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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Gateway contact information ........
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  • Page 5 Before calling Gateway Customer Care ........
  • Page 6 www.gateway.com...

  • Page 7: Getting Help

    Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the Gateway Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using Your Computer guide • Using online help • Contacting Gateway...

  • Page 8: Thank You For Purchasing Our Computer

    Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for purchasing our computer! 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: Gateway Web Site

    Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your computer. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. Using Support The Support site is divided into seven major areas: ■...
  • Page 10 . To view support documents for your computer, Computers box, then click Serial Number Select Your Computer Product to get a list of Gateway telephone numbers for both sales and “Telephone support” on page www.gateway.com Submit box, then click Profile...

  • Page 11: Help And Support

    Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of help information, troubleshooters, and automated 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: ■...

  • Page 12: Searching For A Topic

    To learn more about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, click box. Search box. You must be connected to the Search Search Results , then click Accessories System Tools , then click Help Tutorial www.gateway.com Search button. list. BigFix...

  • Page 13: Using Your Computer Guide

    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. , then click Gateway Documentation menu or by clicking a Help www.gateway.com Using Your Computer guide button.

  • Page 14: Gateway Contact Information

    Chapter 1: Getting Help Gateway contact information To help you locate Gateway contact information, you can find the Gateway Web site, Online Support, and technical support contact information on the label located on your computer case. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 15: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer

    Chapter 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Computer • Identifying features • Locating your computer model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your computer • Purchasing accessories...

  • Page 16: Front

    Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Front Speaker Headphone jack Microphone jack Component Icon Display controls Speakers Headphone jack Microphone jack Volume control buttons Display controls Memory card CD or DVD reader or drive diskette drive Volume control buttons...
  • Page 17 Hibernate mode. For more information on changing the power button setting, see “Changing Power-Saving Settings” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. www.gateway.com Front “Using the diskette drive”...

  • Page 18: Back

    Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Back Ethernet jack Monitor out port (optional) Modem jack (optional) USB ports Component Icon Monitor (VGA) out port (optional) Ethernet jack Audio line in jack PS/2 mouse port Parallel port PS/2 mouse port...
  • Page 19 (PS/2) keyboard into this port. Plug a serial device into this port. For more information, see “Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device” on page Plug an external video source into this port. Plug the power cord into this connector. www.gateway.com Back “Installing...

  • Page 20: Right Side

    Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Right side Component Icon PC Card slot IEEE 1394 ports USB ports Description Insert a Type I or Type II PC Card into this slot. For more information, see “Adding and removing PC Cards” on page...

  • Page 21: Microsoft Certificate Of Authenticity

    Finding your specifications For more information about your computer, such as memory size, memory type, and hard drive size, see visit Gateway’s eSupport page at support.gateway.com. The eSupport page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. For more information, see “Gateway Web site”...
  • Page 22 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Storage Devices If you need additional storage space or you want to back up your files, you can add storage devices to you computer. If your computer does not include a recordable CD or DVD drive, you can purchase an external drive that plugs into a USB or IEEE 1394 port.

  • Page 23: Getting Started

    Chapter 3 Getting Started • Using your computer safely • Protecting your computer from power source problems • Turning your computer on and off • Adjusting the volume • Using the keyboard and the mouse • Using the computer display •...

  • Page 24: Working Safely

    Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer screen for long periods of time. Look away from your computer occasionally, and try to focus on distant objects. Top of screen is not higher than eye level Feet are flat on the floor www.gateway.com Screen is perpendicular to your line of sight...

  • Page 25: Setting Up Your Computer Desk And Chair

    Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sit with your back straight so your knees, ■ hips, and elbows form right angles when you work. Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. ■ ■ Avoid twisting your torso or neck. www.gateway.com Working safely...

  • Page 26: Avoiding Discomfort And Injury From Repetitive Strain

    An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) supplies battery power to your computer during a power failure. Although you cannot run your computer for an extended period of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer normally. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 27: Starting Your Computer

    Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and see the documentation that came with the device for setup instructions. Power button www.gateway.com Starting your computer...

  • Page 28: Waking Up Your Computer

    For more information about changing the power button mode, see “Changing Power-Saving Settings” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer, certain components in the power supply and system board remain energized.

  • Page 29: Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer

    As a part of the regular startup process, a program to check the disk status runs automatically. When the checks are finished, Windows starts. . The Task Manager window opens. tab, then click the program that is not responding. www.gateway.com Restarting (rebooting) your computer...

  • Page 30: Using The Cord Cover

    To remove the cord cover: ■ Press the cord cover’s bottom tabs inward, then rotate the cord cover away from the computer. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 31: Locking Your Computer

    While the cable lock is installed, the computer’s back panel cannot be removed. To lock your computer: Install a cable lock into the Kensington lock slot on the back of your computer. ■ www.gateway.com Locking your computer Kensington lock slot...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Volume

    For instructions on how to adjust the volume in Windows, see “Adjusting the Volume” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. “Using the keyboard” on page www.gateway.com...

  • Page 33: Using The Keyboard

    Directional keys Move the cursor up, down, right, or left. Numeric keypad Type numbers when the numeric keypad ( Function keys Application (Run utility), and (Explorer utility). www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Navigation keys Indicators Directional Numeric keys keypad , or...

  • Page 34: Multifunction Keyboard

    Move the cursor up, down, right, or left. Numeric keypad Type numbers when the numeric keypad ( Function keys Navigation keys Application Directional keys , or (Search utility), www.gateway.com Indicators Numeric keypad keys are CROLL (Run utility), and ) is turned on.

  • Page 35: Special Function Buttons

    Open the My Documents folder. You can customize this button to open another program. Open online help. You can customize this button to open another program. Open your e-mail program. You can customize this button to open another program. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Search Internet...

  • Page 36: Wireless Keyboard

    Access shortcut menus and help assistants in Windows. Icons Press to... Open online search. You can customize this button to open another program. Open your Web browser. You can customize this button to open another program. Special-function buttons Navigation keys Application Directional keys www.gateway.com Numeric keypad...

  • Page 37: Using The Mouse

    You can use the left and right buttons on the mouse to select objects on the display. You can use the scroll wheel on the mouse to move through a document. This feature is not available in all programs. Scroll wheel Left button www.gateway.com Using the mouse ) is turned on.
  • Page 38 “Changing the mouse or touchpad settings” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. For instructions on how to clean the mouse, see Move the mouse around on the mouse pad.

  • Page 39: Connecting The Modem

    DSL modems, connect to your computer’s Ethernet jack. For more information, see “Using the Internet” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 40: Computer Display

    “Adjusting the screen and desktop settings” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click then click Gateway Documentation External controls The computer display features an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other settings for the display.

  • Page 41: Osd Options

    You may need to readjust brightness after the computer display has warmed up. Contrast. Adjusts the contrast of the computer display. www.gateway.com Computer display button. MENU/SELECT button to return to the EXIT Step 2...
  • Page 42 (This menu is unavailable on some models) Clock. Minimizes any vertical bars or stripes visible on the computer display background. The horizontal display size will also change. Phase. Removes any horizontal distortion and clears or sharpens the image of characters. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 43 For more information about adjusting the color depth and screen resolution using software controls, see “Adjusting the screen and desktop settings” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click click Gateway Documentation Description Language. Changes the OSD language setting.

  • Page 44: Installing A Printer, Scanner, Or Other Peripheral Device

    Help and For more information about installing peripheral devices, click Start, Support then click Help and Support. Type the keyword installing devices in the Search box “Checking Out Your Gateway Computer” on , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com ®...

  • Page 45: Using Drives And Ports

    Chapter 4 Using Drives and Ports • Using the diskette drive • Using the memory card reader • Using CD or DVD drives • Using a PC Card...

  • Page 46: Using The Diskette Drive

    (for example, the A: drive), then double-click the file name. To remove the diskette, make sure that the drive activity light is off, then press the diskette eject button. Diskette eject button , then click Start My Computer www.gateway.com . Double-click the...

  • Page 47: Using The Memory Card Reader

    Lower left ™ Lower left ™ Upper right ® Lower right ™ Lower right www.gateway.com Using the memory card reader Insert Label facing up Label facing up Label facing up Label facing down (gold contact area facing up) Label facing up...

  • Page 48: Inserting A Memory Card

    Do not use the remove hardware the memory card. If you use the remove hardware icon, your computer will not recognize your memory card reader until you restart the computer. , then click Start My Computer icon in the taskbar to remove www.gateway.com . Double-click...

  • Page 49: Using The Cd Or Dvd Drive

    You can use your computer to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features. Identifying drive types Your Gateway computer may contain one of the following drive types. Look on the front of the drive for one or more of the following logos: If your drive has this logo...

  • Page 50: Inserting A Cd Or Dvd

    Place the disc in the tray with the label facing up, then press down carefully on the disc until it snaps into place. You can place your other hand underneath the disc tray to support it while you press the disc into place. Manual eject hole Activity indicator Eject button www.gateway.com...

  • Page 51: Playing A Cd

    For more information about playing CDs, see “Playing CDs” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Playing a DVD A Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) is similar to a standard CD but has greater data capacity.

  • Page 52: Adding And Removing Pc Cards

    To insert a PC Card: ■ Push the card firmly into the PC Card slot with the label side facing the front of your computer until the outer edge of the card is flush with the side of your computer. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 53: Removing A Pc Card

    Release the eject button by pressing the PC Card eject button once. Eject the PC Card by pressing the eject button again. Adding and removing PC Cards icon in the taskbar, then select the PC Card name and button. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 54 Chapter 4: Using Drives and Ports www.gateway.com...

  • Page 55: Networking Your Computer

    Chapter 5 Networking Your Computer • Introducing networking • Creating an Ethernet network • Testing your network • Troubleshooting your Ethernet network...

  • Page 56: Introduction To Networking

    The router is the central control point for the network. Attached to the router are all of your computers or Ethernet-ready devices. Also connected to the router is a cable or DSL modem that provides access to the Internet. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 57 Internet security features - such as a firewall to protect your network ■ from unwanted intruders 4-port switch - to eliminate the need for additional network hardware ■ DHCP server/dynamic IP address assignment - to automatically ■ configure network and IP addresses www.gateway.com Introduction to Networking...

  • Page 58: Creating An Ethernet Network

    All-numeric computer names are not allowed. Names must contain some letters. . The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Control Panel Performance and Maintenance . The System Properties dialog box opens. System Computer name www.gateway.com . The Performance and box. This name identifies the...

  • Page 59: Configuring The Tcp/Ip Protocol

    Click/Double-click Workgroup . The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Control Panel Network and Internet Connections . The Network Connections window opens. Network Connections www.gateway.com Creating an Ethernet network box. Use a workgroup name of . The Network and...
  • Page 60 If you do not see TCP/IP, drag the scroll bar to see more choices. following items Click The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box opens. Properties. , then click Properties check box in the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) www.gateway.com . The Local Area Connection and follow Create a new connection This connection uses the...

  • Page 61: Setting Up An Ethernet Network

    This type of cable is equipped with RJ-45 connectors (like a large telephone jack connector, but with eight pins) on each end. Creating an Ethernet network www.gateway.com...
  • Page 62 The router can assign IP addresses to the computers on the network and can provide firewall protection for your network as well. In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you want to connect to the network. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port www.gateway.com...

  • Page 63: Configuring Your Router

    “Using your computer on a network” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start All Programs page , then click Gateway Documentation www.gateway.com Testing your network...
  • Page 64 Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer www.gateway.com...

  • Page 65: Maintaining Your Computer

    Chapter 6 Maintaining Your Computer • Caring for your computer • Updating Windows • Protecting your computer from viruses • Cleaning your computer • Restoring your system...

  • Page 66: Caring For Your Computer

    Scan for Available Updates Help and For more information about Windows Update, click Start, then click Support Help and Support. Type the keyword Windows Update in the HelpSpot Search box , then click Windows Update www.gateway.com , then click the arrow.

  • Page 67: Protecting Your Computer From Viruses

    For more information about protecting your computer against viruses, Support click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword viruses in the Search box Protecting your computer from viruses ® Internet Security and subscribing to the virus , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 68 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Computer To scan for viruses: Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security opens. Click Norton AntiVirus , then click Norton Internet Security www.gateway.com Norton Internet Security...
  • Page 69 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet. Click Start All Programs Norton Internet Security opens. Click . The LiveUpdate wizard opens. LiveUpdate Protecting your computer from viruses , then click Norton Internet Security www.gateway.com Norton Internet Security...

  • Page 70: Cleaning Your Computer

    If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off your computer and turn the keyboard upside down. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to use it again. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you may need to replace it. Finish www.gateway.com...

  • Page 71: Cleaning The Computer Display

    Wipe the bottom of the mouse with a damp lint-free cloth To clean your trackball mouse: Turn the mouse upside down. Rotate the retaining ring on the bottom of the mouse counter-clockwise, then remove the retaining ring and mouse ball. www.gateway.com Cleaning your computer...

  • Page 72: Cleaning Cds Or Dvds

    Clean the mouse rollers with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol. Replace the mouse ball and lock the retaining ring into place. Cleaning CDs or DVDs Wipe from the center to the edge, not around in a circle, using a product made especially for the purpose. Mouse rollers www.gateway.com...

  • Page 73: Restoring Your System

    To reinstall your program or driver: Click Start All Programs Follow the on-screen instructions. , then click Accessories System Tools , then click System Recovery www.gateway.com Restoring your system System Restore , then click the arrow. Application & Driver Recovery...

  • Page 74: Restoring Your Computer To The Original Configuration

    If Windows does not start or if the two previous procedures do not correct the problem, you may need to restore your computer to the original configuration. To restore your computer to the original configuration: Turn on your computer, then press F11. Follow the on-screen instructions. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 75: Upgrading Your Computer

    Chapter 7 Upgrading Your Computer • Opening the computer case • Upgrading the hard drive • Adding memory...

  • Page 76: Preventing Static Electricity Discharge

    ■ Always hold expansion cards by their edges or their metal mounting brackets. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the cards. Never slide expansion cards or components over any surface. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 77: Opening The Case

    Remove the four screws on the back of the computer case. Screw Screw With your hands positioned on each side of the case, swing the back panel up and away from the case and set the panel aside. www.gateway.com Opening the case Screw Screw...

  • Page 78: Closing The Case

    Hook the back panel’s tabs into the notches on the top of the open computer’s back, then swing the back panel down and press it into place. Replace the four screws removed previously. Return your computer to an upright position, then reconnect the external cables and power cord. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 79: Replacing The Hard Drive

    , then click System Recovery Print the Using Gateway System Recovery online guide for use in Back up any data you want to transfer to the new hard drive. For more information, see “Backing up files” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive.
  • Page 80 Chapter 7: Upgrading Your Computer Press the drive cage release latch. While holding the latch, pull the drive cage out of the computer. (Profile 5 shown) Disconnect the drive cable and power cable from the hard drive. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 81 Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive cage. Screw Remove the drive. Screw Screw www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive Screw...
  • Page 82 Slide the drive cage into the computer until it clicks into place. Close the case by following the instructions in For instructions on installing Windows, your drivers, and your applications, see the Using Gateway System Recovery online guide you printed in “Closing the case” on page www.gateway.com...

  • Page 83: Installing Memory

    Open the case by following the instructions in Warning Make sure that you removed all external cables and the power cord. Find the memory module banks, sometimes called add-in slots, on your system board. “Opening the case” on page www.gateway.com Installing memory...
  • Page 84 Click . The amount of memory in your computer is shown at the bottom of System the System Properties window in the General tab. “Closing the case” on page , then click Performance and Maintenance www.gateway.com (if in Category View).

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 8 Troubleshooting • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems • Getting tutoring and training...

  • Page 86: Safety Guidelines

    If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. The ■ message may help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures you ■...

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting

    Make sure that the volume controls are turned up. For more information, see ■ “Adjusting the volume” on page Make sure that the mute controls are turned off. For more information, see ■ “Adjusting the volume” on page “Identifying drive types” on page “Cleaning CDs or DVDs” on page www.gateway.com Troubleshooting...

  • Page 88: Computer

    For instructions on how to adjust the volume control in Windows, see “Adjusting the volume” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Shut down and restart your computer. ■...

  • Page 89: Diskette Drive

    Make sure that the diskette you are using is IBM-compatible. The diskette drive LED is lit continuously ■ Remove the diskette from the drive. If the light stays on, try restarting your computer. , then click Start All Programs www.gateway.com Troubleshooting Gateway NTER...

  • Page 90: Display

    Tips & Tricks For more information, see “Adjusting the screen and desktop settings” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. DVD drives “CD or DVD drives” on page www.gateway.com...

  • Page 91: File Management

    HIFT icon. Recycle Bin , then click the arrow. Gateway Documentation Recycle Bin www.gateway.com Troubleshooting . The file is restored to Restore Start...

  • Page 92: Internet

    Contact your ISP technical support for help. , then click the arrow. Start All Programs to restart your computer. “Modem (dial-up)” on page www.gateway.com , then click Gateway NTER “Back” on page 12 to make “Back” on page 12...

  • Page 93: Keyboard

    ■ extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. Try a keyboard that you know works to make sure that the keyboard port works. ■ ■ Reinstall the keyboard device driver. , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com Troubleshooting...

  • Page 94: Memory

    Make sure that your computer is connected to the telephone line and the telephone ■ line has a dial tone. Make sure that the modem cable is less than 6 feet (1.8 meters) long. ■ , then click the arrow. “Back” on page 12 to make sure that the connections www.gateway.com...
  • Page 95 You can also call your telephone service and have the telephone line checked for noise or low line levels. . The Control Panel window opens. If your Printers and Other Hardware icon, then click the , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com Troubleshooting tab. Dialing Rules Edit...
  • Page 96 Use the modem cable that came with your computer. Some telephone cables do ■ not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with the modem connection. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ ■ Run Windows modem diagnostics. “Internet” on page “Back” on page 12 www.gateway.com to make sure that the...
  • Page 97 . The Modem Properties dialog box opens. Properties . If information about the modem Query Modem . The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware icon, then click the Properties Speaker volume www.gateway.com Troubleshooting tab. Modems , then tab. Modems control.

  • Page 98: Mouse

    N is a number you assign between 0 and 254. The first N should be the same for all computers on your network and the second N should be different for all computers on your network. “Cleaning the mouse” on page www.gateway.com...

  • Page 99: Passwords

    Make sure that the printer is online. Many printers have an online/offline button ■ that you may need to press. ■ Make sure that the power cable is plugged into an AC power source. is turned off, then retype the password. www.gateway.com Troubleshooting , then...
  • Page 100 The Printers and Faxes window opens. . The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware icon. The Printers and Faxes window opens. , click Use Printer Offline www.gateway.com to clear the check mark. , then click the arrow.

  • Page 101: Sound

    “Adjusting the volume” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ If you are using external speakers, see the speaker setup poster to check your speaker connections.

  • Page 102: Telephone Support

    ■ installed it according to the instructions provided with it. If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, see the manufacturer’s documentation and technical support resources. If you have “how to” questions about using a program, see: ■...

  • Page 103: Telephone Numbers

    Telephone numbers Gateway offers a wide range of customer service, Customer Care, and information services. Automated troubleshooting system Service description Use an automated menu system and your telephone keypad to find answers to common problems. Telephone numbers You can access the following services through your telephone to get answers to your...

  • Page 104: Self-Help

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Self-help If you have how-to questions about using your Gateway-supplied hardware or software, see the following resources: The printed or online documentation that came with your hardware or software. ■ In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for Gateway-supplied hardware can be found in our Web site's Documentation Library.

  • Page 105: A Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information

    Appendix A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information • Safety information • Regulatory statements • Notices...

  • Page 106: Important Safety Information

    Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Important safety information Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed.

  • Page 107: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    A telephone line cord with a modular plug is required for use with this device. The modem is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68-compliant. See installation instructions for details. lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be www.gateway.com...
  • Page 108 Users should make sure, for their own protection, that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 109: Laser Safety Statement

    ■ In some cases, your “end of life” product may be “traded in” for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Call Gateway to see if this program is available in your area. ■...
  • Page 110 For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com. In no event will Gateway be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

  • Page 111: Index

    LCD panel mouse screen clicking closing computer case unresponsive program color computer display adjusting settings controls on-screen display computers naming configuring router TCP/IP protocol connecting modem to Ethernet to Ethernet network to Internet to network www.gateway.com...
  • Page 112 Gateway Web site help Help and Support online help Using Your Computer double-clicking dragging drivers updating drives diskette identifying drive types memory card reader...
  • Page 113 Fast Ethernet faxes troubleshooting files opening troubleshooting finding Help and Support topics specifications Firewire port folders opening function keys Gateway eSupport serial number Web address Web site Gigabit Ethernet hard drive replacing troubleshooting headphones jack help button online using...
  • Page 114 See also computer display mouse buttons cleaning clicking double-clicking moving pointer moving screen objects opening files, folders, and programs pointer PS/2 port right-clicking scroll wheel selecting screen objects troubleshooting USB port wireless connect button moving pointer screen objects MP3 player memory cards www.gateway.com...
  • Page 115 See connections power button connector Hibernate mode source problems Standby mode troubleshooting turning off computer turning on computer power button previous button printer default inkjet installing laser parallel port troubleshooting USB port programming My Documents button shortcut buttons www.gateway.com...
  • Page 116 Standby mode starting computer programs static electricity stop button subnet mask entering surge protector tape backup drive TCP/IP protocol configuring technical support automated troubleshooting eSupport Technical Support tips before contacting tutorial service telephone support testing network training www.gateway.com...
  • Page 117 Gateway Learning Libraries Learn With Gateway troubleshooting automated system CD drive cleaning CD cleaning DVD computer startup diskette drive display DVD drive faxes files general guidelines hard drive Internet connection keyboard LCD panel memory memory card reader modem mouse...
  • Page 118 www.gateway.com...
  • Page 120 NSK DWL PFL5/5.5 USR GDE R3 7/05...

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