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Contents Creating discs 30 Using the memory card reader 30 Memory card types 31 Using a memory card 31 Adjusting the volume 32 Configuring the audio jacks 34 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 35 Chapter 4: Advanced Hardware Setup 37 Setting up ... front bezel 51 Closing the case 52 Replacing the front bezel 52 Replacing the side panel 52 Adding or replacing memory 53 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 55 Replacing the memory card reader 57 Adding or replacing a hard drive 59 Replacing the front fan 61 Replacing the rear fan 64...
Contents Creating discs 30 Using the memory card reader 30 Memory card types 31 Using a memory card 31 Adjusting the volume 32 Configuring the audio jacks 34 Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 35 Chapter 4: Advanced Hardware Setup 37 Setting up ... front bezel 51 Closing the case 52 Replacing the front bezel 52 Replacing the side panel 52 Adding or replacing memory 53 Adding or replacing an optical disc drive 55 Replacing the memory card reader 57 Adding or replacing a hard drive 59 Replacing the front fan 61 Replacing the rear fan 64...
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Contents Hard drive 107 Internet 108 Keyboard 109 Media Center 110 Memory 113 Memory card reader 113 Modem (cable or DSL 114 Modem (dial-up 114 Monitor 117 Mouse 118 Networks 119 Passwords 119 Power 119 Printer 120 Sound ... Microsoft System Restore 128 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . 131 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 132 Telephone support 133 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 133 Telephone numbers 134 Self-help 135 Tutoring 135 Training 135 Appendix A: Legal Notices 137 Index 147 iv
Contents Hard drive 107 Internet 108 Keyboard 109 Media Center 110 Memory 113 Memory card reader 113 Modem (cable or DSL 114 Modem (dial-up 114 Monitor 117 Mouse 118 Networks 119 Passwords 119 Power 119 Printer 120 Sound ... Microsoft System Restore 128 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . 131 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 132 Telephone support 133 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 133 Telephone numbers 134 Self-help 135 Tutoring 135 Training 135 Appendix A: Legal Notices 137 Index 147 iv
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...large files onto recordable discs (depending on page 26. Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Optical disc drive Additional drive bay Memory card reader and USB port (optional) Power button/ power indicator Hard drive indicator IEEE 1394 ports USB ports Headphone jack Microphone ...jack Component Icon Optical disc drive Additional drive bay Memory card reader (optional) Description Use this bay, such as an additional optical drive, a removable hard drive, or a system monitor ...
...large files onto recordable discs (depending on page 26. Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Optical disc drive Additional drive bay Memory card reader and USB port (optional) Power button/ power indicator Hard drive indicator IEEE 1394 ports USB ports Headphone jack Microphone ...jack Component Icon Optical disc drive Additional drive bay Memory card reader (optional) Description Use this bay, such as an additional optical drive, a removable hard drive, or a system monitor ...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 13
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Preparing power connections • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting a dial-up modem • Starting your computer • Turning off your computer • Restarting (rebooting) your computer • Using the keyboard • Using the mouse • Using optical drives • Using the memory card reader • Adjusting the volume • Configuring the audio jacks • Installing a printer, scanner, or other device 13
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... Guide. You can use the memory card reader to your computer and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. (Your computer's memory card reader may look different.) Memory card reader slots Activity indicator 30 Using the memory card reader You can also create... video files from a digital camera to transfer data between your computer. Copying optical discs You can also use the optional memory card reader to make backups of your online User Guide. You can copy optical discs to transfer pictures from home video. For more...
... Guide. You can use the memory card reader to your computer and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. (Your computer's memory card reader may look different.) Memory card reader slots Activity indicator 30 Using the memory card reader You can also create... video files from a digital camera to transfer data between your computer. Copying optical discs You can also use the optional memory card reader to make backups of your online User Guide. You can copy optical discs to transfer pictures from home video. For more...
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... the reader. You could damage the card reader. Also, remove the memory card from one memory card type to re-enable the memory card reader. 31 Using a memory card Caution Before inserting a memory card into the appropriate memory card slot. 2 To access a file on the memory card, click (Start), then click Computer. Caution Do not remove the... E: and F: drives) so data can be transferred from the reader before you will have to restart the computer to another. Each slot is blinking. www.gateway.com Memory card types The memory card reader supports several...
... the reader. You could damage the card reader. Also, remove the memory card from one memory card type to re-enable the memory card reader. 31 Using a memory card Caution Before inserting a memory card into the appropriate memory card slot. 2 To access a file on the memory card, click (Start), then click Computer. Caution Do not remove the... E: and F: drives) so data can be transferred from the reader before you will have to restart the computer to another. Each slot is blinking. www.gateway.com Memory card types The memory card reader supports several...
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CHAPTER5 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Adding or replacing memory • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the front fan • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink and processor • Replacing the I/O board • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system battery • Replacing the system board 47
CHAPTER5 Upgrading Your Computer • Preventing static electricity discharge • Opening the case • Closing the case • Adding or replacing memory • Adding or replacing an optical disc drive • Replacing the memory card reader • Adding or replacing a hard drive • Replacing the front fan • Replacing the rear fan • Replacing the power supply • Replacing the heat sink and processor • Replacing the I/O board • Adding or replacing an expansion card • Replacing the system battery • Replacing the system board 47
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www.gateway.com 2 Insert the bottom edge of the side panel into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrew. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. To install or replace DIMM memory: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in toward the top of memory module for your computer on its side. ... then swing the side panel in "Removing the side panel" on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 53 Adding or replacing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of the computer to secure it on page 49. 2 For more stability, place your...
www.gateway.com 2 Insert the bottom edge of the side panel into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrew. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. To install or replace DIMM memory: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in toward the top of memory module for your computer on its side. ... then swing the side panel in "Removing the side panel" on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 53 Adding or replacing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of the computer to secure it on page 49. 2 For more stability, place your...
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... banks on page 52. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 54 Caution Make sure that you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the same type into place to its upright position. 7 Replace the side panel ... following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on your system board. OR If you install modules of the memory module bank. 5 Align the notches on the new DIMM with the notches on the memory module bank, then press the module firmly into the bank. The tabs on the sides of the...
... banks on page 52. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. 54 Caution Make sure that you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the same type into place to its upright position. 7 Replace the side panel ... following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on your system board. OR If you install modules of the memory module bank. 5 Align the notches on the new DIMM with the notches on the memory module bank, then press the module firmly into the bank. The tabs on the sides of the...
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www.gateway.com 9 Turn on page 51. Important The color and shape of your replacement drive's front cover may vary from the drive, noting their locations and ...-click Computer, then click Properties. You will reconnect the cables after you are installing a new drive, slide the drive release latch toward the back of memory in "Removing the front bezel" on your computer is displayed.
www.gateway.com 9 Turn on page 51. Important The color and shape of your replacement drive's front cover may vary from the drive, noting their locations and ...-click Computer, then click Properties. You will reconnect the cables after you are installing a new drive, slide the drive release latch toward the back of memory in "Removing the front bezel" on your computer is displayed.
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...the new drive to be the same. www.gateway.com 7 If you are installing a new drive, follow the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Slide the new drive into place. If you install the new memory card reader.) 57 Replacing the memory card reader To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel ...the drive into the drive bay, line up the thumbscrew hole on the drive bay with the screw hole on page 51. 3 Disconnect the memory card reader cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you are installing a new drive, follow the manufacturer's ...
...the new drive to be the same. www.gateway.com 7 If you are installing a new drive, follow the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Slide the new drive into place. If you install the new memory card reader.) 57 Replacing the memory card reader To replace the memory card reader: 1 Remove the side panel ...the drive into the drive bay, line up the thumbscrew hole on the drive bay with the screw hole on page 51. 3 Disconnect the memory card reader cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you are installing a new drive, follow the manufacturer's ...
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Use caution when you remove the old heat sink so you must apply a new bead of paste to the heat sink when re-installing it . If you damage the thermal paste, you do not damage the thermal paste. Caution The heat sink has thermal paste located on your system board. 7 Gently pull the plastic tabs away from the computer. 6 Find the memory module banks on the bottom of it . 76 CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Remove the fan cover by holding cables out of the way and pulling the cover away from the sides of the memory modules, then remove them.
Use caution when you remove the old heat sink so you must apply a new bead of paste to the heat sink when re-installing it . If you damage the thermal paste, you do not damage the thermal paste. Caution The heat sink has thermal paste located on your system board. 7 Gently pull the plastic tabs away from the computer. 6 Find the memory module banks on the bottom of it . 76 CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Remove the fan cover by holding cables out of the way and pulling the cover away from the sides of the memory modules, then remove them.
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.... Caution Do not touch the contacts on page 71. 80 You can cause electrostatic damage to the system board. 19 Align the notches on the memory modules with the notches on the sides of the expansion card. AUX power IDE Power Fan (rear) Front panel audio SATA 6 SATA 5 SATA 4 SATA 3 SATA... card. 20 Install the expansion cards into the banks. For more details, see "Adding or replacing an expansion card" on the bottom part of the memory modules should secure the memory modules automatically. The tabs on the memory module banks and press the modules firmly into the expansion slots.
.... Caution Do not touch the contacts on page 71. 80 You can cause electrostatic damage to the system board. 19 Align the notches on the memory modules with the notches on the sides of the expansion card. AUX power IDE Power Fan (rear) Front panel audio SATA 6 SATA 5 SATA 4 SATA 3 SATA... card. 20 Install the expansion cards into the banks. For more details, see "Adding or replacing an expansion card" on the bottom part of the memory modules should secure the memory modules automatically. The tabs on the memory module banks and press the modules firmly into the expansion slots.
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www.gateway.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are enabled. • Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. You may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean the disc. For more information, see "Cleaning optical discs" on page 88. •...
www.gateway.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are enabled. • Make sure that the drive is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. You may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. • Clean the disc. For more information, see "Cleaning optical discs" on page 88. •...
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... Search Help box, then press ENTER. Memory Help For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. To run the Memory Diagnostic Tool: • Click (Start), type Memory Diagnostic Tool, then press ENTER. You see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs...such as WinDVD). Reboot your computer, and your computer. The non-Media Center computer must be re-installed. 113 www.gateway.com You want to play recorded programs on any computer that your Internet account is set up and connected to inspect your system...
... Search Help box, then press ENTER. Memory Help For more information about troubleshooting memory errors, click Start, then click Help and Support. To run the Memory Diagnostic Tool: • Click (Start), type Memory Diagnostic Tool, then press ENTER. You see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs...such as WinDVD). Reboot your computer, and your computer. The non-Media Center computer must be re-installed. 113 www.gateway.com You want to play recorded programs on any computer that your Internet account is set up and connected to inspect your system...
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...not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the printer is online. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 34. Type the phrase sound troubleshooter in the Search Help box, then...Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the volume controls are configured correctly. www.gateway.com 3 Right-click the printer you want to add additional memory to the printer. You see "Adjusting the volume" on page 32. • If you are using external speakers...
...not getting sound from the speakers • Make sure that the printer is online. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory. For more information, see "Configuring the audio jacks" on page 34. Type the phrase sound troubleshooter in the Search Help box, then...Printer is out of paper" error message After adding paper, make sure that the volume controls are configured correctly. www.gateway.com 3 Right-click the printer you want to add additional memory to the printer. You see "Adjusting the volume" on page 32. • If you are using external speakers...
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...C cable modem 17 connecting 9 troubleshooting 114 Caps Lock indicator 22, 23 cards adding expansion 71 inserting memory card 31 installing memory card 31 removing memory card 31 replacing expansion 71 slots 30 troubleshooting add-in card 106 troubleshooting Ethernet 106 troubleshooting expansion 106 ...troubleshooting memory card 113 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 52 opening 49 CD cleaning 88...
...C cable modem 17 connecting 9 troubleshooting 114 Caps Lock indicator 22, 23 cards adding expansion 71 inserting memory card 31 installing memory card 31 removing memory card 31 replacing expansion 71 slots 30 troubleshooting add-in card 106 troubleshooting Ethernet 106 troubleshooting expansion 106 ...troubleshooting memory card 113 types of memory cards supported 31 case closing 52 opening 49 CD cleaning 88...
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Index CD drive adding 55 identifying 27 locating drive 6 replacing 55 See also optical drive troubleshooting 103 cellular phone memory cards 30 Certificate of Authenticity 3 cleaning audio CD 88 case 86 CD 88 computer screen 87 DVD 88 keyboard 87 LCD panel 87 mouse 87 ...
Index CD drive adding 55 identifying 27 locating drive 6 replacing 55 See also optical drive troubleshooting 103 cellular phone memory cards 30 Certificate of Authenticity 3 cleaning audio CD 88 case 86 CD 88 computer screen 87 DVD 88 keyboard 87 LCD panel 87 mouse 87 ...
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www.gateway.com troubleshooting connection speed 116 digital audio out 9 digital camera locating USB port 7, 10 digital video camera locating IEEE 1394 port 7, 10 DIMM See memory directional keys 22, 23 Disk Cleanup 91 Disk Defragmenter 93 display cleaning 87 troubleshooting 105 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 25 dragging 25 drivers recovery ...
www.gateway.com troubleshooting connection speed 116 digital audio out 9 digital camera locating USB port 7, 10 digital video camera locating IEEE 1394 port 7, 10 DIMM See memory directional keys 22, 23 Disk Cleanup 91 Disk Defragmenter 93 display cleaning 87 troubleshooting 105 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 25 dragging 25 drivers recovery ...
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Index replacing 52 front I/O panel replacing 69 function keys 21, 23 G Gateway contact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 2 Gateway Recovery Center re-installing drivers 125 re-installing programs 125 re-installing software 125 H hard drive adding 59 backing up files 94 checking for errors ... video camera 35 DVD drive 55 expansion card 71 front bezel 51 front fan 61 front I/O panel 69 hard drive 59 heat sink 67 memory 53 memory card reader 57 peripheral devices 35 power supply 66 printer 35 processor 67 rear fan 64 scanner 35 side panel 49 system battery 74 system...
Index replacing 52 front I/O panel replacing 69 function keys 21, 23 G Gateway contact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 2 Gateway Recovery Center re-installing drivers 125 re-installing programs 125 re-installing software 125 H hard drive adding 59 backing up files 94 checking for errors ... video camera 35 DVD drive 55 expansion card 71 front bezel 51 front fan 61 front I/O panel 69 hard drive 59 heat sink 67 memory 53 memory card reader 57 peripheral devices 35 power supply 66 printer 35 processor 67 rear fan 64 scanner 35 side panel 49 system battery 74 system...