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Windows Basics

About the Windows environment

After your computer 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 the example shown below, depending on
how your computer is set up.

Computer

Documents

Recycle

Bin

America

Online

Start button

Taskbar

HelpSpot or

QuickAnswers

Gateway.net

Internet

Explorer

MSN

Signup

Summary of Contents for Solo 9300

Page 1: ...le 18 Function keys 19 Multi function buttons 21 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 22 3 Windows Basics 25 About the Windows environment 26 Desktop components 27 Window components 29 Using the Start menu 31 Working with files and folders 32 About drives 32 About folders and files 33 Copying and moving files and folders 34 Deleting files and folders 35 Browsing for files and folders 37 Searching for files 3...

Page 2: ... volume 64 Playing CDs and DVDs 65 Listening to music CDs in Windows Me 65 Listening to music CDs in Windows 98 66 Playing a DVD 67 Recording and playing audio 68 Using the Media Player 69 Using MusicMatch 70 Playing CDs 70 Creating music files 71 Building a music library 72 Changing the music library display settings 73 Editing track information 74 Listening to Internet Radio 75 Using composite v...

Page 3: ...alibrating the battery 99 Changing power settings 100 Changing settings 101 Disabling the backlight dimmer 105 Changing SpeedStep settings 106 10 Upgrading Your Notebook 109 Installing a printer scanner or other peripheral device 110 Connecting the modem 111 Adding PC Cards 112 Changing bay modules 114 Preventing static electricity discharge 117 Installing memory 118 Replacing the main hard drive ...

Page 4: ... 144 Right side 146 Docking your notebook 148 Adjusting audio settings 150 Using composite video or S Video 153 Installing a PCI card 155 14 Getting Help 159 For more information 160 HelpSpot 160 QuickANSWERS 161 Online help 162 Gateway Web site 163 Before calling for technical support 164 Technical support resources 165 A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information 167 Index 177 ...

Page 5: ...1 1 About Your Notebook This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway notebook Read this chapter to find out where components and connections are located ...

Page 6: ...tput B Lock switch for CD DVD player control buttons Slide the switch to lock or unlock the CD DVD player control buttons C CD DVD player control buttons Control the CD DVD player software when playing an audio CD or a DVD Icons from top to bottom Rewind Play Pause Stop Forward C B A ...

Page 7: ... Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot B CD DVD drive bay Use this bay for a DVD CD CD R or CD RW drive C Modular bay Use this bay for a 3 5 inch diskette drive LS 120 SuperDisk drive second hard drive or second battery A B C ...

Page 8: ...microphone connection Plug a microphone into this connection While the external microphone is connected the built in microphone is disabled D Modem connection optional Plug a modem cable into this connection E USB connections Plug a USB device such as a USB scanner into this connection F IEEE1394 serial connection optional Plug an IEEE1394 equipped device into this connection G PC Card eject butto...

Page 9: ...nect the optional port replicator or docking station to this connection Warning Power passes through this connection This docking connection is UL certified for use only with Solo 9300 docking station devices E Composite Video Out TV Out connection Plug a standard RCA cable into this connection and the Video In connection on a TV or VCR so you can view your notebook screen on a TV F CompositeVideo...

Page 10: ...DIF digital audio output connection optional Plug a standard RCA cable into this connection and the connection on a digital audio device I Power connection Plug the AC power adapter into this connection Component Icon Description ...

Page 11: ...Bottom 7 Bottom A A C D E F G H I B ...

Page 12: ... release the battery E Modular bay Insert either a diskette drive LS 120 SuperDisk drive second hard drive or second battery into this bay F Modular bay release latch Slide to release the module G System identification label Find the product model number and serial number on this label For more information on the label see Identifying your model in the Maintaining and Troubleshooting guide H CD DV...

Page 13: ...des basic information about your Gateway notebook Read this chapter to find out How to connect the AC power adapter How to start and turn off your notebook What the status indicator lights and icons mean How to use the keyboard and touchpad ...

Page 14: ...outlet Important If 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 information on recalibrating the battery see Recalibrating the battery on page 99 Warning Replace the power cord if...

Page 15: ...apter from your notebook and repeat Step 2 You can use the notebook while the adapter is connected to AC power 3 When you finish using your notebook turn the notebook off and leave the notebook connected to AC power for at least 24 hours The battery charge meters may not show a charge for several hours For the location of the battery meters see Checking battery status on page 94 Battery charging i...

Page 16: ...them to a surge protector which will absorb voltage surges and prevent them from reaching your notebook 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 injury or death Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters Warning High voltages can enter your not...

Page 17: ...o change advanced power management settings on page 103 3 To adjust the viewing angle of the display tilt the display panel forward or backward 4 To control display brightness press the FN key together with the up arrow or down arrow key This notebook is shipped with the backlight dimmer feature enabled The dimmer cuts display power 50 when your notebook is operating on battery power To learn how ...

Page 18: ...a power saving mode called Standby While in Standby the notebook screen darkens and the power indicator light changes to orange When you are ready to use your notebook wake it up by pressing a button or key on the keyboard For more information on changing power saving settings see Changing power settings on page 100 ...

Page 19: ... then select Shut Down The Shut Down Windows dialog box opens 2 Select Shut Down 3 Click OK Windows shuts down and turns off your notebook Important If for some reason you cannot use the Shut Down option in Windows to turn off your notebook press and hold the power button for about five seconds ...

Page 20: ...rns on When A The notebook is accessing the hard drive B The notebook is accessing the CD DVD drive or LS 120 SuperDisk drive C The notebook is accessing the diskette drive D Caps Lock is enabled E Pad Lock is enabled F Scroll Lock is enabled A C E B D F A 1 ...

Page 21: ...icates that the notebook is in standby mode Yellow light indicates that the notebook is in a power saving mode No light indicates that the notebook is off C Reset switch Insert a paper clip to press the switch and reset the notebook when you need to shut down your system and you cannot use the operating system shut down procedure Use this method only if you have first tried pressing CTRL ALT DEL o...

Page 22: ...ons and a Pad Lock key that enables the embedded numeric keypad Adjusting the keyboard angle The two elevating feet under your notebook give the notebook a comfortable angle for typing To extend the elevating feet 1 Close the LCD panel and turn your notebook over 2 Slide each foot toward the side of the notebook until the foot opens 3 Turn the notebook over The keyboard is now angled toward you 4 ...

Page 23: ...Using the keyboard 19 Function keys A FN keys B Numeric keypad C Function keys B C A ...

Page 24: ...at Enable Standby mode on your notebook Press the power button to exit Standby mode Enable Pad Lock so you can use the numeric keypad Press this key combination again to disable Pad Lock The Pad Lock status indicator appears while this function is enabled Pause the text scrolling in a DOS screen This function is only available in some programs The Scroll Lock status indicator appears when this fun...

Page 25: ...ume Right button mutes sound Press again to hear sound B E mail button Opens your e mail program C Web browser button Opens your Web browser D Help button Opens an online help file E Shortcut button Opens a program you assign to this key For information on customizing the multi function buttons see Customizing the multi function buttons on page 54 A B E C D ...

Page 26: ...ad buttons mouse buttons B 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 Important The touchpad is disabled when an external mouse is connected A B ...

Page 27: ...ect on the screen Position the pointer over the object Quickly tap your finger on the touchpad once This action is called clicking Start a program or open a file or folder Position the pointer over the object Quickly tap your finger on the touchpad twice This action is called double clicking Access ashortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen Position the pointer over the ...

Page 28: ... 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 Do this ...

Page 29: ...o get basic information on how to Work on the Windows desktop Work with document and program windows Manage files and folders Use shortcuts For more detailed information about Windows see your Microsoft Windows documentation and online help ...

Page 30: ...f 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 the example shown below depending on how your computer is set up My Computer My Documents Recycle Bin America Online Start button Taskbar HelpSpot or QuickAnswers Gateway net Internet Explorer MSN Signup ...

Page 31: ...tored You must empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete them from your computer For instructions on how to use the Recycle Bin see Deleting files and folders on page 35 Drive icons represent the various drives on your computer such as the diskette drive hard drive and CD drive Double click a drive icon to view files and folders located in the drive Microsoft Internet Explorer is a program calle...

Page 32: ...then open a file or program by clicking selecting an item on the menu that opens The taskbar is the bar at the bottom of the screen 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 taskbar button to activate its window Desktop icons buttons and elements Description ...

Page 33: ...When you double click the icon for a drive disk folder document or program a window opens on the desktop This example shows Local Disk C in My Computer after double clicking the Local Disk C icon Minimize Maximize button Close button Title bar Menu bar ...

Page 34: ...ndow that shows the name of the program 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 screen Clicking the maximize button again restores the window to its former size Clicking the close button closes the active window or prog...

Page 35: ...g the Start menu To open the Start menu Click the Start button on the lower left of the Windows desktop The Start menu opens showing you the first level of menu items When you move the mouse pointer over any menu item that has an arrow next to it another menu or submenu opens and reveals related files programs or commands Click a file or program to open it ...

Page 36: ...ey hold many files and folders A computer almost always has more than one drive Each drive has a letter usually Local Disk C for the main drive and 3 Floppy A for the diskette drive Depending on your system you may also have more drives such as CD DVD or Zip drives Each drive has its own letter To view the drives on your computer Double click the My Computer icon on your desktop To see the files a...

Page 37: ...e a folder 1 Double click the My Computer icon on the desktop The My Computer dialog box opens 2 Double click the drive or folder for example 3 Floppy A or Local Disk C where you want to put the new folder The drive or folder window opens If you do not see the contents of the drive or folder click View the entire contents of this drive or this folder 3 Select File then New then Folder The new fold...

Page 38: ...ation only Therefore you can paste copies of a file into more than one place but as soon as you copy or cut a file again the old file is deleted from the clipboard To copy a file or folder to another folder 1 Right click the file or folder that you want to copy A menu opens on the desktop 2 Select Copy from the menu 3 Open the destination folder 4 With the pointer inside the folder right click the...

Page 39: ...folders see Shortcuts on page 43 2 Right click then select Delete from the pop up menu Windows moves the files and folders to the Recycle Bin To recover files or folders from the Recycle Bin 1 Double click the Recycle Bin icon The Recycle Bin window opens listing the files and folders you have deleted since the last time you emptied it 2 If you want to recover all the files and folders in the bin ...

Page 40: ... select Empty Recycle Bin from the pop up menu Windows asks you if you are sure that you want to empty the bin 2 Click Yes Windows permanently deletes all the files in the Recycle Bin Caution Emptying the Recycle Bin permanently erases any files or folders in the bin These files cannot be restored ...

Page 41: ...els 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 Double click the My Computer icon on the desktop 2 Double click the drive or folder that you think contains the file or folder that you want to find 3 Continue double clicking folders and their ...

Page 42: ...ou can use the Search utility in Windows Me or the Find utility in Windows 98 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 these utilities can be opened copied cut renamed or deleted directly from the list ...

Page 43: ...dialog box opens 2 If you want to search by file or folder name type in all or part of the file or folder name in the Search for files or folders named 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 in part of the name Search will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed ...

Page 44: ...ions Search can find files meeting more criteria than file name You can select options to narrow your search by clicking Search Options and selecting the options that you want Date searches for files that were created or modified on a specific date or during a specific period Size searches for files of a specific size Type searches for files of a specific type such as a program or a text document ...

Page 45: ... The Find All Files dialog box opens 2 If you want to search by file or folder name type in all or part of the file or folder name in the Named text box in of the window If you type all of the name Find will list all files and folders of that name If you type in part of the name Find will list all of the file and folder names containing the letters you typed ...

Page 46: ...sing advanced search options You can find files meeting more criteria than file name You can select options to narrow your search by clicking the Date or Advanced tabs and selecting the options that you want Date searches for files that were created or modified on a specific date or during a specific period Size searches for files of a specific size Type searches for files of a specific type such ...

Page 47: ...t icon press and hold down the CTRL key then click each of the remaining icons that you want to select Select multiple items in a list or in an Explorer window Click the first item press and hold down the CTRL key then click each of the remaining items Select multiple adjacent items in a list Click the first item in the list press and hold down the SHIFT key then click the last item in the list Pe...

Page 48: ...44 Windows Basics ...

Page 49: ...pter provides information about customizing your computer by adding new hardware devices and changing settings in Windows You can Change screen and display settings Change the background and screen saver Customize the multi function buttons ...

Page 50: ... example simple color drawings may appear adequately in 256 colors while color photographs usually need 32 bit True Color which renders millions of colors to be displayed with optimum quality Windows lets you choose from four color depth settings for your LCD We recommend that the 32 bit True Color setting be used at all times If the color in your images seems false or jumpy especially after you h...

Page 51: ...ntrol Panel The Control Panel window opens 2 Click Double click the Display icon The Display Properties window opens 3 Click the Settings tab 4 Select a setting from the Colors drop down list 5 If you want to save your changes click OK Windows tells you it will apply your changes when you click OK again 6 Click OK ...

Page 52: ...arger the screen area the smaller individual components of the screen such as icons and menu bars appear To change the screen area 1 Click Start then select Settings then Control Panel The Control Panel window opens 2 Click Double click the Display icon The Display Properties window opens 3 Click the Settings tab 4 Drag the Screen area slider to the size you prefer 5 If you want to save your chang...

Page 53: ...ow opens 3 Click the Settings tab then click Advanced 4 Select Small Fonts or Large Fonts from the Font Size menu then click OK 5 Click OK Applying a color scheme A color scheme is a set of colors that you can apply to your Windows environment For example you can change the appearance of such things as the desktop windows and dialog boxes You can select an existing scheme or create your own To sel...

Page 54: ...o Step 7 5 If you want to create a new scheme select various items from the Item drop down list and change their settings 6 Click Save As type a name for the new scheme and then click OK 7 Select a color scheme from the Scheme drop down list An example of the scheme appears in the window above the list 8 Click OK ...

Page 55: ...ange the desktop background 1 Click Start then select Settings then Control Panel The Control Panel window opens 2 Click Double click the Display icon The Display Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Background tab Important If Active Desktop is enabled and you have chosen to display Web content the standard desktop background will be partially or completely hidden so you may not be able to see...

Page 56: ... from the Pattern list then clicking OK 7 Click OK Selecting a screen saver You may have heard that your display might be damaged if you leave it on for a long time without using your computer because the image can burn in on the LCD panel You may have heard that you should use a screen saver to avoid this damage Color LCD panels are not subject to burn in so a screen saver is not absolutely neces...

Page 57: ...en Saver drop down list Windows previews the screen saver 5 If you want to customize the screen saver click Settings and then make your changes If the Settings button is not available you cannot customize the screen saver you selected 6 If you want to password protect your screen saver select the Password protected checkbox click Change type your password then click OK 7 If you want to change the ...

Page 58: ...uttons on page 21 To program the multi function buttons 1 Click Start then select Settings then Control Panel 2 Double click the Multi function Keyboard icon If you do not see the Multi function Keyboard icon click view all Control Panel options then click the icon The Gateway Multi function Keyboard utility window opens 3 Click the tab corresponding to the multi function button to make changes to...

Page 59: ...d printing a document apply to most programs This chapter illustrates the following concepts Creating a document Saving a document Opening a document Printing a document Although these examples use Microsoft Word similar procedures apply to other programs such as Microsoft Excel Microsoft Works and Microsoft Publisher For more information about using a program select Help on the menu bar ...

Page 60: ...arts and a blank document opens 2 Select File then select New The document templates dialog box opens 3 Click a tab for the type of document you want to create select a document template style then click OK The document template opens 4 Begin composing your document Use the menus and toolbar buttons at the top of the window to format the document ...

Page 61: ... document you need to save it if you want to use it later To save a document in Microsoft Word 1 Select File then Save The Save As dialog box opens 2 Select the folder from the Save in drop down box type the new file name then click Save File folder File name ...

Page 62: ...he program it was created in To open a document in Microsoft Word 1 Click Start then select Programs then Microsoft Word Microsoft Word starts and a blank document opens 2 Select File then Open 3 Find the folder you want to open in the Look in drop down box 4 Double click the document file name The document opens File folder File name ...

Page 63: ...For more information about installing or using your printer refer to the printer documentation To print a document in Microsoft Word 1 Make sure that the printer is turned on and loaded with paper 2 Start Microsoft Word and open a document 3 Select File then Print The Print dialog box opens 4 Select the print options then click OK The document prints ...

Page 64: ...60 Working with Documents ...

Page 65: ...ation on using the multimedia capabilities of your notebook Read this chapter to learn how to Use the diskette drive Use the CD DVD drive Adjust the volume Play CDs and DVDs Record and play audio files Use Media Player Use MusicMatch Use video capture ...

Page 66: ...th the label facing up 2 To access a file on the diskette double click the My Computer icon the drive letter drive A for the standard 1 44 MB diskette drive or drive D for the LS 120 drive module then the file 3 To remove the diskette make sure the drive activity light is off then press the diskette eject button Warning Do not expose diskettes to water or magnetic fields Exposure could damage the ...

Page 67: ...he tray with the label up then press down carefully on the disc until it snaps into place 3 Push the tray in until it is closed Component Description A Eject button B Manual eject hole To open the tray while power is turned off insert a straightened paper clip into this hole Important When you place a single sided CD or DVD in the tray make sure that the label side is facing up If the disc has two...

Page 68: ...ume or press the mute button to turn off all sound For more information on the location of the buttons see Multi function buttons on page 21 To adjust specific volume levels 1 Double click the speaker icon on the taskbar The Volume Control dialog box opens If the device does not appear in the Volume Control dialog box select Options Properties select the audio device you want to appear then click ...

Page 69: ...ick Help in the Windows Media Player application To listen to a CD in the Windows Media Player Insert a CD into the CD DVD drive The Windows Media Player opens and the CD plays If the Windows Media Player does not open automatically when you insert the CD open it by clicking Start then selecting Programs then Windows Media Player When the media player opens click play Play Pause Stop Sound Control...

Page 70: ...o the CD DVD drive The CD Player opens and the CD plays If the CD Player does not open automatically when you insert the CD open it by clicking Start then selecting Programs Accessories Entertainment then CD Player When the CD Player opens click play If you do not hear the audio or you want to increase or decrease the volume see Adjusting the volume on page 64 When you finish listening to the CD c...

Page 71: ...er program See the DVD help for more information about using the DVD player To play a DVD 1 Make sure that the volume is turned up 2 Disable your system screen saver and standby timers 3 Click Start then select Programs DVD Player then DVD Player The DVD Player video screen and control panel open 4 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive then click play The DVD plays 5 To control the DVD or adjust the vol...

Page 72: ...eak into the microphone 3 When you finish recording click stop 4 Select File then Save As The Save As dialog box opens 5 Name the recording specify the path then click Save The recording is saved To play an audio recording in the Sound Recorder 1 Open the Sound Recorder 2 Select File then Open The Open dialog box opens 3 Select the file you want to play back then click Open 4 Play the file by clic...

Page 73: ...Start then select Programs Accessories Entertainment then Media Player The Media Player opens 2 Select File then Open The Open dialog box opens 3 Select the file you want to play then click Open 4 Play the file by clicking play then stop playing the file by clicking stop 5 For more information about the Media Player click Help in the Media Player application Stop Play Pause Video screen Video file...

Page 74: ... Enter music track information Listen to Internet Radio Playing CDs You can use the MusicMatch program to play music CDs on your notebook To play a music CD 1 Double click the MusicMatch icon on your desktop MusicMatch opens 2 Place the music CD into the CD DVD drive on your notebook The names of the music tracks appear in the playlist area 3 Click Play ...

Page 75: ...see the online Help in MusicMatch MP3 MPEG Layer 3 is a standard for digitally compressing high fidelity music into compact files without noticeably sacrificing quality MP3 files end in the file extension mp3 Ripping is the process of copying a music track from a music CD and storing it on your hard drive To create rip MP3 files 1 Double click the MusicMatch icon 2 Place a CD into the CD DVD drive...

Page 76: ... music tracks to your music library by Creating MP3 files When you create MP3 files from the tracks on your music CD MusicMatch automatically adds these files to your music library Dragging and Dropping Drag and drop files from Windows Explorer or your desktop to the music library Downloading files from the Internet When you are connected to the Internet MP3 files that you download are automatical...

Page 77: ...ay settings To change the music library display settings 1 Double click the MusicMatch icon 2 Select Options then Settings The Settings window opens 3 Click the Music Library tab 4 Select the categories that you want to display in the columns 5 Click OK ...

Page 78: ...mation on thousands of artists albums and track titles After you add a CD track as an MP3 file to your music library you can edit track information To edit track information 1 Double click the MusicMatch icon 2 Create an MP3 file 3 Right click the file then select Edit Track Tag 4 Enter information such as track title lead artist album or genre 5 Click OK After you enter this track information it ...

Page 79: ...tations To listen to an Internet Radio station 1 Double click the MusicMatch icon then connect to the Internet 2 Click Radio The Radio window opens 3 Click Station Selector A window opens that lists radio stations by music format city or country 4 Select a radio station then click Play MusicMatch connects to the station ...

Page 80: ...the cable to the Video In connector on your TV or VCR 3 Switch the display to Composite Video Out by pressing FN F3 4 Reset your display setting to 640 480 screen area with large text fonts for best viewing For information on changing the screen area see Adjusting the screen area on page 48 For information on changing the font size see Changing the font size on page 49 To connect a VCR or camera t...

Page 81: ...al source such as a video camera to the optional Composite Video In connection on your notebook For information on the location of this connector see Back on page 5 2 Connect the Audio Out connection of your external source if available to the Line In connection on your notebook You will need to change the audio source to Line In See Changing the audio source on page 78 3 Click Start then select P...

Page 82: ...to the Line In connection on your notebook or docking station 2 Double click the speaker icon on the taskbar The Volume Control dialog box opens 3 Select Options then Properties The Properties dialog box opens 4 In the Adjust volume for section select Recording then click OK The Recording Control dialog box opens 5 In the Line Balance section click the Select checkbox 6 In the Line Balance section...

Page 83: ... chapter provides information about the Internet and the World Wide Web and tells you how to set up Gateway netSM or America Online AOL Internet services so that you can send and receive e mail and access other Internet resources ...

Page 84: ...ne to other computers or servers If you have a modem jack on your notebook you have a modem An Internet Service Provider a service 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 yo...

Page 85: ...Windows desktop 2 Follow the on screen instructions After setting up your account you can connect to the Internet and access your e mail services Accessing your Internet account To connect to your Gateway net or AOL Internet account 1 Double click the Connect to Gateway net or America Online icon The Connect dialog box opens 2 Complete the member name and password information then click Connect Th...

Page 86: ...Web pages can contain not only text but animations music and other multimedia features A group of related Web pages is called a Web site 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 the Web page called links or hyperlinks A link may be colored or underlined text a picture or...

Page 87: ...ifferent Web site type the address called a URL for Universal Resource Locator in the browser address bar for example www gateway com then click GO on the browser address bar OR On your home page or another 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 opening page of the site that you requ...

Page 88: ...nload then click GO on the browser address bar OR Click on links on a Web page to navigate to the Web site containing the file that you want to download 3 Create a folder where you want to store the file on your notebook 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 created A copy of the file i...

Page 89: ... 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 the Gateway net ISP might have an e mail address that is similar to this one Sending e mail To send e mail using Gateway net or AOL 1 Connect to your Gateway net or AOL account 2 Click Create Mail OR Click Write 3 Type the e mail address of the recipient you want to send...

Page 90: ...ail To check your e mail using Gateway net or AOL 1 Connect to your Gateway net or AOL account 2 Click Read Mail OR Click Read For more information about managing and organizing your e mail messages see the online help in your e mail program ...

Page 91: ...spreadsheet word processor or graphics program you can send it as a fax You can also receive faxes on your notebook This chapter shows you how to Set up a fax cover page Create and send a new fax Fax a document you created in another program Receive a fax View and print a fax ...

Page 92: ...honeTools opens 2 Click Configure then select General Configuration from the pop up menu The General Configuration dialog box opens 3 Click the Customize tab then type your personal information in the User boxes 4 Click the Fax tab then enter your name and fax number in the Identifier text box This identifier information is required by law You can enter up to 20 characters in the text box We sugge...

Page 93: ... Logo Management dialog box opens 7 If you do not want the PhoneTools logo on your cover page click the picture then click the clear button OR If you want to replace the PhoneTools logo with one of your own click the import button then select a picture for the logo The picture must be small enough to fit in the logo box 8 Click OK Import button Clear button ...

Page 94: ...90 Sending and Receiving Faxes Sending a fax To send a fax 1 Click Start then select Programs PhoneTools then PhoneTools PhoneTools opens 2 Click Send Fax The Send Fax Wizard opens ...

Page 95: ...ge 6 If you want to attach a file make sure the file is not open then click browse select the file then click Open 7 Click Next then click Finish The Confirm Transmissions dialog box opens 8 Click Send PhoneTools dials the fax number and sends your fax To fax a document directly from most programs 1 In the program with the document open click File then select Print The Print dialog box opens 2 Sel...

Page 96: ...Start then select Programs PhoneTools then PhoneTools PhoneTools opens When PhoneTools is open it detects incoming faxes and stores them in the In Box 2 To view a fax click Fax Inbox then double click the fax you want to view The fax viewer opens where you can view and print the fax ...

Page 97: ... battery power properly managing power consumption is necessary to get the most use out of the battery This chapter shows you how to Maintain battery power and check the battery charge Change batteries Recalibrate the battery Change power saving settings ...

Page 98: ...tery icon in the lower right corner of the taskbar A battery status popup window opens Moving the pointer anywhere on the display closes the window Press FN F2 keys to view the Status window which appears in the upper left corner of the display The second and third lines of the Status window display battery levels for the main battery and optional second battery if installed When the battery level...

Page 99: ...s for maximum power savings For more information on changing these settings see Changing power settings on page 100 Closing the display panel to turn off the display while you are not using your notebook The display stays off until you open the panel again Enabling Hibernate mode support and using Hibernate mode for power savings while the notebook is not in use For more information on Hibernate m...

Page 100: ...ut of the bay 3 Place a recharged battery into the bay and press down until it snaps into place 4 Open the notebook and press the power button Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the Gateway Solo 9300 Li Ion battery Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn haz...

Page 101: ...battery 1 Shut down your notebook close the cover and turn your notebook over 2 Slide the module bay latch and pull the module straight out Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the Gateway Solo 9300 Li Ion battery Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard...

Page 102: ...into place 4 Open your notebook and press the power button to start your system Charging batteries Both the main and the optional secondary batteries recharge while they are installed and your notebook is connected to AC power While the batteries are recharging the battery indicator light turns on ...

Page 103: ... Setup utility opens 3 Open the Exit menu 4 Highlight Calibrate Gas Gauge then press ENTER You are prompted to start the recalibration program 5 Start the recalibration program by pressing ENTER A message appears indicating the amount of time the process takes When the battery has been fully discharged the notebook turns itself off 6 You can now re connect the AC adapter and fully charge your batt...

Page 104: ...ned off You can also select one of the defined power schemes or create a custom power scheme Power alarms can alert you when the battery charge is low Advanced power settings let you assign the power button and Standby key to activate different power saving modes You can also set which power saving mode is activated when you close the LCD panel Hibernate mode also called save to disk writes all cu...

Page 105: ...icon in Windows Me If you do not see the Power Options icon click view all Control Panel options then double click the icon The Power Management Properties dialog box opens 3 Select a power scheme from the Power Scheme drop down list OR Set the timers for System standby Turn off monitor and Turn off hard disks then save your custom power scheme by clicking Save As and typing in a name for the sche...

Page 106: ... Double click the Power Management icon in Windows 98 or the Power Options icon in Windows Me If you do not see the Power Options icon click view all Control Panel options then double click the icon The Power Management Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Alarms tab 4 Adjust the alarm settings then save the changes by clicking OK ...

Page 107: ... window opens 2 Double click the Power Management icon in Windows 98 or the Power Options icon in Windows Me If you do not see the Power Options icon click view all Control Panel options then double click the icon The Power Management Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Advanced tab 4 Change the settings then save the changes by clicking OK ...

Page 108: ...wer Options icon in Windows Me If you do not see the Power Options icon click view all Control Panel options then double click the icon The Power Management Properties dialog box opens 3 Click the Hibernate tab 4 Select the Enable hibernate support check box then click Apply Hibernate mode is now an option you can select in the Advanced tab 5 Click the Advanced tab 6 Select Hibernate as one of the...

Page 109: ... the backlight dimmer 1 Turn on your notebook 2 As soon as it starts and you see a startup screen press F2 The BIOS Setup utility opens 3 Open the Power menu then highlight DC Mode Power Savings and press ENTER The DC Mode Power Savings screen opens 4 Select Customized by pressing the spacebar then highlight the Backlight field and select Full by pressing the spacebar 5 Press ESC 6 Open the Exit m...

Page 110: ...d at reduced speed which uses less power while using battery power To change SpeedStep settings 1 Click Start then select Settings then Control Panel The Control Panel window opens 2 Double click the Power Management icon in Windows 98 or the Power Options icon in Windows Me If you do not see the Power Options icon click view all Control Panel options then double click the icon The Power Managemen...

Page 111: ...eed using less power regardless of the power source change the Plugged in setting to Battery Optimized Performance To disable SpeedStep technology control click Advanced select the Disable Intel SpeedStep technology control check box then click OK To remove the SpeedStep icon from the taskbar click Advanced select the Remove icon from taskbar check box then click OK 5 Click OK Your changes to powe...

Page 112: ...108 Managing Power ...

Page 113: ...vides information about adding hardware devices to your notebook Topics include Installing additional devices such as printers scanners and digital cameras Connecting the modem Adding PC Cards Changing bay modules Replacing memory and the hard drive ...

Page 114: ...e see About Your Notebook on page 1 IEEE 1394 connectors and USB connectors are plug and play which means that you usually can use a IEEE 1394 device or USB device by just plugging it into the appropriate connector Windows establishes communication between your computer and the device automatically Parallel and serial connector peripheral devices are not plug and play so they usually require a set...

Page 115: ...modem and a telephone cable To connect the modem 1 Insert one end of the telephone cable into the modem jack on the right side of the notebook 2 Insert the other end of the telephone 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 software ...

Page 116: ...apping means that you can insert a PC Card while your notebook is running If your PC Card does not work after hot swapping refer to the PC Card manufacturer s documentation for further information To insert a PC Card Push the card firmly into the PC Card slot label side up until the outer edge of the card is flush with the side of the notebook A Type III card must be inserted into the lower slot I...

Page 117: ...Adding PC Cards 113 To remove a PC Card 1 Release the eject button by pressing the PC Card eject button once 2 Eject the PC Card by pressing the eject button again ...

Page 118: ...other supports a diskette drive 120 MB SuperDisk drive second hard drive or second battery A CD DVD drive bay release latch B CD DVD drive bay C Modular bay release latch D Modular bay Important When changing modules you must shut down your notebook before replacing the module and restart the notebook after the new module is correctly installed A B C D ...

Page 119: ...dules 1 Save all work and then shut down your notebook 2 Close the cover and turn your notebook over 3 Locate the appropriate module bay access latch 4 Slide and hold the latch open then pull the module straight out and away from your notebook ...

Page 120: ...116 Upgrading Your Notebook 5 Firmly push the new module straight into the bay until the latch clicks into place 6 Restart your notebook ...

Page 121: ...ted floors plastic and packing foam Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection Always hold memory modules by their edges Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the modules Never slide memory modules over any surface Caution...

Page 122: ...o add or replace memory modules 1 Shut down your notebook then remove the battery and disconnect all power cords Follow the precautions stated in Preventing static electricity discharge on page 117 2 Remove the memory bay cover screws then remove the memory bay cover For the location of the memory bay cover see Bottom on page 7 Warning To avoid injury disconnect all power cords and remove the batt...

Page 123: ...Installing memory 119 3 If you are removing a module gently press outward on both clips at either end of the memory module until the module tilts upward 4 Pull the memory module out of the slot ...

Page 124: ... angle and slide it into the empty memory slot 6 Gently push the module down until it clicks in place 7 Replace the memory bay cover then replace the screws 8 Insert the battery or connect the power adapter and turn on your notebook Important Use only PC100 100 MHz memory modules ...

Page 125: ...e or replace your original drive with a higher capacity drive To replace the drive follow the instructions below To replace the main hard drive 1 Shut down your notebook close the cover and turn your notebook over 2 Slide the module bay latch and pull the module straight out from the notebook The main hard drive is located beneath the module ...

Page 126: ...122 Upgrading Your Notebook 3 Remove the two screws that secure the hard drive to the notebook 4 Slide the hard drive away from the connector and remove it from the bay ...

Page 127: ...ing the main hard drive 123 5 Place the new hard drive in the bay and slide it into the connector 6 Replace the two screws to secure the hard drive to the notebook 7 Reinstall the module and connect the power ...

Page 128: ...124 Upgrading Your Notebook ...

Page 129: ...125 11 Travel Tips and Accessories This chapter contains helpful hints for using your notebook while traveling and information on various accessories that you can buy for your notebook ...

Page 130: ...t coupler Take a telephone line protector Take a telephone line tester to check for unsafe lines especially if you are traveling internationally Take a list of ISP dial up numbers with you so you can connect to your ISP while outside of your usual calling area A list of country dialing codes may be especially useful Download entire Web sites that you frequently refer to for off line viewing if you...

Page 131: ... you can see your notebook display Avoid working with confidential documents until you can be sure of privacy Use a startup password to restrict access to your notebook You can find the password setup in the Security menu of the BIOS Setup utility To create a startup password 1 Restart your notebook As soon as you see a startup screen press F2 The BIOS Setup utility opens 2 Open the Security menu ...

Page 132: ...not use a power adapter To use the AC power adapter in airports look for outlets next to support pillars in areas such as boarding gates and under public telephones Take a single plug power surge protector Take an extra battery for your notebook and fully charge all batteries before leaving on your trip For information on how to change the battery see Changing batteries on page 96 Monitoring the b...

Page 133: ...lthough you can attach external devices directly your notebook a docking station lets you make all of those connections at once When you travel with your notebook you merely disconnect from the docking station instead unplugging all the external devices A docking station also provides additional ports and other expansion features not included with your notebook External keyboards and monitors You ...

Page 134: ...hey are slower than laser printers Using an inkjet color printer you can print pictures banners and greeting cards 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 ...

Page 135: ...such as a monitor a full size keyboard or an AC power adapter Although devices can be attached directly to the connectors on the notebook rear panel the port replicator lets you make all of those connections in one step The port replicator also gives you access to additional connectors not found on the notebook rear panel ...

Page 136: ...132 Using the Solo Port Replicator Front Component Description A Release latch B Docking connector C Docking posts A C B ...

Page 137: ...ocked only the USB connectors on the docking station are available B Dual mode Kensington lock slot Secure your notebook and docking station to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to these slots Connect the lock here to secure only the docking station left slot Connect the lock here to secure both the docking station and the notebook right slot A B ...

Page 138: ...the built in microphone is disabled C Line In connection Connect an external audio source such as a stereo to this connection so you can record sound on your notebook or play sound through the notebook speakers D Line Out connection Connect an external audio device such as a stereo to this connection so you can play your notebook audio through that device E Parallel connection Plug a parallel devi...

Page 139: ...camcorder so you can record video or capture an image on your notebook Functionality depends on your notebook J Composite Video Out TV Out connection Plug a standard RCA cable into this connection and the connection on a TV or VCR so you can view your notebook screen on a TV K S Video Out connection Plug a standard S Video cable into this connection and the connection on an S Video device L S PDIF...

Page 140: ...136 Using the Solo Port Replicator Right side Component Icon Description A Mouse Plug a PS 2 mouse into this connection B Keyboard Plug a PS 2 keyboard into this connection B A ...

Page 141: ...ator while your notebook is off on or in Standby Suspend mode To attach your notebook to the replicator 1 Connect external devices to the connectors on the replicator 2 Lift the release latch on the replicator 3 Align the connector holes on the bottom of your notebook with the docking posts on the replicator ...

Page 142: ...e release latch on the replicator until the notebook is disconnected from the docking connection on the replicator 3 Lift the notebook away from the docking posts Important The notebook may detect additional devices and add drivers after being attached to the port replicator This process must be completed for components to work properly Follow any on screen instructions if necessary ...

Page 143: ...or information on using MGI VideoWave III see Using composite video on page 76 To connect your notebook to a TV 1 Connect one end of a standard RCA video cable to the Composite Video Out connection on the port replicator or connect one end of a standard S Video cable to the S Video Out connection on the port replicator 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the Video In connector on your televisi...

Page 144: ...To connect a VCR or camera to your notebook 1 Connect one end of a standard RCA video cable to the Composite Video In connection on the port replicator 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the Video Out connector on your VCR or camera ...

Page 145: ...external devices such as a monitor a full size keyboard or an external pointing device Although devices can be attached directly to the connections on the rear panel the docking station lets you make all of those connections in one step It also provides additional connections and other expansion features ...

Page 146: ...142 Using the Solo Docking Station Front Component Description A Docking connector B Docking posts C Docking eject button D Release latch A B C D ...

Page 147: ...SB device into one of these connections These connections and the notebook USB connections can be used at the same time C Dual mode Kensington lock Secure your notebook and docking station to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to these slots Connect the lock here to secure only the docking station left slot Connect the lock here to secure both the docking station and the notebook righ...

Page 148: ...y audio connection C Composite Video Out TV Out connection Plug a standard RCA cable into this connection and the connection on a TV or VCR so you can view your notebook screen on a TV D Composite Video In TV In connection Plug a standard RCA cable into this connection and the connection on a TV VCR or camcorder so you can record video or capture an image on your notebook Functionality depends on ...

Page 149: ...onitor VGA connection Plug an external monitor into this connection I S Video In connection Plug a standard S Video cable into this connection and the connection on an S Video device Functionality depends on your notebook J S Video Out connection Plug a standard S Video cable into this connection and the connection on an S Video device K Power connection Plug the AC power adapter into this connect...

Page 150: ...146 Using the Solo Docking Station Right side C D E F G H B A ...

Page 151: ...n microphone is disabled D Line In connection Connect an external audio source such as a stereo to this connection so you can record sound on your notebook or play sound through the notebook speakers E Line Out connection Connect an external audio device such as a stereo to this connection so you can play your notebook audio through that device F Mouse connection Plug a PS 2 mouse into this connec...

Page 152: ...fer to the docking station s packing materials for first time setup instructions 2 Connect external devices to the docking station 3 Lift the release latch on the docking station 4 Align the connector holes on the bottom of your notebook with the connector posts on the docking station Important When the notebook is docked the docking station must be connected to AC power to function properly ...

Page 153: ...Click Start then select Eject PC or press the Docking Eject button on the front of the docking station The Eject PC menu item appears in the Start menu only while the notebook is docked 2 Lift the release latch on the docking station until the notebook is disconnected 3 Lift the notebook off of the docking posts ...

Page 154: ...ital audio connection to the docking station To enable the docking station s external speakers and audio connections in Windows Me 1 Double click the speaker icon on the taskbar The Volume Control dialog box opens 2 Click Advanced The Advanced Controls for Volume Control dialog box opens 3 Click Docked Speakers for analog audio The docking station audio connectors are enabled See Right side on pag...

Page 155: ... appears 3 Double click Maestro Wave WaveTable Synthesis Devices then click the Dock Settings tab 4 Select Use my dock s audio ports and external speakers while docked then click OK The docking station s audio connections and external speakers are enabled To route analog audio through the digital audio connection in Windows 98 1 Right click the My Computer icon then select Properties from the pop ...

Page 156: ...he Use my notebook s audio ports and internal speakers while docked check box then click OK 5 Open the Audio Properties dialog box again then click the Audio Settings tab 6 Select the Direct all audio output to the digital audio port Optical or S PDIF check box then click OK All audio is now passed through the digital audio connection ...

Page 157: ...pture motion video or still images and store them on your hard drive For more information on using MGI VideoWave III see Using MGI VideoWave III on page 77 To connect your docking station to a TV 1 Connect one end of a standard RCA video cable to the Composite Video Out connection on the docking station or connect one end of a standard S Video cable to the S Video Out connection on the docking sta...

Page 158: ...onnect one end of a standard RCA video cable to the Composite Video In connection on the docking station or connect one end of a standard S Video cable to the S Video In connection on the docking station 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the Video Out connection on your VCR or camera ...

Page 159: ...d You can install one standard half length PCI card in your docking station To install a PCI card 1 Remove the screw on the back of the docking station 2 Lift the release latch on the docking station 3 Slide the cover straight back and lift it off ...

Page 160: ...ard requires access for cables push out the side panel cover and store it in a safe place 5 Remove the retaining screw from the card bracket in the card bay 6 Install the PCI card in the card slot 7 Secure the card by replacing the retaining screw ...

Page 161: ...cking station and sliding it forward into place Do not tilt the cover 9 Replace the screw that secures the cover to the docking station Important The PCI card bay cover is locked when the release latch is down and the docking station is secured using the Kensington lock slot ...

Page 162: ...158 Using the Solo Docking Station ...

Page 163: ...ting Help This chapter tells you about additional information resources available to help you use your notebook If these resources do not provide the information you need technical support resources are available ...

Page 164: ...asily accessible set of Help files troubleshooters instructional videos and automated support for Windows Me Use HelpSpot to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway notebook To start HelpSpot 1 Click Start then select Help HelpSpot starts 2 Click a link or do a search for more help information ...

Page 165: ...y accessible interactive guide for use with Windows 98 and is designed to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway computer Double click the QuickAnswers icon to get help with everything from finding a file to backing up your hard drive ...

Page 166: ...w to perform a task while you are using the program Most online help information can be accessed by selecting a topic from a Help menu or by clicking a Help button You can search for information by viewing the help content checking the index searching for a topic or keyword or browsing through the online help ...

Page 167: ...e 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 Accessing your Internet account on page 81 ...

Page 168: ...nstalled it according to the instructions provided with it If you did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway refer to the manufacturer documentation and technical support resources If you have how to questions about using a program consult Online Help Printed documentation The Microsoft Windows manual The software publisher s Web site Consult the troubleshooting chapter of Maintaining ...

Page 169: ...55 4695 by minute World Wide Web Access a variety of online information about Gateway its products and its software and hardware manufacturers www gateway com support E mail support services Get help by submitting an e mail form to one of Gateway s support services Several e mail support services are available Complete an e mail form then click Submit at the bottom of the form Your e mail goes to ...

Page 170: ...051 US 800 827 6364 US 888 265 4357 Canada 800 848 8990 US Sales accounting and warranty Get information about available systems pricing orders billing statements warranty service or other non technical issues 800 846 2000 US 888 888 2037 Canada Resource Service description How to reach ...

Page 171: ... is in the proper position for your area The voltage selector switch is set at the factory to the correct voltage Openings in the computer case are provided for ventilation Do not block or cover these openings Make sure you provide adequate space at least 6 inches 15 cm around the system for ventilation when you set up your work area Never insert objects of any kind into the computer ventilation o...

Page 172: ...er is turned off a small amount of electrical current still flows through the computer To avoid electrical shock always unplug all power cables and modem cables from the wall outlets before cleaning the system Unplug the system from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if The power cord or plug is damaged Liquid has been spilled into the system The system does not operate pro...

Page 173: ...elocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Compliance Accessories The accessories associated with this equipment are shielded video cable These accessories are required to be used in ...

Page 174: ...t you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved The telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of this equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service This equipment cannot be used on telephone compa...

Page 175: ... means of a certified connector assembly The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommu...

Page 176: ... 1998 Attachment requirements for pan European approval for connection to the analogue Public Switched Telephone Networks PSTNs of TE excluding TE supporting voice telephony services in which network addressing if provided is by means of Dual Tone Multi Frequency DTMF signaling This equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98 482 EEC CTR 21 for Pan European single terminal connection to the...

Page 177: ...rea or an adjacent area thereto and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas When used near a radio or TV receiver it may become the cause of radio interference Read instructions for correct handling ...

Page 178: ...his equipment shall not be set up to make automatic calls to the Telecom 111 Emergency Service Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device The associated equipment shall be set to operate within the following limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications a There shall be no more than 10 calls to ...

Page 179: ... Products under a US Department of Health and Human Services DHHS Radiation Performance Standard Should the unit ever need servicing contact an authorized service location Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent exposure to laser beams do not try to open the enclosure of a CD...

Page 180: ...otices or obligation Trademark Acknowledgments AnyKey black and white spot design CrystalScan Destination EZ Pad EZ Point Field Mouse Solo TelePath Vivitron stylized G design and You ve got a friend in the business slogan are registered trademarks and GATEWAY Gateway Profile Gateway Solo Gateway Astro green stylized GATEWAY green stylized Gateway logo and the black and white spotted box logo are t...

Page 181: ...43 port replicator 133 capturing video 77 CD adding tracks to your library 72 editing track information 74 playing audio in Windows 98 66 playing audio in Windows Me 65 playing audio with MusicMatch 70 CD DVD 63 control buttons 2 drive bay 3 inserting discs 63 installing and replacing 115 changing bay modules 114 clicking 23 Client Care 164 165 close button 30 color changing depth 47 changing numb...

Page 182: ...s 46 buttons 27 changing background 51 changing color depth 47 changing color scheme 49 changing number of colors 47 icons 27 43 dialing codes 126 diskette drive 62 diskettes 3 62 display 13 adjusting 13 docking connection 132 docking station 148 port replicator 137 release latch 132 documentation Gateway Web site 163 HelpSpot 160 online help 162 QuickANSWERS 161 documents creating 56 opening 58 p...

Page 183: ... 38 viewing list 32 font size 49 Function key 20 G Gateway Web site 163 Gateway net 27 81 H hard drive 3 replacing 121 help button 21 online 162 HelpSpot 27 126 160 hyperlinks 82 I icons 27 selecting desktop 43 IEEE 1394 connection 4 110 installing bay modules 114 docking station 148 hard drive 121 memory 118 PC Cards 112 PCI card 155 port replicator 137 Internet 80 connecting to 81 requirements t...

Page 184: ...rmation 74 playing 69 MPEG file 69 multi function buttons 21 customizing 54 multimedia listening to music CDs 65 playing a file with Media Player 69 playing audio CD with MusicMatch 70 playing audio CD with Windows CD Player 66 playing audio CD with Windows Media Player 65 playing DVD 67 recording audio 68 using Windows Media Player 65 music library building 72 changing settings 73 MusicMatch buil...

Page 185: ...r battery 94 95 128 button 17 20 147 changing settings 100 damaged cord 10 12 management 128 Standby Resume 13 14 status pop up menu 20 printer installing 110 printing documents 59 programs closing 43 opening 23 31 Q QuickANSWERS 27 126 161 R radio listening with MusicMatch 75 RAM 118 119 bay 8 recording audio file 68 CD tracks 71 Recycle Bin 27 deleting files and folders 35 emptying 36 recovering...

Page 186: ...art button 28 Start menu 31 starting notebook 13 programs 23 31 static electricity 117 status indicators Pad Lock 20 Scroll Lock 20 surge protector 12 128 Suspend 20 S Video In 145 S Video Out 139 153 system label 8 system status indicators 16 17 T taskbar 28 technical support automated troubleshooting 165 Client Care 165 e mail 165 FaxBack support 165 Internet Service Provider ISP 166 resources 1...

Page 187: ...ainst 84 volume adjusting 64 muting 64 volume control 21 W waking up your notebook 14 WAV file 69 Web browser 80 82 Web page 82 Web site 82 connecting to 83 Gateway 163 window 29 close button 30 closing 43 maximize button 30 menu bar 30 minimize button 30 title bar 30 Windows desktop 26 World Wide Web WWW 82 downloading files 84 ...

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