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Gateway FX530S Reference Manual (166 pages)

Gateway Desktop Computer Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 7.82 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
    34
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  34
  - Memory Card Types
    35
  - Using a Memory Card
    35
- Adjusting the Volume
  36
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  38
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
  39
Chapter 4: Advanced Hardware Setup

41
- Setting up Your Crossfire Video Cards
  42
- Setting up RAID
  45
  - About RAID
    45
  - RAID 0 for Performance
    45
  - RAID 1 for Security
    46
  - RAID 5 and 10 for Both: Performance and Security
    47
  - Preparing Your Computer for RAID
    49
  - Configuring RAID
    49
  - Adding or Replacing a RAID Drive
    52
  - Getting Help
    52
- Overclocking the Processor
  53
- Setting up Multiple Monitors
  54
Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Computer

55
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  56
- Opening the Case
  57
  - Removing the Side Panel
    57
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    59
- Closing the Case
  60
  - Replacing the Front Bezel
    60
  - Replacing the Side Panel
    60
- Adding or Replacing Memory
  61
- Replacing the System Battery
  63
- Adding or Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
  65
- Replacing the Memory Card Reader
  66
- Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
  68
- Replacing the Front Fan
  71
- Replacing the Rear Fan
  73
- Replacing the Power Supply
  75
- Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor
  76
- Replacing the I/O Board
  78
- Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
  80
- Replacing the System Board
  82
Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Computer

89
- Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
  90
- Caring for Your Computer
  91
- Cleaning Your Computer
  92
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    92
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    93
  - Cleaning the Monitor
    93
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    93
  - Cleaning Optical Discs
    94
- Updating Windows
  94
- Using Bigfix
  95
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  96
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    96
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    97
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    98
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    99
  - Backing up Files
    100
- Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
  102
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  103
  - Transferring Files and Settings with Windows Easy Transfer
    103
  - Transferring Files and Settings Manually
    104
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

107
- Safety Guidelines
  108
- First Steps
  108
- Troubleshooting
  109
  - Add-In Cards
    109
  - Audio
    109
  - CD or DVD Drives
    109
  - Display
    111
  - DVD Drives
    111
  - Ethernet
    112
  - Expansion Cards
    113
  - File Management
    113
  - Hard Drive
    114
  - Internet
    115
  - Keyboard
    116
  - Media Center
    117
  - Memory
    120
  - Memory Card Reader
    120
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    121
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    121
  - Monitor
    124
  - Mouse
    125
  - Networks
    125
  - Passwords
    125
  - Power
    126
  - Printer
    126
  - Sound
    128
- Restoring Your Computer
  128
- Recovering Your System
  128
- Telephone Support
  140
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    140
  - Telephone Numbers
    141
  - Self-Help
    142
  - Tutoring
    142
  - Training
    143
Appendix A: Legal Notices

145
- Important Safety Information
  146
- Setting up Your System
  146
- Care During Use
  146
- Replacement Parts and Accessories
  147
- Regulatory Compliance
  147
- United States of America
  147
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  148
- Laser Safety Statement
  149
- External Television Antenna Grounding
  150
- Lightning Protection
  150
- Environmental Information
  152
- Macrovision Statement
  153
Index

155

Gateway FX530S Starter Manual (46 pages)

8511921 - Gateway Getting Started Guide for Windows Vista (English/French)

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 2.49 MB

Thank You
2
We Do Windows
4
Getting Things Started
5
Maintaining Order
6
Need Additional Help
8
For Your Listening and Viewing Pleasure
12
Keeping Your Computer Safe
14
Mcafee Securitycenter
17
Improving Performance
19
Prepare to Recover
21
Reinstalling the Operating System
22

Gateway FX530S Setup Manual (2 pages)

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Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 0.2 MB

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Gateway FX530S Reference Manual (166 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About this Reference

Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer

Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

Chapter 4: Advanced Hardware Setup

Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Computer

Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Computer

Chapter 7: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Legal Notices

Index

Gateway FX530S Starter Manual (46 pages)

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