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... radio waves to the DSL or cable modem and is made up of the cable into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on the computer. www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer on the network. 5 For an Internet connection, plug a straight-through network cable... is used to connect the router to communicate. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of an access point, a cable or DSL modem (for each computer you like...
... radio waves to the DSL or cable modem and is made up of the cable into a grounded, 110V electrical outlet. 2 Turn on the computer. www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer on the network. 5 For an Internet connection, plug a straight-through network cable... is used to connect the router to communicate. Cable/DSL modem Router WAN port To set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of an access point, a cable or DSL modem (for each computer you like...
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... or access point documentation • Temporarily turn off any actions suggested. • If you are using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them as though they were attached directly to your printer to install the printer drivers on each of your router or access point if the...
... or access point documentation • Temporarily turn off any actions suggested. • If you are using a wired Ethernet network, check all of the devices, then power them as though they were attached directly to your printer to install the printer drivers on each of your router or access point if the...
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Changing accessibility settings Your notebook can be lost. 3 Click the user account that help you use it may be a powerful tool, but does not log off the current user, and any programs that were running may be closed, and unsaved document changes may be less ...
Changing accessibility settings Your notebook can be lost. 3 Click the user account that help you use it may be a powerful tool, but does not log off the current user, and any programs that were running may be closed, and unsaved document changes may be less ...
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...9632; Click (Change display brightness settings for your notebook Reference Guide. ■ Click the arrow to open the Select a power plan dialog box and select a new power plan. Important Depending on your notebook. For more information, see "Changing system sounds" on page 77. ■ Click...the brightness slider to adjust the brightness level of these controls may not be available. For more information about adjusting the power plan, see your power plan) to open the Sound dialog box and modify your speaker and microphone settings. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Using the ...
...9632; Click (Change display brightness settings for your notebook Reference Guide. ■ Click the arrow to open the Select a power plan dialog box and select a new power plan. Important Depending on your notebook. For more information, see "Changing system sounds" on page 77. ■ Click...the brightness slider to adjust the brightness level of these controls may not be available. For more information about adjusting the power plan, see your power plan) to open the Sound dialog box and modify your speaker and microphone settings. CHAPTER 7: Customizing Windows Using the ...
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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...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 23 Starting your notebook ...
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...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 23 Starting your notebook ...
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... 62 Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television . 63 Adjusting the display properties 65 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 66 Chapter 5: Managing Power 69 Monitoring the battery charge 70 Recharging the battery 70 Changing batteries 71 ii
... 62 Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television . 63 Adjusting the display properties 65 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 66 Chapter 5: Managing Power 69 Monitoring the battery charge 70 Recharging the battery 70 Changing batteries 71 ii
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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 75 Changing notebook power settings 76 Changing the power plan 76 Changing advanced settings 78 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook ... . 81 Packing your notebook 82 Traveling by air 82 Dial-up modem 82 Radio frequency wireless connections 83 Files 83 Security 84 Power 85 Additional tips 85 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 87 Caring for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook ...
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 75 Changing notebook power settings 76 Changing the power plan 76 Changing advanced settings 78 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook ... . 81 Packing your notebook 82 Traveling by air 82 Dial-up modem 82 Radio frequency wireless connections 83 Files 83 Security 84 Power 85 Additional tips 85 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 87 Caring for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook ...
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... 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 Printer 138 Sound 139 Status indicators 139 Touchpad 140 Video 140 Telephone support 140 Before calling...
... 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 Printer 138 Sound 139 Status indicators 139 Touchpad 140 Video 140 Telephone support 140 Before calling...
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...is very low. ■ LED solid red - Plug a microphone into this jack. Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is malfunctioning. Battery is very low. 6 Notebook is on - The built-in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep mode. ■ LED off ... this jack. Notebook is in speakers are turned off - Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Headphone jack Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack.
...is very low. ■ LED solid red - Plug a microphone into this jack. Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is malfunctioning. Battery is very low. 6 Notebook is on - The built-in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep mode. ■ LED off ... this jack. Notebook is in speakers are turned off - Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Headphone jack Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Microphone jack Headphone jack Description Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack.
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... 23. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 10 Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Modem jack Kensington lock slot (optional) Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 63. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into...
... 23. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 10 Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Modem jack Kensington lock slot (optional) Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 63. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into...
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..., see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 71. Hard drive bay The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. Customer Care label Includes the Customer Care contact information. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 107. Battery Provides... power when the notebook is located in this bay. Memory bay Memory modules are located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 2. 11 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 71.
..., see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 71. Hard drive bay The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. Customer Care label Includes the Customer Care contact information. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 107. Battery Provides... power when the notebook is located in this bay. Memory bay Memory modules are located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 2. 11 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 71.
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... mode, see "Using the optional multimedia panel" on page 78. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the power on page 29. Power button Press to control playback of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on or off. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook ...
... mode, see "Using the optional multimedia panel" on page 78. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the power on page 29. Power button Press to control playback of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on or off. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook ...
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... "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 34. Keyboard area for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) 13 Provides enhanced security. www.gateway.com Component Touchpad Fingerprint reader (optional) Status indicators Icon Description Provides all the functionality of a mouse. For more information...
... "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 34. Keyboard area for select models Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Speaker Power button Keyboard Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) 13 Provides enhanced security. www.gateway.com Component Touchpad Fingerprint reader (optional) Status indicators Icon Description Provides all the functionality of a mouse. For more information...
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..., see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 27. 14 The panel includes a capacitive volume control. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the status indicators" on page 40. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the... power on page 43. Fingerprint reader (optional) Provides enhanced security. You can also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in . Touchpad Provides all the ...
..., see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 27. 14 The panel includes a capacitive volume control. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the status indicators" on page 40. Multimedia panel (optional) Use to turn the... power on page 43. Fingerprint reader (optional) Provides enhanced security. You can also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in . Touchpad Provides all the ...
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... has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook may need to fully charge. The replacement cord must be much shorter than you expect. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. 20 Caution Make sure that you use the AC adapter that ... The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook or one...
... has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook may need to fully charge. The replacement cord must be much shorter than you expect. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. 20 Caution Make sure that you use the AC adapter that ... The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook or one...
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... "Front" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. Protect your notebook connected to AC power until it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on ,... a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on : • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using...
... "Front" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. Protect your notebook connected to AC power until it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on ,... a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on : • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using...
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... protector that has a modem jack. Warning High voltages can use a surge protector. If you can enter your notebook. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Tip When using a cable with a sleeve over the plug, pull the sleeve back to make sure that you have a cable...
... protector that has a modem jack. Warning High voltages can use a surge protector. If you can enter your notebook. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Tip When using a cable with a sleeve over the plug, pull the sleeve back to make sure that you have a cable...
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To start your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 78. 3 If you are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to create your lap. If the ... to select the language and time zone and to harm your skin. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on your first...
To start your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Tip For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 78. 3 If you are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to create your lap. If the ... to select the language and time zone and to harm your skin. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on your first...
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www.gateway.com 4 Attach and turn your notebook is in Sleep mode, press the power button to "wake" it may enter a power-saving mode called Sleep. Waking up . Sleep mode saves your notebook. Waking your notebook from Hibernate mode, however, the programs that were running just as ... or slows down your desktop layout so the next time you can run programs and search for files. Hibernate mode is the easiest way to power down most system operations to Sleep mode. Tip For more information about Sleep mode, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral device" on your notebook ...
www.gateway.com 4 Attach and turn your notebook is in Sleep mode, press the power button to "wake" it may enter a power-saving mode called Sleep. Waking up . Sleep mode saves your notebook. Waking your notebook from Hibernate mode, however, the programs that were running just as ... or slows down your desktop layout so the next time you can run programs and search for files. Hibernate mode is the easiest way to power down most system operations to Sleep mode. Tip For more information about Sleep mode, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral device" on your notebook ...
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... the Sleep mode from the standard Sleep mode (default) to close unresponsive programs on page 75. Important If for about Sleep mode, see "Changing power modes" on your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you cannot use the Shut Down option in Windows to save... power. The notebook saves your notebook, press and hold the power button for some reason you may have to Hybrid Sleep. To turn off your session and partially shuts down to ...
... the Sleep mode from the standard Sleep mode (default) to close unresponsive programs on page 75. Important If for about Sleep mode, see "Changing power modes" on your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you cannot use the Shut Down option in Windows to save... power. The notebook saves your notebook, press and hold the power button for some reason you may have to Hybrid Sleep. To turn off your session and partially shuts down to ...