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Gateway GM5684E Reference Manual

Gateway GM5684E Reference Manual (128 pages)

Gateway Desktop Computer Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 6 MB

Table of Contents

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
- Adjusting the Volume
  35
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  37
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
  37
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer

39
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  40
- Opening the Case
  41
  - Removing the Side Panel
    41
  - Removing the Front Bezel
    42
- Closing the Case
  43
  - Replacing the Front Bezel
    43
  - Replacing the Side Panel
    44
- Replacing the Color Panel
  44
- Installing Memory
  47
- Adding or Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
  49
- Replacing the Memory Card Reader
  51
- Adding or Replacing a Hard Drive
  53
- Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor
  55
- Adding or Replacing an Expansion Card
  57
- Replacing the System Battery
  58
- Replacing the System Board
  60
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer

63
- Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
  64
  - Creating System Recovery Discs
    64
- Caring for Your Computer
  65
- Cleaning Your Computer
  66
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    66
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    67
  - Cleaning the Monitor
    67
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    67
  - Cleaning Optical Discs
    68
- Updating Windows
  68
- Using Bigfix
  69
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  69
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    70
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    71
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    72
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    73
  - Backing up Files
    74
- Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
  75
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  76
CHAPTER6 Troubleshooting

79
- Safety Guidelines
  80
- Try These Steps First
  80
- Error Messages
  81
- Internet and Networking
  82
  - Internet
    82
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    83
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    84
  - Networking
    86
- Power
  87
- Display
  87
- Printing
  88
- Optical Discs
  89
- Memory Card Reader
  90
- Mouse
  90
- Keyboard
  91
- Files
  91
- Memory
  93
- Audio
  94
- Passwords
  94
- Expansion Cards
  95
- Media Center
  95
- Checking for Device Problems
  97
- Recovering Your System
  98
- Technical Support
  106
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    106
  - Calling Customer Care
    106
Appendix A: Legal Notices

107
- Replacement Parts and Accessories
  108
- Important Safety Information
  108
- Setting up Your System
  108
- Care During Use
  109
- Regulatory Compliance
  109
- United States of America
  109
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  109
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity
  110
- External Television Antenna Grounding
  112
- Laser Safety Statement
  112
- Lightning Protection
  112
- Environmental Information
  114
- Macrovision Statement
  115
Index

117

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