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Gateway LT 1000 User Manual

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  • Page 1 USERGUIDE ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Gateway Web site ........
  • Page 4 Moving from your old computer ........61 www.gateway.com...
  • Page 5 Contents Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard .....61 Transferring files ..........62 Transferring Internet settings .
  • Page 6 Contents www.gateway.com...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Getting Help

    CHAPTER 1 Getting Help • Gateway Web site • Help and Support • Online help...

  • Page 8: Thank You For Purchasing Our Computer

    Thank you for purchasing our computer! Gateway Web site You have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. We are sure that you will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new computer. Each and every Gateway computer uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are provided with the best product possible.

  • Page 9: Using Support

    Click Tools to access utilities to help you manage your computer. Contact Us Click Contact Us to access links to customer care with a live technician, including chat and email. Click Call Us to get a list of Gateway telephone numbers for both sales and support. Gateway Web site...

  • Page 10: Help And Support

    Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway computer. To start Help and Support: Click Start, then click Help and Support. Help and Support opens.

  • Page 11: Online Help

    Online help Online help Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button.
  • Page 12 CHAPTER 1: Getting Help www.gateway.com...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Using Windows Xp

    CHAPTER 2 Using Windows XP • About the Windows desktop • Identifying window items • Working with files and folders • Searching for files • Working with documents • Shortcuts...

  • Page 14: About The Windows Desktop

    The Start button provides access to programs, files, help for Windows and other programs, and computer tools and utilities. Click the Start button, then open a file or program by clicking an item on the menu that opens. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 15: Using The Start Menu

    Using the Start menu Help and Support For more information about the Windows Start menu, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows Start menu in the Search box, then click the arrow. Desktop Description elements The Recycle Bin is where files, folders, and programs that you discarded are stored.

  • Page 16: Adding Icons To The Desktop

    Title Menu Every program window looks a little different because each has its own menus, icons, and controls. Most windows include these items: Window item www.gateway.com Clos Maximi Minimi Description The title bar is the horizontal bar at the top of a window that shows the window title.
  • Page 17 Identifying window items Window item Description Clicking the maximize button expands the active window to fit the entire computer display. Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to its former size. Clicking the close button closes the active window or program.

  • Page 18: Working With Files And Folders

    Disket 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 Show the contents of this drive. www.gateway.com Disc driv...

  • Page 19: Creating Folders

    Creating folders Help and Support For more information about creating files and folders, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword creating files and folders in the Search box, then click the arrow. Folders are much like the folders in a file cabinet. They can contain files and other folders.

  • Page 20: Copying And Moving Files And Folders

    Open the destination folder. With the pointer inside the destination folder, right-click. Click Paste. The file or folder you moved appears in its new location and is removed from its old location. www.gateway.com “Searching for files” on page “Searching for files” on page...

  • Page 21: Deleting Files And Folders

    Deleting files and folders Help and Support For more information about deleting files and folders, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword deleting files and folders in the Search box, then click the arrow. Caution Emptying the Recycle Bin permanently erases any files or folders in the bin.

  • Page 22: Browsing For Files And Folders

    If you do not see the contents of a folder, click Show the contents of this drive or Show the contents of this folder. Continue double-clicking folders and their subfolders until you find the file or folder you want. www.gateway.com . The My Computer window opens. OMPUTER...

  • Page 23: Searching For Files

    Searching for files Using the Windows Search utility Help and Support For more information about searching for files and folders, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword searching in the Search box, then click the arrow.
  • Page 24 You can search by the: Date the file was created or modified. ■ Size of the file. ■ Type of file, such as a program or a text document. ■ www.gateway.com...

  • Page 25: Working With Documents

    Working with documents Creating a new document Computer documents include word processing files, spreadsheet files, or other similar files. The basic methods of creating, saving, opening, and printing a document apply to most of these types of files. The following examples show how to create, save, open, and print a document ®...

  • Page 26: Saving A Document

    Click the arrow button to open the Save in list, then click the folder where you want to save the file. If you do not see the folder you want, browse through the folders listed below the Save in list. Type a new file name in the File name box. Click Save. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 27: Opening A Document

    Opening a document Help and Support For more information about opening documents, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword opening files in the Search box, then click the arrow. Printing a document Help and Support For more information about printing documents, click Start, then click Help and Support.

  • Page 28: Shortcuts

    Click the file or folder, press F2, type the new name, then press folder NTER Close the active Press A window or program Switch to a different Press A file, folder, or running program www.gateway.com + C. + X. + V. HIFT ELETE + F4. key, then HIFT . The file...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3: Using The Internet

    CHAPTER 3 Using the Internet • Learning about the Internet • Setting up an Internet account • Using the World Wide Web • Using email...

  • Page 30: Learning About The Internet

    “Using the World Wide Web” on page An email program—a program that lets you create, send, and receive e-mail ■ messages over the Internet. An email program was included with your computer. For more information, see www.gateway.com “Using email” on page...

  • Page 31: Setting Up An Internet Account

    Setting up an Internet account Accessing your Internet account Help and Support For general information about using Internet accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword ISP in the Search box, then click the arrow. Using the World Wide Web Before you can view the information on the World Wide Web, you need to set up an Internet account with an Internet service provider (ISP).

  • Page 32: 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 GO on the browser address bar. - OR - On the current Web page, click a link to a Web site.

  • Page 33: Downloading Files

    Downloading files Caution To protect your computer against viruses, make sure that you scan the files you download. For more information, “Using Windows XP Security Center” on page Help and Support For general information about downloading files, click Start, then click Help and Support.

  • Page 34: Sending Email

    Click Start, then click E-mail. Your default email program opens. Click Send/Receive or Send/Recv. Double-click the message you want to read. For more information about managing and organizing your email messages, see the online help in your email program. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 35: Chapter 4: Protecting Your Computer

    CHAPTER 4 Protecting your computer • Data security • Security updates...

  • Page 36: Data Security

    Make sure that you use a password you can remember. The password feature is very secure, and you cannot bypass it. If you forget your password, you will have to return your computer to Gateway so we can reset it. Windows XP user accounts Help and Support...

  • Page 37: Security Updates

    Security updates Modifying security settings To modify security settings: Click Start, Control Panel, then double-click Security Center. The Windows Security Center dialog box opens. Click Internet Options or Windows Firewall. For more information about the Windows Security Center, click Get help about Security Center.

  • Page 38: Windows Update

    ■ hardware driver updates. These updates include security updates. Windows XP Security Center Use the Windows XP Security Center to schedule automatic updates. Windows can routinely check for the latest important updates for your computer and install them automatically. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 39 To schedule automatic updates: Click Start, Control Panel, then double-click Security Center. Click Automatic Updates. The Automatic Updates dialog box opens. Make your changes to the schedule settings, then click OK. Security updates...
  • Page 40 Chapter 1: Protecting your computer www.gateway.com...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 Wireless Networking

    CHAPTER 5 Wireless Networking • Wireless networking • Setting up your wireless network • Testing your network • Sharing resources • Using the network • Adding devices to your network...

  • Page 42: Wireless Networking

    Internet, send email, share files and folders with other networked computers, and access other devices, like a printer or scanner. Cable or DSL modem For a wireless network you need: Your Gateway computer with built-in wireless networking ■ A broadband Internet connection ■ An access point ■...

  • Page 43: Setting Up Your Wireless Network

    Setting up your wireless network Making sure your broadband connection works Important If you do not have a broadband connection already installed, make the necessary arrangements with your ISP. Be sure to find out when the line will be activated.

  • Page 44: Testing Your Network

    You will need to manually add the network to your computer. Now that your home network is set up, log onto your computer and access a favorite Internet Web site. If you are unable to connect to the Internet: www.gateway.com “Testing...

  • Page 45: Sharing Resources

    Sharing resources Sharing drives and printers Important To share a printer among the network computers, each computer must have the shared printer’s drivers installed. Follow the instructions included with your printer to install the printer drivers on each computer.
  • Page 46 To un-share drives or folders: In My Computer or Windows Explorer, right-click the drive or folder that you want to un-share, then click Sharing and Security. Make sure that the Share this folder on the network check box is not selected. Click OK. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 47: Using The Network

    Using the network Viewing shared drives and folders Help and Support For more information about workgroups, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword workgroups in the Search box, then click the arrow. Mapping a network drive...

  • Page 48: Opening Files Across The Network

    Browse to the network drive that contains the file you want to copy. Browse to the file you want to copy. Click the file. Click Edit, then click Copy. Double-click the folder where you want to copy the file to. Click Edit, then click Paste. www.gateway.com “Viewing shared drives...

  • Page 49: Printing Files Across The Network

    Printing files across the network Important Before you can print a file across the network, you must install the driver for the printer on the computer you are sending the file from. You can obtain the printer driver and installation...
  • Page 50 Chapter 1: Wireless Networking www.gateway.com...

  • Page 51: Chapter 6: Customizing Your Computer

    CHAPTER 6 Customizing Your computer • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings • Changing the mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings • Adding and modifying user accounts...

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Screen And Desktop Settings

    Right-click any empty space on the desktop, then click Properties. The Display Properties dialog box opens. Click the Settings tab. Click the arrow button to open the Color quality list, then click the color depth you want. Click OK, then click Yes. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Screen Resolution

    Adjusting the screen resolution Help and Support For more information about adjusting screen resolution, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword changing screen resolution in the Search box, then click the arrow. You can increase the screen resolution to fit more icons on your desktop, or you can decrease the resolution to make reading the display easier.

  • Page 54: Changing The Colors On Your Windows Desktop

    Change the color or font settings for the item. Click OK, then click the Themes tab. Click Save As, type a name for the new theme, then click OK twice. The new colors appear on your desktop. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 55: Changing The Desktop Background

    Changing the desktop background Help and Support For more information about changing the desktop background, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword changing desktop background in the Search box, then click the arrow. Selecting a screen saver...
  • Page 56 On resume, display Welcome screen check box. If you want to change the time before the screen saver is activated, ■ click the up or down arrows next to the Wait box. Click OK. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 57: Changing The Mouse, Touchpad, Or Pointing Device Settings

    Changing the mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings Changing mouse settings Help and Support For more information about changing mouse settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword mouse settings in the Search box, then click the arrow.

  • Page 58: Programming The Buttons

    To adjust writing pad, writing tools, and speech settings: Tap or click the Keyboard icon Tap or click the Tools and Options icon Tap or click a tab, then change the input panel settings. www.gateway.com in the taskbar, then tap , then tap or click Options.

  • Page 59: Adding And Modifying User Accounts

    Adding and modifying user accounts Help and Support For more information about user accounts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword user accounts in the Search box, then click the arrow. Caution If you click Log Off, any programs that were running may be turned off.
  • Page 60 CHAPTER 6: Customizing Your computer www.gateway.com...

  • Page 61: Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Computer

    CHAPTER 7 Maintaining Your computer • Updating Windows • Managing hard drive space • Moving from your old computer...

  • Page 62: Updating Windows

    To run Windows Update: Connect to the Internet. Click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Update. Follow the on-screen instructions. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 63: Managing Hard Drive Space

    Managing hard drive space Checking hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you can use to manage your hard drive. To check hard drive space: Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window opens. Right-click the drive that you want to check for available file space, then click Properties.

  • Page 64: Deleting Unnecessary Files

    If you use your computer several hours every day, you probably want to run Error-checking once a week. If you use your computer less frequently, once a month may be adequate. Also use Error-checking if you encounter hard drive problems. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 65: Defragmenting The Hard Drive

    Defragmenting the hard drive Help and Support For more information about defragmenting the hard drive, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword defragmenting in the Search box, then click the arrow. To check the hard drive for errors: Click Start, then click My Computer.

  • Page 66: Backing Up Files

    Use a backup device, such as a recordable drive or network storage, to do a complete hard drive backup. If you do not have a high-capacity backup device and you want to purchase one, visit the Accessories Store at accessories.gateway.com. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 67: Scheduling Maintenance Tasks

    Scheduling maintenance tasks Important Your computer must be on during scheduled tasks. If your computer is off, scheduled tasks will not run. Help and Support For more information about Scheduled Tasks Wizard, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Scheduled Task Wizard in the Search box, then click the arrow.

  • Page 68: Transferring Files

    .DOC, .TXT, .RTF, .HTM, .HTML, .DOT Spreadsheets .XLS, .XLT, .TXT Pictures .JPG, .BMP, .GIF, .PDF, .PCT, .TIF, .PNG, .EPS Movies .MPEG, .MPG, .AVI, .GIF, .MOV Sound and Music .WAV, .CDA, .MP3, .MID, .MIDI, .WMA www.gateway.com “Wireless networking” on 63, or “Searching...

  • Page 69: Transferring Internet Settings

    Transferring Internet settings Help and Support For more information about setting up an Internet connection in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Internet connection in the Search box, then click the arrow. To find files using Find or Search: In Windows XP, click Start, then click Search.

  • Page 70: Installing Your Old Printer Or Scanner

    ID keys that may be required for program installation and registration. Remember to check the publisher’s Web site for important program updates. If you have trouble after installing your old programs, you can restore your computer’s previous settings using System Restore. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 71 Gateway may improve and/or change products described in this publication at any time. Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com.
  • Page 72 Chapter 1: Maintaining Your computer www.gateway.com...

  • Page 73: Index

    Start menu Disk Cleanup Disk Defragmenter display changing resolution properties using screen saver documentation Gateway Web site help Help and Support online help documents creating opening printing saving downloading files drivers...
  • Page 74 Search utility searching for files and folders in Help and Support sharing drives folders printer shortcuts adding to desktop closing programs closing windows copying cutting deleting files and folders www.gateway.com...
  • Page 75 See programs Start button Start menu starting programs Support using taskbar title bar touchpad changing settings transferring...
  • Page 76 Index www.gateway.com...
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