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... and Accessories . . . . 55 Using the DVD drive 56 Identifying drive types 56 Using a DVD drive 57 Using the memory card reader 59 Memory card types 59 Inserting a memory card 60 Using a memory card 60 Removing a memory card 60 Adding and removing an Express Card 61 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 62 Connecting a USB device...
... and Accessories . . . . 55 Using the DVD drive 56 Identifying drive types 56 Using a DVD drive 57 Using the memory card reader 59 Memory card types 59 Inserting a memory card 60 Using a memory card 60 Removing a memory card 60 Adding and removing an Express Card 61 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 62 Connecting a USB device...
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www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving battery power 73 Using alternate power sources 74 Changing power modes ... its factory condition . . . . . .102 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 iii
www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving battery power 73 Using alternate power sources 74 Changing power modes ... its factory condition . . . . . .102 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 iii
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... 118 DVD drives 119 Ethernet 121 Express Cards 121 File management 121 Fingerprint reader 122 Hard drive 122 Internet 123 Keyboard 124 Media Center 125 Memory 128 Memory card reader 129 Modem (cable or DSL 129 Modem (dial-up 129 Mouse 132 Networks (wired 133 Networks (wireless 135 Passwords 137 Power 137...
... 118 DVD drives 119 Ethernet 121 Express Cards 121 File management 121 Fingerprint reader 122 Hard drive 122 Internet 123 Keyboard 124 Media Center 125 Memory 128 Memory card reader 129 Modem (cable or DSL 129 Modem (dial-up 129 Mouse 132 Networks (wired 133 Networks (wireless 135 Passwords 137 Power 137...
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..., or mouse) into these ports. 7 Plug USB devices (such as a high definition television, into this jack. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch Express Card slot Component Ethernet jack... is available with the media. For more information, see "Connecting to a broadband modem or network" on page 59. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-Picture Card™...
..., or mouse) into these ports. 7 Plug USB devices (such as a high definition television, into this jack. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch Express Card slot Component Ethernet jack... is available with the media. For more information, see "Connecting to a broadband modem or network" on page 59. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-Picture Card™...
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... the Customer Care contact information. Battery lock Slide to release the battery. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 2. 11 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 107. Hard drive bay The hard drive is not plugged into AC power... notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 71. Bottom Battery latch www.gateway.com Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Customer care label Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery.
... the Customer Care contact information. Battery lock Slide to release the battery. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 2. 11 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 107. Hard drive bay The hard drive is not plugged into AC power... notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 71. Bottom Battery latch www.gateway.com Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Customer care label Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery.
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.... www.gateway.com Enrolling your fingerprints Before you can use of your notebook even if the hard drive has been removed. • Enrollment to the hard disk-Select this option to save your fingerprint to enroll more than 21 fingerprints, you must select this option to save your fingerprint to memory in...
.... www.gateway.com Enrolling your fingerprints Before you can use of your notebook even if the hard drive has been removed. • Enrollment to the hard disk-Select this option to save your fingerprint to enroll more than 21 fingerprints, you must select this option to save your fingerprint to memory in...
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CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the 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, monitor, or television 55
CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the 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, monitor, or television 55
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... reader You can also use the memory card reader to your notebook and a device that is available with the media. 59 You can use of the notebook. www.gateway.com To remove a CD or DVD: • Press the eject button on your notebook, manually eject the disc by inserting an opened paper... clip into the manual eject hole. The drive mechanism pushes the CD or DVD out of an adapter that uses memory cards, such as...
... reader You can also use the memory card reader to your notebook and a device that is available with the media. 59 You can use of the notebook. www.gateway.com To remove a CD or DVD: • Press the eject button on your notebook, manually eject the disc by inserting an opened paper... clip into the manual eject hole. The drive mechanism pushes the CD or DVD out of an adapter that uses memory cards, such as...
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... icon in the taskbar to remove the memory card. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card: • Insert the memory card into the notebook. To remove a memory card: 1 Push the memory card into the memory card slot with the label facing up and the arrow on a memory card: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer...
... icon in the taskbar to remove the memory card. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card: • Insert the memory card into the notebook. To remove a memory card: 1 Push the memory card into the memory card slot with the label facing up and the arrow on a memory card: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer...
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... discharge) your notebook to AC power. 5 Charge the battery completely until the battery status indicator turns blue. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on the battery. Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum performance from your notebook battery, we recommend that you do...the battery to power your notebook: • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is no memory. Over the long term, use the battery at the location shown on the Customer Care label. Important If, after completing this puts ...
... discharge) your notebook to AC power. 5 Charge the battery completely until the battery status indicator turns blue. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on the battery. Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum performance from your notebook battery, we recommend that you do...the battery to power your notebook: • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is no memory. Over the long term, use the battery at the location shown on the Customer Care label. Important If, after completing this puts ...
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... and opens the programs and documents that were open when you activated Hybrid Sleep mode. If the notebook does not experience a power outage while in memory is lost. 75 For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on your notebook's battery: • Sleep - However, the information in Hybrid Sleep ... devices, such as the display and drives, turn off . If power is interrupted, the information is not saved to the hard drive. www.gateway.com Changing power modes You can use it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off the ...
... and opens the programs and documents that were open when you activated Hybrid Sleep mode. If the notebook does not experience a power outage while in memory is lost. 75 For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on your notebook's battery: • Sleep - However, the information in Hybrid Sleep ... devices, such as the display and drives, turn off . If power is interrupted, the information is not saved to the hard drive. www.gateway.com Changing power modes You can use it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off the ...
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... power plans. 76 Use this plan if you will be away from the Windows Mobility Center by changing power settings on your notebook saves all memory information to extend battery life. You can change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which...
... power plans. 76 Use this plan if you will be away from the Windows Mobility Center by changing power settings on your notebook saves all memory information to extend battery life. You can change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which...
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... with the exception of air. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can of the memory bay. Be careful not to clean the LCD screen. Always turn the notebook upside down your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any ...flows through the vents on components. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is cooled by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . To avoid possible injury from ...
... with the exception of air. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can of the memory bay. Be careful not to clean the LCD screen. Always turn the notebook upside down your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any ...flows through the vents on components. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is cooled by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . To avoid possible injury from ...
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... 3 years, under normal conditions. Avoid a hot car, for longer than by charge/discharge patterns. Using the right charger is more frequently because it has no "memory."
... 3 years, under normal conditions. Avoid a hot car, for longer than by charge/discharge patterns. Using the right charger is more frequently because it has no "memory."
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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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Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 71. 107 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on...replace memory modules. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory ...
Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 71. 107 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on...replace memory modules. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory ...
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Screw 7 Lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. 108 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. 108 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 memory module until the module tilts upward. Clip Clip 109
www.gateway.com 8 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Clip Clip 109
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... does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in one direction. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 9 Pull the memory module out 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 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 13 Connect the power adapter, modem cable...
... does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in one direction. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 9 Pull the memory module out 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 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 13 Connect the power adapter, modem cable...
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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 cover or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before you start... your notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay cover or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is turned on page 106.
...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 cover or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before you start... your notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay cover or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is turned on page 106.