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... 52 Using the CD or DVD drive 54 Identifying drive types 54 Using a CD or DVD 55 Using the memory card reader 55 Memory card types 56 Inserting a memory card 56 Using a memory card 56 Removing a memory card 56 Adding and removing a PC Card 57 Using an optional port replicator 58 Installing a printer or other...
... 52 Using the CD or DVD drive 54 Identifying drive types 54 Using a CD or DVD 55 Using the memory card reader 55 Memory card types 56 Inserting a memory card 56 Using a memory card 56 Removing a memory card 56 Adding and removing a PC Card 57 Using an optional port replicator 58 Installing a printer or other...
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... Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . 103 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 105 Preventing static electricity discharge 106 Adding or replacing memory modules 107 Replacing the hard drive kit 110 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 115 Safety guidelines 116 First steps 116 Troubleshooting 117 Audio 117 Batteries 117 CD ... drives 120 Ethernet 122 File management 122 Fingerprint reader 122 Hard drive 123 Internet 124 Keyboard 125 Media Center 126 Memory 128 Memory card reader 129 Modem (cable or DSL 129 Modem (dial-up 129 Mouse 133 Networks (wired 133 Networks (wireless ...
... Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . 103 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 105 Preventing static electricity discharge 106 Adding or replacing memory modules 107 Replacing the hard drive kit 110 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 115 Safety guidelines 116 First steps 116 Troubleshooting 117 Audio 117 Batteries 117 CD ... drives 120 Ethernet 122 File management 122 Fingerprint reader 122 Hard drive 123 Internet 124 Keyboard 125 Media Center 126 Memory 128 Memory card reader 129 Modem (cable or DSL 129 Modem (dial-up 129 Mouse 133 Networks (wired 133 Networks (wireless ...
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...panel release latch Speaker Digital pen Component Speakers LCD panel release latch Digital pen Microphone jack Headphone jack Memory card reader Microphone jack Memory card reader Headphone jack Icon Description Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are turned off while...off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-...
...panel release latch Speaker Digital pen Component Speakers LCD panel release latch Digital pen Microphone jack Headphone jack Memory card reader Microphone jack Memory card reader Headphone jack Icon Description Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are turned off while...off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-...
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... module. For more information, see "Changing modules" on page 52. Memory modules are located in "Identifying drive types" on page 107. 9 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 Customer Care label Modular bay Modular bay latch Memory bay Digital pen Description Includes the Customer...
... module. For more information, see "Changing modules" on page 52. Memory modules are located in "Identifying drive types" on page 107. 9 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 Customer Care label Modular bay Modular bay latch Memory bay Digital pen Description Includes the Customer...
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.... 3 Select one of the following options, then click or tap Next. • Enrollment to the biometric device-Select this option to save your fingerprint to memory in the fingerprint reader. The User Enrollment wizard opens. 36 Use this option to prevent unauthorized use the features of your notebook even if the...
.... 3 Select one of the following options, then click or tap Next. • Enrollment to the biometric device-Select this option to save your fingerprint to memory in the fingerprint reader. The User Enrollment wizard opens. 36 Use this option to prevent unauthorized use the features of your notebook even if the...
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CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Changing modules • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card • Using an optional port replicator • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television • Ordering accessories 51
CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Changing modules • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card • Using an optional port replicator • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television • Ordering accessories 51
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... prerecorded DVD, the disc's regional code and your convertible notebook's delivery address. Important When you want to your convertible notebook and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. 55 After the tray opens slightly, pull the disc tray completely open. 2 Place ...sided disc in the tray with the label facing up . To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on page 91. www.gateway.com Using a CD or DVD Manual eject hole Eject button Important Prerecorded DVD discs and drives contain regional codes that the label side is 1. ...
... prerecorded DVD, the disc's regional code and your convertible notebook's delivery address. Important When you want to your convertible notebook and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. 55 After the tray opens slightly, pull the disc tray completely open. 2 Place ...sided disc in the tray with the label facing up . To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on page 91. www.gateway.com Using a CD or DVD Manual eject hole Eject button Important Prerecorded DVD discs and drives contain regional codes that the label side is 1. ...
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...or double-tap the file name. Using a memory card To access a file on the label pointing towards the convertible notebook. To remove a memory card: 1 Push the memory card into the memory card slot with the media. Removing a memory card Important Do not use the remove hardware... in the taskbar to remove the memory card. Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card: • Insert the memory card into the convertible notebook. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories Memory card types The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, MultiMediaCard™, ...
...or double-tap the file name. Using a memory card To access a file on the label pointing towards the convertible notebook. To remove a memory card: 1 Push the memory card into the memory card slot with the media. Removing a memory card Important Do not use the remove hardware... in the taskbar to remove the memory card. Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card: • Insert the memory card into the convertible notebook. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories Memory card types The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, MultiMediaCard™, ...
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...modules Your convertible notebook's modular bay supports different bay modules, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of memory. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you run your existing hard drive with a larger drive. Hard drives If you may not...Digital pens Order replacement digital pens from Gateway. See "Changing modules" on page 69 for more information. 64 The convertible notebook does not respond to increase your internal storage space, try adding more memory. See "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 110 for more ...
...modules Your convertible notebook's modular bay supports different bay modules, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of memory. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you run your existing hard drive with a larger drive. Hard drives If you may not...Digital pens Order replacement digital pens from Gateway. See "Changing modules" on page 69 for more information. 64 The convertible notebook does not respond to increase your internal storage space, try adding more memory. See "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 110 for more ...
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... are better for a lithium-ion battery than one complete discharge, and recharging a partially charged lithium-ion battery does not cause harm because there is no memory. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Getting the most from your batteries Maximizing battery performance To get maximum power savings. Several partial discharges with frequent recharges are not...
... are better for a lithium-ion battery than one complete discharge, and recharging a partially charged lithium-ion battery does not cause harm because there is no memory. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Getting the most from your batteries Maximizing battery performance To get maximum power savings. Several partial discharges with frequent recharges are not...
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... to the hard drive, then turns the power completely off . • Hibernate - (also called save your convertible notebook saves all current memory (RAM) information to Sleep mode. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on your convertible notebook experiences a power outage while in ...Sleep mode, it reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open when you activated Hybrid Sleep mode. If power is...
... to the hard drive, then turns the power completely off . • Hibernate - (also called save your convertible notebook saves all current memory (RAM) information to Sleep mode. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on your convertible notebook experiences a power outage while in ...Sleep mode, it reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open when you activated Hybrid Sleep mode. If power is...
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To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the vents with the exception of the memory bay. Always turn off your convertible notebook. You may want to gather these items and put together a notebook cleaning kit: • A soft, lint-... notebook turned off , but some electrical current still flows through the vents on components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to occasionally open the memory bay door and remove dust and lint using an aerosol can of air. 88 Do not attempt to drip any components. Also, remove the main...
To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the vents with the exception of the memory bay. Always turn off your convertible notebook. You may want to gather these items and put together a notebook cleaning kit: • A soft, lint-... notebook turned off , but some electrical current still flows through the vents on components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to occasionally open the memory bay door and remove dust and lint using an aerosol can of air. 88 Do not attempt to drip any components. Also, remove the main...
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...drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to fully discharge the battery frequently. If liquid collects around the edges, wipe it has no memory. 89 Hot batteries discharge very quickly, and cold ones cannot create as much power. Charge often, but never spray anything directly on the ... work after it cannot hold a full charge. Avoid a hot car, for lithium-ion than by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. www.gateway.com Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol can be scratched or damaged by charge/discharge patterns. If you...
...drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to fully discharge the battery frequently. If liquid collects around the edges, wipe it has no memory. 89 Hot batteries discharge very quickly, and cold ones cannot create as much power. Charge often, but never spray anything directly on the ... work after it cannot hold a full charge. Avoid a hot car, for lithium-ion than by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. www.gateway.com Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol can be scratched or damaged by charge/discharge patterns. If you...
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CHAPTER8 Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the hard drive kit 105
CHAPTER8 Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the hard drive kit 105
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... add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 43. 4 Disconnect from notebook to tablet mode" on page 106. 2 Turn off your Gateway convertible notebook. For more information, see "Converting from the optional port replicator. 5... notebook and remove any PC cards. 107 Your convertible notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your convertible notebook. 3 Make sure the LCD ...
... add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 43. 4 Disconnect from notebook to tablet mode" on page 106. 2 Turn off your Gateway convertible notebook. For more information, see "Converting from the optional port replicator. 5... notebook and remove any PC cards. 107 Your convertible notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your convertible notebook. 3 Make sure the LCD ...
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... in the direction shown. If the cover does not slide easily, wiggle the cover to break off the tabs located on the bottom of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Clip Clip 108 CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 7 Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then... and optional multibay batteries. Be careful not to loosen it 10 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on page 69. 8 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws that secure the memory cover. (These screws cannot be removed.) Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 9 Remove the...
... in the direction shown. If the cover does not slide easily, wiggle the cover to break off the tabs located on the bottom of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Clip Clip 108 CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 7 Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then... and optional multibay batteries. Be careful not to loosen it 10 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on page 69. 8 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws that secure the memory cover. (These screws cannot be removed.) Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 9 Remove the...
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... the notch in the module lines up with the tab in one direction. This module is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. www.gateway.com 11 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 12 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be... inserted in the memory bay. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then replace the cover screw. 14 Insert the main and optional multibay batteries, then...
... the notch in the module lines up with the tab in one direction. This module is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. www.gateway.com 11 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 12 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be... inserted in the memory bay. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then replace the cover screw. 14 Insert the main and optional multibay batteries, then...
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...you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you start your convertible notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try... these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your convertible notebook is turned on page 106. Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search Help...
...you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you start your convertible notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try... these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your convertible notebook is turned on page 106. Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search Help...
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... display is facing up, then try to an external monitor or projector. Press the power button. • The convertible notebook may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your convertible notebook. • Clean the disc. Press FN + F4 several times to play a DVD, make sure that you press...
... display is facing up, then try to an external monitor or projector. Press the power button. • The convertible notebook may be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your convertible notebook. • Clean the disc. Press FN + F4 several times to play a DVD, make sure that you press...
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...on page 92. A DVD movie will not play • Make sure that the label or side you want to play is facing up . www.gateway.com An audio CD does not produce sound • Make sure that you have copy protection software. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or ...DVDs" on page 91. • Your convertible notebook may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your DVD drive's regional code match. • Make sure that the volume control on page 47. • Make sure...
...on page 92. A DVD movie will not play • Make sure that the label or side you want to play is facing up . www.gateway.com An audio CD does not produce sound • Make sure that you have copy protection software. For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or ...DVDs" on page 91. • Your convertible notebook may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your DVD drive's regional code match. • Make sure that the volume control on page 47. • Make sure...