Gateway Solo 1450 Manuals

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Gateway Solo 1450 User Manual (320 pages)

Gateway User Guide Solo 1450

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.52 MB

Table of Contents
1
1 Checking out Your Gateway solo 1450

7
- Front
  8
- Left Side
  9
- Right Side
  10
- Back
  11
- Bottom
  12
- Keyboard Area
  14
- Identifying Your Model
  16
- Finding Your Specifications
  18
- Accessories
  20
2 Getting Started

21
- Connecting the AC Adapter
  22
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems
    24
- Starting Your Notebook
  25
  - Waking up Your Notebook
    25
- Turning off Your Notebook
  26
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
  27
- Status Indicators
  28
- Using the Keyboard
  29
  - Key Types
    30
  - System Key Combinations
    31
- Multi-Function Buttons
  33
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
  34
  - Using the Touchpad
    35
- Connecting the Modem
  37
- Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network
  38
  - Broadband Internet Connections
    39
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
  39
3 Getting Help

41
- Helpspot
  42
  - Searching for a Topic
    44
  - Helpspot Videos
    45
- Online Help
  46
- Gateway Web Site
  47
4 Windows Basics

49
- About the Windows Environment
  50
  - Using the Desktop
    51
  - Using the Start Menu
    51
  - Identifying Window Items
    53
- Working with Files and Folders
  55
  - Viewing Drives
    55
  - Creating Folders
    57
  - Copying and Moving Files and Folders
    58
  - Deleting Files and Folders
    60
  - Browsing for Files and Folders
    61
- Searching for Files
  63
  - Using the Search Utility
    64
- Adding Icons to the Desktop
  66
- Working with Documents
  67
  - Creating a New Document
    67
  - Saving a Document
    69
  - Opening a Document
    70
  - Printing a Document
    71
- Shortcuts
  72
5 Using the Internet

73
- Learning about the Internet
  74
- Setting up an Internet Account
  76
  - Accessing Your Internet Account
    76
- Using the World Wide Web
  78
  - Connecting to a Web Site
    79
  - Downloading Files
    80
- Using E-Mail
  81
  - Sending E-Mail
    81
  - Checking Your E-Mail
    82
6 Using Multimedia

83
- Using the Diskette Drive
  84
- Using the CD or DVD Drive
  85
  - Identifying Drive Types
    85
  - Inserting a CD or DVD
    86
- 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
  - Listening to Internet Radio
    107
  - Using Advanced Features
    108
- Using a Recordable Drive
  109
  - Creating Data Cds
    109
  - Creating Music Cds
    113
  - Copying Cds
    117
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

121
- Installing and Configuring Fax
  122
  - Installing Fax in Windows XP
    122
  - Configuring Fax in Windows XP
    123
  - Configuring Fax in Windows 2000
    126
- Sending a Simple Fax
  127
- Setting up Your Cover Page Template
  129
- Faxing from Programs
  130
- Faxing a Scanned Document
  130
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax
  131
- Canceling a Fax
  131
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax in Windows XP
  132
- Automatically Cancelling a Fax in Windows XP
  133
8 Managing Power

135
- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  136
- Recharging the Battery
  137
- Recalibrating the Battery
  138
- Changing Batteries
  139
- Extending Battery Life
  141
  - Conserving Battery Power
    141
  - Using Alternate Power Sources
    141
  - Changing Power Modes
    142
- Changing Power Settings
  143
  - Changing the Power Scheme
    143
  - Changing Alarm Options
    145
  - Changing Advanced Settings
    146
  - Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
    148
  - Changing Speedstep Settings
    149
9 Travel Tips

153
- Modem
  154
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  154
- Files
  155
- Security
  155
- Power
  156
10 Customizing Your Notebook

157
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings
  158
  - Adjusting the Color Depth
    158
  - Adjusting the Screen Resolution
    160
  - Applying a Color Scheme
    162
  - Changing the Desktop Background
    164
  - Selecting a Screen Saver
    167
- Changing the Touchpad Settings
  169
- Programming the Multi-Function Buttons
  171
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts
  173
11 Using a Wireless Ethernet Network

175
12 Moving from Your Old Computer

219
- Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
  220
- Transferring Files
  221
  - Finding Your Files
    221
- Transferring Internet Settings
  223
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner
  224
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner
    224
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer
    225
- Installing Your Old Programs
  226
13 Maintaining Your Notebook

227
- Caring for Your Computer
  228
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette
  230
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses
  232
- Managing Hard Drive Space
  235
  - Checking Hard Drive Space
    235
  - Using Disk Cleanup
    236
  - Checking the Hard Drive for Errors
    237
  - Defragmenting the Hard Drive
    239
  - Backing up Files
    241
  - Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
    242
- Cleaning Your Computer
  243
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    243
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    244
  - Cleaning the Screen
    244
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    244
14 Restoring Software

247
- Using the Restoration Cds
  248
- Reinstalling Device Drivers
  249
- Updating Device Drivers
  251
- Reinstalling Programs
  252
- Reinstalling Windows
  254
15 Upgrading Your Notebook

257
- Adding and Removing a PC Card
  258
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
  260
- Adding or Replacing Memory
  261
- Replacing the Hard Drive
  265
16 Troubleshooting

267
- Safety Guidelines
  268
- First Steps
  269
- Software Support Tools
  270
- Troubleshooting
  271
  - CD, DVD, CD-RW, or DVD/CD-RW Drives
    271
  - Device Installation
    273
  - Diskette Drive
    274
  - Display
    275
  - File Management
    276
  - Hard Drive
    276
  - Internet
    277
  - Keyboard
    279
  - Memory
    279
  - Modem
    280
  - Mouse
    284
  - Networks
    285
  - Passwords
    285
  - PC Cards
    285
  - Power
    285
  - Printer
    286
  - Sound
    288
  - Video
    289
- Telephone Support
  290
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support
    290
  - Telephone Support
    291
- Tutoring and Training
  292
  - Self-Help
    292
  - Tutoring
    292
  - Training
    293
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

295
- Important Safety Information
  295
- Regulatory Compliance Statements
  297
- United States of America
  299
Index

307

Gateway Solo 1450 Manual (117 pages)

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 1.36 MB

Front
8
Left Side
9
Right Side
10
Back
11
Bottom
12
Keyboard Area
13
Identifying Your Model
15
Accessories
16
Getting Started
17
Connecting the AC Adapter
18
Protecting from Power Source Problems
20
Starting Your Notebook
21
Turning off Your Notebook
22
Status Indicators
23
Using the Keyboard
24
Key Types
25
System Key Combinations
26
Multi-Function Buttons
28
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
29
Using the Touchpad
30
Connecting the Modem
32
Connecting to an Ethernet Network
33
Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device
34
Getting Help
35
Helpspot
36
Helpspot Videos
38
Online Help
39
Gateway Web Site
40
Windows Basics
41
About the Windows Environment
42
Using the Desktop
43
Using the Start Menu
44
Identifying Window Items
45
Working with Files and Folders
47
Creating Folders
48
Copying and Moving Files and Folders
49
Deleting Files and Folders
51
Browsing for Files and Folders
53
Searching for Files
54
Using the Search Utility
55
Working with Documents
57
Saving a Document
58
Opening a Document
59
Printing a Document
60
Shortcuts
61
Using the Internet
63
Learning about the Internet
64
Setting up an Internet Account
65
Accessing Your Internet Account
66
Using the World Wide Web
67
Connecting to a Web Site
68
Downloading Files
69
Using E-Mail
70
Sending E-Mail
71
Using Multimedia
73
Using Diskettes
74
Using a CD, CD-RW, or DVD Drive
75
Creating Cds Using Your CD-RW or DVD/CD-RW Drive
76
Creating Music Cds
79
Adjusting the Volume
83
Listening to Cds
86
Recording and Playing Audio
87
Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player
89
Playing a DVD
90
Using Musicmatch
91
Creating Music Files
92
Editing Track Information
94
Building a Music Library
95
Listening to Internet Radio
97
Using Advanced Features
98
Sending and Receiving Faxes
99
Setting up Your Cover
100
Sending a Fax
102
Faxing from Programs
104
Managing Power
105
Monitoring the Battery Charge
106
Recharging the Battery
107
Recalibrating the Battery
108
Changing Batteries
109
Extending Battery Life
111
Changing Power Modes
112
Changing Power Settings
113
Changing the Power Scheme
114
Changing Alarm Options
115
Changing Advanced Settings
116

Gateway Solo 1450 Service Manual (73 pages)

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Gateway Solo 1450 Install Manual (16 pages)

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1 Checking out Your Gateway solo 1450

2 Getting Started

3 Getting Help

4 Windows Basics

5 Using the Internet

6 Using Multimedia

7 Sending and Receiving Faxes

8 Managing Power

9 Travel Tips

10 Customizing Your Notebook

11 Using a Wireless Ethernet Network

12 Moving from Your Old Computer

13 Maintaining Your Notebook

14 Restoring Software

15 Upgrading Your Notebook

16 Troubleshooting

A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

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