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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6... desk and chair 19 Sitting at your notebook 19 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 19 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6... desk and chair 19 Sitting at your notebook 19 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 19 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...
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... optional dial-up modem cable into this optional jack. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 23.
... optional dial-up modem cable into this optional jack. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 23.
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
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... notebook may be damaged. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use the AC adapter that you use your notebook's battery. You should use the AC adapter right away to disassemble the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to the...
... notebook may be damaged. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use the AC adapter that you use your notebook's battery. You should use the AC adapter right away to disassemble the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to the...
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...a wall outlet. Protecting from your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your 21 Protect your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your notebook, then plug it back in. ...• Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on the Customer Care label. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" ...
...a wall outlet. Protecting from your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your 21 Protect your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your notebook, then plug it back in. ...• Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on the Customer Care label. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" ...
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...and a screen opens showing you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. To recalibrate the battery without using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you may need to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. You should also ...recalibrate the battery periodically to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook. 72 To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect your notebook to maintain the accuracy...
...and a screen opens showing you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. To recalibrate the battery without using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you may need to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. You should also ...recalibrate the battery periodically to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook. 72 To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect your notebook to maintain the accuracy...
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... discharge" on page 71. 107 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 106. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. The modules are available in various capacities and any... module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs...
... discharge" on page 71. 107 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 106. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. The modules are available in various capacities and any... module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs...
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... your online User Guide. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 106. 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any data you can replace your original drive with ...drive kit. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard ...
... your online User Guide. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 106. 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any data you can replace your original drive with ...drive kit. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard ...
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... correctly. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 20. • If your notebook is plugged into the outlet and turn it on , and working on AC power • Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to recover a forgotten password. Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. Replace any... "Changing batteries" on battery power • Check the power management settings. To test the outlet, plug a working on page 71. • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password.
... correctly. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 20. • If your notebook is plugged into the outlet and turn it on , and working on AC power • Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to recover a forgotten password. Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. Replace any... "Changing batteries" on battery power • Check the power management settings. To test the outlet, plug a working on page 71. • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password.
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Index A AC adapter connecting 20 connector 10 international adapters 74 accessories safety precautions 145 acoustic handset coupler 82 application key 30 arrow keys 30 audio adjusting volume 33, 49 back button 32, 43, 44 ..., 44 stop button 32, 43, 44 troubleshooting 139 volume down button 33 volume up button 33 audio CD cleaning 91 inserting 57, 58 automobile power adapter 74 B battery alternate power sources 74 bay 71 calibrating 90 changing 71 charge indicator 6, 70 charge status 70 charging 20, 70 conserving power 73 extending...
Index A AC adapter connecting 20 connector 10 international adapters 74 accessories safety precautions 145 acoustic handset coupler 82 application key 30 arrow keys 30 audio adjusting volume 33, 49 back button 32, 43, 44 ..., 44 stop button 32, 43, 44 troubleshooting 139 volume down button 33 volume up button 33 audio CD cleaning 91 inserting 57, 58 automobile power adapter 74 B battery alternate power sources 74 bay 71 calibrating 90 changing 71 charge indicator 6, 70 charge status 70 charging 20, 70 conserving power 73 extending...
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... 91 case 89 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 154 clicking 41 closing unresponsive program 26 connecting AC adapter 20 cable modem 22 dial-up modem 23 DSL modem 22 external keyboard 29 external monitor 63 keyboard 29 mouse 41 printer 62 projector 63... Ethernet 7 external audio 6 external diskette drive 7, 9, 62 external speakers 6 flash drive 7, 9, 62 HDMI (TV) out 7 headphone 6 keyboard 7, 9 microphone 6 modem (dial-up) 10 monitor (VGA) 10, 64 mouse 7, 9 network 7 power 10, 20 printer 7, 9 projector 64 scanner 7, 9 speaker 6 television 63 USB 7, 9, 62
... 91 case 89 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 154 clicking 41 closing unresponsive program 26 connecting AC adapter 20 cable modem 22 dial-up modem 23 DSL modem 22 external keyboard 29 external monitor 63 keyboard 29 mouse 41 printer 62 projector 63... Ethernet 7 external audio 6 external diskette drive 7, 9, 62 external speakers 6 flash drive 7, 9, 62 HDMI (TV) out 7 headphone 6 keyboard 7, 9 microphone 6 modem (dial-up) 10 monitor (VGA) 10, 64 mouse 7, 9 network 7 power 10, 20 printer 7, 9 projector 64 scanner 7, 9 speaker 6 television 63 USB 7, 9, 62
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...peripheral devices 62 Plug and Play devices USB support for 62 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 ports See connections power AC adapter 20, 74 advanced settings 76, 78 alternate sources 74 automobile/airplane adapter 74 battery 70, 71, 72, 73 button 12, 14, 31 changing modes 75 changing plans 76 connector... 10, 20 conserving battery power 73 EmPower adapter 74 extending battery life 73 Hibernate mode 75 Hybrid Sleep mode 31, 75 ...
...peripheral devices 62 Plug and Play devices USB support for 62 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 ports See connections power AC adapter 20, 74 advanced settings 76, 78 alternate sources 74 automobile/airplane adapter 74 battery 70, 71, 72, 73 button 12, 14, 31 changing modes 75 changing plans 76 connector... 10, 20 conserving battery power 73 EmPower adapter 74 extending battery life 73 Hibernate mode 75 Hybrid Sleep mode 31, 75 ...
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...the battery charge indicator does not turn on: • Unplug the adapter from your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important ...brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. The replacement cord must be of your notebook's power connector. 1 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. Technical Support See the label on . in ....
...the battery charge indicator does not turn on: • Unplug the adapter from your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important ...brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. The replacement cord must be of your notebook's power connector. 1 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. Technical Support See the label on . in ....
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... ready to replace the DVD drive. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook are...
... ready to replace the DVD drive. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook are...
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...notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to use them. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you are trademarks or registered trademarks of your... or registered trademarks of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of your workbench or other ...
...notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to use them. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you are trademarks or registered trademarks of your... or registered trademarks of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of your workbench or other ...
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...See the label on your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your workbench or other grounded object. 1 9 With a small Phillips ...notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. -OR- 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any surface. • Wear a...
...See the label on your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your workbench or other grounded object. 1 9 With a small Phillips ...notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. -OR- 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any surface. • Wear a...
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... Replacing a Memory Module Replacing a Memory Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to use them. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines: •...electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their respective companies. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008...
... Replacing a Memory Module Replacing a Memory Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to use them. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines: •...electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their respective companies. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008...
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...connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices .... 13 Pull the cover off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All rights reserved. Do not lay components on the cable. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as ...
...connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices .... 13 Pull the cover off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All rights reserved. Do not lay components on the cable. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as ...
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... the battery latch. 8 Slide the battery out of their edges. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Replacing .... Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing...
... the battery latch. 8 Slide the battery out of their edges. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Replacing .... Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing...
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6... desk and chair 19 Sitting at your notebook 19 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 19 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6... desk and chair 19 Sitting at your notebook 19 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 19 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...