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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6... desk and chair 19 Sitting at your notebook 19 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 19 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6... desk and chair 19 Sitting at your notebook 19 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 19 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...
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... on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 23. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this optional jack. Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this port. Back CHAPTER 2: Checking...
... on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 23. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this optional jack. Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this port. Back CHAPTER 2: Checking...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
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... of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook on page 72. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may need to...
... of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook on page 72. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may need to...
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... information" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on : • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). Important If the battery charge indicator does... in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook for the location of electricity coming into a wall...
... information" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on : • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). Important If the battery charge indicator does... in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook for the location of electricity coming into a wall...
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...recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect your notebook to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. To recalibrate the battery without using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. The...your battery. If your notebook unexpectedly goes into the BIOS. When the recalibration has finished, the message "Press [Esc] key to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook. 72 CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook over again.
...recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect your notebook to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. To recalibrate the battery without using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. The...your battery. If your notebook unexpectedly goes into the BIOS. When the recalibration has finished, the message "Press [Esc] key to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook. 72 CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook over again.
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...DVD drive only when necessary. The display stays off until you open the panel again. • Use Hibernate mode for maximum power savings while your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector. • If you plan on page 76. • Close the LCD panel to turn off auto-...you cannot use . • Use the notebook touchpad instead of telephones. 74 Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in airports, look for times when you are not using power plans, see "Changing notebook power settings" on taking your notebook ...
...DVD drive only when necessary. The display stays off until you open the panel again. • Use Hibernate mode for maximum power savings while your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector. • If you plan on page 76. • Close the LCD panel to turn off auto-...you cannot use . • Use the notebook touchpad instead of telephones. 74 Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in airports, look for times when you are not using power plans, see "Changing notebook power settings" on taking your notebook ...
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www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for 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 ... notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 106. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot.
www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for 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 ... notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 106. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot.
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www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard drive. For more hard drive capacity, you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any... off your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center.
www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard drive. For more hard drive capacity, you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any... off your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center.
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.... Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. Your notebook is not working on AC power • Make sure that your AC power adapter is plugged into the outlet and turn it on , and working on battery power • Check the power management settings. For more information about using power management settings, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on...
.... Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. Your notebook is not working on AC power • Make sure that your AC power adapter is plugged into the outlet and turn it on , and working on battery power • Check the power management settings. For more information about using power management settings, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 20 connector 10 international adapters 74 accessories safety precautions 145 acoustic handset coupler 82 application key 30 arrow keys 30 audio adjusting volume 33, 49 back button 32, 43, 44 ..., 44 stop button 32, 43, 44 troubleshooting 139 volume down button 33 volume up button 33 audio CD cleaning 91 inserting 57, 58 automobile power adapter 74 B battery alternate power sources 74 bay 71 calibrating 90 changing 71 charge indicator 6, 70 charge status 70 charging 20, 70 conserving power 73 extending...
Index A AC adapter connecting 20 connector 10 international adapters 74 accessories safety precautions 145 acoustic handset coupler 82 application key 30 arrow keys 30 audio adjusting volume 33, 49 back button 32, 43, 44 ..., 44 stop button 32, 43, 44 troubleshooting 139 volume down button 33 volume up button 33 audio CD cleaning 91 inserting 57, 58 automobile power adapter 74 B battery alternate power sources 74 bay 71 calibrating 90 changing 71 charge indicator 6, 70 charge status 70 charging 20, 70 conserving power 73 extending...
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... 91 case 89 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 154 clicking 41 closing unresponsive program 26 connecting AC adapter 20 cable modem 22 dial-up modem 23 DSL modem 22 external keyboard 29 external monitor 63 keyboard 29 mouse 41 printer 62 projector 63...
... 91 case 89 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 154 clicking 41 closing unresponsive program 26 connecting AC adapter 20 cable modem 22 dial-up modem 23 DSL modem 22 external keyboard 29 external monitor 63 keyboard 29 mouse 41 printer 62 projector 63...
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...peripheral devices 62 Plug and Play devices USB support for 62 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 ports See connections power AC adapter 20, 74 advanced settings 76, 78 alternate sources 74 automobile/airplane adapter 74 battery 70, 71, 72, 73 button 12, 14, 31 changing modes 75 changing plans 76 connector... 10, 20 conserving battery power 73 EmPower adapter 74 extending battery life 73 Hibernate mode 75 Hybrid Sleep mode 31, 75 ...
...peripheral devices 62 Plug and Play devices USB support for 62 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 ports See connections power AC adapter 20, 74 advanced settings 76, 78 alternate sources 74 automobile/airplane adapter 74 battery 70, 71, 72, 73 button 12, 14, 31 changing modes 75 changing plans 76 connector... 10, 20 conserving battery power 73 EmPower adapter 74 extending battery life 73 Hibernate mode 75 Hybrid Sleep mode 31, 75 ...
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... of their respective companies. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on: • Unplug the adapter from your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. All other countries. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Technical Support See the label on . All...
... of their respective companies. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on: • Unplug the adapter from your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. All other countries. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Technical Support See the label on . All...
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...10 Remove the screw that the DVD drive is facing up. 8 Slide the battery lock to use them. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008...for Customer Care Information. in your notebook. Never slide components over so the bottom is empty. 3 Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All other countries. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive ...
...10 Remove the screw that the DVD drive is facing up. 8 Slide the battery lock to use them. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008...for Customer Care Information. in your notebook. Never slide components over so the bottom is empty. 3 Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All other countries. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive ...
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...Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace the hard drive. Technical Support See the label on... in your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Hard drive bay Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive with your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery...
...Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace the hard drive. Technical Support See the label on... in your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Hard drive bay Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive with your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery...
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...Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. -OR- 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any surface. • Wear ...All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your notebook by their antistatic bags only when you are extremely sensitive to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and...
...Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. -OR- 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any surface. • Wear ...All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your notebook by their antistatic bags only when you are extremely sensitive to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and...
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... the memory bay cover, then remove it to the unlocked position, then slide the battery latch. Gateway and eMachines are ready to your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to use them. Never slide... notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 7 Slide the battery lock to a bare metal part of your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. in your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. ESD can...
... the memory bay cover, then remove it to the unlocked position, then slide the battery latch. Gateway and eMachines are ready to your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to use them. Never slide... notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 7 Slide the battery lock to a bare metal part of your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. in your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. ESD can...
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... flat-blade screwdriver under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, ...unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All other countries. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in a safe place. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc....
... flat-blade screwdriver under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, ...unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All other countries. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in a safe place. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc....
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Avoid touching the edge connectors. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Wireless network bay Preventing static electricity discharge The ...bottom of Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on your notebook are ready to replace the wireless network module. Locating Components 1 To replace the wireless network module: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem ...
Avoid touching the edge connectors. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Wireless network bay Preventing static electricity discharge The ...bottom of Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on your notebook are ready to replace the wireless network module. Locating Components 1 To replace the wireless network module: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem ...