Gateway DX442XP Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Gateway DX442XP. We have 4 Gateway DX442XP manuals available for free PDF download: Reference Manual, User Manual, Starter Manual, Setup Manual

Gateway DX442XP Reference Manual (140 pages)

Gateway Desktop Computer Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 6.88 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
- Using the Diskette Drive
  35
- Adjusting the Volume
  36
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  38
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
  38
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer

41
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer

65
- Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
  66
- Caring for Your Computer
  67
- Cleaning Your Computer
  68
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    68
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    68
  - Cleaning the Monitor
    69
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    69
  - Cleaning Optical Discs
    70
- Updating Windows
  70
- Using Bigfix
  71
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  71
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    72
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    73
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    74
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    75
  - Backing up Files
    76
- Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
  77
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  78
CHAPTER6 Troubleshooting

81
- Safety Guidelines
  82
- First Steps
  82
- Troubleshooting
  83
  - Add-In Cards
    83
  - Audio
    83
  - CD or DVD Drives
    83
  - Diskette Drive
    85
  - Display
    86
  - DVD Drives
    86
  - Ethernet
    87
  - Expansion Cards
    88
  - File Management
    88
  - Floppy Drive
    88
  - Hard Drive
    89
  - Internet
    90
  - Keyboard
    91
  - Media Center
    92
  - Memory
    95
  - Memory Card Reader
    95
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    96
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    96
  - Monitor
    99
  - Mouse
    100
  - Networks
    100
  - Passwords
    100
  - Power
    101
  - Printer
    101
  - Sound
    103
- Recovering Your System
  103
- Telephone Support
  115
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    115
  - Telephone Numbers
    116
  - Self-Help
    117
  - Tutoring
    117
  - Training
    117
Appendix A: Legal Notices

119
- Care During Use
  121
- Regulatory Compliance
  121
- United States of America
  121
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  122
- Laser Safety Statement
  124
- External Television Antenna Grounding
  124
- Lightning Protection
  124
- Environmental Information
  126
- Macrovision Statement
  127
Index

129

Gateway DX442XP User Manual (90 pages)

8512979 - Gateway Computer User Guide (for computers with Windows XP)

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.83 MB

Table of Contents
3
CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

7
Chapter 2: Using Windows XP

11
- Using the Windows Desktop
  12
  - Using the Start Menu
    13
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    13
  - 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 Utility
    19
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    20
- Working with Documents
  21
  - Creating a New Document
    21
  - Saving a Document
    22
  - Opening a Document
    22
  - Printing a Document
    23
- Shortcuts
  24
Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

25
- Learning about the Internet
  26
- Setting up an Internet Account
  26
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    27
- Using the World Wide Web
  27
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    27
  - Downloading Files
    28
- Using E-Mail
  28
  - Sending E-Mail
    29
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    29
- Installing and Configuring Microsoft Fax
  29
- Sending a Fax
  32
  - Sending a Quick Fax
    32
  - Faxing from Programs
    33
  - Faxing a Scanned Document
    33
  - Automatically Retry Sending a Fax
    34
  - Canceling a Fax
    34
  - Automatically Canceling a Fax
    34
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  35
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

37
- Playing Music and Movies
  38
  - Playing WAV Audio Files
    38
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    39
  - Playing Optical Discs
    39
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  41
  - Creating Music Files
    41
  - Building a Music Library
    43
  - Editing Track Information
    43
- Creating and Editing Videos
  44
  - Editing Videos
    44
  - Transferring Your Video to Your Computer
    44
  - Editing Your Video
    45
  - Saving Your Video
    45
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  46
  - Creating a Music CD
    46
- Creating Data Cds and Dvds
  47
Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer

49
Chapter 6: Customizing Windows

61
Chapter 7: Protecting Your Computer

77
- Hardware Security
  78
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    78
- Data Security
  78
- Security Updates
  83
  - Windows Update
    83
  - Bigfix
    84
Index

85

Gateway DX442XP Starter Manual (24 pages)

Gateway DX441: Quick Start

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 1.46 MB

Gateway DX442XP Setup Manual (2 pages)

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Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 0.24 MB

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Gateway DX442XP Reference Manual (140 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 DX442XP User Manual (90 pages)

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 Getting Help

Chapter 2: Using Windows XP

Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing

Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer

Chapter 6: Customizing Windows

Chapter 7: Protecting Your Computer

Index

Gateway DX442XP Starter Manual (24 pages)

Gateway DX442XP Setup Manual (2 pages)

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