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Using Your
Solo 1100
Contents
Learning about
Your Notebook
Keyboard and
LCD
Right
side
Left
side
Back
Top
Bottom
Status
indicators
Accessories
Identifying your
model
For more
information...
·
Microsoft Windows®
manual
·
Welcome to Windows
·
Online help
·
Gateway Web site
Viewing
technical
specifications
Getting Started
Connecting your
AC power
adapter
Starting your
notebook
Windows98
basics
Learning about Your
Notebook
This chapter shows the features that are available on your notebook. It
also describes the various resources that you can access for more
information.
Keyboard and LCD
Component Description
A Color Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD)
Provides sharp resolution with
backlighting.
B
Keyboard
Provides the functionality of a
desktop keyboard.
C
EZ PadTM touchpad
Controls pointer movement.
Right side
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The Windows
desktop
·
Working with
windows
·
Starting a program
using the Start menu
·
Managing files and
folders
·
Browsing and
searching for files
Using the
Keyboard and
Touchpad
Using the
keyboard
·
Function
combination keys
·
Pad lock keys
Using your
EZPad touchpad
Using Multimedia
Installing
programs or
using multimedia
CDs
Listening to
music
Adjusting the
volume
Recording and
playing audio
Adjusting the
screen settings
Using the Internet
Learning about
the Internet
Using gateway.
net
Component Icon Description
A
CD drive
Insert data or audio CD
discs into this drive.
B CD eject
button
Press to eject the CD
discs tray from the
drive.
C
Volume wheel
Use to adjust volume for
built-in speakers,
external speakers, and
headphones. Other port
volume levels are
controlled by multimedia
programs.
D
Modem port
Insert modem cable into
this port.
.
Left side
Component Icon Description
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·
Setting up an
account
·
Connecting to your
account
·
Disconnecting from
your account
Using the World
Wide Web
·
Visiting a Web site
·
Using links
·
Using the toolbar
buttons
Downloading
files
Using email
·
Sending e-mail
·
Checking your e-mail
Maintaining Your
Computer
Caring for your
computer
Protecting from
power source
problems
·
Surge suppressors
Creating an
emergency
startup diskette
Scanning the
hard drive for
errors
Defragmenting
the hard drive
Protecting your
computer from
viruses
Managing hard
drive space
·
Checking hard drive
space
·
Backing up files
A PC Card eject
buttons
Press an eject button
to remove PC Cards
from PC Card slots.
See
"Using PC Cards"
for more information.
B
PC Card slots
Insert PC Cards Type I,
II, or III into these
slots. See
"Using
PC Cards" for more
information.
C
Diskette drive
Insert a standard 3.5inch diskette into this
drive.
D Diskette drive
eject button
Press the eject button
to remove a diskette
from the drive.
Back
Component Icon Description
A Kensington lock
slot
Secure your
notebook to an
immovable object
by connecting a
Kensington cable
lock to this slot.
B
Parallel port
Connect a parallel
device such as a
printer to this
port.
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Deleting
unnecessary files
Cleaning your
computer
·
Cleaning the
keyboard
·
Cleaning the screen
·
Cleaning the exterior
·
Cleaning the
external mouse
Managing Power
Use
Checking battery
status
Maximizing
battery life
Changing
batteries
Recalibrating the
battery
Changing power
management
settings
·
Opening Power
Management
Properties
·
Setting power
schemes
·
Changing alarm
settings
·
Hibernation mode
Upgrading Your
Notebook
Preventing static
electricity
Using
PCCards
Installing
memory
C
Serial port
Connect a serial
device to this
port such as a
digital camera.
D
VGA port
Connect a
monitor cable to
this port.
E Speaker out/
headphone port
Connect external
speakers or
headphones to
this port.
Supports small
unamplified
speakers. (1/8inch/3.5-mm
jack)
F External
microphone port
Connect an
external
microphone to
this port to
record audio.
(1/8-inch/3.5mm jack)
G USB (Universal
Serial Bus) port
Plug a USB serial
device into this
port such as a
USB Iomega
Zip
TM
drive.
H PS/2 port
Connect a PS/2
device to this
port such as a
keyboard or
mouse.
I
Power connector
Connect the AC
power adapter to
this port.
Top
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Replacing the
hard disk drive
Restoring Files and
Programs
Using Gateway
GoBack
·
Before you use
Gateway GoBack
·
Recovering a file
·
Reverting to a
previous hard drive
configuration
·
What to do when
your computer does
not start
·
Disabling Gateway
GoBack
·
Clearing Gateway
GoBack history
·
Starting your
computer using
adiskette
·
Reinstalling Gateway
GoBack
·
Updating your
Gateway GoBack
software
·
Getting help
·
Backing up your
computer
·
Using disk
compression utilities
·
Using Norton Speed
Disk
Reinstalling
Windows98
Reinstalling
device drivers
Reinstalling
programs
Troubleshooting
·
Safety guidelines
This light turns
on...
when...
A
Power
The notebook is powered by the AC adapter.
Check LED for notebook power status:
● LED on - power is ON.
● LED off - power is OFF or in suspend.
B Battery
charge
The battery is installed. The LED shows
battery activity and status.
● Green - battery fully charged.
● Orange - battery is being charged.
● Red - battery is low.
● Blinking and red - battery is very low.
● Blinking and orange - battery is
malfunctioning.
Bottom
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·
First steps
·
CD drive
·
Device conflicts
·
Diskette drive
·
File management
·
Hard disk drive
·
Internet
·
Keyboard
·
Memory
·
Modem
·
Passwords
·
PC Cards
·
Power
·
Printers
·
ScanDisk
·
Software
·
Sound
·
Video
Getting Help
Before calling for
technical support
Technical
support
resources
Safety and
Regulatory
Information
Index
Component Icon Description
A
Battery bay
Insert battery into
this bay.
B System
identification label
Find the product
model number,
serial number,
display type, and
processor speed
on this label. See
"Identifying your
model" for more
information on
your label.
C
Battery release latch
Slide to release
battery pack.
D
Memory bay
Install or remove
SO-DIMM memory
modules in this
bay.
E
Hard disk drive bay
Open the cover to
replace hard disk
drive.
Status indicators
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This light turns on... when...
A
CD drive
The notebook is
accessing the CD drive.
B
Hard disk
drive
The notebook is
accessing the hard disk
drive.
C
Diskette drive
The notebook is
accessing the diskette
drive.
D
Pad lock The Pad lock is enabled.
E
Caps lock The caps lock is enabled.
F
Scroll lock
The scroll lock is
enabled.
Accessories
Gateway offers various accessories that can help you make the most of
using your Solo notebook:
Batteries
Automobile/airplane
adapters
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Memory
modules
Hard disk
drives
External keyboards, monitors, and
speakers
Network
cards
Printers
Tape backup
units
Software
Carrying
cases
For more information on these or other Gateway accessories for your
notebook, visit our Web site at
www.gateway.com or call 1.800.846.2000.
Identifying your model
The label on the bottom of your computer contains model information that
can help Client Care diagnose your problem if you call for assistance.
Label information varies by model. Two examples are shown here.
a. Revision code and display type/processor size
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b. Gateway model number
c. Gateway serial number
d. Gateway part number
For more information . . .
Gateway has provided these additional documentation resources to help
you get the most out of your Gateway PC.
Microsoft Windows® manual
Use this manual to find information about using the operating system,
getting help, organizing your files, using programs, troubleshooting, and
learning about other advanced features such as connecting to a network.
Welcome to Windows
Use the interactive Windows tutorial, "Discovering Windows 98", to
become more familiar with Windows features and learn more about using
and getting the most out of your computer.
Start the program by clicking Start, then selecting Programs, Accessories,
System Tools, then Welcome to Windows. The Windows tutorial starts.
Online help
Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or
learn how to perform a task while you are using the software. This online
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information is organized so that you can find the information you need
quickly. Most online help information can be accessed by selecting a topic
from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button.
Usually you can search for information by looking for a keyword, browsing
through the contents of the online help, or searching for a topic.
Gateway Web site
Gateway provides a variety of information on its Web site to help you use
your computer.
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Visit the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com for:
Technical documentation and product
manuals
Technical tips and
support
Hardware
drivers
A glossary of computer
terms
Frequently asked questions
(FAQs)
For more information about connecting to the Internet, see "Using the
Internet".
Viewing technical specifications
If you want to knowing your computer processor type, total memory, hard
disk drive size, and other details, view the specifications on the Gateway
Web site.
To view the technical specifications for your computer:
1. Connect the www.gateway.com or other ISP account.
2. Open your Web browser.
3. Click the Tech Support, Technical Documents, then Documentation
Library.
4. Under Systems, click Portables.
5. Find your computer model, then click on the link for its
specifications document. The specifications document shows
technical details of your system.
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Learning about Your
Notebook
This chapter shows the features that are available on your notebook. It
also describes the various resources that you can access for more
information.
Keyboard and LCD
Component Description
A Color Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD)
Provides sharp resolution with
backlighting.
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B
Keyboard
Provides the functionality of a
desktop keyboard.
C
EZ PadTM touchpad
Controls pointer movement.
Right side
Component Icon Description
A
CD drive
Insert data or audio CD
discs into this drive.
B CD eject
button
Press to eject the CD
discs tray from the
drive.
C
Volume wheel
Use to adjust volume for
built-in speakers,
external speakers, and
headphones. Other port
volume levels are
controlled by multimedia
programs.
D
Modem port
Insert modem cable into
this port.
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.
Left side
Component Icon Description
A PC Card eject
buttons
Press an eject button
to remove PC Cards
from PC Card slots.
See
"Using PC Cards"
for more information.
B
PC Card slots
Insert PC Cards Type I,
II, or III into these
slots. See "Using
PC Cards" for more
information.
C
Diskette drive
Insert a standard 3.5inch diskette into this
drive.
D Diskette drive
eject button
Press the eject button
to remove a diskette
from the drive.
Back
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Component Icon Description
A Kensington lock
slot
Secure your
notebook to an
immovable object
by connecting a
Kensington cable
lock to this slot.
B
Parallel port
Connect a parallel
device such as a
printer to this
port.
C
Serial port
Connect a serial
device to this
port such as a
digital camera.
D
VGA port
Connect a
monitor cable to
this port.
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E Speaker out/
headphone port
Connect external
speakers or
headphones to
this port.
Supports small
unamplified
speakers. (1/8inch/3.5-mm
jack)
F External
microphone port
Connect an
external
microphone to
this port to
record audio.
(1/8-inch/3.5mm jack)
G USB (Universal
Serial Bus) port
Plug a USB serial
device into this
port such as a
USB Iomega
Zip
TM
drive.
H PS/2 port
Connect a PS/2
device to this
port such as a
keyboard or
mouse.
I
Power connector
Connect the AC
power adapter to
this port.
Top
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Learning about Your Notebook
This light turns
on...
when...
A
Power
The notebook is powered by the AC adapter.
Check LED for notebook power status:
● LED on - power is ON.
● LED off - power is OFF or in suspend.
B Battery
charge
The battery is installed. The LED shows
battery activity and status.
● Green - battery fully charged.
● Orange - battery is being charged.
● Red - battery is low.
● Blinking and red - battery is very low.
● Blinking and orange - battery is
malfunctioning.
Bottom
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Component Icon Description
A
Battery bay
Insert battery into
this bay.
B System
identification label
Find the product
model number,
serial number,
display type, and
processor speed
on this label. See
"Identifying your
model" for more
information on
your label.
C
Battery release latch
Slide to release
battery pack.
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Learning about Your Notebook
D
Memory bay
Install or remove
SO-DIMM memory
modules in this
bay.
E
Hard disk drive bay
Open the cover to
replace hard disk
drive.
Status indicators
This light turns on... when...
A
CD drive
The notebook is
accessing the CD drive.
B
Hard disk
drive
The notebook is
accessing the hard disk
drive.
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C
Diskette drive
The notebook is
accessing the diskette
drive.
D
Pad lock The Pad lock is enabled.
E
Caps lock The caps lock is enabled.
F
Scroll lock
The scroll lock is
enabled.
Accessories
Gateway offers various accessories that can help you make the most of
using your Solo notebook:
Batteries
Automobile/airplane
adapters
Memory
modules
Hard disk
drives
External keyboards, monitors, and
speakers
Network
cards
Printers
Tape backup
units
Software
Carrying
cases
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Learning about Your Notebook
For more information on these or other Gateway accessories for your
notebook, visit our Web site at www.gateway.com or call 1.800.846.2000.
Identifying your model
The label on the bottom of your computer contains model information that
can help Client Care diagnose your problem if you call for assistance.
Label information varies by model. Two examples are shown here.
a. Revision code and display type/processor size
b. Gateway model number
c. Gateway serial number
d. Gateway part number
For more information . . .
Gateway has provided these additional documentation resources to help
you get the most out of your Gateway PC.
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Microsoft Windows® manual
Use this manual to find information about using the operating system,
getting help, organizing your files, using programs, troubleshooting, and
learning about other advanced features such as connecting to a network.
Welcome to Windows
Use the interactive Windows tutorial, "Discovering Windows 98", to
become more familiar with Windows features and learn more about using
and getting the most out of your computer.
Start the program by clicking Start, then selecting Programs, Accessories,
System Tools, then Welcome to Windows. The Windows tutorial starts.
Online help
Many programs provide information online so you can research a topic or
learn how to perform a task while you are using the software. This online
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information is organized so that you can find the information you need
quickly. Most online help information can be accessed by selecting a topic
from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button.
Usually you can search for information by looking for a keyword, browsing
through the contents of the online help, or searching for a topic.
Gateway Web site
Gateway provides a variety of information on its Web site to help you use
your computer.
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Learning about Your Notebook
Visit the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com for:
Technical documentation and product
manuals
Technical tips and
support
Hardware
drivers
A glossary of computer
terms
Frequently asked questions
(FAQs)
For more information about connecting to the Internet, see "Using the
Internet".
Viewing technical specifications
If you want to knowing your computer processor type, total memory, hard
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disk drive size, and other details, view the specifications on the Gateway
Web site.
To view the technical specifications for your computer:
1. Connect the www.gateway.com or other ISP account.
2. Open your Web browser.
3. Click the Tech Support, Technical Documents, then Documentation
Library.
4. Under Systems, click Portables.
5. Find your computer model, then click on the link for its
specifications document. The specifications document shows
technical details of your system.
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Getting Started
Getting
Started
This chapter explains how to:
Connect your AC power
adapter
Start up your
computer
Use Windows desktop icons, buttons, and
taskbar
Control document and program
windows
Use the start
menu
Manage files and
folders
Browse or search for files and
folders
Connecting your AC power adapter
Your notebook battery was shipped to you partially charged and ready to
use. You may want to use the AC adapter right away to complete charging
the battery.
Warning
Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The
replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage rating
as the original cord or the notebook may damaged.
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Warning
Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter
has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC
adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious personal
injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC
adapters.
To connect the AC adapter:
1. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Plug the adapter into the notebook power connector.
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3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Starting your notebook
To start the notebook:
1. Open your notebook by sliding the latch on the front face of your
notebook to the right and lifting the cover.
2. Press the power button.
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Getting Started
The power button is preset to On/Off mode. You can set it to
function either in On/Off or Standby/Resume mode. See "Changing
power management settings" for more information.
Windows 98 basics
This section discusses some basic Windows 98 concepts. To find out more
about Windows 98, see the "Getting Started Microsoft Windows 98" guide.
The Windows desktop
Once you have your computer running and have completed all the setup
screens, the first screen you see is the Windows desktop. The desktop is
the area on the screen where you work. Think of the desktop as your
personalized workspace where you open programs and perform other
tasks.
Your desktop may be different from the example shown below, depending
on how your computer is set up.
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