Benutzerhandbuch für Gateway 600ygr

Inhaltsverzeichnis

• Contents

  3
• Checking Out Your Gateway600

  11
  • Front

    12
  • Left side

    13
  • Right side

    15
  • Back

    16
  • Bottom

    18
  • Keyboard area

    20
  • Identifying your model

    22
    • Gateway model number

      22
    • Gateway serial number

      22
    • Internal wireless label

      23
    • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity

      23
  • Finding your specifications

    24
  • Accessories

    26
    • Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters

      26
    • Carrying cases

      26
    • Port replicators

      26
    • Peripheral devices

      26
    • Memory

      26
    • Printers

      27
• Getting Started

  29
  • Connecting the ACadapter

    30
    • Protecting from power source problems

      32
  • Starting your notebook

    33
    • Waking up your notebook

      34
  • Turning off your notebook

    34
  • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook

    35
  • Status indicators

    36
  • Using the keyboard

    38
    • Key types

      39
    • System key combinations

      40
  • Multi-function buttons

    42
  • Using the EZPad touchpad

    43
    • Using the touchpad

      44
  • Connecting the modem

    46
  • Connecting to a wired Ethernet network

    47
    • Broadband Internet connections

      48
  • Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device

    48
• Getting Help

  49
  • HelpSpot

    50
    • Searching for a topic

      52
    • HelpSpot videos

      53
  • Online help

    54
  • Gateway Web site

    55
    • Using eSupport

      56
      • Support Home tab

        56
      • Downloads tab

        56
      • Contact Us tab

        56
      • Account Info tab

        56
• Windows Basics

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  • About the Windows environment

    58
  • Using the desktop

    59
    • Using the Start menu

      59
    • Adding icons to the desktop

      61
  • Identifying window items

    62
  • Working with files and folders

    64
    • Viewing drives

      64
    • Creating folders

      65
    • Copying and moving files and folders

      67
    • Deleting files and folders

      69
    • Browsing for files and folders

      70
  • Searching for files

    72
    • Using the Windows Search utility

      73
      • Using advanced search options

        74
  • Working with documents

    75
    • Creating a new document

      75
    • Saving a document

      76
    • Opening a document

      77
    • Printing a document

      78
  • Shortcuts

    79
• Using the Internet

  81
  • Learning about the Internet

    82
  • Setting up an Internet account

    83
    • Accessing your Internet account

      84
  • Using the WorldWideWeb

    85
    • Connecting to a Website

      86
    • Downloading files

      87
  • Using e-mail

    88
    • Sending e-mail

      88
    • Checking your e-mail

      89
• Using Multimedia

  91
  • Using the diskette drive

    92
  • Using the DVD or recordable CD drive

    94
    • Identifying drive types

      94
    • Inserting a CD or DVD

      95
  • Adjusting the volume

    96
    • Adjusting the volume in WindowsXP

      96
    • Adjusting the volume in Windows2000

      99
  • Using AudioDJ

    101
    • AudioDJ controls

      102
    • Assigning music to play channels

      103
    • Playing your play channels

      105
  • Listening to CDs

    106
    • Listening to CDs in WindowsXP

      106
    • Listening to CDs in Windows2000

      108
  • Recording and playing audio

    109
  • Playing audio and video files with the WindowsMediaPlayer

    111
  • Using MusicMatch

    113
    • Playing CDs

      113
    • Creating MP3 music files

      115
    • Editing track information

      118
    • Building a music library

      119
    • Changing the music library display settings

      120
    • Listening to Internet radio

      121
    • Using advanced features

      122
  • Using a recordable CD drive

    122
    • Creating data CDs

      122
    • Creating music CDs

      126
    • Copying CDs

      131
  • Playing a DVD

    136
  • Viewing the display on a television

    138
  • Capturing video

    141
• Sending and Receiving Faxes

  143
  • Installing and configuring Fax

    144
    • Installing Fax in WindowsXP

      144
    • Configuring Fax in WindowsXP

      145
    • Configuring Fax in Windows2000

      147
  • Sending a simple fax

    149
  • Setting up your cover page template

    150
  • Faxing from programs

    151
  • Faxing a scanned document

    152
  • Receiving and viewing a fax

    152
  • Canceling a fax

    153
  • Automatically retry sending a fax in WindowsXP

    154
  • Automatically cancelling a fax in WindowsXP

    155
• Managing Power

  157
  • Monitoring the battery charge

    158
  • Recharging the battery

    159
  • Recalibrating the battery

    160
  • Changing batteries

    161
    • Replacing the main battery

      161
    • Installing a secondary battery

      163
  • Extending battery life

    166
    • Conserving battery power

      166
    • Using alternate power sources

      166
    • Changing power modes

      167
      • Using power saving modes

        167
  • Changing power settings

    168
    • Changing the power scheme

      168
    • Changing alarm options

      170
    • Changing advanced settings

      171
    • Activating and using Hibernate mode

      172
    • Changing SpeedStep settings

      174
• Travel Tips

  177
  • Modem

    178
  • Radio frequency wireless connections

    178
  • Files

    179
  • Security

    179
  • Power

    180
  • Additional tips

    181
• Customizing Your Computer

  183
  • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings

    184
    • Adjusting the color depth

      184
    • Adjusting the screen resolution

      186
    • Changing the colors on your Windows desktop

      187
    • Changing the desktop background

      190
    • Selecting a screen saver

      193
  • Changing the touchpad settings

    195
  • Adding and modifying user accounts

    197
    • User account tips

      197
• Networking Your Computer

  199
  • Benefits of networking

    200
    • Sharing a single Internet connection

      200
    • Sharing drives

      200
    • Sharing peripheral devices

      201
    • Streaming audio and video files

      201
    • Playing multi-player games

      201
  • Selecting a network connection

    202
    • Wired Ethernet network

      202
    • Wireless Ethernet (IEEE 802.11a or IEEE802.11b) network

      202
  • Using a wired Ethernet network

    203
    • Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet

      203
    • Example wired Ethernet network

      204
    • Equipment you need for a wired Ethernet network

      205
  • Using a wireless Ethernet network

    206
    • Example access point wireless Ethernet network

      207
    • Equipment you need for an access point wireless Ethernet network

      208
    • Example peer-to-peer wireless Ethernet network

      209
    • Equipment you need for a peer-to-peer wireless Ethernet network

      210
    • For more information

      210
  • Using your notebook on a network

    211
    • Installing and configuring your notebook for Ethernet networking

      211
    • Turning your wireless Ethernet on or off

      211
• Moving from Your Old Computer

  213
  • Using the WindowsXP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard

    214
  • Transferring files

    215
    • Finding your files

      215
  • Transferring Internet settings

    217
    • Setting up your ISP

      217
    • Transferring your e-mail and address book

      218
    • Transferring your Internet shortcuts

      218
  • Installing your old printer or scanner

    218
    • Installing a USB printer or scanner

      218
    • Installing a parallel port printer

      219
  • Installing your old programs

    220
• Maintaining Your Computer

  221
  • Caring for your computer

    222
  • Creating an emergency startup diskette

    224
  • Protecting your computer from viruses

    226
  • Managing hard drive space

    229
    • Checking hard drive space

      229
    • Using Disk Cleanup

      230
    • Checking the hard drive for errors

      231
    • Defragmenting the hard drive

      233
    • Backing up files

      235
    • Using the Scheduled Task Wizard

      236
  • Cleaning your computer

    238
    • Cleaning the exterior

      238
    • Cleaning the keyboard

      239
    • Cleaning the computer screen

      239
    • Cleaning the mouse

      239
• Restoring Software

  241
  • Using the Restoration CDs

    242
  • Reinstalling device drivers

    243
  • Updating device drivers

    245
  • Reinstalling programs

    247
  • Reinstalling Windows

    250
• Upgrading Your Notebook

  253
  • Adding and removing a PCCard

    254
  • Changing drives

    256
  • Preventing static electricity discharge

    259
  • Adding or replacing memory

    261
  • Replacing the main hard drive kit

    265
• Using the Gateway 600 Port Replicator

  269
  • Front

    270
  • Back

    271
  • Connecting to the port replicator

    273
    • Attaching to the port replicator

      273
    • Disconnecting from the port replicator

      274
  • Securing your port replicator

    276
• Troubleshooting

  277
  • Safety guidelines

    278
  • First steps

    279
  • Software support tools

    279
  • Troubleshooting

    280
    • CD or DVD drives

      280
      • Your notebook does not recognize a disc or the drive

        280
      • An audio CD does not produce sound

        280
      • A DVD movie will not play

        281
      • A DVD does not produce sound on a TV

        282
    • Cleaning CDs or DVDs

      282
    • Device installation

      282
      • You have computer problems after adding a new device

        282
    • Diskette drive

      283
      • The diskette drive is not recognized

        283
      • You see an “Access Denied” or “Write protect” error message

        283
      • You see a “Disk is full” error message

        284
      • You see a “Non-system disk”, “NTLDR is missing”, or “Disk error” error message

        284
      • The modular drive status indicator is lit continuously

        284
    • Display

      284
      • The screen is too dark

        284
      • The screen resolution is not correct

        284
      • The text on the display is dim or difficult to read

        285
      • The display has pixels that are always dark or too bright

        285
    • File management

      285
      • A file was accidentally deleted

        285
    • Hard drive

      286
      • You see an “Insufficient disk space” error message

        286
      • You see a “Data error” message

        286
      • The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a “General failure reading drive C” error message

        286
      • You see a “Non-system disk”, “NTLDR is missing”, or “disk” error message

        287
      • The secondary hard drive is not recognized

        287
    • Internet

      287
      • You cannot connect to the Internet

        287
      • You see an “Unable to locate host” message and are unable to browse the Internet

        288
      • Connecting to a Web site takes too long

        288
      • People are sending you e-mail messages, but you have not received any mail

        288
    • Keyboard

      288
      • The built-in keyboard does not work

        288
      • The external keyboard does not work

        288
      • A keyboard character keeps repeating or you see a “Keyboard stuck” or “Key failure” error message

        289
    • Memory

      289
      • You see a “Memory error” message

        289
      • You see a “Not enough memory” error message

        289
    • Modem

      289
      • Your modem does not dial or does not connect

        289
      • You cannot connect to the Internet

        291
      • Your 56K modem does not connect at 56K

        291
      • Your fax communications program only sends and receives faxes at 14,400bps when you have a 56K m...

        292
      • The modem is not recognized by your notebook

        292
      • The modem is noisy when it dials and connects

        294
    • Mouse

      294
      • The external mouse does not work

        294
      • The external mouse works erratically

        295
    • Networks

      295
      • You cannot connect to your company network

        295
    • Passwords

      295
      • Your notebook does not accept your password

        295
      • You forgot your startup password

        295
    • PCCards

      296
      • You installed a PCCard and now your notebook is having problems

        296
    • Power

      296
      • Your notebook is not working on ACpower

        296
      • Your notebook is not working on battery power

        296
      • Your notebook will not turn off, even after pressing the power button for five seconds

        296
    • Printer

      297
      • The printer will not turn on

        297
      • The printer is on but will not print

        297
      • You see a “Printer queue is full” error message

        298
      • You see a “Printer is out of paper” error message

        299
    • Sound

      299
      • You are not getting sound from the built-in speakers

        299
      • You are not getting sound from headphones plugged into the port replicator

        299
    • Touchpad

      299
      • The touchpad does not work

        299
    • Video

      300
      • The external monitor is not working

        300
      • TV out is not working

        300
  • Telephone support

    301
    • Before calling Gateway Technical Support

      301
    • Telephone numbers

      302
      • Automated troubleshooting system

        302
      • Telephone numbers

        302
  • Tutoring and training

    303
    • Self-help

      303
    • Tutoring

      303
    • Training

      304
• Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

  305
• Index

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  • B

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  • C

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  • D

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  • E

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  • F

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  • G

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  • Z

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