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Table of Contents

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1 Checking out Your Gateway Notebook7
- Front8
- Left Side10
- Right Side11
- Back13
- Bottom15
- Identifying Your Model17
- Accessories18
2 Getting Started21
- Connecting the AC Adapter22
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems24
- Starting Your Notebook25
  - Waking up Your Notebook26
  - Turning off Your Notebook26
- Switching User Accounts in Windows XP27
- Status Indicators29
- Using the Keyboard31
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad37
  - Using the Touchpad38
- Connecting the Modem40
- Connecting to an Ethernet Network41
  - Broadband Internet Connections41
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device42
3 Getting Help43
- Helpspot44
  - Helpspot Videos46
- Online Help47
- Gateway Web Site48
4 Windows Basics49
- About the Windows Environment50
- Using the Desktop51
  - Using the Start Menu52
- Identifying Window Items53
- Working with Files and Folders55
- Searching for Files61
  - Using the Windows XP, Windows Me, or Windows 2000 Search Utility62
  - Using the Windows 98 Find Utility64
- Working with Documents66
- Shortcuts70
5 Using the Internet71
- Learning about the Internet72
- Setting up an Internet Account73
  - Accessing Your Internet Account74
- Using the World Wide Web75
  - Connecting to a Web Site76
  - Downloading Files77
- Using E-Mail78
  - Sending E-Mail78
  - Checking Your E-Mail79
6 Using Multimedia81
- Using Diskettes82
- Using the CD/DVD Drive83
  - Inserting a CD or DVD83
- Using Audio DJ84
- Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP86
- Adjusting the Volume in Windows Me, Windows 2000, and Windows 9890
- Listening to Cds in Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Me92
- Listening to Cds in Windows 9893
- Recording and Playing Audio94
  - Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player96
  - Playing a DVD97
- Using Musicmatch98
- Viewing the Display on a Television106
- Capturing Video108
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes109
- Setting up Your Cover Page110
- Sending a Fax112
- Faxing from Programs114
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax114
8 Managing Power115
- Monitoring the Battery Charge116
- Recharging the Battery116
- Recalibrating the Battery117
- Changing Batteries118
  - Installing a Second Battery120
- Extending Battery Life122
- Changing Power Settings124
  - Changing Speedstep Settings129
9 Travel Tips131
- Modem132
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections132
- Files133
- Security133
- Power134
10 Customizing Your Notebook135
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings136
- Changing the Touchpad Settings147
- Programming the Multi-Function Buttons149
11 Upgrading Your Notebook151
- Adding PC Cards152
- Changing Bay Modules154
  - Changing 5.25-Inch Bay Modules154
  - Changing 3.5-Inch Bay Modules156
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge157
- Installing Memory158
- Replacing the Main Hard Drive161
12 Using the Port Replicator and Docking Station165
- Checking out the Port Replicator165
- Connecting to the Port Replicator171
- Checking out the Docking Station173
- Connecting to the Docking Station179
  - Adjusting Audio Settings180
- Installing a PCI Card in the Docking Station181
13 Networking Your Notebook185
- The Benefits of Using a Network186
- Example Network188
- Selecting a Network Connection189
- Using a Wireless Network195
- For more Information232
14 Moving from Your Old Computer233
- Transferring Software and Hardware from Your Old Computer233
15 Maintaining Your Notebook239
- Caring for Your Computer239
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette241
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses245
- Managing Hard Drive Space247
- Cleaning Your Computer255
16 Restoring Software259
- Reinstalling Device Drivers259
- Updating Device Drivers261
- Reinstalling Windows263
- Reinstalling Programs265
17 Troubleshooting267
- Safety Guidelines268
- Troubleshooting269
  - First Steps269
- Software Support Tools270
- Telephone Support289
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support289
  - Telephone Numbers290
- Tutoring and Training291
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information293
- Important Safety Information293
- Regulatory Compliance Statements295
- Wireless Guidance295
- United States of America297
- European Union302
- Laser Safety Statement308
Index311

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