Contents
Checking Out Your Gateway400
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
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
Status indicators
Using the keyboard
Key types
System key combinations
Multi-function buttons
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
Do More With Gateway
Online help
Gateway Web site
Using eSupport
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
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
Adjusting the volume
Adjusting the volume in WindowsXP
Adjusting the volume in Windows2000
Recording and playing audio
Playing audio and video files with the WindowsMediaPlayer
Using the optional diskette drive
Using the CD or DVD drive
Identifying drive types
Inserting a CD or DVD
Listening to CDs
Listening to CDs in WindowsXP
Listening to CDs in Windows2000
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
Playing a DVD
Using a recordable drive
Creating data CDs
Creating music CDs
Copying CDs
Using the optional memory card reader
Memory card types
Inserting a memory card
Connecting a digital camera
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
Replacing the battery
Extending battery life
Conserving battery power
Using alternate power sources
Changing power 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
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
Replacing the hard drive kit
Troubleshooting
Safety guidelines
First steps
Software support tools
Troubleshooting
CD or DVD drives
Cleaning CDs or DVDs
Device installation
Diskette drive
Display
File management
Hard drive
Internet
Keyboard
Memory
Memory card reader
Modem
Mouse
Networks
Passwords
PCCards
Power
Printer
Sound
Video
Telephone support
Before calling Gateway Technical Support
Telephone numbers
Tutoring and training
Self-help
Tutoring
Training
Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
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