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12 Click the Devices tab.

13 Click Add. The Add dialog box opens.

14 Select Unlisted or Updated driver in the List of Drivers list, then click OK.

The Install Driver dialog box opens.

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Default Chapter1
- Table of Contents1
1 Checking out Your Gateway solo 95009
- Front10
- Left Side11
- Right Side12
- Back13
- Bottom15
- Identifying Your Model16
- Accessories17
2 Checking out Your Gateway solo 955019
- Top20
- Front22
- Left Side24
- Right Side25
- Back27
- Bottom29
- Identifying Your Model30
- Accessories31
3 Getting Started33
- Connecting the AC Adapter34
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems36
- Starting Your Notebook37
  - Waking up Your Notebook38
  - Turning off Your Notebook38
- Switching User Accounts in Windows XP39
- Status Indicators41
- Using the Keyboard43
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad49
  - Using the Touchpad50
- Connecting the Modem52
- Connecting to an Ethernet Network53
  - Broadband Internet Connections53
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device54
4 Getting Help55
- Helpspot56
  - Helpspot Videos58
- Online Help59
- Gateway Web Site60
5 Windows Basics61
- About the Windows Environment62
- Using the Desktop63
  - Using the Start Menu64
- Identifying Window Items65
- Working with Files and Folders67
- Searching for Files73
  - Using the Windows XP, Windows Me, or Windows 2000 Search Utility74
  - Using the Windows 98 Find Utility76
- Working with Documents78
- Shortcuts82
6 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
7 Using Multimedia93
- Using Diskettes94
- Using the CD/DVD Drive95
  - Inserting a CD or DVD95
- Using Audio DJ on the solo 955096
- Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP98
- Adjusting the Volume in Windows Me, Windows 2000, and Windows 98102
- Listening to Cds in Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Me104
- Listening to Cds in Windows 98105
- Recording and Playing Audio106
  - Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player108
  - Playing a DVD109
- Using Musicmatch110
- Viewing the Display on a Television118
- Capturing Video120
8 Sending and Receiving Faxes121
- Setting up Your Cover Page122
- Sending a Fax124
- Faxing from Programs126
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax126
9 Managing Power127
- Monitoring the Battery Charge128
- Recharging the Battery128
- Changing Batteries129
  - Installing a Second Battery131
- Extending Battery Life133
- Changing Power Settings135
  - Changing Speedstep Settings140
  - Changing Power Settings in Windows NT142
10 Travel Tips143
- Modem144
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections144
- Files145
- Security145
- Power146
11 Customizing Your Notebook147
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings148
- Changing the Touchpad Settings159
- Programming the Multi-Function Buttons161
12 Upgrading Your Notebook163
- Adding PC Cards164
- Changing Bay Modules166
  - Changing 5.25-Inch Bay Modules166
  - Changing 3.5-Inch Bay Modules168
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge169
- Installing Memory170
- Replacing the Main Hard Drive173
13 Using the Port Replicator and Docking Station177
- Checking out the Port Replicator177
- Connecting to the Port Replicator183
- Checking out the Docking Station185
- Connecting to the Docking Station191
  - Adjusting Audio Settings192
- Installing a PCI Card in the Docking Station193
14 Networking Your Notebook197
- Using a Network198
- Introducing the Gateway Connected Home200
  - Components of a Gateway Connected Home201
- Selecting a Network Connection202
- Network Shopping List208
- For more Information211
15 Moving from Your Old Computer213
- Transferring Software and Hardware from Your Old Computer213
16 Maintaining Your Notebook219
- Caring for Your Computer219
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette221
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses225
- Managing Hard Drive Space227
- Recalibrating the Battery235
- Cleaning Your Computer236
17 Restoring Software239
- Reinstalling Device Drivers239
- Windows XP253
- Reinstalling Windows255
  - Reinstalling Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows XP255
  - Reinstalling Windows NT 4.0256
- Reinstalling Programs257
18 Troubleshooting259
- Safety Guidelines260
- Troubleshooting261
  - First Steps261
- Software Support Tools262
- Telephone Support281
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support281
  - Telephone Numbers282
- Tutoring and Training283
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information285
- Important Safety Information285
- Regulatory Compliance Statements287
- Wireless Guidance287
- United States of America289
- European Union294
- Laser Safety Statement300
Index303

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