removing a PC Card
36
Changing Batteries
37
Recalibrating the Battery
39
Ordering Accessories
40
Chapter 3: Upgrading Your Notebook
41
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
42
Adding or Replacing Memory
43
Replacing the DVD Drive
46
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
49
Replacing the Keyboard
52
Removing the Keyboard
52
Installing the Keyboard
56
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal
59
Important Safety Information
60
Regulatory Compliance Statements
63
Wireless Guidance
63
United States of America
65
Laser Safety Statement
73
Environmental Information
74
Index
79
Gateway MX6452 Hardware Replacement Manual (13 pages)
Gateway MX6633: Hardware Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 5.5 MB
Table of Contents
Replacing the Battery
2
To Replace the Battery
2
Replacing the DVD Drive
3
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
3
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
5
Replacing the Keyboard
7
Replacing the Memory Module
9
Locating Components
11
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Gateway MX6452 Setup Manual (1 page)
Gateway MX6440: Install Guide
Brand:
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| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 0.43 MB
Gateway MX6452 Setup Poster (1 page)
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Brand:
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| Category:
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Gateway MX6452 Setup Manual (1 page)
Gateway MX6450: Install Guide
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| Category:
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