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• Getting Help
• Gateway Web site
• Using Support
• Help and Support
• To start Help and Support
• Searching for a topic
• BigFix
• To start BigFix
• To learn more about using BigFix
• Using Your Computer guide
• To access the Using Your Computer guide
• Online help
• Gateway contact information
• Checking Out Your Gateway Computer
• Desktop PC Front
• Desktop PC Back
• Identifying your model
• Gateway model and serial number
• Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
• Finding your specifications
• Accessories
• Getting Started
• Working safely
• Reducing eye strain
• Setting up your computer desk and chair
• Setting up your computer and computer accessories
• Sitting at your computer
• Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain
• Protecting from power source problems
• Checking the voltage selection
• Starting your computer
• To start your computer
• Waking up your computer
• Turning off your computer
• To turn off your computer
• Restarting (rebooting) your computer
• To close unresponsive programs and restart your computer
• Using the keyboard
• Keyboard features
• Using the mouse
• Adjusting the volume
• To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls
• Configuring the audio jacks
• To configure the audio jacks
• Connecting the dial-up modem
• To connect the modem
• Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet...
• To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet...
• Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device
• Using Drives and Ports
• Using the diskette drive
• To use a diskette
• Using the memory card reader
• Memory card types
• Inserting a memory card
• Using the CD or DVD drive
• Identifying drive types
• Inserting a CD or DVD
• Playing a CD
• Playing a DVD
• Creating CDs and DVDs
• Maintaining Your Computer
• Caring for your computer
• Updating Windows
• To run Windows Update
• Protecting your computer from viruses
• To scan for viruses
• To remove a virus
• To update Norton Internet Security
• Cleaning your computer
• Cleaning the exterior
• Cleaning the keyboard
• Cleaning the computer display
• Cleaning the mouse
• Cleaning CDs or DVDs
• Restoring your system
• Microsoft System Restore
• Reinstalling programs and drivers
• Restoring your computer to the original configuration
• Preventing static electricity discharge
• Opening the case
• Removing the side panel
• Removing the front bezel
• Closing the case
• Replacing the side panel
• Replacing the front bezel
• Installing memory
• To install or replace DIMM memory
• Replacing the system battery
• To replace the battery
• Troubleshooting
• Safety guidelines
• First steps
• Add-in cards
• Audio
• Battery
• CD or DVD drives
• Computer
• Diskette drive
• DVD drives
• File management
• Hard drive
• Internet
• Keyboard
• Memory
• Memory card reader
• Modem (dial-up)
• Monitor
• Mouse
• Networks
• Passwords
• Power
• Printer
• Sound
• Telephone support
• Before calling Gateway Customer Care
• Telephone numbers
• Self-help
• Tutoring
• Training
• Networking Your Computer
• Introduction to Networking
• Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet
• Using a router
• Creating an Ethernet network
• Installing Ethernet cards and drivers
• Making sure your broadband connection works
• Naming the computers and the workgroup
• Configuring the TCP/IP protocol
• Setting up an Ethernet network
• Configuring your router
• Testing your network
• Troubleshooting Your Ethernet network
• Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
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