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Gateway 816GM User Manual

Gateway 816GM User Manual (144 pages)

Gateway 3200SE: User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
1 Getting Help

7
- Thank You for Purchasing Our Computer
  8
- Gateway Web Site
  9
  - Using Esupport
    10
- Help and Support
  11
  - Searching for a Topic
    12
- Bigfix
  12
- Online Help
  13
- Using Your Computer Guide
  13
- Gateway Contact Information
  14
2 Checking out Your Gateway Computer

15
- Desktop PC Front
  16
- Desktop PC Back
  18
- Identifying Your Model
  21
  - Gateway Model and Serial Number
    21
  - Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
    21
- Finding Your Specifications
  22
- Accessories
  22
3 Getting Started

25
4 Using Drives and Ports

39
- Using the Diskette Drive
  40
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  40
  - Memory Card Types
    41
  - Inserting a Memory Card
    41
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  43
  - Identifying Drive Types
    43
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    44
  - Playing a CD
    44
  - Playing a DVD
    45
  - Creating Cds and Dvds
    45
5 Maintaining Your Computer

47
- Caring for Your Computer
  48
- Updating Windows
  48
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  49
- Cleaning Your Computer
  51
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    51
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    52
  - Cleaning the Computer Display
    52
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    52
  - Cleaning Cds or Dvds
    54
- Restoring Your System
  54
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  55
- Opening the Case
  56
  - Removing the Side Panel
    56
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    57
- Closing the Case
  58
  - Replacing the Side Panel
    58
  - Replacing the Front Bezel
    59
- Installing Memory
  60
- Replacing the System Battery
  62
6 Troubleshooting

65
- Safety Guidelines
  66
- First Steps
  66
- Troubleshooting
  67
  - Add-In Cards
    67
  - Audio
    67
  - Battery
    67
  - CD or DVD Drives
    67
  - Computer
    69
  - Diskette Drive
    69
  - DVD Drives
    70
  - File Management
    70
  - Hard Drive
    71
  - Internet
    72
  - Keyboard
    73
  - Memory
    74
  - Memory Card Reader
    74
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    74
  - Monitor
    77
  - Mouse
    79
  - Networks
    79
  - Passwords
    80
  - Power
    80
  - Printer
    80
  - Sound
    82
- Telephone Support
  83
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    83
  - Telephone Numbers
    84
  - Self-Help
    85
  - Tutoring
    85
  - Training
    85
7 Networking Your Computer

87
- Introduction to Networking
  88
  - Using a Network
    88
  - Selecting a Network Connection
    89
- Creating an Ethernet Network
  96
- Testing Your Network
  111
- Sharing Your Resources
  112
  - Sharing an Internet Connection
    112
  - Sharing Drives and Printers
    115
  - Using the Network
    117
  - Connecting to Hotspots
    120
- Troubleshooting Your Ethernet Network
  121
  - Wired Ethernet Network
    121
  - Wireless Ethernet Network
    122
8 Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

125
- Important Safety Information
  126
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  127
- United States of America
  127
- Laser Safety Statement
  129
- Macrovision Statement
  131
Index

133

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