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... Using the CD or DVD drive 42 Identifying drive types 42 Using a CD or DVD drive 43 Using the memory card reader 44 Memory card types 44 Inserting a memory card 44 Using a memory card 45 Removing a memory card 45 Adding and removing a PC Card or Express Card 45 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 48...
... Using the CD or DVD drive 42 Identifying drive types 42 Using a CD or DVD drive 43 Using the memory card reader 44 Memory card types 44 Inserting a memory card 44 Using a memory card 45 Removing a memory card 45 Adding and removing a PC Card or Express Card 45 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 48...
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www.gateway.com Maximizing battery performance 63 Conserving battery power 63 Using alternate power sources 64 Changing power modes 64 Changing notebook power settings 66 Changing the ... its factory condition 89 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD 90 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 93 Preventing static electricity discharge 94 Adding or replacing memory modules 95 Replacing the hard drive kit 100 iii
www.gateway.com Maximizing battery performance 63 Conserving battery power 63 Using alternate power sources 64 Changing power modes 64 Changing notebook power settings 66 Changing the ... its factory condition 89 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD 90 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 93 Preventing static electricity discharge 94 Adding or replacing memory modules 95 Replacing the hard drive kit 100 iii
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... Display 106 DVD drives 107 Ethernet 109 Express Cards 109 File management 110 Hard drive 110 Internet 111 Keyboard 112 Media Center 113 Memory 116 Memory card reader 116 Modem (cable or DSL 116 Modem (dial-up 117 Mouse 120 Networks (wired 121 Networks (wireless 122 Passwords 124... PC Cards 124 Power 125 Printer 125 Sound 127 Status indicators 127 Touchpad 127 Video 128 Telephone support 128 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 128 ...
... Display 106 DVD drives 107 Ethernet 109 Express Cards 109 File management 110 Hard drive 110 Internet 111 Keyboard 112 Media Center 113 Memory 116 Memory card reader 116 Modem (cable or DSL 116 Modem (dial-up 117 Mouse 120 Networks (wired 121 Networks (wireless 122 Passwords 124... PC Cards 124 Power 125 Printer 125 Sound 127 Status indicators 127 Touchpad 127 Video 128 Telephone support 128 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 128 ...
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...44. Insert one Type II PC Card or Type 54 Express Card into this optional 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards. For ...more information, see "Connecting the dial-up modem cable into the memory card reader. For more information, see "Adding and removing a PC Card or Express Card" on page 19. For more information, see ...
...44. Insert one Type II PC Card or Type 54 Express Card into this optional 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards. For ...more information, see "Connecting the dial-up modem cable into the memory card reader. For more information, see "Adding and removing a PC Card or Express Card" on page 19. For more information, see ...
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...information, see "Changing the battery" on page 100. Slide to unlock the battery. Includes the Customer Care contact information. Memory modules are located in this bay. Slide to release the battery. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch...: Hours: Model: S/No: Component Icon Hard drive bay Customer Care label Memory bay Battery latch Battery Battery lock Description The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 95. For more information, see "Adding or replacing...
...information, see "Changing the battery" on page 100. Slide to unlock the battery. Includes the Customer Care contact information. Memory modules are located in this bay. Slide to release the battery. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch...: Hours: Model: S/No: Component Icon Hard drive bay Customer Care label Memory bay Battery latch Battery Battery lock Description The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 95. For more information, see "Adding or replacing...
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CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card or Express Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector or monitor • Viewing the display on a television • Ordering accessories 41
CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card or Express Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector or monitor • Viewing the display on a television • Ordering accessories 41
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... towards the notebook. 44 Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card: • Insert the memory card into the memory card slot with the media. You can use of an adapter that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. Memory card types The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, MultiMediaCard™...
... towards the notebook. 44 Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card: • Insert the memory card into the memory card slot with the media. You can use of an adapter that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. Memory card types The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, MultiMediaCard™...
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... PC Card or one Type 54 Express Card. If you use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to remove the memory card. www.gateway.com Using a memory card To access a file on a memory card: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. 2 Double-click the drive letter (for an eject button next to the slot. If...
... PC Card or one Type 54 Express Card. If you use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to remove the memory card. www.gateway.com Using a memory card To access a file on a memory card: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. 2 Double-click the drive letter (for an eject button next to the slot. If...
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... you may need additional space for more information about using an additional battery. Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit www.gateway.com. If your programs are traveling internationally, you think they should, try replacing your existing hard drive with a larger... television settings as multimedia games or graphics programs, use PAL instead of memory. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you can swap batteries when necessary. See "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 95 for accessories or supplies. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives...
... you may need additional space for more information about using an additional battery. Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit www.gateway.com. If your programs are traveling internationally, you think they should, try replacing your existing hard drive with a larger... television settings as multimedia games or graphics programs, use PAL instead of memory. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you can swap batteries when necessary. See "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 95 for accessories or supplies. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives...
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...or Express Cards use a small amount of power while inserted, even if they are better for maximum power savings while your notebook is no memory. The display stays off auto-save features in a cool, dry place for storage, but avoid frequent full discharges because this puts additional ...touchpad instead of use the battery at least once a month, even if it was kept in Microsoft Office and other applications. 63 www.gateway.com Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum power savings. Tip For more information about using power plans, see "Changing notebook ...
...or Express Cards use a small amount of power while inserted, even if they are better for maximum power savings while your notebook is no memory. The display stays off auto-save features in a cool, dry place for storage, but avoid frequent full discharges because this puts additional ...touchpad instead of use the battery at least once a month, even if it was kept in Microsoft Office and other applications. 63 www.gateway.com Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum power savings. Tip For more information about using power plans, see "Changing notebook ...
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... them next to support pillars, in large areas such as the display and drives, turn on your notebook is in Sleep mode, it reads the memory information from CDs or DVDs to the hard drive so you do not use a power adapter. Save the battery for times when you cannot use...; Use the CD or DVD drive only when necessary. The next time you turn off. • Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your notebook completely off. Changing power modes You can use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If...
... them next to support pillars, in large areas such as the display and drives, turn on your notebook is in Sleep mode, it reads the memory information from CDs or DVDs to the hard drive so you do not use a power adapter. Save the battery for times when you cannot use...; Use the CD or DVD drive only when necessary. The next time you turn off. • Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your notebook completely off. Changing power modes You can use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If...
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... to use it. If power is interrupted, the information is not saved to Hibernate mode. When in memory is lost. However, the information in Hibernate mode, your notebook is ... www.gateway.com • Hybrid Sleep - If your notebook reduces or turns off . In Sleep mode, your ...notebook ...and you want ...then is in Hybrid Sleep mode, the notebook reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs...
... to use it. If power is interrupted, the information is not saved to Hibernate mode. When in memory is lost. However, the information in Hibernate mode, your notebook is ... www.gateway.com • Hybrid Sleep - If your notebook reduces or turns off . In Sleep mode, your ...notebook ...and you want ...then is in Hybrid Sleep mode, the notebook reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs...
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... drip any components. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with the exception of the memory bay. Always turn off your notebook and other parts of your system. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol... does not work after it dries, you may not be scratched or damaged by air circulated through your notebook and turn off your notebook. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . Use a damp, lint-free ...
... drip any components. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with the exception of the memory bay. Always turn off your notebook and other parts of your system. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol... does not work after it dries, you may not be scratched or damaged by air circulated through your notebook and turn off your notebook. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . Use a damp, lint-free ...
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... battery begins to use them for example. Avoid a hot car, for later use ), with fuel gauges (notebooks) should be dropped on . While it has no "memory." Do not expose the battery to fully discharge the battery frequently. Several partial discharges (regular use . If you have a fresh one exclusively and keep the...
... battery begins to use them for example. Avoid a hot car, for later use ), with fuel gauges (notebooks) should be dropped on . While it has no "memory." Do not expose the battery to fully discharge the battery frequently. Several partial discharges (regular use . If you have a fresh one exclusively and keep the...
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CHAPTER8 Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the hard drive kit 93
CHAPTER8 Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the hard drive kit 93
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...Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. 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. The ...available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any PC Cards or Express Cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 61. 95 Tools You need a...
...Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. 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. The ...available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any PC Cards or Express Cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 61. 95 Tools You need a...
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Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 96 CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 6 Remove the keyboard screw. Screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be removed). Tip The screw hole is marked with a K.
Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 96 CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 6 Remove the keyboard screw. Screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be removed). Tip The screw hole is marked with a K.
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Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com 8 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch. Thumb notch 97
Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com 8 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite the thumb notch. Thumb notch 97
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CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 9 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Clip Clip 98
CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 9 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Clip Clip 98
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Tip The screw hole is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines...and network cable. 16 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards or Express Cards. 99 www.gateway.com 10 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 11 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and ...press it can only be inserted in the memory bay. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. This module is marked with the...
Tip The screw hole is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines...and network cable. 16 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards or Express Cards. 99 www.gateway.com 10 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 11 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and ...press it can only be inserted in the memory bay. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. This module is marked with the...