Name: Gateway M675
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Module latch Slide to release the module For more information, see

“Changing modules” on page 105.

Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay. For more

information, see “Replacing the hard drive” on page 262.

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- Table of Contents3
1 Checking out Your Gateway M67511
- Front12
- Left Side13
- Right Side16
- Back17
- Bottom18
- Keyboard Area20
- Identifying Your Model22
- Finding Your Specifications24
- Accessories25
2 Getting Started27
- Safety Instructions28
- Connecting the AC Adapter31
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems33
- Starting Your Notebook34
  - Waking up Your Notebook35
- Turning off Your Notebook35
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook36
- Status Indicators37
- Using the Keyboard39
  - Key Types40
  - System Key Combinations41
- Multi-Function Buttons43
- Using the Audio Controls44
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad45
  - Using the Touchpad46
- 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 Topic52
- Do more with Gateway53
- Online Help54
- Gateway Web Site55
  - Using Esupport55
4 Windows Basics57
- About the Windows Environment58
- Using the Desktop59
  - Using the Start Menu59
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop60
- Identifying Window Items61
- Working with Files and Folders63
- Searching for Files70
  - Using the Windows Search Utility71
- Working with Documents73
- Shortcuts77
5 Using the Internet79
- Learning about the Internet80
- Setting up an Internet Account81
  - Accessing Your Internet Account82
- Using the World Wide Web83
  - Connecting to a Web Site84
  - Downloading Files85
- Using E-Mail86
  - Sending E-Mail86
  - Checking Your E-Mail87
6 Sending and Receiving Faxes89
- Installing and Configuring Fax90
- Sending a Simple Fax94
- Setting up Your Cover96
- Faxing from Programs97
- Faxing a Scanned Document97
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax98
- Canceling a Fax98
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax in Windows XP99
- Automatically Cancelling a Fax in Windows XP100
7 Using Multimedia101
- Adjusting the Volume102
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP102
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows 2000105
- Configuring the Audio Jacks107
- Recording and Playing Audio109
- Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player111
- Using S/PDIF Digital Audio113
- Changing Modules115
- Using the CD or DVD Drive118
  - Identifying Drive Types118
  - Inserting a CD or DVD119
- Listening to Cds120
  - Listening to Cds in Windows XP120
  - Listening to Cds in Windows 2000122
- Using MUSICMATCH124
- Playing a DVD132
- Creating Cds and Dvds Using Roxio Easy CD Creator134
- Creating Cds and Dvds Using Nero Express147
- Using the Optional Diskette Drive162
- Using the Optional Memory Card Reader164
- Connecting a Digital Camera168
- Connecting a Digital Video Camera169
- Editing Videos and Creating Video Dvds170
- Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor171
- Viewing the Display on a Television173
8 Managing Power177
- Monitoring the Battery Charge178
- Recharging the Battery179
- Recalibrating the Battery180
- Changing Batteries181
  - Replacing the Battery182
- Extending Battery Life184
- Changing Power Settings186
9 Traveling with Your Gateway M675193
- Packing Your Notebook194
- Traveling by Air194
- Modem194
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections195
- Files195
- Security196
- Power197
- Additional Tips197
10 Customizing Your Gateway M675199
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings200
- Changing the Touchpad Settings211
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts213
11 Networking Your Gateway M675215
- Benefits of Networking216
- Selecting a Network Connection218
  - Wired Ethernet Network218
  - Wireless Ethernet Network218
- Using a Wired Ethernet Network219
- Using a Wireless Ethernet Network222
- Using Your Notebook on a Network228
  - Installing and Configuring Your Notebook for Ethernet Networking228
  - Turning Your Wireless Ethernet Emitter on or off228
12 Moving from Your Old Computer229
- Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard230
- Transferring Files230
  - Finding Your Files231
- Transferring Internet Settings232
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner233
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner234
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer234
- Installing Your Old Programs235
13 Maintaining Your Gateway M675237
- Caring for Your Notebook238
  - Maintenance Schedule239
- Protecting Your Notebook from Viruses240
- Managing Hard Drive Space243
- Cleaning Your Notebook251
14 Restoring Software255
- Using the Restoration Cds256
- Reinstalling Device Drivers257
- Updating Device Drivers259
- Reinstalling Programs260
- Reinstalling Windows262
15 Upgrading Your Gateway M675265
- Adding and Removing a PC Card266
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge268
- Adding or Replacing Memory269
- Replacing the Hard Drive272
16 Using the Gateway M675 Port Replicator277
- Front278
- Using the Gateway M675 Port Replicator278
- Back279
- Connecting to the Port Replicator283
  - Attaching to the Port Replicator283
  - Disconnecting from the Port Replicator284
- Securing Your Port Replicator285
17 Troubleshooting287
- Safety Guidelines288
- First Steps289
- Software Support Tools289
- Troubleshooting290
- Telephone Support313
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support313
  - Telephone Numbers314
- Tutoring and Training315
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information317
- Important Safety Information317
- Regulatory Compliance Statements320
- Wireless Guidance320
- United States of America322
- Laser Safety Statement327
- Epa Energy Star327
Index331

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