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... Gateway model and serial number 17 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 17 Finding your specifications 18 Accessories 19 3 Getting Started 21 Installing the battery 22 Connecting the AC adapter 23 Protecting from power source problems 25 Starting your notebook 26 Waking up your notebook 27 Turning off your notebook 28 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 29 Status indicators 30 Using the keyboard 31 Key types 32 System key combinations 33 Multi-function buttons 35 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 37 Using the touchpad 38 Adjusting...
... Gateway model and serial number 17 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 17 Finding your specifications 18 Accessories 19 3 Getting Started 21 Installing the battery 22 Connecting the AC adapter 23 Protecting from power source problems 25 Starting your notebook 26 Waking up your notebook 27 Turning off your notebook 28 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 29 Status indicators 30 Using the keyboard 31 Key types 32 System key combinations 33 Multi-function buttons 35 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 37 Using the touchpad 38 Adjusting...
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4 Using Drives and Ports 41 Using the DVD drive 42 Identifying drive types 42 Inserting a CD or DVD 43 Playing a CD 44 Playing a DVD 44 Creating CDs and DVDs 44 Using the memory card reader 45 Memory card types 45 Inserting a memory card 46 Adding and removing a PC Card 47 Viewing the display on a projector or monitor 49 Viewing the display on a television 51 5 Managing Power 55 Monitoring the battery charge 56 Recharging the battery 57 Recalibrating the battery 57 Changing batteries 59 Replacing the battery 59 Extending...
4 Using Drives and Ports 41 Using the DVD drive 42 Identifying drive types 42 Inserting a CD or DVD 43 Playing a CD 44 Playing a DVD 44 Creating CDs and DVDs 44 Using the memory card reader 45 Memory card types 45 Inserting a memory card 46 Adding and removing a PC Card 47 Viewing the display on a projector or monitor 49 Viewing the display on a television 51 5 Managing Power 55 Monitoring the battery charge 56 Recharging the battery 57 Recalibrating the battery 57 Changing batteries 59 Replacing the battery 59 Extending...
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8 Troubleshooting 81 Safety guidelines 82 First steps 83 Troubleshooting 84 Audio 84 Battery 84 CD drives 84 Device installation 84 Display 85 DVD drives 86 File management 88 Hard drive 89 Internet 90 Keyboard 91 Memory 92 Memory card reader 92 Modem (dial-up 93 Mouse 97 Networks 97 Passwords 97 PC Cards 98 Power 98 Printer 99 Sound 100 Status indicators 101 Video 101 Telephone support 102 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 102 Telephone numbers 103 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 105 Index 117 www.gateway.com iii
8 Troubleshooting 81 Safety guidelines 82 First steps 83 Troubleshooting 84 Audio 84 Battery 84 CD drives 84 Device installation 84 Display 85 DVD drives 86 File management 88 Hard drive 89 Internet 90 Keyboard 91 Memory 92 Memory card reader 92 Modem (dial-up 93 Mouse 97 Networks 97 Passwords 97 PC Cards 98 Power 98 Printer 99 Sound 100 Status indicators 101 Video 101 Telephone support 102 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 102 Telephone numbers 103 A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 105 Index 117 www.gateway.com iii
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6sf pÁ @p tyrÁApw • Using the Gateway Web site • Using Help and Support • Using Your Computer guide • Using online help 1
6sf pÁ @p tyrÁApw • Using the Gateway Web site • Using Help and Support • Using Your Computer guide • Using online help 1
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...;tip Memory Ventilation card fan reader IEEE 1394 port PC Card eject button USB ports PC Card Memory slot card reader Component Icon Memory card reader (optional) Ventilation fan IEEE 1394 port (optional) USB ports Description Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into these slots. If these ports. Plug USB devices (such as a digital camcorder) into these slots are blocked, your notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook. The memory card reader supports CompactFlash...
...;tip Memory Ventilation card fan reader IEEE 1394 port PC Card eject button USB ports PC Card Memory slot card reader Component Icon Memory card reader (optional) Ventilation fan IEEE 1394 port (optional) USB ports Description Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into these slots. If these ports. Plug USB devices (such as a digital camcorder) into these slots are blocked, your notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook. The memory card reader supports CompactFlash...
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... this jack. Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Monitor port USB ports Plug an analog VGA monitor into these ports. Back 5fhv Power connector Microphone jack Headphone jack Monitor USB port ports Ethernet jack Modem jack S-Video Ventilation Kensington out jack fan lock slot Component Power connector Microphone jack Icon Description Plug the AC adapter cable into this jack. Plug a modem cable into this connector. Ethernet jack Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into this jack. Plug...
... this jack. Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. Monitor port USB ports Plug an analog VGA monitor into these ports. Back 5fhv Power connector Microphone jack Headphone jack Monitor USB port ports Ethernet jack Modem jack S-Video Ventilation Kensington out jack fan lock slot Component Power connector Microphone jack Icon Description Plug the AC adapter cable into this jack. Plug a modem cable into this connector. Ethernet jack Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into this jack. Plug...
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..., see "Changing batteries" on page 70. Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 59. Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay. System label Includes the product model number. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory" on page 59. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 67. Memory bay Install a memory module into this bay. www.gateway.com...
..., see "Changing batteries" on page 70. Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 59. Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay. System label Includes the product model number. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory" on page 59. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 67. Memory bay Install a memory module into this bay. www.gateway.com...
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... control the volume. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the keyboard" on your hard drive. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook DpgfiÁfpf Multi-function buttons Keyboard Power button Status indicators Touchpad Component Icon Multi-function buttons Keyboard Status indicators Touchpad Power button Description Press these buttons to open programs assigned to turn the power on page 30. Provides all the features of a mouse. Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, 86-key keyboard...
... control the volume. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the keyboard" on your hard drive. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook DpgfiÁfpf Multi-function buttons Keyboard Power button Status indicators Touchpad Component Icon Multi-function buttons Keyboard Status indicators Touchpad Power button Description Press these buttons to open programs assigned to turn the power on page 30. Provides all the features of a mouse. Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, 86-key keyboard...
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6sf pÁ @p tyrÁR f pi • Installing the battery • Connecting the AC adapter • Turning your notebook on and off • Using the status indicators, keyboard, and the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume 21
6sf pÁ @p tyrÁR f pi • Installing the battery • Connecting the AC adapter • Turning your notebook on and off • Using the status indicators, keyboard, and the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume 21
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Chapter 3: Getting Started 2 6yyph Á spÁ46 fif p y pgvÈÁpÁ...;qq Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at support.gateway.com. 24 www.gateway.com The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside.
Chapter 3: Getting Started 2 6yyph Á spÁ46 fif p y pgvÈÁpÁ...;qq Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at support.gateway.com. 24 www.gateway.com The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside.
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...133;tyÁ Áp y pgv 26 www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Getting Started R f tyrÁÁy pgv To start your notebook: 1 RwtipÁ spÁwf hsÁyÁ spÁq...;Áqyh tyÁtyÁR fyigQpxpÁxip Tips & Tricks For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing Power-saving Settings" in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive.
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To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Vfvtyr y pgv Starting your notebook VspyÁÁsfpÁy ÁpiÁÁy pg...;pÁg yÁ ÁifvpwÁ t Á Tips & Tricks For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing Power-saving Settings" in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. www.gateway.com 27
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... the optional wireless network turn off while traveling in Using Your Computer which has been included on page 30. Enter Standby mode. To access this system key... Toggle the notebook display in the following order: ■ The LCD ■ An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be turned off . www.gateway.com 33 For more information, see "Status indicators" on your hard drive. For more information, see "Changing Power-saving Settings" in...
... the optional wireless network turn off while traveling in Using Your Computer which has been included on page 30. Enter Standby mode. To access this system key... Toggle the notebook display in the following order: ■ The LCD ■ An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be turned off . www.gateway.com 33 For more information, see "Status indicators" on your hard drive. For more information, see "Changing Power-saving Settings" in...
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... appear, make sure that Always show hidden icons button. For the location of the battery charge indicator, see "Changing advanced settings" in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. Chapter 5: Managing Power F...power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show icon on the taskbar is connected to AC power. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway ...;tÁpÁw Important This LED only lights up when the notebook is checked on page 10. ■ Vft Áq...
... appear, make sure that Always show hidden icons button. For the location of the battery charge indicator, see "Changing advanced settings" in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. Chapter 5: Managing Power F...power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show icon on the taskbar is connected to AC power. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway ...;tÁpÁw Important This LED only lights up when the notebook is checked on page 10. ■ Vft Áq...
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6sf pÁ% Sgwps tyr • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems 81
6sf pÁ% Sgwps tyr • Troubleshooting typical hardware and software problems • Getting telephone support • Using automated troubleshooting systems 81
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...Troubleshooting Tips & Tricks For instructions on fixing hard drive problems, see "Checking the hard drive for errors" in the Search box , then click the arrow. 90 www.gateway.com Type the keyword gwps tyrÁhyyph ty in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start...;Á6y fh BRIÁ phsythfw qÁspw Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and...
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...128;ywÁyÁfrp " www.gateway.com 101 To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ FfvpÁ...troubleshooting sound issues, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword yiÁ gwps p in Using Your Computer which has been included on how to adjust the volume control in Windows, see "Adjusting the volume" in the Search box , then click the arrow. Troubleshooting Tips & Tricks For instructions on your hard drive...
...128;ywÁyÁfrp " www.gateway.com 101 To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ FfvpÁ...troubleshooting sound issues, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword yiÁ gwps p in Using Your Computer which has been included on how to adjust the volume control in Windows, see "Adjusting the volume" in the Search box , then click the arrow. Troubleshooting Tips & Tricks For instructions on your hard drive...