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your computere-6000 user's guide

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4Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway E-6000 Computerwww.gateway.comBackYour computer may contain any of the following components.Modem jack(optional)

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94Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com6 Pull the side panel away from the case

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95Closing the casewww.gateway.comClosing the caseTo close the computer case:1 Make sure that all of the internal cables are arranged inside the case s

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96Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com3 Swing the side panel toward the case until the release handle locks.4 If you removed a cas

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97Adding or replacing a drivewww.gateway.comAdding or replacing a driveUse these procedures to add or replace 5.25-inch drives such as CD or DVD drive

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98Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com3 If there is a shipping screw installed next to the release lever, remove the screw, then s

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99Adding or replacing a drivewww.gateway.com4 If you are replacing a drive, slide the old drive forward and out of the drive bay.- OR -If you are addi

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100Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.comTo replace a hard drive: 1 Open the case by following the instructions in “Opening the case

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101Adding or replacing a drivewww.gateway.com3 Slide the release lever toward the open side of the case.4 Slide the drive out of the drive bay.

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102Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com5 Set any jumpers on the new drive to match the old drive. See the drive documentation for

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103Adding or replacing add-in cardswww.gateway.comAdding or replacing add-in cardsAn add-in card is a card used in the computer to add functionality t

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5Backwww.gateway.comComponent Icon DescriptionSerial number Your computer’s serial number.Power connector Plug the power cable into this connector.Vol

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104Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com4 Remove the retention thumb-screw that secures the card retention cover to the case, then

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105Adding or replacing add-in cardswww.gateway.com5 If you are replacing an add-in card, remove the old add-in card. You can slightly seesaw the card

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106Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com6 Install the new card into the add-in slot.You can slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to

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107Replacing the power supplywww.gateway.comReplacing the power supply To replace the power supply:1 Open the case by following the instructions in “O

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108Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com3 Disconnect the power supply cables from all components (such as, hard drives, CD/DVD/reco

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109Replacing the power supplywww.gateway.com4 Flip the power supply retention clip out.

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110Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com5 Slide the power supply toward the front of the case, then up.6 Install the new power supp

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111Replacing the system boardwww.gateway.comReplacing the system boardTo replace the system board:1 Open the case by following the instructions in “Op

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112Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com5 Remove the thumbscrew using a screwdriver, coin, or your fingers.Thumbscrew (approximate

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113Replacing the system boardwww.gateway.com6 Slide the system board toward the front of the case, then up and out of the case. The system board stand

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6Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway E-6000 Computerwww.gateway.comHeadphone/analog speakers (Line out 1) jack(optional)Plug powered, analog front sp

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114Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com7 Slide the new system board into the keyhole slots and lock it into place with the thumbsc

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115Adding or replacing memorywww.gateway.comAdding or replacing memoryWhen you upgrade your computer memory, make sure that you install the correct ty

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116Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.comRIMMsA RIMM has a metal cover on one or both sides of the module.C-RIMMsA C-RIMM does not h

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117Adding or replacing memorywww.gateway.comTo add or replace RIMM or C-RIMM memory:1 Open the case by following the instructions in “Opening the case

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118Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com4 If you are installing two memory modules into one dual-channel (two-slot) bank (RIMM BANK

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119Replacing the system batterywww.gateway.com9 Turn on your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears.10 In Windows XP, click Start, C

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120Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.com4 Locate the old battery on the system board and note its orientation. You will need to ins

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8121www.gateway.comUsing the BIOSSetup UtilityThis chapter provides information about the BIOS Setup utility. Read this chapter to learn how to: Open

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122Chapter 8: Using the BIOS Setup Utilitywww.gateway.comOpening the BIOS Setup utilityThe BIOS Setup utility stores the basic settings for your compu

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123Opening the BIOS Setup utilitywww.gateway.comThe following illustration shows the main menu screen of a typical BIOS Setup utility. Your BIOS Setup

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7Identifying your modelwww.gateway.comIdentifying your modelGateway model numberThe label on the back of your computer case contains information that

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124Chapter 8: Using the BIOS Setup Utilitywww.gateway.comUpdating the BIOSIf you need a new version of the BIOS, you can download the BIOS update from

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125Setting the BIOS configuration jumperwww.gateway.comSetting the BIOS configuration jumperThe system board has a configuration jumper related to the

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126Chapter 8: Using the BIOS Setup Utilitywww.gateway.com

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9127support.gateway.comTroubleshootingThis chapter provides some solutions to common computer problems. Read this chapter to learn how to: Troublesho

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128Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comSafety guidelinesWhile troubleshooting your computer, follow these safety guidelines: Never remove yo

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129First stepssupport.gateway.comFirst stepsTry these things first before going to the following sections: Make sure that the power cable is connecte

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130Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comSoftware support toolsYour system may include the following support tool to help you diagnose and fix

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131Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comTroubleshootingAdd-in cardsThe computer does not recognize an add-in card Shut down and restart your computer.

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132Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.com If you have a SCSI device in your system, check the cable connected to the SCSI card. If the CD or D

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133Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.com DVDs and DVD drives contain regional codes that help control DVD title exports and help reduce illegal disc dis

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8Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway E-6000 Computerwww.gateway.comGateway serial numberYou can locate the Gateway serial number: Printed on a white

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134Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comDiskette driveThe diskette drive is not recognized Shut down and restart your computer. Open the com

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135Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comYou see a “Disk is full” error message Delete unnecessary files on the diskette. Try a different diskette. Occa

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136Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comFile managementA file was accidentally deletedIf the file was deleted at a DOS prompt or in Windows wh

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137Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comYou see a “Data error” message This may be the result of a defective area on the hard drive. To fix hard drive p

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138Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.com Make sure that the last device on the SCSI cable is terminated correctly. For more information about

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139Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comConnecting to a Web site takes too longMany factors can affect Internet performance: The condition of the teleph

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140Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comLiquid spilled in the keyboard If you spilled liquid in the keyboard, turn off your computer and unpl

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141Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.com If you have additional telephone services such as call waiting, call messaging, or voice mail, make sure that a

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142Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.com Check for line noise (scratchy, crackling, or popping sounds). Line noise is a common problem that c

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143Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comTo access the gateway.your.way dial-up server:1 Insert the red Drivers CD into the CD, DVD, or recordable drive.2

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9Finding your specificationswww.gateway.comFinding your specificationsFor more information about your computer, such as memory size, memory type, and

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144Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.com4 Click to select your modem, then click Properties. The Modem Properties dialog box opens.5 Click the

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145Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comThe modem is noisy when it dials and connectsWhen your modem tries to connect to another modem, it begins handsha

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146Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comMonitorThe screen resolution is not correct Change the screen resolution from the Display Properties

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147Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comWhy is there a horizontal line or wire visible across the monitor screen?Your monitor may use a thin damper wire,

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148Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comThe mouse works erraticallyIf the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer display

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149Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comTo set a default printer in Windows XP:1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. I

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150Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comYou see a “Printer queue is full” error message Make sure that the printer is not set to work offline

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151Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comYou see a “Printer is out of paper” error message After adding paper, make sure that the printer is online. Many

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152Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comTelephone supportBefore calling Gateway Technical SupportIf you have a technical problem with your com

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153Telephone supportsupport.gateway.comTelephone supportGateway offers a wide range of customer service, technical support, and information services.A

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10Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway E-6000 Computerwww.gateway.comYou can also find out more about your computer at the Gateway eSupport site. Visi

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154Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.comTutoring and trainingGateway's Technical Support professionals cannot provide hardware and softwa

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155Tutoring and trainingsupport.gateway.comTrainingGateway provides the following in-person and computerized training:Resource Service description For

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156Chapter 9: Troubleshootingsupport.gateway.com

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A157www.gateway.comReference DataThis chapter covers information about your system board and its features.Read this chapter to learn about system boar

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158Chapter A: www.gateway.comFeaturesThis FC-PGA2 system board uses the Intel 850e chipset. The system board supports: Direct RAMBUS® RDRAM RIMM syst

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159System board layoutwww.gateway.comSystem board layoutThe following illustration shows the system board divided into two sections:12

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160Chapter A: www.gateway.comSection 1D EFGH IK LMNOPQJRABC

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161System board layoutwww.gateway.comA Personal System®/2 (PS/2) mouse portB PS/2 keyboard portC USB ports (USB v1.1)D Serial (COM) connectorE Paralle

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162Chapter A: www.gateway.comSection 2A PCI expansion slots (5)B AGP expansion slotC Front panel headerD USB front panel header (USB v2.0)E CNR expans

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163BIOS configuration jumper settingswww.gateway.comBIOS configuration jumper settingsThe BIOS configuration jumper lets you clear passwords or recove

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11Accessorieswww.gateway.comAccessoriesGateway offers various accessories that can help you make the most of using your computer. To order accessories

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164Chapter A: www.gateway.comSystem board specificationsThe following specifications are for the standard configuration. Your system may contain optio

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165System board specificationswww.gateway.comMany products for Gateway and its subsidiaries are custom engineered by our suppliers to Gateway specific

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166Chapter A: www.gateway.com

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B167www.gateway.comSafety,Regulatory, andLegal InformationImportant safety informationYour Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest st

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168Chapter B: www.gateway.com Openings in the computer case are provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure you provide

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169www.gateway.comRegulatory compliance statementsUnited States of AmericaFederal Communications Commission (FCC)Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15

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170Chapter B: www.gateway.comTelecommunications per FCC part 68(applicable to products fitted with USA modems)Your modem complies with Part 68 of the

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171www.gateway.comCanadaIndustry Canada (IC)Unintentional emitter per ICES-003This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio nois

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172Chapter B: www.gateway.comLaser safety statementAll Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, i

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173www.gateway.comWarning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines

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12Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway E-6000 Computerwww.gateway.comStorage DevicesIf you need additional storage space or you want to back up your f

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174Chapter B: www.gateway.comNoticesCopyright © 2002 Gateway, Inc.All Rights Reserved14303 Gateway PlacePoway, CA 92064 USAAll Rights ReservedThis pub

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175IndexAAC power connector 5accessories 11safety precautions 168add-in cardSee cardAGP expansion slot 162audioheadphone jack 6line in jack

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176 cables 18connectionsaudio in 6audio input 6auxiliary fan 161auxiliary power 161digital camera 3digital out 6Ethernet 6external audio 6ext

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177DVD-RAM/DVD-R 3, 32IDE cable connector 161identifying drive types 32replacing 97, 100troubleshooting 131, 133, 136types 32DVDcreating dat

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178 replacing 100scanning for errors on 61troubleshooting 136headphone jack 6helponline 26using 22HelpSpot 22playing a video 25searching 24st

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179modemconnection speed 142jack 5troubleshooting 140monitorport 6troubleshooting 146mousecleaning 69port 5, 161troubleshooting 147multimedi

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180 removing files and folders 60replacingSee installingresetting computer 20restarting computer 20Restoration CDs 80Resume mode 3RIMMidentif

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181modem 140monitor 146mouse 147power 148printer 148safety guidelines 128screen area 146screen resolution 146sound 151technical support 152t

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213www.gateway.comSetting Up YourComputerThis chapter provides basic information about your Gateway computer. Read this chapter to learn how to: Use

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MAN US E6000 SYS GDE R1 10/02

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14Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Computerwww.gateway.comWorking safelyBefore using your computer, read the following recommendations for setting up a safe

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15Working safelywww.gateway.comSetting up your computer desk and chairWhen you are setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is

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16Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Computerwww.gateway.comSitting at your computer Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Make sure that they are

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17Protecting from power source problemswww.gateway.comProtecting from power source problemsDuring a power surge, the voltage level of electricity comi

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18Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Computerwww.gateway.comStarting your computerTo start your computer:1 Connect the cables to your computer using the setup

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19Turning off your computerwww.gateway.comTurning off your computerTo turn off your computer in Windows XP:1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer

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20Chapter 2: Setting Up Your Computerwww.gateway.comRestarting (rebooting) your computerIf your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input,

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321www.gateway.comGetting HelpThis chapter tells you about additional information resources available to help you use your computer. Read this chapter

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22Chapter 3: Getting Helpwww.gateway.comHelpSpotYour computer may include HelpSpot, an easily accessible collection of help information, troubleshoot

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23HelpSpotwww.gateway.comYou can find help information by clicking a link, performing a search, or browsing the index. To learn about using your Gatew

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iContents1 Checking Out Your Gateway E-6000 Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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24Chapter 3: Getting Helpwww.gateway.comSearching for a topicTo search for a topic in HelpSpot, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box loca

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25HelpSpotwww.gateway.comHelpSpot videosHelpSpot contains several short videos to help introduce you to new concepts or show you how to perform variou

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26Chapter 3: Getting Helpwww.gateway.comOnline helpMany programs provide information online so you can research a topic or learn how to perform a task

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27Gateway Web sitewww.gateway.comGateway Web siteGateway's online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most cu

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28Chapter 3: Getting Helpwww.gateway.comUsing eSupportThe eSupport site is divided into four major areas: Support Home Downloads Contact Us Accoun

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429www.gateway.comUsing Drives andMultimediaThis chapter provides information on using the multimedia capabilities of your computer. Read this chapter

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30Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.comUsing the diskette driveThe diskette drive uses 3.5-inch diskettes (sometimes called floppy dis

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31Using the diskette drivewww.gateway.comTo use a diskette:1 Diskettes are marked with an arrow showing which end to insert into a diskette drive firs

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32Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.comUsing the CD or DVD driveYou can use your computer to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia featur

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33Using the CD or DVD drivewww.gateway.comCombination DVD/CD-RW driveUse a combination DVD/CD-RW drive for installing programs, playing audio CDs, pla

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ii Copying CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .465 Maintaining Y

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34Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.comInserting a CD or DVDImportant Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be abl

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35Using the CD or DVD drivewww.gateway.comTo insert a CD or DVD:1 Press the eject button next to the CD or DVD drive. The CD or DVD drive tray opens.2

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36Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.comUsing a recordable driveYou can use your CD-RW, DVD/CD-RW, or DVD/DVD-RAM/DVD-R/CD-RW drive to

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37Using a recordable drivewww.gateway.comTo create a data CD or DVD:1 Insert a blank, writable CD or DVD into your recordable CD or DVD drive.2 If a C

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38Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.com3 Move your pointer over make a data CD, then click dataCD project or dataDVD project. The Easy

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39Using a recordable drivewww.gateway.com5 Click the file you want to record (hold down the CTRL or SHIFT key when you click to select multiple files)

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40Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.com6 After you have added all of your files, click record. The Record CD Setup dialog box opens.7

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41Creating music CDswww.gateway.comCreating music CDsUse Roxio Easy CD Creator to create music CDs from other music CDs or MP3 files. For information

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42Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.comTo create music CDs:1 Insert a blank, writable CD into your recordable CD drive. 2 If a CD Driv

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43Creating music CDswww.gateway.com3 Move your pointer over make a music CD, then click musicCD project. The Easy CD Creator window opens.4 Click the

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iiiReplacing the system board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111Adding or replacing mem

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44Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.com5 Click the file you want to record (hold down the CTRL or SHIFT key when you click to select m

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45Creating music CDswww.gateway.com6 After you have added all of your tracks and files, click record. The Record CD Setup dialog box opens.7 Click Sta

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46Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.comCopying CDsCD Copier can make backup copies of almost any type of CD. You cannot copy DVDs.If y

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47Copying CDswww.gateway.comTo copy a CD using one drive:1 Insert the CD you want to copy into your recordable CD drive.2 If a dialog box opens, click

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48Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.com4 Move your pointer over CD copier, then click CD copier. The CD Copier window opens.5 On the S

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49Copying CDswww.gateway.comTo copy a CD using two drives:1 Insert the CD you want to copy into your non-recordable CD or DVD drive.2 If a dialog box

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50Chapter 4: Using Drives and Multimediawww.gateway.com5 Move your pointer over CD copier, then click CD copier. The CD Copier window opens.6 On the S

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551www.gateway.comMaintaining YourComputerThis chapter provides basic information about maintaining your computer hardware and software. Read this cha

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52Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.comCaring for your computerTo extend the life of your system: Be careful not to bump or drop your c

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53Caring for your computerwww.gateway.comUse the following table to set up a regular maintenance schedule.Maintenance task Immediately after purchaseM

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iv Section 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162BIOS configuration

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54Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.comCreating an emergency startup disketteAn emergency startup diskette is a diskette that contains c

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55Creating an emergency startup diskettewww.gateway.com6 When Windows finishes copying files, remove the diskette from the diskette drive.7 Slide the

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56Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.comProtecting your computer from virusesA virus is a program that attaches itself to a file on a com

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57Protecting your computer from viruseswww.gateway.comTo scan for viruses: 1 Click Start, All Programs, Norton AntiVirus, then click Norton AntiVirus

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58Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.comTo remove a virus:1 If Norton AntiVirus finds a virus, follow all on-screen instructions to remov

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59Managing hard drive spacewww.gateway.comManaging hard drive spaceWindows provides several utilities you can use to manage your hard drive.Checking h

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60Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.comUsing Disk CleanupDelete unnecessary files, such as temporary Windows files, to free hard drive s

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61Managing hard drive spacewww.gateway.com4 Make sure that the check box beside each file type you want to delete is selected. For more information ab

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62Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.com3 Click the Tools tab.4 Click Check Now.5 Click the options you want to use, then click Start. Fo

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63Managing hard drive spacewww.gateway.comDefragmenting the hard driveWhen working with files, sometimes Windows divides the file information into pie

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11www.gateway.comChecking OutYour GatewayE-6000 ComputerThis chapter introduces you to the basic features of your Gateway E-6000 computer. Read this c

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64Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.com3 Click the Tools tab.4 Click Defragment Now.5 If Disk Defragmenter does not start automatically,

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65Managing hard drive spacewww.gateway.comBacking up filesBacking up files and removing them from the hard drive frees space for new files on the hard

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66Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.com2 Double-click the Add Scheduled Task icon. The Scheduled Task Wizard opens.3 Click Next, then cl

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67Cleaning your computerwww.gateway.comCleaning your computerKeeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep your system performin

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68Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.comCleaning the keyboardYou should clean the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol can of air wi

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69Cleaning your computerwww.gateway.comCleaning the mouseIf the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer screen or becomes difficul

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70Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.com5 Clean the mouse rollers with a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol.6 Replace the mouse ball

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71Power managementwww.gateway.comPower managementComputer equipment can account for a significant portion of energy use in the home and office environ

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72Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.comUsing power saving modesChanging power settingsYou can change power management settings, such as

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73Power managementwww.gateway.comChanging the power schemeTo change the power scheme:1 In Windows XP, click Start, then click Control Panel. The Contr

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2Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway E-6000 Computerwww.gateway.comFrontYour computer may contain any of the following components.3.5-inch drive bay

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74Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.com3 Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, then click the power scheme you want.- O

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75Power managementwww.gateway.com3 Click the Advanced tab.4 Click the arrow button to open a Power buttons list, then click the power setting mode you

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76Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.comActivating and using Hibernate modeTo activate Hibernate mode:1 In Windows XP, click Start, then

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77Power managementwww.gateway.comTo use Hibernate mode: As an automatic power savings mode:Open the Power Options Properties dialog box, then click t

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78Chapter 5: Maintaining Your Computerwww.gateway.com2 Click/Double-click the Power Options or Power Management icon. The Power Options Properties dia

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679www.gateway.comRestoringSoftwareRead this chapter to learn how to: Reinstall device drivers Update device drivers Reinstall programs Reinstall

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80Chapter 6: Restoring Softwarewww.gateway.comUsing the Restoration CDsUse the Gateway Restoration CDs to reinstall device drivers, your operating sys

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81Reinstalling device driverswww.gateway.comReinstalling device driversDevice drivers are programs that control devices such as the computer display,

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82Chapter 6: Restoring Softwarewww.gateway.com5 If this is the first time you have inserted the red Drivers CD, accept the End User License Agreement

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83Updating device driverswww.gateway.comUpdating device driversThe Restoration CDs contain a device driver update utility that works over the Internet

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3Frontwww.gateway.comComponent Icon DescriptionCD/DVD/recordable driveUse this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, a

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84Chapter 6: Restoring Softwarewww.gateway.comReinstalling programs If you have problems running a program or if you have reinstalled your operating s

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85Reinstalling programswww.gateway.com9 Select a single program to reinstall.- OR -Click Automatic Installation, then select multiple programs to rein

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86Chapter 6: Restoring Softwarewww.gateway.comReinstalling WindowsIf your computer is not working correctly, try the following options to correct the

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87Reinstalling Windowswww.gateway.com6 Select 1. Continue deleting all files and restart.7 When prompted, press any key to continue.8 Select 2. Boot f

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88Chapter 6: Restoring Softwarewww.gateway.com

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789www.gateway.comAdding orReplacingComponentsThis chapter provides information about adding or replacing components in your computer. Read this chapt

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90Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.comSelecting a place to workWork on your computer in an area that: Is clean (avoid dusty areas

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91Gathering the tools you needwww.gateway.comPreventing static electricity dischargeThe components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to sta

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92Chapter 7: Adding or Replacing Componentswww.gateway.comOpening the caseThe computer case provides toolless access to internal components.To open th

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93Opening the casewww.gateway.com5 Push in on the cover release handle.

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