Gateway GM5407E 8512417 - Gateway Setup Guide - Page 2

SETTING UP YOUR GATEWAY COMPUTER FRONT (may vary with options) BACK (may vary with options) Your Gateway computer is packed with many powerful features. Icons and color coding help make setting up your computer as easy as possible. Memory card reader DVD/CD drive IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Headphone jack Microphone jack Power button/ power indicator USB ports DVD/CD drive (optional) Voltage switch Power connector Video jack (optional) PS/2 keyboard port Audio left jack (optional) Audio right jack (optional) USB ports S/PDIF jack Microphone jack Headphone jack Wireless antenna connectors (optional) Case cover thumbscrew PS/2 mouse port Integrated monitor (VGA) port IEEE 1394/ FireWire™ port Ethernet (network) jack Center/subwoofer jack Surround left/right jack Audio in/side speaker jack Case cover thumbscrew Add-in video card (optional) Audio card (optional) TV tuner (optional) 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 (DVI or VGA), otherwise connect to Integrated video (VGA). 3 Connect the speakers* (optional) 1 Plug the audio cable into the back of your computer. 2 Plug the USB cable into one of your computer's USB ports. Note: If you have a speaker bar, follow the instructions that came with it. otherwise Add-in video (DVI or VGA) otherwise Integrated video (VGA) FOR EXTRA HELP... CONTACT HELP. If you need help while setting up your computer, call our Automated Troubleshooting System at 800-846-2118 and choose option 7. When prompted, enter 531 followed by #. If you need help after setting up your computer, visit the Gateway Support Web site at www.support.gateway.com. SEE YOUR STARTER GUIDE. After setting up your computer, read the Starter Guide for tips on using your computer. SEE YOUR ONLINE DOCUMENTATION. For detailed information about using your Gateway computer, see the User Guide or Reference Guide that has been included on your hard drive. To access these 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 www.support.gateway.com. SERIAL NUMBER AND CONTACT INFORMATION LABEL Gateway Customer Care telephone numbers vary by country or region. 4 Connect the modem (optional) Connect the modem cable to the modem jack and the telephone wall jack. You can connect your telephone to the telephone jack. 6 Connect the power cord Connect the power cable to the computer, then plug it ® into a power supply. To Model and serial number Gateway help resources and protect your system from power fluctuations, use a Customer Care information surge protector. WARNING: To protect your computer during electrical storms, unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables. Actual product may vary from image shown. Product specifications subject to change without notice. © 2007 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. 5 Connect the network (optional) Connect the network (RJ45) cable to the Ethernet jack and a cable mode, DSL modem, or network jack. 7 Turn on the power ( ) Turn on the monitor and computer. Follow the Windows setup screen instructions. IMPORTANT: Connect devices, such as a printer or scanner, after you complete the Windows setup. Follow the instructions that came with the device. MAN GERSHWIN SETUP POSTER R1 5/07