Gateway 450 - Getting Started

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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 notebook

■ Identify the status indicators

■ Use the keyboard

■ Use the EZ Pad touchpad

■ Connect the modem

■ Connect to an Ethernet network

■ Install peripheral devices

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- Table of Contents3
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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