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Gateway FX User Manual (176 pages)

Gateway USER GUIDE desktop Computer

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 4.6 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: Getting Help

9
Chapter 2: Getting Started

13
Chapter 3: Using Windows XP

23
- Using the Windows Desktop
  24
  - Using the Start Menu
    25
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    25
  - Identifying Window Items
    26
- Working with Files and Folders
  27
  - Viewing Drives
    27
  - Creating Folders
    28
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    28
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    29
- Searching for Files
  30
  - Using the Windows Search Utility
    31
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    32
- Working with Documents
  33
  - Creating a New Document
    33
  - Saving a Document
    34
  - Opening a Document
    35
  - Printing a Document
    35
- Shortcuts
  36
CHAPTER 4 Using the Internet

37
- Learning about the Internet
  38
- Setting up an Internet Account
  39
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    39
- Using the World Wide Web
  39
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    40
  - Downloading Files
    41
- Using E-Mail
  41
  - Sending E-Mail
    42
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    42
Chapter 5: Sending and Receiving Faxes

43
- Installing and Configuring Microsoft Fax
  44
  - Installing Fax
    44
  - Configuring Microsoft Fax
    44
  - Configuring Microsoft Fax
    45
  - Setting up Your Cover Page Template
    47
- Sending a Fax
  47
  - Sending a Quick Fax
    47
  - Faxing from Programs
    48
  - Faxing a Scanned Document
    49
  - Automatically Retry Sending a Fax
    49
  - Canceling a Fax
    49
  - Automatically Canceling a Fax
    50
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  50
Chapter 6: Using Your Computer Hardware

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- Using the Diskette Drive
  52
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  52
  - Identifying Drive Types
    52
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    53
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  54
  - Memory Card Types
    54
  - Using a Memory Card
    55
- Using a Second Monitor
  55
- Installing an Uninterruptible Power Supply
  56
Chapter 7: Using Your Computer Software

59
- Adjusting the Volume
  60
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  62
- Playing Music and Movies
  63
  - Playing WAV Audio Files
    63
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    63
  - Playing Cds or Dvds
    64
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  66
  - Creating Music Files
    66
  - Building a Music Library
    69
  - Editing Track Information
    69
- Creating and Editing Videos
  70
  - Editing Videos
    71
  - Transferring Your Video to Your Computer
    71
  - Editing Your Video
    72
  - Saving Your Video
    72
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  73
  - Creating a Music CD
    73
  - Creating a Video DVD
    76
- Creating and Copying Data Cds and Dvds
  79
  - Creating a Data CD or DVD
    79
  - Copying a CD or DVD
    81
- Using Advanced Multimedia Software Features
  83
  - Windows Media Player Advanced Features
    83
  - Cyberlink Power2Go Advanced Features
    83
Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer

85
- Adjusting the Desktop Display Settings
  86
- Adjusting Monitor Settings
  91
  - Monitor Buttons
    91
  - On-Screen Display Options
    92
    
    Picture Menu
    93
    
    Advanced Menu
    93
- Using the Extended Desktop
  94
- Changing the Mouse Settings
  95
- Changing Power-Saving Settings
  95
Chapter 9: Networking Your Computer

99
- Introducing Networking
  100
  - Using a Router
    100
- Creating an Ethernet Network
  102
- Testing Your Network
  107
- Sharing Resources
  107
  - Sharing Drives and Printers
    107
- Using the Network
  109
  - Viewing Shared Drives and Folders
    109
  - Mapping a Network Drive
    110
  - Opening Files Across the Network
    110
  - Copying Files Across the Network
    110
  - Printing Files Across the Network
    111
- Adding a Printer to Your Network
  111
Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer

113
- Using Startup and Hard Drive Passwords
  114
- Security Updates
  120
- Updating Windows
  120
  - Windows Update
    120
  - Windows XP Security Center
    121
- Using Bigfix
  122
Chapter 11: Recovering Your System

123
Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Computer

133
- Scheduling Maintenance
  134
- Caring for Your Computer
  134
  - Cleaning Your Computer
    135
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  136
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    136
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    137
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    137
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    138
  - Backing up Files
    139
  - Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
    140
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  140
  - Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
    140
  - Transferring Files
    141
  - Transferring Internet Settings
    142
  - Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
    143
  - Installing Your Old Programs
    144
Chapter 13: Troubleshooting

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- Safety Guidelines
  146
- First Steps
  146
- Solving Problems
  147
  - Add-In Cards
    147
  - Audio
    147
  - Battery
    147
  - CD or DVD Drives
    147
  - Computer
    148
  - Diskette Drive
    149
  - Display
    150
  - DVD Drives
    150
  - Ethernet
    151
  - File Management
    151
  - Hard Drive
    152
  - Internet
    152
  - Keyboard
    153
  - Memory
    154
  - Memory Card Reader
    154
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    154
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    154
  - Mouse
    157
  - Networks
    157
  - Passwords
    157
  - Power
    157
  - Printer
    157
  - Sound
    159
- Telephone Support
  159
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    159
  - Telephone Numbers
    160
  - Self-Help
    161
  - Tutoring
    161
  - Training
    161
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

163
- Important Safety Information
  164
- Setting up Your System
  164
- Care During Use
  164
- Replacement Parts and Accessories
  164
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  165
- United States of America
  165
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  165
- Laser Safety Statement
  166
- Environmental Information
  167
Index

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Gateway FX User Manual (176 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Help

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Chapter 3: Using Windows XP

CHAPTER 4 Using the Internet

Chapter 5: Sending and Receiving Faxes

Chapter 6: Using Your Computer Hardware

Chapter 7: Using Your Computer Software

Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer

Chapter 9: Networking Your Computer

Chapter 10: Protecting Your Computer

Chapter 11: Recovering Your System

Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Computer

Chapter 13: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Index

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