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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 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard area 11 LCD panel 12 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 13... your notebook 20 Waking up your notebook 21 Turning off your notebook 21 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 22 Using the status indicators 23 Using the keyboard 24 i
... 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 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard area 11 LCD panel 12 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 13... your notebook 20 Waking up your notebook 21 Turning off your notebook 21 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 22 Using the status indicators 23 Using the keyboard 24 i
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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 ... Power 73 Additional tips 73 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 75 Caring for your notebook 76 Cleaning your notebook 76 Cleaning the exterior 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cleaning the notebook screen 77 Maintaining the battery 78 Storing batteries 78 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 79 Recovering your system 79 Recovering pre-installed...
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 ... Power 73 Additional tips 73 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 75 Caring for your notebook 76 Cleaning your notebook 76 Cleaning the exterior 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cleaning the notebook screen 77 Maintaining the battery 78 Storing batteries 78 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 79 Recovering your system 79 Recovering pre-installed...
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... CD drives 105 Diskette drive (external 105 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 Appendix A: Legal Information 131 Index 141 iv
... CD drives 105 Diskette drive (external 105 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 Appendix A: Legal Information 131 Index 141 iv
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Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. Plug a dial-up modem" on page 19. For more information, see "Adding and removing a PC Card or Express Card" on ...
Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. Plug a dial-up modem" on page 19. For more information, see "Adding and removing a PC Card or Express Card" on ...
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...Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 67. The panel includes volume control buttons. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on or off while an external microphone is turned off . Touchpad Provides all the features of a mouse. For more information... mode. For the location of CDs and DVDs. www.gateway.com Keyboard area Multimedia panel Keyboard Power button Microphone Status indicators Touchpad Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to talk through this microphone...
...Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 67. The panel includes volume control buttons. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on or off while an external microphone is turned off . Touchpad Provides all the features of a mouse. For more information... mode. For the location of CDs and DVDs. www.gateway.com Keyboard area Multimedia panel Keyboard Power button Microphone Status indicators Touchpad Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to talk through this microphone...
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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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...; Where feasible, keep your screen for setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Instead, use a laptop desk to your legs. If you use an external keyboard, raise the notebook so the top of burns to protect your legs. • Do not use your notebook in your work area and avoiding discomfort...
...; Where feasible, keep your screen for setting up a safe and comfortable work area. Instead, use a laptop desk to your legs. If you use an external keyboard, raise the notebook so the top of burns to protect your legs. • Do not use your notebook in your work area and avoiding discomfort...
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... seat, or use a pillow or cushion to provide extra back support. Make sure that they are positioned parallel to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of tasks. 15 If the... the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat surface for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of your torso or neck. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is at...
... seat, or use a pillow or cushion to provide extra back support. Make sure that they are positioned parallel to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height, adjust the forward tilt of tasks. 15 If the... the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat surface for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of your torso or neck. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk is at...
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... a bed, sofa, rug, or other peripheral device" on the front of your notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. 20 Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Installing a printer or other similar surface. Caution Provide adequate space around your lap...
... a bed, sofa, rug, or other peripheral device" on the front of your notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. 20 Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Installing a printer or other similar surface. Caution Provide adequate space around your lap...
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Restarting (rebooting) your notebook If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to restart (reboot) your notebook. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation, you ...
Restarting (rebooting) your notebook If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to restart (reboot) your notebook. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation, you ...
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... use . ■ LED off - Num lock Disc drive ■ LED on - Numeric keypad is being accessed. 23 Hard drive is turned off - www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. Wireless network Caps lock Num lock Hard drive Disc... . Drive is turned off . ■ LED on , you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is not being accessed. ■ LED off - The status indicators are on - Hard drive is used. Status indicators inform you may need to press FN...
... use . ■ LED off - Num lock Disc drive ■ LED on - Numeric keypad is being accessed. 23 Hard drive is turned off - www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. Wireless network Caps lock Num lock Hard drive Disc... . Drive is turned off . ■ LED on , you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is not being accessed. ■ LED off - The status indicators are on - Hard drive is used. Status indicators inform you may need to press FN...
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...Key type Icon Description Numeric keypad Use these keys labeled F1 to F12 to turn on . See the program documentation to connect a USB keyboard. You do not need to shut down the notebook to find out more about the function key actions. 24 Press FN+ 1 to perform ..., and the Num Lock keys for different purposes. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in programs. For example,...
...Key type Icon Description Numeric keypad Use these keys labeled F1 to F12 to turn on . See the program documentation to connect a USB keyboard. You do not need to shut down the notebook to find out more about the function key actions. 24 Press FN+ 1 to perform ..., and the Num Lock keys for different purposes. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in programs. For example,...
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.... -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Slide the Brightness control to the desired screen brightness. www.gateway.com Tip For more information about using an Internet chat service, see the help for that service. For more information about the Windows... Mobility Center, see "System key combinations" on the keyboard. Tip For more information about using the webcam while using the webcam, click in the Camera Assistant Toolbar or click (Functions), then...
.... -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Slide the Brightness control to the desired screen brightness. www.gateway.com Tip For more information about using an Internet chat service, see the help for that service. For more information about the Windows... Mobility Center, see "System key combinations" on the keyboard. Tip For more information about using the webcam while using the webcam, click in the Camera Assistant Toolbar or click (Functions), then...
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... the volume You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -ORUse the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard. To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on the taskbar.
... the volume You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -ORUse the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard. To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on the taskbar.
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To turn the Bluetooth radio on a Bluetooth Personal Area Network, see "Bluetooth Networking" in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 39 Type the keyword Bluetooth in your online User Guide Help For more information about using your notebook on or off: • Press FN + F6. www.gateway.com Bluetooth radio Your notebook may have a Bluetooth radio for communicating with another Bluetooth device, such as a printer, scanner, camera, MP3 player, headphone, keyboard, or mouse. Tip For more information about Bluetooth, click Start, then click Help and Support.
To turn the Bluetooth radio on a Bluetooth Personal Area Network, see "Bluetooth Networking" in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 39 Type the keyword Bluetooth in your online User Guide Help For more information about using your notebook on or off: • Press FN + F6. www.gateway.com Bluetooth radio Your notebook may have a Bluetooth radio for communicating with another Bluetooth device, such as a printer, scanner, camera, MP3 player, headphone, keyboard, or mouse. Tip For more information about Bluetooth, click Start, then click Help and Support.
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... (USB), and S-Video (TV out). You use an IEEE 1394 or USB device for connecting devices such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse. When you use these ports to your notebook. Important Before you plug it into the appropriate port. Important USB devices may have special...
... (USB), and S-Video (TV out). You use an IEEE 1394 or USB device for connecting devices such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse. When you use these ports to your notebook. Important Before you plug it into the appropriate port. Important USB devices may have special...
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.... Use a soft cloth and water to replace it again. Do not attempt to drip any components. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before cleaning any water into the vents. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is cooled by your system. Squirt a little ... be covered by air circulated through your notebook and other parts of air with the cloth. 77 A replacement keyboard may need to clean the LCD screen. Do not use it . www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you...
.... Use a soft cloth and water to replace it again. Do not attempt to drip any components. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before cleaning any water into the vents. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is cooled by your system. Squirt a little ... be covered by air circulated through your notebook and other parts of air with the cloth. 77 A replacement keyboard may need to clean the LCD screen. Do not use it . www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you...
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...install all factory software: 1 If you can access important files on or restart your notebook. To delete everything on your keyboard to select Repair Your Computer, then press ENTER. Gateway System Recovery starts, and the System Recovery Options dialog box opens. 4 Select a language and... keyboard layout, then click Next. 5 Click the User name box to Gateway System Recovery window opens. 7 Click Next. 89 www.gateway.com Recovering your system to its factory condition If your notebook's problems are not solved...
...install all factory software: 1 If you can access important files on or restart your notebook. To delete everything on your keyboard to select Repair Your Computer, then press ENTER. Gateway System Recovery starts, and the System Recovery Options dialog box opens. 4 Select a language and... keyboard layout, then click Next. 5 Click the User name box to Gateway System Recovery window opens. 7 Click Next. 89 www.gateway.com Recovering your system to its factory condition If your notebook's problems are not solved...
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www.gateway.com 3 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on -screen instructions. 5 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on your notebook's pre-installed software and device drivers. A list of valid boot devices appears. 4 Press the arrow keys to recover your keyboard. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 84. 91
www.gateway.com 3 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on -screen instructions. 5 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on your notebook's pre-installed software and device drivers. A list of valid boot devices appears. 4 Press the arrow keys to recover your keyboard. For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on page 84. 91
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Screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be removed). Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 96 Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 6 Remove the keyboard screw.
Screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be removed). Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 96 Tip The screw hole is marked with a K. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 6 Remove the keyboard screw.