Gateway Profile 4 Manuals

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Gateway Profile 4 User Manual (284 pages)

Gateway Desktop Computer User's Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Desktop | Size: 9 MB

Table of Contents
3
1 Checking out Your Gateway Profile

9
- Front
  10
- Back
  12
- Right Side
  14
- Identifying Your Model
  16
- Finding Your Specifications
  17
- Accessories
  19
2 Getting Started

21
- Working Safely
  22
- Protecting from Power Source Problems
  25
- Starting Your Computer
  26
- Turning off Your Computer
  27
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Computer
  28
- Multifunction Keyboard
  29
  - Special-Function Buttons
    30
- Mouse
  32
  - Using the Mouse
    33
- Computer Display
  34
  - External Controls
    34
  - OSD Options
    35
  - Osd Menus
    35
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  38
3 Getting Help

39
- Helpspot
  40
  - Searching for a Topic
    42
  - Helpspot Videos
    43
- Online Help
  44
- Gateway Web Site
  45
  - Using Esupport
    46
4 Windows Basics

47
- About the Windows Environment
  48
- Using the Desktop
  49
  - Using the Start Menu
    50
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop
    51
- Identifying Window Items
  52
- Working with Files and Folders
  54
  - Viewing Drives
    54
  - Creating Folders
    55
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    57
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    59
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    60
- Searching for Files
  62
  - Using the Windows Search Utility
    63
- Working with Documents
  65
  - Creating a New Document
    65
  - Saving a Document
    66
  - Opening a Document
    67
  - Printing a Document
    68
- Shortcuts
  69
5 Using the Internet

71
- Learning about the Internet
  72
- Setting up an Internet Account
  74
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    74
- Using the World Wide Web
  76
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    77
  - Downloading Files
    78
- Using E-Mail
  79
  - Sending E-Mail
    79
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    80
6 Using Multimedia

81
- Using the Diskette Drive
  82
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  84
  - Identifying Drive Types
    84
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    85
- Adjusting the Volume
  87
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP
    87
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows 2000
    90
- Listening to Cds
  92
  - Listening to Cds in Windows XP
    92
  - Listening to Cds in Windows 2000
    94
- Recording and Playing Audio
  95
- Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player
  97
- Playing a DVD
  98
- Using Musicmatch
  100
  - Playing Cds
    100
  - Creating MP3 Music Files
    102
  - Editing Track Information
    104
  - Building a Music Library
    105
  - Changing the Music Library Display Settings
    106
  - Listening to Internet Radio
    107
  - Using Advanced Features
    108
- Using a Recordable Drive
  108
  - Creating Data Cds
    108
- Creating Music Cds
  113
- Copying Cds
  118
7 Using Phonetools

121
- Sending and Receiving Faxes
  122
  - Setting up Your Cover Page
    122
  - Sending a Fax
    125
  - Faxing from Programs
    127
  - Receiving and Viewing a Fax
    127
8 Customizing Your Computer

129
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
  130
  - Adjusting the Color Depth
    130
  - Adjusting the Screen Resolution
    132
  - Changing the Colors on Your Windows Desktop
    133
  - Changing the Desktop Background
    136
  - Selecting a Screen Saver
    139
- Changing the Mouse Settings
  141
- Programming the Multifunction Keyboard
  143
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts
  146
- Power Management
  148
  - Using Power Saving Modes
    149
  - Changing Power Settings
    149
  - Changing the Power Scheme
    150
  - Changing Advanced Power Settings
    151
  - Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
    153
  - Setting up an Uninterruptible Power Supply
    155
9 Networking Your Computer

157
10 Moving from Your Old Computer

169
- Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
  170
- Transferring Files
  171
  - Finding Your Files
    171
- Transferring Internet Settings
  173
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
  174
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner
    174
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer
    175
- Installing Your Old Programs
  176
11 Maintaining Your Computer

177
- Caring for Your Computer
  178
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette
  180
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  182
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  185
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    185
  - Using Disk Cleanup
    186
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    187
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    189
  - Backing up Files
    191
  - Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
    191
- Cleaning Your Computer
  193
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    193
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    194
  - Cleaning the Computer Display
    194
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    194
12 Restoring Software

195
- Using the Restoration Cds
  196
- Reinstalling Device Drivers
  197
- Updating Device Drivers
  199
- Reinstalling Programs
  200
- Reinstalling Windows
  202
13 Upgrading Your Computer

205
- Adding PC Cards
  206
- Selecting a Place to Work
  208
- Gathering the Tools You Need
  208
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  209
- Opening the Computer Case
  210
- Closing the Computer Case
  212
- Replacing Drives
  214
  - Replacing the Removable Drive Pack
    214
  - Replacing the Hard Drive
    218
- Replacing the Mini PCI Card
  222
- Installing or Replacing DIMM Memory
  227
- Using the BIOS Setup Utility
  230
14 Troubleshooting

233
- Safety Guidelines
  234
- First Steps
  235
- Software Support Tools
  235
- Troubleshooting
  236
  - CD, DVD, or Recordable Drives
    236
  - Cleaning Cds and Dvds
    238
  - Computer
    238
  - Computer Display
    239
  - Diskette Drive
    240
  - File Management
    241
  - Hard Drive
    242
  - Internet
    243
  - Keyboard
    244
  - Memory
    245
  - Modem
    246
  - Mouse
    252
  - Power
    252
  - Printer
    253
  - Sound
    255
- Telephone Support
  256
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support
    256
  - Telephone Support
    257
    
    Automated Troubleshooting System
    257
    
    Telephone Numbers
    257
- Tutoring and Training
  258
  - Self-Help
    258
  - Tutoring
    258
  - Training
    259
  - Important Safety Information
    261
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

261
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  264
- United States of America
  264
- Laser Safety Statement
  267
- Epa Energy Star
  267
Index

269

Gateway Profile 4 Service Manual (91 pages)

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Table of Contents

1 Checking out Your Gateway Profile

2 Getting Started

3 Getting Help

4 Windows Basics

5 Using the Internet

6 Using Multimedia

7 Using Phonetools

8 Customizing Your Computer

9 Networking Your Computer

10 Moving from Your Old Computer

11 Maintaining Your Computer

12 Restoring Software

13 Upgrading Your Computer

14 Troubleshooting

A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Index

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