Contents
Checking Out Your Gateway200
Front
Left side
Right side
Back
Bottom
Keyboard area
Identifying your model
Gateway model number
Gateway serial number
Internal wireless label
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
Finding your specifications
Accessories
Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters
Carrying cases
Docking station
Peripheral devices
Memory
Printers
Checking Out Your Gateway 200 Docking Station
Top
Front
Left Side
Right Side
Back
Bottom
Getting Started
Connecting the ACadapter
Protecting from power source problems
Starting your notebook
Waking up your notebook
Turning off your notebook
Restarting (rebooting) your notebook
Connecting to the docking station
Separating from the docking station
Status indicators
Using the keyboard
Key types
System key combinations
Internet button
Using the EZPad touchpad
Using the touchpad
Connecting the modem
Connecting to a wired Ethernet network
Broadband Internet connections
Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device
Getting Help
HelpSpot
Searching for a topic
HelpSpot videos
Online help
Gateway Web site
Using eSupport
Support Home tab
Downloads tab
Contact Us tab
Account Info tab
Windows Basics
About the Windows environment
Using the desktop
Using the Start menu
Adding icons to the desktop
Identifying window items
Working with files and folders
Viewing drives
Creating folders
Copying and moving files and folders
Deleting files and folders
Browsing for files and folders
Searching for files
Using the Windows Search utility
Using advanced search options
Working with documents
Creating a new document
Saving a document
Opening a document
Printing a document
Shortcuts
Using the Internet
Learning about the Internet
Setting up an Internet account
Accessing your Internet account
Using the WorldWideWeb
Connecting to a Website
Downloading files
Using e-mail
Sending e-mail
Checking your e-mail
Using Multimedia
Using drives
Using the diskette drive
Using the DVD or recordable CD drive
Identifying drive types
Inserting a CD or DVD
Changing drives
Adjusting the volume
Adjusting the volume in WindowsXP
Adjusting the volume in Windows2000
Listening to CDs
Listening to CDs in WindowsXP
Listening to CDs in Windows2000
Recording and playing audio
Playing audio and video files with the WindowsMediaPlayer
Using MusicMatch
Playing CDs
Creating MP3 music files
Editing track information
Building a music library
Changing the music library display settings
Listening to Internet radio
Using advanced features
Using a recordable CD drive
Creating data CDs
Creating music CDs
Copying CDs
Playing a DVD
Capturing video
Sending and Receiving Faxes
Installing and configuring Fax
Installing Fax in WindowsXP
Configuring Fax in WindowsXP
Configuring Fax in Windows2000
Sending a simple fax
Setting up your cover page template
Faxing from programs
Faxing a scanned document
Receiving and viewing a fax
Canceling a fax
Automatically retry sending a fax in WindowsXP
Automatically cancelling a fax in WindowsXP
Managing Power
Monitoring the battery charge
Recharging the battery
Recalibrating the battery
Changing batteries
Extending battery life
Conserving battery power
Using alternate power sources
Changing power modes
Using power saving modes
Changing power settings
Changing the power scheme
Changing alarm options
Changing advanced settings
Activating and using Hibernate mode
Changing SpeedStep settings
Travel Tips
Modem
Radio frequency wireless connections
Files
Security
Power
Additional tips
Customizing Your Computer
Adjusting the screen and desktop settings
Adjusting the color depth
Adjusting the screen resolution
Changing the colors on your Windows desktop
Changing the desktop background
Selecting a screen saver
Changing the touchpad settings
Adding and modifying user accounts
User account tips
Networking Your Computer
Benefits of networking
Sharing a single Internet connection
Sharing drives
Sharing peripheral devices
Streaming audio and video files
Playing multi-player games
Selecting a network connection
Wired Ethernet network
Wireless Ethernet network
Using a wired Ethernet network
Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet
Example wired Ethernet network
Equipment you need for a wired Ethernet network
Using a wireless Ethernet network
Example access point wireless Ethernet network
Equipment you need for an access point wireless Ethernet network
Example peer-to-peer wireless Ethernet network
Equipment you need for a peer-to-peer wireless Ethernet network
For more information
Using your notebook on a network
Installing and configuring your notebook for Ethernet networking
Turning your wireless Ethernet on or off
Moving from Your Old Computer
Using the WindowsXP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
Transferring files
Finding your files
Transferring Internet settings
Setting up your ISP
Transferring your e-mail and address book
Transferring your Internet shortcuts
Installing your old printer or scanner
Installing a USB printer or scanner
Installing a parallel port printer
Installing your old programs
Maintaining Your Computer
Caring for your computer
Creating an emergency startup diskette
Protecting your computer from viruses
Managing hard drive space
Checking hard drive space
Using Disk Cleanup
Checking the hard drive for errors
Defragmenting the hard drive
Backing up files
Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
Cleaning your computer
Cleaning the exterior
Cleaning the keyboard
Cleaning the computer screen
Cleaning the mouse
Restoring Software
Using the Restoration CDs
Reinstalling device drivers
Updating device drivers
Reinstalling programs
Reinstalling Windows
Upgrading Your Notebook
Adding and removing a PCCard
Preventing static electricity discharge
Adding or replacing memory
Troubleshooting
Safety guidelines
First steps
Software support tools
Troubleshooting
CD, DVD, or recordable CD drives
Your notebook does not recognize a disc or the drive
An audio CD does not produce sound
A DVD movie will not play
Cleaning CDs or DVDs
Device installation
You have computer problems after adding a new device
Diskette drive
The diskette drive is not recognized
You see an “Access Denied” or “Write protect” error message
You see a “Disk is full” error message
You see a “Non-system disk”, “NTLDR is missing”, or “Disk error” error message
Display
The screen is too dark
The screen resolution is not correct
The text on the display is dim or difficult to read
The display has pixels that are always dark or too bright
File management
A file was accidentally deleted
Hard drive
You see an “Insufficient disk space” error message
You see a “Data error” message
The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a “General failure reading drive C” error message
You see a “Non-system disk”, “NTLDR is missing”, or “disk” error message
Internet
You cannot connect to the Internet
You see an “Unable to locate host” message and are unable to browse the Internet
Connecting to a Web site takes too long
People are sending you e-mail messages, but you have not received any mail
Keyboard
The built-in keyboard does not work
The external keyboard does not work
A keyboard character keeps repeating or you see a “Keyboard stuck” or “Key failure” error message
Memory
You see a “Memory error” message
You see a “Not enough memory” error message
Modem
Your modem does not dial or does not connect
You cannot connect to the Internet
Your 56K modem does not connect at 56K
Your fax communications program only sends and receives faxes at 14,400bps when you have a 56K m...
The modem is not recognized by your notebook
The modem is noisy when it dials and connects
Mouse
The external mouse does not work
The external mouse works erratically
Networks
You cannot connect to your company network
Passwords
Your notebook does not accept your password
You forgot your startup password
PCCards
You installed a PCCard and now your notebook is having problems
Power
Your notebook is not working on ACpower
Your notebook is not working on battery power
Printer
The printer will not turn on
The printer is on but will not print
You see a “Printer queue is full” error message
You see a “Printer is out of paper” error message
Sound
You are not getting sound from the built-in speakers
Touchpad
The touchpad does not work
Video
The external monitor is not working
Telephone support
Before calling Gateway Technical Support
Telephone numbers
Automated troubleshooting system
Telephone numbers
Tutoring and training
Self-help
Tutoring
Training
Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
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