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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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...Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking • Maintenance and troubleshooting To access your model of Gateway convertible notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes only. Label information ... been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your hard drive. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions...
...Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking • Maintenance and troubleshooting To access your model of Gateway convertible notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes only. Label information ... been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your hard drive. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions...
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Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your convertible notebook model and its features. 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 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.
Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your convertible notebook model and its features. 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 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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... - Pen is in place in the pen holder or pen has been removed while the convertible notebook is in the pen holder while the convertible notebook is malfunctioning. Battery charge indicator ■ LED blue - Notebook is turned on page 46. ■ LED off . Important: This LED only lights ...up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is charging. ■ LED ...
... - Pen is in place in the pen holder or pen has been removed while the convertible notebook is in the pen holder while the convertible notebook is malfunctioning. Battery charge indicator ■ LED blue - Notebook is turned on page 46. ■ LED off . Important: This LED only lights ...up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is charging. ■ LED ...
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...on a projector or monitor" on your convertible notebook may become hot enough to the convertible notebook. Connect the optional port replicator to UL 1950 for your skin. Left CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Ventilation fan Component Ventilation fan Monitor port ... use the convertible notebook on page 55. 8 If the air vents are blocked, the convertible notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your Gateway convertible notebook. If these slots. Caution: Provide adequate space around your convertible notebook so air ...
...on a projector or monitor" on your convertible notebook may become hot enough to the convertible notebook. Connect the optional port replicator to UL 1950 for your skin. Left CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Ventilation fan Component Ventilation fan Monitor port ... use the convertible notebook on page 55. 8 If the air vents are blocked, the convertible notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your Gateway convertible notebook. If these slots. Caution: Provide adequate space around your convertible notebook so air ...
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... pen www.gateway.com Icon Description Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into these ports. Plug USB devices (such as a digital camcorder or MP3 player) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. To determine the type of drive in your convertible notebook's display using...;, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards. Write, tap, and input directly on your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 54.
... pen www.gateway.com Icon Description Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into these ports. Plug USB devices (such as a digital camcorder or MP3 player) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. To determine the type of drive in your convertible notebook's display using...;, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards. Write, tap, and input directly on your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 54.
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CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Plug a microphone into this jack. The built-in array microphones (see "Connecting the dial-up modem cable into ...) are plugged into this slot. 10 For more information, see "Keyboard area" on page 20. Plug the AC adapter cable into this jack. Secure your convertible notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this connector. The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are turned off...
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Plug a microphone into this jack. The built-in array microphones (see "Connecting the dial-up modem cable into ...) are plugged into this slot. 10 For more information, see "Keyboard area" on page 20. Plug the AC adapter cable into this jack. Secure your convertible notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this connector. The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are turned off...
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... bay. For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. Slide to unlock the battery. Provides power when the convertible notebook is located in "Identifying drive types" on page 65. Install a memory module into this drive. Includes the Customer Care contact information.... For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 2. www.gateway.com Bottom Battery lock Battery Battery latch DVD drive Customer care label Memory bay Hard drive bay Component Icon Hard drive bay Customer ...
... bay. For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. Slide to unlock the battery. Provides power when the convertible notebook is located in "Identifying drive types" on page 65. Install a memory module into this drive. Includes the Customer Care contact information.... For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 2. www.gateway.com Bottom Battery lock Battery Battery latch DVD drive Customer care label Memory bay Hard drive bay Component Icon Hard drive bay Customer ...
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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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... glare by installing shades or curtains on the sides clear. Instead, use your convertible notebook while it is perpendicular to your convertible notebook, and fire danger. Instead, place your convertible notebook on a rigid, hard surface, and make sure that you can block your convertible notebook's ventilation openings, leading to overheating, permanent damage to your line of obstructions, or...
... glare by installing shades or curtains on the sides clear. Instead, use your convertible notebook while it is perpendicular to your convertible notebook, and fire danger. Instead, place your convertible notebook on a rigid, hard surface, and make sure that you can block your convertible notebook's ventilation openings, leading to overheating, permanent damage to your line of obstructions, or...
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... on distant objects. • Where feasible, keep your head vertical while looking at the screen. If the desk is not adjustable or is at your convertible notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Sit with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you ...or neck. 17 Sitting at or slightly below the level of your elbow. You can use a pillow or cushion to provide extra back support. www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes on your screen for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands and...
... on distant objects. • Where feasible, keep your head vertical while looking at the screen. If the desk is not adjustable or is at your convertible notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Sit with your back straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you ...or neck. 17 Sitting at or slightly below the level of your elbow. You can use a pillow or cushion to provide extra back support. www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes on your screen for your computer desk. • Adjust the height of the computer desk so your hands and...
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...up the work day, and schedule a variety of the same type purchased from Gateway. The battery was shipped to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your convertible notebook on page 66. 18 Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Warning...may be much shorter than you partially charged. You should use your convertible notebook or one of tasks. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to be damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that you use ...
...up the work day, and schedule a variety of the same type purchased from Gateway. The battery was shipped to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your convertible notebook on page 66. 18 Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Warning...may be much shorter than you partially charged. You should use your convertible notebook or one of tasks. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to be damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that you use ...
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... 2. 19 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). www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to your...to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off your convertible notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
... 2. 19 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). www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to your...to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off your convertible notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
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...data loss or system damage. If you can enter your dialup modem connection. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Protecting from reaching your convertible notebook. Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use a surge protector. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem ...and prevents them to a standard telephone line. Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 20 To protect your convertible notebook and avoid electrical shock, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified ...
...data loss or system damage. If you can enter your dialup modem connection. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Protecting from reaching your convertible notebook. Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use a surge protector. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem ...and prevents them to a standard telephone line. Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 20 To protect your convertible notebook and avoid electrical shock, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified ...
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... a wired Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack on your convertible notebook. Starting your convertible notebook Warning Do not work with the convertible notebook resting on your lap. Do not use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to harm your...enough to a wired Ethernet network. If the air vents are not obstructed. 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 an optional port replicator, see the port replicator user guide. 2 Insert the ...
... a wired Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack on your convertible notebook. Starting your convertible notebook Warning Do not work with the convertible notebook resting on your lap. Do not use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to harm your...enough to a wired Ethernet network. If the air vents are not obstructed. 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 an optional port replicator, see the port replicator user guide. 2 Insert the ...
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... on any peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, speakers, and port replicators. 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... that came with each device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your convertible notebook for its setup instructions.
... on any peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, speakers, and port replicators. 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... that came with each device for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your convertible notebook for its setup instructions.
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... in Standby mode, the power indicator flashes. Turning off your convertible notebook To turn off your online User Guide. Windows shuts down and turns off your convertible notebook. Waking up . Tip For more information on using Windows, see "Changing power modes" on page 69. www.gateway.com 5 To open the main menu, click or tap...
... in Standby mode, the power indicator flashes. Turning off your convertible notebook To turn off your online User Guide. Windows shuts down and turns off your convertible notebook. Waking up . Tip For more information on using Windows, see "Changing power modes" on page 69. www.gateway.com 5 To open the main menu, click or tap...