June 2000 — Product Focus
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Hands-On - Gateway Astro
Another glitch occurred repeatedly whenever our screen saver switched to standby mode: the screen locked in standby, and no amount of mouse movement or key clicking could revive it. To solve this problem, we changed the monitor settings to eliminate standby mode, and the problem disappeared.
One other minor problem with our unit is its frequent stalling in shutdown mode, requiring us to hold down the power button to turn off the machine completely. That alone certainly isn't a big deal, but it necessitates running the "scan disk" feature at the next startup.
These minor problems aside, the Astro is a competent machine for most common computer tasks. With its compact size, customizable ordering options, and full features (including a lock slot for security cables), it would make a worthwhile installment in most schools.
-Elizabeth Amberg
Contact Information
Gateway Computers
N. Sioux City, SD
(800) 846-2000
www.gateway.com
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