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Gateway M-1615 Reference Manual (348 pages)
8512932 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R2 (English/French)
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 12.24 MB
Table of Contents
English
3
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
9
About this Guide
10
Accessing Your Online User Guide
10
Gateway Contact Information
10
Gateway Model and Serial Number
11
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
11
For more Information
11
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
13
Front
14
Left
15
Right
17
Back
18
Bottom
19
Keyboard Area
20
LCD Panel
22
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
23
Working Safely and Comfortably
24
Reducing Eye Strain
24
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
25
Sitting at Your Notebook
25
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
25
Connecting the AC Adapter
26
Protecting from Power Source Problems
27
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
28
Connecting the Optional Dial-Up Modem
29
Starting Your Notebook
29
Waking up Your Notebook
31
Turning off Your Notebook
31
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
32
Using the Status Indicators
33
Using the Keyboard
34
Key Types
35
System Key Combinations
36
Using the Optional Fingerprint Reader
39
Running the Touchstrip Tutorial
39
Enrolling Your Fingerprints
40
Using the Fingerprint Control Center
42
Using the Password Bank
43
Using the Fingerprint Reader Features
44
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
45
Using the Optional Multimedia Panel
48
Using the Optional Webcam
49
Adjusting the Brightness
52
Adjusting the Volume
53
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
55
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
55
Bluetooth Radio
57
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
59
Using the DVD Drive
60
Identifying Drive Types
60
Using a DVD Drive
61
Using the Memory Card Reader
63
Memory Card Types
63
Inserting a Memory Card
64
Using a Memory Card
64
Removing a Memory Card
64
Adding and Removing an Express Card
65
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
66
Connecting a USB Device
66
Viewing the Display on a Projector, Monitor, or Television
67
Adjusting the Display Properties
69
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
70
Ordering Accessories
71
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
73
Monitoring the Battery Charge
74
Recharging the Battery
74
Changing Batteries
75
Recalibrating the Battery
76
Extending Battery Life
77
Maximizing Battery Performance
77
Conserving Battery Power
77
Using Alternate Power Sources
78
Changing Power Modes
79
Changing Notebook Power Settings
80
Changing the Power Plan
80
Changing Advanced Settings
82
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
85
Packing Your Notebook
86
Traveling by Air
86
Dial-Up Modem
86
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
87
Files
87
Security
88
Power
89
Additional Tips
89
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
91
Caring for Your Notebook
92
Cleaning Your Notebook
92
Cleaning the Exterior
93
Cleaning the Keyboard
93
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
93
Maintaining the Battery
94
Storing Batteries
94
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
95
Recovering Your System
95
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
96
Using Microsoft System Restore
103
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
106
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
107
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
109
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
110
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
111
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
115
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
121
Safety Guidelines
122
First Steps
122
Troubleshooting
123
Audio
123
Battery
123
CD Drives
123
Diskette Drive (External)
123
Display
124
DVD Drives
125
Ethernet
127
Express Cards
127
File Management
127
Fingerprint Reader
128
Hard Drive
128
Internet
129
Keyboard
130
Media Center
131
Memory
134
Memory Card Reader
135
Modem (Cable or DSL)
135
Modem (Dial-Up)
135
Mouse
138
Networks (Wired)
139
Networks (Wireless)
141
Passwords
143
Power
143
Printer
144
Sound
145
Status Indicators
145
Touchpad
146
Video
146
Telephone Support
146
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
146
Legal Information
149
Important Safety Information
150
Setting up Your System
150
Replacement Parts and Accessories
151
Regulatory Compliance
151
Wireless Guidance
151
United States of America
152
Japanese Modem Notice
156
Laser Safety Statement
156
Environmental Information
157
Français
169
À Propos de Ce Guide
175
Accès À Votre Manuel de L'utilisateur en Ligne
176
Certificat D'authenticité Microsoft
177
Coordonnées de Gateway
177
Modèle Et Numéro de Série Gateway
177
Pour Plus D'informations
178
Avant
180
Chapitre 2 : Vérification de Votre Ordinateur Portable
180
Gauche
181
Droite
183
Arrière
184
Bas
185
Zone du Clavier
186
Écran ACL
188
Chapitre 3 : Installation Et Initiation
190
Travailler Confortablement Et en Toute Sécurité
190
Diminution de la Fatigue Visuelle
190
Préparation du Bureau Et de la Chaise
191
Position Devant L'ordinateur Portable
191
Évitez Les Douleurs Et Les Blessures Dues À la Fatigue Répétitive
192
Branchement de L'adaptateur C.a
192
Protection Contre Les Problèmes de Source
194
D'alimentation
194
Branchement du Modem Commuté en Option
195
Connexion À un Modem Haut Débit Ou un Réseau
196
Démarrage de L'ordinateur Portable
197
Activation de L'ordinateur Portable
198
Arrêt de Votre Ordinateur Portable
199
Redémarrage (Réinitialisation) de L'ordinateur Portable
200
Utilisation des Voyants D'état
201
Utilisation du Clavier
202
Types de Touche
202
Combinaisons de Touches du Système
204
Utilisation du Lecteur D'empreintes Digitales en Option
207
Exécution du Didacticiel Touchstrip
208
Relevé de Vos Empreintes Digitales
208
Utilisation du Centre de Contrôle des Empreintes Digitales
211
Utilisation de la Banque de Mots de Passe
212
Utilisation des Fonctionnalités du Lecteur
213
D'empreintes Digitales
213
Utilisation du Pavé Tactile EZ Pad
214
Utilisation du Panneau Multimédia en Option
217
Utilisation de la Webcam en Option
218
Réglage de la Luminosité
221
Réglage du Volume
222
Activation Et Désactivation de la Radio Sans Fil
224
Radio de Réseau Sans Fil Ieee
224
Radio Bluetooth
226
Chapitre 4 : Utilisation de Lecteurs Et D'accessoires
230
Utilisation du Lecteur DVD
230
Identification de Types de Lecteur
230
Utilisation D'un Lecteur DVD
231
Utilisation du Lecteur de Carte Mémoire
233
Types de Carte Mémoire
233
Insertion D'une Carte Mémoire
234
Utilisation D'une Carte Mémoire
234
Retrait D'une Carte Mémoire
234
Ajout Et Retrait D'une Carte Express
235
Installation D'une Imprimante Ou D'un Autre
236
Périphérique
237
Connexion D'un Périphérique USB
237
Visualisation de L'affichage Sur un Projecteur, Moniteur Ou Téléviseur
238
Réglage des Propriétés D'affichage
240
Utilisation du Projecteur Ou du Moniteur Pour
241
Pour Une Présentation
241
Chapitre 5 : Gestion de L'alimentation
244
Contrôle de la Charge de la Batterie
244
Recharge de la Batterie
244
Remplacement des Batteries
245
Recalibrage de la Batterie
246
Prolongation de la Durée de la Batterie
247
Optimisation de la Performance de la Batterie
247
Conservation de L'énergie de la Batterie
248
Utilisation D'autres Sources D'alimentation
249
Modification des Modes D'alimentation
249
Modification des Paramètres D'alimentation
251
Modification du Mode de Gestion de L'alimentation
251
Modification des Paramètres Avancés
253
Chapitre 6 : Voyager Avec Votre Ordinateur Portable
256
Emballer Votre Ordinateur Portable
256
Modem Commuté
256
Voyage en Avion
256
Connexions Sans Fil À Fréquence Radioélectrique
257
Fichiers
258
Sécurité
258
Alimentation
260
Autres Conseils
260
Chapitre 7 : Maintenance de Votre Ordinateur Portable
262
Entretien de Votre Ordinateur Portable
262
Nettoyage de Votre Ordinateur Portable
263
Nettoyage de L'extérieur
263
Nettoyage du Clavier
264
Nettoyage de L'écran de L'ordinateur Portable
264
Maintenance de la Batterie
264
Rangement des Batteries
265
Nettoyage des CD Ou des DVD
266
Récupération du Système
266
Récupération des Logiciels Et des Pilotes
267
Utilisation de L'option Restauration du Système
273
De Microsoft
273
Restauration de Tous Les Paramètres D'usine
276
Du Système
276
Restauration du Système À L'aide du DVD de Windows
277
Chapitre 8 : Mise À Niveau de Votre Ordinateur Portable
280
Prévention de Décharge D'électricité Statique
280
Ajout Ou Remplacement de Modules de Mémoire
281
Remplacement de L'ensemble Disque Dur
285
Chapitre 9 : Dépannage
292
Directives de Sécurité
292
Premières Étapes
292
Dépannage
293
Audio
293
Batterie
293
Lecteurs de CD
293
Lecteur de Disquettes (Externe)
294
Affichage
295
Lecteurs de DVD
296
Ethernet
298
Cartes Express
298
Gestion de Fichiers
299
Lecteur D'empreintes Digitales
299
Disque Dur
300
Internet
301
Clavier
302
Media Center
303
Mémoire
307
Lecteur de Carte Mémoire
307
Modem (Câble Ou DSL)
308
Modem (Commuté)
308
Souris
312
Réseaux (Câblés)
313
Réseaux (Sans Fil)
314
Mots de Passe
317
Alimentation
317
Imprimante
318
Son
320
Voyants D'état
320
Pavé Tactile
320
VIDéo
321
Support Par Téléphone
321
Avant D'appeler Le Service D'assistance Clientèle Gateway
321
Annexe A: Informations Légales
324
Index
335
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Gateway M-1615 Reference Manual (172 pages)
Gateway M-1412: Hardware Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 6.36 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
9
About this Guide
10
Accessing Your Online User Guide
10
Gateway Contact Information
10
Contacting Gateway Customer Care
10
Gateway Model and Serial Number
10
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
11
For more Information
11
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
13
Front
14
Left
15
Right
17
Back
18
Bottom
19
Keyboard Area
20
LCD Panel
23
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
25
Working Safely and Comfortably
26
Reducing Eye Strain
26
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
27
Sitting at Your Notebook
27
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
27
Connecting the AC Adapter
28
Protecting from Power Source Problems
29
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
30
Connecting the Optional Dial-Up Modem
31
Starting Your Notebook
32
Waking up Your Notebook
33
Turning off Your Notebook
33
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
34
Using the Status Indicators
35
Using the Keyboard
37
Key Types
38
System Key Combinations
39
Using the Optional Fingerprint Reader
42
Running the Touchstrip Tutorial
42
Enrolling Your Fingerprints
43
Using the Fingerprint Control Center
45
Using the Password Bank
46
Using the Fingerprint Reader Features
47
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
48
Using the Optional Multimedia Panel
51
Using the Optional Webcam
53
Adjusting the Brightness
56
Adjusting the Volume
57
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
59
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
59
Bluetooth Radio
61
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
63
Using the DVD Drive
64
Identifying Drive Types
64
Using a DVD Drive
65
Using the Memory Card Reader
67
Memory Card Types
67
Inserting a Memory Card
68
Using a Memory Card
68
Removing a Memory Card
68
Adding and Removing an Express Card
69
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
70
Connecting a USB Device
70
Viewing the Display on a Projector, Monitor, or Television
71
Adjusting the Display Properties
73
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
74
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
77
Monitoring the Battery Charge
78
Recharging the Battery
78
Changing Batteries
79
Recalibrating the Battery
80
Extending Battery Life
81
Maximizing Battery Performance
81
Conserving Battery Power
81
Using Alternate Power Sources
82
Changing Power Modes
83
Changing Notebook Power Settings
84
Changing the Power Plan
84
Changing Advanced Settings
86
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
89
Packing Your Notebook
90
Traveling by Air
90
Dial-Up Modem
90
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
91
Files
91
Security
92
Power
93
Additional Tips
93
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
95
Caring for Your Notebook
96
Cleaning Your Notebook
96
Cleaning the Exterior
97
Cleaning the Keyboard
97
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
97
Maintaining the Battery
98
Storing Batteries
98
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
99
Recovering Your System
99
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
100
Using Microsoft System Restore
107
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
110
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
111
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
113
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
114
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
115
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
119
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
123
Safety Guidelines
124
First Steps
124
Troubleshooting
125
Audio
125
Battery
125
CD Drives
125
Diskette Drive (External)
125
Display
126
DVD Drives
127
Ethernet
129
Express Cards
129
File Management
129
Fingerprint Reader
130
Hard Drive
130
Internet
131
Keyboard
132
Media Center
133
Memory
136
Memory Card Reader
137
Modem (Cable or DSL)
137
Modem (Dial-Up)
137
Mouse
140
Networks (Wired)
141
Networks (Wireless)
143
Passwords
145
Power
145
Printer
146
Sound
147
Status Indicators
147
Touchpad
148
Video
148
Telephone Support
148
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
148
Legal Information
151
Important Safety Information
152
Setting up Your System
152
Replacement Parts and Accessories
153
Regulatory Compliance
153
Wireless Guidance
153
United States of America
154
Japanese Modem Notice
158
Laser Safety Statement
158
Environmental Information
159
Gateway M-1615 User Manual (112 pages)
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Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 8.08 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
CHAPTER 1 Getting Help
7
Thank You for Purchasing Our Notebook
8
Using the Gateway Web Site
8
Using Help and Support
9
Searching for a Topic
9
Getting Help for Windows Media Center
9
Using Online Help
10
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
Using Tablet PC
20
Calibrating Your Tablet
20
Using Gestures
21
Using the Digital Pen
21
Using the Tablet Input Panel (TIP)
22
Working with Documents
23
Creating a New Document
23
Saving a Document
23
Opening a Document
24
Printing a Document
24
Shortcuts
25
Chapter 3: Using the Internet and Faxing
27
Learning about the Internet
28
Setting up an Internet Account
28
Accessing Your Internet Account
29
Using the World Wide Web
29
Connecting to a Web Site
30
Downloading Files
30
Using E-Mail
31
Sending E-Mail
31
Checking Your E-Mail
32
Using Windows Fax and Scan
32
Sending a Fax
33
Setting up Your Cover Page Template
36
Faxing a Scanned Document or from Programs
36
Canceling a Fax
37
Receiving and Viewing a Fax
37
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files
39
Playing Music and Movies
40
Playing Audio and Video Files
40
Playing Optical Discs
41
Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
43
Creating Music Files
43
Building a Music Library
45
Editing Track Information
45
Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
46
Creating a Music CD
46
Creating a Video DVD
47
Creating and Copying Data Discs
49
Creating a Data Disc
49
Using Windows Media Center
50
Starting Windows Media Center
50
Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook
51
Introduction to Networking
52
Networking Terms You Should Know
52
Ethernet Networking
52
Wired Ethernet Networking
52
Wireless Ethernet Networking
55
Establishing Your Ethernet Network Connection
57
Connecting to a Wireless Ethernet Network
58
Testing Your Network
60
Adding a Printer to Your Network
60
Sharing Resources
60
Using the Network
61
Bluetooth Networking
63
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Notebook
65
Hardware Security
66
Kensington Lock Slot
66
Computrace
66
Data Security
67
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
67
Computrace
67
Startup and Hard Drive Password
67
Windows User Accounts
67
Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses
68
Using Mcafee Securitycenter
69
Using Windows Security Center
72
Modifying Security Settings
73
Security Updates
74
Windows Update
74
Bigfix
75
Traveling Securely
75
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows
77
Changing Screen Settings
78
Changing Color Depth and Screen Resolution
78
Changing the Appearance of Windows and Backgrounds
79
Selecting a Screen Saver
80
Changing Gadgets
81
Changing System Sounds
83
Changing Mouse, Touchpad, or Pointing Device Settings
84
Changing Mouse Settings
84
Changing Touchpad or Pointing Device Settings
85
Adjusting Tablet, Digital Pen, and Input Panel Settings
86
Adding and Modifying User Accounts
87
Changing Accessibility Settings
88
Using the Ease of Access Center
88
Using Voice Recognition
89
Using the Windows Mobility Center
90
Setting up Parental Controls
92
Filtering Internet Access
92
Scheduling Notebook and Internet Use
93
Restricting Game Access
93
Restricting Specific Programs
95
Creating Activity Reports
95
Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook
97
Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
98
Updating Windows
98
Using Bigfix
98
Managing Hard Drive Space
99
Checking Hard Drive Space
99
Deleting Unnecessary Files
100
Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
101
Defragmenting the Hard Drive
102
Backing up Files
103
Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
104
Moving from Your Old Computer
104
Transferring Files and Settings with Windows Easy Transfer
104
Transferring Files and Settings Manually
105
Index
107
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Table of Contents
Replacing the Battery
2
Locating Components
2
To Replace the Battery
2
Replacing the DVD Drive
3
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
3
Replacing the Hard Drive
4
To Replace the Hard Drive
4
Replacing the Keyboard
6
Replacing a Memory Module
8
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