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SETTING UP YOUR GATEWAY COMPUTER FRONT (may vary with options) BACK (may vary with options) Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack IR (optional) Smart Copy button (optional) Power button/ power indicator USB ports Voltage switch Power connector DVD/CD drive (optional) Video jack (optional) Audio left jack (optional) PS/2 keyboard port Serial port Audio right jack (optional) Integrated video (VGA) port (optional) IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port (optional) USB ports (number may vary) S/PDIF jack (optional) Microphone jack Headphone jack DVI port (optional) HDMI port (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Parallel port (optional) Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround left/right jack Audio in/side speaker jack Case cover thumbscrew Add-in video card (optional) TV tuner (optional) Wireless card (optional) Modem jack (optional) Telephone jack (optional) FOR EXTRA HELP... SEE YOUR DOCUMENTATION. For detailed information about using your Gateway computer, see the User Guide or Reference Guide provided. To access the online guides, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT. For help and information about common issues, visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. SEE YOUR STARTER GUIDE. After setting up your computer, read the Starter Guide for tips on using your computer. CONTACT TECH SUPPORT. To speak with a technical support representative, call toll-free 866-539-3901 (U.S.) or 800-297-5980 (Canada). SERIAL NUMBER LABEL Your Gateway computer is packed with many powerful features. Icons and color coding help make setting up your computer as easy as possible. 1 Connect the mouse and keyboard If you have a wireless mouse or keyboard, follow the instructions that came with them. 2 Connect the monitor (depending on your model) If available, connect to Add-in video (HDMI, DVI, or VGA), otherwise connect to integrated video (HDMI or VGA). The integrated video port is disabled if you have add-in video. Note: You can use the included DVI-to-VGA adapter to connect a VGA monitor to a DVI video port. otherwise Add-in video (DVI) Add-in video (using DVI-to-VGA adapter) Integrated video (VGA) Integrated video (HDMI) otherwise 3 Connect the speakers (optional) Follow the instructions that came with your speakers. Note: If you ordered an audio card with your computer, connect your speakers to the card's jacks. Integrated audio jacks are disabled when an audio card is installed. Note: If you have a speaker bar, follow the instructions that came with it. 4 Connect the modem (optional) Connect the telephone modem cable to the modem jack and telephone wall jack. You can connect your telephone to the telephone jack. 5 Connect the network (optional) Connect the network (RJ45) cable to the Ethernet jack and a cable modem, DSL modem, or network jack. NOTE: For detailed network and Internet setup instructions, see your online User Guide. 6 Connect the power cord 7 Turn on the power ( ) Model and serial number Connect the power cable to the computer, then plug it into a power source. To Turn on the monitor and computer. Follow the Windows setup screen instructions. protect your system from IMPORTANT: Connect devices, such as a ® power fluctuations, use a printer or scanner, after you complete the surge protector. WARNING: To protect your computer Windows setup. Follow the instructions that came with the device. during electrical storms, unplug the power cord, modem, and network cables. Actual product may vary from image shown. Product specifications subject to change without notice. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks used herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. MAN GERSHWIN 1.1 POSTER R3 4/08