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Gateway 600YG2 User Manual (332 pages)

Gateway 600YG2: Users Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 5.12 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Checking out Your Gateway 600

11
- Front
  12
- Left Side
  13
- Right Side
  15
- Back
  16
- Bottom
  18
- Keyboard Area
  20
- Identifying Your Model
  22
  - Gateway Model Number
    22
  - Gateway Serial Number
    22
  - Internal Wireless Label
    23
  - Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
    23
- Finding Your Specifications
  24
- Accessories
  26
2 Getting Started

29
- Connecting the AC Adapter
  30
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    32
- Starting Your Notebook
  33
  - Waking up Your Notebook
    34
- Turning off Your Notebook
  34
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
  35
- Status Indicators
  36
- Using the Keyboard
  38
  - Key Types
    39
  - System Key Combinations
    40
- Multi-Function Buttons
  42
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
  43
  - Using the Touchpad
    44
- Connecting the Modem
  46
- Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network
  47
  - Broadband Internet Connections
    48
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  48
3 Getting Help

49
- Helpspot
  50
  - Searching for a Topic
    52
  - Helpspot Videos
    53
- Online Help
  54
- Gateway Web Site
  55
  - Using Esupport
    56
4 Windows Basics

57
- About the Windows Environment
  58
- Using the Desktop
  59
  - Using the Start Menu
    59
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    61
- Identifying Window Items
  62
- Working with Files and Folders
  64
  - Viewing Drives
    64
  - Creating Folders
    65
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    67
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    69
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    70
- Searching for Files
  72
  - Using the Windows Search Utility
    73
- Working with Documents
  75
  - Creating a New Document
    75
  - Saving a Document
    76
  - Opening a Document
    77
  - Printing a Document
    78
- Shortcuts
  79
5 Using the Internet

81
- Learning about the Internet
  82
- Setting up an Internet Account
  83
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    84
- Using the World Wide Web
  85
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    86
  - Downloading Files
    87
- Using E-Mail
  88
  - Sending E-Mail
    88
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    89
6 Using Multimedia

91
- Using the Diskette Drive
  92
- Using the DVD or Recordable CD Drive
  94
  - Identifying Drive Types
    94
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    95
- Adjusting the Volume
  96
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP
    96
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows 2000
    99
- Using Audio DJ
  101
  - Audio DJ Controls
    102
  - Assigning Music to Play Channels
    103
  - Playing Your Play Channels
    105
- Listening to Cds
  106
  - Listening to Cds in Windows XP
    106
  - Listening to Cds in Windows 2000
    108
- Recording and Playing Audio
  109
- Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player
  111
- Using Musicmatch
  113
  - Playing Cds
    113
  - Creating MP3 Music Files
    115
  - Editing Track Information
    118
  - Building a Music Library
    119
  - Changing the Music Library Display Settings
    120
  - Listening to Internet Radio
    121
  - Using Advanced Features
    122
- Using a Recordable CD Drive
  122
  - Creating Data Cds
    122
  - Creating Music Cds
    126
  - Copying Cds
    131
- Playing a DVD
  136
- Viewing the Display on a Television
  138
- Capturing Video
  141
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

143
- Installing and Configuring Fax
  144
  - Installing Fax in Windows XP
    144
  - Configuring Fax in Windows XP
    145
  - Configuring Fax in Windows 2000
    147
- Sending a Simple Fax
  149
- Setting up Your Cover
  150
- Faxing from Programs
  151
- Faxing a Scanned Document
  152
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  152
- Canceling a Fax
  153
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax in Windows XP
  154
- Automatically Cancelling a Fax in Windows XP
  155
8 Managing Power

157
- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  158
- Recharging the Battery
  159
- Recalibrating the Battery
  160
- Changing Batteries
  161
  - Replacing the Main Battery
    161
  - Installing a Secondary Battery
    163
- Extending Battery Life
  166
  - Conserving Battery Power
    166
  - Using Alternate Power Sources
    166
  - Changing Power Modes
    167
- Changing Power Settings
  168
  - Changing the Power Scheme
    168
  - Changing Alarm Options
    170
  - Changing Advanced Settings
    171
  - Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
    172
  - Changing Speedstep Settings
    174
9 Travel Tips

177
- Modem
  178
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  178
- Files
  179
- Security
  179
- Power
  180
- Additional Tips
  181
10 Customizing Your Computer

183
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
  184
  - Adjusting the Color Depth
    184
  - Adjusting the Screen Resolution
    186
  - Changing the Colors on Your Windows Desktop
    187
  - Changing the Desktop Background
    190
  - Selecting a Screen Saver
    193
- Changing the Touchpad Settings
  195
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts
  197
11 Networking Your Computer

199
12 Moving from Your Old Computer

213
- Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
  214
- Transferring Files
  215
  - Finding Your Files
    215
- Transferring Internet Settings
  217
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
  218
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner
    218
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer
    219
- Installing Your Old Programs
  220
13 Maintaining Your Computer

221
- Caring for Your Computer
  222
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette
  224
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  226
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  229
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    229
  - Using Disk Cleanup
    230
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    231
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    233
  - Backing up Files
    235
  - Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
    236
- Cleaning Your Computer
  238
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    238
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    239
  - Cleaning the Computer Screen
    239
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    239
14 Restoring Software

241
- Using the Restoration Cds
  242
- Reinstalling Device Drivers
  243
- Updating Device Drivers
  245
- Reinstalling Programs
  247
- Reinstalling Windows
  250
15 Upgrading Your Notebook

253
- Adding and Removing a PC Card
  254
- Changing Drives
  256
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  259
- Adding or Replacing Memory
  261
- Replacing the Main Hard Drive Kit
  265
16 Using the Gateway 600 Port Replicator

269
- Front
  270
- Back
  271
- Connecting to the Port Replicator
  273
  - Attaching to the Port Replicator
    273
  - Disconnecting from the Port Replicator
    274
- Securing Your Port Replicator
  276
17 Troubleshooting

277
- Safety Guidelines
  278
- First Steps
  279
- Software Support Tools
  279
- Troubleshooting
  280
  - CD or DVD Drives
    280
  - Cleaning Cds or Dvds
    282
  - Device Installation
    282
  - Diskette Drive
    283
  - Display
    284
  - File Management
    285
  - Hard Drive
    286
  - Internet
    287
  - Keyboard
    288
  - Memory
    289
  - Modem
    289
  - Mouse
    294
  - Networks
    295
  - Passwords
    295
  - PC Cards
    296
  - Power
    296
  - Printer
    297
  - Sound
    299
  - Touchpad
    299
  - Video
    300
- Telephone Support
  301
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support
    301
  - Telephone Numbers
    302
- Tutoring and Training
  303
  - Self-Help
    303
  - Tutoring
    303
  - Training
    304
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

305
- Important Safety Information
  305
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  307
- Wireless Guidance
  307
- United States of America
  309
- Laser Safety Statement
  315
Index

317

Gateway 600YG2 Service Manual (76 pages)

Gateway 600YG2: Supplementary Guide

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Gateway 600YG2 Specifications (10 pages)

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Gateway 600YG2 Specifications (10 pages)

Gateway 600YG2: Specifications

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Table of Contents

1 Checking out Your Gateway 600

2 Getting Started

3 Getting Help

4 Windows Basics

5 Using the Internet

6 Using Multimedia

7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

8 Managing Power

9 Travel Tips

10 Customizing Your Computer

11 Networking Your Computer

12 Moving from Your Old Computer

13 Maintaining Your Computer

14 Restoring Software

15 Upgrading Your Notebook

16 Using the Gateway 600 Port Replicator

17 Troubleshooting

A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

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