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Gateway Personal Computer User Manual

Gateway Personal Computer User Manual (120 pages)

Gateway Personal Computer User Manual

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
3
1 Getting Help

7
- Thank You for Purchasing Our Computer
  8
- Gateway Web Site
  9
  - Using Support
    9
- Help and Support
  11
  - Searching for a Topic
    12
- Bigfix
  12
- Online Help
  13
- Using Your Computer Guide
  13
- Gateway Contact Information
  14
2 Checking out Your Gateway Computer

15
- Front
  16
- Back
  18
- Right Side
  20
- Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
  21
- Finding Your Specifications
  21
- Accessories
  21
3 Getting Started

23
- Working Safely
  24
- Starting Your Computer
  27
  - Waking up Your Computer
    28
- Turning off Your Computer
  28
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
  29
- Using the Cord Cover
  30
- Locking Your Computer
  31
- Adjusting the Volume
  32
- Using the Keyboard
  33
  - Standard Keyboard
    33
  - Multifunction Keyboard
    34
  - Special Function Buttons
    35
  - Wireless Keyboard
    36
- Using the Mouse
  37
- Connecting the Modem
  39
- Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network
  39
- Computer Display
  40
  - External Controls
    40
  - OSD Options
    41
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  44
4 Using Drives and Ports

45
- Using the Diskette Drive
  46
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  47
  - Memory Card Types
    47
  - Inserting a Memory Card
    48
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  49
  - Identifying Drive Types
    49
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    50
  - Playing a CD
    51
  - Playing a DVD
    51
  - Creating Cds and Dvds
    51
- Adding and Removing PC Cards
  52
  - Adding a PC Card
    52
  - Removing a PC Card
    53
5 Networking Your Computer

55
6 Maintaining Your Computer

65
- Caring for Your Computer
  66
- Updating Windows
  66
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  67
- Cleaning Your Computer
  70
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    70
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    70
  - Cleaning the Computer Display
    71
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    71
  - Cleaning Cds or Dvds
    72
- Restoring Your System
  73
7 Upgrading Your Computer

75
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  76
- Opening the Case
  77
- Closing the Case
  78
- Replacing the Hard Drive
  79
- Installing Memory
  83
8 Troubleshooting

85
- Safety Guidelines
  86
- First Steps
  86
- Troubleshooting
  87
  - Audio
    87
  - Battery
    87
  - CD or DVD Drives
    87
  - Computer
    88
  - Diskette Drive
    89
  - Display
    90
  - DVD Drives
    90
  - File Management
    91
  - Hard Drive
    91
  - Internet
    92
  - Keyboard
    93
  - Memory
    94
  - Memory Card Reader
    94
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    94
  - Mouse
    98
  - Networks
    98
  - Passwords
    99
  - Power
    99
  - Printer
    99
  - Sound
    101
- Telephone Support
  102
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    102
  - Telephone Numbers
    103
  - Automated Troubleshooting System
    103
  - Self-Help
    104
  - Tutoring
    104
  - Training
    104
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

105
- Important Safety Information
  106
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  107
- United States of America
  107
- Laser Safety Statement
  109
- Environmental Information
  109
- Epa Energy Star
  109
Index

111

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