Gateway LT, LT series Quick Start Manual
Table of Contents - 1
Quick Start Guide
Gateway LT series
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Starting your computer 3
Wireless connection........................................... 3
Registration........................................................ 3
Software installation........................................... 4
Recovery............................................................ 4
Having trouble?.................................................. 4
Getting to know your computer 5
Top view - display .............................................. 5
Top view - keyboard .......................................... 6
Special keys ............................................... 7
Rear view ........................................................... 8
Left view............................................................. 8
Right view .......................................................... 9
Base view......................................................... 10
Recovery 11
Gateway Recovery Management..................... 11
Creating recovery discs ............................ 11
Recovering your system .................................. 13
Types of recovery ..................................... 13
Regulatory information 18
Environment 26
Software license 27
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Gateway LT series Quick Start Guide
Original Issue: 21 June 2011
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Starting your computer - 3
STARTING YOUR COMPUTER
Thank you for purchasing this Gateway computer!
This guide has been designed to introduce you to the features of your
computer and assist in your computing experience.
After setting up and starting your computer, as shown in the setup
instructions, it will ask you questions that will help you connect to the
Internet. Your computer will then configure installed software.
WIRELESS CONNECTION
To connect to a wireless network, first check the wireless features of your
computer are on, and that the router or modem you want to connect to is
also correctly configured.
• If wireless is not on, press the communication key ( ) to open the
Launch Manager and make sure Wi-Fi is On.
• Your computer will detect and display any available networks, select
your network and enter the password, if required.
• After a short delay, your computer should connect to the Internet.
If your network is not detected, or your computer does not connect to the
Internet, please refer to your ISP or router’s documentation. After your
computer starts and you can use it, open Internet Explorer and follow the
instructions.
Alternatively, use a network cable to connect directly to a network port
on your router. Please refer to your ISP or router’s guide.
REGISTRATION
When using your computer for the first time, it is recommended that you
register it. This gives you access to some useful benefits, such as:
• Faster service from our trained representatives.
• Membership in the Gateway community: receive promotions and
participate in customer surveys.
• The latest news from Gateway.
How to register
During the initial startup of your computer, a window will invite you to
register. Please fill in the information and click Next. The second window
you'll see contains optional fields that will help us to provide you with a
more personable customer service experience.
Another option
Another way to register your Gateway product is to visit our website at
registration.gateway.com. Choose your country and follow the simple
instructions.
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After registering, you will be sent a confirmation email with important
information that you should keep in a safe place.
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
Your computer will automatically install software and prepare your
computer for use. This may take some time, please do not turn off your
computer; wait until the installation has finished.
RECOVERY
You should create recovery discs as soon as you are able. The Gateway
Recovery Management program allow you to create recovery discs and
then to restore or reinstall applications and drivers provided by Gateway.
You will need a pack of writable DVDs.
HAVING TROUBLE?
Gateway provides several options to support your purchase.
Gateway support
Make sure you write down your computer serial number, date and place of
purchase and model name on the area provided in this guide; save your
proof of purchase. Before you call us, please write down any error
message that accompanies the problem, and have the computer in front of
you and switched on if possible. Having these items to hand when
contacting us will ensure better and quicker service.
Gateway website
Remember to visit www.gateway.com - Check out the support section for
up-to-date information, help, drivers and downloads.
Warranty and contact information
You can find information about the warranty for your computer and how to
contact technical support in your computer’s Warranty.
Getting to know your computer - 5
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
COMPUTER
After setting up your computer as illustrated in the setup instructions, let us
show you around your new Gateway computer.
Gateway LT series
TOP VIEW - DISPLAY
# Icon Item Description
1 Webcam Web camera for video communication.
2 Display screen
Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD),
displays computer output.
3 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.
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TOP VIEW - KEYBOARD
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Note:
The front panel indicators are visible even when the computer cover is closed.
# Icon Item Description
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Power button /
indicator
Turns the computer on and off. Indicates the
computer's power status.
2 Keyboard
For entering data into your computer.
- Special keys are described on page 7.
3 Touchpad
Touch-sensitive pointing device which
functions like a computer mouse.
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Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.
Battery indicator
Indicates the computer's battery status.
- Charging: The light shows amber when the
battery is charging.
- Fully charged: The light shows blue when in
AC mode.
Communication
indicator
Indicates the computer’s wireless connectivity
device status.
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Click buttons (left
and right)
The left and right side of the button function as
left and right selection buttons.
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Special keys
Your computer’s keyboard includes keys that activate special functions.
The function of each key is clearly marked with an icon.
Hotkeys
The computer uses hotkeys (key combinations) to access Num Lock,
function keys and navigation commands.
To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key (bottom left) before
pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.
Icon Function Description
Fn
Hotkey for second
function
Activates a second function on certain keys.
E.g. press the Fn key to activate the F1 to F12 keys.
Social Networking
Opens the Social Networks application.
- If this application is not installed, the key will start
your instant messenging application.
Help Opens the help menu for your computer.
Communication
Enables/disables the computer’s communication
devices.
Display toggle
Switches display output between the display screen,
external monitor (if connected) and both.
Screen blank
Turns the display screen backlight off to save power.
Press any key to return.
Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
Speaker toggle Turns the speakers on and off.
Volume down Decreases the sound volume.
Volume up Increases the sound volume.
Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
Hotkey Function Description
Fn + Special keys
(see page 7)
Function keys Activates the F1 to F12 keys.
Fn + Page Up Home Scrolls to the beginning of a document.
Fn + Page Down End Scrolls to the end of a document.
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- Note: It is not necessary to press the Fn key to use the F1 to F12 function keys when
starting your computer or when using the BIOS.
To swap the hotkey and special function of the F1 to F12 keys, change the function
key setting in the BIOS (to open the BIOS press F2 when starting your computer,
then select the Main menu and change Function key behavior to Function keys).
REAR VIEW
LEFT VIEW
# Icon Item Description
1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack.
# Icon Item Description
1 DC-in jack Connects to your computer’s AC adapter.
2 Ethernet (RJ-45) port
Connects to an Ethernet 10/100-based
network.
3
External display
(VGA) port
Connects to a display device (e.g., external
monitor, LCD projector).
4
Ventilation and
cooling fan
Allows the computer to stay cool.
- Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
5 HDMI port
Supports high-definition digital video
connections.
6 USB 2.0 port
Connect to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse,
USB camera).
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RIGHT VIEW
# Icon Item Description
1 Multi-in-1 card reader
Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard
(MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD).
- Push to remove/install the card. Only one
card can operate at any given time.
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Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones.
Headphones /
speaker jack
Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g.,
speakers, headphones).
- Supports compatible 3.5 mm headsets with
built-in microphone (e.g. Acer smart
handheld headsets).
3 USB 2.0 port
Connect to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse,
USB camera).
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Kensington lock slot
Connects to a Kensington-compatible
computer security lock.
- Wrap the computer security lock cable
around an immovable object such as a table
or handle of a locked drawer.
Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key
to secure the lock.
Some keyless models are also available.
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