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www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you can 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 into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on your computers. 3 Plug one end of the...
www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer you can 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 into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on your computers. 3 Plug one end of the...
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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 ...
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... display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 23. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this slot. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 10 Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your...
... display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 23. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this slot. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 10 Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your...
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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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...the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook's battery. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to you ...be of the same type purchased from Gateway. The replacement cord must be damaged. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be recalibrated. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that you expect. ...
...the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook's battery. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to you ...be of the same type purchased from Gateway. The replacement cord must be damaged. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be recalibrated. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that you expect. ...
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For more information, see "Front" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protecting from your notebook, then plug it back in...
For more information, see "Front" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protecting from your notebook, then plug it back in...
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... to recalibrate your notebook does not have the Battery Auto Learning utility programmed into Sleep mode while you are using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook. 72 To recalibrate the battery using it but the battery charge is interrupted...Yes, then press ENTER. The entire process takes several hours. If recalibration is not low, you may need to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook starts and you see a startup screen, press F2. If your notebook unexpectedly goes into ...
... to recalibrate your notebook does not have the Battery Auto Learning utility programmed into Sleep mode while you are using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook. 72 To recalibrate the battery using it but the battery charge is interrupted...Yes, then press ENTER. The entire process takes several hours. If recalibration is not low, you may need to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook starts and you see a startup screen, press F2. If your notebook unexpectedly goes into ...
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...Recharge the battery often, take a single-plug surge protector. • If you do not use a power adapter. Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in airports, look for them next to support pillars, in large areas such as boarding gates,... DVDs to the hard drive so you will have access to get maximum power savings. Tip For more information, see "Traveling with your AC power adapter, also take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power • Select the Power saver power ...
...Recharge the battery often, take a single-plug surge protector. • If you do not use a power adapter. Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in airports, look for them next to support pillars, in large areas such as boarding gates,... DVDs to the hard drive so you will have access to get maximum power savings. Tip For more information, see "Traveling with your AC power adapter, also take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power • Select the Power saver power ...
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...in "Protecting your notebook" in your online User Guide. Additional tips • If you plan to use the most efficient power management settings. www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. 7 When you start your... a network cable if you need to connect to a network. Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your AC power adapter to room temperature before turning it on page 69. Power • Take your notebook has been exposed to cold temperatures, let it warm to...
...in "Protecting your notebook" in your online User Guide. Additional tips • If you plan to use the most efficient power management settings. www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. 7 When you start your... a network cable if you need to connect to a network. Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your AC power adapter to room temperature before turning it on page 69. Power • Take your notebook has been exposed to cold temperatures, let it warm to...
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..." on page 71. 103 www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 102. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network...
..." on page 71. 103 www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 102. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network...
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... on page 71. 107 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 93. 2 Back up , then remove the battery. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard drive. Hard drive...Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Management. For more hard drive capacity, you would like more information, see "Backing up files" in your online User Guide. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 102. 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and...
... on page 71. 107 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 93. 2 Back up , then remove the battery. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard drive. Hard drive...Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Management. For more hard drive capacity, you would like more information, see "Backing up files" in your online User Guide. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 102. 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and...
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... screws, then replace the battery before you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to the AC power adapter. • If you start your notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory... hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. • Make sure that you are damaged, if your notebook was dropped, or if the case was damaged...
... screws, then replace the battery before you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to the AC power adapter. • If you start your notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory... hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. • Make sure that you are damaged, if your notebook was dropped, or if the case was damaged...
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... batteries" on battery power • Check the power management settings. Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. 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. For more information about... instructions. Replace any damaged cables. www.gateway.com Passwords Your notebook does not accept your password Make sure that the surge protector is installed correctly. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Recharging the battery" on AC power • Make sure that the ...
... batteries" on battery power • Check the power management settings. Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. 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. For more information about... instructions. Replace any damaged cables. www.gateway.com Passwords Your notebook does not accept your password Make sure that the surge protector is installed correctly. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Recharging the battery" on AC power • Make sure that the ...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 20 connector 10 international adapters 74 accessories safety precautions 141 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 135 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 141 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 135 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 89 150 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...
... 91 case 89 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 150 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...
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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 indicator 6, 25 international adapter 85 management 69, 73 plans 76 Sleep mode 25, 31, 75 source problems 21
...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 indicator 6, 25 international adapter 85 management 69, 73 plans 76 Sleep mode 25, 31, 75 source problems 21
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... Reference Guide. CONTACT TECH SUPPORT To speak with an extra battery and fully charge batteries before traveling. • Use your AC power adapter whenever power is available. Product specifications subject to complete Windows setup. To access your online documentation, click (Start),... or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in place. To ensure a high level of Gateway, Inc. For general information about using your Gateway notebook, see your User Guide that has been included on your hard...
... Reference Guide. CONTACT TECH SUPPORT To speak with an extra battery and fully charge batteries before traveling. • Use your AC power adapter whenever power is available. Product specifications subject to complete Windows setup. To access your online documentation, click (Start),... or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in place. To ensure a high level of Gateway, Inc. For general information about using your Gateway notebook, see your User Guide that has been included on your hard...