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Gateway C-140 User Manual

Chapter 1: About this reference

About this guide

Gateway contact information

For more information

Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook

Front

Right

Bottom

Keyboard area

Chapter 3: Using Your Gateway Notebook

Connecting the AC adapter

Protecting from power source problems

Connecting the dial-up modem

Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a network

Starting your notebook

Restarting (rebooting) your notebook

Using the status indicators

Using the keyboard

Key types

System key combinations

Using the EZ Pad touchpad

Adjusting the volume

Turning your wireless radio on or off

Chapter 4: Using Accessories

Using the memory card reader

Removing a memory card

Using an optional port replicator

Connecting a USB printer, scanner, or digital camera

Viewing the display on a projector or monitor

Ordering accessories

Chapter 5: Managing Power

Monitoring the battery charge

Changing batteries

Recalibrating the battery

Extending battery life

Using alternate power sources

Changing notebook power settings

Changing the power scheme

Changing alarm options

Changing advanced settings

Activating and using Hibernate mode

Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

Packing your notebook

Radio frequency wireless connections

Files

Power

Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

Caring for your notebook

Cleaning your notebook

Cleaning the keyboard

Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

Preventing static electricity discharge

Adding or replacing memory modules

Replacing the hard drive kit

Chapter 9: Troubleshooting

Safety guidelines

Troubleshooting

Display

External DVD drives

File management

Internet

Keyboard

Media Center

Memory

Memory card reader

Mouse

Networks (wired)

Networks (wireless)

Passwords

Printer

Sound

Touchpad

Telephone support

Telephone numbers

Self-help

Training

Information

Important safety information

Regulatory compliance statements

united states of america

Canada

Japan

Laser safety statement

Notices

Index

C-140

Chapter 1: Getting Help

Thank you for purchasing our notebook

Using Support

Help and Support

Getting help in Media Center

Online help

Chapter 2: Using Windows XP

About the Windows desktop

Using the Start menu

Adding icons to the desktop

Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005

Using Tablet PC extensions

Working with files and folders

Creating folders

Copying and moving files and folders

Deleting files and folders

Browsing for files and folders

Searching for files

Working with documents

Saving a document

Opening a document

Shortcuts

Chapter 3: Recovering Your System

System recovery options

Creating drivers and applications recovery discs

Copying drivers and applications recovery files to a network

Creating discs from recovery files on a network

Recovering your system

Recovering your system using Microsoft System Restore

Recovering your system from the hard drive

Chapter 4: Using the Internet

Learning about the Internet

Setting up an Internet account

Connecting to a Web site

Downloading files

Sending e-mail

Chapter 5: Protecting your notebook

Hardware security

Data security

Protecting your notebook from viruses

Using McAfee SecurityCenter

Using Windows XP Security Center

Security updates

BigFix

Chapter 6: Using Multimedia

Playing music and movies

Playing audio and video files

Creating audio files and music libraries

Building a music library

Editing track information

Creating and editing videos

Editing your video

Saving your video

Creating a video DVD

Creating and copying data CDs and DVDs

Advanced multimedia software features

Chapter 7: Wireless Networking

Wireless networking

Setting up your wireless network

Setting up your notebook

Testing your network

Sharing resources

Using the network

Opening files across the network

Connecting to hotspots

Chapter 8: Sending and Receiving Faxes

Installing and configuring Fax

Sending a simple fax

Setting up your cover page template

Faxing a scanned document

Automatically retry sending a fax

Chapter 9: Customizing Your Notebook

Adjusting the screen and desktop settings

adjusting the screen resolution

Changing the colors on your Windows desktop

Changing the desktop background

Selecting a screen saver

Using an extended desktop

Changing the mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings

Changing touchpad or pointing device settings

Adjusting tablet and pen settings

Programming the buttons

Adding and modifying user accounts

Chapter 10: Maintaining Your Notebook

Updating Windows

Managing hard drive space

Deleting unnecessary files

Defragmenting the hard drive

Backing up files

Scheduling maintenance tasks

Transferring files

Transferring Internet settings

Installing your old printer or scanner

Chapter 1: About This Reference

Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity

Left

Back

LCD panel

Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started

Working safely and comfortably

Setting up your computer desk and chair

Connecting to a broadband modem or network

Connecting the optional dial-up modem

Waking up your notebook

Using the optional fingerprint reader

Enrolling your fingerprints

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