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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 ...chair 15 Sitting at your notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 15 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting the dial-up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting your notebook...
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 ...chair 15 Sitting at your notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 15 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting the dial-up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting your notebook...
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Back www.gateway.com Power connector Component Icon Power connector Monitor port Monitor port Description Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector or monitor" on page 50. 9 Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port.
Back www.gateway.com Power connector Component Icon Power connector Monitor port Monitor port Description Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector or monitor" on page 50. 9 Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port.
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...after being charged for three hours, the battery may need to fully charge the battery. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the ... much shorter than you use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook on page 62. The battery was shipped to you use the AC adapter right away to be damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the...
...after being charged for three hours, the battery may need to fully charge the battery. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the ... much shorter than you use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook on page 62. The battery was shipped to you use the AC adapter right away to be damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the...
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...Front" on page 2. 17 Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until the battery... charge indicator turns blue. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status ...
...Front" on page 2. 17 Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until the battery... charge indicator turns blue. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status ...
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For example, many televisions outside of the United States use a lot of NTSC. Automobile/airplane power adapters With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you need to change the video standard. See "Changing the battery" on page 100 for more information about using...to increase your existing hard drive with a larger drive. Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit www.gateway.com. Accessories may need additional space for more memory. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you can swap batteries when necessary. See "Adding or replacing ...
For example, many televisions outside of the United States use a lot of NTSC. Automobile/airplane power adapters With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you need to change the video standard. See "Changing the battery" on page 100 for more information about using...to increase your existing hard drive with a larger drive. Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit www.gateway.com. Accessories may need additional space for more memory. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you can swap batteries when necessary. See "Adding or replacing ...
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...8226; If you will have access to an EmPower™ in airports, look for times when you cannot use an airplane/ automobile power adapter or power inverter. For more information about traveling with your notebook completely off . • Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes all...: • Sleep - Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in -flight power receptacle, an automobile power outlet, or an automobile cigarette lighter, use a power adapter. Save the battery for them next to support pillars, in Sleep mode, it ...
...8226; If you will have access to an EmPower™ in airports, look for times when you cannot use an airplane/ automobile power adapter or power inverter. For more information about traveling with your notebook completely off . • Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes all...: • Sleep - Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in -flight power receptacle, an automobile power outlet, or an automobile cigarette lighter, use a power adapter. Save the battery for them next to support pillars, in Sleep mode, it ...
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...several USB peripheral devices, take power plug adapters. • Take a portable surge protector to protect your notebook from power surges. • To get the best performance from your AC power adapter to recharge the battery. ...Additional tips • If you plan to use the most efficient power management settings. Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your online User Guide. For information on . • Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally. 73 www.gateway...
...several USB peripheral devices, take power plug adapters. • Take a portable surge protector to protect your notebook from power surges. • To get the best performance from your AC power adapter to recharge the battery. ...Additional tips • If you plan to use the most efficient power management settings. Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your online User Guide. For information on . • Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally. 73 www.gateway...
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... not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 14 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 15 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 16 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards or Express Cards. 99 This module is marked with the... tab in the memory bay. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. 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...
... not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 14 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 15 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 16 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards or Express Cards. 99 This module is marked with the... tab in the memory bay. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. 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...
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... the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 18 Turn on -screen instructions. As part of the process you may be prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications...
... the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 18 Turn on -screen instructions. As part of the process you may be prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications...
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... connected to your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • Make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to the AC power adapter. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any maintenance tasks where ...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 it is turned on page 94. Instead, unplug your notebook and contact a qualified computer ...
... connected to your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • Make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to the AC power adapter. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any maintenance tasks where ...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 it is turned on page 94. Instead, unplug your notebook and contact a qualified computer ...
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..., make sure that the printer is online. www.gateway.com Power Your notebook is not working on AC power • Make sure that the battery is installed correctly. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 16. • If your AC power adapter is connected correctly to press. • Make...
..., make sure that the printer is online. www.gateway.com Power Your notebook is not working on AC power • Make sure that the battery is installed correctly. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 16. • If your AC power adapter is connected correctly to press. • Make...
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... accessories purchasing 56 safety precautions 133 acoustic handset coupler 70 airplane power adapters 56 application key 25 arrow keys 25 audio adjusting volume 27, 28, 31, 36 back ...28, 31 volume up button 27, 31 audio CD cleaning 79 inserting 43 automobile power adapter 56, 64 B battery alternate power sources 64 bay 61 calibrating 78 changing 61 charge indicator 6, 60 charge status 60 charging 16, 60...fuel gauges 78 icons 60 installing 61 latch 10 life span 78 locating 10 managing power 63 maximizing performance 63 monitoring charge 60 purchasing 56 recalibrating 62 recharging 16, 60 release...
... accessories purchasing 56 safety precautions 133 acoustic handset coupler 70 airplane power adapters 56 application key 25 arrow keys 25 audio adjusting volume 27, 28, 31, 36 back ...28, 31 volume up button 27, 31 audio CD cleaning 79 inserting 43 automobile power adapter 56, 64 B battery alternate power sources 64 bay 61 calibrating 78 changing 61 charge indicator 6, 60 charge status 60 charging 16, 60...fuel gauges 78 icons 60 installing 61 latch 10 life span 78 locating 10 managing power 63 maximizing performance 63 monitoring charge 60 purchasing 56 recalibrating 62 recharging 16, 60 release...
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Index eject hole CD 43 DVD 43 electrostatic discharge (ESD) 94 EmPower power adapter 64 ergonomics 14 Ethernet connecting wired 19 jack 8, 19 Express Card adding 45 inserting 45 installing 45 removing 45 slot 45 troubleshooting 109 external monitor 9,... files opening 30 transferring 71 troubleshooting 110 Firewire port 8, 48 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 30 function keys 24 G Gateway contact information 2 model number 2 serial number 2 Support 3 Gateway Recovery Center re-installing drivers 83 re-installing programs 83 re-installing software 83 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 23 installing 100...
Index eject hole CD 43 DVD 43 electrostatic discharge (ESD) 94 EmPower power adapter 64 ergonomics 14 Ethernet connecting wired 19 jack 8, 19 Express Card adding 45 inserting 45 installing 45 removing 45 slot 45 troubleshooting 109 external monitor 9,... files opening 30 transferring 71 troubleshooting 110 Firewire port 8, 48 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 30 function keys 24 G Gateway contact information 2 model number 2 serial number 2 Support 3 Gateway Recovery Center re-installing drivers 83 re-installing programs 83 re-installing software 83 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 23 installing 100...
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... Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 48 USB support for 48 pointer identifying 29 moving 29 ports See connections power AC adapter 16, 64 advanced settings 66, 67 alternate sources 64 automobile/airplane adapter 64 battery 60, 61, 62, 63 button 11, 26 changing modes 65 changing plans 66 connector 9, 16 conserving battery...
... Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 48 USB support for 48 pointer identifying 29 moving 29 ports See connections power AC adapter 16, 64 advanced settings 66, 67 alternate sources 64 automobile/airplane adapter 64 battery 60, 61, 62, 63 button 11, 26 changing modes 65 changing plans 66 connector 9, 16 conserving battery...
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....gateway.com Hibernate mode 64 Hybrid Sleep mode 26, 64 indicator 6, 21 international adapter 73 management 59, 63 plans 66 Sleep mode 21, 26, 64 source problems 18 SpeedStep settings 66 status indicator 6 surge protector 18 troubleshooting 125 turning off notebook 21 turning on notebook 20 power adapters airplane... 110 regional code DVD 43 re-installing defaults 89 drivers 80 programs 79, 80 software 79, 80 Windows 79, 80 with Gateway Recovery Center 83 with Windows DVD 90 with Windows System Restore 86 replacing See installing resetting notebook 22 restarting notebook 22 restoring defaults...
....gateway.com Hibernate mode 64 Hybrid Sleep mode 26, 64 indicator 6, 21 international adapter 73 management 59, 63 plans 66 Sleep mode 21, 26, 64 source problems 18 SpeedStep settings 66 status indicator 6 surge protector 18 troubleshooting 125 turning off notebook 21 turning on notebook 20 power adapters airplane... 110 regional code DVD 43 re-installing defaults 89 drivers 80 programs 79, 80 software 79, 80 Windows 79, 80 with Gateway Recovery Center 83 with Windows DVD 90 with Windows System Restore 86 replacing See installing resetting notebook 22 restarting notebook 22 restoring defaults...