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.... • The digital pen has internal electronics, so keep it and tap (button-tap) to the right. www.gateway.com Using gestures A gesture is a shape you get the same result as pressing the corresponding key on a standard keyboard. Tips • Hold the digital pen the same way you hold a writing pen, and...
.... • The digital pen has internal electronics, so keep it and tap (button-tap) to the right. www.gateway.com Using gestures A gesture is a shape you get the same result as pressing the corresponding key on a standard keyboard. Tips • Hold the digital pen the same way you hold a writing pen, and...
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... the remaining items. Select multiple adjacent items in a list or window Click the first item in the list, press and hold down the SHIFT key, then click the last item in Windows. The file or folder is not stored in a list or window Click inside the folder or window ... delete a file or folder Rename a file or folder Close the active window or program Click the file or folder, then press SHIFT + DELETE. www.gateway.com Shortcuts Help For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Do this... To... The file or folder is...
... the remaining items. Select multiple adjacent items in a list or window Click the first item in the list, press and hold down the SHIFT key, then click the last item in Windows. The file or folder is not stored in a list or window Click inside the folder or window ... delete a file or folder Rename a file or folder Close the active window or program Click the file or folder, then press SHIFT + DELETE. www.gateway.com Shortcuts Help For more information about Windows keyboard shortcuts, click Start, then click Help and Support. Do this... To... The file or folder is...
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... the words you speak. • Open the Speech Reference Card lets you view and print a list of common voice commands. 3 You can press keys on the on-screen keyboard by clicking them with your mouse. • Start Narrator reads on the screen. With a a built-in microphone on select... • Start On-Screen Keyboard displays a keyboard on -screen text and describes graphics. • Set up view of the area near your voice. www.gateway.com 2 In the Quick access to common tools section, click one of the following options to make some of Access, then click Speech Recognition Options...
... the words you speak. • Open the Speech Reference Card lets you view and print a list of common voice commands. 3 You can press keys on the on-screen keyboard by clicking them with your mouse. • Start Narrator reads on the screen. With a a built-in microphone on select... • Start On-Screen Keyboard displays a keyboard on -screen text and describes graphics. • Set up view of the area near your voice. www.gateway.com 2 In the Quick access to common tools section, click one of the following options to make some of Access, then click Speech Recognition Options...
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Contents Key types 30 System key combinations 31 Using the optional fingerprint reader 34 Running the TouchStrip Tutorial 34 Enrolling your fingerprints 35 Using the Fingerprint Control Center 37 Using the ...
Contents Key types 30 System key combinations 31 Using the optional fingerprint reader 34 Running the TouchStrip Tutorial 34 Enrolling your fingerprints 35 Using the Fingerprint Control Center 37 Using the ...
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... shown on your notebook model and its features. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on...
... shown on your notebook model and its features. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on...
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Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port. Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys Windows key FN key Application key Arrow keys Tip You can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. 29 www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard.
Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port. Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys Windows key FN key Application key Arrow keys Tip You can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. 29 www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard.
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...the numeric keypad is turned on page 31. Application key Press this key to turn on the numeric keypad. Key type Icon Description Numeric keypad Use these colored keys in combination with another key. For more about the function key actions. See the program documentation to shortcut menus ..., down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to perform specific actions. FN key Press the FN key in combination with other keys to the end of keys. Navigation keys Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to open the Windows Start menu. ...
...the numeric keypad is turned on page 31. Application key Press this key to turn on the numeric keypad. Key type Icon Description Numeric keypad Use these colored keys in combination with another key. For more about the function key actions. See the program documentation to shortcut menus ..., down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to perform specific actions. FN key Press the FN key in combination with other keys to the end of keys. Navigation keys Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to open the Windows Start menu. ...
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...27. Enter Sleep mode or Hybrid Sleep mode. For more information, see "Wireless Ethernet Networking" in the ON position for this system key... IEEE 802.11 communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Toggle the notebook display in the following order: ■...notebook performs the action identified by the text or icon on the key. For more information, see "Changing notebook power settings" on page 76. www.gateway.com System key combinations When you press the FN key and a system key at the same time For more information, see "Viewing the display...
...27. Enter Sleep mode or Hybrid Sleep mode. For more information, see "Wireless Ethernet Networking" in the ON position for this system key... IEEE 802.11 communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Toggle the notebook display in the following order: ■...notebook performs the action identified by the text or icon on the key. For more information, see "Changing notebook power settings" on page 76. www.gateway.com System key combinations When you press the FN key and a system key at the same time For more information, see "Viewing the display...
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... performance. Important: The wireless network switch must be turned off . 6 Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on page 7. Important: Using this system key... Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to work. For more information, see "Left" on commercial aircraft. Increase the LCD panel brightness above the F8 normal...
... performance. Important: The wireless network switch must be turned off . 6 Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on page 7. Important: Using this system key... Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to work. For more information, see "Left" on commercial aircraft. Increase the LCD panel brightness above the F8 normal...
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Mute the sound. Decrease the brightness of the display. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 49. FN, then press this system key... Increase the brightness of the display. Decrease volume. Increase volume. www.gateway.com Press and hold To... For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 49. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 49. 33 Press the key combination again to restore the sound.
Mute the sound. Decrease the brightness of the display. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 49. FN, then press this system key... Increase the brightness of the display. Decrease volume. Increase volume. www.gateway.com Press and hold To... For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 49. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 49. 33 Press the key combination again to restore the sound.
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CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Tip For more information, see "System key combinations" on the keyboard. The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Slide the Brightness control to the desired screen brightness. For more information about ...the Windows Mobility Center, see the help for that service. Adjusting the brightness To adjust screen brightness: • Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on page 31. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Tip For more information about using the webcam while using the...
CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Tip For more information, see "System key combinations" on the keyboard. The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Slide the Brightness control to the desired screen brightness. For more information about ...the Windows Mobility Center, see the help for that service. Adjusting the brightness To adjust screen brightness: • Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on page 31. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Tip For more information about using the webcam while using the...
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... panel" on the optional multimedia panel. Slide the Volume control to decrease volume. 49 For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "System key combinations" on page 31. -ORUse the mute button and capacitive volume control on page 43. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click... volume and down to the desired volume level. Tip For more information, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your notebook. www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -ORUse the mute and volume control...
... panel" on the optional multimedia panel. Slide the Volume control to decrease volume. 49 For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "System key combinations" on page 31. -ORUse the mute button and capacitive volume control on page 43. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click... volume and down to the desired volume level. Tip For more information, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your notebook. www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -ORUse the mute and volume control...
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.... The entire process takes several hours. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. When the recalibration has finished, the message "Press [Esc] key to maintain the accuracy of the battery gauge. Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. You should also recalibrate the battery...
.... The entire process takes several hours. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. When the recalibration has finished, the message "Press [Esc] key to maintain the accuracy of the battery gauge. Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. You should also recalibrate the battery...
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... mode Changing notebook power settings You can select one of time. This power plan sacrifices performance in Hibernate mode, your notebook's power button, Sleep system key, and power-saving timers by selecting power plans and adjusting advanced power settings. Changing the power plan Power plans (groups of your notebook saves all...
... mode Changing notebook power settings You can select one of time. This power plan sacrifices performance in Hibernate mode, your notebook's power button, Sleep system key, and power-saving timers by selecting power plans and adjusting advanced power settings. Changing the power plan Power plans (groups of your notebook saves all...
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... Start, then click Help and Support. To turn on the left side of the screen that you want to the power button and Sleep system key. The Select a power plan window opens. 3 Click a setting on Hybrid Sleep mode: 1 On the Select a power plan window, click Change plan settings for the plan...
... Start, then click Help and Support. To turn on the left side of the screen that you want to the power button and Sleep system key. The Select a power plan window opens. 3 Click a setting on Hybrid Sleep mode: 1 On the Select a power plan window, click Change plan settings for the plan...
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...free cloth to use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can of air. Be careful not to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your notebook. If the keyboard does not work after it . ...using an aerosol can be covered by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Tip You may not be scratched or damaged by your warranty. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off ...
...free cloth to use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can of air. Be careful not to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your notebook. If the keyboard does not work after it . ...using an aerosol can be covered by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Tip You may not be scratched or damaged by your warranty. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off ...
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.... The System Recovery Options menu opens. 6 Click Restore Application. This process is starting up now. The Gateway Recovery Center opens. If Windows starts to load instead, restart the notebook and try again. 3 Press the arrow keys on or restart your notebook. CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook Recovering your system to its factory condition...
.... The System Recovery Options menu opens. 6 Click Restore Application. This process is starting up now. The Gateway Recovery Center opens. If Windows starts to load instead, restart the notebook and try again. 3 Press the arrow keys on or restart your notebook. CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook Recovering your system to its factory condition...
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... automatically backed up any important files you can find your notebook's pre-installed software and device drivers. A list of the system recovery. www.gateway.com 8 To perform a recovery with data backup (recommended), click Recovery with automatic data backup, then click Next. When recovery is finished, ...its original factory condition. You still need to reinstall any software that you must recover your notebook. 3 When the prompt "Press any key on your hard drive. Recovering your system using the Windows DVD If you install a new hard drive or completely re-format your original...
... automatically backed up any important files you can find your notebook's pre-installed software and device drivers. A list of the system recovery. www.gateway.com 8 To perform a recovery with data backup (recommended), click Recovery with automatic data backup, then click Next. When recovery is finished, ...its original factory condition. You still need to reinstall any software that you must recover your notebook. 3 When the prompt "Press any key on your hard drive. Recovering your system using the Windows DVD If you install a new hard drive or completely re-format your original...
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For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on -screen instructions. 5 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to recover your notebook's pre-installed software and device drivers. CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook 4 Press the arrow keys to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on page 97. 104
For instructions, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs" on -screen instructions. 5 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to recover your notebook's pre-installed software and device drivers. CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook 4 Press the arrow keys to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on page 97. 104
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If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in one direction. This module is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 9 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 10 Hold the new or replacement ...
If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in one direction. This module is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 9 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 10 Hold the new or replacement ...