Gateway Sb-series desktop computers are now a retired Gateway model. Current owners of a Gateway Sb system need not worry, however, as a large market exists of replacement parts for retired computer models. Be aware that if you plan to stick with this Gateway computer for your business, finding parts can be expensive.

The Gateway Sb-series desktop computers come in several models, such as the 310. The 310 models include the Gateway Sb-310-A, Gateway Sb-310-B and Gateway Sb-310-C, each of which has progressively higher performance ratings. Owners of Gateway Sb computers should keep these facts in mind when looking to improve their machine's performance:

1. Additional RAM is important for keeping your computer up-to-date and usable.

2. Replacement parts such as CPUs and motherboards keep the brains of your network working.

3. Driver update downloads keep your Gateway Sb desktop compatible with external devices.

4. Anti-virus materials eliminate bugs in your Gateway Sb series PC.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Speed up processes on your Gateway Sb desktop with additional RAM

RAM, short for Random Access Memory, is the component of your computer that most directly determines how quickly it can process a command. Most computer programs require a minimum of 256MB or less RAM to run, but recommend anywhere from 512MB to 2GB for smooth use. For computers, RAM is a relatively cheap upgrade, so add some to your Gateway Sb-series desktop if it is running slowly and you have determined that malware is not the cause.

I recommend: Visit the supplier Memory Stock for deals on RAM for the Gateway 310B, and Memory Giant for RAM upgrades for other Gateway Sb series computers in the 310 model.

Locate miscellaneous replacement parts for Gateway Sb series desktops

Find extra parts, from CPUs and motherboards to software and power supply systems, for your Gateway Sb system. Purchase extras of these important components to have on hand, as parts become rarer to obtain.

I recommend: Compare prices from Gateway Sb-series computer vendors of parts such as Skyline Engineering, which provides general parts, and AffordableSurplus.com, which specializes in Gateway Sb-310-A, Sb-310-B and Sb-310-C power supplies.

Download driver updates for your Gateway Sb series PC to ease installation of external devices

Driver updates for Gateway Sb computers are free downloads available on the Internet. A driver is a necessary component to installing any external device to a computer - such as a keyboard, printer, or hard drive.

I recommend: Find driver downloads and updates from Gateway and the HD audio driver download from Softpedia.

Use anti-virus software to rid your Gateway Sb series PC of system-slowing bugs

Since Gateway Sb series desktops are PCs, they are under constant attack from viruses, trojans, spyware, and other Internet-borne bugs. If your computer is running mysteriously slow even when no programs are running, you most likely have a virus.

I recommend: Purchase anti-virus downloads from Symantec or McAfee.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  A good way to ensure success with computer-related purchases is to stay ahead of the technological curve. Sometimes, you're better off spending more money on a new computer than a moderate amount fixing the one you have.