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Gateway FX542S Reference Manual (164 pages)

Gateway FX540: Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 9 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference

7
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer

11
- Front
  12
- Back
  14
  - Video Card Ports
    17
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

19
- Working Safely and Comfortably
  20
- Preparing Power Connections
  22
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    22
- Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
  23
- Connecting a Dial-Up Modem
  23
- Starting Your Computer
  24
  - Waking up Your Computer
    24
- Turning off Your Computer
  25
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
  26
- Using the Keyboard
  27
  - Premium Multimedia Keyboard Features
    27
  - Elite Multimedia Keyboard Features
    28
- Using the Mouse
  30
- Using Optical Drives
  32
  - Features
    32
  - Loading an Optical Disc
    32
  - Identifying Optical Drive Types
    33
  - Playing Discs
    34
  - Creating Discs
    36
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  36
  - Memory Card Types
    37
  - Using a Memory Card
    37
- Adjusting the Volume
  38
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  40
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
  41
Chapter 4: Advanced Hardware Setup

43
- Setting up Dual Video Cards
  44
- Setting up Multiple Monitors
  46
- Setting up RAID
  47
  - About RAID
    47
  - RAID 0 for Performance
    47
  - RAID 1 for Security
    48
  - RAID 5 and 10 for both Performance and Security
    49
  - Preparing Your Computer for RAID
    50
  - Configuring RAID
    51
  - Getting Help
    52
Chapter 5: Upgrading Your Computer

53
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  54
- Opening the Case
  55
  - Removing the Side Panel
    55
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    57
- Closing the Case
  58
  - Replacing the Front Bezel
    58
  - Replacing the Side Panel
    58
- Adding or Replacing Memory
  59
- Adding or Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
  61
- Replacing the Memory Card Reader
  63
- Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
  65
- Replacing the Front Fan
  67
- Replacing the Rear Fan
  70
- Replacing the Power Supply
  72
- Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor
  73
- Replacing the I/O Board
  75
- Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
  77
- Replacing the System Battery
  80
- Replacing the System Board
  81
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
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
    111
  - Expansion Cards
    112
  - File Management
    112
  - Hard Drive
    113
  - Internet
    114
  - Keyboard
    115
  - Media Center
    116
  - Memory
    119
  - Memory Card Reader
    119
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    120
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    120
  - Monitor
    123
  - Mouse
    124
  - Networks
    125
  - Passwords
    125
  - Power
    125
  - Printer
    126
  - Sound
    127
- Restoring Your Computer
  128
- Recovering Your System
  128
- Telephone Support
  139
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    139
  - Telephone Numbers
    140
  - Self-Help
    141
  - Tutoring
    141
  - Training
    141
Appendix A: Legal Notices

143
- Important Safety Information
  144
- Setting up Your System
  144
- Care During Use
  144
- Replacement Parts and Accessories
  145
- Regulatory Compliance
  145
- United States of America
  145
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  146
- Laser Safety Statement
  147
- External Television Antenna Grounding
  148
- Lightning Protection
  148
- Environmental Information
  150
- Macrovision Statement
  151
Index

153

Gateway FX542S Starter Manual (24 pages)

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Gateway FX542S Reference Manual (164 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

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