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Gateway ID58 Setup Manual

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Monitor port
Ethernet jack
eSATA jack
HDMI out jack
USB port Memory card reader Headphone jack
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Modem jack
DVD drive
USB port
Microphone jack
Power connector
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Introducing:
your new Gateway
®
notebook
SETUPGUIDE
PRWC 400001
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SEE YOUR ONLINE DOCUMENTATION
For detailed information about using your Gateway
notebook, see your Reference Guide that has been
included on your hard drive.
For general information about using Windows and
the programs that are installed on your notebook,
connecting your notebook to the Internet or a
network, and protecting your computer, see your User
Guide that has been included on your hard drive.
To access your online documentation, click
(Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation.
CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT
For frequently-asked questions,
setup help, and immediate
information on common
technical issues, go to
www.support.gateway.com.
SEE YOUR GETTING STARTED GUIDE
After setting up your computer, read the
Starter Guide for tips on using your notebook.
MANAGE YOUR BATTERY LIFE
To get the most out of your battery:
• Dimthedisplayaslowasyoucancomfortablysee.
• Modifythepowermanagementsettingstoreducepoweruse.
• Turnoffwirelessdeviceswhennotusingthem.
• Usesleepmodewhennotusingyournotebook.
• UsetheDVDdriveonlywhenyouneedto.
• Travelwithanextrabatteryandfullychargebatteriesbeforetraveling.
• UseyourACpoweradapterwheneverpowerisavailable.
For more information, see "Managing Power" in your Reference Guide.
WORK SAFELY & SECURELY
Your Gateway notebook comes with the software you need to connect safely
and securely. To ensure a high level of security, you should:
• Regularlyupdateyourantivirussoftware.
• InstallallcriticalupdatesforWindowsVista™(click (Start),All
Programs, then click Windows Update).
• UsethesecurityfeaturesprovidedintheWindowsVista™SecurityCenter
(click (Start),Control Panel,thenclickSecurity).
CONTACT TECH SUPPORT
To speak with a technical support representative, call toll-free
866-539-3901(U.S.)or800-297-5980(Canada)
Getting help:
tips for getting the most out of your new Gateway
®
notebook
®
USER GUIDE
®
STARTER GUIDE
Ethernet jack
USB port
Lock
Power button
1
INSTALL THE BATTERY
Withthelabelsidedown,slidethebatteryintothebattery
compartment until it clicks. Then lock it in place.
2
CONNECT TO AC POWER
LeavetheACadapterpluggedinforatleastthreehoursthe
first time, so the battery will fully charge.
3
CONNECT TO THE INTERNET (optional)
ConnectanEthernet( )orUSB( )cableifusinghigh
speed Internet access.
4
START YOUR NOTEBOOK
Press the power button, then follow the on-screen instructions
tocompleteWindowssetup
.
Setting up:
your new Gateway
®
notebook
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