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... Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Top 6 Front 7 Left 8 Right 9 Back 10 ... 20 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 21 Starting your convertible notebook 21 Waking up your convertible notebook 23 Turning off your convertible notebook 23 Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook 24 Using the status indicators 25 Using the keyboard 26 Key ...
... Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Top 6 Front 7 Left 8 Right 9 Back 10 ... 20 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 21 Starting your convertible notebook 21 Waking up your convertible notebook 23 Turning off your convertible notebook 23 Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook 24 Using the status indicators 25 Using the keyboard 26 Key ...
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www.gateway.com Connecting an IEEE 1394 device 58 Viewing the display on ...Maximizing battery performance 67 Conserving battery power 67 Using alternate power sources 68 Changing power modes 69 Changing convertible notebook power settings 70 Changing the power scheme 70 Changing alarm options 72 Changing advanced settings 73 Activating and... using Hibernate mode 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your convertible notebook 78 Traveling by air 78 Dial-up modem 78 Radio frequency wireless connections 79 Files 79...
www.gateway.com Connecting an IEEE 1394 device 58 Viewing the display on ...Maximizing battery performance 67 Conserving battery power 67 Using alternate power sources 68 Changing power modes 69 Changing convertible notebook power settings 70 Changing the power scheme 70 Changing alarm options 72 Changing advanced settings 73 Activating and... using Hibernate mode 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your convertible notebook 78 Traveling by air 78 Dial-up modem 78 Radio frequency wireless connections 79 Files 79...
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Contents Cleaning the convertible notebook screen 87 Maintaining the battery 88 Storing batteries 88 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 89 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 91 Preventing static electricity discharge 92 Adding or replacing memory modules 93 Replacing the hard drive kit 96 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 101 Safety guidelines 102 First ...
Contents Cleaning the convertible notebook screen 87 Maintaining the battery 88 Storing batteries 88 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 89 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 91 Preventing static electricity discharge 92 Adding or replacing memory modules 93 Replacing the hard drive kit 96 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 101 Safety guidelines 102 First ...
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...8226; Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide: • Click or tap Start, All Programs, then click or tap Gateway Documentation. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes ...addition to this section are specific to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to your model of Gateway convertible notebook. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the...
...8226; Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide: • Click or tap Start, All Programs, then click or tap Gateway Documentation. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes ...addition to this section are specific to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to your model of Gateway convertible notebook. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the...
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www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your convertible notebook contains information that identifies your operating system. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your convertible notebook model and its features. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your convertible notebook includes the product key code for assistance.
www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your convertible notebook contains information that identifies your operating system. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your convertible notebook model and its features. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your convertible notebook includes the product key code for assistance.
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The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 4 CHAPTER 1: About This Reference For more information For more information about your convertible notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your convertible notebook's label.
The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 4 CHAPTER 1: About This Reference For more information For more information about your convertible notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your convertible notebook's label.
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... is in place in the pen holder while the convertible notebook is in Standby mode. ■ LED off . Battery charge indicator ■ LED blue - Battery is malfunctioning. Battery is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Notebook is turned off - Top CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Missing pen indicator Power indicator Battery charge indicator Component Icon...
... is in place in the pen holder while the convertible notebook is in Standby mode. ■ LED off . Battery charge indicator ■ LED blue - Battery is malfunctioning. Battery is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Notebook is turned off - Top CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Missing pen indicator Power indicator Battery charge indicator Component Icon...
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...modem or network" on page 59. For more information, see "Adding and removing a PC Card" on your Gateway convertible notebook. Left CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Ventilation fan Component Ventilation fan Monitor port Docking port Ethernet jack PC Card slot Monitor port Digital pen Memory card reader... Docking port PC Card slot Ethernet jack Icon Description Helps cool internal components. Caution: Provide adequate space around your convertible notebook so air vents are blocked, your skin. Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. Caution: Do not ...
...modem or network" on page 59. For more information, see "Adding and removing a PC Card" on your Gateway convertible notebook. Left CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Ventilation fan Component Ventilation fan Monitor port Docking port Ethernet jack PC Card slot Monitor port Digital pen Memory card reader... Docking port PC Card slot Ethernet jack Icon Description Helps cool internal components. Caution: Provide adequate space around your convertible notebook so air vents are blocked, your skin. Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. Caution: Do not ...
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... tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 52. 9 Component Memory card reader Digital pen www.gateway.com Icon Description Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. For more...Using the DVD drive" on page 54. Insert CDs or DVDs into the memory card reader. To determine the type of drive in your convertible notebook's display using the digital pen. Right IEEE 1394 port USB ports Component Icon IEEE 1394 port USB ports DVD drive DVD drive Headphone jack ...
... tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 52. 9 Component Memory card reader Digital pen www.gateway.com Icon Description Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. For more...Using the DVD drive" on page 54. Insert CDs or DVDs into the memory card reader. To determine the type of drive in your convertible notebook's display using the digital pen. Right IEEE 1394 port USB ports Component Icon IEEE 1394 port USB ports DVD drive DVD drive Headphone jack ...
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... Icon Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Plug a microphone into this connector. For more information, see "Keyboard area" on page 20. Secure your convertible notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this jack. The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are turned off ...
... Icon Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Plug a microphone into this connector. For more information, see "Keyboard area" on page 20. Secure your convertible notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this jack. The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are turned off ...
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... more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 52. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. Includes the Customer Care contact information. Slide to unlock the battery. Provides power when the convertible notebook is located in "Identifying drive types" on page 65. For more information, see "Replacing the hard...
... more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 52. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. Includes the Customer Care contact information. Slide to unlock the battery. Provides power when the convertible notebook is located in "Identifying drive types" on page 65. For more information, see "Replacing the hard...
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... • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Starting your convertible notebook • Turning off your convertible notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the tablet control buttons • Using the fingerprint reader •...
... • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Starting your convertible notebook • Turning off your convertible notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the tablet control buttons • Using the fingerprint reader •...
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..., or a sofa. Soft surfaces can become quite high, increasing the risk of fire and personal injury. Warning Do not use your convertible notebook while it is perpendicular to your legs. You must keep the ventilation openings on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. ...• Position the computer desk and screen so you keep your convertible notebook's ventilation openings clear of obstructions, or your convertible notebook may overheat, increasing the risk of burns to your line of sight. • Place your feet flat ...
..., or a sofa. Soft surfaces can become quite high, increasing the risk of fire and personal injury. Warning Do not use your convertible notebook while it is perpendicular to your legs. You must keep the ventilation openings on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. ...• Position the computer desk and screen so you keep your convertible notebook's ventilation openings clear of obstructions, or your convertible notebook may overheat, increasing the risk of burns to your line of sight. • Place your feet flat ...
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... your weight evenly on the chair and relieve pressure on distant objects. • Where feasible, keep your head vertical while looking at your convertible notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your hands and arms are in a relaxed position when you use the keyboard and touchpad. Sitting...for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of the computer desk so your wrists. www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes on your shoulders relax while you use an external keyboard, raise the convertible notebook so the top of its screen is no higher than eye level.
... your weight evenly on the chair and relieve pressure on distant objects. • Where feasible, keep your head vertical while looking at your convertible notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your hands and arms are in a relaxed position when you use the keyboard and touchpad. Sitting...for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of the computer desk so your wrists. www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes on your shoulders relax while you use an external keyboard, raise the convertible notebook so the top of its screen is no higher than eye level.
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... death. Allow three hours for the battery to fully charge the battery. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your convertible notebook or one of tasks. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Caution ... the battery is not fully charged before you expect. You should use the AC adapter that can run your convertible notebook using an AC adapter or your convertible notebook's battery. Warning Do not attempt to be recalibrated. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the ...
... death. Allow three hours for the battery to fully charge the battery. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your convertible notebook or one of tasks. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Caution ... the battery is not fully charged before you expect. You should use the AC adapter that can run your convertible notebook using an AC adapter or your convertible notebook's battery. Warning Do not attempt to be recalibrated. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the ...
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...the following steps until the battery charge indicator turns blue. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off. 4 When you finish using your convertible notebook, then plug it connected to AC power until it turns on page 25 for the first time, ...turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. For more information, see "Top" on page 6 and "Using the status indicators" on : a Unplug the adapter from your convertible notebook for the location of the battery charge indicator)....
...the following steps until the battery charge indicator turns blue. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off. 4 When you finish using your convertible notebook, then plug it connected to AC power until it turns on page 25 for the first time, ...turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. For more information, see "Top" on page 6 and "Using the status indicators" on : a Unplug the adapter from your convertible notebook for the location of the battery charge indicator)....
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...the risk of fire, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Protecting from reaching your convertible notebook. If you can use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord ...you have a telephone modem, use to connect to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your convertible notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a ...
...the risk of fire, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Protecting from reaching your convertible notebook. If you can use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord ...you have a telephone modem, use to connect to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your convertible notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a ...
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... www.gateway.com Connecting to a broadband modem or network Your convertible notebook has a network jack that you can use the convertible notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other end of the network cable into the network jack on your convertible notebook so air vents are blocked, the convertible notebook may ... cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network jack. If the air vents are not obstructed. Starting your convertible notebook Warning Do not work with the convertible notebook resting on an optional port replicator, see the port replicator user guide. 2 Insert the other similar surface....
... www.gateway.com Connecting to a broadband modem or network Your convertible notebook has a network jack that you can use the convertible notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other end of the network cable into the network jack on your convertible notebook so air vents are blocked, the convertible notebook may ... cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network jack. If the air vents are not obstructed. Starting your convertible notebook Warning Do not work with the convertible notebook resting on an optional port replicator, see the port replicator user guide. 2 Insert the other similar surface....
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CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To start your convertible notebook: 1 Press the latch on the front of your convertible notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located at the bottom of the LCD panel. 22 Tip For more information about changing the .... 3 If you are starting your first user account. 4 Attach and turn on -screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your convertible notebook for its setup instructions.
CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To start your convertible notebook: 1 Press the latch on the front of your convertible notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located at the bottom of the LCD panel. 22 Tip For more information about changing the .... 3 If you are starting your first user account. 4 Attach and turn on -screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your convertible notebook for its setup instructions.
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...gateway.com 5 To open the main menu, click or tap Start. Turning off your convertible notebook To turn off your convertible notebook: 1 Click or tap Start, then click or tap Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click or tap Turn Off. If your convertible notebook is in your convertible notebook..., press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it up your convertible notebook When you have not used your convertible notebook for several minutes or if you cannot...
...gateway.com 5 To open the main menu, click or tap Start. Turning off your convertible notebook To turn off your convertible notebook: 1 Click or tap Start, then click or tap Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. 2 Click or tap Turn Off. If your convertible notebook is in your convertible notebook..., press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it up your convertible notebook When you have not used your convertible notebook for several minutes or if you cannot...