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Gateway BTX Pro Series User Manual (182 pages)

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 10.58 MB

Table of Contents
3
CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

9
Chapter 2: Setting up and Getting Started

13
- Front
  14
- Back
  15
- Working Safely and Comfortably
  17
- Preparing Power Connections
  19
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    19
  - Checking the Voltage Selection
    19
- Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
  19
- Connecting a Dial-Up Modem
  20
- Starting Your Computer
  20
  - Waking up Your Computer
    20
- Turning off Your Computer
  21
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
  21
- Using the Keyboard
  22
  - Premium Multimedia Keyboard Features
    22
  - Elite Multimedia Keyboard Features
    23
- Using the Mouse
  24
- Adjusting the Volume
  25
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  26
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
  27
CHAPTER 3 Using Windows Vista

29
- Using the Windows Desktop
  30
  - Using the Start Menu
    31
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    32
  - Identifying Window Items
    32
- Working with Files and Folders
  33
  - Viewing Drives
    33
  - Creating Folders
    34
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    34
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    35
- Searching for Files
  36
  - Using the Windows Search
    36
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    37
- Working with Documents
  37
  - Creating a New Document
    38
  - Saving a Document
    38
  - Opening a Document
    38
  - Printing a Document
    39
- Shortcuts
  40
CHAPTER 4 Using the Internet

41
- Learning about the Internet
  42
- Setting up an Internet Account
  43
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    43
- Using the World Wide Web
  43
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    44
  - Downloading Files
    45
- Using E-Mail
  45
  - Sending E-Mail
    46
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    46
Chapter 5: Sending and Receiving Faxes

47
- Using Windows Fax and Scan
  48
- Sending a Fax
  48
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  52
Chapter 6: Using Your Hardware

53
- Using the Diskette Drive
  54
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  54
  - Identifying Drive Types
    54
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    55
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  56
  - Memory Card Types
    56
  - Using a Memory Card
    56
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  57
- Connecting a Projector or Monitor
  57
- Connecting a Television
  58
  - Modifying Television Settings
    59
- Connecting a Video Camera
  59
CHAPTER 7 Using Your Software

61
- Playing Music and Movies
  62
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    62
  - Playing Optical Discs
    63
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  65
  - Creating Music Files
    65
  - Building a Music Library
    67
  - Editing Track Information
    67
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  68
  - Creating a Music CD
    68
  - Creating a Video DVD
    69
- Creating and Copying Data Discs
  71
  - Creating a Data Disc
    71
- Using Windows Media Center
  72
  - Starting Windows Media Center
    72
  - Using the Media Center Remote Control
    73
Chapter 8: Customizing Windows

75
Chapter 9: Networking Your Computer

89
Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer

103
- Hardware Security
  104
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    104
- Data Security
  104
  - Startup and Hard Drive Password
    104
  - Windows User Accounts
    104
  - Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
    105
  - Using Mcafee Securitycenter
    106
  - Using Windows Security Center
    109
- Security Updates
  110
  - Windows Update
    110
  - Bigfix
    112
Chapter 11: Maintaining Your Computer

113
- Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
  114
- Caring for Your Computer
  114
- Cleaning Your Computer
  115
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    115
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    115
  - Cleaning the Monitor
    115
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    116
  - Cleaning Optical Discs
    116
- Recovering Your System
  116
- System Recovery Options
  116
- Updating Windows
  118
- Using Bigfix
  118
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  118
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    119
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    120
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    121
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    122
  - Backing up Files
    122
- Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
  123
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  124
  - Transferring Files and Settings with Windows Easy Transfer
    124
  - Transferring Files and Settings Manually
    124
Chapter 12: Adding and Replacing Components

127
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  128
- Opening the Case
  129
  - Removing the Side Panel
    129
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    130
- Closing the Case
  131
  - Replacing the Front Bezel
    131
  - Replacing the Side Panel
    131
- Installing Memory
  132
- Replacing the System Battery
  134
- Replacing a CD, DVD, or Diskette Drive, or a Memory Card Reader
  135
- Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
  137
- Replacing the Front Fan
  139
- Replacing the Rear Fan
  140
- Replacing the Power Supply
  141
- Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor
  142
- Replacing the I/O Board
  144
- Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
  145
- Replacing the System Board
  146
CHAPTER 13 Troubleshooting

151
- Safety Guidelines
  152
- First Steps
  152
- Troubleshooting
  152
  - Audio
    152
  - CD or DVD Drives
    153
  - Diskette Drive
    154
  - Ethernet
    155
  - Expansion Cards
    155
  - Hard Drive
    156
  - Internet
    156
  - Keyboard
    157
  - Media Center
    157
  - Memory
    159
  - Memory Card Reader
    159
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    159
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    159
  - Monitor
    162
  - Mouse
    162
  - Networks
    163
  - Passwords
    163
  - Power
    163
  - Printer
    163
  - Sound
    164
- Telephone Support
  165
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    165
  - Telephone Numbers
    165
  - Self-Help
    166
  - Tutoring
    166
  - Training
    166
APPENDIX A Legal Notices

167
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  169
- United States of America
  169
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  169
- Laser Safety Statement
  170
- External Television Antenna Grounding
  170
- Lightning Protection
  170
- Environmental Information
  171
- Macrovision Statement
  172
Index

173

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Gateway BTX Pro Series User Manual (182 pages)

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

Chapter 2: Setting up and Getting Started

CHAPTER 3 Using Windows Vista

CHAPTER 4 Using the Internet

Chapter 5: Sending and Receiving Faxes

Chapter 6: Using Your Hardware

CHAPTER 7 Using Your Software

Chapter 8: Customizing Windows

Chapter 9: Networking Your Computer

Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer

Chapter 11: Maintaining Your Computer

Chapter 12: Adding and Replacing Components

CHAPTER 13 Troubleshooting

APPENDIX A Legal Notices

Index

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