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... Using the CD or DVD drive 36 Identifying drive types 36 Using a CD or DVD 38 Using the memory card reader 38 Memory card types 39 Inserting a memory card 39 Using a memory card 39 Removing a memory card 39 Adding and removing an Express Card 40 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 41 Connecting a USB device...
... Using the CD or DVD drive 36 Identifying drive types 36 Using a CD or DVD 38 Using the memory card reader 38 Memory card types 39 Inserting a memory card 39 Using a memory card 39 Removing a memory card 39 Adding and removing an Express Card 40 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 41 Connecting a USB device...
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www.gateway.com Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 57 Packing your notebook 58 Traveling by air 58 Dial-up modem 58 Radio frequency wireless connections 59 Files ... its factory condition . . . . . 78 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 79 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 81 Preventing static electricity discharge 82 Adding or replacing memory modules 83 Replacing the hard drive kit 86 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 89 Safety guidelines 90 First steps 90 Troubleshooting 91 Audio 91 Battery 91 CD drives...
www.gateway.com Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 57 Packing your notebook 58 Traveling by air 58 Dial-up modem 58 Radio frequency wireless connections 59 Files ... its factory condition . . . . . 78 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 79 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 81 Preventing static electricity discharge 82 Adding or replacing memory modules 83 Replacing the hard drive kit 86 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 89 Safety guidelines 90 First steps 90 Troubleshooting 91 Audio 91 Battery 91 CD drives...
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Contents Diskette drive (external 92 Display 92 DVD drives 94 Ethernet 95 Express cards 95 File management 96 Hard drive 96 Internet 97 Keyboard 98 Media Center 99 Memory 102 Memory card reader 102 Modem (cable or DSL 102 Modem (dial-up 103 Mouse 106 Networks (wired 107 Networks (wireless 108 Passwords 110 Pointing device 111 Power 111 Printer 112 Sound 113 Status indicators 113 Touchpad or pointing device 114 Video 114 Telephone support 114 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 114 Appendix A: Legal Information 117 Index 127 iv
Contents Diskette drive (external 92 Display 92 DVD drives 94 Ethernet 95 Express cards 95 File management 96 Hard drive 96 Internet 97 Keyboard 98 Media Center 99 Memory 102 Memory card reader 102 Modem (cable or DSL 102 Modem (dial-up 103 Mouse 106 Networks (wired 107 Networks (wireless 108 Passwords 110 Pointing device 111 Power 111 Printer 112 Sound 113 Status indicators 113 Touchpad or pointing device 114 Video 114 Telephone support 114 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 114 Appendix A: Legal Information 117 Index 127 iv
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... drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this slot. Insert one Type 54 Express Card into these ports. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards. 7 Caution: Do not.... Caution: Provide adequate space around your lap. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on page 38. Left www.gateway.com Component Ventilation fan USB ports Express Card slot Memory card reader Ventilation fan USB ports Icon Description Express Card...
... drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this slot. Insert one Type 54 Express Card into these ports. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards. 7 Caution: Do not.... Caution: Provide adequate space around your lap. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on page 38. Left www.gateway.com Component Ventilation fan USB ports Express Card slot Memory card reader Ventilation fan USB ports Icon Description Express Card...
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... into this bay. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 3. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 49. Install a memory module into AC power. 10 For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 49. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 83. Slide to...
... into this bay. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 3. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 49. Install a memory module into AC power. 10 For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 49. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 83. Slide to...
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CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing an Express Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector or monitor • Ordering accessories 35
CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing an Express Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector or monitor • Ordering accessories 35
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... disc, disc documentation, or packaging. The regional code for the disc is facing up , then press down carefully on your notebook and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. 38 Tip For information about cleaning a CD or DVD, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on the... transfer data between your DVD drive is facing up. To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on page 68. You can use the memory card reader to play a DVD, the disc's regional code and your DVD drive's regional code must match the regional code of the side you place...
... disc, disc documentation, or packaging. The regional code for the disc is facing up , then press down carefully on your notebook and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. 38 Tip For information about cleaning a CD or DVD, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on the... transfer data between your DVD drive is facing up. To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on page 68. You can use the memory card reader to play a DVD, the disc's regional code and your DVD drive's regional code must match the regional code of the side you place...
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... use the remove hardware icon, your notebook may not recognize your memory card reader until you restart your notebook. Using a memory card To access a file on the label pointing towards the notebook. www.gateway.com Memory card types The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, Mini Secure...
... use the remove hardware icon, your notebook may not recognize your memory card reader until you restart your notebook. Using a memory card To access a file on the label pointing towards the notebook. www.gateway.com Memory card types The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, Mini Secure...
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... printers. Hard drives If you want to your programs are slower than inkjet printers. www.gateway.com Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at www.gateway.com. Laser printers and cartridges are more information. Memory Large programs, such as documents. Printers You can save battery power by plugging your existing...
... printers. Hard drives If you want to your programs are slower than inkjet printers. www.gateway.com Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at www.gateway.com. Laser printers and cartridges are more information. Memory Large programs, such as documents. Printers You can save battery power by plugging your existing...
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www.gateway.com Getting the most from your battery Maximizing battery performance To get maximum performance from your notebook battery, we recommend that you initially condition (fully ... in use the battery at least once a month, even it reach its maximum rated capacity. Tip For more information about using your notebook is no memory. Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to turn off wireless networking. • Dim the display as low as is comfortable. •...
www.gateway.com Getting the most from your battery Maximizing battery performance To get maximum performance from your notebook battery, we recommend that you initially condition (fully ... in use the battery at least once a month, even it reach its maximum rated capacity. Tip For more information about using your notebook is no memory. Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to turn off wireless networking. • Dim the display as low as is comfortable. •...
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... the power completely off . Hybrid Sleep mode On Enter Hibernate Click (Start), click mode the arrow next to ... The notebook also writes all memory information to Sleep mode. www.gateway.com • Hibernate - (also called save your work before using the information in Hybrid Sleep mode, it . If power is interrupted, the...
... the power completely off . Hybrid Sleep mode On Enter Hibernate Click (Start), click mode the arrow next to ... The notebook also writes all memory information to Sleep mode. www.gateway.com • Hibernate - (also called save your work before using the information in Hybrid Sleep mode, it . If power is interrupted, the...
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www.gateway.com Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and the vents free from dust helps keep the vents free of air. 65 Do not use ... network cable from the vents with the exception of your notebook and other parts of the memory bay. Also, remove the battery before cleaning any 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 that has a narrow...
www.gateway.com Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and the vents free from dust helps keep the vents free of air. 65 Do not use ... network cable from the vents with the exception of your notebook and other parts of the memory bay. Also, remove the battery before cleaning any 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 that has a narrow...
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... heat than one total discharge. If ignored, the fuel gauge becomes increasingly less accurate and in some cases will have to replace it has no memory. A replacement keyboard may need to recharge the battery more information about 1.5 to fully discharge the battery frequently. Avoid a hot car, for lithium-ion than by...
... heat than one total discharge. If ignored, the fuel gauge becomes increasingly less accurate and in some cases will have to replace it has no memory. A replacement keyboard may need to recharge the battery more information about 1.5 to fully discharge the battery frequently. Avoid a hot car, for lithium-ion than by...
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CHAPTER8 Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the hard drive kit 81
CHAPTER8 Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the hard drive kit 81
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... 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 notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing ... 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your...
... 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 notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing ... 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your...
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Screw 7 Lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite of the screw. 84 CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 6 Loosen the memory bay cover screw (this screw cannot be removed).
Screw 7 Lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite of the screw. 84 CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 6 Loosen the memory bay cover screw (this screw cannot be removed).
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www.gateway.com 8 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the slot. 10 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be inserted in the memory bay. 11 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 12..., modem cable, and network cable. 14 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. 85 This module is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in one direction. Clip Clip...
www.gateway.com 8 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the slot. 10 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be inserted in the memory bay. 11 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 12..., modem cable, and network cable. 14 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. 85 This module is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in one direction. Clip Clip...
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... problem if power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before you use a...the power cord is turned on page 82. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting 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 is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable,...
... problem if power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before you use a...the power cord is turned on page 82. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting 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 is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable,...
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... the Windows volume control is facing up . For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 68. You may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook is facing up . Occasionally discs are flawed and cannot be experiencing some temporary... memory problems. Shut down and restart your volume control, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 69. 94 An audio CD does not produce ...
... the Windows volume control is facing up . For more information, see "Cleaning CDs or DVDs" on page 68. You may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook is facing up . Occasionally discs are flawed and cannot be experiencing some temporary... memory problems. Shut down and restart your volume control, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 69. 94 An audio CD does not produce ...
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...modem does not connect • Make sure that the modem cable is inserted correctly in the memory bay slot. To check the memory: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window • Reboot your notebook. For the location of your network...8226; See the documentation that came with your modem for the memory card slot does not appear in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Memory error" message • Make sure that the memory module is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem...
...modem does not connect • Make sure that the modem cable is inserted correctly in the memory bay slot. To check the memory: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window • Reboot your notebook. For the location of your network...8226; See the documentation that came with your modem for the memory card slot does not appear in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Memory You see a "Memory error" message • Make sure that the memory module is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem...