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...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 Left 6 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard...16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your computer desk and chair . . . . . 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 18 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source problems 20 Connecting ...
...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 Left 6 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard...16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your computer desk and chair . . . . . 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 18 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source problems 20 Connecting ...
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...gateway.com Changing notebook power settings 62 Changing the power plan 62 Changing advanced settings 64 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . 67 Packing your notebook 68 Traveling by air 68 Dial-up modem 68 Radio frequency wireless connections 69 Security 70 Power 71 Additional tips 72 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . 73 Caring for your notebook... 74 Cleaning your notebook 74 Cleaning the exterior 75 Cleaning the keyboard 75 Cleaning the notebook screen 76 Maintaining the battery 76 ...
...gateway.com Changing notebook power settings 62 Changing the power plan 62 Changing advanced settings 64 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . 67 Packing your notebook 68 Traveling by air 68 Dial-up modem 68 Radio frequency wireless connections 69 Security 70 Power 71 Additional tips 72 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . 73 Caring for your notebook... 74 Cleaning your notebook 74 Cleaning the exterior 75 Cleaning the keyboard 75 Cleaning the notebook screen 76 Maintaining the battery 76 ...
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..., easy-to your model of Gateway notebook. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide...: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files ...
..., easy-to your model of Gateway notebook. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide...: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files ...
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... for informational purposes only. 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. For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your...
... for informational purposes only. 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. For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your...
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...Microphone USB port jack jack port Memory card reader 6 Caution: Provide adequate space around your lap. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into these slots are not... obstructed. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Front Ventilation fan Component Icon Ventilation fan Description Helps cool internal components. Do not use the notebook on your notebook so air vents are blocked, your skin.
...Microphone USB port jack jack port Memory card reader 6 Caution: Provide adequate space around your lap. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into these slots are not... obstructed. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Front Ventilation fan Component Icon Ventilation fan Description Helps cool internal components. Do not use the notebook on your notebook so air vents are blocked, your skin.
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...headphones into this slot. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 50. www.gateway.com Component Kensington™ lock slot Power connector Ethernet jack Monitor port HDMI out jack USB port Microphone jack Icon HDMI Description Secure your... notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to a broadband modem or network" on page 20. The memory card reader ...
...headphones into this slot. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 50. www.gateway.com Component Kensington™ lock slot Power connector Ethernet jack Monitor port HDMI out jack USB port Microphone jack Icon HDMI Description Secure your... notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to a broadband modem or network" on page 20. The memory card reader ...
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To determine the type of drive in "Identifying drive types" on page 21. Press to those listed in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to turn the power on or off. Plug a dial-up modem" on page 44. For ... the optional dial-up modem cable into this optional jack. For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 64. 8 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Right USB port Component Icon USB port DVD drive Modem jack Power button DVD drive Modem Power jack button Description Plug a USB device (such as...
To determine the type of drive in "Identifying drive types" on page 21. Press to those listed in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to turn the power on or off. Plug a dial-up modem" on page 44. For ... the optional dial-up modem cable into this optional jack. For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 64. 8 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Right USB port Component Icon USB port DVD drive Modem jack Power button DVD drive Modem Power jack button Description Plug a USB device (such as...
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If the air vents are blocked, your notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. If these slots. Back www.gateway.com Ventilation fan Component Icon Ventilation fan Description Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. 9 Caution: Do not block or insert...
If the air vents are blocked, your notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. If these slots. Back www.gateway.com Ventilation fan Component Icon Ventilation fan Description Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. 9 Caution: Do not block or insert...
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Memory modules are located in this bay. 10 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch Ventilation slots and cooling fan Hard drive bay Component Icon Battery Battery lock Battery latch Memory bay Memory/ Hard drive bay Description Provides power when the notebook is not plugged into AC power. Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 57. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 57. Slide to release the battery.
Memory modules are located in this bay. 10 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch Ventilation slots and cooling fan Hard drive bay Component Icon Battery Battery lock Battery latch Memory bay Memory/ Hard drive bay Description Provides power when the notebook is not plugged into AC power. Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 57. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 57. Slide to release the battery.
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.... Caution: Provide adequate space around your skin. www.gateway.com Component Icon Hard drive bay Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description The hard drive is located in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Keyboard area Keyboard ... Capacitive touch keys Power/Battery Touchpad indicators 11 If the air vents are blocked, your notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Caution: Do not ...
.... Caution: Provide adequate space around your skin. www.gateway.com Component Icon Hard drive bay Ventilation slots and cooling fan Description The hard drive is located in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Keyboard area Keyboard ... Capacitive touch keys Power/Battery Touchpad indicators 11 If the air vents are blocked, your notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Caution: Do not ...
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...indicator ❥ LED on page 26. Battery is fully charged. ❥ LED blinking orange - Battery charge indicator ❥ LED orange - Notebook is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. Battery is charging. ❥ LED blinking red .... Battery is very low. ❥ LED solid red - Touchpad Provides all the features of a mouse. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Description Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 34. ...
...indicator ❥ LED on page 26. Battery is fully charged. ❥ LED blinking orange - Battery charge indicator ❥ LED orange - Notebook is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. Battery is charging. ❥ LED blinking red .... Battery is very low. ❥ LED solid red - Touchpad Provides all the features of a mouse. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Description Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 34. ...
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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 (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the capacitive touch keys • Using the webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume 15
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 (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the capacitive touch keys • Using the webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume 15
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...risk of burns to your line of fire and personal injury. Do not use a laptop desk to your notebook, and fire danger. Warning Do not use your notebook while it is perpendicular to your legs. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on your unprotected lap. Instead...the ventilation openings on a soft surface, such as your lap, a blanket, carpet, or a sofa. Notebook operating temperatures can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your notebook in your notebook on any soft, conforming surface, such as your lap, a blanket, carpet, or a sofa. CHAPTER ...
...risk of burns to your line of fire and personal injury. Do not use a laptop desk to your notebook, and fire danger. Warning Do not use your notebook while it is perpendicular to your legs. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on your unprotected lap. Instead...the ventilation openings on a soft surface, such as your lap, a blanket, carpet, or a sofa. Notebook operating temperatures can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your notebook in your notebook on any soft, conforming surface, such as your lap, a blanket, carpet, or a sofa. CHAPTER ...
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...an adjustable chair that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is at your notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. This position lets your shoulders relax while you work. • Take breaks to stand and ... If you type. • Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Make sure that the desk is no higher than eye level. www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes on your screen for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands ...
...an adjustable chair that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is at your notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. This position lets your shoulders relax while you work. • Take breaks to stand and ... If you type. • Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Make sure that the desk is no higher than eye level. www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes on your screen for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands ...
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...AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you partially charged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or ...death. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook's battery. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to be damaged. The battery was shipped to you...
...AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you partially charged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or ...death. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook's battery. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to be damaged. The battery was shipped to you...
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... indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 19 www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter... to your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to the AC adapter. • Plug the power ...
... indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 19 www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter... to your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to the AC adapter. • Plug the power ...
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...protector and the modem. Warning High voltages can enter your notebook connected to a broadband modem or network Your notebook has a network jack that you can increase to a wired Ethernet network. 20 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. If you have...CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started 4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. To protect your notebook and avoid electrical shock, use a surge protector that has a modem jack...
...protector and the modem. Warning High voltages can enter your notebook connected to a broadband modem or network Your notebook has a network jack that you can increase to a wired Ethernet network. 20 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. If you have...CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started 4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. To protect your notebook and avoid electrical shock, use a surge protector that has a modem jack...
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... notebook may have a built-in 56K modem that the plug locks into the jack. 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into the network jack on your dialup modem connection. 21 Warning To reduce the risk of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network jack. www.gateway....com To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of fire, use to connect to make sure that you can use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for your notebook...
... notebook may have a built-in 56K modem that the plug locks into the jack. 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into the network jack on your dialup modem connection. 21 Warning To reduce the risk of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network jack. www.gateway....com To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of fire, use to connect to make sure that you can use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for your notebook...
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Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 22 CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To connect the optional modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on your notebook. 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack.
Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 22 CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To connect the optional modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on your notebook. 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack.