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Gateway M-6309 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
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Gateway M-6309 User Manual (112 pages)
Gateway M-1412: User Guide
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
Gateway M-6309 Install Manual (15 pages)
Replacing the AC Adapter
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 1.55 MB
Table of Contents
Replacing the Battery
2
To Replace the Battery
2
Locating Components
2
Replacing the DVD Drive
3
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
3
Replacing the Hard Drive
5
To Replace the Hard Drive
5
Replacing the Keyboard
7
Replacing a Memory Module
9
Keyboard Cover
11
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Gateway M-6309 Install Manual (2 pages)
Gateway M-1628: Install Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 0.59 MB
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