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9 Click the Displays tab.

10 Click the Enable TV button if it is not already enabled.

11 Click TV to make any adjustments to the TV settings.

12 Click Apply.

13 Click OK to close the (Multiple Monitors) and Mobility 6 Properties dialog box.

14 Click OK to close the Display Properties dialog box.

15 Click X to close the Control Panel window.

Enable TV

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1 Checking out Your Gateway 45011
- Front12
- Left Side13
- Right Side15
- Back16
- Bottom18
- Keyboard Area20
- Identifying Your Model22
- Finding Your Specifications24
- Accessories26
2 Getting Started29
- Connecting the AC Adapter30
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems32
- Starting Your Notebook33
  - Waking up Your Notebook33
- Turning off Your Notebook34
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook35
- Status Indicators36
- Using the Keyboard37
  - Key Types38
  - System Key Combinations39
- Multi-Function Buttons41
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad42
  - Using the Touchpad43
- Connecting the Modem45
- Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network46
  - Broadband Internet Connections47
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device47
3 Getting Help49
- Helpspot50
  - Searching for a Topic52
  - Helpspot Videos53
- Online Help54
- Gateway Web Site55
  - Using Esupport56
4 Windows Basics57
- About the Windows Environment58
- Using the Desktop59
  - Using the Start Menu59
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop61
- Identifying Window Items62
- Working with Files and Folders64
- Searching for Files72
  - Using the Windows Search Utility73
- Working with Documents75
- Shortcuts79
5 Using the Internet81
- Learning about the Internet82
- Setting up an Internet Account83
  - Accessing Your Internet Account84
- Using the World Wide Web85
  - Connecting to a Web Site86
  - Downloading Files87
- Using E-Mail88
  - Sending E-Mail88
  - Checking Your E-Mail89
6 Using Multimedia91
- Using the Diskette Drive92
- Using the CD or DVD Drive94
  - Identifying Drive Types94
  - Inserting a CD or DVD95
- Adjusting the Volume96
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP96
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows 200099
- Listening to Cds101
  - Listening to Cds in Windows XP101
  - Listening to Cds in Windows 2000103
- Recording and Playing Audio104
- Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player106
- Using Musicmatch108
- Using a Recordable Drive117
- Playing a DVD128
- Viewing the Display on a Television130
- Capturing Video133
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes135
- Installing and Configuring Fax136
- Sending a Simple Fax141
- Setting up Your Cover142
- Faxing from Programs143
- Faxing a Scanned Document144
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax144
- Canceling a Fax145
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax in Windows XP146
- Automatically Cancelling a Fax in Windows XP147
8 Managing Power149
- Monitoring the Battery Charge150
- Recharging the Battery151
- Recalibrating the Battery152
- Changing Batteries153
  - Replacing the Main Battery153
  - Installing a Secondary Battery155
- Extending Battery Life159
- Changing Power Settings161
9 Travel Tips171
- Modem172
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections172
- Files173
- Security173
- Power174
- Additional Tips175
10 Customizing Your Computer177
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings178
- Changing the Touchpad Settings189
- Programming the Multi-Function Buttons192
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts193
11 Networking Your Computer195
- Benefits of Networking196
- Selecting a Network Connection198
  - Wired Ethernet Network198
  - Wireless Ethernet (IEEE 802.11A or IEEE 802.11B) Network198
- Using a Wired Ethernet Network199
- Using a Wireless Ethernet Network202
- Using Your Notebook on a Network207
  - Installing and Configuring Your Notebook for Ethernet Networking207
  - Turning Your Wireless Ethernet on or off207
12 Moving from Your Old Computer209
- Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard210
- Transferring Files211
  - Finding Your Files211
- Transferring Internet Settings213
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner214
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner214
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer215
- Installing Your Old Programs216
13 Maintaining Your Computer217
- Caring for Your Computer218
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette220
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses222
- Managing Hard Drive Space225
- Cleaning Your Computer234
14 Restoring Software237
- Using the Restoration Cds238
- Reinstalling Device Drivers239
- Updating Device Drivers241
- Reinstalling Programs243
- Reinstalling Windows246
15 Upgrading Your Notebook249
- Adding and Removing a PC Card250
- Changing Drives252
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge256
- Adding or Replacing Memory258
- Replacing the Main Hard Drive Kit262
16 Using the Gateway 450 Port Replicator265
- Front266
- Back267
- Connecting to the Port Replicator269
  - Attaching to the Port Replicator269
  - Disconnecting from the Port Replicator270
- Securing Your Port Replicator272
17 Troubleshooting273
- Safety Guidelines274
- First Steps275
- Software Support Tools275
- Troubleshooting276
- Telephone Support297
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support297
  - Telephone Numbers298
- Tutoring and Training299
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information301
- Important Safety Information301
- Regulatory Compliance Statements303
- Wireless Guidance303
- United States of America305
- Laser Safety Statement311
Index313

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