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Contents

1 Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Identifying your model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

2 Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Identifying your model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

3Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Protecting from power source problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Starting your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Waking up your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Turning off your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

System key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Multi-function buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Using the EZ Pad touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Using the touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Connecting the modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Connecting to an Ethernet network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Broadband Internet connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

4Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

HelpSpot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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Summary of content (56 pages)

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Solo9550.book Page i Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Contents 1 Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Solo9550.book Page ii Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM HelpSpot Videos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Online help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Gateway Web site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 5 Windows Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Solo9550.book Page iii Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM 7 Using Multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Using drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Using diskettes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Using the CD/DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Solo9550.book Page iv Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM 10 Travel Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Radio frequency wireless connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Solo9550.book Page v Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM 14 Networking Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199 Using a network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sharing a single Internet connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sharing drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sharing peripherals . . .
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Solo9550.book Page vi Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Reinstalling Windows NT 4.0 device drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238 Locating Windows NT 4.0 drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238 Reinstalling Windows NT 4.0 video device drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .240 Reinstalling Windows NT 4.0 audio device drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .243 Reinstalling Windows NT 4.0 modem device drivers . . . . . . .
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Solo9550.book Page vii Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Solo9550.book Page 1 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9500 1 If you purchased the Gateway Solo 9550, go to “Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550” on page 11. Tips & Tricks To access the contents of this manual while you are traveling, download an electronic copy from www.gateway.com/support/manlib/.
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Solo9550.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Front Speaker Component Release latch Icon Speaker Power indicator light Description Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or speakers are not plugged in. Release latch Open the notebook cover by sliding the release latch to the right. Battery charge indicator Lights up when the computer is plugged in. ■ ■ ■ Power indicator LED green – battery is fully charged. LED orange – battery is charging.
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Solo9550.book Page 3 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Left side Port options Component Port options Ventilation fan (do not block) Icon PC Card slots 3.5” modular bay Description Depending on the options you ordered with your notebook, this area can contain: ■ A modem jack ■ An Ethernet jack ■ An IEEE 1394 (Firewire) port Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components. Do not block. PC Card slots Insert one Type I, II, III or Zoom Video PC Card into this slot.
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Solo9550.book Page 4 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Right side Headphone jack USB ports Microphone jack 5.25” modular bay Line In jack S/PDIF digital audio jack Component 4 Icon Description USB ports Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB printer, scanner, or camera) into these ports. S/PDIF digital audio jack Plug an optical Toslink digital audio cable into this jack.
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Solo9550.book Page 5 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Back PS/2 port Parallel port Monitor port Docking Ventilation fan Serial port port (do not block) TV out jack Power connector Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description PS/2 port Plug a PS/2 device (such as a keyboard or mouse) into this port. Parallel port Plug a parallel device (such as a printer) into this port. Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor into this port.
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Solo9550.book Page 6 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Component 6 Icon Description Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Kensington lock slot Secure your computer to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot.
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Solo9550.book Page 7 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Bottom Reset hole Ventilation fan 5.25” modular bay Memory bay 3.5” modular bay Battery bay Component Icon Description Reset hole Insert a straightened paper clip into this hole to manually restart the system. 5.25” modular bay Install a CD or DVD drive, a second hard drive, or a second battery into this bay. For more information, see “Installing a second battery” on page 134 or “Changing 5.25” bay modules” on page 168.
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Solo9550.book Page 8 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Identifying your model The label on the bottom of your computer contains information that identifies your notebook model. Gateway Technical Support will need this information if you call for assistance. Important Revision code and display type/ processor size The label shown below is for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model. 00.0X/000XXX X 0.
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Solo9550.book Page 9 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Accessories Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your notebook. Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so that you can swap batteries when necessary.
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Solo9550.book Page 10 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive, but usually they are slower than laser printers. Using an inkjet color printer, you can print pictures, banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents. Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive, but usually they print much faster than inkjet printers. Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when you are printing large documents.
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Solo9550.book Page 11 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 2 If you purchased the Gateway Solo 9500, go to “Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9500” on page 1. Tips & Tricks To access the contents of this manual while you are traveling, download an electronic copy from www.gateway.com/support/manlib/. www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 12 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 Top Bluetooth Indicator Component Bluetooth indicator (optional) Warning 12 Icon Description Lights up when Bluetooth is turned on. Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. Bluetooth and IEEE 802.
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Solo9550.book Page 13 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Top Important If your system came equipped with an internal radio frequency wireless device, see “Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information” on page 281 for general wireless regulatory and safety guidelines. To find out if your system has an internal wireless device, check the label (see “Identifying your model” on page 23). www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 14 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 Front Cover release latch Speaker Component Battery charge indicator Power indicator Hot-swap indicator Audio DJ controls Icon Speaker Description Cover release latch Open notebook cover by sliding the release latch to the right. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or speakers are not plugged in. Audio DJ controls Control the built-in CD player.
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Solo9550.book Page 15 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Front Component Hot-swap indicator Icon Description Indicates when it is safe to remove the 5.25” bay module. LED green - it is safe to remove the 5.25” bay module. LED orange - it is not safe to remove the 5.25” bay module. For more information, see “Changing 5.25” bay modules” on page 168. ■ ■ www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 16 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 Left Ethernet jack Component Fan Icon PC Card slot 3.5” modular bay Description Ethernet jack Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into this jack. For more information, see “Connecting to an Ethernet network” on page 46 and “Networking Your Computer” on page 199. Fan Helps cool internal components. Do not block or insert objects into these slots.
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Solo9550.book Page 17 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Right Right Line in jack USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack 5.25” modular bay Modem jack IEEE 1394 port S/PDIF digital audio jack Component Icon Description Line in jack Connect an external audio input source (such as a stereo) to this jack so that you can record sound on your computer or play sound through the notebook speakers. Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack.
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Solo9550.book Page 18 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 Component Icon Description Modem jack Plug a telephone cord into this jack. 5.25” modular bay Install a CD, DVD, or an additional hard drive into this bay. For more information, see “Changing 5.25” bay modules” on page 168. 18 www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 19 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Back Back PS/2 port Parallel port Fan Docking port Monitor Serial TV out port jack port Power connector Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description PS/2 port Plug a PS/2 device (such as a keyboard or mouse) into this port. Parallel port Plug a parallel device (such as a printer) into this port. Fan Helps cool internal components. Do not block or insert objects into these slots.
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Solo9550.book Page 20 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 Component Icon Description Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your computer to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot. 20 www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 21 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Bottom Bottom Reset hole Fan 5.25” modular bay Memory bay 3.5” modular bay Battery bay Component Icon Description Reset hole Insert a straightened paper clip into this hole to manually restart the system. 5.25” modular bay Install a CD, DVD, or an additional hard drive into this bay. For more information, see “Changing 5.25” bay modules” on page 168. Memory bay Install a memory module in this bay.
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Solo9550.book Page 22 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 Component Icon Description Fan Helps cool internal components. Do not block or insert objects into these slots. 3.5” modular bay Install a standard 3.5-inch diskette drive, an additional hard drive, or a second battery into this bay. For more information, see “Installing a second battery” on page 134 and “Changing 3.5” bay modules” on page 170. 22 www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 23 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Identifying your model Identifying your model The label on the bottom of your computer contains information that identifies your notebook model. Gateway Technical Support will need this information if you call for assistance. Important The label shown below is for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model.
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Solo9550.book Page 24 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 Accessories Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your notebook. Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so that you can swap batteries when necessary.
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Solo9550.book Page 25 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Accessories Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive, but usually they are slower than laser printers. Using an inkjet color printer, you can print pictures, banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents. Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive, but usually they print much faster than inkjet printers. Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when you are printing large documents. www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 26 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Solo 9550 26 www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 27 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Getting Started 3 This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway notebook. Read this chapter to find out: ■ How to connect the AC adapter ■ How to start and turn off your notebook ■ How to use the keyboard ■ How to use the EZ Pad™ touchpad ■ How to connect the modem ■ How to connect to an Ethernet network ■ How to install peripheral devices www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 28 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can run your notebook using an AC adapter or the notebook battery. The battery was shipped to you partially charged. You should use the AC adapter right away to fully charge the battery. Allow 24 hours for the battery to fully charge.
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Solo9550.book Page 29 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Connecting the AC adapter 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook’s power connector. 3 Plug the power cord in to a wall power outlet. The battery charging indicator light turns on. If the battery charging indicator light does not turn on, disconnect the adapter from your notebook and repeat Step 2. 4 When you finish using your notebook, turn the notebook off and leave the notebook connected to AC power for at least 24 hours.
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Solo9550.book Page 30 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Protecting from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your computer can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your computer and peripherals by connecting them to a surge protector, which will absorb voltage surges and prevent them from reaching your computer.
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Solo9550.book Page 31 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Starting your notebook Starting your notebook To start the notebook: 1 Open your notebook by sliding the latch on the front of your notebook to the right and lifting the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. Power button www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 32 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started The power button is preset to On/Off mode. However, you can also set it to function in Standby/Resume mode. For instructions on changing the power button mode, see “Changing automatic power settings in Windows Me, Windows 98, or Windows 2000” on page 138. 3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your computer.
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Solo9550.book Page 33 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Turning off your notebook Turning off your notebook To turn off your notebook: 1 Click Start, then select Shut Down. The Shut Down Windows dialog box opens. 2 3 Select Shut down. Click OK. Windows shuts down and turns off your notebook. Important If for some reason you cannot use the Shut down option in Windows to turn off your notebook, press and hold the power button for about five seconds. www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 34 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Status indicators Diskette drive 5.25” modular drive Pad lock Hard drive This light turns on... Caps lock Scroll lock When... The notebook is accessing a hard drive. The notebook is accessing the 5.25” modular drive. 34 www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 35 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Status indicators This light turns on... When... The notebook is accessing the diskette drive. Caps Lock is turned on. Pad Lock is turned on. 1 Scroll Lock is turned on. www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 36 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that has the full functionality of a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Pad Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You can attach an external keyboard to the notebook using a USB or PS/2 port.
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Solo9550.book Page 37 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Using the keyboard Keys Component Icon Description Volume control buttons Press the volume buttons to change the volume, or press the mute button to turn off all sound. Function keys Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform actions in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help. Each program uses different function keys for different purposes. Refer to the program documentation to find out more about the function key actions.
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Solo9550.book Page 38 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started System key combinations When you press an FN key and a system key at the same time, the notebook performs the action identified by the green or blue text on the key. Press and hold FN while pressing this system key... To... Display the power status box in the upper left corner of your screen. The box shows the battery charge level, the BIOS version, and whether the AC adapter is being used.
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Solo9550.book Page 39 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Using the keyboard Press and hold FN while pressing this system key... To... Decrease the brightness of the display. Turn Bluetooth on and off. (This function is only available on notebooks equipped with Bluetooth.) www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 40 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Multi-function buttons Bluetooth/ Internet E-mail Button Icon Help User-defined shortcut Press to... Bluetooth Turn Bluetooth on and off. This button must be pressed at the same time the FN button is pressed. (This function is only available on notebooks equipped with Bluetooth.) E-mail Open your e-mail program. 40 www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 41 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Using the keyboard Button Icon Press to... Internet Open your Web browser. Help Open online help. User-defined shortcut Open the program you assign to this key. www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 42 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Using the EZ Pad touchpad The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad, two buttons, and a rocker switch. (The rocker switch is available on the Solo 9550 only.) Left touchpad button Rocker switch Right Touchpad touchpad button When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer (arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. You can use the EZ-Pad left and right buttons below the touchpad to select objects.
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Solo9550.book Page 43 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Using the EZ Pad touchpad Using the touchpad To... Do this... Move the pointer on the screen. Move your finger around on the touchpad. If you run out of space on your touchpad and need to move the pointer farther, lift your finger, move it to the middle of the touchpad, then continue moving your finger. Select an object on the screen. Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button below the touchpad once.
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Solo9550.book Page 44 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started To... Do this... Move an object on the screen. 44 Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button and hold it down, then use the touchpad to move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the screen. Release the button to drop the object where you want it. www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 45 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Connecting the modem Connecting the modem If your notebook has a modem jack, the notebook has a built-in 56K modem. Caution To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of the telephone cable into the modem jack side of the notebook. 2 Insert the other end of the telephone cable into a telephone wall jack. The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.
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Solo9550.book Page 46 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Connecting to an Ethernet network If your notebook has a network jack, you can connect it to a 10/100 Ethernet network. To connect to a network: 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack left side of the notebook. 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a network wall jack. Ask your network administrator to help you select the correct network jack.
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Solo9550.book Page 47 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Connecting to an Ethernet network Broadband Internet connections You can use your computer’s Ethernet jack for more than just networking. Many broadband Internet connections, such as cable modems and DSL modems, connect to your computer’s Ethernet jack. For more information, see “Using the Internet” on page 87 and “Networking Your Computer” on page 199. www.gateway.
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Solo9550.book Page 48 Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:18 PM Chapter 3: Getting Started Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device Your computer has one or more of the following ports: IEEE 1394 (Firewire), Universal Serial Bus (USB), serial, and parallel. These ports are used for connecting peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, and digital cameras to your computer.