Gateway M305 Users Manual Using Your M305CRV

2015-02-05

• Contents
• Checking Out Your GatewayM305
  • Front
  • Left side
  • Right side
  • Back
  • Bottom
  • Keyboard area
  • Identifying your model
    • Gateway model number
    • Gateway serial number
    • Internal wireless label
    • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
  • Finding your specifications
  • Accessories
• Getting Started
  • Connecting the ACadapter
    • Protecting from power source problems
  • Starting your notebook
    • Waking up your notebook
  • Turning off your notebook
  • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook
  • Status indicators
  • Using the keyboard
    • Key types
    • System key combinations
  • Multi-function buttons
  • Using the EZPad touchpad
    • Using the touchpad
  • Connecting the modem
  • Connecting to a wired Ethernet network
    • Broadband Internet connections
  • Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device
• Getting Help
  • Help and Support
    • Searching for a topic
  • Do More With Gateway
  • Online help
  • Gateway Web site
    • Using eSupport
      • Support Home
      • Downloads
      • Contact Us
      • Account Info
      • PC Tools
• Windows Basics
  • About the Windows environment
  • Using the desktop
    • Using the Start menu
    • Adding icons to the desktop
  • Identifying window items
  • Working with files and folders
    • Viewing drives
    • Creating folders
    • Copying and moving files and folders
    • Deleting files and folders
    • Browsing for files and folders
  • Searching for files
    • Using the Windows Search utility
      • Using advanced search options
  • Working with documents
    • Creating a new document
    • Saving a document
    • Opening a document
    • Printing a document
  • Shortcuts
• Using the Internet
  • Learning about the Internet
  • Setting up an Internet account
    • Accessing your Internet account
  • Using the WorldWideWeb
    • Connecting to a Website
    • Downloading files
  • Using e-mail
    • Sending e-mail
    • Checking your e-mail
• Using Multimedia
  • Adjusting the volume
    • Adjusting the volume in WindowsXP
    • Adjusting the volume in Windows2000
  • Recording and playing audio
  • Playing audio and video files with the WindowsMediaPlayer
  • Using the CD or DVD drive
    • Identifying drive types
    • Inserting a CD or DVD
  • Listening to CDs
    • Listening to CDs in WindowsXP
    • Listening to CDs in Windows2000
  • Using MUSICMATCH
    • Playing CDs
    • Creating MP3 music files
    • Editing track information
    • Building a music library
    • Changing the music library display settings
    • Listening to Internet radio
    • Using advanced features
  • Playing a DVD
  • Creating CDs using Roxio Easy CD Creator
    • Creating data CDs
    • Creating music CDs
    • Copying CDs
  • Creating CDs using Nero Express
    • Creating a data CD
    • Copying a CD
    • Copying music tracks
    • Creating a music CD
  • Advanced features
  • Using the optional diskette drive
  • Using the optional memory card reader
    • Memory card types
    • Using a memory card
  • Connecting a digital camera
• Sending and Receiving Faxes
  • Installing and configuring Fax
    • Installing Fax in WindowsXP
    • Configuring Fax in WindowsXP
    • Configuring Fax in Windows2000
  • Sending a simple fax
  • Setting up your cover page template
  • Faxing from programs
  • Faxing a scanned document
  • Receiving and viewing a fax
  • Canceling a fax
  • Automatically retry sending a fax in WindowsXP
  • Automatically cancelling a fax in WindowsXP
• Managing Power
  • Monitoring the battery charge
  • Recharging the battery
  • Recalibrating the battery
  • Changing batteries
    • Replacing the battery
  • Extending battery life
    • Conserving battery power
    • Using alternate power sources
    • Changing power modes
      • Using power saving modes
  • Changing power settings
    • Changing the power scheme
    • Changing alarm options
    • Changing advanced settings
    • Activating and using Hibernate mode
    • Changing SpeedStep settings
• Travel Tips
  • Modem
  • Radio frequency wireless connections
  • Files
  • Security
  • Power
  • Additional tips
• Customizing Your Notebook
  • Adjusting the screen and desktop settings
    • Adjusting the color depth
    • Adjusting the screen resolution
    • Changing the colors on your Windows desktop
    • Changing the desktop background
    • Selecting a screen saver
  • Changing the touchpad settings
  • Adding and modifying user accounts
    • User account tips
• Networking Your Notebook
  • Benefits of networking
    • Sharing a single Internet connection
    • Sharing drives
    • Sharing peripheral devices
    • Streaming audio and video files
    • Playing multi-player games
  • Selecting a network connection
    • Wired Ethernet network
    • Wireless Ethernet network
  • Using a wired Ethernet network
    • Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or Gigabit Ethernet
    • Example wired Ethernet network
    • Equipment you need for a wired Ethernet network
  • Using a wireless Ethernet network
    • Wireless Ethernet speed and frequency
    • Example access point wireless Ethernet network
    • Equipment you need for an access point wireless Ethernet network
    • Example peer-to-peer wireless Ethernet network
    • Equipment you need for a peer-to-peer wireless Ethernet network
    • For more information
  • Using your notebook on a network
    • Installing and configuring your notebook for Ethernet networking
    • Turning your wireless Ethernet emitter on or off
• Moving From Your Old Computer
  • Using the WindowsXP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
  • Transferring files
    • Finding your files
  • Transferring Internet settings
    • Setting up your ISP
    • Transferring your e-mail and address book
    • Transferring your Internet shortcuts
  • Installing your old printer or scanner
    • Installing a USB printer or scanner
    • Installing a parallel port printer
  • Installing your old programs
• Maintaining Your Notebook
  • Caring for your notebook
  • Protecting your notebook from viruses
  • Managing hard drive space
    • Checking hard drive space
    • Using Disk Cleanup
    • Checking the hard drive for errors
    • Defragmenting the hard drive
    • Backing up files
    • Using the Scheduled Task Wizard
  • Cleaning your notebook
    • Cleaning the exterior
    • Cleaning the keyboard
    • Cleaning the computer screen
    • Cleaning the mouse
• Restoring Software
  • Using the Restoration CDs
  • Reinstalling device drivers
  • Updating device drivers
  • Reinstalling programs
  • Reinstalling Windows
• Upgrading Your Notebook
  • Adding and removing a PCCard
  • Preventing static electricity discharge
  • Adding or replacing memory
  • Replacing the hard drive kit
• Troubleshooting
  • Safety guidelines
  • First steps
  • Software support tools
  • Troubleshooting
    • CD or DVD drives
    • Cleaning CDs or DVDs
    • Device installation
    • Diskette drive
    • Display
    • File management
    • Hard drive
    • Internet
    • Keyboard
    • Memory
    • Memory card reader
    • Modem (dial-up)
    • Mouse
    • Networks
    • Passwords
    • PCCards
    • Power
    • Printer
    • Sound
    • Video
  • Telephone support
    • Before calling Gateway Technical Support
    • Telephone numbers
      • Automated troubleshooting system
      • Telephone numbers
  • Tutoring and training
    • Self-help
    • Tutoring
    • Training
• Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
• Index
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