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Gateway GT5694 Reference Manual (126 pages)

Gateway GT5694: Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 6 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
- Using the Mouse
  26
- Using Optical Drives
  29
  - Features
    29
  - Loading an Optical Disc
    29
  - Identifying Optical Drive Types
    29
  - Playing Discs
    31
  - Creating Discs
    32
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  32
  - Memory Card Types
    33
  - Using a Memory Card
    33
- Adjusting the Volume
  34
- Configuring the Audio Jacks
  36
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Device
  36
Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer

39
Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer

57
- Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
  58
  - Creating System Recovery Discs
    58
- Caring for Your Computer
  59
- Cleaning Your Computer
  60
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    60
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    61
  - Cleaning the Monitor
    61
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    61
  - Cleaning Optical Discs
    62
- Updating Windows
  62
- Using Bigfix
  63
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  64
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    64
  - Deleting Unnecessary Files
    65
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    66
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    67
  - Backing up Files
    68
- Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
  70
- Moving from Your Old Computer
  71
CHAPTER6 Troubleshooting

75
- Safety Guidelines
  76
- Try These Steps First
  76
- Error Messages
  77
- Internet and Networking
  78
  - Internet
    78
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    79
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    80
  - Networking
    82
- Power
  83
- Display
  83
- Printing
  84
- Optical Discs
  85
- Memory Card Reader
  86
- Mouse
  86
- Keyboard
  87
- Files
  87
- Memory
  89
- Audio
  90
- Passwords
  90
- Expansion Cards
  91
- Media Center
  91
- Checking for Device Problems
  93
- Recovering Your System
  93
- Technical Support
  105
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    105
  - Calling Customer Care
    105
Appendix A: Legal Notices

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

117

Gateway GT5694 User Manual (94 pages)

Gateway Personal Computer User Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 6 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
  24
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    25
- Using the World Wide Web
  25
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    25
  - Downloading Files
    26
- Using E-Mail
  26
  - Sending E-Mail
    26
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    27
- Using Windows Fax and Scan
  27
  - Sending a Fax
    27
  - Faxing a Scanned Document or from Programs
    31
  - Canceling a Fax
    31
  - Receiving and Viewing a Fax
    32
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files

33
- Playing Music and Movies
  34
  - Playing Audio and Video Files
    34
  - Playing Optical Discs
    35
- Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
  37
  - Creating Music Files
    37
  - Building a Music Library
    39
  - Editing Track Information
    39
- Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
  40
  - Creating a Music CD
    40
  - Creating a Video DVD
    41
- Creating and Copying Data Discs
  43
  - Creating a Data Disc
    43
- Using Windows Media Center
  44
  - Starting Windows Media Center
    44
  - Using the Media Center Remote Control
    46
Chapter 5: Networking Your Computer

47
- Introduction to Networking
  48
  - Networking Terms You Should Know
    48
- Ethernet Networking
  48
- Bluetooth Networking
  59
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer

61
- Hardware Security
  62
  - Kensington Lock Slot
    62
- Data Security
  62
- Security Updates
  67
  - Windows Update
    67
  - Bigfix
    68
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows

69
- Changing Screen Settings
  70
- Changing System Sounds
  76
- Changing Mouse Settings
  77
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts
  77
- Changing Power-Saving Settings
  79
  - Changing the Power Plan
    79
- Changing Accessibility Settings
  80
  - Using the Ease of Access Center
    81
  - Using Voice Recognition
    82
- Setting up Parental Controls
  82
- Notices
  87

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Gateway GT5694 Reference Manual (126 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About this Reference

Chapter 2: Checking out Your Computer

Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

Chapter 4: Upgrading Your Computer

Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computer

CHAPTER6 Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Legal Notices

Index

Gateway GT5694 User Manual (94 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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