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www.gateway.com Contents Editing track information 71 Creating and editing videos 72 Editing videos 72 Transferring your video to your notebook 73 Editing your video 74 ... software features 87 Windows Media Player advanced features 87 CyberLink Power2Go advanced features 87 Chapter 8: Managing Power 89 Monitoring the battery charge 90 Recharging the battery 90 Extending battery life 90 Conserving battery power 90 Using alternate power sources 91 Changing power modes 91 Changing notebook power settings 92 Changing the power scheme 92...
www.gateway.com Contents Editing track information 71 Creating and editing videos 72 Editing videos 72 Transferring your video to your notebook 73 Editing your video 74 ... software features 87 Windows Media Player advanced features 87 CyberLink Power2Go advanced features 87 Chapter 8: Managing Power 89 Monitoring the battery charge 90 Recharging the battery 90 Extending battery life 90 Conserving battery power 90 Using alternate power sources 91 Changing power modes 91 Changing notebook power settings 92 Changing the power scheme 92...
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www.gateway.com Contents Scheduling maintenance tasks 139 Moving from Your Old Computer 139 Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 139 Transferring files 140 Transferring Internet ... connections 144 Files 145 Security 145 Power 145 Additional tips 146 Chapter 14: Troubleshooting 147 Safety guidelines 148 First steps 148 Troubleshooting 148 Audio 148 Battery 148 CD drives 148 Device installation 149 Diskette drive 149 Display 150 DVD drives 151 File management 152 Hard drive 153 Internet 153 Keyboard 154...
www.gateway.com Contents Scheduling maintenance tasks 139 Moving from Your Old Computer 139 Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 139 Transferring files 140 Transferring Internet ... connections 144 Files 145 Security 145 Power 145 Additional tips 146 Chapter 14: Troubleshooting 147 Safety guidelines 148 First steps 148 Troubleshooting 148 Audio 148 Battery 148 CD drives 148 Device installation 149 Diskette drive 149 Display 150 DVD drives 151 File management 152 Hard drive 153 Internet 153 Keyboard 154...
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...- to high-quality, brand-name components at support.gateway.com. 2 CHAPTER 1: Getting Help www.gateway.com Thank you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on battery power. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to ensure that you are... sure that you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes...
...- to high-quality, brand-name components at support.gateway.com. 2 CHAPTER 1: Getting Help www.gateway.com Thank you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on battery power. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to ensure that you are... sure that you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes...
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... alerts you to turn on page 143. Avoid working with confidential files until you can see "Traveling with your notebook. ■ Charge your battery before you travel assistance if your notebook for problems and conflicts. www.gateway.com Traveling securely BigFix Your notebook may ask you by flashing the blue taskbar icon.
... alerts you to turn on page 143. Avoid working with confidential files until you can see "Traveling with your notebook. ■ Charge your battery before you travel assistance if your notebook for problems and conflicts. www.gateway.com Traveling securely BigFix Your notebook may ask you by flashing the blue taskbar icon.
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CHAPTER 8 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 89
CHAPTER 8 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 89
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... If the power cord icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. Closely monitor the battery charge. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Monitoring the battery charge Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. Your new...
... If the power cord icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. Closely monitor the battery charge. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Monitoring the battery charge Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. Your new...
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... saves all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns the power completely off. For more information, see "Recharging the battery" on taking your notebook reduces or turns off . If your work before traveling. When in -flight power receptacle, an automobile power outlet,...and documents that were open when you cannot use the following power modes to the hard drive. while your notebook's battery(ies): ■ Standby - www.gateway.com Extending battery life ■ Use the CD or DVD drive only when necessary. This drive uses a large amount of your notebook...
... saves all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns the power completely off. For more information, see "Recharging the battery" on taking your notebook reduces or turns off . If your work before traveling. When in -flight power receptacle, an automobile power outlet,...and documents that were open when you cannot use the following power modes to the hard drive. while your notebook's battery(ies): ■ Standby - www.gateway.com Extending battery life ■ Use the CD or DVD drive only when necessary. This drive uses a large amount of your notebook...
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...arrow. The Control Panel window opens. Your notebook's default settings operate the processor at reduced speed (which uses less power) while using battery power. If your Control Panel is automatically turned off. Type the keyword power scheme in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click...) let you select. To change the function of the defined power schemes or create a custom power scheme. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings You can change the power scheme: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. You can select one of ...
...arrow. The Control Panel window opens. Your notebook's default settings operate the processor at reduced speed (which uses less power) while using battery power. If your Control Panel is automatically turned off. Type the keyword power scheme in Category View, click Performance and Maintenance. 2 Click...) let you select. To change the function of the defined power schemes or create a custom power scheme. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings You can change the power scheme: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. You can select one of ...
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The Control Panel window opens. www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings 3 Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, then click the power scheme you when the battery charge is in the Search box, then click the arrow. OR Set the timers, then click Save As and type a name for...
The Control Panel window opens. www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings 3 Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, then click the power scheme you when the battery charge is in the Search box, then click the arrow. OR Set the timers, then click Save As and type a name for...
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...notebook to the notebook. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan slots. Magnetic fields can of time, unplug AC power and remove the battery after it in a carrying case. ■ Keep your notebook away from magnetic fields. The case, although strong, is on because data... or warp in high temperatures. CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com Caring for your notebook Tips & Tricks If your notebook has two batteries: To partially discharge the main battery, remove the secondary battery after discharging it . Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and ...
...notebook to the notebook. ■ Do not block the ventilation fan slots. Magnetic fields can of time, unplug AC power and remove the battery after it in a carrying case. ■ Keep your notebook away from magnetic fields. The case, although strong, is on because data... or warp in high temperatures. CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com Caring for your notebook Tips & Tricks If your notebook has two batteries: To partially discharge the main battery, remove the secondary battery after discharging it . Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and ...
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..., brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. For more information, see "Protecting your notebook. www.gateway.com Protecting your notebook from viruses Warning When you shut down . Also, remove the battery(ies) before cleaning any water into the vents. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to remove dust and lint...
..., brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth. For more information, see "Protecting your notebook. www.gateway.com Protecting your notebook from viruses Warning When you shut down . Also, remove the battery(ies) before cleaning any water into the vents. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to remove dust and lint...
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...list of a wireless device in the destination country. ■ If your notebook came equipped with you so you can interfere with Your Notebook www.gateway.com Packing your wireless IEEE 802.11 device, press FN + F2. If your notebook is equipped with a wireless device, check with the local... traveling internationally. Dial-up modem ■ Take a telephone cord to connect the modem to communicate. Traveling by air ■ Charge the battery in case airport security asks you to your ISP while outside of wireless devices. To turn off your usual calling area. Secure it to ...
...list of a wireless device in the destination country. ■ If your notebook came equipped with you so you can interfere with Your Notebook www.gateway.com Packing your wireless IEEE 802.11 device, press FN + F2. If your notebook is equipped with a wireless device, check with the local... traveling internationally. Dial-up modem ■ Take a telephone cord to connect the modem to communicate. Traveling by air ■ Charge the battery in case airport security asks you to your ISP while outside of wireless devices. To turn off your usual calling area. Secure it to ...
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... from power surges. ■ To get the best performance from your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see your notebook display. Contact your network administrator for more information about remote access. ■ Take extra recordable media ...a cable lock and leave your notebook in "Protecting your notebook" on conserving battery power, using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use the most efficient power management settings. www.gateway.com Files Security Important Use a password that you can remember, but that ...
... from power surges. ■ To get the best performance from your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see your notebook display. Contact your network administrator for more information about remote access. ■ Take extra recordable media ...a cable lock and leave your notebook in "Protecting your notebook" on conserving battery power, using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use the most efficient power management settings. www.gateway.com Files Security Important Use a password that you can remember, but that ...
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CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery(ies) is installed, and while the modem cable, network... about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in the Search box, then click the arrow. Troubleshooting Audio Battery CD drives 148 Audio troubleshooting is covered under "Power" on page 165. While troubleshooting your...
CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery(ies) is installed, and while the modem cable, network... about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in the Search box, then click the arrow. Troubleshooting Audio Battery CD drives 148 Audio troubleshooting is covered under "Power" on page 165. While troubleshooting your...
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...Click/Double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. Make sure that it is connected to the correct port. ■ Make sure that the battery is online. Many printers have selected it on , and working device, such as Default Printer. 164 The Control Panel window opens. Replace... setup. Your notebook is not working on battery power ■ Check the power management settings. Printer Help and Support For more information, see the hardware guide. To test the outlet, plug a working correctly. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Power Tips & Tricks For instructions on...
...Click/Double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. Make sure that it is connected to the correct port. ■ Make sure that the battery is online. Many printers have selected it on , and working device, such as Default Printer. 164 The Control Panel window opens. Replace... setup. Your notebook is not working on battery power ■ Check the power management settings. Printer Help and Support For more information, see the hardware guide. To test the outlet, plug a working correctly. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Power Tips & Tricks For instructions on...
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... satellite receiver card, make sure that the total ampere rating on the notebook and in areas classified as a radiator. ■ Set up your Gateway system. Dispose of batteries according to the correct voltage. ■ Openings in the proper position for ventilation. Such areas include patient care areas of electrical current still flows...
... satellite receiver card, make sure that the total ampere rating on the notebook and in areas classified as a radiator. ■ Set up your Gateway system. Dispose of batteries according to the correct voltage. ■ Openings in the proper position for ventilation. Such areas include patient care areas of electrical current still flows...
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... library 71 cleaning 133 editing track information 71 playing 66 automobile power adapter 91 AVI file 65 B background 121 backing up files 138 battery alternate power sources 91 charge indicator 90 charge status 90 charging 90 conserving power 90 icons 90 managing power 90 monitoring charge 90 recharging... 90 battery alarm options 93 BigFix 6, 51 starting 134 using 134 Bluetooth 144 broadband Internet connection 36 browser Web 36, 37 browsing for files ...
... library 71 cleaning 133 editing track information 71 playing 66 automobile power adapter 91 AVI file 65 B background 121 backing up files 138 battery alternate power sources 91 charge indicator 90 charge status 90 charging 90 conserving power 90 icons 90 managing power 90 monitoring charge 90 recharging... 90 battery alarm options 93 BigFix 6, 51 starting 134 using 134 Bluetooth 144 broadband Internet connection 36 browser Web 36, 37 browsing for files ...
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Index www.gateway.com PC Card troubleshooting 163 pen button 12 calibrating 11, 163 gestures 12 tips 12 troubleshooting 163 peripheral devices 54 playing audio CD 66 audio ..., 176 120, 121, 122, 123 screen resolution 55 R radio listening with Windows Media Player 87 radio approval authorities 144 radio frequency wireless connections 144 recharging battery 90 recordable drive See DVD drive recording audio file 69 CD tracks 69, 85 recovering device drivers 31 files and folders 17 programs 31 system...
Index www.gateway.com PC Card troubleshooting 163 pen button 12 calibrating 11, 163 gestures 12 tips 12 troubleshooting 163 peripheral devices 54 playing audio CD 66 audio ..., 176 120, 121, 122, 123 screen resolution 55 R radio listening with Windows Media Player 87 radio approval authorities 144 radio frequency wireless connections 144 recharging battery 90 recordable drive See DVD drive recording audio file 69 CD tracks 69, 85 recovering device drivers 31 files and folders 17 programs 31 system...
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www.gateway.com Index startup password 145 status indicators battery charge 90 toggle on or off 165 troubleshooting 165 Sticky Notes 11 Support using 3 S-Video...pen 12 title bar 10 touchpad changing settings 124 TPM 43 training CD 168 classroom 168 Gateway Learning Libraries 168 Learn With Gateway 168 transferring files from Internet 39 files from old computer 139, 140 Internet settings from ... WAV file 65 Web browser 36, 37 Web page 37 Web site 37 connecting to 38 downloading files 39 Gateway 2 window 10 close button 10 closing 10, 24 maximize button 10 menu bar 10 minimize button 10 title bar...
www.gateway.com Index startup password 145 status indicators battery charge 90 toggle on or off 165 troubleshooting 165 Sticky Notes 11 Support using 3 S-Video...pen 12 title bar 10 touchpad changing settings 124 TPM 43 training CD 168 classroom 168 Gateway Learning Libraries 168 Learn With Gateway 168 transferring files from Internet 39 files from old computer 139, 140 Internet settings from ... WAV file 65 Web browser 36, 37 Web page 37 Web site 37 connecting to 38 downloading files 39 Gateway 2 window 10 close button 10 closing 10, 24 maximize button 10 menu bar 10 minimize button 10 title bar...