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... are used to the the supplied AC adapter. TV Tuner - Lets you attach the computer to store and transfer data by pressing the main power button on these devices. 2. Other Features Remote Control Receiver - Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Note: It is not possible to communicate with a compatible... TV tuner ports, use a PC Card device in your computer by a wide selection of your computer (see page 8). The computer requires a Gateway-certified adapter. The remote control receiver (Commercial IR) allows you to an aerial. Caution: The sensor is not an 'full' IR port and...
... are used to the the supplied AC adapter. TV Tuner - Lets you attach the computer to store and transfer data by pressing the main power button on these devices. 2. Other Features Remote Control Receiver - Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Note: It is not possible to communicate with a compatible... TV tuner ports, use a PC Card device in your computer by a wide selection of your computer (see page 8). The computer requires a Gateway-certified adapter. The remote control receiver (Commercial IR) allows you to an aerial. Caution: The sensor is not an 'full' IR port and...
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.... Turning your Computer OFF Make sure all of the LEDs turn off . Warning: If your computer still does not respond, press the computer power button to end and click on your computer. Forced Shutdown If your computer off your computer. Turning off your computer will ensure that you turn off... mode without going to start. 2 1 Once the computer has shut down, switch OFF all your computer will use as little power as a printer or monitor) if they have a power button. Sleep mode Click on the Applications tab, select the task that a data is saved and it will take longer to the...
.... Turning your Computer OFF Make sure all of the LEDs turn off . Warning: If your computer still does not respond, press the computer power button to end and click on your computer. Forced Shutdown If your computer off your computer. Turning off your computer will ensure that you turn off... mode without going to start. 2 1 Once the computer has shut down, switch OFF all your computer will use as little power as a printer or monitor) if they have a power button. Sleep mode Click on the Applications tab, select the task that a data is saved and it will take longer to the...
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...computer. 2. This troubleshooting guide will be used to solve other computer issues. If the computer is in Sleep mode, press the power button. If the computer is in power saving mode, press a key on the screen Your computer is not stable (page 37) The screen displays applications, but they... Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Also remember to read the following. Nothing displays on the screen (page 34) The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays (page 36) The screen freezes when the Windows logo displays (page 36) The Windows desktop displays, but the operating system ...
...computer. 2. This troubleshooting guide will be used to solve other computer issues. If the computer is in Sleep mode, press the power button. If the computer is in power saving mode, press a key on the screen Your computer is not stable (page 37) The screen displays applications, but they... Quick Start & Troubleshooting Guide Also remember to read the following. Nothing displays on the screen (page 34) The screen freezes when the Gateway logo displays (page 36) The screen freezes when the Windows logo displays (page 36) The Windows desktop displays, but the operating system ...
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... hardware Internal hardware could be active. 1. Try to restart your computer and check if it , put the battery back, connect the power cable again and press the power button to unlock it at least 15 minutes. 4. b. Removing the battery 1. Usually, you wish to switch your computer. Helpdesk - 35...Select Personalize from starting in some situations. d. Close all external devices from the wall socket, remove the battery and keep the power button pressed for at the bottom of Windows. c. If it does not, please contact the Customer Contact Center. Connect the AC adapter...
... hardware Internal hardware could be active. 1. Try to restart your computer and check if it , put the battery back, connect the power cable again and press the power button to unlock it at least 15 minutes. 4. b. Removing the battery 1. Usually, you wish to switch your computer. Helpdesk - 35...Select Personalize from starting in some situations. d. Close all external devices from the wall socket, remove the battery and keep the power button pressed for at the bottom of Windows. c. If it does not, please contact the Customer Contact Center. Connect the AC adapter...
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... Mouse. b. d. Adjust the volume controls (either on your screen's proximity to sources such as possible from other monitors, refrigerators, large stereo speakers, power adapters, halogen lighting with an Fn key combination) or on the computer). 2. b. If you cannot see thin lines scrolling down the screen, flickering ...My touchpad does not work all the keys of your computer off to display it (to ensure that no Sound 1. The Touchpad Lock button toggles the touchpad on or off and restart it. Switch your keyboard to access the properties and modify how the touchpad acts. This...
... Mouse. b. d. Adjust the volume controls (either on your screen's proximity to sources such as possible from other monitors, refrigerators, large stereo speakers, power adapters, halogen lighting with an Fn key combination) or on the computer). 2. b. If you cannot see thin lines scrolling down the screen, flickering ...My touchpad does not work all the keys of your computer off to display it (to ensure that no Sound 1. The Touchpad Lock button toggles the touchpad on or off and restart it. Switch your keyboard to access the properties and modify how the touchpad acts. This...
Gateway NV78 Series User's Reference Guide - English
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... see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this port. Insert CDs or DVDs into this optional jack. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 64. 8 Press to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on or off. You can ...also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. Plug a dial-up modem" on page 21. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 44. CHAPTER 2: Checking...
... see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this port. Insert CDs or DVDs into this optional jack. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 64. 8 Press to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on or off. You can ...also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. Plug a dial-up modem" on page 21. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 44. CHAPTER 2: Checking...
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...see "Using the status indicators" on - Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Power indicator ❥ LED on page 26. Capacitive touch keys Press to AC power or the battery charge is off - Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep.... Notebook is used. For more information, see "Using the capacitive touch keys" on page 31. Notebook is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is on page 27. Notebook is very low. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon ...
...see "Using the status indicators" on - Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Power indicator ❥ LED on page 26. Capacitive touch keys Press to AC power or the battery charge is off - Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep.... Notebook is used. For more information, see "Using the capacitive touch keys" on page 31. Notebook is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is on page 27. Notebook is very low. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon ...
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Do not use the notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 64. 3 If you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to... hot enough to create your skin. Caution Provide adequate space around your lap. www.gateway.com Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. To start your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
Do not use the notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 64. 3 If you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to... hot enough to create your skin. Caution Provide adequate space around your lap. www.gateway.com Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. To start your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
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...in your notebook from a Sleep state is much faster than turning on page 60. Turning off . While in Sleep mode, press the power button to Sleep mode. Waking your notebook from Hibernate mode, however, the programs that menu, you wake your online User Guide. When you can... . Tip For more information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral device" on using Windows, see "Changing power modes" on your notebook after it has been turned completely off your notebook Putting your notebook completely off, it turns off . Sleep mode...
...in your notebook from a Sleep state is much faster than turning on page 60. Turning off . While in Sleep mode, press the power button to Sleep mode. Waking your notebook from Hibernate mode, however, the programs that menu, you wake your online User Guide. When you can... . Tip For more information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral device" on using Windows, see "Changing power modes" on your notebook after it has been turned completely off your notebook Putting your notebook completely off, it turns off . Sleep mode...
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The notebook turns off your notebook, press and hold the power button for some reason you cannot use the Shut Down option in ... release it. To close programs that is not responding. 4 Click End Task. 5 Click X in Windows to save power. -OR- Tip You can change the Sleep mode from the standard Sleep mode (default) to the lock icon, then...Sleep mode, see "Changing power modes" on your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. 2 Click Start Task Manager. The notebook saves your session and shuts down to the lock icon, then click Hibernate. www.gateway.com To put your notebook ...
The notebook turns off your notebook, press and hold the power button for some reason you cannot use the Shut Down option in ... release it. To close programs that is not responding. 4 Click End Task. 5 Click X in Windows to save power. -OR- Tip You can change the Sleep mode from the standard Sleep mode (default) to the lock icon, then...Sleep mode, see "Changing power modes" on your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. 2 Click Start Task Manager. The notebook saves your session and shuts down to the lock icon, then click Hibernate. www.gateway.com To put your notebook ...
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... status indicators are on again. Bluetooth Num lock Battery HDD Caps lock Power Indicator Icon Bluetooth Hard drive Num lock Description ❥ LED on . ❥ LED off - The drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. Num lock is... restart your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until the notebook turns off . 26 Press and hold the power button for more than 10 seconds. Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the screen. Bluetooth communication is...
... status indicators are on again. Bluetooth Num lock Battery HDD Caps lock Power Indicator Icon Bluetooth Hard drive Num lock Description ❥ LED on . ❥ LED off - The drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. Num lock is... restart your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until the notebook turns off . 26 Press and hold the power button for more than 10 seconds. Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the screen. Bluetooth communication is...
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...Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on or off. Turn the capacitive touch key LEDs on commercial aircraft. Press the power button to restore the sound. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off . Important: The wireless network switch must be in... see "Adjusting the volume" on page 37. 29 Press the key F7 combination again to leave Sleep mode. Mute the sound. www.gateway.com System key combinations When you press the FN key and a system key at the same time, your notebook) ❥ Both displays ...
...Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on or off. Turn the capacitive touch key LEDs on commercial aircraft. Press the power button to restore the sound. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off . Important: The wireless network switch must be in... see "Adjusting the volume" on page 37. 29 Press the key F7 combination again to leave Sleep mode. Mute the sound. www.gateway.com System key combinations When you press the FN key and a system key at the same time, your notebook) ❥ Both displays ...
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...switch toggle volume volume (only for certain models) Programmable key-the programmable key will be switched to reduce overall power consumption. When you press the Gateway PowerSave key, the Windows graphics scheme will be changed to Windows Vista Basic, screen brightness reduced and the graphics... chip will run the Launch Manager, you can assign an application as you to create backup copies of your previous settings. (only for certain models) Button...
...switch toggle volume volume (only for certain models) Programmable key-the programmable key will be switched to reduce overall power consumption. When you press the Gateway PowerSave key, the Windows graphics scheme will be changed to Windows Vista Basic, screen brightness reduced and the graphics... chip will run the Launch Manager, you can assign an application as you to create backup copies of your previous settings. (only for certain models) Button...
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... your notebook. Use this plan if you want ...then is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver - Changing the power plan Power plans (groups of power settings) let you change the function of your notebook's power button, Sleep system key, and power-saving timers by selecting power plans and adjusting advanced power settings. to...
... your notebook. Use this plan if you want ...then is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver - Changing the power plan Power plans (groups of power settings) let you change the function of your notebook's power button, Sleep system key, and power-saving timers by selecting power plans and adjusting advanced power settings. to...
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...modify the currently selected power plan. To turn on the left side of the screen that you are not tied to the power button and Sleep system key. You can also select which power saving mode is activated when you assign different power saving modes to a power plan. The Change ...settings for the plan you want to change advanced power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs...
...modify the currently selected power plan. To turn on the left side of the screen that you are not tied to the power button and Sleep system key. You can also select which power saving mode is activated when you assign different power saving modes to a power plan. The Change ...settings for the plan you want to change advanced power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs...
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... retainers hold the disc in the tray. You may not be read by the drive. • Some music CDs have copy protection software. Press the power button. • The notebook may not be seated correctly in place. • Make sure that Mute controls are flawed and cannot be able to play these...
... retainers hold the disc in the tray. You may not be read by the drive. • Some music CDs have copy protection software. Press the power button. • The notebook may not be seated correctly in place. • Make sure that Mute controls are flawed and cannot be able to play these...
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... Printers. 4 Right-click the name of the printer you want to press. • Make sure that the power cable is online. Make sure that it in the printer setup. Press the button to put the printer online. • If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer...be the default printer, then click Set as Default Printer. • Reinstall the printer driver. Many printers have an online/offline button that you have an online/offline button that you may need to press so the printer can start printing. CHAPTER 8: Troubleshooting The printer will not print • ...
... Printers. 4 Right-click the name of the printer you want to press. • Make sure that the power cable is online. Make sure that it in the printer setup. Press the button to put the printer online. • If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer...be the default printer, then click Set as Default Printer. • Reinstall the printer driver. Many printers have an online/offline button that you have an online/offline button that you may need to press so the printer can start printing. CHAPTER 8: Troubleshooting The printer will not print • ...
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... headphone jack 7 Increase volume 36 microphone jack 7 muting 35, 38 next button 31 pause button 31 play button 31 stop button 31 troubleshooting 113 audio CD cleaning 77 inserting 45, 46 automobile power adapter 60 B battery alternate power sources 60 bay 57 calibrating 76 changing 57 charge indicator 27, 56 charge status 56 charging 18, 56...
... headphone jack 7 Increase volume 36 microphone jack 7 muting 35, 38 next button 31 pause button 31 play button 31 stop button 31 troubleshooting 113 audio CD cleaning 77 inserting 45, 46 automobile power adapter 60 B battery alternate power sources 60 bay 57 calibrating 76 changing 57 charge indicator 27, 56 charge status 56 charging 18, 56...
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Index supported 47 removing memory card 47 slots 47 troubleshooting memory card 101 CD cleaning 77 controlling playback 31, 35 eject button 45, 46 inserting 45, 46 manual eject hole 45, 46 CD drive See DVD drive cellular phone memory cards 47 ... drive 7, 8, 49 external speakers 7 flash drive 7, 8, 49 HDMI (TV) out 7 headphone 7 keyboard 7, 8 microphone 7 modem (dial-up) 8 monitor (VGA) 7, 51 mouse 7, 8 network 7 power 7, 18 printer 7, 8 projector 51 scanner 7, 8 speaker 7 television 50 USB 7, 8, 48 VGA 7, 51 wired Ethernet 20, 21 wired network 21 copyright notice 127 D default printer 112...
Index supported 47 removing memory card 47 slots 47 troubleshooting memory card 101 CD cleaning 77 controlling playback 31, 35 eject button 45, 46 inserting 45, 46 manual eject hole 45, 46 CD drive See DVD drive cellular phone memory cards 47 ... drive 7, 8, 49 external speakers 7 flash drive 7, 8, 49 HDMI (TV) out 7 headphone 7 keyboard 7, 8 microphone 7 modem (dial-up) 8 monitor (VGA) 7, 51 mouse 7, 8 network 7 power 7, 18 printer 7, 8 projector 51 scanner 7, 8 speaker 7 television 50 USB 7, 8, 48 VGA 7, 51 wired Ethernet 20, 21 wired network 21 copyright notice 127 D default printer 112...
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....gateway.com digital audio 48 digital camera memory card reader 7, 47 USB port 7, 8 digital video 48 directional keys 29 diskette troubleshooting 90 diskette drive troubleshooting 90 display brightness 37 switching 30 troubleshooting 91 display properties adjusting 52 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 34 dragging 34 drivers re-installing 78,... 44 DVD/CD-RW drive See DVD drive DVD±RW drive See DVD drive E eject button CD 45, 46 DVD 45, 46 eject hole CD 45, 46 DVD 45, 46 EmPower power adapter 60 ergonomics 16 Ethernet connecting wired 20 jack 7, 20 external monitor 7, 30 EZ Pad ...
....gateway.com digital audio 48 digital camera memory card reader 7, 47 USB port 7, 8 digital video 48 directional keys 29 diskette troubleshooting 90 diskette drive troubleshooting 90 display brightness 37 switching 30 troubleshooting 91 display properties adjusting 52 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 34 dragging 34 drivers re-installing 78,... 44 DVD/CD-RW drive See DVD drive DVD±RW drive See DVD drive E eject button CD 45, 46 DVD 45, 46 eject hole CD 45, 46 DVD 45, 46 EmPower power adapter 60 ergonomics 16 Ethernet connecting wired 20 jack 7, 20 external monitor 7, 30 EZ Pad ...