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...To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to Step 2. -ORIf your notebook. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is turned on. Technical Support See the label on and is not connected to AC power, save your work and turn.... Replacing the Battery Replacing the Battery Important If your notebook is connected to AC power, you can replace the battery while your notebook. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008...
...To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to Step 2. -ORIf your notebook. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is turned on. Technical Support See the label on and is not connected to AC power, save your work and turn.... Replacing the Battery Replacing the Battery Important If your notebook is connected to AC power, you can replace the battery while your notebook. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008...
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... and maintenance instructions that includes information on your hard drive. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to this section are specific to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Your User Guide is an in this guide, your online User ...topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your notebook contains information about contacting Gateway Customer Care. 2 For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media •...
... and maintenance instructions that includes information on your hard drive. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to this section are specific to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Your User Guide is an in this guide, your online User ...topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your notebook contains information about contacting Gateway Customer Care. 2 For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media •...
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... Care will need this information if you call for your operating system. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number A label on your notebook's label. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your...
... Care will need this information if you call for your operating system. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number A label on your notebook's label. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your...
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... that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB...
... that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB...
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... key in combination with other actions when pressed in combination with a colored system key to perform specific actions. This key can also be used in combination with the FN key to perform a specific action. System keys Press these keys to open the Windows Start menu. Some keys perform... specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to move the cursor up the page, down , right, or left. 27 See the program documentation to turn on page 28. Press FN+ 1 to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on the numeric keypad. www.gateway.com Key...
... key in combination with other actions when pressed in combination with a colored system key to perform specific actions. This key can also be used in combination with the FN key to perform a specific action. System keys Press these keys to open the Windows Start menu. Some keys perform... specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to move the cursor up the page, down , right, or left. 27 See the program documentation to turn on page 28. Press FN+ 1 to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on the numeric keypad. www.gateway.com Key...
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... it snaps into place. 6 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. 67 www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Keep away from children. Caution If your Gateway notebook. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is connected to AC power, go to local hazardous material regulations...
... it snaps into place. 6 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. 67 www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Keep away from children. Caution If your Gateway notebook. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is connected to AC power, go to local hazardous material regulations...
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... not contain Gateway Recovery Center as an option, you must recover your software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 93. 91 www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. The Gateway Recovery Center...
... not contain Gateway Recovery Center as an option, you must recover your software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 93. 91 www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using Gateway Recovery Center To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center. The Gateway Recovery Center...
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...areas, use . See the Gateway System Restoration Kit, or contact Gateway Customer Care for service. Caution The transmitting device embedded in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are intended... contact your system are safe for any way. Do not modify them in the specific country sections (or country group sections). Caution Only use in the United States of.... Important Every country has different restrictions on the use in the 2.4 GHz band and/or 5.15 - 5.35 GHz band, may be allowed. Wireless devices that the RF exposure is below...
...areas, use . See the Gateway System Restoration Kit, or contact Gateway Customer Care for service. Caution The transmitting device embedded in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are intended... contact your system are safe for any way. Do not modify them in the specific country sections (or country group sections). Caution Only use in the United States of.... Important Every country has different restrictions on the use in the 2.4 GHz band and/or 5.15 - 5.35 GHz band, may be allowed. Wireless devices that the RF exposure is below...
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...in the municipal waste stream (residential garbage collection). Call Gateway to see if this program is available in your area. • If you need servicing, contact an authorized service location. For additional recycling information specific to your "end of life" product properly. Should ... hazardous substances are not released into the environment and to maximize the use of landfills for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Environmental information The product you have been used batteries properly. Substances such as "Class 1 Laser Products" under a US...
...in the municipal waste stream (residential garbage collection). Call Gateway to see if this program is available in your area. • If you need servicing, contact an authorized service location. For additional recycling information specific to your "end of life" product properly. Should ... hazardous substances are not released into the environment and to maximize the use of landfills for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Environmental information The product you have been used batteries properly. Substances such as "Class 1 Laser Products" under a US...
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... 9 Front 10 Left 11 Right 12 Back 13 Bottom 14 Keyboard area 15 Identifying your model 16 Gateway model and serial number 16 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 17 Finding your specifications 17 Accessories 17 3 Getting Started 19 Installing the battery 20 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 22... Status indicators 28 Using the keyboard 29 Key types 30 System key combinations 31 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 34 Using the touchpad 35 www.gateway.com i
... 9 Front 10 Left 11 Right 12 Back 13 Bottom 14 Keyboard area 15 Identifying your model 16 Gateway model and serial number 16 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 17 Finding your specifications 17 Accessories 17 3 Getting Started 19 Installing the battery 20 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 22... Status indicators 28 Using the keyboard 29 Key types 30 System key combinations 31 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 34 Using the touchpad 35 www.gateway.com i
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Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us www.gateway.com 3 Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. Using Support The Support site is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your notebook.
Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us www.gateway.com 3 Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. Using Support The Support site is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your notebook.
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...a step-by-step wizard to view information about warranties and special offers. Product Support Click Product Support to get a list of all Gateway notebooks. Resources Click Resources to access utilities to customer care with a live technician, including chat and e-mail. Contact Us Click Contact ...to help you get the latest software updates for BIOS and driver upgrades. Upgrade Center Click Upgrade Center to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for both sales and support. Click the arrow button to open the Select Your Computer Product box, then click ...
...a step-by-step wizard to view information about warranties and special offers. Product Support Click Product Support to get a list of all Gateway notebooks. Resources Click Resources to access utilities to customer care with a live technician, including chat and e-mail. Contact Us Click Contact ...to help you get the latest software updates for BIOS and driver upgrades. Upgrade Center Click Upgrade Center to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for both sales and support. Click the arrow button to open the Select Your Computer Product box, then click ...
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Chapter 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook • Identifying features • Locating your notebook's model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your notebook • Purchasing accessories 9
Chapter 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook • Identifying features • Locating your notebook's model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your notebook • Purchasing accessories 9
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...-capacity carrying cases if you can swap batteries when necessary. Batteries If you run your specifications For more information about using an additional battery. www.gateway.com 17 See "Changing batteries" on page 58 for more information, see "Gateway Web site" on page 3. The Support site also has links to buy an additional...
...-capacity carrying cases if you can swap batteries when necessary. Batteries If you run your specifications For more information about using an additional battery. www.gateway.com 17 See "Changing batteries" on page 58 for more information, see "Gateway Web site" on page 3. The Support site also has links to buy an additional...
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www.gateway.com 29 Function keys/ System keys Navigation keys Numeric keypad FN key Windows key Application key Arrow keys Tips & Tricks You can attach an external ... the notebook or port replicator using a USB port. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions...
www.gateway.com 29 Function keys/ System keys Navigation keys Numeric keypad FN key Windows key Application key Arrow keys Tips & Tricks You can attach an external ... the notebook or port replicator using a USB port. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions...
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... system key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). Press this key to perform a specific action. 30 www.gateway.com Use these keys to turn on the numeric keypad. Press NUM LOCK to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on page...with the FN key to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on . See the program documentation to perform specific actions. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to shortcut menus and help . Chapter 3: Getting Started Key types The keyboard has...
... system key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). Press this key to perform a specific action. 30 www.gateway.com Use these keys to turn on the numeric keypad. Press NUM LOCK to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on page...with the FN key to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on . See the program documentation to perform specific actions. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to shortcut menus and help . Chapter 3: Getting Started Key types The keyboard has...
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... hours. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is connected to local hazardous material regulations. If recalibration is turned on. If the battery charge indicator does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care. If your notebook is interrupted...process begins and a screen opens showing you can change the battery while your notebook is incorrectly replaced. Changing batteries If your Gateway notebook. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration...
... hours. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is connected to local hazardous material regulations. If recalibration is turned on. If the battery charge indicator does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care. If your notebook is interrupted...process begins and a screen opens showing you can change the battery while your notebook is incorrectly replaced. Changing batteries If your Gateway notebook. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration...
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... that may be using the wireless device in, is allowed in the 2.4 GHz (i.e. 802.11b/g LAN & Bluetooth), 5.2 GHz (i.e. 802.11a LAN), and traditional cellular or PCS cellular bands (i.e. www.gateway.com 119 Cellular data modem). Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for requirements... levels, care should be allowed. The wireless devices in your local Radio Approval agency for specific countries are listed in the countries identified by Gateway. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by the Radio Approval Marks...
... that may be using the wireless device in, is allowed in the 2.4 GHz (i.e. 802.11b/g LAN & Bluetooth), 5.2 GHz (i.e. 802.11a LAN), and traditional cellular or PCS cellular bands (i.e. www.gateway.com 119 Cellular data modem). Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for requirements... levels, care should be allowed. The wireless devices in your local Radio Approval agency for specific countries are listed in the countries identified by Gateway. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by the Radio Approval Marks...
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... 53 IEEE 1394 port 12, 75 directional keys 30 display properties 47 switching 31 troubleshooting 95 docking port 14, 74 docking release latch 74 documentation Gateway Web site 3 help 5 Help and Support 5 online help 7 Using Your Computer 7 double-clicking 35 dragging 36 drivers updating 3 drives DVD 12,... touchpad F fan 11 faxes troubleshooting 105 files opening 35 troubleshooting 99 finding Help and Support topics 6 specifications 17 Firewire port 12, 75 Fn key 30, 31 folders opening 35 function keys 30 G Gateway model number 15, 16 serial number 16, 17 Support 17 Web address 3 Web site 3 www...
... 53 IEEE 1394 port 12, 75 directional keys 30 display properties 47 switching 31 troubleshooting 95 docking port 14, 74 docking release latch 74 documentation Gateway Web site 3 help 5 Help and Support 5 online help 7 Using Your Computer 7 double-clicking 35 dragging 36 drivers updating 3 drives DVD 12,... touchpad F fan 11 faxes troubleshooting 105 files opening 35 troubleshooting 99 finding Help and Support topics 6 specifications 17 Firewire port 12, 75 Fn key 30, 31 folders opening 35 function keys 30 G Gateway model number 15, 16 serial number 16, 17 Support 17 Web address 3 Web site 3 www...
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...See memory sound adjusting 33, 37 controls 37 muting 32, 37 troubleshooting 111 speakers built-in 10 jack 10, 75 specifications 17 Standby mode 26, 31, 62 system key 31 starting notebook 25 programs 35 static electricity 64 status indicators battery charge...56 Caps Lock 28 drive activity 28 hard drive 28 location 16 numeric keypad 28 Pad Lock 28 power 10 Support getting specifications 17 using 3 surge protector 22 Suspend 31 S-Video (TV) out jack 11, 49, 75 system identification label 15, ...dragging screen objects 36 locating 16 moving pointer 34, 35 moving screen objects 36 www.gateway.com 135
...See memory sound adjusting 33, 37 controls 37 muting 32, 37 troubleshooting 111 speakers built-in 10 jack 10, 75 specifications 17 Standby mode 26, 31, 62 system key 31 starting notebook 25 programs 35 static electricity 64 status indicators battery charge...56 Caps Lock 28 drive activity 28 hard drive 28 location 16 numeric keypad 28 Pad Lock 28 power 10 Support getting specifications 17 using 3 surge protector 22 Suspend 31 S-Video (TV) out jack 11, 49, 75 system identification label 15, ...dragging screen objects 36 locating 16 moving pointer 34, 35 moving screen objects 36 www.gateway.com 135