Quick Start Guide Gateway NV77H / NV75S TABLE OF CONTENTS Starting your computer 3 Left view ............................................................ 9 Wireless connection........................................... Registration........................................................ Software installation........................................... Recovery............................................................ Having trouble?..................................................
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STARTING YOUR COMPUTER Thank you for purchasing this Gateway computer! This guide has been designed to introduce you to the features of your computer and assist in your computing experience. After setting up and starting your computer, as shown in the setup instructions, it will ask you questions that will help you connect to the Internet. Your computer will then configure installed software.
After registering, you will be sent a confirmation email with important information that you should keep in a safe place. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Your computer will automatically install software and prepare your computer for use. This may take some time, please do not turn off your computer; wait until the installation has finished. RECOVERY You should create recovery discs as soon as you are able.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPUTER After setting up your computer, as illustrated in the setup instructions, let us show you around your new Gateway computer. TOP VIEW - DISPLAY 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description 1 Webcam Web camera for video communication. 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording.
# Icon Item 3 Display screen Description Also called Liquid-Crystal Display (LCD), displays computer output. TOP VIEW - KEYBOARD 4 9 5 6 7 # Icon 8 Item 4 Power button / indicator 5 Keyboard 6 Description Turns the computer on and off. Indicates the computer's power status. For entering data into your computer. - Special keys are described on page 7. Touchpad Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status.
Special keys Your computer’s keyboard includes keys that activate special functions. The function of each key is clearly marked with an icon. Icon Fn Function Description Hotkey for second function Activates a second function on certain keys. E.g. press the Fn key to activate the F1 to F12 keys. Help Opens the help menu. Gateway MyBackup Allows you to create backup copies of your computer; either the entire system or only selected files and folders.
Hotkeys The computer uses hotkeys (key combinations) to access function keys and navigation commands. To activate hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key (bottom left) before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination. Hotkey Function Description Fn + Special keys (see page 7) Function keys Activates the F1 to F12 keys. Fn + Home Scrolls to the beginning of a document. Fn + End Scrolls to the end of a document. Fn + Page up Scrolls up a page in a document.
FRONT VIEW 1 # Icon 1 Item Description Multi-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO), xDPicture Card (xD). - Push to remove/install the card. Only one card can operate at any given time. REAR VIEW 1 # Icon 1 Item Description Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. LEFT VIEW 1 # Icon 2 Item Kensington lock slot 3 4 5 6 7 Description Connects to a Kensington-compatible computer security lock.
# Icon Item Description 4 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 5 USB 2.0 port Connect to USB devices (e.g., USB mouse, USB camera). 6 Microphone jack Accepts inputs from external microphones. Headphones / speaker jack 7 Connects to audio line-out devices (e.g., speakers, headphones). - Supports compatible 3.5 mm headsets with built-in microphone (e.g. Acer smart handheld headsets). RIGHT VIEW 1 # Icon Item 2 34 5 6 7 Description Connect to USB devices (e.g.
BASE VIEW 1 2 4 3 # Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Battery release latch Releases the battery for removal. Insert a suitable tool and slide to release. Memory compartment Houses the computer's main memory. Hard disk bay Houses the computer's hard disk (secured with screws). 3 4 Ventilation and cooling fan Allows the computer to stay cool. - Do not cover or obstruct the openings.
RECOVERY GATEWAY RECOVERY MANAGEMENT Note: Gateway Recovery Management is only available with a preinstalled Windows operating system. If your computer experiences problems that are not recoverable by other methods, you may need to reinstall the Windows operating system and factory-loaded software and drivers. To ensure you can recover your computer when needed, you should create a recovery backup as soon as possible.
The Create Factory Default Backup dialog box opens. This dialog box tells you the number of blank, recordable discs you will need to complete the recovery discs. Make sure that you have the required number of identical, blank discs ready before continuing. 3. Insert a blank disc into the drive indicated in the Backup to list, then click Next. You will be shown the backup progress on the screen. The drive ejects each disc as it completes burning it. 4.
To recover your system: 1. Perform minor fixes. If only one or two items of software or hardware have stopped working correctly, the problem may be solved by reinstalling the software or the device drivers. To recover software and drivers that were pre-installed at the factory, see “Recovering pre-installed software and drivers” on page 14. For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not preinstalled, see that product’s documentation or technical support Web site. 2.
3. Click on Contents. A list of software and device drivers opens. 4. Click on the install icon for the item you want to install, then follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation. Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall. Returning to a previous system condition Microsoft System Restore periodically takes ’snapshots’ of your system settings and saves them as restore points.
files on your hard drive, back them up now. • If you can still run Windows, see “Recovering from within Windows” below. • If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive is still working, see “Recovering from the hard drive during startup” on page 16. • If you cannot run Windows and your original hard drive has been completely re-formatted or you have installed a replacement hard drive, see “Recovering from your recovery discs” on page 16.
2. If it is not already enabled, you must enable the F12 Boot Menu: 1. Press F2 when starting your computer. 2. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Main menu. 3. Press the down key until F12 Boot Menu is selected, press F5 to change this setting to Enabled. 4. Use the left or right arrow keys to select the Exit menu. 5. Select Save Changes and Exit and press Enter. Select OK to confirm. 6. Your computer will restart. 3. During startup, press F12 to open the boot menu.
REGULATORY INFORMATION PREVENTION OF HEARING LOSS - Caution: Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or headphones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time. This device have been tested to comply with the Sound Pressure Level requirement laid down in the applicable EN 50332-1 and/or EN 50332-2 standards.
Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. UNINTENTIONAL EMITTER PER FCC PART 15 This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
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should not exceed five (5). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. If this device causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. The telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
UNINTENTIONAL EMITTER PER ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada. Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada.
EN55024: Immunity characteristics EN61000-3-2: Limitation of harmonic current emissions EN61000-3-3: Limitation of voltage fluctuation and flicker in low-voltage supply system EN60950-1: Product Safety. If your computer includes a telecommunication network board, the input/output socket is classified as Telecommunication Network Voltage (TNV-3).
You must unplug the power supply cord and remove the battery to disconnect the equipment from the power supply. In that aim, the socket-outlet should be installed near to the equipment and should be easily accessible. Input rating: Refer to the rating label on the bottom of the computer and ensure that your power adapter complies with the specified rating. Under no circumstances should the user attempt to disassemble the power supply. The power supply has no user-replaceable parts.
LASER COMPLIANCE STATEMENT The optical devices are tested and certified to be compliant with International Electrotechnical Commission IEC60825-1 and European EN60825-1 standards for Class 1 laser products. Class 1 laser products are not considered hazardous. The optical devices are designed such that there is never human access to laser radiation above a Class 1 level during normal operation or prescribed maintenance conditions.
ENVIRONMENT OUR COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Environment has been at the heart of our products. Gateway is committed to limit the environmental impact of its products during product life cycle. Starting at design phase, with a very strict procurement policy, maximum attention is given to electronic components in order to limit their weight in heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, chromium, mercury, etc. Suppliers are asked, for each part of any product, to respect all regulations.
SOFTWARE LICENSE Note: Most of the software applications are already preinstalled on your Gateway computer. They are ready to use or to set up. However, some titles require a CD or DVD to run. You will find these discs in your computer's packaging. Gateway License Agreement (CD and/or DVD Products). This copy of the original is your proof of license. Please treat it as valuable property. Important! Read carefully before installing the software. The following License Agreement applies to you.
THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE OR FREE SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATION Software pre-loaded, embedded or otherwise distributed with the products provided by Gateway does contain free or third party software programs (the “Free Software”), which are licensed under the terms GNU General Public License (the “GPL”). The Free Software is marked as such. Your copying, distribution and/or modification of the Free Software shall be subject to the terms of the GPL.
