Gateway Solo 1400 Manuals

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Gateway Solo 1400 User Manual (254 pages)

Gateway Solo 1400: User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.67 MB

Table of Contents
1
1 Checking out Your Gateway Notebook

7
- Front
  8
- Left Side
  10
- Right Side
  11
- Back
  12
- Bottom
  13
- Keyboard Area
  14
- Identifying Your Model
  15
- Accessories
  16
2 Getting Started

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- Connecting the AC Adapter
  18
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    20
- Starting Your Notebook
  21
  - Waking up Your Notebook
    21
  - Turning off Your Notebook
    22
- Switching User Accounts
  23
- Status Indicators
  25
- Using the Keyboard
  26
  - Keys
    27
  - System Key Combinations
    28
  - Multi-Function Buttons
    30
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
  31
  - Using the Touchpad
    32
- Connecting the Modem
  34
- Connecting to an Ethernet Network
  35
  - Broadband Internet Connections
    35
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  36
3 Getting Help

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- Helpspot
  38
  - Helpspot Videos
    40
- Online Help
  41
- Gateway Web Site
  42
4 Windows Basics

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- About the Windows Environment
  44
- Using the Desktop
  45
  - Using the Start Menu
    46
- Identifying Window Items
  47
- Working with Files and Folders
  49
  - Viewing Drives
    49
  - Creating Folders
    50
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    51
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    52
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    54
- Searching for Files
  55
  - Using the Search Utility
    56
- Working with Documents
  58
  - Creating a New Document
    58
  - Saving a Document
    59
  - Opening a Document
    60
  - Printing a Document
    61
- Shortcuts
  62
5 Using the Internet

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- Learning about the Internet
  64
- Setting up an Internet Account
  65
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    66
- Using the World Wide Web
  67
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    68
  - Downloading Files
    69
- Using E-Mail
  70
  - Sending E-Mail
    70
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    71
6 Using Multimedia

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- Using Diskettes
  74
- Using the CD/DVD Drive
  75
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    75
- Adjusting the Volume
  76
- Listening to Cds
  79
- Recording and Playing Audio
  80
  - Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player
    82
  - Playing a DVD
    83
- Using Musicmatch
  84
  - Playing Cds
    84
  - Creating Music Files
    86
  - Editing Track Information
    87
  - Building a Music Library
    88
  - Listening to Internet Radio
    90
  - Using Advanced Features
    91
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

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- Setting up Your Cover Page
  94
  - Sending a Fax
    96
  - Faxing from Programs
    98
  - Receiving and Viewing a Fax
    98
8 Managing Power

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- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  100
- Recharging the Battery
  100
- Recalibrating the Battery
  101
- Changing Batteries
  102
- Extending Battery Life
  103
  - Conserving Battery Power
    103
  - Using Alternate Power Sources
    103
  - Changing Power Modes
    104
- Changing Power Settings
  105
  - Changing the Power Scheme
    106
  - Changing Alarm Options
    107
  - Changing Advanced Power Management Settings
    108
  - Using Hibernate Mode
    109
9 Travel Tips

111
- Modem
  112
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  112
- Files
  113
- Security
  113
- Power
  114
10 Customizing Your Notebook

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- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
  116
  - Adjusting the Color Depth
    116
  - Adjusting the Screen Resolution
    117
  - Applying a Color Scheme
    119
  - Changing the Desktop Background
    120
  - Selecting a Screen Saver
    121
- Changing the Touchpad Settings
  123
- Programming the Multi-Function Buttons
  124
- Allocating System Memory
  125
11 Upgrading Your Notebook

127
- Adding PC Cards
  128
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  130
- Installing Memory
  131
- Replacing the Hard Drive
  135
12 Networking Your Notebook

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- The Benefits of Using a Network
  138
  - Sharing a Single Internet Connection
    138
  - Sharing Drives
    138
  - Sharing Peripheral Devices
    139
  - Streaming Audio and Video Files
    139
  - Playing Multi-Player Games
    139
- Example Network
  140
- Selecting a Network Connection
  141
  - Wired Connections
    141
  - Wireless Connections
    142
  - Assessing Your Connection Needs
    143
  - Comparing Data Transfer Speed
    145
- Using a Wireless Network
  147
  - Using Wireless Ethernet
    147
- Purchasing Additional Network Equipment
  170
  - Hpna
    170
  - Ethernet
    171
  - Wireless Ethernet
    172
- For more Information
  172
13 Moving from Your Old Computer

173
- Transferring Software and Hardware from Your Old Computer
  173
14 Maintaining Your Notebook

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- Caring for Your Computer
  179
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette
  181
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  183
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  185
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    185
  - Using Disk Cleanup
    186
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    187
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    188
  - Backing up Files
    190
  - Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
    191
- Cleaning Your Computer
  192
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    192
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    193
  - Cleaning the Screen
    193
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    193
15 Restoring Software

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- Reinstalling Device Drivers
  195
- Updating Device Drivers
  197
- Reinstalling Windows
  199
- Reinstalling Programs
  200
16 Troubleshooting

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- Safety Guidelines
  204
- Troubleshooting
  205
  - First Steps
    205
  - Software Support Tools
    206
  - CD/DVD Drive
    207
  - Device Installation
    209
  - Diskette Drive
    209
  - Error-Checking
    210
  - File Management
    211
  - Hard Drive
    211
  - Internet
    212
  - Keyboard
    213
  - LCD Panel
    214
  - Memory
    214
  - Modem
    214
  - Mouse
    218
  - Networks
    219
  - Passwords
    219
  - PC Cards
    219
  - Power
    220
  - Printer
    220
  - Sound
    222
  - Video
    222
- Telephone Support
  223
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support
    223
  - Telephone Numbers
    224
- Tutoring and Training
  225
- Self-Help
  225
- Tutoring
  225
- Training
  226
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

227
- Important Safety Information
  227
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  229
- Wireless Guidance
  229
- United States of America
  231
- European Union
  236
- Laser Safety Statement
  242
Index

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Gateway Solo 1400 Install Manual (16 pages)

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Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.23 MB

Gateway Solo 1400 Replacement Manual (12 pages)

Gateway Solo 1400: User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.73 MB

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Gateway Solo 1400 User Manual (254 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Checking out Your Gateway Notebook

2 Getting Started

3 Getting Help

4 Windows Basics

5 Using the Internet

6 Using Multimedia

7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

8 Managing Power

9 Travel Tips

10 Customizing Your Notebook

11 Upgrading Your Notebook

12 Networking Your Notebook

13 Moving from Your Old Computer

14 Maintaining Your Notebook

15 Restoring Software

16 Troubleshooting

A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Index

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