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Gateway Solo 5350 User Manual (314 pages)

Gateway Solo 5350: User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 8.52 MB

Table of Contents
1
1 Checking out Your Gateway solo 5350

7
- Front
  8
- Left Side
  10
- Right Side
  11
- Back
  12
- Bottom
  14
- Keyboard Area
  16
- Identifying Your Model
  18
- Accessories
  19
2 Getting Started

21
- Connecting the AC Adapter
  22
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    24
- Starting Your Notebook
  25
  - Waking up Your Notebook
    25
  - Turning off Your Notebook
    26
- Switching User Accounts in Windows XP
  27
- Status Indicators
  29
- Using the Keyboard
  30
  - Keys
    31
  - System Key Combinations
    32
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
  34
  - Using the Touchpad
    35
- Connecting the Modem
  37
- Connecting to an Ethernet Network
  38
  - Broadband Internet Connections
    38
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  39
3 Getting Help

41
- Helpspot
  42
  - Helpspot Videos
    44
- Online Help
  45
- Gateway Web Site
  46
4 Windows Basics

47
- About the Windows Environment
  48
- Using the Desktop
  49
  - Using the Start Menu
    50
- Identifying Window Items
  51
- Working with Files and Folders
  53
  - Viewing Drives
    53
  - Creating Folders
    54
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    55
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    56
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    58
- Searching for Files
  59
  - Using the Windows XP or Windows 2000 Search Utility
    60
  - Using the Windows 98 Find Utility
    62
- Working with Documents
  64
  - Creating a New Document
    64
  - Saving a Document
    65
  - Opening a Document
    66
  - Printing a Document
    67
- Shortcuts
  68
5 Using the Internet

69
- Learning about the Internet
  70
- Setting up an Internet Account
  71
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    72
- Using the World Wide Web
  73
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    74
  - Downloading Files
    75
- Using E-Mail
  76
  - Sending E-Mail
    76
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    77
6 Using Multimedia

79
- Using Diskettes
  80
- Using the CD/DVD Drive
  81
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    81
- Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP
  82
- Adjusting the Volume in Windows 2000 and Windows 98
  86
- Listening to Cds in Windows XP and Windows 2000
  88
- Listening to Cds in Windows 98
  89
- Recording and Playing Audio
  90
  - Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player
    92
  - Playing a DVD
    93
- Using Musicmatch
  94
  - Playing Cds
    94
  - Creating Music Files
    96
  - Editing Track Information
    97
  - Building a Music Library
    98
  - Listening to Internet Radio
    100
  - Using Advanced Features
    101
- Viewing the Display on a Television
  102
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

105
- Setting up Your Cover Page
  106
  - Sending a Fax
    108
  - Faxing from Programs
    110
  - Receiving and Viewing a Fax
    110
8 Managing Power

111
- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  112
- Recharging the Battery
  113
- Recalibrating the Battery
  114
- Changing Batteries
  115
  - Installing a Second Battery
    116
- Extending Battery Life
  118
  - Conserving Battery Power
    118
  - Using Alternate Power Sources
    118
  - Changing Power Modes
    119
- Changing Power Settings
  120
  - Changing the Power Scheme
    120
  - Changing Alarm Options
    122
  - Changing Advanced Power Management Settings
    123
  - Using Hibernate Mode
    124
  - Changing Speedstep Settings
    125
9 Travel Tips

127
- Modem
  128
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  128
- Files
  129
- Security
  129
- Power
  130
10 Customizing Your Notebook

131
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
  132
  - Adjusting the Color Depth
    132
  - Adjusting the Screen Resolution
    134
  - Applying a Color Scheme
    136
  - Changing the Desktop Background
    138
  - Selecting a Screen Saver
    141
- Changing the Touchpad Settings
  143
11 Upgrading Your Notebook

145
- Adding PC Cards
  146
- Changing Bay Modules
  148
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  151
- Installing Memory
  152
- Replacing the Main Hard Drive
  156
12 Using the Port Replicator and Docking Station

157
- Checking out the Port Replicator
  157
  - Front
    158
  - Left Side
    159
  - Back
    160
  - Right Side
    162
- Connecting to the Port Replicator
  163
- Checking out the Docking Station
  165
  - Front
    165
  - Left Side
    166
  - Back
    167
  - Right Side
    169
- Connecting to the Docking Station
  171
- Installing a PCI Card in the Docking Station
  173
13 Networking Your Notebook

177
- The Benefits of Using a Network
  178
  - Sharing a Single Internet Connection
    178
  - Sharing Drives
    178
  - Sharing Peripheral Devices
    179
  - Streaming Audio and Video Files
    179
  - Playing Multi-Player Games
    179
- Example Network
  180
- Selecting a Network Connection
  181
  - Wired Connections
    181
  - Wireless Connections
    182
  - Assessing Your Connection Needs
    183
  - Comparing Data Transfer Speed
    185
- Using a Wireless Network
  187
  - Using Wireless Ethernet in Windows XP
    188
  - Using Wireless Ethernet in Windows 2000 and Windows 98
    211
- Purchasing Additional Network Equipment
  222
  - Hpna
    222
  - Ethernet
    223
  - Wireless Ethernet
    224
- For more Information
  224
14 Moving from Your Old Computer

225
- Transferring Software and Hardware from Your Old Computer
  225
15 Maintaining Your Notebook

231
- Caring for Your Computer
  231
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette
  233
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  237
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  239
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    239
  - Using Disk Cleanup
    240
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    241
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    243
  - Backing up Files
    245
  - Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
    246
- Cleaning Your Computer
  247
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    247
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    248
  - Cleaning the Screen
    248
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    248
16 Restoring Software

251
- Reinstalling Device Drivers
  251
  - Reinstalling Device Drivers in Windows
    251
- Updating Device Drivers in Windows
  253
- Reinstalling Windows
  255
- Reinstalling Programs
  257
17 Troubleshooting

259
- Safety Guidelines
  260
- Troubleshooting
  261
  - First Steps
    261
  - Software Support Tools
    262
  - CD/DVD Drive
    263
  - Device Installation
    265
  - Diskette Drive
    266
  - Error-Checking
    267
  - File Management
    268
  - Hard Drive
    268
  - Internet
    269
  - Keyboard
    270
  - LCD Panel
    271
  - Memory
    271
  - Modem
    271
  - Mouse
    276
  - Networks
    276
  - Passwords
    277
  - PC Cards
    277
  - Power
    277
  - Printer
    278
  - Scandisk
    280
  - Sound
    280
  - Touchpad
    280
  - Video
    281
- Telephone Support
  282
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support
    282
  - Telephone Numbers
    283
- Tutoring and Training
  284
  - Self-Help
    284
  - Tutoring
    284
  - Training
    285
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

287
- Important Safety Information
  287
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  289
- Wireless Guidance
  289
- United States of America
  291
- European Union
  296
- Laser Safety Statement
  302
Index

305

Gateway Solo 5350 User Manual (52 pages)

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Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 0.46 MB

Table of Contents
1
1 Checking out Your Gateway solo 5350

3
- Top
  4
- Front
  4
- Left
  5
- Right
  5
- Back
  6
- Bottom
  6
- Identifying Your Model
  7
- Accessories
  8
2 Getting Started

9
- Connecting the AC Adapter
  10
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    11
- Starting Your Notebook
  11
  - Waking up Your Notebook
    11
- Turning off Your Notebook
  12
- Using the Keyboard
  12
  - Keys
    12
- Using the Multi-Function Keys
  14
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
  14
  - Using the Touchpad
    14
  - Using the Rocker Switch
    15
- Connecting the Modem
  16
- Connecting to an Ethernet Network
  16
  - Broadband Internet Connections
    16
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  17
3 Windows Basics

19
- About the Windows Environment
  20
  - Desktop Items
    20
  - Window Items
    21
- Using the Start Menu
  22
- Working with Files and Folders
  22
  - About Drives
    22
  - About Folders and Files
    23
  - 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 Me Search Utility
  26
- Working with Documents
  27
  - Creating a New Document
    27
  - Saving a Document
    28
  - Opening a Document
    28
  - Printing a Document
    29
  - Shortcuts
    29
- Transferring Software and Hardware from Your Old Computer
  30
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

35

Gateway Solo 5350 Important Information Manual (8 pages)

Gateway Solo 5100: Product Support Bulletin

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 0.1 MB

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Gateway Solo 5350 User Manual (314 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Checking out Your Gateway solo 5350

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 Using the Port Replicator and Docking Station

13 Networking Your Notebook

14 Moving from Your Old Computer

15 Maintaining Your Notebook

16 Restoring Software

17 Troubleshooting

A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Index