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Your Gateway Computer user'sguide Customizing Troubleshooting - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 2
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14 Protecting from power source problems 15 Starting your computer 16 Turning off your computer 16 Restarting (rebooting) your computer 17 Keyboard 18 Mouse 19 Using the mouse 20 Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device 21 3 Getting Help 23 Help and Support 24 Searching - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 4
Identifying window items 34 Working with files and folders 36 Viewing drives 36 Creating folders 37 Copying and moving files and folders 39 Deleting files and folders 41 Browsing for files and folders 42 Searching for files 44 Using the Windows Search utility 45 Working with documents 47 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 5
Your Computer 115 Adjusting the screen and desktop settings Power management 127 Using power saving modes 127 Changing power settings 128 Changing the power scheme 128 Changing advanced power settings 129 Activating and using Hibernate mode 130 Setting up an uninterruptible power supply - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 6
need for a peer-to-peer wireless Ethernet network 147 For more information 147 Using your computer on a network 148 Installing and configuring your computer for Ethernet networking 148 10 Moving from Your Old Computer 149 Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 150 Transferring - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 7
197 Adding or replacing add-in cards 199 Replacing the power supply 202 Replacing the system board 205 Installing memory 207 Replacing the system battery 211 14 Troubleshooting 213 Safety guidelines 214 First steps 214 Software support tools 215 Troubleshooting 216 Add-in cards 216 v - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 8
218 Computer 218 File management 219 Hard drive 219 Internet 220 Keyboard 222 Memory 222 Modem (dial-up 223 Monitor 227 Mouse 229 Power 229 Printer 230 Sound 231 Using the BIOS Setup utility 232 Telephone support 234 Before calling Gateway Technical Support 234 Telephone support 235 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 9
features of your Gateway computer. Read this chapter to learn: ■ How to identify the features of your computer ■ How to locate your computer's model and serial number ■ How to locate the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity ■ How to locate the specifications for your computer ■ What accessories are - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 10
1: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Front Your computer may contain any of the following components. DVD/CD drive (optional) CD/DVD eject button Reset button Hard drive indicator 3.5-inch drive bay covers Power indicator Power button IEEE 1394 port Port door USB ports 2 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 11
additional 3.5-inch drives. Power indicator Turns on when computer power is on. Power button Press this button to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. For more information on changing the power button setting, see - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 12
1: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Back Your computer may contain any of the following components. Power connector Voltage switch PS/2 keyboard port USB ports Serial port Monitor port USB ports Microphone jack Headphone/analog speakers (Line out 1) jack Modem jack GATEWAY SERIAL NO. Case - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 13
the utility power is supplied at a nominal 115 volts at 60 Hz. The power supply should always be set to this when your computer is operating in Gateway serial number PS/2 mouse port Remove this screw before opening the case. Provides your computer's serial number. For more information, see "Gateway - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 14
Out Your Gateway Computer Component Parallel port System label Ethernet (network) jack Audio input (Line in) jack Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity Telephone jack (optional) Icon Description Plug a parallel device (such as a printer) into this port. For more information, see "Installing - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 15
model number The label on the back of your computer case contains information that identifies your computer model. Gateway Technical Support will need this information if you call for assistance. Gateway serial number You can locate the Gateway serial number: ■ Printed on a white sticker on the - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 16
1: Checking Out Your Gateway Computer Finding your specifications For more information about your computer, such as memory size, memory type, and hard drive size, visit Gateway's eSupport page at support.gateway.com. The eSupport page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 17
computer. To order accessories, visit the Accessory Superstore at accessories.gateway.com. Home networking kit With a home networking kit, you can network, or "link", two or more computers that you can view and edit on your computer. For more information, see "Connecting a digital video camera" on - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 18
your computer running temporarily during a power failure so you can save your work and shut down your computer correctly. A UPS may also provide protection from power surges. For information about setting up a UPS, see "Setting up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 132. 10 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 19
2 Getting Started Read this chapter to find out how to: ■ Use your computer safely ■ Protect your computer from power source problems ■ Start and turn off your computer ■ Use the keyboard ■ Use the mouse ■ Use the computer display ■ Install peripheral devices 11 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 20
the computer display or shine directly into your eyes. ■ Position the computer desk and computer so you can avoid glare on your computer display computer display. ■ Use soft, indirect lighting in your work area. Do not use your computer in a dark room. ■ Avoid focusing your eyes on your computer - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 21
. You can use a pillow or cushion to provide extra back support. Setting up your computer and computer accessories ■ Set up your computer so the display is no higher than eye level, the display controls Set paper holders at the same height and distance as the computer display. www.gateway.com 13 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 22
Chapter 2: Getting Started Sitting at your computer ■ Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Make sure that they are in a relaxed position when you type. ■ Do not your muscles, and relieve your eyes. ■ Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule a variety of tasks. 14 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 23
a power failure. Although you cannot run your computer for an extended period of time with a UPS, a UPS lets you run your computer long enough to save your work and shut down your computer normally. For more information, see "Setting up an uninterruptible power supply" on page 132. www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 24
came with the device for setup instructions. Turning off your computer Tips & Tricks When you turn off your computer, certain components in the power supply and system board remain energized. In order to remove all electrical power from your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 25
tab, then click the program that is not responding. 3 Click End Task. 4 If your computer does not respond, turn it off, wait ten seconds and turn it on again. Important If your computer does not turn off, press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. www.gateway.com 17 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 26
. Move the cursor up, down, right, or left. Use these keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad (NUM LOCK) is turned on. 18 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 27
Mouse Mouse The mouse is a device that controls the pointer movement on the computer display. This illustration shows the standard mouse. Right button Left button Scroll wheel As you move the the mouse to move through a document. This feature is not available in all programs. www.gateway.com 19 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 28
the computer display Start a program or open a file or folder Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the computer the object to the appropriate part of the computer display. Release the button to drop the object where you want it. For instructions on how to adjust the - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 29
or other peripheral device, see the device documentation and installation instructions. Your computer has one or more of the following ports: IEEE to your computer. For more information about port locations, see "Checking Out Your Gateway Computer" on page 1. IEEE 1394 and USB ports support plug- - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 30
Chapter 2: Getting Started 22 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 31
3 Getting Help This chapter tells you about additional information resources available to help you use your computer. Read this chapter to learn how to access: ■ Help and Support ■ Online help ■ Gateway Web site 23 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 32
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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 33
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 menu or by clicking a Help button. You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 34
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 at support.gateway.com. For more information about connecting to the Internet, see "Using the Internet" on page - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 35
Gateway Web site Support Home To get specific information about your computer, type your serial number into the My Support box, then click Continue, or click Look up my serial number for me. For more information, see "Finding your specifications" on page 8. Click Support Home, then click All Support - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 36
Chapter 3: Getting Help 28 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 37
4 Windows Basics Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Use the Windows desktop ■ Manage files and folders ■ Work with documents ■ Use shortcuts 29 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 38
. Your desktop may be different from this example, depending on how your computer 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 Search box , then click the arrow. 30 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 39
icon. Desktop elements Description The taskbar is the bar at the bottom of the computer display containing , files, help for Windows and other programs, and computer tools and utilities. Click the Start button, then open your computer. For instructions on how to use the Recycle Bin, see - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 40
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. 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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 41
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 Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 42
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 Local Disk (C:) icon in the My Computer window. Title bar Menu bar Close Maximize Minimize 34 www - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 43
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. Help and Support For more information about windows in - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 44
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 computer almost always has more than one drive. Each drive has a letter - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 45
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 you keep on your computer. In fact, all information on a computer is stored in files. Folders Files www.gateway.com 37 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 46
To create a folder: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer on the Start menu. 2 Double-click the drive where you by the folder icon. Help and Support For more information about creating files and folders in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword creating files and - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 47
copy again. Then the clipboard contains the new information only. Therefore, you can paste copies of file or folder you want to copy. For more information, see "Viewing drives" on page 36 and "Searching you want to copy. A pop-up menu opens on the desktop. 3 Click Copy on the pop-up menu. 4 Open the - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 48
file or folder you want to move. For more information, see "Viewing drives" on page 36 and "Searching that you want to move. A pop-up menu opens on the desktop. 3 Click Cut on the pop-up menu. 4 Open the old location. Help and Support For more information about copying files and folders or moving - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 49
instructions on how to select multiple files and folders, see "Shortcuts" on page 51. If you cannot find the file you want to delete, see "Searching for files" on page 44. 2 Click File, then click Delete. Windows moves the files and folders to the Recycle Bin. Help and Support For more information - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 50
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 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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 51
for a file: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window opens. 2 Double-click the drive or folder that folder you want. 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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 52
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 , or deleted directly from the list in the results window. 44 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 53
and folders. 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. 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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 54
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 Search box , file. ■ Type of file, such as a program or a text document. 46 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 55
Working with documents Working with documents Computer documents include word processing files, to other programs such as WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel. For more information about using a program, click Help on its menu bar. Creating a new format the document. www.gateway.com 47 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 56
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 Search box , then click the arrow. 48 www - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 57
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 Search box , then click the arrow. www - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 58
have a printer connected to your computer or have access to a network printer. For more information about installing or using your printer, document prints. Help and Support For more information about printing documents in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 59
Windows and almost all programs that run in Windows. For more information about shortcuts, see your Windows or program documentation. To... Do this . Help and Support For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 60
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5 Using the Internet This chapter provides information about the Internet and the World Wide Web. Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Set up and access an Internet account using America Online® ■ - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 62
is a worldwide network of computers linked together to provide information to people everywhere. The two most popular services on the Internet are on your computer, see "Back" on page 4. Internet Servers store information so other computers can access it from the Internet. Your computer connects - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 63
your computer to other computers or servers using a telephone, DSL, or cable line. ■ An Internet service provider 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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 64
time that you are connected, even if you are not at your computer. If you are using a service other than America Online, check with your ISP for the correct procedure for disconnecting. Help and Support For general information about using Internet accounts in Windows XP, click Start, then click - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 65
Information on the Web comes to you on Web pages, 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 computer .gateway.com 57 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 66
, click a link to a Web site. The Web browser locates the server computer on the Internet, downloads (transfers) data to your computer, and displays the page on the site that you requested. Help and Support For more information about connecting to a Web site in Windows XP, click Start, then click - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 67
, 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 Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com 59 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 68
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 mail is sent over the Internet to the e-mail address you specified. 60 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 69
managing and organizing your e-mail messages, see the online help in your e-mail program. 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 Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com 61 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 70
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template ■ Fax a document you scanned or created in another program ■ Receive, view, and print a fax Help and Support For more information about sending and receiving faxes in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword Fax in the Search box , then click the arrow. 63 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 72
faxes using your modem. When Windows XP was originally installed on your computer, Fax was not installed. You need to install Fax from your blue /Remove Windows Components. The Windows Components Wizard opens. 3 Click Fax Services, then click Next. 4 Click Finish to exit the Windows Components - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 73
up your user information. Your fax cover sheets and fax headers contain this information, some of , you may need to provide information in the Location Information and the Phone and Modem Options , click Next. The Sender Information screen opens. 3 Type the information about yourself that you want - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 74
TSID) screen opens. 7 Type the transmitting fax identifier information. This identifier information is required by law. You can type up to If you set up your computer to receive faxes, type the receiving fax identifier information, then click Next. This identifier information is required by law and - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 75
Sending a simple fax 10 If you set up your computer to receive faxes, select a folder you want to The Send Fax Wizard opens. 2 On the Welcome to Fax Configuration Wizard screen, click Next. The Recipient Information screen opens. 3 Type the name and fax number of the recipient of your fax. 4 If you - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 76
to send the fax and a priority for the fax, then click Next. The Completing the Send Fax Wizard screen opens. 11 Click Finish. 68 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 77
, then move them to the appropriate place on your template. You can also use the Insert menu to include information that is automatically calculated (such as number of pages or date and time sent). 3 If you want to in list. 6 Type the new cover page template name. 7 Click Save. www.gateway.com 69 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 78
. 4 Click Print or OK. The Send Fax Wizard opens. 5 Complete the wizard by following the instructions in "Sending a simple fax" on page 67. Faxing a scanned document To fax a document that . 5 Complete the wizard by following the instructions in "Sending a simple fax" on page 67. 70 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 79
Console. The Fax Console opens. 2 Click Outbox, then right-click the fax you want to cancel. 3 Click Delete to cancel the fax. 4 Click Yes. www.gateway.com 71 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 80
tab, then click Properties. The Modem dialog box opens. 5 Specify the number of retries and the amount of time between retries. 6 Click OK. 72 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 81
Automatically cancelling a fax Automatically cancelling a fax If your computer tried to send a fax and failed to connect to a fax machine, you can automatically cancel a failed fax. the Automatically delete failed faxes after check box and specify the number of days. 7 Click OK. www.gateway.com 73 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 82
Chapter 6: Sending and Receiving Faxes 74 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 83
7 Using Multimedia This chapter provides information on using the multimedia capabilities of your computer. Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Adjust the volume ■ Record and play audio files ■ Use Windows Media Player ■ Use the CD or DVD drive ■ Play CDs and DVDs ■ Use MusicMatch ■ Use a - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 84
and the volume of specific sound devices in your computer. Depending on the sound hardware installed in your computer, you may have additional , 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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 85
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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 86
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 computer. For the location of the Microphone jack, see "Checking Out Your Gateway Computer" on page - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 87
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 Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com 79 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 88
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 using the Windows Media Player, click Help. To play a file using the Windows Media Player: 1 Click - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 89
Playing audio and video files with the Windows Media Player 2 Click File, then click by clicking (play), then stop playing the file by clicking (stop). 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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 90
Gateway computer may contain one of the following drive types. Look on the front of the drive for one of the following logos: CD drive Use a CD drive for installing programs, playing audio information, see "Creating CDs and DVDs" on page 95. Use a DVD drive for installing programs, playing audio - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 91
Inserting a CD or DVD CD or DVD drive Using the CD or DVD drive Activity indicator Eject button Important Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be able to play these CDs on your computer. www.gateway.com 83 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 92
You can also use MUSICMATCH to listen to music CDs. For more information, see "Using MUSICMATCH" on page 86. Important Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be able to play these CDs on your computer. To play a CD: 1 Insert a CD into the CD or DVD drive. .gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 93
3 When the media player opens, click (play). Listening to CDs Play Stop Volume Previous Mute Next If you do not hear sound or you want to change the volume, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 76. www.gateway.com 85 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 94
Listen to Internet Radio For more information on using MUSICMATCH, see its online help. Playing CDs You can use the MUSICMATCH program to play music CDs. Important Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be able to play these CDs on your computer. To play a music CD in Windows - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 95
CD dialog box opens, click Play Audio CD using MUSICMATCH Jukebox, then click OK. The musicmatch window opens, the CD begins playing, and the names of the music . The musicmatch window opens, the CD begins playing, and the names of the music tracks appear in the playlist area. www.gateway.com 87 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 96
from a music CD to your computer's hard drive as MP3 files. artist, and track names of your CD, then use that information for naming and storing your MP3 files, connect to the your CD or DVD drive. 3 If an Audio CD dialog box opens, click Play Audio CD using MUSICMATCH Jukebox, then click OK. The - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 97
configured, MUSICMATCH records the tracks to your hard drive as MP3 files. A progress bar appears next to each track as it is recorded. Editing track information After you add a CD track as an MP3 file to your music library, you can edit the track - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 98
4 Click Options, Music Library, then click Edit Track Tag(s). The Edit Track Tag(s) dialog box opens. 5 Enter information such as track title, lead artist, album, and genre. 6 Click OK. The new track information appears in the MUSICMATCH playlist, music library, and recorder window. 90 www - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 99
find a track quickly by using the sort features, and add information to a music file. You can add music tracks to your music Drag and drop files from Windows Explorer or your desktop to the music library. ■ Downloading files from the trouble listening to, or working with, a downloaded file, - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 100
open a column list, then click the category that you want to display in the column. 4 When you have finished selecting categories, click OK. 92 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 101
in the play this station box. MusicMatch connects to the station and plays the audio. If you do not see Featured Radio Stations or Radio Stations, drag the the play this station box. MusicMatch connects to the station and plays the audio. If you do not see Broadcast Radio, drag the scroll bar on - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 102
follow the on-screen instructions. 4 Insert a DVD into the DVD drive, then click (play). The DVD plays. Use the volume controls in the DVD player to adjust the volume. For more information on using the DVD player, see its online help. Help and Support For more information about playing DVDs in - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 103
, create music CDs, create video DVDs, and more. Important We recommend that you do not use your computer for other tasks while creating CDs. Important Important If you record copyrighted material on a CD or DVD, you may not be able to listen to these CDs on your computer. www.gateway.com 95 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 104
Chapter 7: Using Multimedia Copying a CD or DVD To copy a music CD, data CD, or data DVD: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Burn a CD or Data DVD, Nero Programs, then click Nero Express. Nero Express opens. 96 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 105
Destination drive list, then click your recordable drive. 6 If you have two CD or DVD drives, click to select the Quick copy check box. www.gateway.com 97 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 106
Chapter 7: Using Multimedia 7 Click Burn. The Nero's Title and CD Database dialog box opens. 98 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 107
a message tells you that the recording is complete, click OK. 11 Click Next to return to the main Nero Express screen. 12 Click Exit. www.gateway.com 99 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 108
box opens, click Take no action, then click OK. 4 Move your pointer over Data, then click Data Disc. The Disc Content screen opens. 100 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 109
key to select multiple files. 7 Click Add. You can continue to select files and click Add. 8 After you select all your files, click Finished. www.gateway.com 101 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 110
a message tells you that the recording is complete, click OK. 13 Click Next to return the main Nero Express screen. 14 Click Exit. 102 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 111
, then click Nero Express. Nero Express opens. 2 Insert the music CD that has the tracks you want to copy into your CD drive. 3 If an Audio CD dialog box opens, click Take no action, then click OK. 4 Click More. The Nero Toolbar opens. www - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 112
Chapter 7: Using Multimedia 5 Click the Save Tracks icon. The Nero's Title and CD Database dialog box opens. 6 Wait until the dialog box closes. - OR Click Cancel. 104 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 113
down the CTRL key, click the tracks you want, then click GO. The recording process begins. 10 After the recording is complete, click Close. www.gateway.com 105 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 114
you can view all files on your computer. ■ MP3 Disc to create a CD using MP3 files. You can play the CD on your computer or a player that supports MP3 files. ■ WMA disc to create a CD using WMA files. You can play the CD on your computer or a player that supports WMA files. 106 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 115
The screen you use to add files opens. Creating CDs and DVDs www.gateway.com 107 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 116
to select multiple files. 7 Click Add. You can continue to select files and click Add. 8 After you select all your files, click Finished. 108 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 117
When a message tells you that the recording is complete, click OK. 13 Click Next to return the main Nero Express screen. 14 Click Exit. www.gateway.com 109 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 118
a hard drive failure, virus, or other problem. ■ Nero CD-DVD Speed to test your information, see the online help in the programs and the online user's guides. To access the user's guides, click Start, All Programs, Burn a CD or Data DVD, User's Guides, then click the guide you want. 110 www.gateway - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 119
Camera Wizard in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword digital picture in the Search box , then click the arrow. Tips & Tricks See Do More With Gateway for more information about using your computer to edit, store, and print digital photos. Click Start, then click - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 120
IEEE 1394 port, see "Checking Out Your Gateway Computer" on page 1. To connect a digital instructions in the setup wizard. For more information on using Pinnacle Expression, see its online help and the online guide located on the program CD. Important We recommend that you do not use your computer - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 121
video, and record the video to a DVD-R or DVD-RW disc. Tips & Tricks See Do More With Gateway for more information about using your computer to edit videos. Click Start, then click Do More With Gateway. If you are in the Business Solutions view, click Consumer Solutions. Click Digital Video. www - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 122
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chapter provides information about customizing your computer by changing settings in Windows. Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Change screen and display settings ■ Change the background and screen saver ■ Adjust the mouse settings ■ Add, change, and switch user accounts ■ Adjust power management - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 124
Computer Adjusting the screen and desktop settings You can adjust the screen settings for brightness, contrast, and horizontal and vertical image position using the controls on the front of your monitor. For more information about these adjustments, see your monitor guide opens. 116 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 125
desktop settings 4 Click the arrow button to open the Color quality list, then click the color depth you want. 5 Click OK, then click Yes. Help and Support For more information about adjusting display settings in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 126
Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer Adjusting the screen resolution You can increase the screen resolution to fit more icons on your desktop, or you can decrease the resolution to make reading the display The Display Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Settings tab. 118 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 127
then click Yes. Help and Support For more information about adjusting screen resolution in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword changing screen resolution in the Search box , then click the arrow. Changing the colors on your Windows desktop You can change the - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 128
Computer 3 Click the Appearance tab. 4 Click the arrow button to open the Color scheme list, click the color scheme you want, then click OK. The new colors appear on your desktop. - OR - If you want to create a new color scheme as part of a desktop appear on your desktop. 120 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 129
Appearance and Themes. 2 Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Desktop tab. 4 Click a background picture in the Background list. - OR - Click Browse to select a background to open the Position list, then click Stretch or Tile. www.gateway.com 121 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 130
Support For more information about changing the desktop background in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword changing desktop viewing your screen while you are away from your computer. Windows supplies a variety of screen savers that you can choose from gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 131
the Screen Saver tab. Adjusting the screen and desktop settings 4 Click the arrow button to open the the Wait box. 8 Click OK. Help and Support For more information about selecting a screen saver in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword screen savers in the Search - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 132
Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer Changing the mouse settings You can adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, left-hand or right-hand configuration, and other dialog box opens. 3 Click one of the tabs to change your mouse settings. 4 Click OK to save changes. 124 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 133
full access to your computer, be sure to instructions to add, delete, or modify a user account. Help and Support For more information about user accounts in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword user accounts in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 134
Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer To switch user accounts: 1 Click Start, then click Log Off. The Log Off Windows dialog box opens. 2 Click Switch User. The Windows . When you switch between user accounts, any programs that were running for the previous user continue to run. 126 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 135
your work before using Standby mode. In Standby mode, your computer reduces or turns off the power to most devices except memory. However, the information in the memory is not saved to the hard drive. If power is interrupted, the information is lost. ■ Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 136
Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer Changing power settings You can change power management settings, such as the power button function and power-saving timers, by changing power settings in Windows. You can also adjust power schemes and adjust advanced power settings. Power schemes (groups of - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 137
the time you want. To save your custom power scheme, click Save As and type a name for the scheme. 4 Click OK. Help and Support For more information about changing the power scheme in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword power scheme in the Search box , then click - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 138
Chapter 8: Customizing Your Computer 3 Click the Advanced tab. 4 Click the arrow button to open a Power buttons list, then click the power setting mode you want to use. 5 Maintenance. 2 Click/Double-click the Power Options icon. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. 130 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 139
want to use. -OROpen the Power Options Properties dialog box, then click the Advanced tab. Hibernate is now an option in the Power buttons lists. ■ As a manually-selected power savings mode, click Start, then click Turn Off Computer. Press and hold SHIFT, then click Hibernate. www.gateway.com 131 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 140
Your Computer Help and Support For more information about using Hibernate mode in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword hibernate in the Search box , then click the arrow. Setting up an uninterruptible power supply To install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 141
Finish, then click OK. Power management Help and Support For more information about setting up an uninterruptable power supply in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword uninterruptable power supply in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.com 133 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 142
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lets you share drives, printers, and a single Internet connection among the connected computers. Read this chapter to learn about: ■ Benefits of using a network in your home, small office, or home office ■ Types of network connections ■ Purchasing additional network - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 144
computer drives ■ Share peripheral devices ■ Stream audio and video files ■ Play multi-player games Sharing a single Internet connection Each computer for your second computer and paying for a second Internet service provider (ISP) account. Help and Support For more information about sharing an - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 145
network, you can store audio files (such as the popular .MP3 files) and video files on any networked computer, then play them on any of the other computers or devices connected to your network. This process is called streaming. Help and Support For more information about streaming files in Windows - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 146
■ Your computer has wireless Ethernet for networking Help and Support For more information about selecting network connections in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword networks or network types in the Search box , then click the arrow. 138 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 147
and can be used to build computer networks in the home. Ethernet, Fast Install an Ethernet card in each of your desktop computers (if your computers do not already have built-in Ethernet Tips & Tricks If you are connecting just two computers (known as a peer-to-peer wired Ethernet network), - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 148
up of a router, a cable or DSL modem, your computers, and cables connecting each of these components. The router . Attached to the router are all of your computers or Ethernet-ready devices. Also connected to the router For more information about accessing a wireless Ethernet, see "Using a wireless - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 149
and tablet PC. - OR - An Ethernet card (also called network interface cards or NICs) installed in each desktop computer. - OR - An Ethernet PC Card installed in each notebook. ■ An Ethernet router. Select a router that network running at the speed of the slowest rated component. www.gateway.com 141 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 150
Chapter 9: Networking Your Computer Using a wireless Ethernet network A wireless Ethernet network is ideal for creating a home or office network or adding mobility networks ■ Possible interference from cordless phones and microwaves ■ Not compatible with IEEE 802.11a networks 142 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 151
natural obstructions such as walls, floors, and doors. The two most common types of wireless Ethernet networks are access point and peer-to-peer. www.gateway.com 143 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 152
using radio waves. If your computer does not have built-in wireless Ethernet capabilities, you need to add a wireless PCI card (desktop), PC card (notebook), or , or hub. For more information about accessing a wired Ethernet, see "Using a wired Ethernet network" on page 139. 144 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 153
you need: ■ A wireless Ethernet PCI card installed in each desktop computer - OR - A wireless Ethernet USB adapter attached to each desktop or notebook computer - OR - A notebook or tablet PC with wireless Ethernet built at the speed of the slower IEEE 802.11b components. www.gateway.com 145 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 154
wireless Ethernet network Use a peer-to-peer (also known as ad hoc) wireless Ethernet network if you are setting up or joining a temporary computer-to-computer network. This type of network does not include access into a wired network or the Internet. You can create this type of network to quickly - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 155
USB adapter attached to each desktop or notebook computer - OR A notebook or tablet PC with wireless Ethernet built-in - OR A wireless Ethernet PC Card installed in each notebook that does not have wireless Ethernet built-in For more information For more information about purchasing equipment for - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 156
The Setting Up Your Windows Network guide has been included on your hard drive. It provides instructions for installing and configuring both wired and wireless Ethernet networking on your computer. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 148 www - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 157
, you may have personal data files, Internet settings, a printer or other peripheral devices, and other unique computer settings that you want to move from your old computer to your new one. Read this chapter to learn about: ■ Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard ■ Transferring - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 158
also moves specific files or entire folders, such as My Documents, My Pictures, and Favorites. To open the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard: ■ Click Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. Help and Support For more information about using - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 159
the desktop. Go to the next step. 2 Double-click the C:\ drive icon. 3 Double-click the My Documents folder. The My Documents window opens and displays many of your saved personal data files. 4 Copy your personal data files to removable media or to another computer on your network. www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 160
, see "Searching for files" on page 44. Help and Support For more information about finding files in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword searching for files in the Search box , click the arrow, then click the Full-text Search Matches button. 152 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 161
computer to your new one. Setting up your ISP ■ If your current Internet service provider (ISP) software came preinstalled on your new computer their software, and install it on your new computer. ■ If you use MSN as your ISP on-screen instructions. Help and Support For more information about - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 162
your original software installation CDs. If you have trouble after you install the software for your old devices, you can use System Restore to restore your computer's previous settings. Help and Support For information about restoring your computer's previous settings in Windows XP, click Start - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 163
. The Add Printer wizard opens. 7 Install your printer by following the on-screen instructions. Help and Support For more information about installing a printer in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword installing a printer in the Search box , then click the arrow - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 164
computer. Locate your original program installation CDs and installation guides. Your original CDs and guides trouble after installing your old programs, you can restore your computer's previous settings using System Restore. Help and Support For more information about restoring your computer - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 165
11 Maintaining Your Computer This chapter provides basic information about maintaining your computer hardware and software. Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Care for your computer ■ Protect your computer from viruses ■ Manage hard drive space ■ Back up files ■ Clean your computer 157 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 166
extend the life of your system: ■ Be careful not to bump or drop your computer, and do not put any objects on top of it. The case, although strong, is not made to support extra weight. ■ When transporting your computer, we recommend that you put it in the original packaging materials. ■ Keep your - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 167
drive space Clean up hard drives Scan hard drive for errors Defragment hard drive Back up files Clean computer case Clean keyboard Clean computer screen Clean mouse Immediately Monthly When needed after purchase X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X See... page 160 page 163 page 164 page - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 168
computer, then spreads from one computer to another. Viruses can damage data or cause your computer on a certain date. Protect your computer from a virus by: ■ Using Support For more information about protecting your computer against viruses in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 169
Protecting your computer from viruses To scan for viruses: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click Norton AntiVirus 2003. Norton AntiVirus opens. Scan for 3 Click the type of scan you want to make in the Scan for Viruses area, then under Actions, click Scan. www.gateway.com 161 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 170
on-screen instructions to remove the virus. 2 Turn off your computer and leave it off for at least 30 seconds. 3 Turn on your computer and instructions to update your Norton AntiVirus program with the latest virus protection files. 4 When the program has finished, click Finish. 162 www.gateway - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 171
to manage your hard drive. Checking hard drive space To check hard drive space: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that you want to check for available file space, then click Properties. Drive space information appears. www.gateway.com 163 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 172
use the Windows Disk Cleanup program: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the hard drive that you want to each file type you want to delete is selected. For more information about file types you can delete, read the descriptions in the Disk Cleanup dialog box - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 173
Support For more information about keeping the hard drive space free of unnecessary files in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. if you encounter hard drive problems. To check the hard drive for errors: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window opens. 2 Right- - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 174
has finished checking the drive for errors, it provides a summary of the problems that it found. 6 Correct any problems that are found by following the on-screen instructions. 7 Click OK. Help and Support For more information about checking the hard drive for errors in Windows XP, click Start - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 175
information into pieces and stores them in different places on the hard drive. This is called fragmentation, and it is normal. In order for your computer of the drive. Defragmenting the information stored on the drive can improve Start, then click My Computer. The My Computer window opens. 2 Right- - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 176
shows its progress on the computer display. When finished, Disk Defragmenter asks if you want to quit the program. 6 Click Close or Yes, then click the X in the top-right corner to close the Disk Defragmenter window. Help and Support For more information about defragmenting the hard drive - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 177
. If you do not have a high-capacity backup device and you want to purchase one, you can contact Gateway's Add-on Sales department or visit the Accessories Store at accessories.gateway.com. Help and Support For more information about backing up files in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 178
program you want to schedule and follow the on-screen instructions to customize the task. Important Your computer must be on during scheduled tasks. If your computer is off, scheduled tasks will not run. Help and Support For more information about using the Scheduled Tasks Wizard in Windows XP - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 179
To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. Always turn off your computer and other peripherals before cleaning any components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean your computer and other parts of your system. Do not use abrasive or - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 180
your computer and computer screen If your computer screen is a flat panel display, use a soft cloth and water to clean the computer screen. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with the cloth. Warning The computer If your computer screen is - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 181
Cleaning the mouse If the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer screen or becomes difficult to control precisely, cleaning the mouse will likely improve its accuracy. Clean mouse ball. 3 Remove any dust, lint, or dirt from the mouse ball with a soft cloth. www.gateway.com 173 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 182
Computer 4 Clean the mouse rollers with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol. Mouse rollers 5 Replace the mouse ball and lock the retaining ring into place. Help and Support For a video tutorial about cleaning the mouse in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 183
Software Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Reinstall device drivers ■ Update device drivers ■ Reinstall programs ■ Reinstall Windows If you are not comfortable with the procedures covered in this chapter, seek help from a more experienced computer user or a computer service technician. 175 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 184
. For more information about System Restore in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword system restore in the Search box , then click the arrow. ■ See the Troubleshooting section of this guide. If these steps do not resolve the problem, use the Gateway Restoration CDs - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 185
information between computer devices and programs. Drivers for your original computer hardware are installed at Gateway. If you install a new device, you need to install the drivers provided by the device manufacturer. You should reinstall device drivers: ■ If directed to do so while troubleshooting - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 186
wizard opens when you restart your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. Help and Support For more information about reinstalling device drivers in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword drivers in the Search box , then click the arrow. 178 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 187
device drivers by following the on-screen instructions. Depending on the device driver you are updating, you may only need to restart your computer to complete the installation. However, if a setup wizard opens when you restart your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 188
Support For more information about updating device drivers in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword updating drivers in the Search box , then click the arrow. Reinstalling programs If you have problems and follow the on-screen instructions. 4 Insert the yellow - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 189
installation. However, if a setup wizard opens when you restart your computer, follow the on-screen instructions. Help and Support For more information about reinstalling programs in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword installing programs in the Search box , then - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 190
Reinstalling Windows If your computer is not working correctly, try the following options to correct the problem: ■ Troubleshooting. For more information, see "Troubleshooting" on page 216. ■ Reinstalling device drivers. For more information, see "Reinstalling device drivers" on page 177. If - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 191
copies files to your hard drive. When your computer restarts, do NOT press any key to boot from CD. 15 Follow the on-screen instructions to set your Regional and Language Options. 16 Click Personal / Home Use, then click Continue. The Gateway Driver and Application Recovery program starts and the - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 192
Chapter 12: Restoring Software 19 When the Gateway Application Loader has finished, go to the Windows desktop by clicking Close. 20 Install additional programs by following the instructions in "To reinstall programs from the Applications CD(s):" on page 180. 21 Install other software, such as - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 193
Computer This chapter provides information about upgrading and replacing components in your computer. Read this chapter to learn how to: ■ Open and close the computer case ■ Remove and install drives and components ■ Remove and install add-in cards ■ Remove and install system boards ■ Add memory - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 194
a stable surface on which to set your computer. ■ Has enough room to place all the computer parts. ■ Is near a grounded outlet so you can test your computer after installation. ■ Is near a telephone (in case you need help from Gateway Technical Support). The telephone must be directly connected to - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 195
metal part of your computer. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the power supply. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer. ■ Unplug the power Never slide expansion cards or components over any surface. www.gateway.com 187 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 196
panel: 1 Follow the instructions in "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 187. 2 Shut down your computer, then disconnect the power cord and modem, network, and all peripheral device cables. 3 Press the power button to drain any residual power from your computer. 188 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 197
4 Remove the two thumbscrews from the side panel cover. Opening the case www.gateway.com 189 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 198
Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer, then pull the panel away from the computer. 190 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 199
Removing the front bezel Opening the case To remove the front bezel: ■ Position the computer where you can grasp the front bottom edge of the bezel, then pull the bezel out and away from the case. www.gateway.com 191 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 200
Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the side panel To replace the side panel: 1 Make sure that all of door tabs into the top and bottom case notches, then slide the side panel toward the front of the computer to secure it into place. Case notches Case notches 192 www - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 201
3 Replace the two side panel thumbscrews. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. Replacing the front bezel To replace the front bezel: 1 Align the latch pins with the computer latch holes. Closing the case 2 Press the bezel firmly into place. www.gateway.com 193 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 202
Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer Adding or replacing a CD, DVD, or diskette drive Use these instructions to add or replace 5.25-inch drives, such drive: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 188. 2 Remove the front bezel by following the - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 203
the drive cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new drive.) See the drive documentation for further instructions. Data ribbon cable Power cable www.gateway.com 195 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 204
Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer 4 If you are adding a new drive, remove the drive bay on the side closest to the power supply connection). See the drive documentation for further instructions. 8 Close the case by following the instructions in "Closing the case" on page 192. 196 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 205
the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 188. 2 Disconnect the drive cables, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new drive.) See the drive documentation for further instructions. Data ribbon cable Power cable www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 206
cable indicates Pin 1 and corresponds with Pin 1 on the drive (typically on the side closest to the power supply connection). See the drive documentation for further instructions. 7 Replace the side panel following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 192. 198 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 207
or replacing add-in cards An add-in card is a card used in the computer to add functionality to the system. Use the following instructions to replace, add, or reseat an add-in card. To replace, add, or the new card.) See the add-in card documentation for further instructions. www.gateway.com 199 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 208
Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer 4 If you are replacing a card, remove the retention screw that secures the card to the case. - OR If you are adding a card, remove a retention screw from a blank slot. 200 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 209
loosen the card, but do not bend the card sideways. Warning Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of the add-in card. Touching the contacts can cause electrostatic damage to the card. 6 Install the new card sideways. 7 Secure the add-in card with the retention screw. www.gateway.com 201 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 210
the power supply To replace the power supply: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 192. 2 For more stability, place your computer on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 202 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 211
Replacing the power supply 3 Disconnect the power supply cables from all components (such as, hard drives, CD or DVD drives, and the system board), noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new power supply.) www.gateway.com 203 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 212
Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer 4 Remove the four retention screws that secure the power supply to the case. 5 Slide the power supply up and away from the power supply brackets. 204 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 213
in "Adding or replacing add-in cards" on page 199. 4 Remove the memory modules. For more information, follow the instructions in "Installing memory" on page 207. 5 Disconnect the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 214
and secure into the computer case with the screws. 9 Reconnect the power and data cables using your notes from Step 5. See the system board documentation for further instructions. 10 Reinstall the memory by following the instructions in "Installing memory" on page 207. 206 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 215
199. 12 Close the case by following the instructions in "Closing the case" on page 192. Installing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your computer. Your computer uses DIMM memory. The following illustration shows the general - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 216
the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 188. 2 For more stability, place your computer on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 3 Find the memory module banks on your system board. DIMM 0 DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 208 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 217
secure the memory module automatically. When the module is secure, you hear a click. 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 192. 7 Return your computer to its upright position. 8 Reconnect the cables and the power cord. www.gateway.com 209 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 218
starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click Start, Control Panel, then click Performance and Maintenance (if in Category view). Click/Double-click System. The amount of memory in your computer is shown at the bottom of the System Properties dialog box in the General tab. 210 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 219
values in the menus and submenus, then exit from the utility. 3 Shut down your computer. 4 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in "Removing the side panel" on page 188. 5 For more stability, place your computer on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 220
into the socket until it snaps into place. 9 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the side panel" on page 192. 10 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord. 11 Turn on your computer. 12 Open the BIOS Setup utility. 13 In the BIOS Setup utility, restore any - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 221
to learn how to: ■ Troubleshoot typical hardware and software problems ■ Get telephone support ■ Use automated troubleshooting systems ■ Get tutoring and training If the suggestions in this chapter do not correct the problem, see "Getting Help" on page 23, for more information about how to get help - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 222
opening your computer case. Warning Do not try to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are damaged, if your computer was dropped sure that the power cable is connected to your computer and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. ■ If you use a power strip, make sure - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 223
the exact message. The message may help Gateway Technical Support in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If an error occurs in a program, see the program's printed documentation or the online help. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting in Windows XP, click Start, then click - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 224
types" on page 82. ■ Your computer may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be able to play these CDs on your computer. ■ Clean the disc. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs and DVDs" on - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 225
are connected correctly and securely. ■ Shut down and restart your computer. ■ Clean the disc. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs and DVDs" on page 218. ■ Reinstall the audio device drivers. For more information, see "Reinstalling device drivers" on page 177. A DVD movie will not play ■ Make - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 226
to an AC power source and your computer is turned on. ■ Open the computer case and make sure that the power supply cable is connected correctly to the system board. ■ Open the computer case and make sure that the power button cable is connected correctly to the system board. 218 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 227
Troubleshooting . Help and Support For more information about restoring deleted files in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the drive. Help and Support For more information about file management in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 228
computer, then press and hold F1 while your computer restarts. ■ Reinstall the device driver. For more information, see "Reinstalling device drivers" on page 177. ■ Open the computer service provider (ISP) is set up correctly. Contact your ISP technical support for help. 220 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 229
you do not have a problem with your dial-up modem. For more information, see "Modem (dial-up)" on page 223. Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in the - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 230
it. For more information, see "Installing memory" on page 207. ■ Check the memory module for correct seating and orientation. For more information, see "Installing memory" on page 207. You see a "Not enough memory" error message ■ Close all programs, then restart your computer. 222 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 231
Support For more information about troubleshooting memory errors in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword memory Out Your Gateway Computer" on page 1. ■ Make sure that your computer is connected to If you have additional telephone services such as call waiting, call - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 232
Chapter 14: Troubleshooting Help and Support For more information about dialing properties in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword dialing in the Search box , then click the arrow. ■ Disconnect any answering machine, fax machine, or printer that is on the same - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 233
Gateway dial-up server: 1 Insert the red Drivers CD into the CD, DVD, or recordable drive. 2 Click Help, then click Support Web computer. Some telephone cables do not meet required cable standards and may cause problems with the modem connection. ■ Shut down and restart your computer. www.gateway - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 234
and Support. Type the keyword modem troubleshooting in the Search box , then click the arrow. ■ Reinstall the device driver. For more information, see "Reinstalling device drivers" on page 177. ■ Open your computer and are too loud, you can turn down the modem volume. 226 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 235
the device driver. For more information, see "Reinstalling device drivers" on page 177. ■ Open your computer case and reseat the video card. For more information, see "Adding or replacing add-in cards" on page 199. ■ Connect a monitor that you know works to your computer. www.gateway.com 227 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 236
Troubleshooting . The damper wire is a critical part of the overall monitor design and does computer. ■ Change the display settings. For more information, see "Adjusting the screen and desktop information about display types, see your monitor and video card documentation. 228 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 237
sure that the mouse port works. ■ Reinstall the device driver. For more information, see "Reinstalling device drivers" on page 177. The mouse works erratically If the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer display or becomes difficult to control precisely, cleaning the mouse - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 238
cable between the printer and your computer is connected securely to the correct port. ■ Check the port and cable for bent or broken pins. ■ Reinstall the printer driver. See the documentation that came with your printer for instructions on installing the printer driver. You see a "Printer queue is - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 239
Support For more information about printer troubleshooting in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword printer troubleshooter want to add additional memory to the printer. See the printer documentation for more information about adding additional memory. You see a " - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 240
and Support For more information about sound troubleshooting in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword sound troubleshooter in the Search box , then click the arrow. Using the BIOS Setup utility The BIOS Setup utility stores the basic settings for your computer - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 241
System Memory Memory Bank 0 Memory Bank 1 Memory Bank 2 Language: Cache ECC Support: System Time: System Date: 4W4SB0X0.15A.0004.P02 Pentium (R) III 933 MHz 133 MHz 512 KB 128 MB 128 MB SDRAM Not Installed Not Installed [English (US)] [Disabled] [11:09:31] [10/15/2000] Item Specific Help Select - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 242
: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Technical Support If you have a technical problem with your computer, follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Technical Support: ■ Make sure that your computer is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 243
Telephone support Telephone support Gateway offers a wide range of customer service, technical support, and information services. Automated troubleshooting system Service description Use an automated menu system and your telephone keypad to find answers to common problems. How to reach 800-846- - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 244
14: Troubleshooting Tutoring and training Gateway's Technical Support professionals cannot provide hardware and software training or tutorial services. Instead, Gateway recommends the following tutoring and training resources. Self-help If you have how-to questions about using your Gateway-supplied - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 245
Resource Service description For more information In-Store Training at Gateway stores Gateway learning Web site. All you have to do is go online and log in. You select the subject matter, and the learning format (self-paced tutorials or virtual classrooms), all from the comfort of your computer - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 246
Chapter 14: Troubleshooting 238 www.gateway.com - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 247
, Regulatory, and Legal Information Important safety information Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 248
by the manufacturer. Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ When the computer 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 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 249
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television Gateway 510 For unique identification of the product configuration, please submit the 10-digit serial number found on the product to the responsible party. This device complies with Part - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 250
USA modems) Your modem complies with Part 68 of the code of federal regulations (CFR 47) rules. On the computer or modem card is a label that contains the registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this device. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 251
some cases, the inside wiring associated with a single-line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly. The their own protection, that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, .gateway.com 243 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 252
ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. Laser safety statement All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the servicing, contact an authorized service location. Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 253
70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding Gateway product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. Power - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 254
them could be fatal. 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment 2 Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Art 250, Part H) 3 Ground clamps 4 Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) 5 Antenna discharge unit (NEC - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 255
No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway. The information in this manual has or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Macrovision statement If your computer has a DVD drive and an analog TV Out port, the - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 256
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jack 5 muting 76 playing 78, 80, 86 recording 78 streaming 137 troubleshooting 231 volume 76 audio CD adding tracks to library 91 cleaning 218 editing track information 89 playing 84 playing with MusicMatch 86 audio file streaming 137 audio in jack 6 AVI file 80 B background 121 backing up files - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 258
music 106 editing track information 89 inserting 83 playing audio with MusicMatch 86 playing music 84 troubleshooting 216 CD drive activity replacing 194 troubleshooting 216 using 82 Certificate of Authenticity 6, 7 cleaning audio CD 218 case 171 CD 218 computer exterior 171 computer screen 172 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 259
connecting 112 IEEE 1394 port 3 DIMM See memory directional keys 18 Disk Cleanup 164 Disk Defragmenter 167 diskette drive adding 194 replacing 194 display changing resolution 118 using screen saver 122 documentation Gateway Web site 26 help 24 Help and Support 24 online help 25 documents creating 47 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 260
drivers 82 replacing 194, 197 sharing 136 troubleshooting 216, 219 types 82 viewing contents 83 playing 94 troubleshooting 216 DVD drive speed 110 troubleshooting 216 using locating drive 3 replacing 194 troubleshooting 216 using 82 E eject settings from old computer 154 ergonomics 12 Error - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 261
troubleshooting 219 types 152 viewing list 36 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 150 finding files and folders 42, 44, 152 Help and Support topics 24 specifications game multi-player 137 Gateway model number 7 serial number 7 Technical Support 234 Web address 26 Web site 26 gateway dial-up server 225 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 262
112 power supply 202 printer 21, 154 programs 156, 180 scanner 21, 154 side panel 188 system battery 211 system board 205 Windows 182 Internet 54 account 55 connecting to 56 downloading files 59 requirements to access 55 sharing access 136 transferring settings from old computer 153 troubleshooting - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 263
171 cleaning computer screen 172 cleaning keyboard 172 cleaning mouse 173 defragmenting 167 deleting files 164 suggested schedule 159 using Scheduled Task Wizard 169 virus protection 160 maximize button 35 Media Player 80 memory 10 adding 207 installing 207 replacing 207 troubleshooting 222 menu - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 264
19 selecting screen objects 20 troubleshooting 229 USB port 3, 5 moving files 39 files from old computer 149, 151 folders 39 Internet settings from old computer 153 pointer 20 screen objects 20 settings from old computer 149 MP3 file creating 88 editing track information 89 playing 80 streaming 137 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 265
mode 3, 127, 130 indicator 3 management 127 schemes 128 source problems 15 Standby mode 127 Standby/Resume 3 surge protector 15 troubleshooting 229 turning off computer 16 turning on computer 16 using UPS 132 power button 3 power supply replacing 202 uninterruptible 132 printer default 230 inkjet - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 266
locating 3 replacing 194 troubleshooting 216 using 82 recording audio file 78 CD tracks 88 video DVD 112 recovering files and folders 41 Recycle Bin 31 deleting files and folders 41 emptying 42 recovering files and folders 41, 219 re-dialing telephone 72 reinstalling drivers 177 peripheral devices - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 267
76 muting 76 troubleshooting 231 Sound Recorder making audio recordings 78 playing file 78 speaker jack 5 specifications 8 Standby mode 3, 127 Start button 31 Start menu 32 starting computer 3, 16 programs 20, 32 static electricity 187 streaming audio and video 137 support tool PC Doctor 215 - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 268
resolution 227 sound 231 support tool 215 technical support 234 telephone support 234 Web site connection speed 221 turning off computer 3, 16, 17 turning on computer 3, 16 tutoring fee-based 236 U uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 10, 15, 132 updating device drivers 26 updating Norton AntiVirus - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 269
58 downloading files 59 Gateway 26 window 34 close button 35 closing 35, 51 maximize button 35 menu bar 35 minimize button 35 title bar 35 Windows clipboard 39 desktop 30 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 150 installing 182 Product Key 6, 7 reinstalling 182 reinstalling drivers 177 Search utility - Gateway 510 | Gateway 510-Series Computer User's Guide - Page 270
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