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Gateway FX542XG Reference Manual (164 pages)

Gateway FX540: Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 9.43 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 FX542XG User Manual (96 pages)

Gateway Desktop Computer User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 7.88 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
  25
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    25
- Using the World Wide Web
  25
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    26
  - Downloading Files
    27
- Using E-Mail
  27
  - Sending E-Mail
    27
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    28
- Using Windows Fax and Scan
  28
  - Sending a Fax
    29
  - Receiving and Viewing a Fax
    33
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

35
- Playing Music and Movies
  36
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    36
  - Playing Optical Discs
    37
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  39
  - Creating Music Files
    39
  - Building a Music Library
    41
  - Editing Track Information
    41
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  42
  - Creating a Music CD
    42
  - Creating a Video DVD
    43
- Creating and Copying Data Discs
  45
  - Creating a Data Disc
    45
- Using Windows Media Center
  46
  - Starting Windows Media Center
    46
  - Using the Media Center Remote Control
    48
Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer

49
- Introduction to Networking
  50
  - Networking Terms You Should Know
    50
- Ethernet Networking
  50
- Bluetooth Networking
  61
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer

63
- Hardware Security
  64
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    64
- Data Security
  64
- Security Updates
  71
  - Windows Update
    71
  - Bigfix
    72
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

73

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Gateway FX542XG 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

Gateway FX542XG User Manual (96 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

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