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1. Upgrading Your Notebook This chapter provides information about adding hardware devices to your notebook Read this chapter to learn how to m Add and remove PC Cards m Add and replace memory m Replace the hard drive 207 Chapter 15 Upgrading Your Notebook Adding and removing a PC Card Your notebook has a PC Card slot also Known as a PCMCIA card slot This slot accepts a single Typell or Type lll card You do not need to restart your notebook when changing most cards because your notebook supports hot swapping Hot swapping means that you can insert a PC Card while your notebook is running If your PC Card does not work after hot swapping see the PC Card manufacturer s documentation for further information gt To insert a PC Card m Push the card firmly into the lower part of the PC Card slot label side up until the outer edge of the card is flush with the side of your notebook 208 www gateway com Adding and removing a PC Card gt To remove a PC Card 1 Click theremove hardware amp icon in thetaskbar the PC Card name then click Stop OR Turn off your notebook Important If the remove hardware icon does not appear on the taskbar click the show hidden icons button Release the eject button by pressing the PC Card eject button once Eject the PC Card by pressing the eject button again www gateway com 209 Chapter 15 Upgrading Your Notebook Preventing st
2. suueueee 141 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings llle 142 Adjusting the color depth 0 0000 cee eee 142 Adjusting the screen resolution 00 000 eects 143 Changing the colors on your Windows desktop 2 00 000 145 Changing the desktop background 00 cece ee eee else 146 Selecting a screen Saver 0 2 0 ccc tee 148 Changing the touchpad settings 0 0 cece eee eee ee 150 Programming the multi function buttons 0 0 0 eee ee ee 152 Adding and modifying user accounts 0 00 c eee eee 153 11 Networking Your Computer 00 cece eee ee eee 155 Benefits of networking 0 ee eh 156 Sharing a single Internet connection 00 000 eee eee eee 156 Sharing drives 20 teens 156 Sharing peripheral devices 000 c cece cece eee 157 Streaming audio and video files cece ees 157 Playing multi player games 0 0 cece eee 157 Selecting a network connection 000 cece eee 158 Wired Ethernet network 00 00 cee eet tees 158 Wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b network 158 Using a wired Ethernet network lllsleseeeee eee 159 Ethernet Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet 00000 00s 159 Example wired Ethernet network 0 00 e eee ete eee 160 Equipment you need for a wired Ethernet network issus
3. 0 0 cece tte 32 Connecting the modem 0 0000 cee tte tees 34 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network 0 000 c cece ee een eens 35 Broadband Internet connections lille 36 Installing a printer scanner or other peripheral device lusus 36 j Getting Help oso ee ee ee 37 Helpopol 243a cat ote Ud ew ln Voc LA UT QU Nate ac re Lite Sean eee eg 38 Searching for atopic isi iann A E a A aA r a aai 40 HelpSpot videos iesziehenkbusrioeute E A E E A ecd niu Ae 41 MIMS MSO 22 ae nei etre steer mt sedet emitte edis dodi deduc do 42 Gateway Web site 2 6 teen eee 43 Using eSupport oe eee ea ei eae e a ee eee P REG ien 44 Windows Basics eo lt 0 2050 4340s olo RE eet einen ERA DE 45 About the Windows environment ssseeele eee 46 Using the deskt p srecen kiirta aki Aexkcekcak Rit RREGAREPERIPG GOEAEG REG 47 Using the Start menu 0 0 00 nn 47 Adding icons to the desktop lleeleeeee eee 48 Identifying window items essa ensa ai e a RII 49 Working with files and folders 00 cee ae 51 VIEWING driVes ise test esibs esr e Gretna ana DA Gane a oS Euer 51 Creating folders o cese San Gisgecha Sea eg a EA Gree Ode I DEP RENE EE 52 Copying and moving files and folders iilis 54 Deleting files and folders i raana eee eee 56 Browsing for files and folders llle 57 Searching for files oos zer pr Rr pe iba Nani Shae WA
4. Pe pi y pees De Hen ul ual n i Pun E Pim TI II bei naan tobe ren ne ma r het oem oe cm dyis cem bed dv eto mes Sa es A pelo b rac m Hon Be ieri um xri mei 9 PT TI 1 LI LL Chukod eed Em i C jC 2 f you want to search by file or folder name type in all or part of the file or folder name in the name box in the left pane of the window m If you type all of the name Search will list all files and folders of that name If you type part of the name Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed 60 www gateway com Searching for files 3 Click Search When the search is completed Windows lists the files and folders whose names contain the text that you searched for oo bee nar LL LM E3 Cee tin suman m seeds prie m Yman bus edt kami rema er i as ee ee 5 NDA mpe ande uri hopam gre am regredi ee 5 1 ducens nei arg aaa mom o vhs drcum v rei am rg a j HR Cap Hia TH er IR er i Cams ani erg 4 Open a file folder or program by double clicking the name in the list Help and For more information about searching for files and folders Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword searching in the HelpSpot Search box 3 Search then click the arrow Using advanced search options Search can find files meeting morecriteriathan file name You can narrow your search by selecting the search options th
5. 5 If this is the first time you have inserted the red Gateway CD accept the End User License Agreement EULA by clicking Yes l accept it then clicking Continue The Gateway Driver and Application Recovery program starts and the Drivers and Application Recovery tab appears Select a single device driver to reinstall OR Click Automatic Installation then select multiple device drivers to reinstall Grayed out drivers are not available for Automatic Installation To select these drivers click Manual Installation Click Install Follow any additional on screen instructions Depending on the device driver you are reinstalling you may only need to restart your computer to complete the installation However if a setup wizard opens when you restart your computer follow the on screen instructions Help and For more information about reinstalling device drivers in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword drivers in the HelpSpot Search box Search Ig then click the arrow Updating device drivers Updating device drivers The Restoration CDs contain a device driver update utility that works over the Internet If you do not have an Internet service provider the update utility works by direct dialing the device driver update service Important If your system came equipped with a wireless device only use the drivers approved for the country the device will be used in See the red Gat
6. If your notebook has a v 90 modem the speed at which you can upload send data islimited to 33 6K If your notebook has a v 92 modem the speed at which you can upload data is limited to 48K Your ISP may not support 48K uploads You can check modem connection speeds and dial up network DUN connections by accessing the gateway your way dial up server The server also contains drivers patches and updates for current Gateway hardware and software The server provides a secure connection and is a stand alone server You cannot use it to access the Internet The server cannot be accessed Mondays from 8 00 a m to 12 00 p m CT gt To access the gateway your way dial up server 1 Insert the red Gateway CD into the CD or DVD drive 2 Click Help then click Support Web Site 3 To check your modem connection speed click the Direct Dial option After your modem connects move the mouse pointer over the Dial Up Networking icon located next to the clock on your taskbar Your modem connection speed appears Your fax communications program only sends and receives faxes at 14 400 bps when you have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive rate of 14 400 bps The modem is not recognized by your notebook m Make sure that the line connected to the modem is working and plugged into the appropriate port on your notebook See Back on page 6 to make sure that the connections have been made correc
7. Serial number label TIE siitirsesite System mad label Memory bay mi a Mini PCI bay Battery latch 7 l Reset Battery Hard drive bay bay t wo E p s Component Icon Description Serial number Includes your notebook s serial number For more information see label Gateway serial number on page 11 System label Includes the product model number For more information see Identifying your model on page 11 Mini PCI bay The optional wireless Ethernet mini PCI card is located in this bay Reset hole Insert a straightened paper clip into this hole to manually restart the notebook Hard drive bay The hard drive kit is located in this bay For more information see Ej Replacing the hard drive kit on page 215 www gateway com 7 Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 Component Battery bay Battery latch Memory bay Icon Description Insert the battery into this bay For more information see Changing the battery on page 125 Slide to release the battery Install as many as two memory modules into this bay For more information see Adding or replacing memory on page 212 www gateway com Keyboard area Keyboard area For information on using your keyboard see Using the keyboard on page 26 Power Status indicators Multi function button SSeS _ buttons Keyboard Speaker Component Status indicators Multi function buttons
8. 3 Click the Appearance tab maala Pin jer lie Pheer arziknp i icma aem Amparo Sate www gateway com 145 Chapter 10 Customizing Your Computer 4 Click thearrow button to open the Color scheme list click the color scheme you want then click OK The new colors appear on your desktop OR If you want to create a new color scheme as part of a desktop theme a Click Advanced The Advanced Appearance dialog box opens D Click the arrow button to open the Item list then click the item you want to change C Change the color or font settings for the item a Click OK then click the Themes tab 6 Click Save As type a name for the new theme then click OK twice The new colors appear on your desktop m Changing the desktop background You can change the Windows desktop background picture Windows provides several backgrounds or you can use pictures that you have created or retrieved from other sources gt To change the desktop background 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Appearance and Themes 2 Click Double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box opens 146 www gateway Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 3 Click the Desktop tab aalay Pin jer lie Thama Oaie rmar aa ppamamcs Satire Lack poured Tjstrahangs TI ries Wj vpdec yee wed Mj Caco et 4 Click a backgro
9. Feces In S rues Cry pcre ciple el ioe cee binds Dem Pe cid ree poem 18i rRII eet es rgy aA U a cmm 4 Click thearrow button to open the Screen Saver list then click the screen saver you want Windows previews the screen saver 5 f you want to customize the screen saver click Settings then make your changes If the Settings button is not available you cannot customize the screen saver you selected 148 www gateway com Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 6 If you want to display the Welcome Login screen whenever you exit the screen saver click the On resume display Welcome screen check box f f you want to change the time before the screen saver is activated click the up or down arrows next to the Wait box 8 Click ok Help and For more information about selecting a screen saver in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword screen savers in the HelpSpot Search bOX Search IE then click the arrow www gateway com 149 Chapter 10 Customizing Your Computer Changing the touchpad settings You can adjust the double click speed pointer speed left hand or right hand configuration and other touchpad settings gt To change your touchpad settings 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Printers and Other Hardware 2 Click Double click the Mouse icon The Mouse Propert
10. rectis aped quaerens be pui er m ey iiin 4 7 E M ty i Protect FL hara omen pieg od sp rr lees LE Nw br Lzrixz ni ru oe A pe nnn RR ick oe Ha ni ae ed wl mantre pres mum aeree gut hes ure m Ae rey Seed el eerie ote pe peel rr Bom eed i you know ee Tirso TE DC AFIRE FEL m Poco qud sug TELE E zi EIE Toc E e meee mi tect eee eee Hoc El immi karma and aom 5 Q mm n If this is the first time you have started HelpSpot you may experience a brief wait while HelpSpot builds the help database then HelpSpot displays an introductory video 38 www gateway com HelpSpot You can find help information by clicking a link performing a search or browsing the index To learn about using your Gateway computer your touchpad and other tasks click the Using your computer link on the HelpSpot main page WR iim i Be Rel Betr ii mmm qm Gaien Cub voy rib Decke Bex Sek rik www gateway com 39 Chapter 3 Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for atopic in HelpSpot typea word or phrase keyword in the Search box located at the top of any HelpSpot screen then click the arrow button ee be Bee ee Bee limes ia fee Search box eee m Browse tha cnamh resite Search results header Search results Fon headers LLIIIEIL For each search you receive the following search result types m Suggested Topics These top
11. the disc s regional code and your DVD drive s regional code must match The regional code on your DVD drive is determined by your notebook s delivery address The regional code for the United States and Canada is 1 The regional code for Mexico is 2 Your DVD drive s regional code must match the regional code of the disc The regional code for the disc is on the disc disc documentation or packaging If the DVD movie does not play the disc s regional code and your DVD drive s regional code may not match m Make sure that the InterVideo program has been installed on your notebook See Playing a DVD on page 108 for more information 223 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Cleaning CDs or DVDs Wipe from the center to the edge not around in a circle using a product made especially for the purpose Device installation You have computer problems after adding a new device Sometimes a new device such as a PC Card can cause a system resource IRQ conflict Check IRQ usage to determine if there is an IRQ conflict gt To check IRQ usage 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Performance and Maintenance 2 Click Double click System click the Hardware tab then click Device Manager The Device Manager window opens 3 Click View then click Resources by type Double click Interrupt request IRQ All IRQs and their hardware assignments are displ
12. Eeid b paises ah ie iae are hree tamil prr He prem bum em rp zonpuier HER hen pisse rhe dessp bil oi Ki ee Shum iy Lx J Coe 4 Click the arrow button to open a Power buttons list then click the power setting mode you want to use 5 Click OK 132 www gateway com Changing power settings Help and For more information about changing the power Support management settings in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Q Type the keyword power management in the HelpSpot Search box search IE then click the arrow Activating and using Hibernate mode gt To activate Hibernate mode 1 Click Start then click Control Panel TheC ontrol Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Performance and Maintenance 2 Click Double click the Power Options icon The Power Options Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Hibernate tab Faves Gchese dawe Press Mares Acivussed tenis Ween vor compel Saber fpr sobald anon hj remp pe pons here rini and Hun hai deer runi uar copu comes mu nb hansen i ufum oor prac naa II E imb pibs ranis Dab crac iur eorr n Tiss dii mes TATS H Duk pe mgp in hea 170m www gateway com 133 Chapter 8 Managing Power 4 Click the Enable hibernation check box then click Apply Hibernate mode is now an option you can select on the Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties dialog box and in the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down
13. For help on finding files click Help then click Help and Support Center or Help Topics For more information see Searching for files on page 59 Help and For more information about finding files in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword searching for files in the HelpSpot Search box sssrch If click the arrow then click the Full text Search Matches button Transferring Internet settings Transferring Internet settings You can use different methods to transfer your Internet account from your old computer to your new one Setting up your ISP m f your current Internet service provider ISP software came preinstalled on your new computer run that setup program If it asks to set up anew account or an existing one choose to set up an existing account m If your current ISP software is not preinstalled on your new computer locate the original Internet setup program provided by your local ISP or contact your ISP to see if they have an updated version of their software and install it on your new computer m If you use MSN as your ISP or if you know your ISP settings use the Windows Internet Connection Wizard gt To use the Internet Connection Wizard 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories Communications then click New Connection Wizard The New Connection wizard opens 2 Configure your Internet settings by following the on screen instructions n Help and
14. Use the following table to set up a regular maintenance schedule Maintenance task Immediately Monthly When needed See after purchase Create an emergency diskette X page 180 Check for viruses X X page 182 Manage hard drive space X page 185 Clean up hard drives X X page 186 Scan hard drive for errors X X page 187 Defragment hard drive X X page 189 Back up files X X page 191 178 Caring for your computer Maintenance task Immediately Monthly When needed See after purchase Recalibrate the battery X page 124 Clean computer case X page 193 Clean keyboard X page 194 Clean computer screen X page 194 Clean mouse X page 194 www gateway com 179 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer Creating an emergency startup diskette An emergency startup diskette is a diskette that contains critical information that you need to start your computer if Windows fails to start You should create a startup diskette as soon as you get your computer gt To create an emergency startup diskette 1 Insert a blank diskette labeled Startup into the diskette drive 2 Click Start then click My Computer The My Computer window opens 3 Right click 3 Floppy A then click Format The Format 3 Floppy A dialog box opens Format 24 Floppy A elta Tores Label Fam giiia Ereta anp OA abarkup hih ze J g 4 Click to select the Create an MS DOS startup disk check box then click Start A message warns you that any i
15. editing track information 93 inserting 80 playing music 84 89 troubleshooting 222 CD Copier 105 CD drive 5 79 127 identifying drive 79 status indicator 24 using 79 CD RW cleaning 224 copying CDs 105 creating data CDs 97 creating music CDs 101 troubleshooting 222 CD RW drive 5 79 127 identifying drive 79 status indicator 24 using 79 258 Certificate of Authenticity 12 cleaning audio CD 224 case 193 CD 224 component exteriors 193 computer screen 194 DVD 224 keyboard 194 mouse 194 screen 194 clicking 33 close button 50 closing program 23 50 window 50 color changing depth 142 changing desktop 145 changing number of 142 changing scheme 145 connecting AC adapter 18 camera 36 digital camera 36 digital video camera 36 external keyboard 26 keyboard 26 modem 34 printer 36 scanner 36 surge protector 20 to Ethernet 35 to Internet 36 70 to network 35 video camera 36 109 connections digital camera 3 36 digital video camera 3 36 109 Ethernet 3 35 external speakers 4 Firewire 3 36 109 headphone 4 i Link 3 36 109 IEEE 1394 3 36 109 keyboard 3 36 microphone 4 86 modem 3 34 monitor VGA 6 mouse 3 36 network 3 35 parallel 6 36 power 6 18 printer 3 6 36 scanner 3 36 speaker 4 USB 3 36 VGA 6 video camera 3 36 109 Zip drive 3 36 copying CDs 105 files and folders 54 66 text and graphics 66 copyright notice 256 creating data CDs 97 documents 62 folders
16. ensure compliance with FCC rules 249 Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information FCC declaration of conformity 250 Responsible party Gateway Companies Inc 610 Gateway Drive North Sioux City SD 57049 605 232 2000 Fax 605 232 2023 Product Gateway 400SD4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation of this product is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your AN authority to operate the product Telecommunications per FCC part 68 applicable to products fitted with USA modems Your modem complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules On the computer or modem card isalabel that containstheFCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for this device If requested this information must be provided to the telephone company An FCC compliant telephoneline cord with a modular plugis required for use with this device The modem is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant Seeinstallation instructionsfor details The Ringer Equivalence Number REN is used to determinethe number of d
17. identifying drive types 79 replacing hard drive 215 sharing 156 status indicators 24 troubleshooting 222 225 227 types 79 viewing contents 51 viewing files and folders 52 DSL modem 36 68 160 163 DVD cleaning 224 inserting 80 playing 108 troubleshooting 222 DVD drive 5 79 127 identifying drive 79 status indicator 24 using 79 260 DVD CD RW copying CDs 105 creating data CDs 97 creating music CDs 101 troubleshooting 222 DVD CD RW drive 5 79 127 identifying drive 79 status indicator 24 using 79 E electrostatic discharge ESD 210 email 69 74 address 74 button 30 checking for messages 75 programming button 152 sending 74 transferring settings 174 emergency startup diskette 180 EmPower power adapter 127 Error checking 187 eSupport 13 14 44 Ethernet 158 159 connecting 35 jack 3 35 turning wireless Ethernet on or off 167 wired 159 160 wireless 162 163 164 165 external monitor 6 28 EZ Pad touchpad 10 31 See also touchpad F fan 6 Fast Ethernet 158 159 161 faxes 111 automatically canceling 119 canceling 118 configuring Fax 112 failed transmission 120 installing Fax 112 receiving and viewing 118 retrying 119 sending 115 sending from program 117 sending scanned image 117 setting up cover page template 116 troubleshooting 233 files 51 52 backing up 191 copying 54 66 cutting 66 deleting 47 56 66 186 finding 57 59 moving 54 171 opening 33 47 pasting 66 recovering
18. on page 208 Plug a microphone into this jack Plug headphones or amplified speakers into this jack The built in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack Insert a standard 3 5 inch diskette into this drive For more information see Using the diskette drive on page 78 www gateway com Right side Right side CD DVD Recordable drive Component Icon Description CD DVD Recordable drive Insert CDs CD RWs or DVDs into this drive For more information see Using the CD or DVD drive on page 79 This drive may be a CD DVD CD RW or combination DVD CD RW drive To determine the type of drive in the notebook examine the drive tray s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in Identifying drive types on page 79 www gateway com 5 Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 Back Monitor X Ventilation Parallel Power Ventilation Kensington port fan port connector fan lock slot Component Icon Description Monitor port O Plug an analog VGA monitor into this port Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components Do not block or insert objects into these slots Parallel port B Plug a parallel device such as a printer into this port Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector Kensington Secure your computer to an object by connecting a Kensington lock slot K cable lock to this slot 6 www gateway com Bottom Bottom
19. power 2 recordable drive 24 Scroll Lock 25 28 support tool PC Doctor 221 surge protector 20 127 138 Suspend 28 system identification label 7 11 system key combinations 28 267 system keys 27 T taskbar 47 Technical Support 242 technical support automated troubleshooting 242 eSupport 13 14 44 FaxBack support 242 resources 241 Technical Support 242 tips before contacting 241 tutorial service 242 telephone automatically canceling fax 119 canceling fax 118 configuring Fax 112 installing Fax 112 line protector 136 line tester 136 receiving and viewing faxes 118 retrying fax 119 sending fax 115 sending faxes from a program 117 sending scanned image fax 117 setting up fax cover page template 116 telephone support 241 title bar 50 touchpad 10 31 buttons 31 32 changing settings 150 dicking 33 double clicking 33 dragging objects 33 moving pointer 32 moving screen objects 33 opening files folders and programs 33 opening shortcut menu 33 right clicking 33 rocker switch 31 32 selecting screen objects 33 268 training CD 244 classroom 244 Gateway Learning Libraries 244 Learn Gateway 244 transferring files 171 Internet settings 173 travel tips 135 troubleshooting audio 239 automated system 242 CD drive 222 CD RW drive 222 cleaning CD 224 cleaning DVD 224 device installation 224 diskette drive 225 display 226 DVD drive 222 DVD CD RW drive 222 Error checking 187 faxed answers 242 faxes 233 file
20. the pointer arrow on the screen moves in the same direction You can use the EZ Pad left and right buttons below the touchpad to select objects You can assign a function to the rocker switch between the touchpad buttons This function can be to scroll up or down maximize or minimize the active window or open and close the Start menu For more information about programming the rocker switch see Changing the touchpad settings on page 150 Using the touchpad To Do this Move the pointer on the screen Move your finger around on the touchpad If you run out of space and need to move the pointer farther lift your finger move itto the middle of the touchpad then continue moving your finger 32 www gateway com Using the EZ Pad touchpad To Do this Select an object on the screen Position the pointer over the object Quickly press and release the left button once This action is called clicking Start a program or open a file or folder Position the pointer over the object Press the left button twice in rapid succession This action is called double clicking Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen Position the pointer over the object Quickly press and release the right button once This action is called right clicking Move an object on the screen Position the pointer over the object Press the left button and hold it down
21. 161 Using a wireless Ethernet network 20200 0c cece eee eee 162 Example access point wireless Ethernet network 0 55 163 Equipment you need for an access point wireless Ethernet network 164 Example peer to peer wireless Ethernet network ulsss 165 Equipment you need for a peer to peer wireless Ethernet network 166 For more information 00 cee teas 166 Using your notebook on a network 000 c cee ees 167 Installing and configuring your notebook for Ethernet networking 167 Turning your wireless Ethernet on or off llle 167 12 Moving from Your Old Computer 169 Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 170 Transferting tiles serran in ere RR eR A are ak a S Ear Re MERE 171 Firiding your itlles woud etna de 4G e Ee LER EDU Remi REOR d 171 Transferring Internet settings 0 00 cee eee ee 173 Setting up Your ISP s ied seas eed erue S EEG Ene PRETI ER S 173 Transferring your e mail and address book 2 20055 174 Transferring your Internet shortcuts llle 174 Installing your old printer or scanner lslllleelse ee 174 Installing a USB printer or scanner 20 000 cee eee eee 174 Installing a parallel port printer 0 0 0 eee 175 Installing your old programs 0 ccc ae 176 13 Maintaining Your Computer L
22. 3 Click a file or program to open it Help and For more information about the Windows XP Start menu Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword Windows Start menu in the HelpSpot Search box serh J then click the arrow Adding icons to the desktop You may want to add an icon shortcut to the desktop for a program that you use frequently gt To add icons to the desktop 1 Click Start then click All Programs 2 Right click press the right touchpad button the program that you want to add to the desktop 48 www gateway com Identifying window items 3 Click Send To then click Desktop create shortcut A shortcut icon for that program appears on the desktop Help and For more information about desktop icons in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword desktop icons in the HelpSpot Search box sech Jg then click the arrow Identifying window items When you double click the icon for a drive folder file or program a window opens on the desktop This example shows the Local Disk C window which opens after you double click the Local Disk C icon in theM y Computer window Title bar emmm ere Close p Menu bar EIER atic r Maximize Minimize www gateway com 49 Chapter 4 Windows Basics Every program window looks a little different because each has its own menus icons and controls Most windows include these items Win
23. 32 bit True Color setting at all times If the color in your images seems false or jumpy especially after you have played a game or run a video intensive program check the color depth setting and return it to 32 bit True Color if necessary gt To change the color depth 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Appearance and Themes 2 Click Double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box opens 142 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 3 Click the Settings tab P L3 Terai Deukizn Sen Seve Appaagnce Figh Chag tac aie icc in rach Bas phia seen od pa r V Deed eborubm ius bea ME gm ey lien quse Lan d Nee Hgh E iij E WM ba 752 sie hin UH 4 Click the arrow button to open the Color quality or Colors list then click the color depth you want 5 To save your changes click OK then click Yes Help and Support For more information about adjusting display settings in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword changing display settings in the HelpSpot Search box Sesrch JE then click the arrow Adjusting the screen resolution You can increase the screen resolution to fit more icons on your desktop or you can decrease the resolution to make reading the display easier The higher the resolution the smaller individual components of the screen such asicons
24. 52 53 movies 109 MP3 files 94 music CDs 101 music files 91 94 startup diskette 180 Customer Service 241 Accounting 242 Sales 242 Warranty 242 customizing 141 cutting files and folders 54 66 text and graphics 66 D default printer 238 defragmenting hard drive 189 deleting files and folders 47 56 66 186 desktop 46 adding icons 48 adding shortcuts 48 adjusting settings 142 changing background 146 changing color depth 142 changing color scheme 145 changing colors 145 changing number of colors 142 changing resolution 143 using 47 device drivers See drivers devices 15 36 dialing codes 136 digital camera connecting 36 USB port 3 digital video camera connecting 36 IEEE 1394 port 3 directional keys 27 Disk Cleanup 186 Disk Defragmenter 189 diskette creating startup 180 inserting 78 troubleshooting 225 using 78 write protect 181 diskette drive 4 78 eject button 78 status indicator 24 78 using 78 display settings 142 switching 28 troubleshooting 226 documentation Gateway Web site 43 help 38 259 HelpSpot 38 online help 42 documents creating 62 opening 64 printing 65 saving 63 double clicking 33 downloading 73 dragging 33 drivers 199 reinstalling 199 updating 201 drives 51 backing up files 191 CD 5 79 127 CD RW 5 79 127 checking for errors 187 checking for free space 185 defragmenting 189 deleting files 186 diskette 4 78 DVD 5 79 127 DVD CD RW 5 79 127 hard drive 7 215
25. 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b PCI card installed in each desktop computer OR A wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b USB adapter attached to each desktop computer OR A notebook with wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11b built in OR A wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b PC Card installed in each notebook that does not have wireless Ethernet built in m Awireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b access point to connect your wireless Ethernet network to the Internet or a wired Ethernet network Important IEEE 802 11a and IEEE 802 11b use different radio frequencies All wireless Ethernet components should use the same frequency Some wireless devices can broadcast F and receive signals on both frequencies A combination of IEEE 802 11a and IEEE 802 11b components will not work 164 Using a wireless Ethernet network Example peer to peer wireless Ethernet network Use a peer to peer also known as ad hoc wireless Ethernet network if you are setting up or joining a temporary computer to computer network This type of network does not include access into a wired network or the Internet You can create this type of network to quickly move files from one computer to another www gateway com 165 Chapter 11 Networking Your Computer Equipment you need for a peer to peer wireless Ethernet network For a peer to peer wireless Ethernet network you need A wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE
26. 802 11b PCI card installed in each desktop computer OR A wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b USB adapter attached to each desktop computer OR A notebook with wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11b built in OR A wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b PC Card installed in each notebook that does not have wireless Ethernet built in For more information For more information about purchasing equipment for your home or office Ethernet network discuss your particular needs with your Gateway store representative In addition several books and Internet sites are dedicated to networking See these sources for more information about networking your home or office with wired or wireless Ethernet Help and For more information about networking in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword networking in the HelpSpot Search bOX Search EJ then click the arrow 166 Using your notebook on a network Using your notebook on a network Installing and configuring your notebook for Ethernet networking A guide in PDF format has been included on your hard drive that provides instructions for installing and configuring both wired and wireless Ethernet networking on your notebook To access this guide click Start All Programs then click Gateway Utilities Turning your wireless Ethernet on or off Warning Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on c
27. End User License Agreement EULA by clicking Yes accept it then clicking Continue The Gateway Driver and Application Recovery program starts and the Drivers and Application Recovery tab appears 9 Select a single program to reinstall OR Click Automatic Installation then select multiple programs to reinstall Grayed out programs arenot availablefor Automatic Installation To select these programs click Manual Installation 203 Chapter 14 Restoring Software 10 Click Install 11 Follow any additional on screen instructions Depending on the programs you are reinstalling you may only need to restart your computer to complete the installation However if a setup wizard opens when you restart your computer follow the on screen instructions Help and For more information about reinstalling programs in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword installing programs in the HelpSpot Search box sssr then click the arrow gt To reinstall Works Suite including Word games or other programs from a CD 1 If you just reinstalled Windows go to Step 4 Otherwise go to the next step 2 Click Start Control Panel then click Add or Remove Programs 3 In the Currently Installed Programs list click the program you want to uninstall then click Change Remove and follow the on screen instructions 4 Insert the program CD into the CD DVD or recordable drive 5 Complete th
28. P7 Pan 1 Eer ctia bow Buren Led Duros mcm www gateway com 151 Chapter 10 Customizing Your Computer 5 Click OK to save changes n Help and For more information about changing mouse settings in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword mouse settingsin the HelpSpot Search DOX Search IE3 then click the arrow Programming the multi function buttons The Multi function Keyboard Utility lets you change the actions of some of the multi function buttons For a description of the buttons see Multi function buttons on page 30 gt To program the multi function buttons 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Switch to Classic View 2 Click Double click the Multi function Keyboard icon The Gateway Multi function Keyboard Utility dialog box opens 3 Click the tab corresponding to the multi function button you want to program To see which button each tab correspondsto see Multi function buttons on page 30 4 Click a program in the list OR Click Browse to select another program 5 Click OK to change the function then click OK again D 152 www gateway com Adding and modifying user accounts Adding and modifying user accounts You can create and customize a user account for each person who uses your computer You can also switch change user accounts without turning off
29. Start then click My Computer The My Computer window opens 2 Right click the hard drive that you want to defragment for example Local Disk C then click Properties The Properties dialog box opens 189 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer 3 Click the Tools tab suu Fi Habas Chace mt Fin apr edd chack the chara m ar tmn amp Pins opted bri agri ary eri em charm pruna 4 Click Defragment Now 5 If Disk Defragmenter does not start automatically click Defragment Disk Defragmenter shows its progress on the computer display When finished Disk Defragmenter asks if you want to quit the program 6 Click Close then click the X in the top right corner to close the Disk Defragmenter window Help and For more information about defragmenting the hard drive Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword defragmenting in the HelpSpot Search D DOX Search IE then click the arrow 190 www gateway com Managing hard drive space Backing up files Backing up files and removing them from the hard drive frees space for new files on the hard drive It also protects you from losing important information if the hard drive fails or you accidentally delete files You should back up your files regularly to a writable CD if you havea recordable drive or to diskettes Use a backup device such as a recordable drive or Zip drive to do a complete hard drive backup Fo
30. Windows dialog box gt To use Hibernate mode m Asan automatic power savings mode Open the Power Options Properties dialog box then click the Power Schemes tab Click the arrow button to open a System hibernates list then click the time you want to use OR Open the Power Options Properties dialog box then click the Advanced tab Hibernate is now an option in the Power buttons lists m Asamanually selected power savings mode click Start then click Turn Off Computer Press and hold SuirFr then click Hibernate s Help and For more information about using Hibernate mode in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword hibernate in the HelpSpot Search box Search J then click the arrow 134 Travel Tips These tips can make traveling with your notebook more convenient and trouble free Read this chapter to learn about Using the modem Using your radio frequency wireless connections Transferring files Protecting your notebook from loss and theft Managing your notebook s power efficiently Tips amp Tricks To access the contents of this guide while you are traveling click Start All Programs then click Gateway Utilities You can also download an electronic copy from www gateway com support manlib 135 Chapter 9 Travel Tips Modem Take a telephone cord to connect the modem to telephone jacks If you are traveling internationally take telephone
31. a network you can copy files from computer to computer by copying and pasting or dragging and dropping You will no longer waste your time transferring files by using diskettes In addition you can map a drive on a networked computer to another computer and access the files as if they were located on the hard drive of the computer you are using Help and For more information about sharing network drives in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword sharing network drives in the HelpSpot Search box Search EJ then click the arrow 156 Benefits of networking Sharing peripheral devices Each computer that is connected to the network can share the same peripheral devices such asa printer Select print from the computer you are currently using and your file is automatically printed on your printer no matter where it is located on your network Help and For more information about sharing network devices in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword sharing in the HelpSpot Search box Search E then click the arrow Streaming audio and video files With a network you can store audio files such as the popular M P3 files and video files on any networked computer then play them on any of the other computers or devices connected to your network This process is called streaming Help and For more information about streaming files in Windows XP Support click
32. all power cables and modem cables from the wall outlets before cleaning the system Unplugthe system from the wall outlet and refer servicingto qualified personnel if The power cord or plug is damaged Liquid hasbeen spilled into the system Thesystem does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed Thesystem was dropped or thecabinet is damaged Thesystem performance changes Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway Important Do not use Gateway products in areas classified as hazardous locations Such areas include patient care areas of medical and dental facilities oxygen laden environments or industrial facilities Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord 246 Regulatory compliance statements Wireless Guidance Low power Radio LAN type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operatingin the 2 4 GHz Band may be present embedded in your notebook system The following section isageneral overview of considerations while operating a wireless device Additional limitations cautions and concerns for specific countries are listed in the specific country sections or country group sections The wireless devicesin your system are only qualified for usein the countries identified by the Radio Approval M arkson the system rating label If the country you w
33. can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft Current aviation D regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane IEEE 802 11a and IEEE 802 11b communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication For instructions to turn wireless Ethernet on and off see Turning your wireless Ethernet on or off on page 167 Important If your notebook came equipped with an internal radio frequency wireless device see Safety Regulatory and Legal Information on page 245 for general wireless regulatory and safety guidelines To find out if your notebook has an internal wireless device check the label see Identifying your model on page 11 Wireless Ethernet is available at two different speeds 802 11a wireless Ethernet runs at speeds up to 54 M bps or about half the speed of Fast Ethernet 802 11b wireless Ethernet runs at speeds up to 11 Mbps or approximately the same speed as standard wired Ethernet Thistype of network allows you the freedom to move about your home or office with your notebook For example you can take your notebook from your home office to your patio without having an Ethernet jack available Important The speed of a wireless network is related to signal strength Signal strength is affected by the distance between your wireless network devices by radio interference and by interference from natural obstructions such as walls floors and doors The
34. click Fax then click Properties The Fax Properties dialog box opens Click the Devices tab then click Properties The Modem dialog box opens Click the Cleanup tab Click to select the Automatically delete failed faxes after check box and specify the number of days Click OK Managing Power While your notebook is running on battery power you should manage power consumption to get the most use out of the battery Read this chapter to learn how to Check and recharge the battery Recalibrate the battery Change batteries Extend the life of the battery by conserving battery power and using alternate power sources m Change power saving settings 121 Chapter 8 Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Closely monitor the battery charge When the battery charge gets low change the battery or connect to AC power immediately to prevent losing any unsaved work Monitor the battery charge by m Doubleclicking the power cord icon t or battery icon in the taskbar The Power Meter dialog box opens Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar click the show hidden icons Em button m Pressing FN4STATUS to view the power status box which opens in the upper left corner of the screen The power status box shows the current power source the battery charge level and the power management mode m Looking at the battery charge indicator m LED green battery is fully charged m L
35. click My Computer The My Computer window opens 2 Doubleclick the drive or folder that you think contains the file or folder that you want to find If you do not see the contents of a folder click Show the contents of this drive or Show the contents of this folder 3 Continue double clicking folders and their subfolders until you find the file or folder you want Help and For more information about browsing for files and folders Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword files and folders in the HelpSpot Search box esi then click the arrow 58 www gateway com Searching for files Searching for files If you are looking for a particular file or folder or a set of files or folders that have characteristics in common but you do not remember where they are stored on your hard drive you can use the Search utility to search by Name or part of aname Creation date Modification date File type Text contained in the file Time period in which it was created or modified You can also combine search criteria to refine searches Files and folders found using this utility can be opened copied cut renamed or deleted directly from the list in the results window 59 Chapter 4 Windows Basics Using the Windows Search utility gt To find files and folders using the Search utility 1 Click Start then click Search The Search Results window opens Click All files and folders
36. connect to another modem it begins handshaking Handshaking is a digital getting acquainted conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols You may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect If the handshaking sounds are too loud you can turn down the modem volume 234 Troubleshooting gt To turn down the modem volume 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Printers and Other Hardware 2 Click Double click the Phone and Modem Options icon then click the Modems tab 3 Click the modem you want to adjust then click Properties I Click the Modem tab then adjust the Speaker volume control 5 Click OK twice to close the Phone and Modem Options dialog box Mouse The external mouse does not work m Make sure that the mouse cable is plugged in correctly m Shut down and restart your notebook m Remove all extension cables and switch boxes m Try amouse you know is working to make sure that the mouse port works The external mouse works erratically m Clean the mouse For more information see Cleaning the mouse on page 194 m Usea mouse pad with an optical mouse Optical mice do not work well on shiny surfaces Help and For a video tutorial about cleaning the mouse click Start Support then click Help and Support Type the keyword mouse troubleshooting in t
37. device s user guide for installation information and tips Because most installation software is periodically updated you should also check the manufacturer s Web site for software updates W gateway com 175 Chapter 12 Moving from Your Old Computer Installing your old programs 176 You probably use some programs that did not come installed on your new computer such as personal finance software graphics programs or games Spend some time going through your old computer s Start and Programs menus making noteof any programs you want to install on your new computer Locate your original program installation CDs and installation guides Your original CDsand guides should contain any serial numbers or product ID keys that may be required for program installation and registration Remember to check the publisher s Web site for important program updates Tips amp Tricks If your new computer comes with a newer version of a program it is usually better to use the newer version than ey to reinstall the old one If you have trouble after installing your old programs you can restore your computer s previous settings using System Restore Help and For more information about restoring your computer s Support previous settings in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword System Restorein the HelpSpot Search bOX search E then click the arrow Maintaining Your Computer This chapter provides basic
38. information about maintaining your computer hardware and software Read this chapter to learn how to Care for your computer Create an emergency startup diskette Protect your computer from viruses Manage hard drive space Back up files Clean your computer 177 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer Caring for your computer To extend the life of your system Be careful not to bump or drop your computer and do not put any objects on top of it The case although strong isnot madeto support extra weight When transporting your computer we recommend that you put it in a carrying case Keep diskettes and your computer away from magnetic fields Magnetic fields can erase data on both diskettes and hard drives Never turn off your computer when the hard drive light ison because data on the hard drive could be lost or corrupted Avoid subjecting your computer to extremetemperature changes The case and LCD panel can become brittle and easy to break in cold temperatures and can melt or warp in high temperatures Damage dueto either extreme is not covered by your warranty As a general rule your computer is safest at temperatures that are comfortable for you Keep all liquids away from your computer When spilled onto computer components almost any liquid can result in extremely expensive repairs that are not covered under your warranty Avoid dusty or dirty work environments Dust and dirt can clog the internal mechanisms
39. information about protecting your computer Support against viruses in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword viruses in the HelpSpot Search box Search gJ then click the arrow Protecting your computer from viruses gt To scan for viruses 1 Click Start All Programs Norton AntiVirus then click Norton AntiVirus 2002 Norton AntiVirus opens tenp ues fares Rir roet Scan for viruses 9 Ernai Ecanrumg W on Deciong na Semen Scar Biim Beit feet on vent wes W nre ua Kc Wr Norton AntiVirus 2002 2 Click Scan for Viruses m i Doane X ma uua 8 lesen Enfin in tor Viruses Scan 3 Click the type of scan you want to make in the Scan area then under Actions click Scan www gateway com 183 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer gt To remove a virus 1 If Norton AntiVirus finds a virus follow all on screen instructions to remove the virus 2 Turn off your computer and leave it off for at least 30 seconds 3 Turn on your computer and rescan for the virus 5 gt To update Norton AntiVirus 1 Make sure that you are connected to the Internet 2 Click Start All Programs Norton AntiVirus then click LiveUpdate Norton AntiVirus The LiveUpdate wizard opens 3 Follow the on screen instructions to update your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files 4 When the program has finished click Finish 184 www g
40. is well below the RF exposure limits as set by Industry Canada Operation of this deviceis subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Warning To prevent radio interference to licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from D windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Warning Wireless devices are not user serviceable Do not modify them in any way Modification to a wireless device will void D the authorization to use it Contact Gateway for service Unintentional emitter per ICES 003 252 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par Industrie Canada Telecommunications per DOC notice for products fitted with an IC compliant modem The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment This certification meansthat the equipment meets certain tel ecommunications network protective operation a
41. lighter or an airplane in flight power receptacle Carrying cases Gateway has large capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for accessories or supplies Peripheral devices You can attach devices such as a keyboard mouse printer or monitor to your notebook Memory Large programs such as multimedia games or graphics programs use a lot of memory If your programs are running moreslowly than you think they should try adding more memory See Adding or replacing memory on page 212 for more information 15 Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 16 Printers You can attach almost any type of printer to your notebook The most common types are inkjet and laser printers which print in color or black and white See Installing a printer scanner or other peripheral device on page 36 for more information about attaching a printer to your notebook Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive but they areslower than laser printers Using an inkjet color printer you can print pictures banners and greeting cards as well as documents Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive but they print much faster than inkjet printers Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when you are printing large documents Getting Started This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway notebook Read this chapter to find out how to Connect the AC adapter Start and turn off your
42. service of your Internet account The Internet never closes so you can send e mail messages at any time Your e mail messages arrive at most e mail addresses in minutes An e mail address consists of a user name the o symbol and the Internet domain name of the Internet service provider ISP or company that hosts that user Your e mail address is assigned when you sign up for an account with an ISP For example a person with an account with America Online might have an e mail address that is similar to this one jdoe aol com User name Internet domain name Sending e mail gt To send e mail using America Online 74 1 Connect to your America Online account 2 Click Write 3 Type the e mail address of the recipient you want to send e mail to in the Send To box 4 Type the subject of your email in the Subject box Ol Type the email message 6 When finished click Send Now Your e mail is sent over the Internet to the e mail address you specified Using e mail Checking your e mail gt To check your e mail using America Online 1 Connect to your America Online account 2 Click Read 3 Doubleclick the message you want to read For more information about managing and organizing your e mail messages see the online help in your email program Help and For general information about using e mail in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword e mail in the HelpSpo
43. still get theerror your ISP may behavingtechnical difficulties Connecting to a Web site takes too long Many factors can affect Internet performance m Thecondition of the telephone lines in your residence or at your local telephone service m The condition of the Internet computers to which you connect and the number of users accessing those computers m The complexity of graphics and multimedia on Web pages Having multiple Web browsers open performing multiple downloads and having multiple programs open on your notebook 229 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting People are sending you e mail messages but you have not received any mail m Click the receive button in your email program m Make sure that your account with your Internet service provider ISP is set up correctly Contact your ISP for technical support Keyboard The external keyboard does not work m Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in correctly m Remove all extension cables and switchboxes m Clean the keyboard by using an aerosol can of air with a narrow straw like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys m Try akeyboard that you know works to make sure that the keyboard port works m f you spilled liquid in the keyboard turn off your notebook and unplug the keyboard Clean the keyboard and turn it upside down to drain it Let the keyboard dry before using it again If the keyboard does not work after it dries you may need to re
44. the document 3 Click File then click Print The Print dialog box opens 4 Set the print options then click OK The document prints D Help and For more information about printing documents in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword printing in the HelpSpot Search box Search IE3 then click the arrow eway com 65 Chapter 4 Windows Basics Shortcuts The following table shows a few shortcuts that you can use in Windows and almost all programs that run in Windows For more information on Windows shortcuts see your Windows or program documentation To Copy a file folder text or graphic Cut a file folder text or graphic Paste a file folder text or graphic Select multiple items in a list or in a window Select multiple adjacent items in a list or window Permanently delete a file or folder Rename a file or folder Close the active window or program Switch to a different file folder or running program Do this Click the item then press CTRL C Click the item then press CTRL X Click inside the folder or window where you want to paste the object then press CTRL V Click the first item press and hold down the CTRL key then click each of the remaining items Click the first item in the list press and hold down the SHIFT key then click the last item in the list Click the file or folder then press SHIFT DELETE The file or folder is
45. troubleshooting sound issues Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the HelpSpot Search box search EJ then click the arrow 239 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Video The external monitor is not working m Make sure that you have pressed FN LCD CRT to activate the external monitor option m Make sure that the monitor power is turned on and that the video cable is correctly connected 240 Telephone support Telephone support Before calling Gateway Technical Support If you have a technical problem with your notebook follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Technical Support Make sure that your notebook is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power If you use a surge protector make sure that it is turned on If a peripheral device such as a keyboard or mouse does not appear to work make sure that all cables are plugged in securely If you have recently installed hardware or software make sure that you have installed it according to the instructions provided with it If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway see the manufacturer s documentation and technical support resources If you have how to questions about using a program see m Online Help m Printed documentation m The Microsoft Windows documentation m The software publisher s Web site See the troubleshooting section of this
46. two most common types of wireless Ethernet networks are access point and peer to peer Using a wireless Ethernet network Example access point wireless Ethernet network By using an access point you can join a wireless Ethernet network and access a wired Ethernet network An access point also lets you access the Internet The following is an example of an access point wireless Ethernet network The network is made up of an access point a cable or DSL modem and your computers The access point is the central control point for the network Attached to the access point is the cable or DSL modem that provides access to the Internet Each of the computers or Ethernet ready devices communicate with the access point using radio waves If your computer doesnot have built in wireless Ethernet capabilities you need to add a wireless PCI card desktop PC card notebook or USB adapter Cable DSL modem Access point a USB wireless E 3 adapter Tips amp Tricks If you want to access a wireless Ethernet network from e your wired Ethernet network connect an access point to the router switch or hub For more information about accessing a wired Ethernet see Using a wired Ethernet network on page 159 www gateway com 163 Chapter 11 Networking Your Computer Equipment you need for an access point wireless Ethernet network For an access point wireless Ethernet network you need m A wireless Ethernet IEEE
47. you add aCD track as an MP3 file to your music library you can edit the track s information gt To edit track information 1 in MusicMatch click My Library The library window opens 2 Inthe library window right click the file then click Edit Track Tag s The Edit Track Tag dialog box opens L pe Tj II pibe 2 qo lars Jag rri Fn Lxbpalam 3 Enter information such as track title lead artist album and genre 4 Click OK Thenew track information appears in the MusicMatch playlist music library and recorder window www gateway com 93 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia Building a music library 94 Use MusicMatch to build a music library You can organize your music tracks by categories find a track quickly by using the sort features and add information to a music file You can add music tracks to your music library by m Creating MP3 files When you create MP3 files from the tracks on your music CD MusicM atch automatically adds these files to your music library m Dragging and Dropping Drag and drop files from Windows Explorer or your desktop to the music library m Downloading files from the Internet When you are connected to the Internet MP3 files that you download are automatically added to your music library Caution During the download process MP3 files may become corrupt If you are having trouble listening to or working AN with a downloaded file try downloading the file agai
48. you set up your work area Never insert objects of any kind into the computer ventilation openings Some products are equipped with a three wire power cord to make sure that the product is properly grounded when in use The plug on this cord will fit only into a grounding type outlet Thisisa safety feature If you areunableto insert the plug into an outlet contact an electrician to install the appropriate outlet If you usean extension cord with this system make surethat thetotal ampere rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating If your system isfitted with a TV Tuner cable or satellitereceiver card make surethat the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and buildup of static charges Care during use Do not walk on the power cord or allow anythingto rest on it Do not spill anything on the system The best way to avoid spillsisto avoid eating and drinking near your system Some products have a replaceable CM OS battery on the system board Thereis a danger of explosion if the CM OS battery is replaced incorrectl y Replacethe battery with the sameor equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions When the computer isturned off a small amount of electrical current still flows through the computer To avoid electrical shock always unplug
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50. 54 66 text and graphics 66 pause text scrolling 28 PC Cards adding 208 eject buttons 4 209 inserting 208 installing 208 removing 209 slots 3 208 troubleshooting 236 PC Doctor 221 PCMCIA Cards See PC Cards peer to peer 166 peer to peer networking 165 peripheral devices 15 36 Pinnacle Expression 109 playing audio CD 84 audio CD with MusicMatch 89 audio file 87 DVD 108 multimedia files 88 music CD 84 89 Windows Media Player file 88 Plug and Play devices Firewire support for 36 i Link support for 36 IEEE 1394 support for 36 USB support for 36 pointer 32 moving 32 ports See connections power AC adapter 18 127 advanced settings 129 132 alarms 129 131 automobile airplane adapter 127 battery 23 122 123 124 125 127 button 10 21 28 129 changing modes 128 changing schemes 130 changing settings 129 connector 6 18 conserving battery power 127 damaged cord 18 19 EmPower adapter 127 extending battery life 127 Hibernate mode 128 133 134 indicator 2 international adapter 138 management 121 127 138 schemes 129 130 Standby Resume 21 22 28 128 129 status indicator 2 status pop up menu 28 surge protector 20 troubleshooting 237 turning on notebook 21 power adapter airplane 15 automobile 15 printer 16 default 238 inkjet 16 installing 36 174 laser 16 parallel port 6 175 sharing 157 troubleshooting 237 USB port 3 36 printing documents 65 programming shortcut buttons 152 programs 265 clo
51. 56 renaming 66 searching for 57 59 transferring 137 171 troubleshooting 227 types 172 viewing list 52 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 170 finding files and folders 57 59 171 HelpSpot topics 40 specifications 13 Firewire port 3 36 109 floppy disk See diskette Fn key 27 28 folders 51 52 copying 54 66 creating 53 cutting 66 deleting 47 56 66 finding 57 59 moving 54 opening 33 52 pasting 66 recovering 56 renaming 66 searching for 57 59 viewing list 52 fragmentation 189 function keys 27 G game multi player 157 Gateway eSupport 13 14 44 model number 7 11 serial number 7 11 13 Web address 43 Web site 43 gateway your way dial up server 233 H hard drive backing up files 191 bay 7 217 checking for errors 187 checking for free space 185 defragmenting 189 indicator 24 installing 215 replacing 215 scanning for errors 187 scheduling tasks 192 troubleshooting 227 headphone jack 4 help button 30 online 42 programming button 152 using 38 HelpSpot 38 playing video 41 searching 40 starting 38 Using your computer link 39 Hibernate mode 127 128 133 134 home office network 156 hot swapping 208 261 hyperlinks 71 l i Link port 3 36 109 IEEE 1394 port 3 36 109 IEEE 802 11a 158 162 using while traveling 136 IEEE 802 11b 158 162 using while traveling 136 indicators See status indicators inkjet printer 16 installing battery 125 cards 208 device drivers 199 devices 36 digital
52. Changing alarm options gt To change the alarm options 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Performance and Maintenance 2 Click Double click the Power Options icon The Power Options Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Alarms tab Vimur Lipi Prap m p Pre Mens Ajaj Hisa Lee bees oe E cines n eatery Slee memi orem bere reaches m d Tai Fen aion Pope Hoa mam Vcr ner act Dina odes p glee E rega pecados sann eta posent beset racer a J a Perr Make aacr fed Apr Sood bp Anops Mom 4 Adjust the alarm settings 5 Click OK www gateway com 131 Chapter 8 Managing Power Help and For more information about changing the alarm options in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword alarm optionsin the HelpSpot Search bOX Search then click the arrow Changing advanced settings gt To change advanced power management settings 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Performance and Maintenance 2 Click Double click the Power Options icon The Power Options Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Advanced tab Mri Clie i pee bis ie ee Prem Shenin Alger Fue Mike fears Hia B Fede Pos pran urng rsen pong agni eee m TAa hom icm cs Pag Sane E
53. ED on power is on LED blinking power is in Standby mode LED off power is off Open the LCD panel by pressing the release latch www gateway com Left side Left side Modem jack Ethernet jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port Component Modem jack Ethernet jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot Icon Eh PC Card PC Card Diskette drive slot eject button Headphone jack Microphone jack Description Plug a modem cable into this jack For more information see Connecting the modem on page 34 Plug a 10 100 Ethernet network cable into this jack For more information see Connecting to a wired Ethernet network on page 35 and Networking Your Computer on page 155 Plug USB Universal Serial Bus devices such as a USB lomega Zip drive printer scanner camera keyboard or mouse into these ports Plug an IEEE 1394 also known as Firewire or i Link9 device such as a digital camcorder into this 4 pin IEEE 1394 port Insert one Type II or one Type IIl PC Card into this slot For more information see Adding and removing a PC Card on page 208 www gateway com 3 Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 Icon Component PC Card eject Description Press the eject button to remove the PC Card from the PC Card button Microphone jack Headphone jack Diskette drive Ss P slot For more information see Adding and removing a PC Card
54. ED orange battery is charging m LED red battery is malfunctioning Important This LED only lights up when the notebook is connected to AC power For the location of the battery charge iG indicator see Front on page 2 m Waiting for a Low Battery warning message to appear If your battery charge indicator displays what looks like an inaccurate charge you may need to recalibrate the battery For more information see Recalibrating the battery on page 124 122 Recharging the battery Recharging the battery The battery recharges while it is installed and your notebook is connected to AC power While the battery is recharging the battery charge indicator turns orange and the battery icon in the taskbar has a lightning bolt il taskbar click the show hidden icons button Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the 123 Chapter 8 Managing Power Recalibrating the battery If your notebook unexpectedly goes into Standby mode while you are using it but the battery charge is not low you may need to recalibrate your battery You should also recalibrate the battery periodically to maintain the accuracy of the battery gauge gt To recalibrate the battery 124 1 2 Connect the AC adapter then turn on your notebook As soon as it starts and you see a startup screen press F2 The BIOS Setup utility opens Open the Advanced menu Highlight Battery Auto Learning then selec
55. EE 1394 or USB device for the first time your computer will prompt you to install any software the device needs After doing this you can disconnect and reconnect the device at any time Parallel port devices are not plug and play See the device documentation for detailed information and installation instructions Help and For more information about installing peripheral devices in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword installing devices in the HelpSpot Search box Search EJ then click the arrow Getting Help This chapter tells you about additional information resources available to help you use your computer Read this chapter to learn how to access m HelpSpot m Online help m Gateway Web site 37 Chapter 3 Getting Help HelpSpot Your computer includes HelpSpot an easily accessible collection of help information troubleshooters instructional videos and automated support Use HelpSpot to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway computer HelpSpot also has an area called Contact Gateway that helps you find the right resource at Gateway to answer your questions or help solve your problems gt To start HelpSpot m Click Start then click Help and Support HelpSpot opens d Seerch O wid RFT DOOR ore cp me ee Cee Horne F ec Pick Help topic LITECIITETI Fei heres retia iilis
56. For more information about setting up an Internet Support connection in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support O Type the keyword Internet connection in the HelpSpot Search box search fy then click the arrow 173 Chapter 12 Moving from Your Old Computer Transferring your e mail and address book See your old email program s online help for information on exporting and importing e mail messages and the address book You can often export all of your old email messages or address book to a diskette then import them from the diskette into your new computer s e mail program Alternatively you may want to consider printing the old information or using your old computer to send the e mail messages to yourself then using your new computer to retrieve the e mail messages Transferring your Internet shortcuts You can export and import your old Netscape Navigator bookmarksor M icrosoft Internet Explorer favorites For more information see your Internet browser program s online help Installing your old printer or scanner Windows may have built in support for older printers scanners or other peripheral devices This means you do not need any additional software Newer devices however usually require your original software installation CDs or diskettes If you have trouble after you install the software for your old devices you can use System Restore to restore your computer s previous settings Help and For info
57. G file 88 streaming 157 multi function buttons 9 30 customizing 152 multimedia adjusting volume 81 playing audio CD 84 playing DVD 108 recording audio 86 using CD drive 79 using diskette drive 78 using DVD drive 79 using Windows Media Player 84 88 multi player game playing 157 music playing 84 89 music library building 94 changing settings 95 MusicM atch building music library 94 creating music files 91 editing track information 93 listening to Internet radio 96 playing audio CD 89 muting 29 82 N navigation keys 27 network 264 jack 3 35 troubleshooting 236 network equipment shopping list 161 164 166 networking access point 163 164 ad hoc 165 166 data transfer speed 159 162 Ethernet 158 159 162 games 157 internal wireless label 12 peer to peer 165 166 sharing devices 157 sharing drives 156 sharing Internet connections 156 sharing printers 157 signal strength 162 streaming audio 157 streaming video 157 turning off wireless Ethernet 167 turning on wireless Ethernet 167 wired connections 159 wireless connections 162 non technical support Accounting 242 Sales 242 Warranty 242 Norton Antivirus 182 183 numeric keypad 27 status indicator 25 O online help 38 42 button 30 opening documents 64 files 33 47 folders 33 52 LCD panel 2 notebook 2 programs 33 47 shortcut menu 33 P Pad Lock indicator 25 28 system key 28 parallel port 6 36 password 137 236 pasting files and folders
58. Lk om a keen v mm Hur Wwe Lec ise ean defe edi cola mi nei nere 4 Drag the Device Volume slider to change the volume or click to select the Mute check box then click OK 3 Help and For more information about adjusting volume in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword adjusting volume in the HelpSpot Search box search g then click the arrow gt To adjust specific volume levels 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel isin Category View click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices 2 Click Doubleclick the Adjust the system volume or Sounds and Audio Devices The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens 82 www gateway com Adjusting the volume 3 Click the Volume tab Soumi andi amp ucis Dewees Proper If the device you want to adjust does not appear in the window click Options Properties the check box next to the audio device you want to adjust then click OK 5 Dragthevolume level and balancesliders for the device you want to adjust For moreinformation about the volume controls click Help in the window 6 Click X in the top right corner of the window to close it n www gateway com 83 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia Listening to CDs You can use the CD or DVD drive on your computer to listen to music CDs Important Some music CDs have copy protection software You may l not be a
59. Lslssuuees 177 Caring for your computer lsllsslseeee en 178 Creating an emergency startup diskette 0 00 00 eee eee eee eee 180 Protecting your computer from viruses 000 000 e eee eee eee 182 Managing hard drive space 0 cee eee 185 Checking hard drive space 0 00 cece tees 185 Using Disk Cleanup ivre feed ual eh bd be eben ee 186 Checking the hard drive for errors 1 0 0 eee 187 Defragmenting the hard drive 0 0 eee 189 Backing Up TGS sicut geek hee wed Pa Rec ua CR De IR 191 Using the Scheduled Task Wizard 0 000 cece ence eee 192 Cleaning your computer 0 0000 ccc cette tees 193 Cleaning the exterior 2 0 0 tee 193 Cleaning the keyboard 000 c eect tees 194 Cleaning the computer screen 0 000 cece tees 194 Cleaning the mouse 0 6 cee nn 194 14 Restoring Software ccc cece eee 197 Using the Restoration CDs 0 0 6 0 c ects 198 Reinstalling device drivers 0 0 ieee eee 199 Updating device drivers 0 2 ete eae 201 Reinstalling programs 1 0 00 eae 203 Reinstalling Windows 0 00 cee III 205 15 Upgrading Your Notebook LLuuu leeses 207 Adding and removing a PC Card 0 00s 208 Preventing static electricity discharge llle 210 Adding or replacing memory 0c eee ne 212 Replacing the hard drive kit
60. Online you can access the many information sources on the World Wide Web gt To connect to a Web site 1 2 Connect to your Internet account After your computer connects a default opening page or welcome screen opens To go to adifferent Web site type the address called a URL for Universal Resource Locator in the browser address bar for example www gateway com then click GO on the browser address bar Pepay LR T 5o OR On the current Web page click a link to a Web site The Web browser locates the server computer on the Internet downloads transfers data to your computer and displays the page on the site that you requested Help and For more information about connecting to a Web site in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword connecting to Web site in the HelpSpot Search box JEJ then click the arrow Sometimes Web pages display slowly The speed that a Web page displays on your screen depends on the complexity of the Web page and other Internet conditions Additionally the speed of your connection will determine how fast Web pages display 72 Using the World Wide Web Downloading files Downloading is the process of transferring files from a computer on the Internet to your computer To protect your computer against viruses make sure that you scan the files you download For more information see Protecting your computer from viruse
61. RE gaa 59 Using the Windows Search utility leslie 60 Working with documents ssesseeeee eR RII n 62 Creating a new document ssssslsese ees 62 Saving a doc ment 2 5 6 2949 4 xe E bee eed RIEN NA E TER RR Nena 63 Opening a document 0 00 0 cee hr 64 Printing a documient ccnsieher epPFiciea nerficnia er EicuipachuApiegd 65 SIIOFICHES 3e cerae deiner eue tasse doe uS Gale eu DIG PEU d ie 66 Using the Internet 2 5 2 1 ee poke EXER E E Eee rx ELE 67 Learning about the Internet 0 0 ccc ete 68 Setting up an Internet account 0 0 0 cee eens 69 Accessing your Internet account 0 000 e eee 70 Using the World Wide Web ssseeee e Ih 71 Connecting to a Website 0 ees 72 Downloading Tiles 42e erdum E th ahi ate ae ak e LEID Md 73 Using esmaill masan cea de ogee Fanon Heed tage EX ERRORES dae lege e s 74 Sending e mail tirer uh e ADR EE RN QN e bere eR ate MER ES 74 Gheckirig your esmall 122 Rl Ex xpi baad wee ne LS aaa EG 75 Using Multimedia pr a ei a RISE IR ERES UE 77 Using the diskette drive cece tenes 78 Using the CD or DVD drive 0 2 c cee 79 Identifying drive types 1 tees 79 Inserting a CD or DVD 0 0 0 cette 80 Adjusting the volume 0 ect ee 81 Adjusting the volume 0 eee 81 Listening to CDS igi katoi es het bes E R4SS es Beek 84 Listening to CDS 0 cc
62. RUE 118 Automatically retry sending a fax 00 eee 119 Automatically cancelling a fax 0 eee 120 Managing Power Luuueueeeeeeeeeeeeees 121 Monitoring the battery charge ills ee 122 Recharging the battery liiellieleel eh 123 Recalibrating the battery 0 0 ce I 124 Changing the battery 0 0 0 c ct eee 125 Replacing the battery i sene Rr bEx eR REDE E PED 125 Extending battery life llli 127 Conserving battery power 0 00 c cece eh 127 Using alternate power sources 00 cece ees 127 Changing power modes 0 0 cece eet eee 128 Changing power settings 0 0 20 ccc teens 129 Changing the power scheme 0000 c eee cee eens 130 Changing alarm options 000 c cette eee 131 Changing advanced settings 0 00 cece eee eens 132 Activating and using Hibernate mode cece eee eee 133 9 Travel TIDS oio oie ste Sec REGAIN WI sent edm 135 MOGGM 42s edes LdenisUubrPUervuees dames ER me pnis 136 Radio frequency wireless connections 0 00 e eee eee ee 136 Flle5z reno e Rep Pte nc hte ate Hi Glee whats ede eed eae Ree heared 137 SOC EIL 42a aft oui REESE AI em NH ned ote rae teu A eed ae ee 137 POWGIG visis tene e E SEI doa eb qe auda qiu M 138 Additional tips 1 tacet vba Eam Su ER deans YIN CE ERR TN MIR ae a 139 10 Customizing Your Computer
63. Speakers E Icon Touchpad Speaker Description Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used For more information see Status indicators on page 24 Press these buttons to open programs assigned to them By default these buttons are set to open your e mail program your Web browser online help and another program that you assign For more information see Multi function buttons on page 30 Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in www gateway com 9 Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 Component Icon Description Touchpad Provides all the functionality of a mouse For more information see Using the EZ Pad touchpad on page 31 Keyboard Provides all the features of a full sized 86 key keyboard For more information see Using the keyboard on page 26 Power button Press to turn the power on or off You can also configure O the power button for Standby Resume mode For more information on configuring the power button mode see Changing power settings on page 129 10 www gateway com Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this section are for informational purposes only Label information varies by model features ordered and location Gateway model number The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifie
64. Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword streaming in the HelpSpot Search box Search IB then click the arrow Playing multi player games With a home network you can play multi player games Load a game like Microsoft Midtown Madness 2 on your computers and in minutes you and your friends can race in competing cars through the streets of San Francisco Help and For more information about playing multi player games in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword games or network games in the HelpSpot Search box Sesrch E then click the arrow 157 Chapter 11 Networking Your Computer Selecting a network connection The biggest decision you need to make when creating your network is what type of connection you will use Gateway supports both wired and wireless Ethernet networks Use the following criteria as a guide when selecting a network connection Wired Ethernet network Create a wired Ethernet network if m You are building a new home or your existing home already has Ethernet cable installed in each room that has a device you want to connect m You are creating a network in an office or business where network speed is more important than moving about with your computer m Your computer has an Ethernet jack for connecting to the network Wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b network Create a wireless Ethernet network if m You are looking for an alternati
65. VD click Start All Programs DVD then click DVD Player The InterVideo DVD Player video screen and control panel open OR To play a DVD using Windows Media Player click Start All Programs then click Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player opens Important If the InterVideo DVD player is not on your Start menu or if Windows Media Player cannot play a DVD you will need to install the InterVideo DVD program To install the InterVideo program insert the InterVideo DVD Software disc into your DVD drive and follow the on screen instructions Insert a DVD into the DVD drive then click play The DVD plays To specifically control the DVD or adjust the volume use the controls in the DVD player For more information on using the DVD player see its online help Help and For more information about playing DVDs in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword playing DVDsin the HelpSpot Search DOX Search E then click the arrow Capturing video Capturing video Pinnacle Expression is a video capture program that lets you capture and edit full motion video single images and audio through the IEEE 1394 also known as Firewire or i Link port To find the location of the IEEE 1394 port see Left side on page 3 gt To use Pinnacle Expression 1 Connect one end of the IEEE 1394 cable to your external source such as a video camera and connect the other end of the cabl
66. W siisi runde nonam men e hein Peps xd eS m Primum qud ee n Panem Bol prism Baijas ipani arme Ed lIlDgaaummrinc te cto ee nrEIADZEES TLELI 144 Se T El am Ra s md mz E ozimmi karma amd nr 5 em www gateway com 13 Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 You can also find out more about your computer at the Gateway eSupport site Visit support gateway com By Spetem Information lea Beale ode ea Loved 5a dias oDd Pl Im Eimer rin 1 mi s uri meri eure unguem aem mde imn eee aa oe ers oe macs hA LL L i zl SL Be KW ae Gamay amy Ti tara ba imama cu A e d molar MEER C Mii aigu E Miei eae Lr LBce km Load ur Errem p EAE na Bici Arx 1 alanin Thi Aur bane imper Ea kie na Baie nis umir Emri gi etre reee zj SS 14 www gateway com Accessories Accessories Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your notebook To order accessories visit the Accessories Store at accessories gateway com Batteries and automobile airplane power adapters If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods you may want to buy an additional battery so that you can swap batteries when necessary See Changing the battery on page 125 for more information in your notebook With an automobile airplane power adapter you can save battery power by plugging your notebook into an automobile cigarette
67. access your desktop computer files from your notebook while traveling set up your desktop computer for remote access Contact your network administrator for more information about remote access Take extra diskettes or recordable CDs for transferring files between computers and backing up files Security Get a locking cable for your notebook so that you can attach a cable lock and leave your notebook in your hotel room while you are away Always keep your notebook with you while waiting in airports train stations or bus terminals Be ready to claim your notebook as soon as it passes through the x ray machine in security checkpoints Write down your notebook model number and serial number see dentifying your model on page 11 in case of theft or loss and keep the information in a safe place Also tape your business card or an address label to your notebook and accessories Whoever sits next to you or behind you can see your notebook display Avoid working with confidential files until you can be sure of privacy Use a startup password to restrict access to your notebook Important Use a password that you can remember but that is difficult for someone else to guess The password feature is very secure with no easy way to recover a forgotten password If you forget your password you must return your notebook to Gateway for service Call Gateway Technical Support for instructions 137 Chapter 9 Travel Tips gt To cre
68. anced power settings let you assign different power saving modes to the power button and Standby system key You can also select which power saving mode is activated when you close the LCD panel 129 Chapter 8 Managing Power Changing the power scheme gt To change the power scheme 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Performance and Maintenance 2 Click Double click the Power Options icon The Power Options Properties dialog box opens UTENTE PETTY Free Seer Sle Foam dues boss Hiriga Har conan Heer gt change Hw menge bei nodi radit A git Ber posent erheen yait then rone appeopeais erigi bar iha mirii hara BT if pee Eangi tur Pihis L ap op pora cer Wien compete E ta Plugged s adum Varr off poni her 15 rere Aim Iran Tarr cod hose died i jie See Ste dE eee praem deris E EIL Elbe Perm apii harari his 3D rara Mya 15 ran 3 Clickthearrow button to open the Power Schemes list then click thepower scheme you want OR Set the timers then save your custom power scheme by clicking Save As and typing a name for the scheme 4 Click OK 130 www gateway com Changing power settings Help and For more information about changing the power scheme Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword power scheme in the HelpSpot Search bOX serch Ig then click the arrow
69. and menu bars appear www gateway com 143 Chapter 10 Customizing Your Computer gt To adjust the screen resolution 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Appearance and Themes 2 Click Double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Settings tab Tmar CDwukizp Sean Gave Appamance High Chag ar vie icona Ez ranch ie phe aeergerer cd poca er V Demi hirda cus oblita ME E RUNDE PER MO Lien guam Ls High E i E HI ba PRE si hihi xut eeraa aea tem 4 Drag the Screen resolution slider to the size you prefer 5 To save your changes click OK then click Yes Help and For more information about adjusting screen resolution in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword changing screen resolution in the HelpSpot Search box Search E3 then click the arrow 144 www gateway com Adjusting the screen and desktop settings Changing the colors on your Windows desktop You can change the colors of Windows desktop items such as the background color and dialog box title bars gt To change desktop colors 1 Click Start then click Control Panel TheC ontrol Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Appearance and Themes 2 Click Double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box opens
70. ark next to Use Printer Offline click Use Printer Offline to clear the check mark 238 www gateway com Troubleshooting Help and For more information about printer troubleshooting in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword printer troubleshooter in the HelpSpot Search box EJ then click the arrow m Wait until files have been printed before sending additional files to the printer m If you print large files or many files at one time you may want to add additional memory to the printer See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory You see a Printer is out of paper error message m After adding paper makesurethat the printer is online Most printers have an online offline button that you need to press after adding paper Sound You are not getting sound from the built in speakers m Make sure that headphones are not plugged into the headphone jack For the location of the headphone jack see Left side on page 3 m Make sure that the volume control on your notebook is turned up For more information see System key combinations on page 28 m Make sure that the Windows volume control is turned up For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 81 m Make sure that Mute controls are turned off For more information see System key combinations on page 28 or Adjusting the volume on page 81 Help and For more information about
71. at you want You can search by the m Date the file was created or modified m Size of the file m Type of file such as a program or a text document www gateway com 61 Chapter 4 Windows Basics Working with documents Computer documents include word processing files soreadsheet files or other similar files The basic methods of creating saving opening and printing a document apply to most of these types of files The following examples show how to create save open and print adocument using Microsoft WordPad Similar procedures apply to other programs such as WordPerfect Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel For more information about using a program click Help on its menu bar Creating a new document gt To create a new document 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories then click WordPad Microsoft WordPad starts and a blank document opens sr UDR cee 2 Begin composing your document Use the menus and toolbar buttons at the top of the window to format the document 62 www gateway com Working with documents Saving a document After you create a document you need to save it if you want to use it later gt To save a document 1 Click File then click Save The Save As dialog box opens Save in list File name 2 Click the arrow button to open the Save in list then click the folder where you want to save the file If you do not see the folder you want browse through the fol
72. ate a startup password 1 Restart your notebook As soon as you see a startup screen press F2 The BIOS Setup utility opens 2 Open the Security menu then highlight Set Supervisor Password then press ENTER and follow the instructions You must set the supervisor password in order to set the user startup password 3 Highlight Set User Password then press ENTER and follow the instructions This is the password you need to enter at startup 4 Highlight Password on boot then press ENTER Ol Highlight Enabled then press ENTER 6 To exit the BIOS Setup utility open the Exit menu then select Exit Saving Changes When you start your computer you are prompted to enter the user password you set in Step 3 m Power m Take your AC power adapter to recharge the battery If you are traveling internationally take power plug adapters m Take a portable surge protector to protect your notebook from power surges m To get the best performance from your notebook avoid using the battery whenever possible monitor the battery charge and use the most efficient power management settings m Forinformation on conserving battery power see Conserving battery power on page 127 m Forinformation on using alternate power sources see Using alternate power sources on page 127 m For information on monitoring the battery charge see Monitoring the battery charge on page 122 138 www gateway com Additional tips Add
73. ateway com Managing hard drive space Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you can use to manage your hard drive Checking hard drive space gt To check hard drive space 1 Click Start then click My Computer The My Computer window opens 2 Right click the drive that you want to check for available file space then click Properties Drive space information appears ae sere Tio ant Tope Hmm ead laa E e Fie Far B mem LEE eee ql E imer EBEDE ie ISA Capac TERM bees IGA Diss Dii Coen www gateway com 185 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer Using Disk Cleanup Delete unnecessary files such as temporary Windows files to free hard drive space gt To use the Windows Disk Cleanup program 1 Click Start then click My Computer The My Computer window opens 2 Right click the hard drive that you want to delete files from for example Local Disk C then click Properties The Properties dialog box opensat the General tab ea smni loh Hom had El T pee r Cie Ei ipi FATL Gent reece LEE Shee iii Bote pact EB Ges ties d s b Cipa ID ES ET EH iyii 3 Click Disk Cleanup The Disk Cleanup dialog box opens 4 Make sure that the check box beside each file type you want to delete is selected For more information about file types you can delete read the descriptions in the Disk Cleanup dialog box 5 Click OK then c
74. atic electricity discharge The components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to static electricity also known as electrostatic discharge ESD Caution ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge sensitive components in your notebook Prevent AN ESD damage by following ESD guidelines every time you install memory or replace the hard drive Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts turn off your notebook and unplug the power D cord and modem and network cable before opening the case Before installing memory or replacing the hard drive follow these guidelines Turn off your notebook m Wear a grounding wrist strap available at most electronics stores and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection Warning To prevent risk of electric shock do not insert any object D into the vent holes of the notebook m Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded object Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables Remove the battery For more information see Changing the battery on page 125 m Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards 210 www gateway com Preventing static electricity discharge Before working with computer components follow these guidelines m Avoid static causing surfaces such as carpeted floors plastic and packing foam m Remove components from their antistatic bags onl
75. ayed 2 Help and For more information about IRQs in Windows XP click Support Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword IRQs in the HelpSpot Search box Search IE then click the arrow 224 www gateway com Troubleshooting gt To free IRQ resources for the new device 1 In the Device Manager window check the device list for a resource conflict A resource conflict appears as a black exclamation point in a yellow circle 2 Remove the device you are trying to install then determine which one of the existing devices or ports you can disable 3 Right click the device or port you want to disable then click Disable The device or port is disabled m Diskette drive The diskette drive is not recognized m Shut down and restart your notebook You see an Access Denied or Write protect error message m Move the write protection tab in the upper right corner of the diskette down unprotected m The diskette may be full Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try again m Not all diskettes are IBM compatible Make sure that the diskette you are using is IBM compatible m Try a different diskette Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive You see a Disk is full error message m Delete unnecessary files on the diskette m Try adifferent diskette Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive m Run Error checking on the di
76. ble to play these CDs on your computer Listening to CDs Use the Windows M edia Player to listen to CDs For more information about the using the Windows M edia Player click Help You can also use M usicM atch to listen to CDs For more information see Using MusicMatch on page 89 gt To play a CD 1 Insert a CD into the CD or DVD drive 2 If a dialog box opens with a list of CD players click Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player opens OR If a dialog box does not open with a list of CD players click Start then click Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player opens 84 Listening to CDs 3 When the media player opens click play Stop Volume Previous Mute Next If you do not hear audio or you want to change the volume see Adjusting the volume on page 81 n Help and For more information about playing CDs in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword playing CDs in the HelpSpot Search DOX search IE3 then click the arrow 85 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia Recording and playing audio Use the following instructions to make an audio recording by speaking into a microphone gt To make an audio recording 1 2 o 01 CO 86 Plug a microphone into the Microphone jack on your computer For the location of the Microphone jack see Left side on page 3 Click Start All Programs Accessories Entertainment then click So
77. c Rh 84 Recording and playing audio illii 86 Playing audio and video files with the Windows Media Player 88 Using MusicMatch oao ssia a aa a eae 89 Playing G DS ie ute tenete e y iD R dep Gee UR RU er DEUS o er ere AA 89 Creating MP3 music files 00 00 c cece eee 91 Editing track information 0 0 0c eee 93 Building a music library 0 20 auaa 94 Changing the music library display settings 02000e a eee 95 Listening to Internet radio lille 96 Using advanced features 0 cece ete 97 Using a recordable drive 0 teas 97 Creating data CDS 2 cette 97 Creating music CDS 0 c cc ees 101 Copying CDSs sci hte ue eed oye Pha ee ae Re ae 105 Playing a DVD sisse eee Pea Ge ed ee ee ag es 108 Capturing video 0 ett 109 Sending and Receiving Faxes s 111 Installing and configuring Fax 00 eee eee 112 Installitig E ax s cl cklieieidueritezteukewbxkk We wre lag deat hes Sd 112 Gonfig ring Ea56 4 scd rubet bec t bs eL erede e dns 112 Sending a simple fax sae Se sea pawmi e e n tte 115 Setting up your cover page template unana aana 116 Faxing from programs wet de wed ORE Ge eh T A E GERE 117 Faxing a scanned document occire iraro riri Cira EAEE es 117 Receiving and viewing a fax 0 cee ee eae 118 GanCeling ia fax sd tyes sien sy votar ibn ten or en eg etu E RENS
78. camera 36 digital video camera 36 drivers 199 hard drive 215 InterVideo DVD player 108 memory 212 Microsoft Fax 112 PC Cards 208 peripheral devices 36 174 printer 36 174 programs 176 203 scanner 36 174 software 176 203 Windows 205 Internal wireless label 12 Internet 68 account 69 broadband connection 36 68 156 button 30 connecting to 70 programming button 152 requirements to access 69 sharing access 156 transferring settings 173 troubleshooting 228 Internet connection 262 troubleshooting 228 232 Internet radio 96 Internet service provider ISP 69 connecting to 70 disconnecting from 70 setting up an account 69 transferring settings 173 InterVideo DVD player 108 IRQ conflicts 224 J jacks See connections K Kensington cable lock 137 lock slot 6 key combinations 28 keyboard 9 10 buttons 26 cleaning 194 connecting 26 features 26 programming buttons 152 shortcuts 66 troubleshooting 230 USB port 3 keys application 27 arrow 27 battery status 28 Break 28 brightness 27 28 29 directional 27 Fn 27 28 function 27 LCD brightness 27 29 LCD CRT 28 navigation 27 numeric keypad 27 Pad Lock 28 Pause 28 power status 28 Scroll Lock 28 Standby 28 Status 28 system 27 system key combinations 28 toggle display 28 volume control 27 Windows 27 L label internal wireless 12 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity COA 12 model number 7 11 serial number 7 11 wireless networking 12 laser print
79. chapter Warning To avoid bodily injury do not attempt to troubleshoot your notebook problem if D Power cords or plugs are damaged Liquid has been spilled into your notebook Your notebook was dropped The case was damaged Instead unplug your notebook and contact a qualified computer technician Have your customer ID serial number and order number available along with a detailed description of your problem including the exact text of any error messages and the steps you have taken Make sure that your notebook is nearby at the time of your call The technician may have you follow troubleshooting steps 241 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Telephone numbers Gateway offers a wide range of customer service technical support and information services Automated troubleshooting system Service description Use an automated menu system and your telephone keypad to find answers to common problems Telephone numbers You can access the following services through your telephone to get answers to your questions Resource Fax on demand support Gateway s fee based software tutorial service Gateway Technical Support America Online CompuServe Sales accounting and warranty 242 Service description Order a catalog of documents on common problems then order documents by document numbers The documents will be faxed to you Get tutorial assistance for software issues billed by the minut
80. consult the Gateway Web site at www gateway com In no event will Gateway be liable for direct indirect special exemplary incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual even if advised of the possibility of such damages In the interest of continued product development Gateway reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any time without notices or obligation Trademark Acknowledgments 1 800 GATEWAY ActiveCPR ALR AnyKey black and white spot design CrystalScan Destination DestiVu EZ Pad EZ Point Field Mouse Gateway 2000 Gateway Country gateway net Gateway stylized logo Perfect Scholar Solo TelePath Vivitron stylized G design and You ve got a friend in the business slogan are registered trademarks and black and white spotted box logo GATEWAY Gateway Astro Gateway Q Work Gateway Connected touch pad Gateway Connected music player Gateway Cyber Ware Gateway Education Ware Gateway Flex Case Gateway Gaming Ware Gateway GoBack Gateway Gold Gateway Learning Ware Gateway Magazine Gateway Micro Server Gateway Money Ware Gateway Music Ware Gateway Networking Solutions Gateway Online Network O N solution Gateway Photo Ware Gateway Professional PCs Gateway Profile Gateway Solo green stylized GATEWAY green stylized Gateway logo Gateway Teacher Ware Gateway Video Ware HelpSpot InforManager Just click it Learn o Ga
81. criber gener T Eta bar used fe cherry ere core ic ac bee eel Then SiD narrari he pou remi a iure ed eee cores ol a hot ruit ened GU AT Ism ADCDEFL SSS nes nem 8 Click Next 9 if you set up your computer to receive faxes enter the receiving fax identifier information then click Next This identifier information is required by law and can bethe same identifier that you entered in Step 7 The Routing Options screen opens 10 If you set up your computer to receive faxes select a folder you want to store receive faxes in and a printer you want to print received faxes on then click Next The Configuration Summary screen opens 11 Click Finish 2 114 www gateway com Sending a simple fax Sending a simple fax You can use the Send Fax Wizard to send a simple one page fax to one or more recipients gt To send a simple fax 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories Communications Fax then click Send a Fax The Send Fax Wizard opens 2 OntheWelcometo Fax Configuration Wizard screen click Next The Recipient Information screen opens 3 Enter the name and fax number of the recipient of your fax 4 f you need to enter the area code for your recipient click Use dialing rules to enter the full ten digit fax number 5 f you want to send your fax to more than one recipient click Add and enter the name and fax number of the next recipient Send i Wirid enpiri inert Eni hanee dirba of ha parn pou sand i
82. cting the AC adapter on page 18 m f your notebook is plugged into a surge protector make sure that the surge protector is connected securely to an electrical outlet turned on and working correctly To test the outlet plug a working device such asalamp into the outlet and turn it on m Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage Replace any damaged cables Your notebook is not working on battery power m Make surethat the battery is installed correctly For more information see Changing the battery on page 125 m Make sure that the battery is fully recharged For more information see Recharging the battery on page 123 m Make sure that the battery is calibrated correctly For more information see Recalibrating the battery on page 124 Your notebook will not turn off even after pressing the power button for five seconds m f your notebook has frozen and pressing the power button for five seconds does not turn it off insert a straightened paper clip into the reset hole on the bottom of your notebook For the location of the reset hole see Bottom on page 7 Printer The printer will not turn on m Makesurethat the printer is online Many printers have an online offline button that you may need to press m Make sure that the power cable is plugged into an AC power source The printer is on but will not print m Check the cable between the printer and your notebook Make sure tha
83. cuments folder 1 In Windows XP click Start then click My Documents The My Documents window opens and displays many of your saved personal data files Go to Step 4 OR In Windows 98 Windows Me or Windows 2000 double click the My Computer icon on the desktop Go to the next step 2 Doubleclick the CA drive icon 3 Double click the My Documents folder The My Documents window opens and displays many of your saved personal data files 4 Copy your personal data files to removable media or to another computer on your network D 171 Chapter 12 Moving from Your Old Computer 172 You can often identify different data file types by looking at the file s extension the part of the file name following the last period For example a document file might have a DOC extension and a spreadsheet file might have an XLS extension File type File usually ends in Documents DOC TXT RTF HTM HTML DOT Spreadsheets XLS XLT TXT Pictures JPG BMP GIF PDF PCT TIF PNG EPS Movies MPEG MPG AVI GIF MOV Sound and Music WAV CDA MP3 MID MIDI WMA To find files using Find or Search 1 In windows XP click Start then click Search The Search Results window opens OR In Windows 98 Windows Me or Windows 2000 click Start Find or Search then click For Files or Folders The Search Results window opens 2 Use Windows Find or Search to locate data files by file name or file type
84. d For more information about creating CDs in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword creating CDs in the HelpSpot Search bOX Search IE3 then click the arrow Creating music CDs Use Roxio Easy CD Creator to create music CDs from other music CDs or MP3 files For information on creating data CDs see Creating dataCDs on page 97 Important We recommend that you do not use your computer for other tasks while creating CDs Important If you record copyrighted material on a CD you need permission from the copyright owner Otherwise you may be violating copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other remedies If you are uncertain about your rights contact your legal advisor Important Some CDs have copy protection software You cannot to listen to these CDs on your computer l create MP3 files from these CDs and you may not be able 101 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia gt To create music CDs 1 Insert a blank writable CD into your recordable CD drive Tips amp Tricks Most home and car stereos can read CD R discs but do not read CD RW discs To make sure that the CD that you ey create will play on home and car CD players use a CD R disc If aCD Drivedialog box opens click Create a CD using Roxio Easy CD Creator then click OK The Select a Project window opens sORs If adialog box does not open click Start All Programs Roxio Easy CD Creator then click Pro
85. d personal settings such as display Internet and email settings from your old computer to your new one by using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard The wizard also moves specific files or entire folders such as My Documents My Pictures and Favorites gt To open the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard m Click Start All Programs Accessories System Tools then click Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Help and For more information about using the Files and Settings Support Transfer Wizard in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Q Type the keyword using transfer wizard in the HelpSpot Search box s EJ then click the arrow 170 Transferring files Transferring files You can manually transfer your personal data files by copying them to removable media such as a diskette writable CD or Zip disk or by using a home network For more information see Using a recordable drive on page 97 Connecting to a wired Ethernet network on page 35 and Networking Your Computer on page 155 Finding your files Many programs automatically save your personal data files in the My Documents folder Look in your old computer s My Documents folder for personal data files Use Windows Find or Search to locate other personal data files For moreinformation see To find filesusing Find or Search on page 172 or see Searching for files on page 59 gt To find files in the My Do
86. d than a standard telephone modem Important For the location of your modem and Ethernet jacks see Left side on page 3 Internet Servers store information so other computers can access it from the Internet AA ISP Servers Your computer let you connect to connects to the the Internet and Internet through access your e mail an ISP messages 68 www gateway com Setting up an Internet account If you want to access the Internet you need m A modem a device that connects your computer to other computers or servers using a telephone DSL or cable line An Internet service provider a company that provides access to the Internet through an ISP server When you connect to an ISP the ISP server lets you access the Internet and your e mail messages A Web browser a program that displaysinformation from theWorld Wide Web An e mail program a program that lets you create send and receive e mail messages over the Internet Setting up an Internet account Before you can view the information on the World Wide Web you need to set up an Internet account with an Internet service provider ISP If you have chosen America Onlineasan ISP follow theseinstructionsto set up and connect to your account To set up a different ISP service or to transfer an existing account to this computer contact the ISP directly If you set up an account with America Online an Internet e mail address is created for you After com
87. de variety of multimedia features Identifying drive types Your Gateway computer may contain one of the following drive types Look on the front of the drive for one of the following logos CD drive Ganbia Use a CD drive for installing programs playing DG audio CDs and accessing data You cannot use this drive to create CDs or play DVDs CD RW drive COMPACT Use a CD RW drive for installing programs MSE playing audio CDs accessing data and creating Recordable CDs You cannot use this drive to play DVDs You can only write to a CD R disc once You can write to and erase CD RW discs multiple times For more information see Using a recordable drive on page 97 DVD drive Use a DVD drive for installing programs playing DVD audio CDs playing DVDs and accessing data as EOM You cannot use this drive to create CDs Combination CP Use a combination DVD CD RW drive for installing DVD CD RW ohne programs playing audio CDs playing DVDs drive Recordable ve accessing data and recording music and data to OM CD R or CD RW discs For more information see Using a recordable drive on page 97 ReWritable 79 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia Inserting a CD or DVD Activity Eject Manual indicator button eject hole Important Some music CDs have copy protection software You may not be able to play these CDs on your computer gt To insert a CD or DVD 1 Presstheeject button on theCD or DVD drive After thetray
88. ders listed below the Savein list 3 Type a new file name in the File name box 4 Click Save Help and For more information about saving documents in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword saving in the HelpSpot Search box Search E then click the arrow www gateway com 63 Chapter 4 Windows Basics Opening a document To view revise or print an existing document first you need to open it Open the document in the program that it was created in gt To open a document 1 Start the program 2 Click File then click Open 3 Click the arrow button to open the Look in list then click the folder you want to open If you do not see the folder you want browse through the folders listed below the Look in list Look in list 4 Double click the document file name The document opens s Help and For more information about opening documents in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword opening files in the HelpSpot Search DOX Search B then click the arrow 64 www gateway com Working with documents Printing a document To print a document you must have a printer connected to your computer or have access to anetwork printer For moreinformation about installing or using your printer see the printer documentation gt To print a document 1 Make sure that the printer is turned on and loaded with paper 2 Start the program and open
89. des By entering your serial number you get driversspecificto your system Click All Downloads to walk through a step by step wizard to locate your drivers For more information see Updating device drivers on page 201 Contact Us tab The Contact Us tab contains links to technical support with a live technician including chat and e mail Click Call Us to get a list of Gateway telephone numbers for both sales and support For more information see Telephone support on page 241 Account Info tab The Account Info tab contains support for non technical issues like the status of your order or changing your account address 44 Windows Basics Read this chapter to learn how to Use the Windows desktop Manage files and folders Work with documents Use shortcuts 45 Chapter 4 Windows Basics About the Windows environment After your computer starts the first screen you see is the Windows desktop The desktop is like the top of a real desk Think of the desktop as your personalized work space where you open programs and perform other tasks Your desktop may be different from this example depending on how your computer is set up Help and For more information about the Windows XP desktop click Support Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword Windows desktop in the HelpSpot Search box JE then click the arrow 46 www gateway com Using the desktop Using the desktop The desktop contains t
90. devices or services is harmful or perceived as harmful the D option to use a wireless device may be restricted or eliminated Airports Hospitals and Oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use of wireless devices may be restricted or eliminated When in environments where you are uncertain of the sanction to use wireless devices ask the applicable authority for authorization prior to use or turning on the wireless device gateway con 247 Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information 248 Warning e Warning Eo Warning em Warning e Warning e Every country has different restrictions on the use of wireless devices Since your system is equipped with a wireless device when traveling between countries with your system check with the local Radio Approval authorities prior to any move or trip for any restrictions on the use of a wireless device in the destination country If your system came equipped with an internal embedded wireless device do not operate the wireless device unless all covers and shields are in place and the system is fully assembled Wireless devices are not user serviceable Do not modify them in any way Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it Please contact Gateway for service Only use drivers approved for the country in which the device will be used See the Gateway System Restoration Kit or contact Gateway Tech
91. dow item Description The title bar is the horizontal bar at the top t Local Disk C of a window that shows the window title Clicking the minimize button reduces the sj active window to a button on the taskbar Clicking the program button in the taskbar opens the window again E Clicking the maximize button expands the active window to fit the entire computer display Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to its former size _ Clicking the close button closes the active x window or program Clicking an item on the menu bar starts an File Edit View Favorites Tools Help action such as Print or Save Help and For more information about windows in Windows XP click Support Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword window in the HelpSpot Search box Search L JE then click the arrow 50 www gateway com Working with files and folders Working with files and folders You can organize your files and programs to suit your preferences much like you would storeinformation in a file cabinet You can store these filesin folders and copy move and delete the information just as you would reorganize and throw away information in a file cabinet Viewing drives Drives are like file cabinets because they hold files and folders A computer almost always has more than one drive Each drive has a letter usually Local Disk C for the hard drive and 3 Floppy A for the diskette drive You may also hav
92. e Talk to a Gateway Technical Support representative about a non tutorial technical support question See Before calling Gateway Technical Support on page 241 before calling TDD Technical Support for hearing impaired is available Weekdays 6 00 a m 8 00 p m Central Time Weekends 6 00 a m 5 00 p m Central Time Get support for your America Online ISP account Get support for your CompuServe ISP account Get information about available systems pricing orders billing statements warranty service or other non technical issues How to reach 800 846 2118 US 877 709 2945 Canada How to reach 800 846 4526 US 877 709 2951 Canada 800 229 1103 charged to your credit card 900 555 4695 charged to your telephone bill 800 846 2301 US 800 846 3609 Canada and Puerto Rico 605 232 2191 all other countries 800 846 1778 TDD 800 827 6364 US 888 265 4357 Canada 800 848 8990 US 800 846 2000 US 888 888 2037 Canada Tutoring and training Tutoring and training Gateway s Technical Support professionals cannot provide hardware and software training or tutorial services Instead Gateway recommends the following tutoring and training resources Self help If you have how to questions about using your Gateway supplied hardware or software see the following resources m The printed or online documentation that came with your hardware or software In many cases additi
93. e files and folders see Shortcuts on page 66 3 Click File then click Restore Windows returns the deleted files or folders to their original locations 56 www gateway com Working with files and folders gt To empty the Recycle Bin Caution Emptying the Recycle Bin permanently erases any files or i folders in the bin These files cannot be restored 1 Doubleclick the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop The Recycle Bin window opens 2 Click File then click Empty Recycle Bin Windows asks you if you are sure that you want to empty the bin 3 Click Yes Windows permanently deletes all files in the Recycle Bin Help and For more information about emptying the Recycle Bin in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword emptying Recycle Bin in the HelpSpot Search box EJ then click the arrow Browsing for files and folders A file or folder that you need is rarely right on top of your Windows desktop It is usually on a drive inside a folder that may be inside ye another folder and so on Windows drives folders and files are organized in the same way as a real file cabinet in that they may have many levels usually many more levels than a file cabinet in fact So you usually will haveto search through levels of folders to find the file or folder that you need This is called browsing Chapter 4 Windows Basics gt To browse for a file 1 Click Start then
94. e more drives such as a CD DVD or recordable drive gt To view the drives on your computer m Click Start then click My Computer on the Start menu Drives www gateway com 51 Chapter 4 Windows Basics gt To see the files and folders on a drive m Doubleclick the drive icon If you do not see the contents of a drive after you double click its icon click Show the contents of this drive Help and For more information about files and folders in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword files and folders in the HelpSpot Search box ees then click the arrow Creating folders Folders are much like the folders in a file cabinet They can contain files and other folders Files are much like paper documents letters spreadsheets and pictures that you keep on your computer In fact all information on a computer is stored in files Folders Pm EURO MERI jo Files 52 www gateway com Working with files and folders gt To create a folder 1 Click Start then click My Computer on the Start menu 2 Double click the drive where you want to put the new folder Typically Local Disk C is your hard drive and 3 Floppy A is your diskette drive If you do not see the contents of the drive click Show the contents of this drive 3 If you want to create a new folder inside an existing folder double click the existing folder If you do not see the contents of the f
95. e program reinstallation by following the instructions included with the program CD 204 www gateway com Reinstalling Windows Reinstalling Windows If your computer is not working correctly try the following options to correct the problem m Troubleshooting For more information see Troubleshooting on page 219 m Reinstalling device drivers For more information see Reinstalling device drivers on page 199 If the options above do not correct the problem you can use the Restoration CDs to reinstall Windows and other software The Restoration CDs step you through reinstalling Windows XP If you are reinstalling Windows XP the Restoration CDs automatically reinstall the hardware device drivers and some programs as well You can install any remaining programs by using the program CDs that came with your computer To reinstall your programs follow the instructions in Reinstalling programs on page 203 Important If you are prompted for your Windows product key when you reinstall Windows you can find the key on the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label located on the bottom of your computer case For more information see Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity on page 12 gt To reinstall Windows XP and the device drivers Warning Back up your personal files before you use this option All files on your computer will be deleted Insert the red Gateway CD into the CD DVD or recordable drive Restart y
96. e the batteries before traveling For more information see Recharging the battery on page 123 and Changing the battery on page 125 Using alternate power sources To extend battery life use alternate power sources whenever possible m If traveling internationally take electrical adapters Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter If you plan on taking your AC power adapter also take a single plug surge protector m If you will have access to an EmPower in flight power receptacle or an automobile cigarette lighter use an airplane automobile power adapter Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter m Tofind AC power outlets in airports look for them next to support pillars in large areas such as boarding gates and under banks of telephones 127 Chapter 8 Managing Power Changing power modes You can use the following power modes to lengthen the life of your notebook s battery m Standby while your notebook is in Standby it switches to a low power state where devices such as the display and drives turn off m Hibernate also called save to disk writes all current memory RAM information to the hard drive then turns your notebook completely off The next time you turn on your notebook it reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open when you activated Hibernate mode For more information on using Hibernate mode s
97. e to the IEEE 1394 port Z on the side of your notebook 2 Click Start All Programs Pinnacle Expression then click Pinnacle Expression The program starts Important If Pinnacle Expression is not on your Start menu install it from the Pinnacle Expression CD Insert the CD into your CD or DVD drive and follow the instructions in the setup wizard For more information on using Pinnacle Expression see its online help and the online guide located on the program CD www gateway com 109 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia 110 www gateway com Receiving Faxes Sending and Microsoft Fax lets you send and receive faxes using the modem Read this chapter to learn how to Install and configure Fax Create and send a new fax Set up a fax cover page template Fax a document you scanned or created in another program Receive view and print a fax Important Your modem cable must be installed before you can send and receive faxes You cannot use your standard telephone modem to connect to the Internet while sending and receiving faxes Help and For more information about sending and Support receiving faxes in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword Fax in the HelpSpot Search box gJ then click the arrow 111 Chapter 7 Sending and Receiving Faxes Installing and configuring Fax Installing Fax Microsoft Fax lets you send and receive faxes using your modem When Windows XP
98. ebook For more information www gateway com country www gateway com training www learnatgateway com Safety Regulatory and Legal Information Important safety information Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment However to ensure safe use of this product it isimportant that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your D Gateway system Setting up your system Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you operate your system Retain all safety and operating instructionsfor futureuse Do not usethis product near water or a heat source such asa radiator Set up the system on a stable work surface The product should be operated only from thetype of power source indicated on therating label f your computer has a voltage selector switch make sure that the switch isin the proper position for your area The voltage selector switch is set at thefactory to the correct voltage 245 Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information Openingsin the computer case are provided for ventilation Do not block or cover these openings Make sure you provide adequate space at least 6 inches 15 cm around the system for ventilation when
99. ect 98 www gateway com Using a recordable drive 3 Move your pointer over make a data CD then click dataCD project The Easy CD Creator window opens Select Source Files SS p a rus pum rm Pee aee HENE rmen moe SRR ee E H mom HET ra crimen m Baie nren e mea Source Pane Add 4 Click the arrow button to open the Select Source Files list then click the drive or folder where the files you want to add to the writable CD are located If you do not see the folder you want browse through the folders in the Source pane www gateway com 99 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia 5 Click the file you want to record hold down the CTRL or SHIFT key when you click to select multiple files in the Source pane then click Add Ei dn RATIOS bi dn ESL bel GILET LL Cae ee Gm EFZNTUT ELi m ELCEENM LELID s Tia nin jin Piin iie m Lu DE ad ATEH PR s ATEEN LE LE DEA Atap viria s um TUN bd dh min Phe dole L iin Poems um HU DB Armenier comer MEH muore CES CIL MH n am Hai rte hammer Bxribirar fripabm nad enira record 6 After you have added all of your files click record The Record CD Setup dialog box opens Start Recording r ne cn nme sea n aj ie Eresi xan tere I Lo Thi Feri biel pl argen bur atentos Ther OL apat momo raid Midi Love bar br MM lh Tor ag lp x 100 www gateway com Using a recordable drive f Click Start Recording s Help an
100. ee Activating and using Hibernate mode on page 133 Using power saving modes Always save your work before using Standby mode In Standby mode your notebook reduces or turns off the power to most devices except memory However the information in memory is not saved to the hard drive If power is interrupted the information is lost When in Hibernate mode your computer saves all memory information to the hard drive then turns the power completely off If your computer and you want to then is On Enter Standby mode Press FN STANDBY On Enter Hibernate mode Click Start then click Turn Off Computer Press must be enabled and hold SHIFT then click Hibernate In Standby or Exit Standby or Press the power button Hibernate mode Hibernate mode 128 www gateway com Changing power settings Changing power settings You can change the function of the power button Standby system key and power saving timers by changing power settings on your notebook You can customize power settings from the Windows Control Panel by selecting power schemes setting power alarms adjusting advanced power settings and activating Hibernate mode Power schemes groups of power settings let you change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is automatically turned off You can select one of the defined power schemes or create a custom power scheme Alarms can alert you when the battery charge is low Adv
101. einstalling device drivers Device drivers are programs that control devices such as the computer display CD or DVD drives and modems Drivers translate information between computer devices and programs Drivers for your original computer hardware are installed at Gateway If you install a new device you need to install the drivers provided by the device manufacturer You should reinstall device drivers m If directed to do so while troubleshooting m If you see a message indicating that there is a problem with a device driver If you need to reinstall device drivers because you are directed to do so while troubleshooting or if a message tells you that there is a problem with a device driver reinstall the device drivers by completing the following task If you just reinstalled Windows XP the device drivers were automatically reinstalled If you are not comfortable with the procedures covered in this section seek help from a more experienced computer user or a computer service technician gt To reinstall device drivers 1 Insert the red Gateway CD into the CD DVD or recordable drive If the program starts automatically go to Step 5 OR If the program does not start automatically go to Step 2 2 Click Start then click Run The Run dialog box opens 3 In the Open text box type dA runmenu exe where d is the drive letter of your CD DVD or recordable drive 4 Click OK 199 Chapter 14 Restoring Software 200
102. er 16 latch battery 8 LCD panel release 2 LCD brightness system keys 27 LCD panel cleaning 194 release latch 2 troubleshooting 226 LCD CRT system key 28 lights See status indicators line protector 136 line tester 136 lock Kensington cable 6 137 M maintenance 177 backing up files 191 checking for drive errors 187 checking hard drive space 185 cleaning case 193 cleaning component exteriors 193 cleaning computer display 194 cleaning keyboard 194 cleaning mouse 195 creating startup diskette 180 defragmenting 189 deleting files 186 suggested schedule 178 using Scheduled Task Wizard 192 virus protection 182 maximize button 50 Media Player 84 88 memory 15 adding 212 bay 8 212 installing 212 replacing 212 troubleshooting 230 upgrading 212 menu bar 50 messages checking email 75 sending email 74 microphone jack 4 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity COA 12 Microsoft Fax 111 MIDI file 88 mini PCI bay 7 minimize button 50 model number 11 137 modem 68 69 cable 36 68 160 163 connecting 34 connection speed 232 DSL 36 68 160 163 international adapter 136 jack 3 34 protecting from power surge 20 troubleshooting 231 monitor VGA port 6 switching display 28 mouse cleaning 195 troubleshooting 235 USB port 3 263 See also touchpad moving files 54 171 folders 54 55 Internet settings 173 pointer 32 screen objects 33 MP3 file creating 91 editing track information 93 playing 88 streaming 157 MPE
103. er actions when pressed in combination with another key Key type Function keys System keys Navigation keys Volume keys FN key Windows key Numeric keypad Application key Arrow keys LCD brightness keys Icon Description Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform actions in programs For example pressing F1 may open help Each program uses different function keys for different purposes See the program documentation to find out more about the function key actions Press these colored keys in combination with the FN key to perform specific actions Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line to the end of a line up the page down the page to the beginning of a document or to the end of a document Press these colored keys in combination with the FN key to increase or decrease the volume or to turn off all sound Press the FN key in combination with a colored system key such as STATUS STANDBY or PAUSE to perform a specific action Press this key to open the Windows Start menu This key can also be used in combination with other keys to open utilities like F Search utility R Run utility and E Explorer utility Use these keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on Press FN HPAD LOCK to turn on the numeric keypad Press this key for quick access to shortcut menus and help assistants in Windows Press these keys to move the cursor up down righ
104. er electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at thetop or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the date and time it issent an identification of the business other entity or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machineor such business other entity or individual Refer to your fax communication software documentation for detailson how to comply with the fax branding requirement 251 Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information Canada Industry Canada IC Intentional emitter per RSS 210 Low power Radio LAN type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operating in the 2 4 GHz Band may be present embedded in your notebook system This section isonly applicable if these devices are present Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices Wireless devices that may bein your system are only qualified for usein Canada if an Industry Canada ID number ison the system label As ageneral guideline a separation of 20 cm 8 inches between the wireless device and the body for use of a wireless device near the body this doesnot include extremities istypical Thisdevice should be used morethan 20 cm 8 inches from the body when wireless devices areon The power output of the wireless device or devices which may be embedded in your notebook
105. er s manual Laser safety statement All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards including IEC 825 The laser devicesin these components are classified as Class 1 Laser Products under a US Department of Health and Human Services DHHS Radiation Performance Standard Should the unit ever need servicing contact an authorized service location Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may D result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent exposure to laser beams do not try to open the enclosure of a CD or DVD drive Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information Notices Copyright 2002 Gateway Inc All Rights Reserved 14303 Gateway Place Poway CA 92064 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form without prior consent in writing from Gateway The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate However changes are made periodically These changes are incorporated in newer publication editions Gateway may improve and or change products described in this publication at any time Due to continuing system improvements Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual For the latest product updates
106. evices which may be connected to thetelephoneline Excessive RENson atelephonelinemay result in the devices not ringing in responseto an incoming call In most areas the sum of RENs should not exceed five 5 0 To becertain of the number of devicesthat may be connected to a line as determined by the total RENs contact the local telephone company If this device causes harm to the telephone network the telephone company will notify you in advancethat temporary discontinuance of service may berequired Thetelephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved The telephone company may make changesin its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of this equipment If thishappens thetelephone company will provide advance noticein order for you to make necessary modificationsto maintain uninterrupted service Thisequipment cannot be used on telephone company provided coin service Connection to party lineserviceis subject to state tariffs Contact the state public utility commission or public service commission for information When programming or making test calls to emergency numbers Remain on thelineand briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call Perform such activitiesin the off peak hours such as early morning or late evenings The United States Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makesit unlawful for any person to use a computer or oth
107. eway CD or the Gateway Technical Support Web site www gateway com support If your system came equipped with an internal embedded wireless device see Safety Regulatory and Legal Information on page 245 for general wireless regulatory and safety guidelines To find out if your system has an internal wireless device check the label see Identifying your model on page 11 gt To update device drivers 1 Insert the red Gateway CD into the CD DVD or recordable drive If the program starts automatically go to Step 5 OR If the program does not start automatically go to Step 2 2 Click Start then click Run The Run dialog box opens 3 In the Open text box type dA runmenu exe where d is the drive letter of the CD DVD or recordable drive 4 Click OK W gateway com 201 Chapter 14 Restoring Software 202 5 aN If this is the first time you have inserted the red Gateway CD accept the End User License Agreement EULA by clicking Yes I accept it then clicking Continue The Gateway Driver and Application Recovery program starts and the Drivers and Application Recovery tab appears Click the Web Updates tab Click Check Now The Connect window opens Install available updated device drivers by following the on screen instructions Depending on the device driver you are updating you may only need to restart your computer to complete the installation However if a setup wizard opens when you restart y
108. g Wireless devices are not user serviceable Do not modify them in any way Modification to a wireless device will void D the authorization to use it Contact Gateway for service Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 This device has been tested and found to comply with thelimitsfor a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules Theselimits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interferencein a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception However thereisno guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by oneor more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Compliance Accessories The accessories associated with this equipment are shielded video cable when an external monitor is connected These accessories are required to be used in order to
109. he HelpSpot Search box search i E3 then click the arrow W gateway com 235 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Networks You cannot connect to your company network m Every network is unique Contact your company computer department or network administrator for help Help and For more information about network troubleshooting in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword network troubleshooting in the HelpSpot Search box search gJ then click the arrow Passwords Your notebook does not accept your password m Make sure that CAPS LOCK and PAD LOCK are turned off then retype the password You forgot your startup password m The password feature which is set in the BIOS Setup utility is very secure with no easy way to recover a forgotten password You must return your notebook for repair Call Gateway Technical Support for instructions PC Cards You installed a PC Card and now your notebook is having problems m Make sure that you have correctly installed required software for the PC Card For more information see your PC Card s documentation m Makesurethat the PC Card you installed is not causing a system resource conflict For more information on resource conflicts see Device installation on page 224 236 Troubleshooting Power Your notebook is not working on AC power m Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to your notebook For more information see Conne
110. he taskbar the Start button and the Recycle Bin icon Desktop elements Description Start The taskbar is the bar at the bottom of the computer display containing the Start button on the left and a clock on the right Other buttons on the taskbar represent programs that are running Click a program s button on the taskbar to open the program s window The Start button provides access to programs files help for Windows and EL other programs and computer tools and utilities Click the Start button then open a file or program by clicking an item on the menu that opens The Recycle Bin is where files folders and programs that you discarded are stored You must empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete them from your computer For instructions on how to use the Recycle Bin see Deleting Recycle Bin files and folders on page 56 Using the Start menu You can start programs open files customize your system get help search for files and folders and more using the Start menu gt To use the Start menu 1 Click the Start button on the lower left of the Windows desktop The Start menu opens showing you the first level of menu items 2 Click All Programs to see all programs and files in the Start menu When you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has an arrow next to it another menu called a submenu opens and reveals related files programs or commands www gateway com 47 Chapter 4 Windows Basics
111. ications Fax then click Fax Console The Fax Configuration Wizard opens 2 On the Welcome to Fax Configuration Wizard screen click Next The Sender Information screen opens Jemie nirean Eris sein praon ia call appear am fae eres pagar Yaa hiur E rani ide Ji fcn kei lirana phana hidden dn Die Lax rome Metal cara Manages THH 1274 hiy Sot Hy sen br Se 3 Enter the information about yourself that you want to appear on your fax cover page then click Next The Select Device for Sending or Receiving Faxes screen opens 4 Click the arrow to open the Please select the fax device list then click the modem you are using to send and receive faxes 5 f you want the modem to automatically answer the telephone in order to receive faxes click the Enable Receive check box 6 Click Next The Transmitting Subscriber Identification TSID screen opens www gateway com 113 Chapter 7 Sending and Receiving Faxes f Enter the transmitting fax identifier information This identifier information is required by law You can enter up to 20 characters in the text box We suggest using eight characters for your identifier name followed by 12 characters for your telephone number Important Some fax machines cannot use special characters such as hyphens We suggest using spaces instead of hyphens in telephone and fax numbers arae P pr V rami ee Sabporien Esberiibors aieo T 51D Enia the D uarormiong Subs
112. icking the Recycle Bin icon then clicking Empty Recycle Bin 227 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Caution All deleted files will be lost when you empty the Recycle w e m Save your files to a diskette or another drive If the hard drive is full copy any files not regularly used to diskettes or other backup media then delete them from the hard drive Help and For more information about file management in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword file management in the HelpSpot Search box search fj then click the arrow You see a Data error message m This may bethe result of a defective area on the hard drive To fix hard drive problems run the Error checking program For more information see Checking the hard drive for errors on page 187 The hard drive cannot be accessed or you see a General failure reading drive C error message m If adiskette isin the diskette drive eject it and restart your notebook m Make sure that the hard drive is correctly installed Remove it firmly reinsert it then restart your notebook For more information see Replacing the hard drive kit on page 215 m f your notebook has been subjected to static electricity or physical shock you may need to reinstall the operating system You see a Non system disk NTLDR is missing or disk error message m Eject the diskette from the diskette drive then press ENTER Internet You cannot co
113. ics are located in HelpSpot and are relevant to your search topic m Full text Search Matches Thesetopicsarelocated in HelpSpot and contain the words you entered in the Search box m Microsoft Knowledge Base Thesetopics are located on the Microsoft Web site and contain the words you entered in the Search box You must be connected to the Internet to search for and access these topics m Gateway com Search These topics are located on the Gateway Web site and contain the words you entered in the Search box You must be connected to the Internet to search for and access these topics To view alist of your search results click the results header for the type of results you want to view To view a topic click the topic name in the Search Results list 40 www gateway com HelpSpot HelpSpot videos HelpSpot contains several short videos to help introduce you to new concepts or show you how to perform various tasks gt To play a HelpSpot video m To watch a video in HelpSpot click Video Tutorials on the HelpSpot home page then click a video title The video plays Q oO Search BPT A www gateway com 41 Chapter 3 Getting Help Online help Many programs provideinformation onlineso you can research atopic or learn how to perform a task while you are using the program You can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button d Gateway Homepage Micro
114. ide the hard drive kit into the connector 10 Replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to your notebook 11 Insert the battery and turn your notebook over 12 Connect the power adapter and modem and network cables then turn on your notebook www gateway com 217 Chapter 15 Upgrading Your Notebook 218 www gateway com Troubleshooting This chapter provides some solutions to common notebook problems Read this chapter to learn how to m Troubleshoot typical hardware and software problems m Get telephone support m Use automated troubleshooting systems m Get tutoring and training If the suggestionsin thischapter do not correct the problem see Getting Help on page 37 for more information about how to get help 219 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your notebook follow these safety guidelines m Never remove the memory bay cover or hard drive while your notebook is turned on while the battery is installed and while the modem cable network cable and AC power adapter are connected m Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components For more information about preventing damage from static electricity see Preventing static electricity discharge on page 210 m After you complete any maintenancetasks where you remove the memory bay cover or hard drive kit make sure that you replace the cover or hard drivekit reinstall any screws
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116. ill beusingthe wireless devicein isnot listed please contact your local Radio Approval agency for requirements Wireless devices are closely regulated and use may not be allowed The power output of the wireless device or devicesthat may be embedded in your notebook is well below the RF exposure limits as known at this time Because the wireless devices which may be embedded into your notebook emit less energy than is allowed in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations Gateway believes these devices are safe for use Regardless of the power levels care should betaken to minimize human contact during normal operation Asa general guideline a separation of 20 cm 8 inches between the wireless device and the body for use of a wireless device near the body this does not include extremities is typical This device should be used morethan 20 cm 8 inches from the body when wireless devices areon and transmitting Some circumstances require restrictions on wireless devices Examples of common restrictions are listed below Warning Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft Current aviation D regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane 802 11B also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication Warning In environments where the risk of interference to other
117. instructions in Sending a simple fax on page 115 n Faxing a scanned document gt To fax a document that you have scanned 1 2 Scan the document using the program for your scanner With the scanned file open click File then click Print The Print dialog box opens Chapter 7 Sending and Receiving Faxes 3 Click the arrow button to open the Name list then click the Fax printer 4 Click Print or OK The Send Fax Wizard opens 5 Complete the wizard by following the instructions in Sending a simple fax on page 115 n Receiving and viewing a fax gt To receive and view a fax 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories Communications Fax then click Fax Console The Fax Console opens When the Fax Console is open it detects incoming faxes and stores them in the Inbox 2 To view a fax click Inbox then double click the fax you want to view The fax viewer opens where you can view and print the fax n Canceling a fax You can cancel a fax that you have set up to send at a time in the future gt To cancel a fax that has not been sent 1 If Fax is not open click Start All Programs Accessories Communications Fax then click Fax Console The Fax Console opens 2 Click Outbox then right click the fax you want to cancel C2 Click Delete to cancel the fax 4 Click Yes Automatically retry sending a fax Automatically retry sending a fax You can set up Fax so that it continues t
118. ion see System key combinations on page 28 Make sure that the Windows volume control is turned up For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 81 Make sure that Mute controls are turned off For more information about the mute setting see System key combinations on page 28 or Adjusting the volume on page 81 Make sure that headphones are not plugged into the headphone jack For the location of the headphone jack see Left side on page 3 If you are using powered speakers make sure that they are plugged in and turned on Some music CDs have copy protection software You may not be able to play these CDs on your notebook Troubleshooting m Clean the CD For more information see Cleaning CDs or DVDs on page 224 m Your notebook may be experiencing some temporary memory problems Shut down and restart your notebook m Reinstall the audio device drivers For more information see Reinstalling device drivers on page 199 A DVD movie will not play m Make sure that the label or side you want to play is facing up then try again m Shut down and restart your notebook m Make sure that you have a DVD drive See Identifying drive types on page 79 for more information m Clean the DVD For more information see Cleaning CDs or DVDs on page 224 m DVD discs and drives contain regional codes that help control DVD title exports and help reduceillegal disc distribution To be ableto play a DVD
119. itional tips m If you plan to use several USB peripheral devices take a portable USB hub to provide additional USB ports m Take a network cable if you need to connect to a network Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their network m Take your System Restoration CDs in case you need to install an additional driver or software 139 Chapter 9 Travel Tips 140 www gateway com Customizing Your Computer This chapter provides information about customizing your computer by changing settings in Windows Read this chapter to learn how to Change screen and display settings Change the background and screen saver Adjust the touchpad settings Program the multi function buttons on the keyboard Add change and switch user accounts in Windows XP 141 Chapter 10 Customizing Your Computer Adjusting the screen and desktop settings Adjusting the color depth and screen area are two of the most basic display settings you may need to change You can also adjust settings such asthe screen background and screen saver Adjusting the color depth Color depth is the number of colors your screen displays Various image types require various color depths for optimum appearance For example simple color drawings may appear adequately in 256 colors while color photographs need millions of colors to be displayed with optimum quality Windowslets you choosefrom several color depth settings Werecommend that you use the
120. jack adapters or an acoustic handset coupler Take a telephone line protector m Take atelephone line tester to check for unsafe lines especially if you are traveling internationally Take remote access information with you so you can connect to your ISP whileoutside of your usual calling area A list of country dialing codes may be especially useful if you are traveling internationally Radio frequency wireless connections 136 Every country has different restrictions on the use of wireless devices If your notebook is equipped with a wireless device check with the local radio approval authorities prior to your trip for any restrictions on theuse of a wireless device in the destination country If your notebook came equipped with an internal embedded wireless device see Safety Regulatory and Legal Information on page 245 for general wireless regulatory guidelines Wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane IEEE 802 11b also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices which use wireless to communicate For instructions on how to turn off your wireless device see Turning your wireless Ethernet on or off on page 167 Files Files Copy your working files from your desktop computer to your notebook before you travel If you need to
121. ject Selector The Select a Project window opens Tw smi mm a Bear eee ri 03 make a music CD musicCD project 102 www gateway com Using a recordable drive 3 Move your pointer over make a music CD then click musicCD project The Easy CD Creator window opens Select Source Files yp Fem im mea riza a oo n a ac o cl Source pane Add 4 Click the arrow button to open the Select Source Files list then click the drive or folder where the music files that you want to add to the writable CD are located If you do not seethefolder you want browse through the folders in the Source pane www gateway com 103 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia 5 Click the file you want to record hold down the CTRL or SHIFT key when you click to select multiple files in the Source pane then click Add Tips amp Tricks You can add any combination of music tracks or MP3 files to a music CD project You can add up to 99 tracks and ey files or up to 650 MB 74 minute CD or 700 MB 80 minute CD of tracks and files to a music CD project isp ory b ee p Rx LM ESH torn erm mas Hor d Pas ed enr in o Bad Se I Pests palapa Couaugis ud Lama cnini irs ccm pw us uo enm Uo en eamm I umm lum gU ac Poi Bey er T na mn mn d mm D wI ee ed record 104 www gateway com Using a recordable drive 6 After you have added all of your tracks and files click record The Record CD Setup dialog box opens Start Recording S
122. jects getting information 33 moving 33 selecting 33 Scroll Lock status indicator 25 28 system key 28 Search utility 60 searching for files and folders 57 59 in HelpSpot 40 security features Kensington cable lock 6 137 security while traveling 137 serial number 7 11 13 44 137 176 serial number label 7 setting up safety precautions 245 sharing devices 157 drives 156 Internet connection 156 printer 157 shortcut menus accessing 33 shortcuts adding to desktop 48 buttons 30 closing programs 66 closing windows 66 copying 66 cutting 66 deleting files and folders 66 keyboard 66 opening menu 33 pasting 66 programming buttons 152 renaming files and folders 66 selecting items in list 66 selecting multiple adjacent items in list 66 switching between files folders or running programs 66 shutting down computer 22 signal strength 162 small office network 156 SO DIMM 212 software See programs sound adjusting 29 81 controls 27 81 muting 29 81 82 troubleshooting 239 See also audio Sound Recorder making audio recordings 86 playing file 87 speakers built in 9 jack 4 specifications 13 Standby mode 22 28 128 Start button 47 Start menu 47 starting notebook 21 programs 33 47 startup diskette 180 static electricity 210 status indicators 9 24 battery charge 2 19 122 Caps Lock 25 CD 24 CD RW 24 diskette drive 24 drive activity 24 DVD 24 DVD CD RW 24 hard drive 24 numeric keypad 25 28 Pad Lock 25 28
123. lder the original file or folder is deleted from the clipboard gt To copy a file or folder to another folder 54 1 Locate the file or folder you want to copy For more information see Viewing drives on page 51 and Searching for files on page 59 N Right click press the right touchpad button the file or folder that you want to copy A pop up menu opens on the desktop Click Copy on the pop up menu Open the destination folder With the pointer inside the destination folder right click o of Click Paste A copy of the file or folder appears in the new location D Working with files and folders gt To move a file or folder to another folder 1 N o oo ff CO Locate the file or folder you want to move For more information see Viewing drives on page 51 and Searching for files on page 59 Right click press the right touchpad button the file or folder that you want to move A pop up menu opens on the desktop Click Cut on the pop up menu Open the destination folder With the pointer inside the destination folder right click Click Paste The file or folder you moved appears in its new location and is removed from its old location Help and For more information about copying files and folders or Support moving files and folders in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Q Type the keyword copying files and folders or moving files and folders in the HelpS
124. lem that can cause the modem to connect at a slower rate abort downloads or even disconnect The faster the modem the less line noise it can tolerate and still work correctly Listen to the line using your telephone Dial a single number such as 1 When the dial tone stops listen for line noise Wiggle the modem cable to see if that makes a difference Make sure that the connectors are free from corrosion and all screws in the wall or telephone wall jack are secure You can also call your telephone service and have the telephone line checked for noise or low line levels m Try another telephone line either a different telephone number in your house or a telephone line at a different location If you can connect on this line call your telephone service m Try connecting with the modem at a lower connection speed If reducing the connect speed lets you connect call your telephone service The telephone line may be too noisy You cannot connect to the Internet m ThelSP may behaving technical difficulties Contact your ISP for technical support m Seeif the modem works with a different communications program The problem may be with just one program Your 56K modem does not connect at 56K Current FCC regulations restrict actual data transfer rates over public telephone lines to 53K Other factors such as line noise telephone service provider equipment or ISP limitations may lower the speed even further 232 Troubleshooting
125. lick Yes 186 www gateway com Managing hard drive space Help and For more information about keeping the hard drive space Support free of unnecessary files in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support O Type the keyword disk cleanup in the HelpSpot Search bOX search IEJ then click the arrow Checking the hard drive for errors The Error checking program examines the hard drive for physical flaws and file and folder problems This program corrects file and folder problems and marks flawed areas on the hard drive so that Windows does not use them If you use your computer several hours every day you probably want to run Error checking once a week If you use your computer less frequently once a month may be adequate Also use Error checking if you encounter hard drive problems gt To check the hard drive for errors 1 Click Start then click My Computer The My Computer window opens 2 Right click the hard drive that you want to check for errors for example Local Disk C then click Properties The Properties dialog box opens teway com 187 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer 188 3 Click the Tools tab eisg mima amp Pins oper odd drap uri er eem hun imupaine 4 Click Check Now 5 Click the options you want to use then click Start For help press F1 Windowschecksthe drivefor errors This process may take several minutes After Windows has finished checking the drive for erro
126. md Ben im io mr chch Atim Bock bo cect a ia ce Ta mp en Laon Lined Tisa 1 1 Fis msa TIIN Aeraing nde biy Looe ga a curii ks miga pets hpa sach mcpat r ioman abea and Pan rhrk Addio abi ee scga hi dba hr ed V ac race 4 55214 58 54 1 SSMS SEI 6 When you have entered all your recipients click Next The Preparing the Cover Page screen opens www gateway com 115 Chapter 7 Sending and Receiving Faxes 7 Click the arrow to open the Cover page template then click the cover page template you want to use 8 Type the subject text in the Subject line area 9 Typethe message text in the Note area then click Next The Schedule screen opens 10 Select when you want to send the fax and a priority for the fax then click Next The Completing the Send Fax Wizard screen opens 11 Click Finish Setting up your cover page template You can create your own cover page template that you can use in place of the cover page templates that Microsoft Fax provides for you To create a cover page template you use the Fax Cover Page Editor On this template you insert information fields that automatically import values you enter in both the Send Fax Wizard and the Fax Configuration Wizard when you send your fax gt To set up your fax cover page template 116 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories Communications Fax then click Fax Cover Page Editor The Cover Page Fax Cover Page Editor opens If the Co
127. n Using MusicMatch Changing the music library display settings gt To change the music library display settings 1 In MusicMatch click Options then click Settings The Settings dialog box opens 2 Click the Music Library tab mmm 1 Paw Park Perie Voz iry 20 oua reep nT xj 4 8 4 4d i r7 Titia CIJE tag efr sut Pr pic d m impe sara Dira nga ere gea a oid ee zn La Jl Gee J H 3 Click the categories that you want to display in the columns then click OK www gateway com 95 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia Listening to Internet radio gt To listen to an Internet radio station 1 Connect to the Internet then open MusicMatch hy Sutios ci Faon taara Tag Ht Age match Bariku aii sain jai eras dtd hemp uf p Fim Some Eu GY Tene fists x Caecus Count t i Damea Lega eTe Era Simona t Lear Fis 1g Pardi Sang Sabon fa Cem eda n JES Fugen CE SM ring L gt Broadcasr Sorbonne 3 To select one of the MusicMatch Internet radio stations click one of the Popular Stations MusicMatch connects to the station and plays the audio OR To play another Internet radio station click Broadcast Stations the appropriate category in the Station Selector the radio station then click play MusicMatch connects to the station and plays the audio 96 www gateway com Using a recordable drive Using advanced features You can also use MusicMatch to c
128. n Video screen 2 Click File then click Open The Open dialog box opens Important If the menu bar does not appear click the show menu l bar e button 88 www gateway com Using MusicMatch 3 Click the file you want to play then click Open 4 Play the file by clicking play then stop playing the file by clicking m stop D Help and For more information about playing audio and video using Support the Windows Media Player in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Q Type the keyword Media Player in the HelpSpot Search DOX Search fy then click the arrow Using MusicMatch Using MusicMatch you can Play music CDs Create MP3 music files from your music CDs Edit music track information Use your music files to build a music library Listen to Internet Radio For more information on using MusicMatch see its online help Playing CDs You can use the MusicMatch program to play music CDs Important Some music CDs have copy protection software You may l not be able to play these CDs on your computer 89 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia gt To play a music CD 1 Insert the music CD into the CD or DVD drive on your computer The first time you insert a music CD the Audio CD dialog box opens Awdis CO lh whiny adik o connect a civica ea the 89 hus co wiht doo sani endows boda e Pus ida Cf Muda CTI B M MUSIEMATCH Jab can peskorm ihe teme oboe each Fines anu i
129. n is only available F11 in some programs Pause Stop the currently running DOS program This function is only F12 available in some programs Break Increase the brightness of the display t A 74 28 Press and hold FN while pressing this system key a Using the keyboard To Decrease the brightness of the display Mute the sound Press the key combination again to restore the sound For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 81 Increase volume For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 81 Decrease volume For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 81 www gateway com 29 Chapter 2 Getting Started Multi function buttons Press the multi function buttons to open programs you assign to them For more information see Programming the multi function buttons on page 152 Internet Help E mail User defined shortcut Button Icon Press to E mail 54 Open your e mail program Internet Qe Open your Web browser Help 2 Open online help User defined shortcut Oo Open the program you assign to this key CN 30 www gateway com Using the EZ Pad touchpad Using the EZ Pad touchpad The EZ Pad consists of a touchpad two buttons and a rocker switch Touchpad Left Rocker Right touchpad switch touchpad button button www gateway com 31 Chapter 2 Getting Started When you move your finger on the touchpad
130. n the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol can of air with a narrow straw like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys If you spill liquid on the keyboard turn off your computer and turn the unit upside down Let the liquid drain then let the keyboard dry before trying to use it again If the keyboard does not work after it dries you may need to replace it Cleaning the computer screen Use a soft cloth and water to clean the computer screen Squirt a little water on the cloth never directly on the screen and wipe the screen with the cloth Caution The computer screen is made of specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive or AN ammonia based glass cleaners Cleaning the mouse 194 If you have a mouse and the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer screen or becomes difficult to control precisely cleaning the mouse will likely improve its accuracy Help and For a video tutorial about cleaning the mouse in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword Video tutorials in the HelpSpot Search bOX search fy then click the arrow Click Cleaning the mouse Clean your optical mouse by wiping the bottom of the mouse with a damp lint free cloth Cleaning your computer gt To clean your trackball mouse 1 Turn the mouse upside down 2 Rotate the retaining ring on the bottom of the mouse counter clockwise then remove the re
131. nce such as televisions unshielded speakers microwaves fluorescent lights and metal beams or shelves 226 Troubleshooting The display has pixels that are always dark or too bright m This condition is normal and inherent in the TFT technology used in active matrix LCD screens Gateway s inspection standards keep these to a minimum If you feel these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on your display contact Gateway Technical Support to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of pixels affected File management A file was accidentally deleted If a file was deleted in Windows while holding down the Suirr key the file cannot be restored gt To restore deleted files 1 Doubleclick the Recycle Bin icon 2 Right click the file you want to restore then click Restore The file is restored to the place where it was originally deleted from If the Recycle Bin was emptied before you tried to restore a file the file cannot be restored Help and For more information about restoring deleted files in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword System Restorein the HelpSpot Search bOX Search E then click the arrow Hard drive You see an Insufficient disk space error message m Delete unnecessary files from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup For more information see Using Disk Cleanup on page 186 m Empty the Recycle Bin by right cl
132. nd safety requirements The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users satisfaction Before installing this equipment users should make sure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection In some cases the inside wiring associated with a single lineindividual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of servicein some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may givethe telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should make sure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephonelines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas Warning To avoid electrical shock or equipment malfunction do not attempt to make electrical ground connections by yourself D Contact the appropriate inspection authority or an electrician as appropriate The Ringer Equivalence Number REN assigned to each terminal device pro
133. net zz land of liec E D pari kdir i veea ier 8 Take mi dedican 7 fron DL DIT TI oe tore 2 Click Play Audio CD using MUSICMATCH Jukebox then click OK MusicM atch opens the CD begins playing and the names of the music tracks appear in the playlist area 90 www gateway com Using MusicMatch Creating MP3 music files Using MusicMatch you can copy thetracks from a music CD to your computer s hard drive as MP3 files MP3 MPEG Layer 3 is a standard for digitally compressing high fidelity music into compact files without noticeably sacrificing quality MP3 files end in the file extension MP3 Important Some music CDs have copy protection software You l cannot copy tracks from these CDs B To create rip MP3 files 1 Insert a music CD into your CD or DVD drive 2 If an Audio CD dialog box opens click Play Audio CD using MUSICMATCH Jukebox then click OK The MusicMatch window opens OR If a dialog box does not open click Start All Programs MusicMatch then click MusicMatch Jukebox The MusicMatch window opens Record www gateway com 91 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia 3 Click the record button The Recorder window opens REC Track list 4 Click to clear the check box for any track you do not want to record rip 5 Click REC 6 When amessage appearsthat tells you the CD driveneedsto be configured click OK 92 www gateway com Using MusicMatch Editing track information After
134. nformation on the diskette will be erased 5 When you seethe warning message click OK Windows copies files to the emergency startup diskette 180 www gateway com Creating an emergency startup diskette 6 When Windows finishes copying files remove the diskette from the diskette drive 7 Slide the write protect tab up to prevent the diskette from being erased or infected by viruses POSSE LL Not write Write protected protected 8 Store your emergency startup diskette in a safe place with your other backup software media www gateway com 181 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer Protecting your computer from viruses 182 A virus is a program that attaches itself to a file on a computer then spreads from onecomputer to another Viruses can damage data or cause your computer to malfunction Some viruses go undetected for a period of time because they are activated on a certain date Protect your computer from a virus by m Using the Norton AntiVirus program to check files and programs that are on diskettes attached to e mail messages or downloaded from the Internet m Checking all programs for viruses before installing them Disabling macros on suspicious Microsoft Word and Excel files These programs will warn you if a document that you are opening contains a macro that might have a virus m Periodically updating the Norton AntiVirus program to protect against the latest viruses Help and For more
135. nical Support for additional information In order to comply with FCC requirements this transmitter must not be operated or co located in conjunction with any other transmitter or antenna installed in the notebook www gateway com United States of America Federal Communications Commission FCC Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Low power Radio LAN type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operatingin the 2 4 GHz Band may be present embedded in your notebook system This section isonly applicableif these devices are present Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices Wireless devicesthat may bein your system areonly qualified for usein theUnited States of America if an FCC ID number is on the system label TheFCC hasset a general guideline of 20 cm 8 inches separation between the device and the body for use of a wireless device near the body this does not include extremities This device should be used morethan 20 cm 8 inches from the body when wireless devices are on The power output of the wireless device or devices which may be embedded in your notebook is well below the RF exposure limits as set by the FCC Operation of this deviceis subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Warnin
136. nnect to the Internet m Makesurethat the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack See Left side on page 3 to make sure that the connections have been made correctly 228 Troubleshooting m Make sure that your notebook is connected to the telephone line and the telephone line has a dial tone m If you havethecall waiting feature on your telephone line make sure that it is disabled m Makesurethat you are not using a digital rollover or PBX line Theselines do not work with your modem m Make sure that your account with your Internet service provider ISP is set up correctly Contact your ISP technical support for help m Make sure that you do not have a problem with your modem For more information see Modem on page 231 Help and For more information about troubleshooting Internet Support connections in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Q Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in the HelpSpot Search box sssrch IEJ then click the arrow You see an Unable to locate host message and are unable to browse the Internet This problem can occur when you havetyped a URL Web address incorrectly you have lost your Internet connection or your ISP is having technical difficulties Double check the URL or try a different URL If the error message still appears disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser then reconnect and open the browser If you
137. notebook Identify the status indicators Use the keyboard Use the EZ Pad touchpad Connect the modem Connect to an Ethernet network Install peripheral devices 17 Chapter 2 Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can run your notebook using an AC adapter or the notebook battery The battery was shipped to you partially charged You should use the AC adapter right away to fully charge the battery Allow 24 hours for the battery to fully charge Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use your notebook on battery power for the first time the battery life may be much shorter than you expect If the battery life seems short even after being charged for 24 hours the battery may need to be recalibrated For information see Recalibrating the battery on page 124 gt To connect the AC adapter 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter Warning Make sure that you use the AC adapter that came with your notebook D Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged The replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook may be damaged 18 www gateway com Connecting the AC adapter 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook s power connector 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet The battery charge indicator turns on see Front on page 2 for the location of the battery charge indicator If the battery charge indicator does not turn
138. o to Step 2 OR If your notebook is on and is not plugged into an AC outlet save your work and turn off the notebook 2 Close the LCD pane 3 Turn your notebook over so that the bottom is facing up W gateway com 125 Chapter 8 Managing Power 4 Slide the battery release latch and lift the battery out of the bay 5 Place a recharged battery into the bay and press down until it snaps into place 6 Turn your notebook over 7 Open the LCD pane and press the power button 126 www gateway com Extending battery life Extending battery life Conserving battery power While using the battery to power your notebook conserve power by m Dimming the display as low as is comfortable m Removing PC Cards when you do not need them Many PC Cards use a small amount of power while inserted even if they are not being used m Modifying the power management settings for maximum power savings For more information see Changing power settings on page 129 m ClosingtheLCD panel to turn off thedisplay while you are not using your notebook The display stays off until you open the panel again m Using Hibernate mode for maximum power savings while your notebook is not in use For more information see Activating and using Hibernate mode on page 133 m UsingtheCD DVD or recordable drive only when necessary These drives use a large amount of power m Recharge the battery often take an extra battery and fully recharg
139. o try sending your fax if the receiving fax machine is busy Important Fax is automatically set up to retry three times at ten l minute intervals gt To automatically retry sending a fax 1 2 o 01 CO Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Printers and Other Hardware Click View installed printers or fax printers The Printers and Faxes window opens OR If your Control Panel isin Classic View double click the Printers and Faxes icon The Printers and Faxes window opens Right click Fax then click Properties The Fax Properties dialog box opens Click the Devices tab then click Properties The Modem dialog box opens Specify the number of retries and the amount of time between retries Click OK D 119 Chapter 7 Sending and Receiving Faxes Automatically cancelling a fax If your computer tried to send a fax and failed to connect to a fax machine you can automatically cancel a failed fax gt To automatically cancel a failed fax 120 1 2 o 01 CO Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel isin Category View click Printers and Other Hardware Click View installed printers or fax printers The Printers and Faxes window opens OR If your Control Panel isin Classic View double click the Printers and Faxes icon The Printers and Faxes window opens Right
140. o use When you switch between user accounts any programs that were running for the previous user continue to run 154 www gateway com Networking Your 1l Computer Connecting your home small office or home office computers lets you share drives printers and a single Internet connection among the connected computers Read this chapter to learn about m Benefits of using anetwork in your home small office or home office m Types of network connections m Purchasing additional network equipment m installing and configuring your notebook for Ethernet networking m Turning wireless Ethernet on and off 155 Chapter 11 Networking Your Computer Benefits of networking A network lets you m Share a single Internet connection m Share computer drives m Share peripheral devices m Stream audio and video files m Play multi player games Sharing a single Internet connection Each computer that is connected to the network can share the same broadband connection or modem and telephone line and access the Internet at the same time This saves on the cost of installing another telephone line for your second computer and paying for a second Internet service provider ISP account Help and For more information about sharing an Internet connection Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword internet sharing in the HelpSpot Search box Search EJ then click the arrow Sharing drives With
141. odie ey 400 Notebook Customizing Troubleshooting Contents 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 1 Een ETE 2 beft sIde oss eue SERRA em VR eee e 3 Right Side e Ree LER QE ERUDITI NOUS GER 5 rl 6 sl GM EE 7 Keyboard arga cde eire evant oeste eem ive OA eae dn nw 9 Identifying your model 0 0 cee Ih 11 Gateway model number 00000 c cece tees 11 Gateway serial number 0000 cece e 11 Internal wireless label 0 0 0 0 0c cect tae 12 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 0 000 c cee eee 12 Finding your specifications eee 13 ACCOSSOLTI S zt Cie heats ERI NER E Ue dg PRO NUI Beale Oe PARTE 15 2 Getting Started aa ooo re eene Pe xk an gc cen cete riis 17 Connecting the AC adapter 0 00 cect es 18 Protecting from power source problems 2222000 ce eee eeee 20 Starting your notebook 0 0 ccc tenes 21 Waking up your notebook 0 cee tee 22 Turning off your notebook 2 0 0 ee eee 22 Restarting rebooting your notebook 00 0c eee eee 23 Stat s indicators ee Pl eee eda ee du nee e e lin 24 Using the keyboard ereda e A e E a 26 Key types ic gre O A we he eT ted ee a 27 System key combinations asusa aaaeeeaa 28 Multi function buttons 2 0 0 0 eae 30 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 0 eae 31 Using the touchpad
142. older click Show the contents of this drive or Show the contents of this folder 4 Click File New then click Folder The new folder is created 5 Typeaname for thefolder then press ENTER The new folder name appears by the folder icon Help and For more information about creating files and folders in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword creating files and folders in the HelpSpot Search box sesch JE then click the arrow For information about renaming folders see Shortcuts on page 66 teway com 53 Chapter 4 Windows Basics Copying and moving files and folders Theskills you need to copy and move files are called copying cutting and pasting When you copy and paste a file or folder you place a copy of the file or folder on the Windows clipboard which temporarily stores it Then when you decide what folder you want the copy to go in the destination folder you paste it there When you cut and paste a file or folder you remove the file or folder from its original location and place the file or folder on the Windows clipboard When you decide where you want the file or folder to go you paste it there Important The clipboard stores whatever you cut or copy until you cut or copy again Then the clipboard contains the new information only Therefore you can paste copies of a file or folder into more than one place but as soon as you copy or cut a different file or fo
143. ome reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer option in Windows to turn off your notebook press and hold the power button for about five seconds then release it 22 Restarting rebooting your notebook Restarting rebooting your notebook If your notebook does not respond to keyboard or touchpad input you may have to close programs that are not responding If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation you may have to restart reboot your notebook gt To close unresponsive programs and restart your notebook 1 Press CTRL ALT DEL A window opens that lets you close a program that is not responding 2 Click the program that is not responding 3 Close the program by clicking End Task 4 If your notebook does not respond turn it off wait ten seconds and turn it on again Important If your notebook does not turn off immediately complete the following steps until the notebook turns off 1 Press and hold the power button for about five seconds then release it 2 Insert a straightened paper clip into the reset hole on the bottom of your notebook 3 Remove AC power and the battery for more than 10 seconds As a part of the regular startup process a program to check the disk status runs automatically When the checks are finished Windows starts D Chapter 2 Getting Started Status indicators Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button ha
144. ommercial aircraft Current aviation D regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane IEEE 802 11a and IEEE 802 11b communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication gt To turn wireless Ethernet on or off 1 Click Start then click Control Panel TheC ontrol Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Network and Internet Connections The Network and Internet Connections window opens 2 Click Double click Network Connections The Network Connections window opens 3 Right click Wireless Network Connection then click Enable to turn on wireless Ethernet or click Disable to turn off wireless Ethernet n 167 Chapter 11 Networking Your Computer 168 www gateway com Moving from Your Old Computer If your new computer isreplacing an old computer you may have personal data files Internet settings a printer or other peripheral devices and other unique computer settings that you want to move from your old computer to your new one Read this chapter to learn about Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Transferring files Transferring Internet settings Installing your old printer or scanner Installing your old programs 169 Chapter 12 Moving from Your Old Computer Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard If your new computer is running Windows XP you can move your data files an
145. on unplug the adapter from your notebook then plug it back in 4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time turn your notebook off and leave your notebook connected to AC power for at least 24 hours 5 To check the battery charge with the notebook on double click the power cord icon ka or battery icon in the taskbar The Power Meter dialog box opens For more information about the power meter on your notebook see Monitoring the battery charge on page 122 If the power meter does not show a full charge after 24 hours contact Gateway Technical Support at www gateway com support contact Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter The AC adapter has no user replaceable or user serviceable parts inside The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters www gateway com 19 Chapter 2 Getting Started Protecting from power source problems 20 During a power surge the voltage level of electricity coming into your notebook can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage Protect your notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from reaching your notebook Warning High voltages can enter your notebook through both the power cord and the modem connection Protect your D notebook by using a surge protector If you ha
146. onal product information and online documentation for Gateway supplied hardware can be found in our Web sites Documentation Library m This user s guide m The software publisher s Web site Help and For more how to information about Windows XP click Support Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword practice in the HelpSpot Search box Search IEJ then click the arrow Tutoring For help on using hardware or softwarethat came with your Gateway notebook contact Gateway s fee based tutorial hotline m 800 229 1103 rate charged per minute charged to a major credit card m 900 555 4695 rate charged per minute charged to your telephone bill 243 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Training Gateway provides the following in person and computerized training Resource In Store Training at Gateway stores Gateway Learning Libraries Online Training from Learn Gateway 244 Service description Our friendly and knowledgeable software trainers can teach you how to use the Internet and the most popular software programs including Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint A variety of courses and tutorials are available on CD Select from several easy to use learning libraries More than 450 online courses are available from Learn Gateway All you have to do is go online and log in You select the subject matter and the learning format self paced tutorials or virtual classrooms all from the comfort of your not
147. one line then check for a dial tone by plugging a working telephone into the telephone wall jack m If you have additional telephone services such as call waiting call messaging or voice mail make sure that all messages are cleared and call waiting is disabled before using the modem Contact your telephone serviceto get the correct codeto temporarily disablethe service Also make sure that the modem dialing properties are set appropriately gt To check the dialing properties 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Printers and Other Hardware 2 Click Double click the Phone and Modem Options icon then click the Dialing Rules tab 3 Click the location from which you are dialing then click Edit 4 Make sure that all settings are correct 231 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Help and For more information about dialing properties in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword dialing in the HelpSpot Search box Search gJ then click the arrow m Disconnect any answering machine fax machine or printer that ison the same line as the modem Do not connect these devices to the same telephone line as the modem m Makesurethat you arenot using a digital rollover or PBX line Theselines do not work with your modem m Check for line noise scratchy crackling or popping sounds Line noise is a common prob
148. opens slightly pull the disc tray completely open 2 Placethediscin thetray with thelabel facing up then press down carefully on the disc until it snaps into place Important When you place a single sided disc in the tray make sure that the label side is facing up If the disc has two playable sides place the disc so that the name of the side you want to play is facing up 3 Push the tray in until it is closed 80 www gateway com Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume You can use the volume controls to adjust the overall volume and the volume of specific sound devices in your computer gt To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls m If you are using external speakers turn the knob on the front of the speakers OR Use the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard For more information see System key combinations on page 28 gt To adjust the overall volume level from Windows 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Sounds Speech and Audio Devices 2 Click Double click the Adjust the system volume or Sounds and Audio Devices The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens www gateway com 81 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia 3 Click the Volume tab founds and iu fis Devices roari oo er amk Ahi view Skene Lain Pepe ete aieo e Hm
149. ort tool to help you diagnose and fix problems m PC Doctor isa comprehensive hardware diagnostic and system information tool that can test your notebook and determine its configuration PC Doctor provides 85 professional diagnostic tests directly from your notebook This support tool is available from HelpSpot or by clicking Start All Programs then clicking Gateway Utilities 221 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting CD or DVD drives Your notebook does not recognize a disc or the drive 222 The disc may not be correctly seated in the tray When you place a disc on the tray make sure that you press the disc firmly onto the spindle so that the retainers hold the disc in place Make sure that the disc label is facing up then try again m f you are trying to play a DVD make sure that you have a DVD drive See Identifying drive types on page 79 for more information Try a different disc Occasionally discs are flawed and cannot be read by the drive Some music CDs have copy protection software You may not be able to play these CDs on your notebook Your notebook may be experiencing some temporary memory problems Shut down and restart your notebook Clean the disc For more information see Cleaning CDs or DVDs on page 224 An audio CD does not produce sound Make sure that the CD label is facing up then try again Make sure that the volume control on your notebook is turned up For more informat
150. our computer Select 2 Boot from CD ROM Select a language option oh WON Select 1 Delete all files Automated Fdisk Format W gateway com 205 Chapter 14 Restoring Software 206 O OONO l 13 14 15 16 17 Select 1 Continue deleting all files and restart When prompted press any key to continue Select 2 Boot from CD ROM Select a language option Select 2 Automated installation of Windows XP When prompted remove the red Gateway CD and insert the blue Operating System CD into the CD DVD or recordable drive then press any key to continue When prompted accept the License Agreement by pressing Y Wait while the setup program copies files to your hard drive When your computer restarts do NOT press any key to boot from CD When prompted insert the red Gateway CD then click Continue The Gateway Application Loader automatically installs your drivers and programs Your computer restarts several times during this process Do not press any keys or buttons during this process unless prompted to do so When the Gateway Application Loader has finished go to the Windows desktop by clicking OK Install additional programs by following the instructions in Reinstalling programs on page 203 Install other software such asMicrosoft Works Suite and gaming software by followingtheinstructionsin To reinstall Works Suite including Word games or other programs from a CD on page 204
151. our computer follow the on screen instructions s Help and For more information about updating device drivers in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword updating drivers in the HelpSpot Search box search gJ then click the arrow Reinstalling programs Reinstalling programs If you have problems running a program or if you have reinstalled your operating system you can reinstall programs from the red Gateway CD and other program CDs If you are reinstalling programs from other program CDs follow the installation instructions on each CD If you want to reinstall a program uninstall the old version first gt To reinstall programs from the red Gateway CD 1 If you just reinstalled Windows go to Step 4 Otherwise go to the next step 2 Click Start Control Panel then click Add or Remove Programs 3 In the Currently Installed Programs list click the program you want to uninstall then click Change Remove and follow the on screen instructions 4 Insert the red Gateway CD into the CD DVD or recordable drive If the program starts automatically go to Step 8 OR If the program does not start automatically go to Step 5 5 Click Start then click Run The Run dialog box opens 6 In the Open text box type dA runmenu exe where d is the drive letter of your CD DVD or recordable drive 7 Click OK 8 If this is the first time you have inserted the red Gateway CD accept the
152. our desktop computers if your computers do not already have built in Ethernet jacks m Install an Ethernet PC Card in each of your notebooks if your notebooks do not already have built in Ethernet jacks m install an Ethernet router switch or hub Tips amp Tricks If you are connecting just two computers you can eliminate the router switch or hub and use a special crossover J cable 159 Chapter 11 Networking Your Computer Example wired Ethernet network The following isan example of a wired Ethernet network The network is made up of arouter a cable or DSL modem your computers and cables connecting each of these components The router is the central control point for the network Attached to the router are all of your computers or Ethernet ready devices Also connected to the router is a cable or DSL modem that provides access to the Internet ua Cable DSL modem Tips amp Tricks To add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to your wired Ethernet network connect an access point to the router switch or hub For more information about accessing a wireless Ethernet see Using a wireless Ethernet network on page 162 160 www gateway com Using a wired Ethernet network Equipment you need for a wired Ethernet network For a wired Ethernet network you need m An Ethernet jack on each desktop computer and notebook OR An Ethernet card installed in each desktop computer OR An Etherne
153. permanently deleted The file or folder is not stored in the Recycle Bin Click the file or folder press F2 type the new name then press ENTER Press ALT F4 Press ALT TAB Help and Support For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword Windows keyboard shortcuts in the HelpSpot Search box IE then click the arrow 66 www gateway com Using the Internet This chapter provides information about the Internet and the World Wide Web Read this chapter to learn how to m Set up and access an Internet account using America Online m Connect to a Web site using a browser Download files from the Internet m Send and receive email using America Online 67 Chapter 5 Using the Internet Learning about the Internet The Internet is a worldwide network of computers linked together to provide information to people everywhere The two most popular services on the Internet are e mail and the World Wide Web You can access this network by connecting your computer to a telephone DSL Digital Subscriber Line or cable line and signing up with an Internet service provider ISP Cable and DSL modems a connection known as broadband use your TV cable or special telephone lines to connect to your ISP and access the Internet Cable and DSL modems connect to your computer through an Ethernet jack and provide a faster connection spee
154. place it A keyboard character keeps repeating or you see a Keyboard stuck or Key failure error message m Make sure that nothing is resting on the keyboard m Makesurethat a key is not stuck Press each key to loosen a key that might be stuck then restart your notebook Memory You see a Memory error message m Makesurethat the memory modules are inserted correctly in the memory bay slot For more information see Adding or replacing memory on page 212 m UsePC Doctor or a third party diagnostic program to help determine if a memory moduleisfailing For moreinformation see Addingor replacing memory on page 212 230 Troubleshooting You see a Not enough memory error message m Close all programs then restart your notebook Help and For more information about troubleshooting memory errors Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword memory error in the HelpSpot Search DOX search EJ then click the arrow Modem Your modem does not dial or does not connect m Make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack See Left side on page 3 to make sure that the connections have been made correctly m Makesurethat your notebook is connected to the telephone line and the telephone line has a dial tone Make sure that the modem cable is less than 6 feet 1 8 meters long m Remove any line splitters or surge protectors from your teleph
155. pleting the setup you are ready to access the Internet gt To set up an Internet account with America Online 1 Click Start All Programs then click America Online 2 Follow the on screen instructions After setting up your account you can connect to the Internet and access your e mail services n 69 Chapter 5 Using the Internet Accessing your Internet account gt To connect to your America Online Internet account 1 Click Start All Programs then click America Online 2 Complete the member name and password information then click Connect Your computer dialsthe Internet account telephone number After connecting the Welcome window opens If you are using a service other than America Online check with your ISP for the correct procedure for connecting gt To disconnect from your America Online Internet account m Click X in the top right corner of the America Online window Your computer disconnects from the Internet Important Make sure that your computer disconnects correctly from your Internet account If you do not have an unlimited hours ISP account you may have to pay for the time that you are connected even if you are not at your computer If you are using a service other than America Online check with your ISP for the correct procedure for disconnecting Help and For general information about using Internet accounts in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Suppo
156. plication key 27 arrow keys 27 AU file 88 audio headphone jack 4 microphone jack 4 muting 29 82 playing 84 86 88 recording 86 troubleshooting 239 audio CD adding tracks to your library 94 cleaning 224 copying 105 creating music CDs 97 101 editing track information 93 inserting 80 playing 84 89 troubleshooting 222 audio file streaming 157 automobile power adapter 15 127 AVI file 88 B background 146 backing up files 191 battery 15 alarm options 129 131 bay 8 125 changing 125 charge indicator 2 19 122 charge status 122 conserving power 127 installing 125 managing power 127 monitoring charge 122 recalibrating 124 recharging 18 123 release latch 8 replacing 125 bays battery 8 125 hard drive 7 217 memory 8 212 mini PCI 7 BIOS Setup utility 124 138 Bluetooth using while traveling 136 break system key 28 brightness system key 28 29 broadband Internet connection 36 68 156 browsing for files and folders 57 C cable lock notebook 6 257 using while traveling 137 cable modem 36 68 160 163 camera See digital camera See digital video camera Caps Lock indicator 25 capturing video 109 cards adding PC Card 208 eject button 4 209 inserting PC Card 208 installing 208 reinstalling 208 removing PC Card 209 replacing 208 slots 3 208 troubleshooting 236 carrying case 15 CD adding tracks to your library 94 cleaning 224 copying 105 creating data CD 97 creating music CDs 97 101
157. pot Search box Search then click the arrow www gateway com 55 Chapter 4 Windows Basics Deleting files and folders When you throw away paper files and folders you take them from the file cabinet and put them in a trash can Eventually the trash can is emptied In Windows you throw away files and folders by first moving them to the Windows trash can called the Recycle Bin where they remain until you decide to empty the bin You can recover any file in the Recycle Bin as long as the bin has not been emptied gt To delete files or folders 1 In My Computer or Windows Explorer click the files or folders that you want to delete For instructions on how to select multiple files and folders see Shortcuts on page 66 If you cannot find thefile you want to delete see Searching for files on page 59 2 Click File then click Delete Windows moves the files and folders to the Recycle Bin Help and For more information about deleting files and folders in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword deleting files and folders in the HelpSpot Search box search EJ then click the arrow gt To recover files or folders from the Recycle Bin 1 Double click the Recycle Bin icon The Recycle Bin window opens and lists the files and folders you have thrown away since you last emptied it 2 Click the files or folders that you want to restore For instructions on how to select multipl
158. r more information see Using a recordable drive on page 97 If you do not have a high capacity backup device and you want to purchase one you can contact Gateway s Add on Sales department or visit our Web site at www gateway com Help and For more information about backing up files in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword saving filesin the HelpSpot Search box Search JEJ then click the arrow 191 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer Using the Scheduled Task Wizard The Scheduled Task Wizard lets you schedule maintenance tasks such as running Disk Defragmenter and Error checking gt To start the Scheduled Task Wizard Click Start All Programs Accessories System Tools then click Scheduled Tasks The Scheduled Tasks window opens 2 Doubleclick the Add Scheduled Task icon The Scheduled Task Wizard opens Scheduled Task Wirard That raed Petipa pou 3cbundula a tack ba fanden perm ou alert tha piagam pou eel arsed ban andher schedule id hora porearea me Dich Hei iecore 3 Click Next then click the task or program you want to schedule and follow the on screen instructions to customize the task Important Your computer must be on during scheduled tasks If your l computer is off scheduled tasks will not run s 192 www gateway com Cleaning your computer Help and For more information about using the Scheduled Tasks Support Wizard in Window
159. reate your own music CDs and to download MP3 files to your portable MP3 player For more information see the MusicMatch online help Using a recordable drive You can use your CD RW or DVD CD RW drive to create data CDs music CDs or copies of CDs For more information about your drive s capabilities see Identifying drive types on page 79 Creating data CDs Use Roxio Easy CD Creator to create data CDs Data CDs are ideal for backing up important files such as tax records letters M P3s digital movies or photos For information on creating music CDs see Creating music CDs on page 101 Important We recommend that you do not use your computer for l other tasks while creating CDs Important If you record copyrighted material on a CD you need permission from the copyright owner Otherwise you may be violating copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other remedies If you are uncertain about your rights contact your legal advisor 97 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia gt To create a data CD 1 Insert a blank writable CD into your recordable CD drive 2 IfaCD Drivedialog box opens click Create a CD using Roxio Easy CD Creator then click OK The Select a Project window opens OR If adialog box does not open click Start All Programs Roxio Easy CD Creator then click Project Selector The Select a Project window opens Hm eta mad rer vae oid peer ua CD make a data CD dataCD proj
160. removing a PC Card on page 208 gt To connect to a wired Ethernet network 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack aa on the left side of your notebook 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a network jack Ask your network administrator to help you select the correct network jack www gateway com 35 Chapter 2 Getting Started Broadband Internet connections You can use your notebook s Ethernet jack for morethan just networking Many broadband Internet connections such as cable modems and DSL modems connect to your notebook s Ethernet jack For more information see Using the Internet on page 67 and Networking Your Computer on page 155 Installing a printer scanner or other peripheral device 36 Important Before you install a printer scanner or other peripheral device see the device documentation and installation F instructions Your computer has one or more of the following ports IEEE 1394 also known as Firewire or i Link Universal Serial Bus USB and parallel You use these ports to connect peripheral devices such as printers scanners and digital cameras to your computer For more information about port locations see Checking Out Your Gateway 400 on page 1 IEEE 1394 and USB ports support plug and play and hot swapping which means that your computer will usually recognize such a device whenever you plug it into the appropriate port When you use an IE
161. rmation about restoring your computer s previous Support settings in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword System Restorein the HelpSpot Search DOX Search EJ then click the arrow Installing a USB printer or scanner USB devices may have special installation instructions See your USB device s installation guide 174 Installing your old printer or scanner Installing a parallel port printer You can usually install parallel port printers by following these steps gt To install your old printer 1 Shut down and turn off your computer 2 Connect your parallel port printer 3 Turn on your printer then turn on your computer 4 If Windows detects your printer install your printer by following the on screen instructions You are finished OR If Windows does not detect the printer go to the next step 5 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Printers and Other Hardware 6 Click Double click the Printers and Faxes or Printers icon then click Add a printer or Add Printer The Add Printer wizard opens f Install your printer by following the on screen instructions n Help and For more information about installing a printer in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword installing a printer in the HelpSpot Search box sesch fy then click the arrow See your peripheral
162. rs it provides a summary of the problems that it found 6 Correct any problems that are found by following the on screen instructions f Click OK Help and For more information about checking the hard drive for Support errors in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword checking for disk errors in the HelpSpot Search box search JE then click the arrow www gateway com Managing hard drive space Defragmenting the hard drive When working with files sometimes Windows divides the file information into pieces and stores them in different places on the hard drive This is called fragmentation and it is normal In order for your computer to use a file Windows must search for the pieces of the file and put them back together This process slows the hard drive performance The Disk Defragmenter program organizes the data on the drive so that each file is stored as one unit rather than as multiple pieces scattered across different areas of the drive Defragmenting the information stored on the drive can improve hard drive performance While the Disk Defragmenter program is running do not use your keyboard or touchpad because using them may continuously stop and restart the defragmenting process Also if you are connected to a network log off before starting Disk Defragmenter Network communication may stop the defragmentation process and cause it to start over gt To run Disk Defragmenter 1 Click
163. rt Type the keyword ISP in the HelpSpot Search box Search IE then click the arrow 70 www gateway com Using the World Wide Web Using the World Wide Web The World Wide Web is a multimedia window to the Internet that gives you access to millions of information sources Information on the Web comes to you on Web pages which are electronic documents that you view using a Web page display program called a browser You can use any of the commercially available Web browsers like Microsoft Internet Explorer which comes installed on your new computer Netscape Navigator or the browser built into America Online Web pages can contain text animations music and other multimedia features A group of related Web pages is called a Web site You can access Web sites to shop track investments read the news download programs and much more You can explore a Web site or visit other Web sites by clicking areas on a Web page called links or hyperlinks A link may be colored or underlined text a picture or an animated image You can identify a link by moving the mouse pointer over it If the pointer changes to a hand the item is a link To learn more about using the Web browser features click Help in the menu bar Link Irem ak hema be ted eae Linked Web page www gateway com 71 Chapter 5 Using the Internet Connecting to a Web site After you set up an account with an Internet service provider ISP such as America
164. s on page 182 gt To download files or programs from a Web site 1 2 Connect to your Internet account In the address bar type the address of the Web site that contains the file or program you want to download then click GO on the browser address bar OR Click a link on a Web page to navigate to the Web site containing the file that you want to download Create or locate the folder where you want to store the file on your computer For more information see Working with files and folders on page 51 Click the link on the Web page for the file that you want to download Follow the on screen instructions for saving the file in the folder that you want A copy of the file is downloaded to your computer The time that it takes to transfer the file to your computer depends on file size and Internet conditions Open the folder that you created Install or view the downloaded file by double clicking it If applicable follow the instructions provided on the Web site to run or install the program D Help and For more information about downloading files in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword downloading files in the HelpSpot Search box search gJ then click the arrow www gateway com 73 Chapter 5 Using the Internet Using e mail E mail electronic mail lets you send messages to anyone who has an Internet connection and e mail address E mail is usually a free
165. s a mange zia CD copier CD copier 106 www gateway com Using a recordable drive 4 Move your pointer over CD copier then click CD copier The CD Copier window opens Beate fF DECOR TAE Copy 5 On the Source and Destination tab click the arrow button to open the Copy from list then click the recordable drive 6 Click thearrow button to open the Record to list then click therecordable drive 7 Click Copy CD Copier copies the information on the source CD to your hard drive prompts you to insert the blank CD then copies the information from the hard drive to the blank CD n Help and For more information about copying CDs in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword copying CDs in the HelpSpot Search bOX Search IE3 then click the arrow www gateway com 107 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia Playing a DVD A Digital Versatile Disc DVD is similar to a standard CD but has greater data capacity Because of this increased capacity full length movies several albums of music or several gigabytes of data can fit on a single disc If your computer has a DVD drive you can play DVDs with theInterVideo DVD Player program or Windows Media Player B To play a DVD 1 2 3 108 Make sure that the speakers are turned on or headphones are plugged in and that the volume is turned up Turn off your screen saver and standby timers To play a DVD using InterVideo D
166. s been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used Caps lock Diskette drive Pad lock Disc drive Scroll lock Hard drive Indicator Icon Description Hard drive The hard drive is in use The 1 44 MB diskette drive is in use Disc drive The CD DVD or recordable drive is in use Diskette drive i 24 www gateway com Indicator Caps Lock Pad Lock Scroll Lock Icon Status indicators Description Caps Lock is turned on Numeric keypad is turned on For more information see System key combinations on page 28 Scroll Lock is turned on For more information see System key combinations on page 28 www gateway com 25 Chapter 2 Getting Started Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions including shortcut keys for Windows function keys for specific system operations and the Pad Lock keys for the numeric keypad You can attach an external keyboard to the notebook using a USB port You do not need to shut down the notebook to connect a USB keyboard Function keys System keys Navigation keys Volume keys FN key Windows Numeric Application Arrowkeys LCD key keypad key brightness keys 26 www gateway com Using the keyboard Key types The keyboard has several different types of keys Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and oth
167. s your notebook model and its features Gateway Technical Support will need this information if you call for assistance FOR USE WITH SA80T 3115 OR ADP 80CB G ateway Q Gateway POUR UTILSER AVEC MODEL SA80T 3115 OR ADP 80CB INPUT 19V 4 2A model MODEL No 400SD4 num ber This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le Materiel brouilieur du Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Apparatus Claims of U S Patent Nos 4 631 603 4 577 216 4 819 098 and 4 907 093 licensed for limited viewing uses only Contains FCC ID HFSYAGDOMPCISA20R Canada X0000000000t Assembled in Taiwan TH10 CM Gateway serial number You can locate the Gateway serial number m Printed on a white sticker on the bottom or back of your notebook m Printed on the customer invoice that came with your notebook The invoice also contains your customer ID number m Displayed in HelpSpot Click Start Help and Support then click View product serial number 11 Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 Internal wireles
168. s 227 gateway your way dial up server 233 general guidelines 221 hard drive 227 Internet connection 228 232 IRQ conflict 224 keyboard 230 LCD panel 226 memory 230 modem 231 mouse 235 network 236 passwords 236 PC Cards 236 PC Doctor 221 power 237 printer 237 safety guidelines 220 screen 226 240 screen area 226 screen resolution 226 sound 239 support tool 221 video 240 Web site connection speed 229 turning off notebook 22 turning on notebook 21 23 tutoring fee based 243 U updating device drivers 201 Norton AntiVirus 184 upgrading 207 USB port 3 36 user accounts adding 153 switching 154 user defined shortcut button 30 programming button 152 V video capture 109 playing 88 108 troubleshooting 240 video camera connecting 36 109 video file streaming 157 virus 182 protecting against 73 182 removing with Norton AntiVirus 183 volume adjusting 29 81 adjusting modem 234 controls 27 81 keys 29 muting 29 81 82 W waking up notebook 22 WAV file 88 Web browser 69 71 button 30 Web page 71 Web site 71 connecting to 72 Gateway 43 window 49 close button 50 dosing 50 66 maximize button 50 menu bar 50 minimize button 50 title bar 50 Windows desktop 46 installing 205 Product Key Code 12 reinstalling 205 reinstalling device drivers 199 updating device drivers 201 Windows key 27 Windows Media Player 84 88 108 wireless connections using while traveling 136 wireless Ethernet 158 162 acces
169. s XP click Start then click Help and Support Q Type the keyword Scheduled Task Wizard in the HelpSpot Search box search E3 then click the arrow Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep your system performing at its best You may want to gather these items and put together a computer cleaning kit A soft lint free cloth An aerosol can of air that has a narrow straw like extension Isopropyl alcohol Cotton swabs A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your computer the power turns off but some electrical current still flows through your D computer To avoid possible injury from electrical shock unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets Always turn off your computer and other peripherals then removethe battery before cleaning any components Use a damp lint free cloth to clean your computer and other parts of your system Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish on components Your computer is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case so keep the vents free of dust With your computer turned off and unplugged brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth Be careful not to drip any water into the vents Do not attempt to clean dust from the inside your computer 193 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning the keyboard You should clea
170. s ghee GW mucercreecsd Genie gpa rua ee CC My System Information um i Tasa mm eager per imm ened TTS l ee mn Liini ait ee Shah Psp dart Bei Celi Four bisi ua dead DE iL Im ed eT Seer Iamm ire P md week eh ee ee rire NULL ae ees Lm ora ee el ee eee eee rS RD ae ee NT vum deg ns Pe abh HHE Lp ural pna Both We EEE LEP IEEE a pl me Te irai ba Cannas Ri CSRS mer eor INI mo Us www gateway com 43 Chapter 3 Getting Help Using eSupport The eSupport site is divided into four major areas m Support Home m Downloads m Contact Us m Account Info Each of these areas is represented by a tab across the top of the Web page Support Home tab To get specific information about your computer type your serial number into the My System Information box then click GO or click Look up my serial number for me For more information see Finding your specifications on page 13 The Support Information link lets you access product documentation specifications and manuals By entering your serial number you get specific documents related to your system You can also browse through the reference area to locate an article specific to the question you have The Tutorials link lets you access an extensive library of how to articles and videos on topics such as making audio CDs and installing a hard drive Downloads tab The Downloads tab provides the latest software updates for BIOS and driver upgra
171. s label A label similar to the following indicates your computer contains a wireless communications device The label is located on the bottom of your notebook IEEE 802 11b RLAN Approvals FCC ID HFS9550015318 CANADA ID 1787104509A Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for your operating system eT nn Ce E i Predani Hay XXXXX KENAN XXXXX WAKEN XXXXXM 5 CE DUNNA i ny Coad 121 028 8914 T CADAT 12 www gateway com Finding your specifications Finding your specifications For moreinformation about your computer such asmemory size memory type and hard drivesize go to the My Computer Info link in Hal pSpot or visit Gateway s eSupport page at support gateway com The eSupport page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications View your computer s serial number by clicking Start Help and Support then clicking View system serial number Check your specifications by clicking Start Help and Support then clicking See your PC s configuration Tigra comi Lopes Don Bia P Bembo un Pick Help topic iz mh te eS beera 4 IAM e feted hm ewe omina md pier i eek Sen raa FC ces Loris siren Se Aaya Lu ja Loc umeri it lem HUM TENA sere eed CET m Mim koma m cp rm rim mane betel we mes wed n arnser m heeds ee eerste 4 Cu EE Did you KDO
172. s point 163 164 ad hoc 165 166 data transfer speed 162 label 12 peer to peer 165 166 signal strength 162 turning on or off 167 using while traveling 136 World Wide Web WWW 71 downloading files 73 write protection for diskettes 181 Z Zip drive 191 USB port 3 36 269 Before You Start Connect to AC power E Connect the AC adapter to the notebook E Connect the AC adapter to the power cord and the power cord to an electrical outlet You can use the notebook while the adapter is connected to AC power 2 Connect the modem optional E Plug one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on the left side of the notebook and the other end into the telephone jack RT 2g A CAUTION To protect your computer during electrical storms unplug both the computer and modem 3 Start the notebook E Open the LCD panel and press the power button located on the panel above the keyboard n a B After the notebook has started follow the on screen instructions to complete Windows setup MAN SYS US 400 SD4 USR GDE R1 9 02 8508772 ae
173. sing 66 installing 176 203 opening 33 47 reinstalling 176 203 R radio listening with MusicMatch 96 radio approval authorities 136 radio frequency wireless connections 136 RAM See memory reboot 23 recalibrating battery 124 recharging battery 123 recordable drive 127 191 copying CDs 105 creating data CDs 97 creating music CDs 101 identifying drive 79 status indicator 24 troubleshooting 222 using 79 97 recording audio file 86 CD tracks 91 recovering files and folders 56 Recycle Bin 47 deleting files and folders 56 emptying 57 recovering files and folders 56 reinstalling device drivers 199 drivers 199 programs 176 203 software 176 203 Windows XP 205 See also installing removing files and folders 47 56 66 186 renaming files and folders 66 replacing 266 battery 125 hard drive 215 memory 212 PC Card 208 reset hole 7 237 resetting computer 23 resolution changing 143 restart 23 Restoration CDs 198 right clicking 33 rocker switch 31 changing settings 151 router 160 Roxio Easy CD Creator 97 101 S safety general precautions 245 guidelines for troubleshooting 220 static electricity 210 saving documents 63 ScanDisk 187 scanner installing 36 USB port 3 36 scanning drive for errors 187 for viruses 182 Scheduled Tasks Wizard 192 screen adjusting settings 142 changing color depth 142 changing number of colors 142 changing resolution 143 cleaning 194 saver 148 troubleshooting 226 240 screen ob
174. skette For more information see Checking the hard drive for errors on page 187 If errors are detected and corrected try using the diskette again 225 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting You see a Non system disk NTLDR is missing or Disk error error message m Eject the diskette from the diskette drive then press ENTER m Make sure that the diskette you are using is IBM compatible The diskette drive status indicator is lit continuously m Removethe diskette from the drive If theindicator stays on try restarting your notebook Display The screen is too dark m Adjust the brightness using the system keys For more information see System key combinations on page 28 The screen resolution is not correct m Changethe screen resolution from the Display Properties dialog box For more information see Adjusting the screen resolution on page 143 Help and For more information about changing the screen resolution Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword screen resolution in the HelpSpot Search box s EJ then click the arrow The text on the display is dim or difficult to read m Adjust the brightness and contrast using the system keys For more information see System key combinations on page 28 m Changethe display settings For more information see Adjusting the screen and desktop settings on page 142 m Move your notebook away from sources of electrical interfere
175. so that it can only beinserted in one direction If the module does not fit make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay Important Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway 400SD4 9 Gently push the module down until it clicks in place 10 Replace the memory bay cover and tighten the cover screw 11 Insert the battery then turn your notebook over 12 Connect the power adapter and modem and network cables then turn on your notebook 214 www gateway com Replacing the hard drive kit Replacing the hard drive kit If you would like more hard drive capacity you can replace your original drive with a higher capacity drive Hard drive gt To replace the hard drive kit 1 Follow the instructions under Preventing static electricity discharge on page 210 2 Turn off your notebook disconnect the AC adapter and modem and network cables 3 Turn your notebook over so that the bottom is facing up 4 Removethe battery For more information see Changing the battery on page 125 www gateway com 215 Chapter 15 Upgrading Your Notebook 5 Remove the hard drive kit screws Hard drive Screws 6 Slide the hard drive kit away from the connector 216 www gateway com Replacing the hard drive kit 7 Lift the end of the hard drive kit furthest from the con nector then remove the drive kit from the bay 8 Place the new hard drive kit into the bay 9 Sl
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177. t it is connected to the correct port 237 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting m Makesure that the printer is online Many printers have an online offline button that you may need to press so that the printer can start printing Press the button to put the printer online m Check the port and cable for bent or broken pins If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer make sure that you have selected it in the printer setup gt To set a default printer 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Printers and Other Hardware 2 Click Double click the Printers and Faxes icon The Printers and Faxes window opens 3 Right click the name of the printer you want to be the default printer then click Set as Default Printer m Reinstall the printer driver See the guide that came with your printer for instructions on installing the printer driver You see a Printer queue is full error message m Make sure that the printer is not set to work offline gt To make sure that the printer is not set to work offline 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Printers and Other Hardware 2 Click Double click the Printers and Faxes icon The Printers and Faxes window opens 3 Right click the name of the printer you want to use If the menu shows a check m
178. t or left Press these colored keys in combination with the FN key to control the screen brightness 27 Chapter 2 Getting Started System key combinations When you press an FN key and a system key at the same time your notebook performs the action identified by the colored text or icon on the key Press and hold FN while To pressing this system key Display the power status box in the upper left corner of your F2 display The box shows the battery charge level the BIOS version Status and whether the AC adapter is being used Press the key combination again to close this box Toggle the notebook display between the LCD an external F3 monitor or both displays at the same time A monitor must be LCDICRT plugged into the monitor port on your notebook Enter Standby mode Press the power button to leave Standby F4 mode For more information see Changing power modes on Standby page 128 o Turn on Pad Lock so you can use the numeric keypad Press this F9 key combination again to turn off Pad Lock The Pad Lock status et indicator appears when this function is turned on Pause the text scrolling in a DOS screen Press this key F10 combination again to continue scrolling The Scroll Lock status eral indicator appears when this function is turned on This function Lock gt is only available in some programs Pause execution of a DOS program This functio
179. t Enabled by pressing the spacebar Open the Exit menu then highlight Exit Saving Changes and press ENTER Select Yes then press ENTER The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you the progress The entire process will take several hours Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process If recalibration is interrupted you must start the process over again When the recalibration has finished the message Press Esc key to exit appears Press Esc The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge If the battery charge indicator does not show an accurate charge contact Gateway Technical Support n Changing the battery Changing the battery If your notebook is plugged into an AC outlet you can change the battery while the notebook is turned on If your notebook is not plugged into an AC outlet you must turn the notebook off while changing the battery Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with a Gateway 400SD4 battery Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled Do not disassemble heat above 212 F 100 C or incinerate Dispose of used battery promptly Keep away from children Replacing the battery gt To replace the battery 1 If your notebook is on and is plugged into an AC outlet g
180. t PC Card installed in each notebook m An Ethernet router Select a router that gives you the following features m A jack for connecting to a cable or DSL modem m The ability to assign IP addresses to your networked computers dynamically This prevents intruders from seeing the computers over the Internet m A built in firewall to protect the computers on your network from intruders trying to access your data over the Internet m Built in switching with enough ports for all computers and devices on thenetwork so that you will not haveto purchase a hub or switch m If you did not purchase a router that includes built in switching or if the router does not have enough ports to attach all your computers an Ethernet hub or switch with enough ports for all computers and devices in the network m Ethernet cable going from each computer to the router hub or switch Important For best results all Ethernet components should be either standard Ethernet 10 Mbps Fast Ethernet 100 Mbps or 10 100 or Gigabit Ethernet 1000 Mbps or 10 100 1000 A mixture of components rated at different speeds will result in your network running at the speed of the slowest rated component 161 Chapter 11 Networking Your Computer Using a wireless Ethernet network 162 A wireless Ethernet network is ideal for creating a home or office network or adding mobility to an existing wired Ethernet Warning Radio frequency wireless communication
181. t Search box Search then click the arrow www gateway com 75 Chapter 5 Using the Internet 76 www gateway com Using Multimedia This chapter providesinformation on using the multimedia capabilities of your notebook Read this chapter to learn how to Use the diskette drive Use a CD or DVD drive Adjust the volume Play CDs Record and play audio files Use Windows M edia Player Use MusicM atch Use a recordable drive to create CDs Play DVDs Capture video using the IEEE 1394 also known as Firewire or i Link port 7T Chapter 6 Using Multimedia Using the diskette drive The diskette drive uses 3 5 inch diskettes sometimes called floppy disks Diskettes are useful for storing files or transferring files to another computer Warning Do not expose diskettes to water or magnetic fields D Exposure could damage the data on the diskette Diskette slot Diskette eject button gt To use a diskette 1 Insert the diskette into the diskette drive with the label facing up 2 To access a file on the diskette click Start then click My Computer Double click the drive letter for example the A drive then double click the file name 3 To remove the diskette make sure that the diskette drive status indicator is off see Status indicators on page 24 then press the diskette eject button 78 www gateway com Using the CD or DVD drive Using the CD or DVD drive You can use your computer to enjoy a wi
182. taining ring and mouse ball 3 Remove any dust lint or dirt from the mouse ball with a soft cloth 4 Clean the mouse rollers with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol Mouse rollers 5 Replace the mouse ball and lock the retaining ring into place www gateway com 195 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Computer 196 www gateway com Restoring Software Read this chapter to learn how to Reinstall device drivers Update device drivers Reinstall programs Reinstall Windows 197 Chapter 14 Restoring Software Using the Restoration CDs Use the Gateway Restoration CDs to reinstall device drivers your operating system and other programs that were preinstalled at the factory Important Before you try to fix a problem by reinstalling software from your Gateway Restoration CDs make sure that you have tried these steps first Use the diagnostics and troubleshooting tools found in HelpSpot For more information about diagnostics and troubleshooting tools in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword troubleshooting in the HelpSpot Search box search Ig then click the arrow See the Troubleshooting section of this guide If these steps do not resolve the problem use the Gateway Restoration CDs to reinstall device drivers or programs If reinstalling device drivers or programs does not resolve the problem reinstall Windows 198 www gateway com Reinstalling device drivers R
183. teway Kids BackPack SERVE TO ORDER Server Watchdog SpotShop Spotshop com and Your Ware are trademarks of Gateway Inc Intel Intel Inside logo and Pentium are registered trademarks and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation Microsoft MS MS DOS and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation All other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies Macrovision statement If your computer has a DVD drive and an analog TV Out port the following paragraph applies This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited 256 Index A AC adapter connecting 18 connector 6 damaged 18 defective 19 international adapters 127 access point 160 163 164 accessories 15 safety precautions 246 accounts America Online 69 ISP 69 user 153 ad hoc networking 165 adding icons to desktop 48 user accounts 153 See also installing airplane power adapter 15 127 alarms 129 131 America Online 70 ap
184. then replace the battery before you start your notebook Warning Do not try to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are damaged if your notebook was dropped or if D the case was damaged Instead unplug your notebook and contact a qualified computer technician 220 www gateway com First steps First steps If you have problems with your notebook try these things first m Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power m If you use a power strip or surge protector make sure that it is turned on If a peripheral device such as a keyboard or mouse does not work make sure that all connections are secure m Make sure that your hard drive is not full If an error message appears on the screen write down the exact message The message may hel p Gateway Technical Support in diagnosing and fixing the problem m f you added or removed modules or peripheral devices review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that you followed each instruction m If an error occurs in a program see the program s printed documentation or the online help Help and For more information about troubleshooting in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword troubleshooting in the HelpSpot Search box search E3 then click the arrow Software support tools Your notebook may include the following supp
185. then use the touchpad to move drag the object to the appropriate part of the screen Release the button to drop the object where you want it For instructions on how to adjust the double click speed pointer speed right hand or left hand configuration and other touchpad settings see Changing the touchpad settings on page 150 www gateway com 33 Chapter 2 Getting Started Connecting the modem Your notebook has a built in 56K modem that you can use to connect to a standard telephone line Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger i telecommunications line cord gt To connect the modem 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack ui on the left side of your notebook 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines 3 Start your notebook then start your communications program 34 www gateway com Connecting to a wired Ethernet network Connecting to a wired Ethernet network Your notebook has a network jack that you can useto connect to a 10 100 wired Ethernet network Important Your notebook may be equipped with built in wireless Ethernet or you may have a wireless Ethernet PC Card For information about connecting to a wired or wireless Ethernet network see Networking Your Computer on page 155 For information about installing a wireless Ethernet PC Card see Adding and
186. tly m If the modem shares the telephone line with another device make sure that the telephone line is not in use for example someone is on the telephone or another modem is in use m Usethe modem cable that came with your notebook Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with the modem connection m Shut down and restart your notebook 233 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting m Run Windows modem diagnostics gt To run modem diagnostics 1 2 Close all open programs Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Printers and Other Hardware 3 Click Double click the Phone and Modem Options icon then click the Modems tab 4 Click your modem then click Properties The M odem Properties dialog box opens 5 Click the Diagnostic tab then click Query Modem If information about the modem appears the modem passed diagnostics If no modem information is available a white screen appears with no data or if you get an error such as port already open or the moden has failed to respond the modem did not pass diagnostics Help and For more information about modem troubleshooting in Support Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in the HelpSpot Search box search E3 then click the arrow The modem is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to
187. ulaci OHN Breve jota of ae Mn Reneka Fitz n Ata tid m_a Carcal ahi pej 12s pAn ie orate Tiida Record linis kisi kaini eig baa drak tly trade D Yna Cie ed lg Pe CT a Cte lel anl ny iaid f Click Start Recording When the recording is complete you may see a Record Complete dialog box Select the appropriate option Help and For more information about creating CDs in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword creating CDs in the HelpSpot Search bOX Search B then click the arrow Copying CDs CD Copier can make backup copies of almost any type of CD other tasks while creating a CD Important We recommend that you do not use your computer for Important If you record copyrighted material on a CD you need permission from the copyright owner Otherwise you may be violating copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other remedies If you are uncertain about your rights contact your legal advisor www gateway com 105 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia gt To copy a CD 1 Insert the CD you want to copy into your recordable CD drive 2 If a dialog box opens click Take no action 3 IfaCD Drivedialog box opens click Create a CD using Roxio Easy CD Creator then click OK The Select a Project window opens OR If adialog box does not open click Start All Programs Roxio Easy CD Creator then click Project Selector The Select a Project window open
188. und Recorder The Sound Recorder opens Rewind Play Record Fast Forward Stop Click e record then speak into the microphone When you finish recording click I stop Click File then click Save As The Save As dialog box opens Name the recording specify the location where you want to save the recording then click Save The recording is saved E www gateway com Recording and playing audio gt To play an audio recording in Sound Recorder 1 2 3 4 Open the Sound Recorder Click File then click Open The Open dialog box opens Click the file you want to play then click Open Play the file by clicking play then stop playing the file by clicking Iii stop Help and For more information about making or playing an audio Support recording in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Q Type the keyword recording audio or playing audio in the HelpSpot Search box sssreh 1g then click the arrow www gateway com 87 Chapter 6 Using Multimedia Playing audio and video files with the Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player can play several types of audio and video files including WAV MIDI MP3 AU AVI and MPEG formats For moreinformation about the using the Windows M edia Player click Help b To play a file using the Windows Media Player 1 Click Start All Programs then click Windows Media Player The Windows M edia Player opens Video file informatio
189. und picture in the Background list OR Click Browse to select a background picture from another location 5 If you want the picture you choseto cover the entire screen click the arrow button to open the Position list then click Stretch or Tile 6 If the picture you chose does not cover the entire screen and you did not chooseto stretch ortiletheimagein Step 5 you can changethe solid color behind thepicture by clickingthe arrow button to open the Color list then clicking a color 7 Click OK Help and Support For more information about changing the desktop background click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword changing desktop background in the HelpSpot Search box s r then click the arrow www gateway com 147 Chapter 10 Customizing Your Computer Selecting a screen saver You can use a screen saver to keep others from viewing your display while you are away from your computer Windows supplies a variety of screen savers that you can choose from and many more are available from the Internet and as commercial products gt To select a screen saver 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens If your Control Panel is in Category View click Appearance and Themes 2 Click Double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Screen Saver tab fae lary Pin peer lie B i iii hmm Daminp Sone peace baig Sota
190. utres re Brett whe Plat Fas aay Uap lela PUE ne s tS e E ut E tn US 243 Tutoring 1rd aet vee died ee e Y b d Rhet o Ged e en uo 243 Traming 53299212500 9 T2450 A litt OU IIQDD UE DM ILI NL 244 A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information 245 WOON eMe PEDE 257 vi Checking Out Your Gateway 400 This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your notebook Read this chapter to learn How to identify the features of your Gateway notebook m How to locate your notebook s model and serial number How to locate the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity How to locate the specifications for your notebook m What accessories are available for your notebook Tips amp Tricks t3 To access the contents of this guide while you are traveling click Start All Programs then click Gateway Utilities You can also download an electronic copy from www gateway com support manlib Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway 400 Front Component Battery charge indicator Power indicator LCD panel release latch Battery Power LCD panel charge indicator release latch indicator Icon Description The LED shows the battery activity and status LED green battery is fully charged LED orange battery is charging LED red battery is malfunctioning This LED only lights up when the notebook is plugged in Lights up when the notebook is turned on and shows notebook power status L
191. ve a telephone modem use a surge protector that has a modem jack If you have a cable modem use a surge protector that has an antenna cable TV jack During an electrical storm unplug both the surge protector and the modem Starting your notebook Starting your notebook gt To start your notebook 1 Open your notebook by pressing the latch on the front of your notebook and lifting the LCD panel 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard Power button The power button is preset to On Off mode However you can also set it to function in Standby Resume mode For instructions on changing the power button mode see Changing power settings on page 129 3 If you are starting your notebook for the first time follow the on screen instructions to set up your notebook www gateway com 21 Chapter 2 Getting Started Waking up your notebook When you have not used your notebook for several minutes it may enter a power saving mode called Standby While in Standby the power indicator flashes If your notebook is in Standby mode wake it up by pressing the power button For more information on changing power saving settings see Changing power settings on page 129 Turning off your notebook gt To turn off your notebook 1 Click Start then click Turn Off Computer The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens 2 Click Turn Off Windows shuts down and turns off your notebook Important If for s
192. ve to installing cable for connectivity m Theability to move about with your computer is as important as network speed m Your computer has wireless Ethernet IEEE 802 11a or IEEE 802 11b for networking Help and For more information about selecting network connections Support in Windows XP click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword networks or network types in the HelpSpot Search box Search EJ then click the arrow 158 Using a wired Ethernet network Using a wired Ethernet network A wired Ethernet network consists of two or more computers connected together through an Ethernet cable This connection type is commonly used in offices around the world and can be used to build computer networks in the home Ethernet Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet is available at three different speeds Standard Ethernet runs at 10 Mbps Fast Ethernet runs at 100 Mbps and Gigabit Ethernet runs at 1000 Mbps Most home networks are built using Standard or Fast Ethernet components Business networks aretypically built using Fast or Gigabit Ethernet components To create a wired Ethernet network you or your electrician must m Install special Ethernet cables in your home or office Important Check local code requirements before installing Ethernet cable or other wiring in your home or office Your municipality may require you to obtain a permit and hire a licensed installer m Install an Ethernet card in each of y
193. ver Page Editor Tips dialog box opens click OK 2 If you want to include fields that are imported from either the Send Fax Wizard or the Fax Configuration Wizard such as To or From add them to the page by using the Insert menu then move them to the appropriate place on your template You can also use the Insert menu to include information that is automatically calculated such as number of pages or date and time sent 3 If you want to include text that always appears on your cover page such as a letterh ead or address draw a box using the text box tool enter your text inside of it then move the box to the appropriate place on your template Faxing from programs If you want to include a logo that appears on your cover page copy it to the Windows clipboard then paste it into the Cover Page Editor and move it to the appropriate place on your template To save your cover page template click File then click Save As The Save As dialog box opens with your personal cover pages folder already in the Save in list Type the new cover page template name Click Save a Faxing from programs gt To fax a document directly from most programs 1 oF ON Open your document in the program it was created in Click File then click Print The Print dialog box opens Click the arrow button to open the Name list then click the Fax printer Click Print or OK The Send Fax Wizard opens Complete the wizard by following the
194. vides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to atelephoneinterface The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5 Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information Mexico Intentional emitter Low power Radio LAN type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operating in the 2 4 GHz Band may be present embedded in your notebook system This section isonly applicable if these devices are present Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices Wireless devices that may bein your system are only qualified for usein Mexico if a SCT ID ison the system label As ageneral guideline a separation of 20 cm 8 inches between the wireless device and the body for use of a wireless device near the body this does not include extremities is typical This device should be used morethan 20 cm 8 inches from the body when wireless devices are on The power output of the wireless device or devices which may be embedded in your notebook is well below the RF exposure limits as set by SCT Unintentional emitter 254 At this time there are no mandatory requirements for Unintentional Emitters However this device does comply with multiple requirements for other countries and regions as listed on the system label and in theus
195. was originally installed on your computer Fax was not installed You need to install Fax from your blue Operating Systen CD gt To install Fax 1 2 A Place the blue Operating System CD in your CD or DVD drive If the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP dialog box opens click Install optional Windows components The Windows Components Wizard opens OR If the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP dialog box does not open click Start then click Control Panel The Control Pane window opens Click Double click Add and Remove Programs The Add or Remove Programs dialog box opens Click Add Remove Windows Components The Windows Components Wizard opens Click Fax Services then click Next Click Finish to exit the Windows Components Wizard Click Exit to close the Welcome to Microsoft Windows XP dialog box OR Click Close to close the Add or Remove Programs dialog box D Configuring Fax Before you send your first fax you need to set up your user information Your fax cover sheets and fax headers contain this information some of which is required by law The Fax Configuration Wizard opens the first time you try to send a fax 112 Important Installing and configuring Fax The first time you run the Fax Configuration Wizard you may need to provide information in the Location Information and the Phone and Modem Options dialog boxes gt To configure Microsoft Fax 1 Click Start All Programs Accessories Commun
196. y when you are ready to use them Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection m Always hold components by their edges Avoid touching the edge connectors Never slide components over any surface 211 Chapter 15 Upgrading Your Notebook Adding or replacing memory Your notebook uses memory modules called SO DIMMs Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any available slot Use only memory modules designed for the Gateway 400SD4 for upgrading your memory Memory bay gt To add or replace memory modules 1 Follow the instructions under Preventing static electricity discharge on page 210 2 Turn off your notebook disconnect the AC adapter and modem and network cables 3 Turn your notebook over so that the bottom is facing up 4 Removethe battery For more information see Changing the battery on page 125 5 Loosen the memory bay cover screw then remove the memory bay cover 212 www gateway com Adding or replacing memory 6 If you are removing a module gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward www gateway com 213 Chapter 15 Upgrading Your Notebook 8 Hold thenew or replacement module at a 30 degree angle and press it into theempty memory slot This moduleis keyed
197. your computer User account tips m If you want to create an account for someone but you do not want that user to have full access to your computer be sure to make that account limited Remember that limited accounts may not be able to install some older programs m f a program or peripheral device is installed in one account it may not be available in other accounts If this happens install the program or device in the accounts that need it m Filescreated in one account are not accessible from other accounts unless the files are stored in the Shared Documents folder The Shared Documents folder is accessible from all accounts on that computer and from other computers on the network gt To add delete or modify user accounts 1 Click Start then click Control Panel 2 Click Double click the User Accounts icon The User Accounts window opens 3 Follow the on screen instructions to add delete or modify a user account Help and For more information about user accounts in Windows XP Support click Start then click Help and Support Type the keyword user accounts in the HelpSpot Search bOX Serch fj then click the arrow 153 Chapter 10 Customizing Your Computer gt To switch user accounts 1 Click Start then click Log Off The Log Off Windows dialog box opens Log Off Windows E Switch User Cancel 2 Click Switch User The Windows Welcome screen opens 3 Click the user account that you want t

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