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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 Left...computer desk and 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 ...
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 Left...computer desk and 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 ...
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For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector or monitor" on page 50. 9 Back www.gateway.com Power connector Component Icon Power connector Monitor port Monitor port Description Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port.
For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector or monitor" on page 50. 9 Back www.gateway.com Power connector Component Icon Power connector Monitor port Monitor port Description Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port.
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • 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 optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on or off 13
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • 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 optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on or off 13
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...For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to fully charge. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may be recalibrated. Replace the ...cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. You should use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook may need to fully charge the...
...For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to fully charge. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may be recalibrated. Replace the ...cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. You should use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook may need to fully charge the...
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... battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. 17 www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. For more information, see "Front" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and...on the Customer Care label. If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue.
... battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. 17 www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. For more information, see "Front" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and...on the Customer Care label. If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue.
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... • Copy programs from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open when you do not use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in airports, look for them next to support pillars, in large areas such as the display and drives, turn on taking... your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector. • If you cannot use an airplane/ automobile power adapter or power inverter. This drive uses a large amount of telephones. while your notebook is in ...
... • Copy programs from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open when you do not use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in airports, look for them next to support pillars, in large areas such as the display and drives, turn on taking... your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector. • If you cannot use an airplane/ automobile power adapter or power inverter. This drive uses a large amount of telephones. while your notebook is in ...
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Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your AC power adapter to recharge the battery. Additional tips • If you plan to use the most efficient power management settings. For information on conserving battery power... information in "Protecting your notebook" in your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see "Managing Power" on page 59. www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. 7 When you start your computer, you...
Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your AC power adapter to recharge the battery. Additional tips • If you plan to use the most efficient power management settings. For information on conserving battery power... information in "Protecting your notebook" in your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see "Managing Power" on page 59. www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. 7 When you start your computer, you...
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... modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 94. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and...
... modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 94. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and...
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... kit To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. If you would like more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 94. 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and...
... kit To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. If you would like more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 94. 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and...
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...or 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 the power cord is supplying power. • Make sure that you start your ... was dropped, or if the case was damaged. While troubleshooting your notebook, follow these things first: • Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to the AC power adapter. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then ...
...or 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 the power cord is supplying power. • Make sure that you start your ... was dropped, or if the case was damaged. While troubleshooting your notebook, follow these things first: • Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to the AC power adapter. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then ...
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... For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. For instructions on recalibrating your battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 16. • If your notebook is plugged into the outlet and turn on • Make sure that the printer is... Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage. Type the keyword printer troubleshooting in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. www.gateway.com Power Your notebook is not working on AC power • Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected securely to an...
... For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. For instructions on recalibrating your battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 16. • If your notebook is plugged into the outlet and turn on • Make sure that the printer is... Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage. Type the keyword printer troubleshooting in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. www.gateway.com Power Your notebook is not working on AC power • Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected securely to an...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 16 connector 9 international adapters 64 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 button 27, 31 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting...stop button 27, 31 troubleshooting 127 volume down button 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 conserving...
Index A AC adapter connecting 16 connector 9 international adapters 64 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 button 27, 31 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting...stop button 27, 31 troubleshooting 127 volume down button 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 conserving...
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... 79 case 77 142 CD 79 DVD 79 keyboard 77 LCD panel 77 notebook exterior 76 screen 77 clicking 30 closing unresponsive program 22 connecting AC adapter 16 cable modem 19 dial-up modem 18 DSL modem 19 external keyboard 24 external monitor 50 keyboard 24 mouse 29 printer 48 projector 50...
... 79 case 77 142 CD 79 DVD 79 keyboard 77 LCD panel 77 notebook exterior 76 screen 77 clicking 30 closing unresponsive program 22 connecting AC adapter 16 cable modem 19 dial-up modem 18 DSL modem 19 external keyboard 24 external monitor 50 keyboard 24 mouse 29 printer 48 projector 50...
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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...