20 Most Recent Gateway GT4010 (RBGT4010) PC Desktop Questions & Answers

OK!! DELETE your drivers via Control Panel / SYSTEM... install a 'fresh driver set'... I found MANY drivers for ALCOR: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/downloads/ds031997 IT is the LAST Link below ~ try it FIRST! I found "GATEWAY" driver sets for your specific CARD READER, but it's for a VISTA 64 Bit O.S. The address is here. http://www.gateway.com/gw/en/US/content/drivers-downloads It reads: "CardReader Alcor 15 in 1 Media Reader Driver 2.02.01.01 6.0 MB 2010/07/21" The Link below may not work for you and if not, use the address above. Also know the the SEARCH function at GATEWAY is BROKEN ~ so you may need to 'drill down' to the download link? > Desktops > GT Series > GT4010 > Operating System > Windows VISTA 64 ____________ ALSO DO a GOOGLE SEARCH FOR: Card Reader Alcor 15 in 1 Media Reader Driver You should have around 169,000 HITS ~ and maybe you will find a newer/better driver from one of them? Drivers Downloads Download Gateway GT5082b Alcor Card Reader Driver 2 01 03 01 for Windows... THIS ONE! https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/downloads/ds031997

When replacing your Graphics Card (GFX) with a new and more powerful one, then you have to make sure that:

• The new card doesn't exceed the PSUs (Power Supply Unit) output (think it's 300 W)
• You have a PCI Express slot for it.
• Your PC fulfill the requirements needed by the GFX Card.

Look at the PC models spec sheet: http://panam.gateway.com/s/PC/R/5891/5891sp3.shtml

You need a new video card

This problem is video chip related. I have done alot of research on this and found that everyone has the same problem in some form or another. Your best bet is to junk the pc and get a different one, since the motherboard in the pc and the replacements you can get are all prone to the same failure. The best home remedy I have found is a hair dryer on the video chipset as mentioned in one of the above "fixes". Seems to work for a while, not permanent. You may need to repeat if your system goes down again. Also, when your system powers up and your screen looks more green than usual or different than it used to, just apply more heat and pressure. On another note, if anyone has a replacement for this case, GT4010, from a different manufacturer, please let me know. Hope this helps.

CABEL8X1. NEED TO NO MOORE TO HELP.INFORMATION IS IMPORTENT.1 IS THERE FANS MOVING. 2 ANY LIGHTS ON THE MOTHERBOARD.

You need a card that will support dual monitor, even if it is VGA and DVI.

1) Unplug from power2) FOLLOW Anti-Static Precautions[Anti-Static Precautions:Your body carries Static electricity. Static WILL fry out (Short Circuit), the delicate hardware components inside a computer.Relieve your body of Static BEFORE reaching inside your computer.Computer on a table, computer unplugged from power, computer case open;TOUCH an unpainted surface, of the metal frame of the open computer case.This action will relieve your body of Static.IF you leave your computer in the middle of working on it, be SURE to Touch the metal frame again, upon your return ]Gateway Support > Gateway GT4010 Desktop PC > Main Support page,http://support.gateway.com/us/en/product/default.aspx?tab=1&modelId=2809Click on the Support Documents tab.(Driver / BIOS / Applications / Patches / Support Documents / etc)Click on the blue -> 5891 - Support Documents subheadingClick on Product Views.Click on Rear ViewViewing the Front of your computer the Right Side Panel removes.There are two Thumbscrews to loosen, shown by the letter C.(They are supposed to remove all the way. If they do it's OK)There is a finger-pull formed out of the back of the left Side Panel.Pull towards the back of the computer. It should then swing out at the top, and can now be removed.Go back one page, and this time click on - User GuidesClick on -(This is a PDF file. The computer you are using now has Adobe Reader on it, which uses PDF files.After you click on the file name it may take up to 30 seconds, before the first page comes up.Took 10 seconds just now using a medium speed DSL connection)Go to Page 51.Now I would like you to go to Page 52 - Removing the front bezelThe Front Bezel is the Front Panel, of your computer.It has 6 tabs that lock it on the metal frame of the computer case.There are 3 of these tabs that you access, from the Side Panel opening.It is only these 3 that need to be accessed, in order to remove the Front Bezel.Looking at the inside, of the Front Panel, and the edge that meets the metal framework of the computer case;One tab near the Top.One tab in the Middle.One tab towards the Bottom.These tabs are plastic, and are formed out of the plastic Front Bezel.Press the Top tab IN. (Not too hard or it may break)Gently pull the Front Bezel towards the front of the computer, JUST A LITTLE.Now press in on the Middle tab.Finally press the Bottom tab in.(Each tab has a flat hooked end. The tab itself goes through a slot, in the metal framework of the computer case. The tab must be pressed in far enough, so the flat hooked end will clear the slot, and allow the tab to slide through the slot; when the Front Bezel is pulled forward)Tabs clear of the metal framework of the computer case; right side of Front Bezel swings out a little. (Viewed from the Front; Right side)This will allow the tabs on the other side to release from the metal framework of the computer case.NOTE*It looks as through the Power On switch is attached to the Front Bezel.This means use CARE, and ease the Front Bezel forward a little, away from the computer case.Wires are still attached.IF, you pull on the Front Bezel too hard, or too far; the wires may become unplugged from the motherboard.IF, this happens, do not worry.Here is the pinout information for all of those wires,http://support.gateway.com/s/MOTHERBD/FIC/105553/105553nv.shtmlClick on Product Views.For example; The Power On switch connects to the Front Panel header, on the motherboard. For this pinout click on - W - Front Panel connector9-pin header.4 pins across the Top row.5 pins across the Bottom row.Starting on the Left side, going towards the Right, Top row;Pins 2, 4, 6, and 8. There is NO Pin 10.Starting on the Left side, going towards the Right, Bottom row;Pins 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9.A) Pins 1 and 3 are for the HarDDrive activity LED. (Light. It's a Light Emitting Diode)Pin 1 is for the Positive ( + ) wire.If the HDD LED is dim when the Harddrive is active, switch the wires around.B) Pins 5 and 7 are for a Reset switch, IF a Reset switch is used.C) Pin 9 is N/C. Not Connected. 5 Volt check point reserved for the factory.D) Pins 2 and 4 are for the Power On LED.Pin 2 is for the Positive ( + ) wire.IF the PWR LED is dim when the computer is on, switch the wires around.E) Pins 6 and 8 are for the Power On switch.F) There is NO Pin 10.There is nothing(?) like removing a Front Panel (Front Bezel), and finding out you accidentally unplugged wires from the motherboard; and there is no pinout to connect them back.Just makes you so HAPPY!O_O!Power On switch replacement:The Power On Button is an assembly. Every pre-built computer manufacturer has their own design, and it can vary from MODEL to MODEL.The main thing here is, the Power On switch usually doesn't.This ATX power on switch is used in MANY models of Desktop PC's,http://www.directron.com/atxswitch.htmlI know it's hard to see here, and I apologize for that. Best example I have found.View what looks to be a metal square cap in the front of the view.There is a small post that sticks out.This post is what the plastic part of the Power On Button assembly, presses against.Power On Button assembly may have a plastic post itself, which is returned with a coiled spring, once the Power On Button is pressed.Or the plastic button itself, presses against that Power On switch post.You need to soften the plastic of the Power On Button assembly, in order to remove the Power On switch.The plastic tabs of the Power On Button assembly may break, if this is not observed. Also compounded by the fact, that the plastic of the Power On Button assembly, has been heated several times, and is now brittle. (Plus age)I use a hair dryer set on low, (Thanks honey. I'll be right back with it, lol!), and slowly wave the nozzle of the hair dryer, back and forth across the Power On Button assembly.Once the plastic has softened some, ease whatever tabs you need to gently move aside a little, to ease the Power On switch out.Be aware that the plastic will cool almost instantly, and need to be softened again, before attempting to replace the Power On switch.Or perhaps june_sells20 this is the best way to go,http://www.ebay.com/itm/Gateway-Brushed-Aluminum-GT-Series-5-Bay-uATX-Front-Bezel-8016758R-6378-/271069731471?pt=US_Computer_Case_Accessories_Tool_Kits&hash=item3f1d03da8fNot advertising for seller, nor website. Just reference.For additional questions please post in a Comment.Regards,joecoolvette

Actually the problem is one of the capacitors on the power supply.
 
I have the same monitor Gateway LP2207 and just replaced the capacitor.
 
Here is a step by step guide (I could not find anything on this monitor except what is on this site which is not much)
 
1. Remove the stand by taking out the 2 screws
2. Remove the 4 Wall mount screws
3. Remove the 3 screws at the bottom back of monitor
4. Pry the rear case off by starting in either the left or right corner at the bottom and work your way
to the center. (Note you WILL break off a little piece of the retainer clip on the inside but its not a major concern as you will not see it when you put it back together) Once you get it split a bit you need to work your way around the sides very carefully.
5. Once you get it split do not pull off the front bezel too fast as the tape wire for the front controls will be attached, all you need to do is pull up in the direction the cable is running and it will pull out very easy, be careful not to damage this tape wire.
6. Once you get the front bezel off there are 4 screws retaining the LCD cage to the rear case, remove these 4 screws.
7.Set the front and rear case cover aside and lay a soft towel down and flip the LCD on its face, next there are 4 screws securing the LCD into the LCD cage (Please note I’m not a professional and don't know the exact names for all the parts but I think once you get the case open you will understand what I'm calling what)
8. Remove the 4 wires on the left of the unit and the cable grouping on the right. you will also need to remove all the taped wires that are secured to the LCD cage.
9. There are 2 parts to the cage, you will need to only remove the top 4 screws and the 2 screws where the monitor speaker is. This is needed only because in order to get the power supply out you need a little space to remove it.
10. Remove the 2 screws where the power cord plugs into
11. Flip the unit over so that you can see the power supply and the video board and remove the * screws holding the power supply into the cage.
12. Remove the wires from the Video board going to the power supply board, you will also need to remove the wire going to the USB hub, this can be done by removing the 2 screws holing the metal protection plate and then pull the wires from the hub.
13. Now remove the power supply and look at the capacitors on the board, you will see the top of the capacitor has a bulge on the top, that is the one that needs to be replaced.
 
Now here is the good part! if you know how to solder Go down to your local Radio Shack and get a new capacitor for 2.00, replace the capacitor, if not then take the board to your local TV repair shop and tell them to replace the capacitor, it should only cost you about 25 -35 bucks since you did all the work pulling the monitor apart and it only takes them 10 min to remove and replace the capacitor.
 
Now once you have it repaired put it all back together in the reverse order and you will have yourself a repaired monitor for 35.00 and an hour worth of your time.
 
I hope this has helped anyone with this monitor and has saved you the time that it took me to search the net (I looked for 2 days and found nothing)
 

Your PC support up to 4 gig of memory in 4 slots.DDR 333/400 ram memory of 1 gig each.So you need to know how much memory your system had.Probably 2 gig.So the more memory the better will be the speed for run apps in your system.Read more at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Random-access_memory

check leads from motherboard to hard drive IDE/SATA make sure connections are secure and dust free make sure the keyboard and mouse lead's or usb device is securely seated want to make sure restart your computer repeatedly tapping the f8 key to enter safe mode while the screen is black once in safe mode where the only things working will be your keyboard and mouse allowing you to attempt to repair your computer you could select the option start at last known configuration that worked this will tell you if and what file has been corrupted or missing then you will know if its a hardware issue then select restart if the problem still persists f8 back into safe mode you might need to select your operating system to load into safe mode click start control panel administration tools computer management in the left panel events + to expand then system you will see all errors in right panel right click select properties this will tell you what has occurred and the time it occurred you might use the system restore to restore your system to an earlier time click start all programs accessories system tools you should see your system restore option if it is a hardware issue the system restore might not work if you need more help with this or if i have misunderstood your problem post a reply hope this helps you

Probably your RAMs are defective. Try replacing them.

If the power light is blinking amber - The problem could be that the computer is receiving electrical power, but an internal power problem might exist.

Ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to match the AC power at your location (if applicable).
Ensure that the processor power cable is securely connected to the system board.
If you have a surge protector, turn it off for 30 seconds, then back on.
If you don't have one (you should on any expensive electronics to avoid them from blowing when there is a storm) turn off your computer, then unplug it from the wall for 30 seconds, then turn it back on.

have you tried the guide to trouble shoot the problem http://www.helpowl.com/manuals/Gateway/GT4010/83386

as you said that you are not able to start the computer it can only be solved by using a BOOT CD of a data recovery software, as this CD will help you boot your system and recover the lost data, It will also help you to recover the product key of the older version of the XP version installed

Hi,

Dust can be a massive cause of problems on a motherboard as it acts like a blanket causing components to overheat and sometimes conducts small amounts of electricity. Many boards on this condition are basically fried and need replacing. You could try a 24 pin power supply but i doubt that will make any difference as you have done everything to restore it.



Regards.

you may check whether those ports are connected to the main board. There are some jumper style outlet on the main board for USB ports but may not be connected. Check the print on the main board or the manual you will see them.

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Im assuming your using another pc to make contact to Fix ya.Download and burn the drivers to a cd or floppy,then install to your gateway.


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Make sure there aren't flourecent device near the monitor. If there is, move it away from the monitor. If that doesn't fix the problem check your display settings and change the hertz. Right click on your desktop and choose properties go to display look for screen refresh rate change it to one of the other options and see what happens. If none of these options work look into getting a new monitor.