This chapter introduces you to the basic features of your
notebook. Read this chapter to learn:
■ How to identify the features of your Gateway
notebook
■ How to locate your notebook’s model and serial
number
■ How to locate the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
■ How to locate the specifications for your notebook
■ What accessories are available for your notebook
Tips & TricksYou can download an electronic copy of this
guide from
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Front
Speaker
Audio
controls
LCD panel
release latch
Power
indicator
Speaker
Battery charge indicator
ComponentIconDescription
SpeakersProvide audio output when headphones or amplified
speakers are not plugged in.
Audio controlsThe volume buttons control the volume level of the
built-in speakers and headphones plugged into the
headphone jack. The play/pause, back, next, and stop
buttons may control multimedia programs such as
Windows Media Player, Windows CD Player,
MUSICMATCH, and the DVD Player. For more
information, see “Using the audio controls” on page 29.
LCD panel release latchOpen the LCD panel by pressing the release latch.
Battery charge indicatorThe LED shows the battery activity and status.
■
LED green - battery is fully charged.
■
LED orange - battery is charging.
■
LED blinking red - battery charge is very low.
■
LED solid red - battery is malfunctioning.
This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected
to AC power or the battery charge is very low.
Power indicatorThe LED shows your notebook’s power status.
■
LED on - notebook is on.
■
LED blinking - notebook is in Standby mode.
■
LED off - notebook is off.
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Left side
Left side
Modem jack
Ethernet jack
Headphone jack
Microphone jack
Diskette drive
or memory
card reader
CD, DVD, DVD/CD-RW, or
DVD-RW/CD-RW drive
ComponentIconDescription
Modem jackPlug a modem cable into this jack. For more information,
see “Connecting the modem” on page 33.
Ethernet jackPlug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into this jack. For
more information, see “Connecting to a wired Ethernet
network” on page 34 and “Networking Your Notebook” on
page 191.
Microphone jackPlug a microphone into this jack.
Headphone jackPlug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack.
The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or
headphones are plugged into this jack.
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ComponentIconDescription
Diskette drive or memory
card reader
CD, DVD, DVD/CD-RW, or
DVD-RW/CD-RW drive
Insert a standard 3.5-inch diskette into the optional
diskette drive. For more information, see “Using the
optional diskette drive” on page 132.
Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player,
PDA, or cellular telephone into the optional memory card
reader. For more information, see “Using the optional
memory card reader” on page 133.
Important: Your notebook comes with either a built-in
diskette drive or a built-in memory card reader. If your
notebook has a built-in memory card reader and you
need to use a diskette drive, Gateway recommends
purchasing a USB diskette drive. To order a USB diskette
drive, visit the Accessory Store at
accessories.gateway.com
Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information,
see “Using the CD or DVD drive” on page 87.
This drive may be a CD, DVD, combination DVD/CD-RW,
or DVD-RW/CD-RW drive. To determine the type of drive
in the notebook, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover
and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive
types” on page 87.
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Right side
IEEE 1394 port
ComponentIconDescription
IEEE 1394 portPlug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®)
device (such as a digital camcorder) into this 4-pin
IEEE 1394 port. For more information, see “Connecting
a digital video camera” on page 137.
PC Card slotInsert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For more
information, see “Adding and removing a PC Card” on
page 244.
USB portsPlug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a
diskette drive, flash drive, Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer,
scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports.
PC Card slot
USB ports
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Back
Power
connector
Parallel
port
Monitor
port
Ventilation
fan
Kensington
lock slot
ComponentIconDescription
Power connectorPlug the AC adapter cable into this connector.
Parallel portPlug a parallel device (such as a printer) into this port.
Monitor portPlug an analog VGA monitor into this port.
Ventilation fanHelps cool internal components. Do not block or insert
objects into these slots.
Kensington™ lock slotSecure your notebook to an object by connecting a
Kensington cable lock to this slot.
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Bottom
Bottom
Reset hole
Hard drive
bay
Battery
latch
Ventilation fan
Memory bay cover
Battery bay
ComponentIconDescription
Ventilation fanHelps cool internal components. Do not block or insert
objects into these slots.
Memory bay coverOpen this cover to install a memory module. For more
information, see “Adding or replacing memory in the
memory bay” on page 248.
Reset holeInsert a straightened paper clip into this hole to manually
restart the notebook.
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ComponentIconDescription
Hard drive bayThe hard drive is located in this bay. For more
information, see “Replacing the hard drive kit” on
page 259.
Battery latchSlide to release the battery.
Battery bayInsert the battery into this bay. For more information, see
“Changing batteries” on page 157.
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Keyboard area
For information on using your keyboard, see “Using the keyboard” on page 24.
Multi-function buttons
Status
indicators
Power button
Keyboard
Keyboard area
Touchpad
ComponentIconDescription
Multi-function buttonsPress these buttons to open programs assigned to them.
These buttons are set to open your default e-mail
program, your default Web browser, online help, and the
My Computer window. For more information, see
“Multi-function buttons” on page 28.
Status indicatorsInform you when a drive is in use or when a button has
been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For
more information, see “Status indicators” on page 22.
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ComponentIconDescription
Power buttonPress to turn the power on or off. You can also configure
the power button for Standby/Resume mode. For more
information on configuring the power button mode, see
“Changing power settings” on page 161.
KeyboardProvides all the features of a full-sized 86-key keyboard.
For more information, see “Using the keyboard” on
page 24.
TouchpadProvides all the functionality of a mouse. For more
information, see “Using the EZ Pad touchpad” on
page 30.
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Identifying your model
Identifying your model
ImportantThe labels shown in this section are for informational
purposes only. Label information varies by model, features
ordered, and location.
Gateway model number
The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies
your notebook model and its features. Gateway Technical Support will need this
information if you call for assistance.
Gateway
model
number
FOR USE WITH FSP150-1ADE11 or ADP -150CB B
POUR UTILSER AVEC MODEL FSP150-1ADE11 ADP-150CB B
INPUT:19V 7.9A
MODEL No.:
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le
Canada.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference. and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Apparatus Claims of U.S. Patent Nos. 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098 and 4,907,093 licensed for limited
uses only.
P/N.:
M350WVN
CONFORMS TO
ANSI/UL STD.60950
CERTIFIED TO
CAN/CSA STD
C22.2 NO.60950
Fitted with internal AMBIT Microsystems Corp.
modem model number T60M283.00
Complies with 47 CFR part 68
REN:0.6B 6CT TAI-36146-M5-E
Complies with Industry Canada
CS03 IC: 2878 11538 A
■ Printed on a white sticker on the bottom or back of your notebook.
■ Printed on the customer invoice that came with your notebook. The
invoice also contains your customer ID number.
■ Displayed in Help and Support in Windows XP. Click Start, Help and
Support
, then click View product serial number.
Internal wireless label
A label similar to the following indicates your notebook contains a wireless
communications device. The label is located on the bottom of your notebook.
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your
notebook includes the product key code for your operating system.
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Finding your specifications
Finding your specifications
For more information about your notebook, such as memory size, memory type,
and hard drive size, go to the
in Windows XP or visit Gateway’s eSupport page at support.gateway.comeSupport page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed
specifications.
See your PC’s configuration link in Help and Support
. The
In Windows XP, view your notebook’s serial number by clicking
Support
clicking
You can also find out more about your notebook at the Gateway eSupport site.
Visit support.gateway.com
page 42.
, then clicking View system serial number. Check your specifications by
Start, Help and Support, then clicking See your PC’s configuration.
. For more information, see “Using eSupport” on
Start, Help and
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Accessories
Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your
notebook. To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at
accessories.gateway.com
Batteries
If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want
to buy an additional battery so you can swap batteries when necessary. See
“Changing batteries” on page 157 for more information.
Carrying cases
Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for
accessories or supplies.
Peripheral devices
You can attach devices (such as a keyboard, mouse, printer, or monitor) to your
notebook.
Memory
Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of
memory. If your programs are running more slowly than you think they should,
try adding more memory. See “Adding or replacing memory in the memory
bay” on page 248 and “Replacing memory under the keyboard” on page 251
for more information.
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Printers
You can attach almost any type of printer to your notebook. The most common
types are inkjet and laser printers, which print in color or black and white. See
“Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device” on page 35 for more
information about attaching a printer to your notebook.
Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive, but they are slower than
laser printers. Using an inkjet color printer, you can print pictures, banners,
and greeting cards, as well as documents.
Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive, but they print much faster
than inkjet printers. Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when you are
printing large documents.
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Getting Started
This chapter provides basic information about your
Gateway notebook. Read this chapter to find out how to:
■ Connect the AC adapter
■ Start and turn off your notebook
■ Identify the status indicators
■ Use the keyboard
■ Use the EZ Pad touchpad
■ Connect the modem
■ Connect to an Ethernet network
■ Install peripheral devices
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Connecting the AC adapter
You can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook’s battery.
The battery was shipped to you partially charged. You should use the
AC adapter right away to fully charge the battery. Allow 24 hours for the battery
to fully charge.
ImportantIf the battery is not fully charged before you use your
notebook on battery power for the first time, the battery life
may be much shorter than you expect. If the battery life
seems short even after being charged for 24 hours, the
battery may need to be recalibrated. For more information,
see “Recalibrating the battery” on page 156.
To connect the AC adapter:
1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
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WarningMake sure that you use the AC adapter that came with
your notebook or one of the same type purchased from
Gateway.
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 your notebook may be
damaged.
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Connecting the AC adapter
2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook’s power connector.
3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
The battery charge indicator turns on (see “Front” on page 2 for the
location of the battery charge indicator). If the battery charge indicator
does not turn on, unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it
back in.
4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn your
notebook off and leave your notebook connected to AC power for at least
24 hours.
5 If the battery charge indicator does not show a full charge after 24 hours,
contact Gateway Technical Support at
support.gateway.com/support/ask_gateway.asp
WarningDo 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 injury or death. Contact Gateway about
returning defective AC adapters.
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Protecting from power source problems
During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your notebook
can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage.
Protect your notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from reaching your
notebook.
WarningHigh voltages can enter your notebook through both the
power cord and the modem connection. Protect your
notebook by using a surge protector. If you have a
telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a
modem jack. If you have a cable modem, use a surge
protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. During an
electrical storm, unplug both the surge protector and the
modem.
WarningYour AC adapter may have a built-in ventilation fan. Do not
block or insert objects into these holes or the slots at the
opposite end of the AC adapter.
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Starting your notebook
To start your notebook:
1 Press the latch on the front of your notebook, then lift the LCD panel.
2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
Power button
Starting your notebook
The power button is preset to On/Off mode. However, you can also set it
to function in Standby/Resume mode. For instructions on changing the
power button mode, see “Changing power settings” on page 161.
3 If you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on-screen
instructions to set up your notebook.
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Waking up your notebook
When you do not use your notebook for several minutes, or if you close the
LCD panel without turning your notebook off, it may enter a power-saving
mode called Standby. While in Standby, the power indicator flashes.
If your notebook is in Standby mode, pressing the power button to “wake” it
up. For more information on changing power-saving settings, see “Changing
power settings” on page 161.
Turning off your notebook
To turn off your notebook in Windows XP:
1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box
opens.
2 Click Turn Off. Windows shuts down and turns off your notebook.
To turn off your notebook in Windows 2000:
1 Click Start, then click Shut Down. The Shut Down Windows dialog box opens.
2 Click the arrow button to open the What do you want your computer to do
list, then click
Shut down.
3 Click OK. Windows shuts down and turns off your notebook.
ImportantIf for some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer
or Shut Down Windows option in Windows to turn off your
notebook, press and hold the power button for about
five seconds, then release it.
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Restarting (rebooting) your notebook
Restarting (rebooting) your
notebook
If your notebook does not respond to keyboard or touchpad input, you may
have to close programs that are not responding. If closing unresponsive
programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation, you may have
to restart (reboot) your notebook.
To close unresponsive programs and restart your notebook:
1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. A window opens that lets you close a program that
is not responding.
2 Click the program that is not responding.
3 Click End Task.
4 If your notebook does not respond, turn it off, wait ten seconds and turn
it on again.
ImportantIf your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete
the following steps until your notebook turns off:
1 Press and hold the power button for about five seconds,
then release it.
2 Insert a straightened paper clip into the reset hole on
the bottom of your notebook.
3 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for more
than 10 seconds.
As a part of the regular startup process, a program to check the disk status
runs automatically. When the checks are finished, Windows starts.
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Status indicators
Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button has
been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used.
Diskette drive
Disc drive
Hard drive
IndicatorIconDescription
Hard driveThe hard drive is in use.
Caps lock
Pad lock
Scroll lock
Disc driveThe CD or DVD drive is in use.
Diskette driveThe diskette drive or the memory card reader is in use.
Caps LockCaps Lock is turned on.
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Status indicators
IndicatorIconDescription
Pad LockNumeric keypad is turned on. For more information, see “System
key combinations” on page 26.
1
Scroll LockScroll Lock is turned on. For more information, see “System key
combinations” on page 26.
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Using the keyboard
Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop
computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions,
including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system
operations, and the Pad Lock keys for the numeric keypad.
You can attach an external keyboard to your notebook using a USB port. You
do not need to shut down your notebook to connect a USB keyboard.
Function keys/System keysNavigation keys/Volume keys
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FN keyWindows
key
Numeric
keypad
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Application
key
Arrow keys/LCD
brightness keys
Using the keyboard
Key types
The keyboard has several different types of keys. Some keys perform specific
actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in combination
with another key.
Key typeIconDescription
Function keysPress these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform actions in
programs. For example, pressing
Each program uses different function keys for different purposes.
See the program documentation to find out more about the
function key actions.
F1 may open help.
System keysPress these colored keys in combination with the
perform specific actions. For more information, see “System key
combinations” on page 26.
Navigation keysPress these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line,
to the end of a line, up the page, down the page, to the beginning
of a document, or to the end of a document.
Volume keysPress these colored keys in combination with the
increase or decrease the volume or to turn off all sound.
FN key to
FN key to
FN keyPress the FN key in combination with a colored system key (such
STATUS, STANDBY, or PAUSE) to perform a specific action.
as
Windows keyPress this key to open the Windows Start menu. This key can
also be used in combination with other keys to open utilities like
F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility).
Numeric keypadUse these keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad is
turned on. Press
Application keyPress this key for quick access to shortcut menus and help
assistants in Windows.
Arrow keysPress these keys to move the cursor up, down, right, or left.
LCD brightness
keys
Press these colored keys in combination with the
control the screen brightness.
FN+PAD LOCKto turn on the numeric keypad.
FN key to
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System key combinations
When you press the FN key and a system key at the same time, your notebook
performs the action identified by the colored text or icon on the key.
Press and hold F
N, then
press this system key...
To...
Display the power status box in the upper-left corner of your
display. The box shows the battery charge level, the BIOS version,
and whether the AC adapter is being used. Press the key
combination again to close this box.
Toggle your notebook’s display between the LCD, an external
monitor, or both displays at the same time. A monitor must be
plugged into the monitor port on your notebook.
Enter Standby mode. Press the power button to leave Standby
mode. For more information, see “Changing power modes” on
page 160.
Turn on Pad Lock so you can use the numeric keypad. Press this
key combination again to turn off Pad Lock. The Pad Lock status
indicator appears when this function is turned on.
Pause the text scrolling in a DOS screen. Press this key
combination again to continue scrolling. The Scroll Lock status
indicator appears when this function is turned on. (This function
is only available in some programs.)
Pause execution of a DOS program. (This function is only available
in some programs.)
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Stop the currently running DOS program. (This function is only
available in some programs.)
Increase the brightness of the display.
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Press and hold FN, then
press this system key...
Home
PgUp
PgDn
To...
Decrease the brightness of the display.
Mute the sound. Press the key combination again to restore the
sound. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume” on
page 78.
Increase volume. For more information, see “Adjusting the
volume” on page 78.
Decrease volume. For more information, see “Adjusting the
volume” on page 78.
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Multi-function buttons
Press the multi-function buttons to open the programs associated with them.
E-mail
Internet
Help
My Computer
ButtonIconPress to...
E-mailOpen your default e-mail program.
InternetOpen your default Web browser.
HelpOpen online help.
My ComputerOpen the My Computer window.
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Using the audio controls
The audio controls are located on the front of your notebook.
Stop
Play/
Pause
Back
Next
Vol ume
Using the audio controls
ComponentIconDescription
BackSkip back one song or track.
Play/PauseStart or pause playing.
StopStop playing.
NextSkip ahead one song or track.
Volume downPress to decrease the volume.
Volume upPress to increase the volume.
MutePress the volume down and volume up buttons to mute the sound.
Press the button combination again to restore the sound.
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Important The volume buttons control the volume level of the built-in
speakers and headphones plugged into the headphone
jack. The play/pause, back, next, and stop buttons may
control multimedia programs such as Windows Media
Player, Windows CD Player, MUSICMATCH, and the
InterVideo DVD Player.
Using the EZ Pad touchpad
The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad, two buttons, and a rocker switch.
Touchpad
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Left touchpad
button
Rocker
switch
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Right touchpad
button
Using the EZ Pad touchpad
When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer (arrow) on the screen
moves in the same direction.
You can use the EZ-Pad left and right buttons below the touchpad to select
objects.
You can assign a function to the rocker switch between the touchpad buttons.
This function can be to scroll up or down, maximize or minimize the active
window, or open and close the Start menu. For more information about
programming the rocker switch, see “Changing the touchpad settings” on
page 187.
Using the touchpad
To...Do this...
Move the pointer
on the screen.
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Move your finger around on the
touchpad. If you run out of space
and need to move the pointer
farther, lift your finger, move it to the
middle of the touchpad, then
continue moving your finger.
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To...Do this...
Select an object
on the screen.
Start a program
or open a file or
folder.
Access a shortcut
menu or find
more information
about an object
on the screen.
Position the pointer over the object.
Quickly press and release the left
button once. This action is called
clicking.
Position the pointer over the object.
Press the left button twice in rapid
succession. This action is called
double-clicking.
Position the pointer over the object.
Quickly press and release the right
button once. This action is called
right-clicking.
Move an object
on the screen.
Position the pointer over the object.
Press the left button and hold it
down, then use the touchpad to
move (drag) the object to the
appropriate part of the screen.
Release the button to drop the
object where you want it.
For instructions on how to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed,
right-hand or left-hand configuration, and other touchpad settings, see
“Changing the touchpad settings” on page 187.
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Connecting the modem
Connecting the modem
Your notebook has a built-in 56K modem that you can use to connect to a
standard telephone line.
ImportantTo reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger
telecommunications line cord.
To connect the modem:
1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jackon the left
side of your notebook.
2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. The
modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.
3 Start your notebook, then start your communications program.
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Connecting to a wired Ethernet
network
Your notebook has a network jack that you can use to connect to a 10/100
wired Ethernet network.
ImportantYour notebook may be equipped with built-in wireless
Ethernet or you may have a wireless Ethernet PC Card.
For information about connecting to a wired or wireless
Ethernet network, see “Networking Your Notebook” on
page 191. For information about installing a wireless
Ethernet PC Card, see “Adding and removing a PC Card”
on page 244.
To connect to a wired Ethernet network:
1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jackon the left
side of your notebook.
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network administrator to help you select the correct network jack.
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Broadband Internet connections
You can use your notebook’s Ethernet jack for more than just networking. Many
broadband Internet connections, such as cable modems and DSL modems,
connect to your notebook’s Ethernet jack. For more information, see “Using
the Internet” on page 67 and “Networking Your Notebook” on page 191.
Installing a printer, scanner, or
other peripheral device
ImportantBefore you install a printer, scanner, or other peripheral
device, see the device documentation and installation
instructions.
Your notebook has one or more of the following ports: IEEE 1394 (also known
as Firewire
ports to connect peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, and digital
cameras to your notebook. For more information about port locations, see
“Checking Out Your Gateway M350” on page 1.
IEEE 1394 and USB ports support plug-and-play and hot-swapping, which means
that your notebook will usually recognize such a device whenever you plug it
into the appropriate port. When you use an IEEE 1394 or USB device for the
first time, your notebook will prompt you to install any software the device
needs. After doing this, you can disconnect and reconnect the device at any
time.
Parallel port devices are not plug-and-play. See the device documentation for
detailed information and installation instructions.
®
or i.Link®), Universal Serial Bus (USB), and parallel. You use these
Help and
Support
For more information about installing peripheral devices in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword installing devices in the Help and
Support Search box , then click the
arrow.
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Getting Help
This chapter tells you about additional information
resources available to help you use your notebook. Read
this chapter to learn how to access:
■ Help and Support
■ Do More With Gateway
■ Online help
■ Gateway Web site
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Help and Support
Your computer includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of help
information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support
to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use
the many features of your Gateway computer.
To start Help and Support:
■ Click Start, then click Help and Support. Help and Support opens.
You can find help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or
browsing the index.
Searching for a topic
To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in
Search box located at the top of any Help and Support screen, then click
the
the arrowbutton.
For each search, you receive the following search result types:
■ Suggested Topics - These topics are located in Help and Support and are
relevant to your search topic.
■ Full-text Search Matches - These topics are located in Help and Support
and contain the words you entered in the
■ Microsoft Knowledge Base - These topics are located on the Microsoft Web
site and contain the words you entered in the
connected to the Internet to search for and access these topics.
To view a list of your search results, click the results header for the type of results
you want to view.
To view a topic, click the topic name in the
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Search box. You must be
Search Results list.
Do More With Gateway
Do More With Gateway
Your notebook may include Do More With Gateway, a tool that provides
additional information about using your Gateway notebook for digital music,
digital photography, digital video, gaming, and other programs. To access Do
More With Gateway in Windows XP, click
Do More With Gateway. Click the topics listed on the left-side of the page to learn
more about the software already installed on your notebook as well as
partnerships and special offers available through Gateway.
Start, then click
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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 program. You can access most
online help information by selecting a topic from a
Help button.
a
You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the
index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help.
Help menu or by clicking
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Gateway Web site
Gateway’s online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and
provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and
personalized information about your system. Visit the Gateway eSupport
Web site a t support.gateway.com
the Internet, see “Using the Internet” on page 67.
. For more information about connecting to
Gateway Web site
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Using eSupport
The eSupport site is divided into five major areas:
■ Support Home
■ Downloads
■ Contact Us
■ Account Info
■ PC Tools
Each of these areas is represented by a menu across the top of the Web page.
Support Home
To get specific information about your notebook, type your serial number into
the My Support box, then click
me
. For more information, see “Finding your specifications” on page 13.
Click
Support Home, then click All Support Documents to access product
documentation, specifications, and guides. By entering your serial number, you
get specific documents related to your system. You can also browse through
the reference area to locate an article specific to the question you have.
Continue, or click Look up my serial number for
Support Home, then click General Tutorials to access an extensive library
Click
of how-to articles and videos on topics such as making audio CDs and installing
a hard drive.
Downloads
Click Downloads, then click My Downloads to get the latest software updates for
BIOS and driver upgrades. By entering your serial number you get drivers
specific to your system. Click
All Downloads to walk through a step-by-step
wizard to locate your drivers.
Contact Us
Click Contact Us to access links to technical support with a live technician,
including chat and e-mail. Click
numbers for both sales and support. For more information, see “Telephone
numbers” on page 289.
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Account Info
Click Account Info to access support for non-technical issues, like the status of
your order or changing your account address.
PC Tools
Click PC Tools to access utilities to help you manage your notebook.
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Windows Basics
Read this chapter to learn how to:
■ Use the Windows desktop
■ Manage files and folders
■ Work wi t h d ocum e nts
■ Use shortcuts
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About the Windows environment
After your notebook starts, the first screen you see is the Windows desktop. The
desktop is like the top of a real desk. Think of the desktop as your personalized
work space where you open programs and perform other tasks.
Your desktop may be different from this example, depending on how your
notebook is set up.
Help and
Support
For more information about the Windows XP desktop, click
Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword Windows desktop in the Help and
Support Search box , then click the
arrow.
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The desktop contains the taskbar, the Start button, and the Recycle Bin icon.
Desktop elementsDescription
The taskbar is the bar at the bottom of the computer display containing the
Start button on the left and a clock on the right. Other buttons on the taskbar
represent programs that are running.
Click a program’s button on the taskbar to open the program’s window.
The Start button provides access to programs, files, help for Windows and
other programs, and computer tools and utilities.
Click the Start button, then open a file or program by clicking an item on
the menu that opens.
The Recycle Bin is where files, folders, and programs that you discarded
are stored. You must empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete them from
your notebook. For instructions on how to use the Recycle Bin, see “Deleting
files and folders” on page 55.
Using the desktop
Using the Start menu
You can start programs, open files, customize your system, get help, search for
files and folders, and more using the Start menu.
To use the Start menu:
1 Click the Start button on the lower left of the Windows desktop. The Start
menu opens showing you the first level of menu items.
2 Click All Programs or Programs to see all programs and files in the Start
menu. When you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has
an arrow next to it, another menu, called a submenu, opens and reveals
related files, programs, or commands.
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3 Click a file or program to open it.
Help and
Support
For more information about the Windows XP Start menu,
click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword Windows Start menu in the Help and
Support Search box , then click the
arrow.
Adding icons to the desktop
You may want to add an icon (shortcut) to the desktop for a program that you
use frequently.
To add icons to the desktop:
1 Click Start, then click All Programs.
2 Right-click (press the right touchpad button) the program that you want
to add to the desktop.
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3 Click Send To, then click Desktop (create shortcut). A shortcut icon for that
program appears on the desktop.
Help and
Support
For more information about desktop icons in Windows XP,
click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword desktop icons in the Help and Support
Search box , then click the arrow.
Identifying window items
When you double-click the icon for a drive, folder, file, or program, a window
opens on the desktop. This example shows the Local Disk (C:) window, which
opens after you double-click the
window.
Title bar
Menu bar
Local Disk (C:) icon in the My Computer
Close
Maximize
Minimize
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Every program window looks a little different because each has its own menus,
icons, and controls. Most windows include these items:
Window itemDescription
The title bar is the horizontal bar at the top
of a window that shows the window title.
Clicking the minimize button reduces the
active window to a button on the taskbar.
Clicking the program button in the taskbar
opens the window again.
Clicking the maximize button expands the
active window to fit the entire computer
display. Clicking the maximize button again
restores the window to its former size.
Clicking the close button closes the active
window or program.
Clicking an item on the menu bar starts an
action such as Print or Save.
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Support
For more information about windows in Windows XP, click
Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword window in the Help and Support
Search box , then click the arrow.
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Working with files and folders
Working with files and folders
You can organize your files and programs to suit your preferences much like
you would store information in a file cabinet. You can store these files in folders
and copy, move, and delete the information just as you would reorganize and
throw away information in a file cabinet.
Viewing drives
Drives are like file cabinets because they hold files and folders. A notebook
almost always has more than one drive. Each drive has a letter, usually Local
Disk (C:) for the hard drive and 3½ Floppy (A:) for the optional diskette drive.
You may also have more drives such as a CD, DVD, or recordable drive.
To view the drives on your notebook:
■ In Windows XP, click Start, then click My Computer on the Start menu.
- OR -
In Windows 2000, double-click the
Drives
My Computer icon on the desktop.
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To see the files and folders on a drive:
■ Double-click the drive icon. If you do not see the contents of a drive after
you double-click its icon, click
Show the contents of this drive.
Help and
Support
For more information about files and folders in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword files and folders in the Help and
Support Search box , then click the
arrow.
Creating folders
Folders are much like the folders in a file cabinet. They can contain files and
other folders.
Files are much like paper documents—letters, spreadsheets, and pictures—that
you keep on your notebook. In fact, all information on a computer is stored
in files.
Folders
Files
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To create a folder:
1 In Windows XP, click Start, then click My Computer on the Start menu.
- OR -
In Windows 2000, double-click the
My Computer icon on the desktop.
2 Double-click the drive where you want to put the new folder. Typically,
Local Disk (C:) is your hard drive and 3½ Floppy (A:) is your optional
diskette drive. If you do not see the contents of the drive, click
contents of this drive
.
Show the
3 If you want to create a new folder inside an existing folder, double-click
the existing folder. If you do not see the contents of the folder, click
the contents of this drive
or Show the contents of this folder.
Show
4 Click File, New, then click Folder. The new folder is created.
5 Type a name for the folder, then press ENTER. The new folder name appears
by the folder icon.
Help and
Support
For information about renaming folders, see “Shortcuts” on page 65.
For more information about creating files and folders in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword creating files and folders in the Help
and Support Search box , then
click the arrow.
Copying and moving files and folders
The skills you need to copy and move files are called copying, cutting, and pasting.
When you copy and paste a file or folder, you place a copy of the file or folder
on the Windows clipboard, which temporarily stores it. Then, when you decide
what fol der you want the cop y to go in (t he destination folder), you paste it there.
When you cut and paste a file or folder, you remove the file or folder from its
original location and place the file or folder on the Windows clipboard. When
you decide where you want the file or folder to go, you paste it there.
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ImportantThe clipboard stores whatever you cut or copy until you
To copy a file or folder to another folder:
1 Locate the file or folder you want to copy. For more information, see
“Viewing drives” on page 51 and “Searching for files” on page 58.
2 Right-click (press the right touchpad button) the file or folder that you
want to copy. A pop-up menu opens on the desktop.
3 Click Copy on the pop-up menu.
4 Open the destination folder.
5 With the pointer inside the destination folder, right-click.
6 Click Paste. A copy of the file or folder appears in the new location.
cut or copy again. Then the clipboard contains the new
information only. Therefore, you can paste copies of a file
or folder into more than one place, but as soon as you copy
or cut a different file or folder, the original file or folder is
deleted from the clipboard.
To move a file or folder to another folder:
1 Locate the file or folder you want to move. For more information, see
“Viewing drives” on page 51 and “Searching for files” on page 58.
2 Right-click (press the right touchpad button) the file or folder that you
want to move. A pop-up menu opens on the desktop.
3 Click Cut on the pop-up menu.
4 Open the destination folder.
5 With the pointer inside the destination folder, right-click.
6 Click Paste. The file or folder you moved appears in its new location and
is removed from its old location.
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Help and
Support
For more information about copying files and folders or
moving files and folders in Windows XP, click Start, then
click Help and Support.
Type the keyword copying files and folders or moving files and folders in the Help and Support Search box
, then click the arrow.
Deleting files and folders
When you throw away paper files and folders, you take them from the file
cabinet and put them in a trash can. Eventually the trash can is emptied.
In Windows, you throw away files and folders by first moving them to the
Windows trash can, called the Recycle Bin, where they remain until you decide
to empty the bin.
You can recover any file in the Recycle Bin as long as the bin has not been
emptied.
To delete files or folders:
1 In My Computer or Windows Explorer, click the files or folders that you
want to delete. For instructions on how to select multiple files and folders,
see “Shortcuts” on page 65.
If you cannot find the file you want to delete, see “Searching for files” on
page 58.
2 Click File, then click Delete. Windows moves the files and folders to the
Recycle Bin.
Help and
Support
For more information about deleting files and folders in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword deleting files and folders in the Help
and Support Search box , then
click the arrow.
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To recover files or folders from the Recycle Bin:
1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon. The Recycle Bin window opens and lists
the files and folders you have thrown away since you last emptied it.
2 Click the files or folders that you want to restore. For instructions on how
to select multiple files and folders, see “Shortcuts” on page 65.
3 Click File, then click Restore. Windows returns the deleted files or folders
to their original locations.
To empty the Recycle Bin:
CautionEmptying the Recycle Bin permanently erases any files or
1 Double-click the Recycle Bin icon on the desktop. The Recycle Bin window
opens.
folders in the bin. These files cannot be restored.
2 Click File, then click Empty Recycle Bin. Windows asks you if you are sure
that you want to empty the bin.
3 Click Yes. Windows permanently deletes all files in the Recycle Bin.
Help and
Support
For more information about emptying the Recycle Bin in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword emptying Recycle Bin in the Help and
Support Search box , then click the
arrow.
Browsing for files and folders
A file or folder that you need is rarely right on top of your Windows desktop.
It is usually on a drive inside a folder that may be inside yet another folder,
and so on.
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Windows drives, folders, and files are organized in the same way as a real file
cabinet in that they may have many levels (usually many more levels than a
file cabinet, in fact). So you usually will have to search through levels of folders
to find the file or folder that you need. This is called browsing.
To browse for a file:
1 In Windows XP, click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer
window opens.
- OR -
In Windows 2000, double-click the
My Computer window opens.
My Computer icon on the desktop. The
2 Double-click the drive or folder that you think contains the file or folder
that you want to find. If you do not see the contents of a folder, click
the contents of this drive
or Show the contents of this folder.
Show
3 Continue double-clicking folders and their subfolders until you find the
file or folder you want.
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Help and
Support
For more information about browsing for files and folders
in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword files and folders in the Help and
Support Search box , then click the
arrow.
Searching for files
If you are looking for a particular file or folder or a set of files or folders that
have characteristics in common, but you do not remember where they are
stored on your hard drive, you can use the Search utility to search by:
■ Name or part of a name
■ Creation date
■ Modification date
■ File type
■ Text contained in the file
■ Time period in which it was created or modified
You can also combine search criteria to refine searches.
Files and folders found using this utility can be opened, copied, cut, renamed,
or deleted directly from the list in the results window.
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Using the Windows Search utility
To find files and folders using the Search utility:
1 In Windows XP, click Start, then click Search. The Search Results window
opens. Click
- OR -
All files and folders.
Searching for files
In Windows 2000, click
Search Results window opens.
Start, Search, then click For Files or Folders. The
2 If you want to search by file or folder name, type in all or part of the file
or folder name in the name box in the left pane of the window.
■ If you type all of the name, Search will list all files and folders of that
name.
■ If you type part of the name, Search will list all of the file and folder
names containing the letters you typed.
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3 Click Search or Search Now. When the search is completed, Windows lists
the files and folders whose names contain the text that you searched for.
4 Open a file, folder, or program by double-clicking the name in the list.
Help and
Support
For more information about searching for files and folders
in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword searching in the Help and Support
Search box , then click the arrow.
Using advanced search options
Search can find files meeting more criteria than file name. You can narrow your
search by selecting the search options that you want. You can search by the:
■ Date the file was created or modified.
■ Size of the file.
■ Type of file, such as a program or a text document.
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Working with documents
Computer documents include word processing files, spreadsheet files, or other
similar files. The basic methods of creating, saving, opening, and printing a
document apply to most of these types of files.
The following examples show how to create, save, open, and print a document
using Microsoft
as WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
For more information about using a program, click
®
WordPad. Similar procedures apply to other programs such
Help on its menu bar.
Creating a new document
To create a new document:
1 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, then click WordPad. Microsoft
WordPad starts and a blank document opens.
2 Begin composing your document. Use the menus and toolbar buttons at
the top of the window to format the document.
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Saving a document
After you create a document, you need to save it if you want to use it later.
To save a document:
1 Click File, then click Save. The Save As dialog box opens.
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list
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File
name
2 Click the arrow button to open the Save in list, then click the folder where
you want to save the file. If you do not see the folder you want, browse
through the folders listed below the Save in list.
3 Type a new file name in the File name box.
4 Click Save.
Help and
Support
For more information about saving documents in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword saving in the Help and Support Search
box , then click the arrow.
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Opening a document
To view, revise, or print an existing document, first you need to open it. Open
the document in the program that it was created in.
To open a document:
1 Start the program.
2 Click File, then click Open.
3 Click the arrow button to open the Look in list, then click the folder you
want to open. If you do not see the folder you want, browse through the
folders listed below the Look in list.
Look in
list
4 Double-click the document file name. The document opens.
Help and
Support
For more information about opening documents in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword opening files in the Help and Support
Search box , then click the arrow.
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Printing a document
To print a document, you must have a printer connected to your notebook or
have access to a network printer. For more information about installing or using
your printer, see the printer documentation.
To print a document:
1 Make sure that the printer is turned on and loaded with paper.
2 Start the program and open the document.
3 Click File, then click Print. The Print dialog box opens.
4 Set the print options, then click OK. The document prints.
Help and
Support
For more information about printing documents in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword printing in the Help and Support
Search box , then click the arrow.
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Shortcuts
The following table shows a few shortcuts that you can use in Windows and
almost all programs that run in Windows. For more information about
shortcuts, see your Windows or program documentation.
To...Do this...
Copy a file, folder, text, or graphicClick the item, then press CTRL + C.
Shortcuts
Cut a file, folder, text, or graphicClick the item, then press
Paste a file, folder, text, or graphicClick inside the folder or window where you want to paste
the object, then press
Select multiple items in a list or windowClick the first item, press and hold down the
then click each of the remaining items.
Select multiple adjacent items in a list
or window
Permanently delete a file or folderClick the file or folder, then press
Rename a file or folderClick the file or folder, press F2, type the new name, then
Close the active window or programPress
Switch to a different file, folder, or
running program
Help and
Support
For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts
in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword Windows keyboard shortcuts in the
Help and Support Search box ,
then click the arrow.
Click the first item in the list, press and hold down the
SHIFT key, then click the last item in the list.
file or folder is permanently deleted. The file or folder is
not stored in the Recycle Bin.
press
ENTER.
ALT + F4.
ALT +TAB.
Press
CTRL + X.
CTRL + V.
CTRL key,
SHIFT + DELETE. The
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Using the
Internet
This chapter provides information about the Internet and
the World Wide Web. Read this chapter to learn how to:
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■ Set up and access an Internet account using
America Online
■
Connect to a Web site using a browser
■ Download files from the Internet
■ Send and receive e-mail using America Online
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Learning about the Internet
The Internet is a worldwide network of computers linked together to provide
information to people everywhere. The two most popular services on the
Internet are e-mail and the World Wide Web. You can access this network by
connecting your notebook to a telephone, DSL (Digital Subscriber Line), or
cable line and signing up with an Internet service provider (ISP).
Cable and DSL modems, a connection known as broadband, use your TV cable
or special telephone lines to connect to your ISP and access the Internet. Cable
and DSL modems connect to your notebook through an Ethernet jack and
provide a faster connection speed than a standard telephone modem.
ImportantFor the location of your modem and Ethernet jacks, see
“Left side” on page 3.
Internet Servers
store information so other
computers can access it
from the Internet.
Your computer
connects to the
Internet through
an ISP.
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let you connect to
the Internet and
access your e-mail
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If you want to access the Internet you need:
■ A modem – a device that connects your notebook to other computers or
servers using a telephone, DSL, or cable line.
■ An Internet service provider – a company that provides access to the
Internet through an ISP server. When you connect to an ISP, the ISP server
lets you access the Internet and your e-mail messages.
■ A Web browser – a program that displays information from the World
Wide Web.
■ An e-mail program – a program that lets you create, send, and receive
e-mail messages over the Internet.
Setting up an Internet account
Before you can view the information on the World Wide Web, you need to
set up an Internet account with an Internet service provider (ISP). If you have
chosen America Online as an ISP, follow these instructions to set up and
connect to your account. To set up a different ISP service or to transfer an
existing account to this notebook, contact the ISP directly.
If you set up an account with America Online, an Internet e-mail address is
created for you. After completing the setup, you are ready to access the Internet.
To set up an Internet account with America Online:
1 Click Start, All Programs, then click America Online.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions. After setting up your account, you can
connect to the Internet and access your e-mail services.
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Accessing your Internet account
To connect to your America Online Internet account:
1 Click Start, All Programs, then click America Online.
2 Complete the member name and password information, then click
Connect. Your notebook dials the Internet account telephone number. After
connecting, the Wel com e window opens.
If you are using a service other than America Online, check with your ISP for
the correct procedure for connecting.
To disconnect from your America Online Internet account:
■ Click X in the top-right corner of the America Online window. Your
notebook disconnects from the Internet.
ImportantMake sure that your notebook disconnects correctly from
your Internet account. If you do not have an “unlimited
hours” ISP account, you may have to pay for the time that
you are connected, even if you are not at your notebook.
If you are using a service other than America Online, check with your ISP for
the correct procedure for disconnecting.
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Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword ISP in the Help and Support Search box
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Using the World Wide Web
The World Wide Web is a multimedia window to the Internet that gives you
access to millions of information sources.
Information on the Web comes to you on Web p age s, which are electronic
documents that you view using a Web page display program called a browser.
You can use any of the commercially available Web browsers, like Microsoft
Internet Explorer (which comes installed on your new notebook), Netscape
Navigator, or the browser built into America Online.
Web pages can contain text, animations, music, and other multimedia features.
A group of related Web pages is called a Web si t e . You can access Web sites to
shop, track investments, read the news, download programs, and much more.
You can explore a Web site or visit other Web sites by clicking areas on a Web
page called links or hyperlinks. A link may be colored or underlined text, a
picture, or an animated image. You can identify a link by moving the mouse
pointer over it. If the pointer changes to a hand, the item is a link.
To learn more about using the Web browser features, click
Link
Web
page
Linked Web
page
Help in the menu bar.
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Connecting to a Web site
After you set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP) such as
America Online, you can access the many information sources on the World
Wide Web.
To connect to a Web site:
1 Connect to your Internet account. After your notebook connects, a default
opening page or welcome screen opens.
2 To go to a different Web site, type the address (called a URL for “Universal
Resource Locator”) in the browser address bar (for example
www.gateway.com), then click
- OR -
On the current Web page, click a link to a Web site.
The Web browser locates the server computer on the Internet, downloads
(transfers) data to your notebook, and displays the page on the site that
you requested.
GO on the browser address bar.
Help and
Support
Sometimes Web pages display slowly. The speed that a Web page displays on
your screen depends on the complexity of the Web page and other Internet
conditions. Additionally, the speed of your connection will determine how fast
Web pages display.
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Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword connecting to Web site in the Help
and Support Search box , then
click the arrow.
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Downloading files
Downloading is the process of transferring files from a computer on the Internet
to your notebook.
To protect your notebook against viruses, make sure that you scan the files you
download. For more information, see “Protecting your notebook from viruses”
on page 218.
To download files or programs from a Web site:
1 Connect to your Internet account.
2 In the address bar, type the address of the Web site that contains the file
or program you want to download, then click
bar.
- OR -
Click a link on a Web page to navigate to the Web site containing the file
that you want to download.
3 Create or locate the folder where you want to store the file on your
notebook. For more information, see “Working with files and folders” on
page 51.
GO on the browser address
4 Click the link on the Web page for the file that you want to download.
5 Follow the on-screen instructions for saving the file in the folder that you
want. A copy of the file is downloaded to your notebook. The time that
it takes to transfer the file to your notebook depends on file size and
Internet conditions.
6 Open the folder that you created.
7 Install or view the downloaded file by double-clicking it. If applicable,
follow the instructions provided on the Web site to run or install the
program.
Help and
Support
For more information about downloading files in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword downloading files in the Help and
Support Search box , then click the
arrow.
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Using e-mail
E-mail (electronic mail) lets you send messages to anyone who has an Internet
connection and e-mail address. E-mail is usually a free service of your Internet
account.
The Internet never closes, so you can send e-mail messages at any time. Your
e-mail messages arrive at most e-mail addresses in minutes.
An e-mail address consists of a user name, the @ symbol, and the Internet domain name of the Internet service provider (ISP) or company that “hosts” that user.
Your e-mail address is assigned when you sign up for an account with an ISP.
For example, a person with an account with America Online might have an
e-mail address that is similar to this one:
jdoe@aol.com
User nameInternet domain name
Sending e-mail
To send e-mail using America Online:
1 Connect to your America Online account.
2 Click Write.
3 Type the e-mail address of the recipient you want to send e-mail to in the
Send To box.
4 Type the subject of your e-mail in the Subject box.
5 Type the e-mail message.
6 When finished, click Send Now. Your e-mail is sent over the Internet to
the e-mail address you specified.
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Checking your e-mail
To check your e-mail using America Online:
1 Connect to your America Online account.
2 Click Read.
3 Double-click the message you want to read.
For more information about managing and organizing your e-mail messages,
see the online help in your e-mail program.
Using e-mail
Help and
Support
For general information about using e-mail in Windows XP,
click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword e-mail in the Help and Support Search
box , then click the arrow.
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Using Multimedia
This chapter provides information on using the multimedia
capabilities of your notebook. Read this chapter to learn
how to:
■ Adjust the volume
■ Record and play audio files
■ Use Windows Media Player
■ Use a CD or DVD drive
■ Play CDs
■ Use MUSICMATCH
■ Play DVDs
■ Create CDs and DVDs
■ Use the optional diskette drive or memory card reader
■ Attach a digital camera or digital video camera to your
notebook
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Adjusting the volume
Adjusting the volume in Windows XP
You can use the volume controls to adjust the overall volume and the volume
of specific sound devices in your notebook.
To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls:
■ If you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the front of the
speakers.
-OR-
Use the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard. For more
information, see “System key combinations” on page 26.
-OR-
Use the mute and volume control buttons on the audio control panel. For
more information, see “Using the audio controls” on page 29.
To adjust the overall volume level from Windows:
1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your
Control Panel is in Category View, click
2 Click/Double-click the Adjust the system volume or Sounds and Audio
Devices
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. The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens.
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Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices.
Adjusting the volume
3 Click the Volume tab.
4 Drag the Device Volume slider to change the volume or click to select the
Mute check box, then click OK.
Help and
Support
For more information about adjusting the volume in
Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword adjusting volume in the Help and
Support Search box , then click the
arrow.
To adjust specific volume levels:
1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your
Control Panel is in Category View, click
Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices.
2 Click/Double-click the Adjust the system volume or Sounds and Audio
Devices
. The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens.
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3 Click the Volume tab.
4 Click Advanced in the Device volume area.
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If the device you want to adjust does not appear in the window, click
Options, Properties, the check box next to the audio device you want to
adjust, then click
OK.
5 Drag the volume level and balance sliders for the device you want to adjust.
For more information about the volume controls, click
Help in the window.
6 Click X in the top-right corner of the window to close it.
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Adjusting the volume
Adjusting the volume in Windows 2000
You can use the volume controls to adjust the overall volume and the volume
of specific sound devices in your notebook.
To adjust overall volume level using hardware controls:
■ If you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the front of the
speakers.
-OR-
Use the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard. For more
information, see “System key combinations” on page 26.
-OR-
Use the mute and volume control buttons on the audio control panel. For
more information, see “Using the audio controls” on page 29.
To adjust overall volume level from Windows:
■ Click the speaker iconon the taskbar, then drag the slider to change
the volume or click to select the
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Mute check box.
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To adjust specific volume levels:
1 Double-click thespeakericonon the taskbar. The Vol um e C on tr ol
window opens.
If the device you want to adjust does not appear in the Vol u me Co nt r ol
window, click
OK.
click
Options, Properties, the audio device you want to adjust, then
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2 Drag the volume level and balance sliders for the device you want to adjust.
For more information about the volume controls, click
Control window.
Help in the Volu me
3 Click X in the top-right corner of the window to close it.
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Recording and playing audio
Recording and playing audio
Use the following instructions to make an audio recording by speaking into a
microphone.
To make an audio recording:
1 Plug a microphone into the Microphone jack on your notebook. For the
location of the Microphone jack, see “Left side” on page 3.
2 Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then click Sound
Recorder
. The Sound Recorder opens.
Rewind
Fast Forward
Play
Record
Stop
3 Click(record), then speak into the microphone.
4 When you finish recording, click(stop).
5 Click File, then click Save As. The Save As dialog box opens.
6 Name the recording, specify the location where you want to save the
recording, then click
Save. The recording is saved.
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To play an audio recording in Sound Recorder:
1 Open the Sound Recorder.
2 Click File, then click Open. The Open dialog box opens.
3 Click the file you want to play, then click Open.
4 Play the file by clicking(play), then stop playing the file by
clicking(stop).
Help and
Support
For more information about making or playing an audio
recording in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword recording audio or playing audio in
the Help and Support Search box ,
then click the arrow.
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Playing audio and video files with the Windows Media Player
Playing audio and video files with
the Windows Media Player
The Windows Media Player can play several types of audio and video files,
including WAV, MIDI, MP3, AU, AVI, and MPEG formats. For more information
about the using the Windows Media Player, click
To play a file using the Windows Media Player:
1 In Windows XP, click Start, All Programs, then click Windows Media Player.
The Windows Media Player opens.
- OR -
Help.
In Windows 2000, click
Windows Media Player. The Windows Media Player opens.
click
Play
Stop
Start, Programs, Accessories, Entertainment, then
Video file
information
Video
screen
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2 Click File, then click Open. The Open dialog box opens.
ImportantIf the menu bar does not appear, click the show menu
3 Click the file you want to play, then click Open.
4 Play the file by clicking(play), then stop playing the file by
clicking(stop).
barbutton.
Help and
Support
For more information about playing audio and video using
the Windows Media Player in Windows XP, click Start, then
click Help and Support.
Type the keyword Media Player in the Help and Support
Search box , then click the arrow.
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Using the CD or DVD drive
Using the CD or DVD drive
You can use your notebook to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features.
Identifying drive types
Your Gateway notebook contains one of the following drive types. Look on the
front of the drive for one of the following logos:
CD drive
DVD drive
Combination
DVD/CD-RW
drive
Combination
DVD-RW/CD-RW
drive
ROM/R/RW
Use a CD drive for installing programs,
playing audio CDs, and accessing data.
You cannot use this drive to create CDs
or DVDs or play DVDs.
Use a DVD drive for installing programs,
playing audio CDs, playing DVDs, and
accessing data.
You cannot use this drive to create CDs
or DVDs.
Use a combination DVD/CD-RW drive for
installing programs, playing audio CDs,
playing DVDs, accessing data, and
recording music and data to CD-R or
CD-RW discs.
You cannot use this drive to create DVDs.
For more information, see “Creating CDs
and DVDs using Nero Express” on
page 115.
Use a combination DVD-RW/CD-RW
drive for installing programs, playing
audio CDs, playing DVDs, accessing
data, recording music and data to CD-R
or CD-RW discs, and recording video and
data to DVD-RAM, DVD-R, or DVD-RW
discs. For more information, see
“Creating CDs and DVDs using Nero
Express” on page 115.
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Inserting a CD or DVD
ImportantSome music CDs have copy protection software. You may
not be able to play these CDs on your notebook.
To insert a CD or DVD:
1 Press the eject button on the CD or DVD drive. After the disc tray opens
slightly, pull the tray completely open.
2 Place the disc in the tray with the label facing up, then press down carefully
on the disc until it snaps into place
ImportantWhen you place a single-sided disc in the tray, make sure
3 Push the tray in until it is closed.
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that the label side is facing up. If the disc has two playable
sides, place the disc so the name of the side you want to
play is facing up.
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Listening to CDs
You can use the CD or DVD drive on your notebook to listen to music CDs.
ImportantSome music CDs have copy protection software. You may
not be able to play these CDs on your notebook.
Listening to CDs in Windows XP
Use the Windows Media Player to listen to CDs in Windows XP. For more
information about using the Windows Media Player, click
use MUSICMATCH to listen to CDs in Windows XP. For more information, see
“Using MUSICMATCH” on page 92.
You can use the audio buttons on the front of your notebook to control how
you play your CDs. For more information, see “Using the audio controls” on
page 29.
Help. You can also
Listening to CDs
To play a CD:
1 Insert a CD into the CD or DVD drive.
2 If a dialog box opens with a list of CD players, click Windows Media Player.
The Windows Media Player opens.
- OR -
If a dialog box does not open with a list of CD players, click
Programs
opens.
, then click Windows Media Player. The Windows Media Player
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3 When the media player opens, click(play).
Play
Stop
Previous
Next
Volume
Mute
If you do not hear sound or you want to change the volume, see “Adjusting
the volume in Windows XP” on page 78.
Help and
Support
For more information about playing CDs in Windows XP,
click Start, then click Help and Support.
Type the keyword playing CDs in the Help and Support
Search box , then click the arrow.
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