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13 If your notebook is on, click OK to continue working on your notebook.

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1 Checking out Your Gateway 45011
- Front12
- Left Side13
- Right Side15
- Back16
- Bottom17
- Keyboard Area19
- Identifying Your Model21
- Finding Your Specifications23
- Accessories23
2 Getting Started25
- Safety Instructions26
- Connecting the AC Adapter29
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems31
- Starting Your Notebook32
  - Waking up Your Notebook33
- Turning off Your Notebook33
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook34
- Status Indicators35
- Using the Keyboard36
  - Key Types37
  - System Key Combinations38
- Multi-Function Buttons40
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad41
  - Using the Touchpad42
- Using the Optional EZ Point Pointing Device44
  - Replacing the EZ Point Pointing Device Cap45
- Using the Optional Fingerprint Reader46
- Connecting the Modem48
- Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network49
  - Broadband Internet Connections50
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device50
3 Getting Help51
- Help and Support52
  - Searching for a Topic53
- Do more with Gateway54
  - Doing more with Gateway at Home54
  - Doing more with Gateway at Work55
- Online Help56
- Gateway Web Site57
  - Using Esupport58
4 Using Windows61
- About the Windows Environment62
- Using the Desktop63
  - Using the Start Menu63
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop64
- Identifying Window Items65
- Working with Files and Folders67
- Searching for Files74
  - Using the Windows Search Utility75
- Working with Documents77
- Shortcuts81
5 Using the Internet83
- Learning about the Internet84
- Setting up an Internet Account85
  - Accessing Your Internet Account86
- Using the World Wide Web87
  - Connecting to a Web Site88
  - Downloading Files89
- Using E-Mail90
  - Sending E-Mail90
  - Checking Your E-Mail91
6 Sending and Receiving Faxes93
- Installing and Configuring Fax94
  - Installing Fax94
  - Configuring Fax95
- Sending a Simple Fax97
- Setting up Your Cover Page Template99
- Faxing from Programs100
- Faxing a Scanned Document100
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax101
- Canceling a Fax101
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax102
- Automatically Cancelling a Fax103
7 Using Multimedia105
- Adjusting the Volume106
- Recording and Playing Audio109
- Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player111
- Using S/PDIF Digital Audio112
- Changing Modules114
- Using the Disc Drive118
  - Identifying Drive Types118
  - Inserting a CD or DVD120
- Listening to Cds122
- Using MUSICMATCH124
- Playing a DVD132
- Creating Cds and Dvds Using Nero Express133
- Using the Optional Diskette Drive149
- Using the Memory Card Reader150
- Connecting a Digital Camera153
- Connecting a Digital Video Camera154
- Editing Videos and Creating Video Dvds155
- Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor156
  - Using Extended Desktop158
- Viewing the Display on a Television158
8 Managing Power161
- Monitoring the Battery Charge162
- Recharging the Battery163
- Recalibrating the Battery Main or Secondary163
- Recalibrating the Battery Main or Secondary164
- Changing Batteries165
  - Replacing the Main Battery165
  - Installing a Secondary Battery168
- Extending Battery Life171
- Changing Power Settings173
9 Traveling with Your Gateway 450179
- Packing Your Notebook180
- Traveling by Air180
- Modem180
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections181
- Files181
- Security181
- Power183
- Additional Tips183
10 Customizing Your Gateway 450185
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings186
- Customizing the Touchpad and Optional Pointing Device194
  - Turning the Touchpad or Pointing Device on or off194
  - Changing the Touchpad and Pointing Device Settings196
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts199
11 Networking Your Gateway201
- Benefits of Networking202
- Selecting a Network Connection204
- Using Your Notebook on a Network205
12 Moving from Your Old Computer207
- Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard208
- Transferring Files208
  - Finding Your Files208
- Transferring Internet Settings210
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner211
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner212
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer212
- Installing Your Old Programs213
13 Maintaining Your Gateway 450215
- Caring for Your Notebook216
  - Maintenance Schedule217
- Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses218
- Managing Hard Drive Space221
- Cleaning Your Notebook229
14 Restoring Software233
- Using the Restoration Discs234
15 Upgrading Your Gateway 450241
- Adding and Removing a PC Card242
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge244
- Adding or Replacing Memory245
- Replacing the Hard Drive249
16 Using the Gateway 450 Port Replicator253
- Front254
- Using the Gateway 450 Port Replicator254
- Left255
- Back256
- Connecting to the Port Replicator257
  - Attaching to the Port Replicator257
  - Disconnecting from the Port Replicator259
- Securing Your Port Replicator260
17 Troubleshooting261
- Safety Guidelines262
- First Steps263
- Software Support Tools263
- Troubleshooting264
- Telephone Support286
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support286
  - Telephone Numbers287
- Tutoring and Training288
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information291
- Important Safety Information291
- Regulatory Compliance Statements294
- Wireless Guidance294
- United States of America296
- Laser Safety Statement301
- Epa Energy Star301
Index305

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