Gateway Computer - User Manual

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GATEWAY COMPUTER
USERGUIDE
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Gateway Computer Specifications

General

Brand	Gateway
Model	Computer
Category	Desktop
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1: Getting Help

Using Help and Support

Utilize the integrated Help and Support system for questions about Windows and computer features.

Chapter 2: Using Your Computer

Working safely

Recommendations for setting up a safe, comfortable work area and avoiding strain.

Setting up your computer and computer accessories

Starting your computer

Step-by-step instructions for powering on and initially setting up the computer.

Turning off your computer

Proper procedure to shut down the computer and remove all electrical power.

Restarting (rebooting) your computer

Steps to restart the computer if it becomes unresponsive.

Chapter 3: Using Windows XP

Using the Windows desktop

Working with files and folders

Organizing, viewing, creating, copying, moving, and deleting files and folders.

Searching for files

Using the Windows Search utility to find files by various criteria.

Chapter 4: Recovering Your System

System recovery options

Overview of methods to recover the system, including driver backups and System Restore.

Drivers and applications recovery

Creating and using recovery discs for drivers and pre-installed applications.

Recovering your system

Procedures for restoring the system from hard drive, System Restore, or recovery discs.

Chapter 5: Using the Internet and Faxing

Learning about the Internet

Setting up an Internet account

Using e-mail

Installing and configuring Microsoft Fax

Installing and setting up Microsoft Fax for sending and receiving faxes.

Sending a fax

Chapter 6: Protecting Your Computer

Hardware security

Data security

Protecting your data through startup and hard drive passwords.

Security updates

Keeping Windows XP and system software up-to-date for security.

Chapter 8: Networking Your Computer

Introduction to Networking

Creating an Ethernet network

Installing Ethernet cards and drivers, making connections, and configuring network settings.

Testing your network

Sharing resources

Sharing drives, folders, and printers among computers on the network.

Using the network

Chapter 10: Maintaining Your Computer

Setting up a maintenance schedule

Caring for your computer

Updating Windows

Using Windows Update to keep the operating system and software current.

Managing hard drive space

Chapter 11: Troubleshooting

Safety guidelines

Essential safety precautions to follow while troubleshooting computer issues.

First steps

Initial actions to take when experiencing computer problems.

Troubleshooting

Alphabetical listing of troubleshooting topics for various hardware and software issues.

Telephone support

Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Important safety information

Crucial safety instructions for operating and maintaining the Gateway system.