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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 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 ... computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your convertible notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . 16 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting the dial-up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 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 ... computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your convertible notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . 16 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting the dial-up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting ...
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... projector 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 port Monitor port Ethernet jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot Plug the AC adapter cable into this port. For more... MP3 player) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. Connect the optional port replicator to UL 1950 for use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway convertible notebook.
... projector 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 port Monitor port Ethernet jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot Plug the AC adapter cable into this port. For more... MP3 player) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. Connect the optional port replicator to UL 1950 for use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway convertible notebook.
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • 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 • ...
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • 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 • ...
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... can cause serious injury or death. Allow three hours for the batteries to you expect. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your convertible notebook may be recalibrated. ...• Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule a variety of the same type purchased from Gateway. The batteries were shipped to fully charge. You should use the AC adapter that came with your convertible notebook or one of tasks. Warning Do not attempt to fully charge the batteries. The...
... can cause serious injury or death. Allow three hours for the batteries to you expect. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your convertible notebook may be recalibrated. ...• Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule a variety of the same type purchased from Gateway. The batteries were shipped to fully charge. You should use the AC adapter that came with your convertible notebook or one of tasks. Warning Do not attempt to fully charge the batteries. The...
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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 and leave it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on and off your convertible notebook's ... Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your convertible notebook, then plug it connected to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on , complete the following steps until...
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 and leave it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on and off your convertible notebook's ... Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your convertible notebook, then plug it connected to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on , complete the following steps until...
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...the progress. You should also recalibrate the batteries periodically to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. To recalibrate the batteries: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on the Customer Care label. When the recalibration has finished, the message "Press [Esc] key to maintain the accuracy of...entire process takes several hours. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you must start the process over again. www.gateway.com Recalibrating the batteries Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Open the Advanced menu. ...
...the progress. You should also recalibrate the batteries periodically to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. To recalibrate the batteries: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on the Customer Care label. When the recalibration has finished, the message "Press [Esc] key to maintain the accuracy of...entire process takes several hours. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you must start the process over again. www.gateway.com Recalibrating the batteries Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Open the Advanced menu. ...
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...memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 43. 4 Disconnect from the optional port replicator. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are available in various capacities and any PC cards. 107 Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver ... to replace memory modules. For more information, see "Converting from notebook to tablet mode" on page 106. 2 Turn off your Gateway convertible notebook. Your convertible notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules).
...memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 43. 4 Disconnect from the optional port replicator. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are available in various capacities and any PC cards. 107 Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver ... to replace memory modules. For more information, see "Converting from notebook to tablet mode" on page 106. 2 Turn off your Gateway convertible notebook. Your convertible notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules).
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Hard drive To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. If you would like more information, see "Converting from the optional port replicator. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are connected to the convertible notebook. 8 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected...
Hard drive To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. If you would like more information, see "Converting from the optional port replicator. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are connected to the convertible notebook. 8 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected...
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... correctly. Type the keyword printer troubleshooting in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 138 For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 16. • If your batteries, see "Changing batteries" on battery power • Check the power ...that the batteries are calibrated correctly. Power Your convertible notebook is not working on page 69. • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are fully recharged. For more information about using power management settings, see "Changing convertible notebook power settings" on . ...
... correctly. Type the keyword printer troubleshooting in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 138 For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 16. • If your batteries, see "Changing batteries" on battery power • Check the power ...that the batteries are calibrated correctly. Power Your convertible notebook is not working on page 69. • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are fully recharged. For more information about using power management settings, see "Changing convertible notebook power settings" on . ...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 16 connector 7 international adapters 73 accessories purchasing 64 safety precautions 145 acoustic handset coupler 80 airplane power adapters 64 application key 25, 26 arrow keys 25, 26 audio adjusting volume 29, 47 back button 28 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting ...button 28 stop button 28 troubleshooting 140 volume down button 29 volume up button 29 audio CD cleaning 91 inserting 55 automobile power adapter 73 automobile power adapters 64 B battery alternate power sources 73 bay 69 changing 69 charge indicator 24, 68 charge status 68 charging 16, 68 ...
Index A AC adapter connecting 16 connector 7 international adapters 73 accessories purchasing 64 safety precautions 145 acoustic handset coupler 80 airplane power adapters 64 application key 25, 26 arrow keys 25, 26 audio adjusting volume 29, 47 back button 28 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting ...button 28 stop button 28 troubleshooting 140 volume down button 29 volume up button 29 audio CD cleaning 91 inserting 55 automobile power adapter 73 automobile power adapters 64 B battery alternate power sources 73 bay 69 changing 69 charge indicator 24, 68 charge status 68 charging 16, 68 ...
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... 91 case 88 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 clicking 41, 45 closing unresponsive program 22 connecting AC adapter 16 dial-up modem 18 external keyboard 25 external monitor 60 keyboard 25 mouse 41 printer 58 projector 60 scanner 58 154 to cable modem...
... 91 case 88 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 clicking 41, 45 closing unresponsive program 22 connecting AC adapter 16 dial-up modem 18 external keyboard 25 external monitor 60 keyboard 25 mouse 41 printer 58 projector 60 scanner 58 154 to cable modem...
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... 1394 support for 59 USB support for 58, 59 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 port replicator docking port 7 using 65 power AC adapter 16, 73 advanced settings 75, 77 automobile/airplane adapter 73 battery 68, 69, 71, 72 button 11, 20, 27 button lock 11, 20 changing modes 74 changing schemes 76 ...connector 7, 16 conserving battery power 72 EmPower adapter 73 extending battery life 72 Hibernate mode 74 Hybrid Sleep mode 27, 74 indicator 21, ...
... 1394 support for 59 USB support for 58, 59 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 port replicator docking port 7 using 65 power AC adapter 16, 73 advanced settings 75, 77 automobile/airplane adapter 73 battery 68, 69, 71, 72 button 11, 20, 27 button lock 11, 20 changing modes 74 changing schemes 76 ...connector 7, 16 conserving battery power 72 EmPower adapter 73 extending battery life 72 Hibernate mode 74 Hybrid Sleep mode 27, 74 indicator 21, ...
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 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 ...computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your convertible notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 16 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting the dial-up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 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 ...computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your convertible notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 16 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting the dial-up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting ...
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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 port Monitor port Ethernet jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot Plug the AC adapter cable into this 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 port. Insert one ...
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 port Monitor port Ethernet jack USB ports IEEE 1394 port PC Card slot Plug the AC adapter cable into this 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 port. Insert one ...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • 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 • ...
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • 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 • ...
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Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery(ies) may need to be damaged. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule .... Caution Make sure that you partially charged. Allow three hours for the first time, the battery life may be recalibrated. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. You should use your convertible notebook...
Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery(ies) may need to be damaged. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your eyes. • Find ways to break up the work day, and schedule .... Caution Make sure that you partially charged. Allow three hours for the first time, the battery life may be recalibrated. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. You should use your convertible notebook...
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... the following steps 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 and leave it connected to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press...
... the following steps 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 and leave it connected to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press...
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... Installing the optional multibay battery Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Discard used in "Changing modules" on your Gateway convertible notebook. Dispose of explosion if battery is connected to local hazardous material regulations. Caution If you see a startup screen, press F2. The multibay...not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Your convertible notebook's modular bay accepts a multibay battery. The battery used batteries according to AC power. To recalibrate the battery(ies): 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on page 48.
... Installing the optional multibay battery Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Discard used in "Changing modules" on your Gateway convertible notebook. Dispose of explosion if battery is connected to local hazardous material regulations. Caution If you see a startup screen, press F2. The multibay...not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Your convertible notebook's modular bay accepts a multibay battery. The battery used batteries according to AC power. To recalibrate the battery(ies): 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on page 48.
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... batteries" on page 41. 4 Disconnect from notebook to replace memory modules. For more information, see "Converting from the optional port replicator. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are available in various capacities and any slot. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the... guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 88. 2 Turn off your Gateway convertible notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to tablet mode" on page 63. 89
... batteries" on page 41. 4 Disconnect from notebook to replace memory modules. For more information, see "Converting from the optional port replicator. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are available in various capacities and any slot. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the... guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 88. 2 Turn off your Gateway convertible notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to tablet mode" on page 63. 89
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... files" in your online User Guide. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 41. 6 Disconnect from the optional port replicator. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are connected to the convertible notebook. 8 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the convertible notebook and remove any...
... files" in your online User Guide. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 41. 6 Disconnect from the optional port replicator. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are connected to the convertible notebook. 8 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the convertible notebook and remove any...