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...Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Bottom 9 Keyboard area 10 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 13 Working safely and comfortably 14 Reducing eye strain 14 Setting up your computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your convertible notebook...or network 19 Starting your convertible notebook 19 Waking up your convertible notebook 21 Turning off your convertible notebook 21 Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook 22 Using the status ...
...Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Bottom 9 Keyboard area 10 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 13 Working safely and comfortably 14 Reducing eye strain 14 Setting up your computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your convertible notebook...or network 19 Starting your convertible notebook 19 Waking up your convertible notebook 21 Turning off your convertible notebook 21 Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook 22 Using the status ...
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www.gateway.com Ordering accessories 64 Chapter 5: Managing Power 67 Monitoring the battery charge 68 Recharging the batteries 68 Changing batteries 69 Replacing the main battery 69 ... performance 72 Conserving battery power 72 Using alternate power sources 73 Changing power modes 74 Changing convertible notebook power settings 75 Changing the power plan 76 Changing advanced settings 77 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 79 Packing your convertible notebook 80 Traveling by air 80 Dial-up modem 80 Radio frequency wireless connections 81 Files...
www.gateway.com Ordering accessories 64 Chapter 5: Managing Power 67 Monitoring the battery charge 68 Recharging the batteries 68 Changing batteries 69 Replacing the main battery 69 ... performance 72 Conserving battery power 72 Using alternate power sources 73 Changing power modes 74 Changing convertible notebook power settings 75 Changing the power plan 76 Changing advanced settings 77 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 79 Packing your convertible notebook 80 Traveling by air 80 Dial-up modem 80 Radio frequency wireless connections 81 Files...
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Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway convertible notebook. Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that ... this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • ...
Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway convertible notebook. Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that ... this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide. For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • ...
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Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. 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 section are for informational purposes only. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in this information if you...
Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. 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 section are for informational purposes only. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in this information if you...
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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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...RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-Picture cards. 6 For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on your convertible notebook's display using the digital pen. The built-in speakers are turned off while an external microphone is turned off when speakers or headphones ...-in . Write, tap, and input directly on page 55. Press to open the LCD panel. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Front Speaker LCD panel release latch Speaker Digital pen Component Speakers LCD panel release latch Digital pen Microphone jack Headphone jack Memory card reader...
...RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-Picture cards. 6 For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on your convertible notebook's display using the digital pen. The built-in speakers are turned off while an external microphone is turned off when speakers or headphones ...-in . Write, tap, and input directly on page 55. Press to open the LCD panel. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Front Speaker LCD panel release latch Speaker Digital pen Component Speakers LCD panel release latch Digital pen Microphone jack Headphone jack Memory card reader...
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...DSL modem, or an Ethernet network jack. Warning: Power is certified to UL 1950 for use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway convertible notebook. Plug an Ethernet network cable into this slot. Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. Insert one... Type II PC Card into this connector. Left www.gateway.com Power connector Docking port Monitor port Ethernet jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot Component Icon Description Power connector Docking...
...DSL modem, or an Ethernet network jack. Warning: Power is certified to UL 1950 for use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway convertible notebook. Plug an Ethernet network cable into this slot. Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. Insert one... Type II PC Card into this connector. Left www.gateway.com Power connector Docking port Monitor port Ethernet jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot Component Icon Description Power connector Docking...
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... blocked, your skin. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into these slots are blocked, the convertible notebook may become hot enough to harm your convertible notebook may overheat resulting in "Identifying drive types" on a bed, sofa, rug, or other than the...the dial-up modem cable into this bay. Warning: Do not work with your convertible notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to the convertible notebook. Secure your convertible notebook, contact Gateway. For more information, see "Changing modules" on page 52. Helps cool internal components...
... blocked, your skin. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into these slots are blocked, the convertible notebook may become hot enough to harm your convertible notebook may overheat resulting in "Identifying drive types" on a bed, sofa, rug, or other than the...the dial-up modem cable into this bay. Warning: Do not work with your convertible notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to the convertible notebook. Secure your convertible notebook, contact Gateway. For more information, see "Changing modules" on page 52. Helps cool internal components...
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...this bay. To determine the type of drive in this bay. Important: To order a module other than the one that came with your convertible notebook, contact Gateway. For more information, see "Changing modules" on page 3. Memory modules are located in the modular bay, examine the drive tray's plastic ...cover and compare the logo to release the module. Bottom www.gateway.com Battery latch Main battery Battery lock Memory bay Modular bay latch Hard drive Modular bay bay Customer care label Pen latch Component Icon...
...this bay. To determine the type of drive in this bay. Important: To order a module other than the one that came with your convertible notebook, contact Gateway. For more information, see "Changing modules" on page 3. Memory modules are located in the modular bay, examine the drive tray's plastic ...cover and compare the logo to release the module. Bottom www.gateway.com Battery latch Main battery Battery lock Memory bay Modular bay latch Hard drive Modular bay bay Customer care label Pen latch Component Icon...
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...indicators Microphone Keyboard Optional fingerprint reader Power button Power button lock Touchpad 10 Provides power when the convertible notebook is located in this bay. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Battery latch Main battery Battery lock Hard drive bay Pen latch Digital pen Description ... to unlock the battery. The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on your convertible notebook's display using the digital pen. Slide to release the main battery. Write, tap, and input directly on page 69. Slide to...
...indicators Microphone Keyboard Optional fingerprint reader Power button Power button lock Touchpad 10 Provides power when the convertible notebook is located in this bay. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Battery latch Main battery Battery lock Hard drive bay Pen latch Digital pen Description ... to unlock the battery. The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on your convertible notebook's display using the digital pen. Slide to release the main battery. Write, tap, and input directly on page 69. Slide to...
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... information, see "Using the status indicators" on page 25. Power button lock Locks the power button so the convertible notebook cannot be accidently turned off when using it in microphone is turned off . www.gateway.com Component Icon Description Fingerprint reader (optional) Provides enhanced security. Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in...
... information, see "Using the status indicators" on page 25. Power button lock Locks the power button so the convertible notebook cannot be accidently turned off when using it in microphone is turned off . www.gateway.com Component Icon Description Fingerprint reader (optional) Provides enhanced security. Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in...
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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 optional 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 optional fingerprint reader...
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...sure that you can become quite high, increasing the risk of burns to your line of fire and personal injury. Warning Do not use your convertible notebook on the sides clear. You must keep the ventilation openings on a soft surface, such as your lap, a blanket, carpet, or a ...the screen or shine 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 sight. • Place your feet flat on the floor or on your screen...
...sure that you can become quite high, increasing the risk of burns to your line of fire and personal injury. Warning Do not use your convertible notebook on the sides clear. You must keep the ventilation openings on a soft surface, such as your lap, a blanket, carpet, or a ...the screen or shine 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 sight. • Place your feet flat on the floor or on your screen...
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www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes 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 positioned parallel to the floor when you type. • Do not slouch forward... or lean far back. You can use an external keyboard, raise the convertible notebook so the top of time. Sit with your back straight so your elbow. If you use a pillow or cushion to stand and stretch your legs...
www.gateway.com • Avoid focusing your eyes 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 positioned parallel to the floor when you type. • Do not slouch forward... or lean far back. You can use an external keyboard, raise the convertible notebook so the top of time. Sit with your back straight so your elbow. If you use a pillow or cushion to stand and stretch your legs...
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...batteries" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may need to you use the AC adapter that can run your convertible notebook using an AC adapter or your eyes. • Find ways to fully charge the batteries. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that ...returning defective AC adapters. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Avoiding discomfort and injury from Gateway. Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. You should use your convertible notebook on page 71. 16 Important If the batteries are not fully charged before you expect. ...
...batteries" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may need to you use the AC adapter that can run your convertible notebook using an AC adapter or your eyes. • Find ways to fully charge the batteries. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that ...returning defective AC adapters. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Avoiding discomfort and injury from Gateway. Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. You should use your convertible notebook on page 71. 16 Important If the batteries are not fully charged before you expect. ...
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...on page 3. 17 For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on and off your convertible notebook and leave it connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2... Connect the AC adapter to your convertible notebook for the location of the battery charge indicator). The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn ...
...on page 3. 17 For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on and off your convertible notebook and leave it connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2... Connect the AC adapter to your convertible notebook for the location of the battery charge indicator). The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn ...
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... of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for your convertible notebook can use a surge protector that has a modem jack. Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 18 If you have ... risk of the modem cable into your dialup modem connection. If you can increase to a standard telephone line. Connecting the dial-up modem Your convertible notebook has a built-in 56K modem that you have a cable modem, use to connect to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or...
... of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for your convertible notebook can use a surge protector that has a modem jack. Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. 18 If you have ... risk of the modem cable into your dialup modem connection. If you can increase to a standard telephone line. Connecting the dial-up modem Your convertible notebook has a built-in 56K modem that you have a cable modem, use to connect to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or...
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...gateway.com Connecting to a broadband modem or network Your convertible notebook has a network jack that you can use the convertible notebook on your lap. Do not use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network. If the air vents are blocked, the convertible notebook..., or Ethernet network jack. To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to harm your convertible notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Starting your convertible notebook Warning Do not work with the convertible notebook resting on your convertible notebook. 2 Insert the other similar surface. 19
...gateway.com Connecting to a broadband modem or network Your convertible notebook has a network jack that you can use the convertible notebook on your lap. Do not use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network. If the air vents are blocked, the convertible notebook..., or Ethernet network jack. To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to harm your convertible notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Starting your convertible notebook Warning Do not work with the convertible notebook resting on your convertible notebook. 2 Insert the other similar surface. 19
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...click or tap (Start). Tip For more information, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral device" on the front of your convertible notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting... your convertible notebook for files. For more information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Keyboard area" on , make sure the Power Button Lock is in your convertible notebook does not turn on using Windows, see "Using Windows" and...
...click or tap (Start). Tip For more information, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral device" on the front of your convertible notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting... your convertible notebook for files. For more information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Keyboard area" on , make sure the Power Button Lock is in your convertible notebook does not turn on using Windows, see "Using Windows" and...
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... are running just as you left them . Press FN+F3. Turning off . For more information about Sleep mode, see "Changing power modes" on your convertible notebook into Sleep mode is much faster than turning on page 74. www.gateway.com Waking up . While in Sleep mode, press the power button to Sleep mode.
... are running just as you left them . Press FN+F3. Turning off . For more information about Sleep mode, see "Changing power modes" on your convertible notebook into Sleep mode is much faster than turning on page 74. www.gateway.com Waking up . While in Sleep mode, press the power button to Sleep mode.