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Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Identifying your model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Protecting from power source problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Starting your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Waking up your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Turning off your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
System key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Multi-function buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Using the EZ Pad touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using the rocker switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Connecting the modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Connecting to an Ethernet network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Broadband Internet connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
HelpSpot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
HelpSpot Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Online help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Gateway Web site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
About the Windows environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Desktop items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Window items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Using the Start menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Gateway Web site ........ - Page 2 Working with files and folders .........48 About drives .
- Page 3 Building a music library ......... . . 94 Changing the music library display settings .
- Page 4 Playing multi-player games ........149 Introducing the Gateway Connected Home ......150 Components of a Gateway Connected Home .
- Page 5 Telephone support ..........211 Before calling Gateway Technical Support ......211 Telephone numbers .
- Page 6 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information ..... .215 Index ............. . 231...
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Page 7: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 1200
Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 1200 Tips & Tricks To access the contents of this manual while you are traveling, download an electronic copy from www.gateway.com/support/manlib/. www.gateway.com... -
Page 8: Front
Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 1200 Front Cover release latch Component Description Cover release latch Open notebook cover by pressing the release latch. www.gateway.com... -
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“Adding a PC Card” on page 138. Diskette drive Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into this drive. For more information, see “Using diskettes” on page 82. Diskette drive eject button Press the eject button to remove a diskette from the drive. www.gateway.com... -
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Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 1200 Right Power indicator Battery charge indicator Modem jack CD drive CD drive CD drive eject Microphone indicator button jack Headphone jack Component Icon Description CD drive Insert CDs into this drive. For more information, see “Using the CD drive”... - Page 11 Icon Description Power indicator Lights up when the notebook is turned on and shows notebook power status: LED on – notebook is ON. LED off – notebook is OFF or in Hibernate. LED flashing – notebook is in Standby. www.gateway.com...
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Page 12: Back
Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 1200 Back USB ports Parallel port Monitor port Power connector Ethernet jack Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description USB ports Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, or camera) into these ports. -
Page 13: Bottom
Memory bay Install a memory module in this bay. Battery release latch Slide to release the battery. Battery Insert the battery into this bay. System identification Find the product model number and serial number on label this label. www.gateway.com... -
Page 14: Identifying Your Model
Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 1200 Identifying your model The label on the bottom of your computer contains information that identifies your notebook model. Gateway Technical Support will need this information if you call for assistance. Label information varies by model. Gateway... -
Page 15: Accessories
Accessories Accessories Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your notebook. Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so that you can swap batteries when necessary. - Page 16 Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 1200 www.gateway.com...
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Page 17: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway notebook. Read this chapter to find out: How to connect the AC adapter How to start and turn off your notebook How to use the keyboard How to use the EZ Pad™ touchpad... -
Page 18: Connecting The Ac Adapter
Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. Warning Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or the notebook may be damaged. www.gateway.com... - Page 19 Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. www.gateway.com...
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Page 20: Protecting From Power Source Problems
If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. During an electrical storm, unplug both the surge protector and the modem. www.gateway.com... -
Page 21: Starting Your Notebook
Starting your notebook Starting your notebook To start the notebook: Open your notebook by pressing the latch on the front of your notebook and lifting the LCD panel. Press the power button located above the keyboard. Power button www.gateway.com... -
Page 22: Waking Up Your Notebook
Standby. While in Standby, the power indicator light flashes. If your notebook has gone into Standby mode, “wake” it up by pressing the power button. For more information on changing power-saving settings, see “Managing Power” on page 107. www.gateway.com... -
Page 23: Turning Off Your Notebook
Click . Windows shuts down and turns off your notebook. Important If for some reason you cannot use the Shut down option in Windows to turn off your notebook, press and hold the power button for about five seconds. www.gateway.com... -
Page 24: Status Indicators
Chapter 2: Getting Started Status indicators Caps lock Diskette drive Pad lock Hard drive Scroll lock CD drive www.gateway.com... - Page 25 This light turns When... on... Caps Lock is turned on. Pad Lock is turned on. Scroll Lock is turned on. The notebook is accessing the diskette drive. The notebook is accessing the hard drive. The notebook is accessing the CD drive. www.gateway.com...
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Page 26: Using The Keyboard
You can attach an external keyboard to the notebook using a USB port. You do not need to shut down the notebook to connect a USB keyboard. System Numeric Navigation System keys keys keypad keys Windows Windows Application Arrow keys www.gateway.com... -
Page 27: Keys
F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). Application key Press for quick access to shortcut menus and help assistants in Windows. Arrow keys Press these keys to move the cursor up, down, right, or left. www.gateway.com... -
Page 28: System Key Combinations
(This function is only available in some programs.) Pause execution of a DOS program. (This function is only available in some programs.) Stop the currently running DOS program. (This function is only available in some programs.) Increase the volume. www.gateway.com... - Page 29 Using the keyboard Press and hold F while To... pressing this system key... Decrease the volume. Mute the volume. www.gateway.com...
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Page 30: Multi-Function Buttons
Chapter 2: Getting Started Multi-function buttons User-defined E-mail Internet Help shortcut Button Icon Press to... E-mail Open your e-mail program. Internet Open your Web browser. www.gateway.com... - Page 31 Using the keyboard Button Icon Press to... Help Open online help. User-defined shortcut Open the program you assign to this key. www.gateway.com...
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Page 32: Using The Ez Pad Touchpad
You can use the EZ-Pad left and right buttons below the touchpad to select objects. You can scroll, zoom, autoscroll, and pan using the rocker switch between the touchpad buttons. Scrolling capabilities are available in some Windows applications, including Microsoft Office. www.gateway.com... -
Page 33: Using The Touchpad
This action is called double-clicking. Access a Position the pointer over the shortcut menu or object. Quickly press and find more release the right button once. information This action is called about an object right-clicking. on the screen. www.gateway.com... -
Page 34: Using The Rocker Switch
Hold down both sides or the middle of the rocker switch and swipe your finger across the Touchpad to scroll quickly, either vertically or horizontally. Lift your finger from the touchpad to quit scrolling. www.gateway.com... -
Page 35: Connecting The Modem
Insert the other end of the telephone cord into a telephone wall jack. The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. Start your notebook, then start your communications software. www.gateway.com... -
Page 36: Connecting To An Ethernet Network
Insert the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack. Ask your network administrator to help you select the correct network jack. Your notebook is now physically connected to the network. Your network administrator can help you log onto your network. www.gateway.com... -
Page 37: Broadband Internet Connections
You can use your computer’s Ethernet jack for more than just networking. Many broadband Internet connections, such as cable modems and DSL modems, connect to your computer’s Ethernet jack. For more information, see “Using the Internet” on page 71 and “Networking Your Computer” on page 147. www.gateway.com... -
Page 38: Installing A Printer, Scanner, Or Other Peripheral Device
After doing this, you can disconnect and reconnect the device at any time. Parallel devices are not plug-and-play. Refer to the device documentation for detailed information and installation instructions. www.gateway.com... -
Page 39: Getting Help
This chapter tells you about additional information resources available to help you use your computer. It includes the following topics: ™ HelpSpot Online help Gateway Web site Tips & Tricks To access the contents of this manual while you are traveling, download an electronic copy from www.gateway.com/support/manlib/. -
Page 40: Helpspot
Help information, troubleshooters, instructional videos, and automated support. Use HelpSpot to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway computer. To start HelpSpot: Click... - Page 41 You can find help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. To learn about how to work with documents and programs, use your mouse, and other topics, click the link on Getting Started the HelpSpot main page. www.gateway.com...
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Page 42: Helpspot Videos
HelpSpot contains several short videos to help introduce you to new concepts or show you how to perform various tasks. To play a HelpSpot video: To watch a video in HelpSpot, click on the HelpSpot navigation Videos bar, then click a video title. The video plays. www.gateway.com... -
Page 43: Online Help
Help by clicking a button. Help You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. www.gateway.com... -
Page 44: Gateway Web Site
Chapter 3: Getting Help Gateway Web site Gateway provides a variety of information on its Web site to help you use your computer. Visit the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com for: Technical documentation and product manuals Technical tips and support... - Page 45 Gateway Web site You can access the following resources through the Gateway Web site or through HelpSpot: Resource Service description Location Gateway This utility automatically finds, downloads, and www.gateway.com/ Update Utility installs the latest drivers for your support/index.shtml Gateway-supplied hardware.
- Page 46 To use this service, fill out the eSales Advisor -OR- Questionnaire. The eSales Advisor will contact you by telephone and discuss the Gateway HelpSpot solution that best fits your needs. Order Status Get information on whether your order has been www.gateway.com...
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Page 47: Windows Basics
Read this chapter to get basic information on how to: Work on the Windows desktop Manage files and folders Work with documents Use shortcuts Transfer software from your old computer HelpSpot For more information on using Windows, double-click the HelpSpot icon on your desktop. www.gateway.com... -
Page 48: About The Windows Environment
The desktop is like the top of a real desk. Think of the desktop as your personalized work space where you open programs and perform other tasks. Your desktop may be different from the example shown below, depending on how your computer is set up. www.gateway.com... -
Page 49: Desktop Items
Service Provider). Double-click the America Online Included icon to dial the service. Gateway has provided an easily accessible interactive guide called HelpSpot. This guide is designed to provide help information and let you quickly discover and use the features of your computer. - Page 50 The taskbar is the bar at the bottom of the screen. It contains the Start button on the left and a clock on the right. Other buttons on the taskbar represent programs that are running. Click a program’s button on the taskbar to open the program’s window. www.gateway.com...
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Page 51: Window Items
When you double-click the icon for a drive, folder, file, or program, a window opens on the desktop. This example shows the window, which Local Disk (C:) opens after double-clicking the icon in the My Computer Local Disk (C:) window. Close Title bar button Menu bar Maximize button Minimize button www.gateway.com... - Page 52 Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to its former size. Clicking the close button closes the active window or program. Clicking an item on the menu bar starts an action such as Print or Save. www.gateway.com...
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Page 53: Using The Start Menu
When you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has an arrow next to it, another menu, or submenu, opens and reveals related files, programs, or commands. Click a file or program to open it. www.gateway.com... -
Page 54: Working With Files And Folders
You may Disk (C:) 3½ Floppy (A:) also have more drives such as a CD drive. To view the drives on your computer: Double-click the icon on your desktop. My Computer Drives www.gateway.com... - Page 55 Working with files and folders To see the files and folders on a drive: Double-click the drive icon. If you do not see the contents of a drive after you double-click its icon, click View the entire contents of this drive www.gateway.com...
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Page 56: About Folders And Files
[this drive or this folder]. View the entire contents of Select , then , then . The new folder is created. File Folder Type a name for the folder, then press E . The new folder name NTER appears under the folder. www.gateway.com... -
Page 57: Copying And Moving Files And Folders
Right-click the file or folder that you want to copy. A menu opens on the desktop. Select from the menu. Copy Open the destination folder. With the pointer inside the destination folder, press the right mouse button. Select . A copy of the file or folder appears in the new location. Paste www.gateway.com... - Page 58 Open the destination folder. With the pointer inside the destination folder, press the right mouse button. Select . The file or folder you moved appears in its new location and Paste is removed from its old location. www.gateway.com...
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Page 59: Deleting Files And Folders
Select the files or folders that you want to restore. For instructions on how to select multiple files and folders, see “Shortcuts” on page 64. Select , then . Windows returns the deleted files or folders to their File Restore original locations. www.gateway.com... - Page 60 The Recycle Bin window Recycle Bin opens. Click , then File Empty Recycle Bin Windows asks you if you are sure that you want to empty the bin. Click . Windows permanently deletes all the files in the Recycle Bin. www.gateway.com...
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Page 61: Browsing For Files And Folders
Double-click the drive or folder that you think contains the file or folder that you want to find. Continue double-clicking folders and their subfolders until you find the file or folder you want. (If you do not see the contents of a folder, click View the entire contents of this folder www.gateway.com... -
Page 62: Searching For Files
Time period in which it was created or modified You can also combine search criteria to refine searches. Files and folders found using these utilities can be opened, copied, cut, renamed, or deleted directly from the list in the results window. www.gateway.com... -
Page 63: Using The Windows Search Utility
If you type all of the name, Search will list all files and folders of that name. If you type part of the name, Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed. www.gateway.com... - Page 64 Date during a specific period. searches for files of a specific size. Size searches for files of a specific type, such as a program or a text Type document. give you access to further search options. Advanced Options www.gateway.com...
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Page 65: Working With Documents
Microsoft Word. Though these examples use Microsoft Word, similar procedures apply to other programs such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Works, and Microsoft Publisher. For more information about using a program, select on the menu bar. Help www.gateway.com... -
Page 66: Creating A New Document
Click a tab for the type of document you want to create, select a document template style, then click . The document template opens. Begin composing your document. Use the menus and toolbar buttons at the top of the window to format the document. www.gateway.com... -
Page 67: Saving A Document
Select , then . The Save As dialog box opens. File Save Select the folder in which you plan to save the file from the list. Save in Type the new file name. File folder File name Click Save www.gateway.com... -
Page 68: Opening A Document
Select , then File Open Find the folder that contains the file you want to open in the list. Look in File folder File name Double-click the document file name. The document opens. www.gateway.com... -
Page 69: Printing A Document
Make sure that the printer is turned on and loaded with paper. Start Microsoft Word and open a document. Select , then . The Print dialog box opens. File Print Select the print options, then click . The document prints. www.gateway.com... -
Page 70: Shortcuts
Rename a file or folder Select the file or folder, press F2, type the new name, then press E NTER Close the active window or program Press A + F4. Switch to a different file, folder, or Press A running program www.gateway.com... -
Page 71: Transferring Software And Hardware From Your Old Computer
This program, with its special USB cable, helps you do this quickly and efficiently. To order the Gateway Data Mover Plus kit, visit the Gateway Accessory Store at www.gateway.com. - Page 72 , then . The Search Results Start Search For Files or Folders window opens. Use Windows Search to locate data files by file name or file type. For help on finding files, click , then select Help Help Topics www.gateway.com...
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Page 73: Transferring Internet Settings
Transferring your Internet shortcuts You can export and import your old bookmarks (Netscape Navigator) or favorites (Microsoft Internet Explorer). For more information, refer to your Internet browser program’s online help. www.gateway.com... -
Page 74: Reinstalling Your Old Printer Or Scanner
Add Printer Install your printer by following the on-screen instructions. Refer to your peripheral device’s user guide for installation information and tips. Because most installation software is periodically updated, you should also check the publisher’s Web site for driver updates. www.gateway.com... -
Page 75: Reinstalling Your Old Programs
Remember to check the publisher’s Web site for important program updates. Tips & Tricks If your new computer comes with a newer version of a program, it is usually best to use the newer version than to reinstall the old one. www.gateway.com... - Page 76 Chapter 4: Windows Basics www.gateway.com...
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Page 77: Using The Internet
Internet This chapter provides information about the Internet and the World Wide ® Web, and tells you how to set up the America Online Internet service so that you can send and receive e-mail and access other Internet resources. www.gateway.com... -
Page 78: Learning About The Internet
Internet and your e-mail messages. A Web browser – a program that displays information from the World Wide Web. An e-mail program – a program that lets you create, send, and receive e-mail messages over the Internet. www.gateway.com... -
Page 79: Setting Up An Internet Account
Windows desktop, look for the icon located in the America Online Included Online Services folder on the Windows desktop. Follow the on-screen instructions. After setting up your account, you can connect to the Internet and access your e-mail services. www.gateway.com... -
Page 80: Accessing Your Internet Account
Make sure that your computer disconnects correctly from your Internet account. If you do not have an “unlimited hours” ISP account, you may have to pay for the time that you are connected, even if you are not at the computer. www.gateway.com... -
Page 81: Using The World Wide Web
You can identify a link by moving the mouse pointer over it. If the pointer changes to a hand, the item is a link. To learn more about using the Web browser features, select in the menu Help bar. Link page Linked Web page www.gateway.com... -
Page 82: Connecting To A Web Site
To go to a different Web site, type the address (called a URL for “Universal Resource Locator”) in the browser address bar (for example www.gateway.com) then click on the browser address bar. - OR - On the current Web page, click a link to a Web site. -
Page 83: Downloading Files
Internet conditions. Open the folder that you created. Install or view the downloaded file by double-clicking it. If applicable, follow the instructions provided on the Web site to run or install the program. www.gateway.com... -
Page 84: Using E-Mail
Type the e-mail address of the recipient you want to send e-mail to in box. Send To Type the subject of your e-mail in the box. Subject Type the e-mail message. When finished, click . Your e-mail is sent over the Internet to Send Now the e-mail address you specified. www.gateway.com... -
Page 85: Checking Your E-Mail
HelpSpot icon on your desktop. To check your e-mail using America Online: Connect to your America Online account. Click Read For more information about managing and organizing your e-mail messages, see the online help in your e-mail program. www.gateway.com... - Page 86 Chapter 5: Using the Internet www.gateway.com...
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Page 87: Using Multimedia
This chapter provides information on using the multimedia capabilities of your notebook. Read this chapter to learn how to: Use the diskette drive Use the CD drive Play CDs Record and play audio files Use Windows Media Player Use MusicMatch www.gateway.com... -
Page 88: Using Drives
Insert the diskette into the diskette drive with the label facing up. To access a file on the diskette, double-click the icon, the My Computer drive letter, then the file. To remove the diskette, make sure the drive activity light is off, then press the diskette eject button. www.gateway.com... -
Page 89: Using The Cd Drive
You can use your computer to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features, such as playing games and listening to audio CDs. To insert a CD: Press the eject button on the CD drive, then pull the disc tray completely open. www.gateway.com... - Page 90 Chapter 6: Using Multimedia Place the CD in the tray with the label up, then press down carefully on the disc until it snaps into place. Push the tray in until it is closed. www.gateway.com...
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Page 91: Adjusting The Volume
Mute -OR- On the keyboard, press the F or P keys to change the volume, or press F keys to turn off (mute) all sound. www.gateway.com... - Page 92 Properties. want to adjust, then click Drag the volume level and balance sliders for the device you want to adjust, then close the window. For more information about the volume controls, select in the Volume Control dialog box. Help www.gateway.com...
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Page 93: Listening To Music Cds
If the Windows Media Player does not open automatically when you insert the CD, open it from the Start menu by clicking , then selecting Start , then . When the media player opens, click Programs Windows Media Player (play). Play/ Stop Sound Track Pause Controls Controls www.gateway.com... -
Page 94: Recording And Playing Audio
(record), then speak into the microphone. When you finish recording, click (stop). Select , then . The Save As dialog box opens. File Save As Name the recording, specify the path, then click . The recording is Save saved. www.gateway.com... - Page 95 Open the Sound Recorder. Select , then . The Open dialog box opens. File Open Select the file you want to play, then click Open Play the file by clicking (play), then stop playing the file by clicking (stop). www.gateway.com...
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Page 96: Playing Audio And Video Files With Windows Media Player
. The Open dialog box opens. File Open Select the file you want to play, then click Open Play the file by clicking (play), then stop playing the file by clicking (stop). For more information about the Windows Media Player, select Help www.gateway.com... -
Page 97: Using Musicmatch
To play a music CD: Double-click the icon on your desktop. MusicMatch musicmatch JUKEBOX opens. Insert the music CD into the CD drive on your computer, then click the tab. The names of the music tracks appear in the playlist area. Click (play). www.gateway.com... -
Page 98: Creating Music Files
Insert a CD into the CD drive, then click (record). The Recorder window opens. In the Recorder window, select the tracks you want to record, then click (record). The tracks that you selected are copied as MP3 files to your computer’s hard drive. www.gateway.com... -
Page 99: Editing Track Information
In the Music Library window, right-click the file, then select Edit Track . The Edit Track Tag dialog box opens. Enter information such as track title, lead artist, album, and genre. Click . The new track information is displayed in the MusicMatch playlist, music library, and recorder. www.gateway.com... -
Page 100: Building A Music Library
Dragging and Dropping – Drag and drop files from Windows Explorer or your desktop to the music library. Downloading files from the Internet – When you are connected to the Internet, MP3 files that you download are automatically added to your music library. www.gateway.com... -
Page 101: Changing The Music Library Display Settings
Changing the music library display settings To change the music library display settings: In MusicMatch, select , then . The Settings window opens. Options Settings Click the tab. Music Library Select the categories that you want to display in the columns, then click www.gateway.com... -
Page 102: Listening To Internet Radio
Chapter 6: Using Multimedia Listening to Internet radio Use the Radio feature in MusicMatch to listen to Internet Radio stations. To listen to an Internet radio station: Connect to the Internet, then in MusicMatch, click Radio Stations The Radio window opens. www.gateway.com... -
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. MusicMatch connects to the station. Play Using advanced features You can also use MusicMatch to create your own music CDs and to download MP3 files to your portable MP3 player. See the online Help that came with MusicMatch. www.gateway.com... - Page 104 Chapter 6: Using Multimedia www.gateway.com...
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Page 105: Sending And Receiving Faxes
You can also receive faxes on your notebook. This chapter shows you how to: Set up a fax cover page Create and send a new fax Fax a document you created in another program Receive, view, and print a fax www.gateway.com... -
Page 106: Setting Up Your Cover Page
If PhoneTools is not open, click , then select Start Programs PhoneTools then PhoneTools Select , then select . The General Setup dialog box Setup General Setup opens. Click the tab, then type your personal information in the Customize User boxes. www.gateway.com... - Page 107 We suggest using spaces instead of hyphens in telephone and fax numbers. Click If you want to change the logo that appears on the cover page, select , then select . The Logo Management dialog box Setup Logo Management opens. Import Clear button button www.gateway.com...
- Page 108 If you want to replace the PhoneTools logo with one of your own, click the import button then select a picture for the logo. The picture must be saved in a supported format (.BMP, .DGR, .GIF, .JPG, .PCX, .T31, or .TIF) and be small enough to fit in the logo box. Click www.gateway.com...
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Page 109: Sending A Fax
For more information on sending a fax, double-click the HelpSpot icon on your desktop. To send a fax: If PhoneTools is not open, click , then select Start Programs PhoneTools then PhoneTools Click . The Send Fax Wizard opens. Send Fax www.gateway.com... - Page 110 If you want to attach a file, make sure the file is not open, then click (browse), select the file, then click Open Click , then click . The Confirm Transmissions dialog box Next Finish opens. Click . PhoneTools dials the fax number and sends your fax. Send www.gateway.com...
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Page 111: Faxing From Programs
In the program with the document open, select then select . The File, Print Print dialog box opens. Select the printer , then click . The Send Fax Wizard CAPTURE FAX BVRP opens. Complete the wizard as instructed in “Sending a fax” on page 103. www.gateway.com... -
Page 112: Receiving And Viewing A Fax
Standby power-saving mode. For information on changing power-saving settings, see “Changing automatic power settings” on page 113. To view a fax, click , then double-click the fax you want to view. Fax Inbox The fax viewer opens, where you can view and print the fax. www.gateway.com... -
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Page 114: Monitoring The Battery Charge
For more information, see “Recalibrating the battery” on page 177. Recharging the battery The battery recharges while it is installed and your notebook is connected to AC power. While the battery is recharging, the battery indicator light is orange. www.gateway.com... -
Page 115: Changing Batteries
Your notebook must be plugged into AC or turned off while changing the batteries. Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the Gateway Solo 1200 NiMH battery. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. - Page 116 Chapter 8: Managing Power Hold the latch forward and lift the battery straight out from the notebook. Slide the recharged battery into the bay and snap it into place. Open the notebook and press the power button. www.gateway.com...
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Page 117: Extending Battery Life
Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. To find AC power outlets in airports, look for them next to support pillars, in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of telephones. www.gateway.com... -
Page 118: Changing Power Modes
...then computer is... want to... Start up Press the power button. Press F Enter TANDBY Standby mode Exit Press the power button. Standby mode Standby mode Shut down Click Start, then select Shut Down, Shut down, then click OK. www.gateway.com... -
Page 119: Changing Automatic Power Settings
Alarms can alert you when the battery charge is low. Advanced power settings let you assign different power-saving modes to the power button and Standby key. You can also select which power-saving mode is activated when you close the LCD panel. www.gateway.com... - Page 120 Set the timers for , and System stand by Turn off monitor Turn off hard disks then save your custom power scheme by clicking and typing in Save As a name for the scheme. Save the changes by clicking www.gateway.com...
- Page 121 If you do not see the icon, click Power Options view all Control Panel options Double-click the icon. The Power Options Properties dialog Power Options box opens. Click the tab. Alarms Adjust the alarm settings, then save the changes by clicking www.gateway.com...
- Page 122 Control Panel options Double-click the icon. The Power Options Properties dialog Power Options box opens. Click the tab. Advanced Select a power-saving mode to be activated by closing the lid or pressing the power button, then save the changes by clicking www.gateway.com...
- Page 123 To use Hibernate as a power-saving mode, click the tab, select Advanced as one of the advanced power settings, then save the changes Hibernate by clicking To manually activate Hibernate mode, click , then select Start Shut Down then , then click Hibernate www.gateway.com...
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Page 125: Travel Tips
Using your radio frequency wireless connections Transferring files Protecting your notebook from loss and theft Managing your notebook’s power efficiently Tips & Tricks To access the contents of this manual while you are traveling, download an electronic copy from www.gateway.com/support/manlib/. www.gateway.com... -
Page 126: Modem
Wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. IEEE 802.11b (also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi) and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices which use wireless to communicate. www.gateway.com... -
Page 127: Files
The password feature is very secure, with no easy way to recover a forgotten password. If you forget your password, you must return your notebook to Gateway for service. Call Gateway Technical Support for instructions. www.gateway.com... -
Page 128: Power
For information on conserving battery power, see “Conserving battery power” on page 111. For information on using alternate power sources, see “Using alternate power sources” on page 111. For information on monitoring the battery charge, see “Monitoring the battery charge” on page 108. www.gateway.com... -
Page 129: Customizing Your Notebook
This chapter provides information about customizing your computer by changing settings in Windows or the system BIOS. You can: Change screen and display settings Change the background and screen saver Adjust the touchpad settings Program the multi-function buttons on the keyboard Allocate system memory www.gateway.com... -
Page 130: Adjusting The Screen And Desktop Settings
For more information on adjusting the color depth, double-click the HelpSpot icon on your desktop. To change the color depth: Click , then select , then The Control Panel Start Settings Control Panel. window opens. Click/Double-click the icon. The Display Properties window Display opens. www.gateway.com...