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Gateway MX8523 Reference Manual (164 pages)
Gateway 200E: Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 5.72 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
11
Gateway Model and Serial Number
11
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
11
For more Information
12
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
13
Front
14
Left
15
Right
16
Back
17
Bottom
17
Keyboard Area
19
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
21
Working Safely and Comfortably
22
Reducing Eye Strain
22
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
23
Sitting at Your Notebook
23
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
23
Connecting the AC Adapter
24
Protecting from Power Source Problems
26
Connecting the Dial-Up Modem
27
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
28
Starting Your Notebook
28
Waking up Your Notebook
30
Turning off Your Notebook
30
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
31
Using the Status Indicators
32
Using the Keyboard
33
Key Types
33
System Key Combinations
35
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
37
Using the Optional EZ Point Pointing Device
40
Replacing the EZ Point Pointing Device Cap
41
Turning the Touchpad or Pointing Device on or off
42
Adjusting the Brightness
43
Adjusting the Volume
44
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
45
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
46
Bluetooth Radio
46
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
47
Changing Modules
48
Using the CD or DVD Drive
50
Identifying Drive Types
50
Using a CD or DVD
51
Using the Memory Card Reader
52
Memory Card Types
52
Inserting a Memory Card
52
Using a Memory Card
53
Removing a Memory Card
53
Adding and Removing a PC Card
53
Using a Port Replicator
55
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
55
Connecting a USB Device
56
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device
57
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
57
Adjusting the Display Properties
58
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
60
Viewing the Display on a Television
61
Ordering Accessories
62
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
65
Monitoring the Battery Charge
66
Recharging the Battery(Ies)
66
Changing Batteries
67
Replacing the Main Battery
67
Installing a Secondary Battery
68
Recalibrating the Battery(Ies)
69
Extending Battery Life
70
Maximizing Battery Performance
70
Conserving Battery Power
70
Using Alternate Power Sources
71
Changing Power Modes
71
Using Power Saving Modes
72
Changing Notebook Power Settings
73
Changing the Power Plan
73
Changing Advanced Settings
75
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
77
Packing Your Notebook
78
Traveling by Air
78
Dial-Up Modem
78
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
79
Files
79
Security
80
Power
81
Additional Tips
81
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
83
Caring for Your Notebook
84
Cleaning Your Notebook
84
Cleaning the Exterior
85
Cleaning the Keyboard
85
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
86
Maintaining the Battery(Ies)
86
Storing Batteries
86
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
87
Recovering Your System
88
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
89
Using Microsoft System Restore
95
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
98
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
100
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
101
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
102
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
103
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
106
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
111
Safety Guidelines
112
First Steps
112
Troubleshooting
113
Audio
113
Battery
113
CD Drives
113
Diskette Drive (Modular or External)
114
Display
115
DVD Drives
116
Ethernet
118
File Management
118
Hard Drive
118
Internet
119
Keyboard
120
Media Center
121
Memory
124
Memory Card Reader
125
Modem (Cable or DSL)
125
Modem (Dial-Up)
125
Mouse
129
Networks (Wired)
129
Networks (Wireless)
131
Passwords
133
PC Cards
133
Pointing Device
134
Power
134
Printer
135
Sound
136
Status Indicators
137
Touchpad or Pointing Device
137
Video
137
Telephone Support
138
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
138
Legal Information
141
Important Safety Information
142
Setting up Your System
142
Replacement Parts and Accessories
143
Regulatory Compliance
143
Wireless Guidance
143
United States of America
144
Japanese Modem Notice
148
Laser Safety Statement
148
Epa Energy Star
149
Environmental Information
149
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Gateway MX8523 User Manual (132 pages)
Gateway 200E: User Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 3.72 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: Getting Help
7
Thank You for Purchasing Our Notebook
8
Gateway Web Site
8
Using Support
9
Help and Support
10
Searching for a Topic
10
Getting Help in Media Center
11
Bigfix
11
Online Help
12
Chapter 2: Using Windows XP
13
About the Windows Desktop
14
Using the Start Menu
15
Adding Icons to the Desktop
16
Identifying Window Items
16
Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005
17
Using Tablet PC Extensions
18
Working with Files and Folders
21
Viewing Drives
21
Creating Folders
22
Copying and Moving Files and Folders
23
Deleting Files and Folders
24
Browsing for Files and Folders
25
Searching for Files
26
Using the Windows Search Utility
26
Working with Documents
28
Creating a New Document
28
Saving a Document
29
Opening a Document
30
Printing a Document
30
Shortcuts
31
Chapter 3: Recovering Your System
33
System Recovery Options
34
Drivers and Applications Recovery
34
Creating Drivers and Applications Recovery Discs
35
Copying Drivers and Applications Recovery Files to a Network
36
Creating Discs from Recovery Files on a Network
37
Recovering Your System
38
Recovering Specific Files and Software
38
Recovering Your System Using Microsoft System Restore
40
Recovering Your System from the Hard Drive
41
Chapter 4: Using the Internet
43
Learning about the Internet
44
Setting up an Internet Account
45
Accessing Your Internet Account
45
Using the World Wide Web
45
Connecting to a Web Site
46
Downloading Files
47
Using E-Mail
47
Sending E-Mail
48
Checking Your E-Mail
48
Chapter 5: Protecting Your Notebook
49
Hardware Security
50
Kensington Lock Slot
50
Computrace
50
Data Security
51
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
51
Computrace
51
Notebook Startup and Hard Drive Password
51
Windows XP User Accounts
51
Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses
52
Using Mcafee Securitycenter
53
Using Windows XP Security Center
55
Security Updates
56
Windows Update
56
Bigfix
58
Traveling Securely
58
Chapter 6: Using Multimedia
59
Adjusting the Volume
60
Playing Music and Movies
62
Playing WAV Audio Files
62
Playing Audio and Video Files
63
Playing Cds or Dvds
63
Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
66
Creating Music Files
66
Building a Music Library
68
Editing Track Information
69
Creating and Editing Videos
70
Editing Videos
70
Transferring Your Video to Your Notebook
70
Editing Your Video
71
Saving Your Video
72
Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
72
Creating a Music CD
72
Creating a Video DVD
75
Creating and Copying Data Cds and Dvds
79
Creating a Data CD or DVD
79
Copying a CD or DVD
82
Advanced Multimedia Software Features
83
Windows Media Player Advanced Features
83
Cyberlink Power2Go Advanced Features
83
Chapter 7: Wireless Networking
85
Wireless Networking
86
Buying Wireless Equipment
86
Setting up Your Wireless Network
87
Making Sure Your Broadband Connection Works
87
Setting up Your Access Point
87
Setting up Your Notebook
88
Testing Your Network
89
Sharing Resources
90
Sharing Drives and Printers
90
Using the Network
92
Viewing Shared Drives and Folders
92
Mapping a Network Drive
92
Opening Files Across the Network
93
Copying Files Across the Network
93
Printing Files Across the Network
93
Connecting to Hotspots
94
Adding Devices to Your Network
94
Adding a Desktop Computer to Your Network
94
Adding a Printer to Your Network
94
Chapter 8: Sending and Receiving Faxes
95
Installing and Configuring Fax
96
Installing Fax
96
Configuring Fax
96
Sending a Simple Fax
98
Setting up Your Cover Page Template
100
Faxing from Programs
100
Faxing a Scanned Document
101
Receiving and Viewing a Fax
101
Canceling a Fax
101
Automatically Retry Sending a Fax
102
Automatically Canceling a Fax
102
Chapter 9: Customizing Your Notebook
103
Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
104
Adjusting the Color Depth
104
Adjusting the Screen Resolution
105
Changing the Colors on Your Windows Desktop
106
Changing the Desktop Background
107
Selecting a Screen Saver
108
Using an Extended Desktop
109
Changing the Mouse, Touchpad, or Pointing Device Settings
110
Changing Mouse Settings
110
Changing Touchpad or Pointing Device Settings
111
Adjusting Tablet and Pen Settings
112
Programming the Buttons
113
Adjusting the Tablet PC Input Panel Settings
113
Adding and Modifying User Accounts
114
Chapter 10: Maintaining Your Notebook
115
Updating Windows
116
Using Bigfix
116
Managing Hard Drive Space
117
Checking Hard Drive Space
117
Deleting Unnecessary Files
118
Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
118
Defragmenting the Hard Drive
119
Backing up Files
120
Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
121
Moving from Your Old Computer
121
Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
121
Transferring Files
122
Transferring Internet Settings
123
Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
124
Installing Your Old Programs
124
Index
127
Gateway MX8523 Reference Manual (138 pages)
Gateway 200ARC: Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 2.2 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
7
About this Guide
8
Accessing the Online User Guide
8
Gateway Contact Information
9
Gateway Model and Serial Number
9
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
9
For more Information
10
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
11
Front
12
Left
12
Right
14
Bottom
15
Keyboard Area
17
Chapter 3: Using Your Gateway Notebook
19
Connecting the AC Adapter
20
Protecting from Power Source Problems
21
Connecting the Dial-Up Modem
22
Connecting to a Cable or DSL Modem or to a Network
23
Starting Your Notebook
24
Waking up Your Notebook
24
Turning off Your Notebook
24
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
25
Using the Status Indicators
26
Using the Keyboard
27
Key Types
28
System Key Combinations
29
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
31
Adjusting the Volume
33
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
34
Chapter 4: Using Accessories
37
Using the Memory Card Reader
38
Memory Card Types
38
Inserting a Memory Card
38
Using a Memory Card
38
Removing a Memory Card
39
Adding and Removing a PC Card
39
Using an Optional Port Replicator
41
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
41
Connecting a USB Printer, Scanner, or Digital Camera
42
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Video Camera or MP3 Player
42
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
43
Ordering Accessories
44
Chapter 5: Managing Power
47
Monitoring the Battery Charge
48
Recharging the Battery
48
Changing Batteries
49
Replacing the Battery
49
Recalibrating the Battery
50
Extending Battery Life
51
Conserving Battery Power
51
Using Alternate Power Sources
52
Changing Power Modes
52
Changing Notebook Power Settings
53
Changing the Power Scheme
54
Changing Alarm Options
56
Changing Advanced Settings
57
Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
58
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
61
Packing Your Notebook
62
Traveling by Air
62
Dial-Up Modem
62
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
63
Files
64
Security
64
Power
65
Additional Tips
65
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
67
Caring for Your Notebook
68
Cleaning Your Notebook
69
Cleaning the Exterior
69
Cleaning the Keyboard
70
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
70
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
70
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
71
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
72
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
73
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
76
CHAPTER 9 Troubleshooting
79
Safety Guidelines
80
First Steps
80
Troubleshooting
81
Audio
81
Battery
81
CD Drives
81
Device Installation
81
Display
82
External DVD Drives
84
File Management
86
Hard Drive
86
Internet
87
Keyboard
88
Media Center
89
Memory
93
Memory Card Reader
94
Modem (Cable or DSL)
94
Modem (Dial-Up)
94
Mouse
98
Networks (Wired)
99
Networks (Wireless)
101
Passwords
104
PC Cards
104
Pointing Device
104
Power
104
Printer
105
Sound
107
Status Indicators
107
Touchpad
108
Video
108
Telephone Support
109
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
109
Telephone Numbers
110
Self-Help
111
Tutoring
111
Training
112
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
113
Important Safety Information
114
Regulatory Compliance Statements
116
Wireless Guidance
116
United States of America
118
Canada
122
Japan
124
Laser Safety Statement
125
Epa Energy Star
125
Environmental Information
125
Notices
127
Index
129
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Gateway MX8523 User Manual (106 pages)
Gateway 200E: User Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 7.94 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
8
Contacting Gateway
9
Getting Help for Windows Media Center
9
Using Online Help
9
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
19
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
31
Using Windows Fax and Scan
32
Sending a Fax
32
Setting up Your Cover Page Template
35
Faxing a Scanned Document or Faxing from Programs
36
Canceling a Fax
36
Receiving and Viewing a Fax
36
Chapter 4: Playing and Creating Media Files
37
Playing Music and Movies
38
Playing Audio and Video Files
38
Playing Optical Discs
39
Creating Audio Files and Music Libraries
41
Creating Music Files
41
Building a Music Library
42
Editing Track Information
43
Creating Music Cds and Video Dvds
43
Creating a Music CD
43
Creating a Video DVD
44
Creating and Copying Data Discs
47
Creating a Data Disc
47
Using Windows Media Center
47
Starting Windows Media Center
48
Chapter 5: Networking Your Notebook
49
Introduction to Networking
50
Networking Terms You Should Know
50
Ethernet Networking
50
Wired Ethernet Networking
50
Wireless Ethernet Networking
53
Establishing Your Ethernet Network Connection
55
Connecting to a Wireless Ethernet Network
56
Testing Your Network
58
Adding a Printer to Your Network
58
Sharing Resources
58
Using the Network
60
Bluetooth Networking
61
Chapter 6: Protecting Your Notebook
63
Hardware Security
64
Kensington Lock Slot
64
Data Security
64
Startup and Hard Drive Password
64
Windows User Accounts
64
Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses
65
Using Norton 360
65
Using Windows Security Center
68
Security Updates
69
Windows Update
69
Bigfix
70
Traveling Securely
70
Chapter 7: Customizing Windows
71
Changing Screen Settings
72
Changing Color Depth and Screen Resolution
72
Changing the Appearance of Windows and Backgrounds
73
Selecting a Screen Saver
74
Changing Gadgets
75
Changing System Sounds
77
Changing Mouse, Touchpad, or Pointing Device Settings
78
Changing Mouse Settings
78
Changing Touchpad or Pointing Device Settings
79
Adjusting Tablet, Digital Pen, and Input Panel Settings
80
Adding and Modifying User Accounts
81
Changing Accessibility Settings
82
Using the Ease of Access Center
82
Using Voice Recognition
83
Using the Windows Mobility Center
84
Setting up Parental Controls
86
Filtering Internet Access
86
Scheduling Notebook and Internet Use
87
Restricting Game Access
87
Restricting Specific Programs
89
Creating Activity Reports
89
Chapter 8: Maintaining Your Notebook
91
Setting up a Maintenance Schedule
92
Updating Windows
92
Using Bigfix
92
Managing Hard Drive Space
93
Checking Hard Drive Space
93
Deleting Unnecessary Files
94
Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
94
Defragmenting the Hard Drive
95
Backing up Files
96
Scheduling Maintenance Tasks
97
Moving from Your Old Computer
97
Transferring Files and Settings with Windows Easy Transfer
97
Transferring Files and Settings Manually
98
Gateway MX8523 Starter Manual (46 pages)
8511921 - Gateway Getting Started Guide for Windows Vista (English/French)
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 2.49 MB
Table of Contents
Thank You
2
We Do Windows
4
Getting Things Started
5
Maintaining Order
6
Need Additional Help
8
For Your Listening and Viewing Pleasure
12
Keeping Your Computer Safe
14
Mcafee Securitycenter
17
Improving Performance
19
Prepare to Recover
21
Reinstalling the Operating System
22
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