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Manuals and User Guides for Gateway DX2641. We have 4 Gateway DX2641 manuals available for free PDF download: Reference Manual, User Manual, Starter Manual, Setup Manual

Gateway DX2641 Reference Manual (128 pages)

Gateway Desktop Computer Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 6.53 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference

7
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer

11
- Front
  12
- Back
  14
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

17
- Working Safely and Comfortably
  18
- Preparing Power Connections
  20
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    20
  - Checking the Voltage Selection
    21
- Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
  21
- Connecting a Dial-Up Modem
  22
- Starting Your Computer
  22
  - Waking up Your Computer
    23
- Turning off Your Computer
  23
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
  24
- Using the Keyboard
  25
  - Premium Multimedia Keyboard Features
    25
  - Elite Multimedia Keyboard Features
    26
- Using the Mouse
  28
- Using Optical Drives
  30
  - Features
    30
  - Loading an Optical Disc
    30
  - Identifying Optical Drive Types
    31
  - Playing Discs
    32
  - Creating Discs
    33
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  34
  - Memory Card Types
    34
  - Using a Memory Card
    34
- Adjusting the Volume
  35
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  37
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
  37
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer

39
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  40
- Opening the Case
  41
  - Removing the Side Panel
    41
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    42
- Closing the Case
  43
  - Replacing the Front Bezel
    43
  - Replacing the Side Panel
    44
- Replacing the Color Panel
  44
- Installing Memory
  47
- Adding or Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
  49
- Replacing the Memory Card Reader
  51
- Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
  53
- Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor
  55
- Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
  57
- Replacing the System Battery
  58
- Replacing the System Board
  60
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer

63
- Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
  64
  - Creating System Recovery Discs
    64
- Caring for Your Computer
  65
- Cleaning Your Computer
  66
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    66
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    67
  - Cleaning the Monitor
    67
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    67
  - Cleaning Optical Discs
    68
- Updating Windows
  68
- Using Bigfix
  69
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  69
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    70
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    71
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    72
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    73
  - Backing up Files
    74
- Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
  75
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  76
CHAPTER6 Troubleshooting

79
- Safety Guidelines
  80
- Try These Steps First
  80
- Error Messages
  81
- Internet and Networking
  82
  - Internet
    82
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    83
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    84
  - Networking
    86
- Power
  87
- Display
  87
- Printing
  88
- Optical Discs
  89
- Memory Card Reader
  90
- Mouse
  90
- Keyboard
  91
- Files
  91
- Memory
  93
- Audio
  94
- Passwords
  94
- Expansion Cards
  95
- Media Center
  95
- Checking for Device Problems
  97
- Recovering Your System
  98
- Technical Support
  106
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    106
  - Calling Customer Care
    106
Appendix A: Legal Notices

107
- Important Safety Information
  108
- Setting up Your System
  108
- Replacement Parts and Accessories
  108
- Care During Use
  109
- Regulatory Compliance
  109
- United States of America
  109
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  110
- Laser Safety Statement
  112
- External Television Antenna Grounding
  112
- Lightning Protection
  112
- Environmental Information
  114
- Macrovision Statement
  115
Index

117

Gateway DX2641 User Manual (94 pages)

Gateway Personal Computer User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 6.43 MB

Table of Contents
3
CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

7
CHAPTER 2 Using Windows

11
- Using the Windows Desktop
  12
  - Using the Start Menu
    13
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    14
  - Identifying Window Items
    14
- Working with Files and Folders
  15
  - Viewing Drives
    15
  - Creating Folders
    16
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    16
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    17
- Searching for Files
  18
  - Using the Windows Search
    18
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    19
- Working with Documents
  19
  - Creating a New Document
    20
  - Saving a Document
    20
  - Opening a Document
    20
  - Printing a Document
    21
- Shortcuts
  22
Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

23
- Learning about the Internet
  24
- Setting up an Internet Account
  24
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    25
- Using the World Wide Web
  25
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    25
  - Downloading Files
    26
- Using E-Mail
  26
  - Sending E-Mail
    26
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    27
- Using Windows Fax and Scan
  27
  - Sending a Fax
    27
  - Faxing a Scanned Document or from Programs
    31
  - Canceling a Fax
    31
  - Receiving and Viewing a Fax
    32
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

33
- Playing Music and Movies
  34
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    34
  - Playing Optical Discs
    35
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  37
  - Creating Music Files
    37
  - Building a Music Library
    39
  - Editing Track Information
    39
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  40
  - Creating a Music CD
    40
  - Creating a Video DVD
    41
- Creating and Copying Data Discs
  43
  - Creating a Data Disc
    43
- Using Windows Media Center
  44
  - Starting Windows Media Center
    44
  - Using the Media Center Remote Control
    46
Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer

47
- Introduction to Networking
  48
  - Networking Terms You Should Know
    48
- Ethernet Networking
  48
- Bluetooth Networking
  59
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer

61
- Hardware Security
  62
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    62
- Data Security
  62
- Security Updates
  67
  - Windows Update
    67
  - Bigfix
    68
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

69
- Changing Screen Settings
  70
- Changing System Sounds
  76
- Changing Mouse Settings
  77
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts
  77
- Changing Power-Saving Settings
  79
  - Changing the Power Plan
    79
- Changing Accessibility Settings
  80
  - Using the Ease of Access Center
    81
  - Using Voice Recognition
    82
- Setting up Parental Controls
  82
- Notices
  87

Gateway DX2641 Starter Manual (46 pages)

Gateway DX4710: Quick Start

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 10.21 MB

Gateway DX2641 Setup Manual (2 pages)

Gateway DX2641: Install Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 0.26 MB

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Gateway DX2641 Reference Manual (128 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About this Reference

Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer

Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer

Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer

CHAPTER6 Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Legal Notices

Index

Gateway DX2641 User Manual (94 pages)

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

CHAPTER 2 Using Windows

Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer

Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer

Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

Gateway DX2641 Starter Manual (46 pages)

Gateway DX2641 Setup Manual (2 pages)

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