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www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving... . 87 Caring for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook 88 Cleaning the exterior 89 Cleaning the keyboard 89 Cleaning the notebook screen 89 Maintaining the battery 90 Storing batteries 90 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 91 Recovering your system 91 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers... 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... . 87 Caring for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook 88 Cleaning the exterior 89 Cleaning the keyboard 89 Cleaning the notebook screen 89 Maintaining the battery 90 Storing batteries 90 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 91 Recovering your system 91 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers... 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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...from the inside of your notebook with a narrow, straw-like extension to clean the LCD screen. A replacement keyboard may not be scratched or damaged by air circulated through your notebook. Squirt a little water ...of the memory bay. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you may want to replace it again. Also, remove the battery before cleaning any components. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock...away from the wall outlets and remove the battery. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down...
...from the inside of your notebook with a narrow, straw-like extension to clean the LCD screen. A replacement keyboard may not be scratched or damaged by air circulated through your notebook. Squirt a little water ...of the memory bay. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you may want to replace it again. Also, remove the battery before cleaning any components. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock...away from the wall outlets and remove the battery. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down...
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...bracket so the screw holes line up. 16 Replace the screws that secure the bracket to the drive. 17 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit... to the notebook. 18 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 19 ... and follow the on your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 23 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. 114 As part of the process you may be prompted to boot from CD or...
...bracket so the screw holes line up. 16 Replace the screws that secure the bracket to the drive. 17 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit... to the notebook. 18 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 19 ... and follow the on your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 23 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. 114 As part of the process you may be prompted to boot from CD or...
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...times to a minimum. For instructions on changing the display settings, see "Changing screen settings" in your online User Guide. • Move your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of electrical interference, such as televisions, unshielded ... more information about adjusting the brightness, see "Adjusting the brightness" on page 48. • Change the display settings. www.gateway.com The text on the display is dim or difficult to read by the drive. 119 For more information about adjusting the ...
...times to a minimum. For instructions on changing the display settings, see "Changing screen settings" in your online User Guide. • Move your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of electrical interference, such as televisions, unshielded ... more information about adjusting the brightness, see "Adjusting the brightness" on page 48. • Change the display settings. www.gateway.com The text on the display is dim or difficult to read by the drive. 119 For more information about adjusting the ...
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...the display type, quality of the video source, type of connection used, quality of video cables, display device screen resolution, size of TV, age of the TV, or the type of TV (interlaced or progressive scan), can... affect the video quality significantly: • Display type-Some retail TVs may need to replace it. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you spilled liquid in the keyboard, turn it...Type the phrase Media Center in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. www.gateway.com • Try a keyboard that you know works to make sure that is not covered in this ...
...the display type, quality of the video source, type of connection used, quality of video cables, display device screen resolution, size of TV, age of the TV, or the type of TV (interlaced or progressive scan), can... affect the video quality significantly: • Display type-Some retail TVs may need to replace it. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you spilled liquid in the keyboard, turn it...Type the phrase Media Center in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. www.gateway.com • Try a keyboard that you know works to make sure that is not covered in this ...
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..., then click Help and Support. To check the memory: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. For more information about installing memory, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on -screen instructions. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click Administrative Tools. 4 Double-click Memory Diagnostics Tool, then follow the on page...
..., then click Help and Support. To check the memory: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. For more information about installing memory, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on -screen instructions. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click Administrative Tools. 4 Double-click Memory Diagnostics Tool, then follow the on page...
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...port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 26 opening 41 recovery discs 93, 97 re-installing 92 projector adding 63 color quality 66 port 10 screen resolution 66 troubleshooting 140 using 31, 66 Properties button 46 R radio approval authorities 83 radio frequency wireless connections 83 RAM See memory ...re-installing defaults 102 drivers 92 programs 91, 92 software 91, 92 Windows 91, 92 with Gateway Recovery Center 95 with Windows DVD 103 with Windows System Restore 99 replacing See installing resetting notebook 26 restarting notebook 26 restoring defaults 102 drivers 92 programs 92 software 92...
...port 7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 26 opening 41 recovery discs 93, 97 re-installing 92 projector adding 63 color quality 66 port 10 screen resolution 66 troubleshooting 140 using 31, 66 Properties button 46 R radio approval authorities 83 radio frequency wireless connections 83 RAM See memory ...re-installing defaults 102 drivers 92 programs 91, 92 software 91, 92 Windows 91, 92 with Gateway Recovery Center 95 with Windows DVD 103 with Windows System Restore 99 replacing See installing resetting notebook 26 restarting notebook 26 restoring defaults 102 drivers 92 programs 92 software 92...
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...See the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered ...holes line up. 17 Replace the screws removed in Step 14. 18 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook. 19 Replace the screws removed in ... for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. in Step 12. 20 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 21... part of their respective companies. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Replacing the hard drive 2 12 Remove the two screws connecting the hard drive to ...
...See the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered ...holes line up. 17 Replace the screws removed in Step 14. 18 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook. 19 Replace the screws removed in ... for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. in Step 12. 20 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 21... part of their respective companies. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Replacing the hard drive 2 12 Remove the two screws connecting the hard drive to ...
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www.gateway.com Extending battery life 68 Maximizing battery performance 68 Conserving battery power 69 ... . 81 Caring for your notebook 82 Cleaning your notebook 83 Cleaning the exterior 83 Cleaning the keyboard 83 Cleaning the notebook screen 84 Maintaining the battery 84 Storing batteries 85 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 85 Recovering your system 86 Recovering pre-installed software and ...your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 97 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 99 Preventing static electricity discharge 100 Adding or replacing memory modules 101 Replacing the hard drive kit 105 iii
www.gateway.com Extending battery life 68 Maximizing battery performance 68 Conserving battery power 69 ... . 81 Caring for your notebook 82 Cleaning your notebook 83 Cleaning the exterior 83 Cleaning the keyboard 83 Cleaning the notebook screen 84 Maintaining the battery 84 Storing batteries 85 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 85 Recovering your system 86 Recovering pre-installed software and ...your system using the Windows DVD . . . . 97 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 99 Preventing static electricity discharge 100 Adding or replacing memory modules 101 Replacing the hard drive kit 105 iii
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...screen with frequent recharges, are better for example. Hot batteries discharge very quickly, and cold ones cannot create as much power. CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn the notebook upside down in some cases will have to recharge the battery more likely to replace... it has no "memory." A replacement keyboard may need to be scratched or damaged by heat than one way to extend their life and to avoid damage...
...screen with frequent recharges, are better for example. Hot batteries discharge very quickly, and cold ones cannot create as much power. CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn the notebook upside down in some cases will have to recharge the battery more likely to replace... it has no "memory." A replacement keyboard may need to be scratched or damaged by heat than one way to extend their life and to avoid damage...
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www.gateway.com 17 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any Express cards. 109...prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 23 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any key on your notebook. 22 When the prompt "Press any key to the notebook. 18 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 19 Insert the battery... open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your keyboard and follow the on-screen instructions.
www.gateway.com 17 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any Express cards. 109...prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 23 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any key on your notebook. 22 When the prompt "Press any key to the notebook. 18 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 19 Insert the battery... open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your keyboard and follow the on-screen instructions.
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...microwaves, fluorescent lights, and metal beams or shelves. The display is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. Gateway's inspection standards keep these pixels are flawed and cannot be sending its display to a minimum. The display has pixels that you feel these ..., see "Adjusting the brightness" on changing the display settings, see "Changing screen settings" in your online User Guide. • Move your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on page 44. • Make sure the notebook is ...
...microwaves, fluorescent lights, and metal beams or shelves. The display is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. Gateway's inspection standards keep these pixels are flawed and cannot be sending its display to a minimum. The display has pixels that you feel these ..., see "Adjusting the brightness" on changing the display settings, see "Changing screen settings" in your online User Guide. • Move your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on page 44. • Make sure the notebook is ...
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... Web Site at www.gateway.com. HDMI display quality is not covered in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Media Center mode is the best choice. • Type of connection used , quality of video cables, display device screen resolution, size of TV, age of the TV, or the type ...quality of the video source, type of connection used -You can affect the video quality significantly: • Display type-Some retail TVs may need to replace it dries, you spilled liquid in speakers, a set of TV (interlaced or progressive scan), can connect the notebook video output to drain it again....
... Web Site at www.gateway.com. HDMI display quality is not covered in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Media Center mode is the best choice. • Type of connection used , quality of video cables, display device screen resolution, size of TV, age of the TV, or the type ...quality of the video source, type of connection used -You can affect the video quality significantly: • Display type-Some retail TVs may need to replace it dries, you spilled liquid in speakers, a set of TV (interlaced or progressive scan), can connect the notebook video output to drain it again....
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...The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click Administrative Tools. 4 Double-click Memory Diagnostics Tool, then follow the on-screen instructions. Memory card reader Drive letter for additional troubleshooting information. 124 Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window • Reboot ...your notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Memory You see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 101. • Use the Memory Diagnostics Tool to help determine if a memory module is failing.
...The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click System and Maintenance. 3 Click Administrative Tools. 4 Double-click Memory Diagnostics Tool, then follow the on-screen instructions. Memory card reader Drive letter for additional troubleshooting information. 124 Type the keyword memory error in the My Computer window • Reboot ...your notebook. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Memory You see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 101. • Use the Memory Diagnostics Tool to help determine if a memory module is failing.
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...7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 25 opening 38 recovery discs 88, 91 re-installing 86, 87 projector adding 58 color quality 61 port 10 screen resolution 61 troubleshooting 136 using 29, 62 Properties button 42 R radio approval authorities 77 radio frequency wireless connections 77 RAM See memory rebooting ...code DVD 53 re-installing defaults 95 drivers 86, 87 programs 86, 87 software 86, 87 Windows 86 with Gateway Recovery Center 89 with Windows DVD 97 with Windows System Restore 93 replacing See installing resetting notebook 25 restarting notebook 25 restoring defaults 95 drivers 86, 87 155
...7, 9 programs closing unresponsive 25 opening 38 recovery discs 88, 91 re-installing 86, 87 projector adding 58 color quality 61 port 10 screen resolution 61 troubleshooting 136 using 29, 62 Properties button 42 R radio approval authorities 77 radio frequency wireless connections 77 RAM See memory rebooting ...code DVD 53 re-installing defaults 95 drivers 86, 87 programs 86, 87 software 86, 87 Windows 86 with Gateway Recovery Center 89 with Windows DVD 97 with Windows System Restore 93 replacing See installing resetting notebook 25 restarting notebook 25 restoring defaults 95 drivers 86, 87 155