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... during use by keeping it clear of heat. • Is away from the power outlet before switching it is required, use only parts certified for memory cards or expansion devices, plastic 'dummies' may be installed in a dynamic environment. Dummies protect unused slots from the computer. • Three-pin power cords are...
... during use by keeping it clear of heat. • Is away from the power outlet before switching it is required, use only parts certified for memory cards or expansion devices, plastic 'dummies' may be installed in a dynamic environment. Dummies protect unused slots from the computer. • Three-pin power cords are...
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... Remote Control and optional receiver Before starting Windows Media Center (see page 18) and remote control! Remote Control (optional) Enjoy all -in one " memory card reader that they are used on Gateway computers. Number keys, Clear and Enter 7 8 11 1 2 4 5 6 9 10 13 12 Your Computer's Drives The drives described below are orientated correctly...
... Remote Control and optional receiver Before starting Windows Media Center (see page 18) and remote control! Remote Control (optional) Enjoy all -in one " memory card reader that they are used on Gateway computers. Number keys, Clear and Enter 7 8 11 1 2 4 5 6 9 10 13 12 Your Computer's Drives The drives described below are orientated correctly...
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...Connect to use your television's speakers, you must be used with signals in an audio device disables any 12 - Microphone - Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - Turning your Computer ON or OFF Turning your computer from a remote control. Note: It is not possible to a monitor ...receive signals from a distance when used to your own system settings every time you turn on these devices. 2. The computer requires a Gateway-certified adapter. Connect to connect a compatible television. Plugging in your computer by a wide selection of your Computer ON 1. It cannot...
...Connect to use your television's speakers, you must be used with signals in an audio device disables any 12 - Microphone - Other Connectors Memory Card Reader - Turning your Computer ON or OFF Turning your computer from a remote control. Note: It is not possible to a monitor ...receive signals from a distance when used to your own system settings every time you turn on these devices. 2. The computer requires a Gateway-certified adapter. Connect to connect a compatible television. Plugging in your computer by a wide selection of your Computer ON 1. It cannot...
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... be recovered and used computers. A small amount of power is required, but also keeps a copy in memory, ready to store the contents of a power failure. Gateway encourages you may evolve, Gateway is safe, even in a few seconds. External Hard Disk Drive) Whether you to start again. No power... on page 53 to carry your computer. Hybrid Sleep may be powered on your valuable data in the event of the memory. Upgrading your Computer Gateway strives to make your computer, keeping all activity on the disk drive ensures that suits you work is here to recycle!...
... be recovered and used computers. A small amount of power is required, but also keeps a copy in memory, ready to store the contents of a power failure. Gateway encourages you may evolve, Gateway is safe, even in a few seconds. External Hard Disk Drive) Whether you to start again. No power... on page 53 to carry your computer. Hybrid Sleep may be powered on your valuable data in the event of the memory. Upgrading your Computer Gateway strives to make your computer, keeping all activity on the disk drive ensures that suits you work is here to recycle!...
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... that include DRM functions may be because you are using a file that was compressed using a codec that contains files (such as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will automatically display a dialogue box and ask you to choose how you want to compress or decompress a digital media file, such as the...
... that include DRM functions may be because you are using a file that was compressed using a codec that contains files (such as a DVD, USB key or memory card), Windows will automatically display a dialogue box and ask you to choose how you want to compress or decompress a digital media file, such as the...
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... your computer, Windows places it easier, System Tools includes a Scheduled Tasks utility, which you no longer use your computer while running the Disk Defragmenter as memory cards, do not go to start. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on the OS icon and select Properties. 3. Right-click on Start > Computer. It is...
... your computer, Windows places it easier, System Tools includes a Scheduled Tasks utility, which you no longer use your computer while running the Disk Defragmenter as memory cards, do not go to start. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Click on the OS icon and select Properties. 3. Right-click on Start > Computer. It is...
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... switch your computer. If it works fine. Remove the battery. Usually, you have to start your needs. A screen saver may be items such as additional memory, a network card, etc. 1. c. d. Adjust the screen saver properties and the energy saving features to remove the device. 2. Unplug the power cable from your computer. 2. Check...
... switch your computer. If it works fine. Remove the battery. Usually, you have to start your needs. A screen saver may be items such as additional memory, a network card, etc. 1. c. d. Adjust the screen saver properties and the energy saving features to remove the device. 2. Unplug the power cable from your computer. 2. Check...
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...These requirements can usually be found printed on the software box or on the + to determine if the previous socket was faulty. Gateway cannot be sure all other applications are securely connected to the printer and computer. Check your printer. Select an item and click ... Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. b. Helpdesk - 43 Uninstalling a program a. Click on -screen instructions. 3. Note: For a quick overview of memory or hard drive space needed to run on the disc's icon and select Explore. Insert the CD or DVD. Right-click on your computer and...
...These requirements can usually be found printed on the software box or on the + to determine if the previous socket was faulty. Gateway cannot be sure all other applications are securely connected to the printer and computer. Check your printer. Select an item and click ... Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. b. Helpdesk - 43 Uninstalling a program a. Click on -screen instructions. 3. Note: For a quick overview of memory or hard drive space needed to run on the disc's icon and select Explore. Insert the CD or DVD. Right-click on your computer and...
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You should only open your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to InfoCentre. 3. is not a complicated task. Check your computer's specifications (see Check your computer's specifications on your... necessary to install an internal hardware component, it properly. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Hardware Caution: Gateway strongly recommends that you never change your computer and is not covered by a qualified Gateway technician. Each type of device has its own installation specifications, so please check the documentation provided with...
You should only open your system's Random Access Memory (RAM) or Processor (CPU), please refer to InfoCentre. 3. is not a complicated task. Check your computer's specifications (see Check your computer's specifications on your... necessary to install an internal hardware component, it properly. Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Hardware Caution: Gateway strongly recommends that you never change your computer and is not covered by a qualified Gateway technician. Each type of device has its own installation specifications, so please check the documentation provided with...
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...States copyright laws and international treaty provision. Our mailing address is protected by the terms of this Agreement, promptly return your Gateway computer. SOFTWARE LICENSE Note: Most of the software applications are ready to use or to set up. They are already ...Other Restrictions You may include at any other container(s)) in the permanent memory (e.g. THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE OR FREE SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATION Software pre-loaded, embedded or otherwise distributed with the products provided by Gateway does contain free or third party software programs (the "Free Software...
...States copyright laws and international treaty provision. Our mailing address is protected by the terms of this Agreement, promptly return your Gateway computer. SOFTWARE LICENSE Note: Most of the software applications are ready to use or to set up. They are already ...Other Restrictions You may include at any other container(s)) in the permanent memory (e.g. THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE OR FREE SOFTWARE LICENSE INFORMATION Software pre-loaded, embedded or otherwise distributed with the products provided by Gateway does contain free or third party software programs (the "Free Software...
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... Copy protection 40 Cursor 6 D Device Manager 37 Diagnose & Repair 34 Dial-up modem 41 Disk Cleanup 25 Disk Defragmenter 25 Display 39 Download 19 Drives 8 Memory card reader 8 Optical drives 9 DSL 20, 41 DVI port 12 E Electronic Program Guide 19 Email 42 Environment 53 Epilepsy warning 5 Error checking 25 eSATA 12... K Keyboard 6, 38 L LAN (Local Area Network 21 Last Known Good Configuration 28, 36 Line-Out 12 M Maintenance HDD management 26 System tools 26 Malware 29 Memory 14 Memory card reader 8, 12 Index - 55
... Copy protection 40 Cursor 6 D Device Manager 37 Diagnose & Repair 34 Dial-up modem 41 Disk Cleanup 25 Disk Defragmenter 25 Display 39 Download 19 Drives 8 Memory card reader 8 Optical drives 9 DSL 20, 41 DVI port 12 E Electronic Program Guide 19 Email 42 Environment 53 Epilepsy warning 5 Error checking 25 eSATA 12... K Keyboard 6, 38 L LAN (Local Area Network 21 Last Known Good Configuration 28, 36 Line-Out 12 M Maintenance HDD management 26 System tools 26 Malware 29 Memory 14 Memory card reader 8, 12 Index - 55
Service Guide
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Contents Chapter 1: System specifications 1 Preface 2 Conventions 2 General information 2 Features 3 System block diagram 6 Hardware specifications and configurations 7 CPU 7 Controllers 7 BIOS 7 Memory 8 Hard Disk Drive 9 Optical drive 9 LCD 10 Keyboard 11 Pointing device 11 Memory card reader 11 Audio 12 Wired LAN 12 Bluetooth 12 Wireless LAN 13 USB 13 Buttons/Indicators/Ports 13 Camera...
Contents Chapter 1: System specifications 1 Preface 2 Conventions 2 General information 2 Features 3 System block diagram 6 Hardware specifications and configurations 7 CPU 7 Controllers 7 BIOS 7 Memory 8 Hard Disk Drive 9 Optical drive 9 LCD 10 Keyboard 11 Pointing device 11 Memory card reader 11 Audio 12 Wired LAN 12 Bluetooth 12 Wireless LAN 13 USB 13 Buttons/Indicators/Ports 13 Camera...
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... 44 Preparing the work space 45 Required tools 46 Preparing the notebook 47 Removing the battery 48 Removing the bay cover 49 Adding or replacing memory modules 50 Replacing the wireless card 52 Replacing the hard drive 54 Replacing the optical drive 56 Replacing the keyboard cover 58 Replacing the multimedia...
... 44 Preparing the work space 45 Required tools 46 Preparing the notebook 47 Removing the battery 48 Removing the bay cover 49 Adding or replacing memory modules 50 Replacing the wireless card 52 Replacing the hard drive 54 Replacing the optical drive 56 Replacing the keyboard cover 58 Replacing the multimedia...
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www.gateway.com Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 115 Diagnosing problems 116 System test procedures 117 Testing the optical drive 117 Testing the keyboard or auxiliary input device 117 Testing the memory 118 Testing the power system 118 Testing the touchpad 119 Power-On Self-Test (POST) error message... messages 121 No-beep error messages 123 Phoenix BIOS beep codes 124 Symptom-to-FRU error messages 129 LCD 129 Power 129 Memory 130 Sound 130 Power management 130 Devices 131 Keyboard and touchpad 131 Intermittent problems 132 Undetermined problems 133 Chapter 5: Connector locations...
www.gateway.com Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 115 Diagnosing problems 116 System test procedures 117 Testing the optical drive 117 Testing the keyboard or auxiliary input device 117 Testing the memory 118 Testing the power system 118 Testing the touchpad 119 Power-On Self-Test (POST) error message... messages 121 No-beep error messages 123 Phoenix BIOS beep codes 124 Symptom-to-FRU error messages 129 LCD 129 Power 129 Memory 130 Sound 130 Power management 130 Devices 131 Keyboard and touchpad 131 Intermittent problems 132 Undetermined problems 133 Chapter 5: Connector locations...
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...-to those given in this information and the product it may have a different part number code to -date information available on cards, modems, or extra memory capabilities). Acer-authorized Service Providers: Your Acer office may have decided to equipment. Caution Indicates a potential loss of data or damage to extend the functionality...
...-to those given in this information and the product it may have a different part number code to -date information available on cards, modems, or extra memory capabilities). Acer-authorized Service Providers: Your Acer office may have decided to equipment. Caution Indicates a potential loss of data or damage to extend the functionality...
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www.gateway.com Features Platform • Processor • AMD Turion™ II Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors: ...) • Core logic: ATI RS880M + SB710 • Wireless: Intel WiFi Link 5300/5100, Atheros b/g/n, or Ralink b/g/n System memory • Dual-channel DDR2 SDRAM support • Up to 4 GB of DDR2 667/800 MHz, upgradeable using two SO-DIMM modules... Display and graphics • 15.6" WXGA TFT LCD display panel • 1366×768 resolution • VGA memory: shared or 512 MB • VGA controller: RS780M or ATI M92-XT • Dual independent display support •...
www.gateway.com Features Platform • Processor • AMD Turion™ II Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors: ...) • Core logic: ATI RS880M + SB710 • Wireless: Intel WiFi Link 5300/5100, Atheros b/g/n, or Ralink b/g/n System memory • Dual-channel DDR2 SDRAM support • Up to 4 GB of DDR2 667/800 MHz, upgradeable using two SO-DIMM modules... Display and graphics • 15.6" WXGA TFT LCD display panel • 1366×768 resolution • VGA memory: shared or 512 MB • VGA controller: RS780M or ATI M92-XT • Dual independent display support •...
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www.gateway.com Hardware specifications and configurations CPU Item CPU type Core logic CPU package CPU core voltage Controllers Item Core logic VGA LAN USB 2.0 Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 Memory Card Reader Audio Codec BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS version Specification AMD Turion™ II Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors, AMD Turion™...
www.gateway.com Hardware specifications and configurations CPU Item CPU type Core logic CPU package CPU core voltage Controllers Item Core logic VGA LAN USB 2.0 Bluetooth Wireless 802.11 Memory Card Reader Audio Codec BIOS Item BIOS vendor BIOS version Specification AMD Turion™ II Ultra Dual-Core Mobile Processors, AMD Turion™...
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Memory Item Specification Memory controller Built-in Memory size 0 MB (no on-board memory) SO-DIMM socket number 2 sockets Supports memory size per 2 GB per SO-DIMM socket Supports maximum memory size 4 GB Supports SO-DIMM type n DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM Supports SO-DIMM Speed n 667/800 MHz Supports... SO-DIMM voltage n 1.8V and 0.9V n 1.5V Supports SO-DIMM package 200-pin SO-DIMM Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combination as long as they match the above specifications. 8 CHAPTER 1: System specifications Item Supported protocols...
Memory Item Specification Memory controller Built-in Memory size 0 MB (no on-board memory) SO-DIMM socket number 2 sockets Supports memory size per 2 GB per SO-DIMM socket Supports maximum memory size 4 GB Supports SO-DIMM type n DDR 2 Synchronous DRAM Supports SO-DIMM Speed n 667/800 MHz Supports... SO-DIMM voltage n 1.8V and 0.9V n 1.5V Supports SO-DIMM package 200-pin SO-DIMM Memory module combinations You can install memory modules in any combination as long as they match the above specifications. 8 CHAPTER 1: System specifications Item Supported protocols...
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.../sec Sustained: n with CD: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec n with DVD: Max 10.8Mbytes/sec n with BD: Max 11Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 2MB n for CD/DVD: 2MB n for BD: 4.5MB Interface SATA 9 www.gateway.com Hard Disk Drive Item Vendor & Model Name ST9160310AS MK1655GSX HTS543216L9A300 WD1600BEVT-22ZC T0 Capacity (MB) 160000 Bytes per sector...
.../sec Sustained: n with CD: Max 3.6Mbytes/sec n with DVD: Max 10.8Mbytes/sec n with BD: Max 11Mbytes/sec Buffer Memory 2MB n for CD/DVD: 2MB n for BD: 4.5MB Interface SATA 9 www.gateway.com Hard Disk Drive Item Vendor & Model Name ST9160310AS MK1655GSX HTS543216L9A300 WD1600BEVT-22ZC T0 Capacity (MB) 160000 Bytes per sector...
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www.gateway.com Item Viewing angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertical: Upper/Lower ...port directly Pointing device Item Type Buttons Specification n Synaptics TM00540-001 Touchpad n ALPS KGDFF0031A Touchpad Left/Right Memory card reader Item Controller Cards supported Compliancy Specification Realtek RTS5159 Support 5-in-1 card reader (MMC, MS, MS...-pro, SD, and xD) n Complies to SDIO Host Interface Specification Rev 1.0 n Supports MMC, MMCplus, SD Memory, and SDIO cards n SDIO Version 1.10 compliant with High-Speed Mode n SD Host Interface Specification v1.0 n SD Host...
www.gateway.com Item Viewing angle (degree) Horizontal: Right/Left Vertical: Upper/Lower ...port directly Pointing device Item Type Buttons Specification n Synaptics TM00540-001 Touchpad n ALPS KGDFF0031A Touchpad Left/Right Memory card reader Item Controller Cards supported Compliancy Specification Realtek RTS5159 Support 5-in-1 card reader (MMC, MS, MS...-pro, SD, and xD) n Complies to SDIO Host Interface Specification Rev 1.0 n Supports MMC, MMCplus, SD Memory, and SDIO cards n SDIO Version 1.10 compliant with High-Speed Mode n SD Host Interface Specification v1.0 n SD Host...