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... the network. With a wireless home network, you like. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of the cable into the Ethernet jack on the DSL or cable modem... on the router and the other end into the network jack on the computer. The WAN port is the latest advance in computer communication. www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you want to connect to the router, the corresponding green indicator should...
... the network. With a wireless home network, you like. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of the cable into the Ethernet jack on the DSL or cable modem... on the router and the other end into the network jack on the computer. The WAN port is the latest advance in computer communication. www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you want to connect to the router, the corresponding green indicator should...
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... to it, your network. Type wireless network security methods in the router or access point documentation. • Temporarily turn off all of the devices, then power them back on the left of your computers, you can see the network name, but you cannot connect to your access point. Help For more...
... to it, your network. Type wireless network security methods in the router or access point documentation. • Temporarily turn off all of the devices, then power them back on the left of your computers, you can see the network name, but you cannot connect to your access point. Help For more...
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...: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, Ease of Access, then click Ease of Access Center opens. 76 The Ease of Access Center. To use it may be a powerful tool, but does not log off the current user, then opens the account selection screen.
...: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, Ease of Access, then click Ease of Access Center opens. 76 The Ease of Access Center. To use it may be a powerful tool, but does not log off the current user, then opens the account selection screen.
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... level of the LCD panel. ■ Click (Change audio settings) to open the power plan list box and select a new power plan. 78 The Windows Mobility Center window opens. For more information about adjusting the power plan, see "Changing system sounds" on your notebook's features, some of the settings ...; Click Mute to turn off the sound to your speakers. ■ Drag the volume slider to adjust the sound level. ■ Click (Change power settings) to open the Change settings for the plan dialog box and modify the display and sleep settings for your notebook. For more information, see...
... level of the LCD panel. ■ Click (Change audio settings) to open the power plan list box and select a new power plan. 78 The Windows Mobility Center window opens. For more information about adjusting the power plan, see "Changing system sounds" on your notebook's features, some of the settings ...; Click Mute to turn off the sound to your speakers. ■ Drag the volume slider to adjust the sound level. ■ Click (Change power settings) to open the Change settings for the plan dialog box and modify the display and sleep settings for your notebook. For more information, see...
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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...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 23 Starting your notebook ...
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...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 23 Starting your notebook ...
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... 62 Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television . 63 Adjusting the display properties 65 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 66 Chapter 5: Managing Power 69 Monitoring the battery charge 70 Recharging the battery 70 Changing batteries 71 ii
... 62 Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television . 63 Adjusting the display properties 65 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 66 Chapter 5: Managing Power 69 Monitoring the battery charge 70 Recharging the battery 70 Changing batteries 71 ii
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www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving battery power 73 Using alternate power sources 74 Changing power modes 75 Changing notebook power settings 76 Changing the power plan 76 Changing advanced settings 78 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook ... . 81 Packing your notebook 82 Traveling by air 82 Dial-up modem 82 Radio frequency wireless connections 83 Files 83 Security 84 Power 85 Additional tips 85 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 87 Caring for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook ...
www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving battery power 73 Using alternate power sources 74 Changing power modes 75 Changing notebook power settings 76 Changing the power plan 76 Changing advanced settings 78 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook ... . 81 Packing your notebook 82 Traveling by air 82 Dial-up modem 82 Radio frequency wireless connections 83 Files 83 Security 84 Power 85 Additional tips 85 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 87 Caring for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook ...
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... Memory 128 Memory card reader 129 Modem (cable or DSL 129 Modem (dial-up 129 Mouse 132 Networks (wired 133 Networks (wireless 135 Passwords 137 Power 137 Printer 138 Sound 139 Status indicators 139 Touchpad 140 Video 140 Telephone support 140 Before calling...
... Memory 128 Memory card reader 129 Modem (cable or DSL 129 Modem (dial-up 129 Mouse 132 Networks (wired 133 Networks (wireless 135 Passwords 137 Power 137 Printer 138 Sound 139 Status indicators 139 Touchpad 140 Video 140 Telephone support 140 Before calling...
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Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Headphone jack Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. Battery charge is on - Notebook is very ... blue - Plug a microphone into this jack. Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Power indicator Battery charge indicator ■ LED on . ■ LED blinking - Battery is off - Notebook is charging. ...
Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Headphone jack Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. Battery charge is on - Notebook is very ... blue - Plug a microphone into this jack. Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Power indicator Battery charge indicator ■ LED on . ■ LED blinking - Battery is off - Notebook is charging. ...
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Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Modem jack Kensington lock slot (optional) Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 63. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this optional jack. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector...
Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Modem jack Kensington lock slot (optional) Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 63. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this optional jack. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector...
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..."Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 111. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 71. Bottom Battery latch www.gateway.com Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Customer care label Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery. Battery Provides... the notebook is located in this bay. Hard drive bay The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. Memory bay Memory modules are located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 107. For more information, see "Changing ...
..."Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 111. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 71. Bottom Battery latch www.gateway.com Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Customer care label Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery. Battery Provides... the notebook is located in this bay. Hard drive bay The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. Memory bay Memory modules are located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 107. For more information, see "Changing ...
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...the keyboard" on page 43. 12 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Keyboard area for Sleep/Resume mode. Power button Press to control playback of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are... not plugged in. You can also configure the power button for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the features...
...the keyboard" on page 43. 12 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Keyboard area for Sleep/Resume mode. Power button Press to control playback of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are... not plugged in. You can also configure the power button for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the features...
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..." on page 27. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 34. Keyboard area for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) 13 For more information, see "Using the optional fingerprint reader" on page 40. Provides enhanced security. www...
..." on page 27. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 34. Keyboard area for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) 13 For more information, see "Using the optional fingerprint reader" on page 40. Provides enhanced security. www...
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... a drive is in . For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 27. 14 Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the power on page 34. Touchpad Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on ...page 78. You can also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 29. Fingerprint reader (optional) Provides enhanced...
... a drive is in . For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 27. 14 Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the power on page 34. Touchpad Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on ...page 78. You can also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 29. Fingerprint reader (optional) Provides enhanced...
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...run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may need to fully charge. Caution Make sure that you... partially charged. The replacement cord must be damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The battery was shipped to the AC adapter. 20 To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to you use the AC adapter right away to disassemble the AC ...
...run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may need to fully charge. Caution Make sure that you... partially charged. The replacement cord must be damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The battery was shipped to the AC adapter. 20 To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to you use the AC adapter right away to disassemble the AC ...
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...8226; Press FN+F1 to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your 21 www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels ...first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge ...
...8226; Press FN+F1 to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your 21 www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels ...first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge ...
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... has a modem jack. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Tip When using a cable with a sleeve over the plug, pull the sleeve back to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges...
... has a modem jack. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Tip When using a cable with a sleeve over the plug, pull the sleeve back to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges...
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... your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 78. 3 If you are not obstructed. Caution Provide adequate space around...
... your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 78. 3 If you are not obstructed. Caution Provide adequate space around...
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...more information on using Windows, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your online User Guide. While in Sleep mode, press the power button to "wake" it up your notebook When you have not used your notebook for several minutes or if you left them . Although it... left them . 25 Waking up . If your notebook is in Sleep mode, the power indicator flashes. In Hibernate mode, your notebook is an alternative to save power. Hibernate mode is turned completely off. www.gateway.com 4 Attach and turn your notebook completely off, it turns off or slows down your...
...more information on using Windows, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your online User Guide. While in Sleep mode, press the power button to "wake" it up your notebook When you have not used your notebook for several minutes or if you left them . Although it... left them . 25 Waking up . If your notebook is in Sleep mode, the power indicator flashes. In Hibernate mode, your notebook is an alternative to save power. Hibernate mode is turned completely off. www.gateway.com 4 Attach and turn your notebook completely off, it turns off or slows down your...
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... closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation, you cannot use the Shut Down option in Windows to save power. Tip You can change the Sleep mode from the standard Sleep mode (default) to the lock icon, then click Hibernate. Important If for about ...Sleep mode, see "Changing power modes" on your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. 2 Click Start Task Manager. To close programs that is not responding. 4 Click End Task. 26 The ...
... closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation, you cannot use the Shut Down option in Windows to save power. Tip You can change the Sleep mode from the standard Sleep mode (default) to the lock icon, then click Hibernate. Important If for about ...Sleep mode, see "Changing power modes" on your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. 2 Click Start Task Manager. To close programs that is not responding. 4 Click End Task. 26 The ...