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Gateway 1450 User Manual

Gateway 1450 User Manual (320 pages)

Gateway User Guide Solo 1450

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 4 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
1 Checking out Your Gateway solo 1450

7
- Front
  8
- Left Side
  9
- Right Side
  10
- Back
  11
- Bottom
  12
- Keyboard Area
  14
- Identifying Your Model
  16
- Finding Your Specifications
  18
- Accessories
  20
2 Getting Started

21
- Connecting the AC Adapter
  22
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    24
- Starting Your Notebook
  25
  - Waking up Your Notebook
    25
- Turning off Your Notebook
  26
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
  27
- Status Indicators
  28
- Using the Keyboard
  29
  - Key Types
    30
  - System Key Combinations
    31
- Multi-Function Buttons
  33
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
  34
  - Using the Touchpad
    35
- Connecting the Modem
  37
- Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network
  38
  - Broadband Internet Connections
    39
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  39
3 Getting Help

41
- Helpspot
  42
  - Searching for a Topic
    44
  - Helpspot Videos
    45
- Online Help
  46
- Gateway Web Site
  47
4 Windows Basics

49
- About the Windows Environment
  50
  - Using the Desktop
    51
  - Using the Start Menu
    51
  - Identifying Window Items
    53
- Working with Files and Folders
  55
  - Viewing Drives
    55
  - Creating Folders
    57
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    58
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    60
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    61
- Searching for Files
  63
  - Using the Search Utility
    64
  - Using Advanced Search Options
    65
- Adding Icons to the Desktop
  66
- Working with Documents
  67
  - Creating a New Document
    67
  - Saving a Document
    69
  - Opening a Document
    70
  - Printing a Document
    71
- Shortcuts
  72
5 Using the Internet

73
- Learning about the Internet
  74
- Setting up an Internet Account
  76
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    76
- Using the World Wide Web
  78
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    79
  - Downloading Files
    80
- Using E-Mail
  81
  - Sending E-Mail
    81
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    82
6 Using Multimedia

83
- Using the Diskette Drive
  84
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  85
  - Identifying Drive Types
    85
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    86
- Adjusting the Volume
  87
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP
    87
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows 2000
    90
- Listening to Cds
  92
  - Listening to Cds in Windows XP
    92
  - Listening to Cds in Windows 2000
    94
- Recording and Playing Audio
  95
- Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player
  97
- Playing a DVD
  98
- Using Musicmatch
  100
  - Playing Cds
    100
  - Creating MP3 Music Files
    102
  - Editing Track Information
    104
  - Building a Music Library
    105
  - Changing the Music Library Display Settings
    106
  - Listening to Internet Radio
    107
  - Using Advanced Features
    108
- Using a Recordable Drive
  109
  - Creating Data Cds
    109
  - Creating Music Cds
    113
  - Copying Cds
    117
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

121
- Installing and Configuring Fax
  122
  - Installing Fax in Windows XP
    122
  - Configuring Fax in Windows XP
    123
  - Configuring Fax in Windows 2000
    126
- Sending a Simple Fax
  127
- Setting up Your Cover Page Template
  129
- Faxing from Programs
  130
- Faxing a Scanned Document
  130
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  131
- Canceling a Fax
  131
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax in Windows XP
  132
- Automatically Cancelling a Fax in Windows XP
  133
8 Managing Power

135
- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  136
- Recharging the Battery
  137
- Recalibrating the Battery
  138
- Changing Batteries
  139
- Extending Battery Life
  141
  - Conserving Battery Power
    141
  - Using Alternate Power Sources
    141
  - Changing Power Modes
    142
  - Using Power Saving Modes
    142
- Changing Power Settings
  143
  - Changing the Power Scheme
    143
  - Changing Alarm Options
    145
  - Changing Advanced Settings
    146
  - Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
    148
  - Changing Speedstep Settings
    149
9 Travel Tips

153
- Modem
  154
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  154
- Files
  155
- Security
  155
- Power
  156
10 Customizing Your Notebook

157
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
  158
  - Adjusting the Color Depth
    158
  - Adjusting the Screen Resolution
    160
  - Applying a Color Scheme
    162
  - Changing the Desktop Background
    164
  - Selecting a Screen Saver
    167
- Changing the Touchpad Settings
  169
- Programming the Multi-Function Buttons
  171
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts
  173
- User Account Tips
  173
11 Using a Wireless Ethernet Network

175
12 Moving from Your Old Computer

219
- Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
  220
- Transferring Files
  221
  - Finding Your Files
    221
- Transferring Internet Settings
  223
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
  224
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner
    224
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer
    225
- Installing Your Old Programs
  226
13 Maintaining Your Notebook

227
- Caring for Your Computer
  228
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette
  230
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  232
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  235
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    235
  - Using Disk Cleanup
    236
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    237
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    239
  - Backing up Files
    241
  - Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
    242
- Cleaning Your Computer
  243
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    243
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    244
  - Cleaning the Screen
    244
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    244
14 Restoring Software

247
- Using the Restoration Cds
  248
- Reinstalling Device Drivers
  249
- Updating Device Drivers
  251
- Reinstalling Programs
  252
- Reinstalling Windows
  254
15 Upgrading Your Notebook

257
- Adding and Removing a PC Card
  258
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  260
- Adding or Replacing Memory
  261
- Replacing the Hard Drive
  265
16 Troubleshooting

267
- Safety Guidelines
  268
- First Steps
  269
- Software Support Tools
  270
- Troubleshooting
  271
  - CD, DVD, CD-RW, or DVD/CD-RW Drives
    271
  - Device Installation
    273
  - Diskette Drive
    274
  - Display
    275
  - File Management
    276
  - Hard Drive
    276
  - Internet
    277
  - Keyboard
    279
  - Memory
    279
  - Modem
    280
  - Mouse
    284
  - Networks
    285
  - Passwords
    285
  - PC Cards
    285
  - Power
    285
  - Printer
    286
  - Sound
    288
  - Video
    289
- Telephone Support
  290
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support
    290
  - Telephone Support
    291
    
    Automated Troubleshooting System
    291
    
    Telephone Numbers
    291
- Tutoring and Training
  292
  - Self-Help
    292
  - Tutoring
    292
  - Training
    293
  - Important Safety Information
    295
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

295
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  297
- Wireless Guidance
  297
- United States of America
  299
- Laser Safety Statement
  305
- Macrovision Statement
  306
Index

307

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