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Gateway NV55C57u User Manual (132 pages)

Gateway 200E: User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.72 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: Getting Help

7
- Thank You for Purchasing Our Notebook
  8
- Gateway Web Site
  8
  - Using Support
    9
- Help and Support
  10
  - Searching for a Topic
    10
  - Getting Help in Media Center
    11
- Bigfix
  11
- Online Help
  12
Chapter 2: Using Windows XP

13
- About the Windows Desktop
  14
  - Using the Start Menu
    15
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    16
- Identifying Window Items
  16
- Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005
  17
  - Using Tablet PC Extensions
    18
- Working with Files and Folders
  21
  - Viewing Drives
    21
  - Creating Folders
    22
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    23
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    24
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    25
- Searching for Files
  26
  - Using the Windows Search Utility
    26
- Working with Documents
  28
  - Creating a New Document
    28
  - Saving a Document
    29
  - Opening a Document
    30
  - Printing a Document
    30
- Shortcuts
  31
Chapter 3: Recovering Your System

33
Chapter 4: Using the Internet

43
- Learning about the Internet
  44
- Setting up an Internet Account
  45
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    45
- Using the World Wide Web
  45
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    46
  - Downloading Files
    47
- Using E-Mail
  47
  - Sending E-Mail
    48
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    48
Chapter 5: Protecting Your Notebook

49
- Hardware Security
  50
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    50
  - Computrace
    50
- Data Security
  51
- Security Updates
  56
  - Windows Update
    56
  - Bigfix
    58
- Traveling Securely
  58
Chapter 6: Using Multimedia

59
- Adjusting the Volume
  60
- Playing Music and Movies
  62
  - Playing WAV Audio Files
    62
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    63
  - Playing Cds or Dvds
    63
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  66
  - Creating Music Files
    66
  - Building a Music Library
    68
  - Editing Track Information
    69
- Creating and Editing Videos
  70
  - Editing Videos
    70
  - Transferring Your Video to Your Notebook
    70
  - Editing Your Video
    71
  - Saving Your Video
    72
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  72
  - Creating a Music CD
    72
  - Creating a Video DVD
    75
- Creating and Copying Data Cds and Dvds
  79
  - Creating a Data CD or DVD
    79
  - Copying a CD or DVD
    82
- Advanced Multimedia Software Features
  83
  - Windows Media Player Advanced Features
    83
  - Cyberlink Power2Go Advanced Features
    83
Chapter 7: Wireless Networking

85
Chapter 8: Sending and Receiving Faxes

95
- Installing and Configuring Fax
  96
  - Installing Fax
    96
  - Configuring Fax
    96
- Sending a Simple Fax
  98
- Setting up Your Cover Page Template
  100
- Faxing from Programs
  100
- Faxing a Scanned Document
  101
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  101
- Canceling a Fax
  101
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax
  102
- Automatically Canceling a Fax
  102
Chapter 9: Customizing Your Notebook

103
Chapter 10: Maintaining Your Notebook

115
- Updating Windows
  116
- Using Bigfix
  116
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  117
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    117
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    118
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    118
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    119
  - Backing up Files
    120
  - Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
    121
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  121
  - Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
    121
  - Transferring Files
    122
  - Transferring Internet Settings
    123
  - Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
    124
  - Installing Your Old Programs
    124
Index

127

Gateway NV55C57u 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

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- 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

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- 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

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- 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 NV55C57u 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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Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Help

Chapter 2: Using Windows XP

Chapter 3: Recovering Your System

Chapter 4: Using the Internet

Chapter 5: Protecting Your Notebook

Chapter 6: Using Multimedia

Chapter 7: Wireless Networking

Chapter 8: Sending and Receiving Faxes

Chapter 9: Customizing Your Notebook

Chapter 10: Maintaining Your Notebook

Index

Gateway NV55C57u 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 NV55C57u 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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