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...other peripheral device" on page 58. Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your first user account. 4 Attach and turn on page 74. 3 If ...scanners, and speakers. For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. From that came with each device for files. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To...
...other peripheral device" on page 58. Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your first user account. 4 Attach and turn on page 74. 3 If ...scanners, and speakers. For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. From that came with each device for files. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To...
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... the battery periodically to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. Recalibrating the battery Important Do not... interrupt the battery recalibration process. If recalibration is not low, you see a startup screen, press F2. To recalibrate the battery ...
... the battery periodically to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. Recalibrating the battery Important Do not... interrupt the battery recalibration process. If recalibration is not low, you see a startup screen, press F2. To recalibrate the battery ...
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... Change plan settings for the plan window opens. 2 Click Change advanced power settings. To change . To turn on the left side of the screen that you close the LCD panel. You can also select which power saving mode is activated when you want to the power button and Sleep system key. The...
... Change plan settings for the plan window opens. 2 Click Change advanced power settings. To change . To turn on the left side of the screen that you close the LCD panel. You can also select which power saving mode is activated when you want to the power button and Sleep system key. The...
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...is made of dust. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to replace it again. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is cooled by using an aerosol can damage the finish on the keyboard, turn the notebook upside down your notebook, the power turns... wipe the screen with a damp cloth. Use a soft cloth and water to drip any components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean dust from the wall outlets and remove the battery. With your system. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the ...
...is made of dust. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to replace it again. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is cooled by using an aerosol can damage the finish on the keyboard, turn the notebook upside down your notebook, the power turns... wipe the screen with a damp cloth. Use a soft cloth and water to drip any components. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean dust from the wall outlets and remove the battery. With your system. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the ...
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...keep these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on changing the display settings, see "Changing screen settings" in your online User Guide. • Move your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to toggle through the LCD panel, an external monitor or projector, or both. Press the power button. •... or shelves. For more information about adjusting the brightness, see "Adjusting the brightness" on the display is not in active-matrix LCD screens. When you press the disc firmly onto the spindle so the retainers hold the disc in the tray. Occasionally discs are always dark...
...keep these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on changing the display settings, see "Changing screen settings" in your online User Guide. • Move your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to toggle through the LCD panel, an external monitor or projector, or both. Press the power button. •... or shelves. For more information about adjusting the brightness, see "Adjusting the brightness" on the display is not in active-matrix LCD screens. When you press the disc firmly onto the spindle so the retainers hold the disc in the tray. Occasionally discs are always dark...
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... the video quality. VGA only transmits video. Although they offer excellent resolutions and refresh rates, they are generally not optimized for the LCD screen. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that can connect the notebook video output to 800 × 600 or 640 × 480. ...Type the keyword changing display settings in speakers, a set of a resolution and may need to lower the screen resolution to a TV. For a better picture on the video quality. Many older TVs cannot display this high of headphones or external powered speakers,...
... the video quality. VGA only transmits video. Although they offer excellent resolutions and refresh rates, they are generally not optimized for the LCD screen. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that can connect the notebook video output to 800 × 600 or 640 × 480. ...Type the keyword changing display settings in speakers, a set of a resolution and may need to lower the screen resolution to a TV. For a better picture on the video quality. Many older TVs cannot display this high of headphones or external powered speakers,...
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... memory cards 55 Certificate of Authenticity 3 changing battery 66 cleaning audio CD 87 case 85 CD 87 DVD 87 152 keyboard 85 LCD panel 85 notebook exterior 84 screen 85 clicking 38 closing unresponsive program 24 connecting AC adapter 18 cable modem 20 dial-up modem 21 DSL modem 20 external keyboard...
... memory cards 55 Certificate of Authenticity 3 changing battery 66 cleaning audio CD 87 case 85 CD 87 DVD 87 152 keyboard 85 LCD panel 85 notebook exterior 84 screen 85 clicking 38 closing unresponsive program 24 connecting AC adapter 18 cable modem 20 dial-up modem 21 DSL modem 20 external keyboard...
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www.gateway.com toggle on or off 28, 137 troubleshooting 137 supervisor password 80 surge protector 19 ... external monitor 138 faxes 129 files 119 general guidelines 114 hard drive 120 Internet connection 121, 129 keyboard 122 LCD panel 116 Media Center 123 memory 126 memory card reader 127 modem 127 mouse 130 network 131, 133 passwords ...135 power 135 printer 136 projector 138 safety guidelines 114 screen 116, 138 screen area 116 screen resolution 116 sound 137 status indicators 137 technical support 138 telephone support 138 touchpad 138 video 138 Web...
www.gateway.com toggle on or off 28, 137 troubleshooting 137 supervisor password 80 surge protector 19 ... external monitor 138 faxes 129 files 119 general guidelines 114 hard drive 120 Internet connection 121, 129 keyboard 122 LCD panel 116 Media Center 123 memory 126 memory card reader 127 modem 127 mouse 130 network 131, 133 passwords ...135 power 135 printer 136 projector 138 safety guidelines 114 screen 116, 138 screen area 116 screen resolution 116 sound 137 status indicators 137 technical support 138 telephone support 138 touchpad 138 video 138 Web...
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.... Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. From that came with each device for files...
.... Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting your notebook for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. From that came with each device for files...
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... unexpectedly goes into the BIOS. If your notebook. 68 The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you see a startup screen, press F2. If recalibration is not low, you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. To recalibrate the battery using it but the battery charge is interrupted, you may...
... unexpectedly goes into the BIOS. If your notebook. 68 The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you see a startup screen, press F2. If recalibration is not low, you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. To recalibrate the battery using it but the battery charge is interrupted, you may...
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.... 74 To change . The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 2 Click (Change power settings). To turn on the left side of the screen that you assign different power saving modes to the power button and Sleep system key. Type the keyword power management in the Search Help box...power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. The Change settings for the plan you close the LCD panel. Help For more information about changing the power management settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. You can also select which power...
.... 74 To change . The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 2 Click (Change power settings). To turn on the left side of the screen that you assign different power saving modes to the power button and Sleep system key. Type the keyword power management in the Search Help box...power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. The Change settings for the plan you close the LCD panel. Help For more information about changing the power management settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. You can also select which power...
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...remove the battery. If you shut down . Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with a narrow, straw-like extension to replace it again. Do not use it . To avoid possible injury ...not be scratched or damaged by air circulated through your notebook. 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 ...the cloth. 85 Also, remove the battery before trying to clean the LCD screen.
...remove the battery. If you shut down . Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with a narrow, straw-like extension to replace it again. Do not use it . To avoid possible injury ...not be scratched or damaged by air circulated through your notebook. 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 ...the cloth. 85 Also, remove the battery before trying to clean the LCD screen.
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...8226; Try a different disc. For more information about adjusting the brightness, see "Changing screen settings" in place. • Make sure that are unacceptably numerous or dense on your notebook away from sources of pixels affected. Gateway's inspection standards keep these pixels are always dark or too bright • This condition ...instructions on changing the display settings, see "Adjusting the brightness" on page 44. • Make sure the notebook is not in active-matrix LCD screens. www.gateway.com The text on the display is dim or difficult to read by the drive. 117
...8226; Try a different disc. For more information about adjusting the brightness, see "Changing screen settings" in place. • Make sure that are unacceptably numerous or dense on your notebook away from sources of pixels affected. Gateway's inspection standards keep these pixels are always dark or too bright • This condition ...instructions on changing the display settings, see "Adjusting the brightness" on page 44. • Make sure the notebook is not in active-matrix LCD screens. www.gateway.com The text on the display is dim or difficult to read by the drive. 117
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... HDMI port, but does include a VGA port, connect the VGA cable from the notebook's VGA (monitor) port to a TV. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that can connect the notebook video output to the TV's VGA In port. Help For more information...Size of video cables can lower video quality. • Screen resolution-By default, the notebook uses a screen resolution optimized for motion video playback. Although they offer excellent resolutions and refresh rates, they are generally not optimized for the LCD screen. A poor cable connection can cause problems and affect ...
... HDMI port, but does include a VGA port, connect the VGA cable from the notebook's VGA (monitor) port to a TV. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that can connect the notebook video output to the TV's VGA In port. Help For more information...Size of video cables can lower video quality. • Screen resolution-By default, the notebook uses a screen resolution optimized for motion video playback. Although they offer excellent resolutions and refresh rates, they are generally not optimized for the LCD screen. A poor cable connection can cause problems and affect ...
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... phone memory cards 55 Certificate of Authenticity 3 changing battery 66 cleaning audio CD 87 case 85 CD 87 DVD 87 keyboard 85 LCD panel 85 notebook exterior 84 screen 85 clicking 38 closing unresponsive program 24 connecting AC adapter 18 cable modem 20 dial-up modem 21 DSL modem 20 external keyboard...
... phone memory cards 55 Certificate of Authenticity 3 changing battery 66 cleaning audio CD 87 case 85 CD 87 DVD 87 keyboard 85 LCD panel 85 notebook exterior 84 screen 85 clicking 38 closing unresponsive program 24 connecting AC adapter 18 cable modem 20 dial-up modem 21 DSL modem 20 external keyboard...
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www.gateway.com T technical support Support 3 tips before contacting 138 telephone acoustic handset coupler 78 line protector 78 line tester 78 telephone support 138 television HDMI out jack 7, 59 playing DVD on 59 viewing display on 59 touchpad buttons 37, 38 clicking 38 double-clicking 38 dragging screen objects 39... 117 Express Cards 119 external monitor 138 faxes 129 files 119 general guidelines 114 hard drive 120 Internet connection 121, 129 keyboard 122 LCD panel 116 Media Center 123 memory 126 memory card reader 127 modem 127 mouse 130 network 131, 133 passwords 135 power 135 printer ...
www.gateway.com T technical support Support 3 tips before contacting 138 telephone acoustic handset coupler 78 line protector 78 line tester 78 telephone support 138 television HDMI out jack 7, 59 playing DVD on 59 viewing display on 59 touchpad buttons 37, 38 clicking 38 double-clicking 38 dragging screen objects 39... 117 Express Cards 119 external monitor 138 faxes 129 files 119 general guidelines 114 hard drive 120 Internet connection 121, 129 keyboard 122 LCD panel 116 Media Center 123 memory 126 memory card reader 127 modem 127 mouse 130 network 131, 133 passwords 135 power 135 printer ...
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...to open the Tablet PC Settings dialog box and modify the digital pen settings buttons, handwriting recognition, and display settings. Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Connect to a network dialog box and select a wireless ...settings) to open the Presentation Settings dialog box and select the audio and video settings for the LCD panel or a connected monitor. For more information about giving a presentation, see "Changing screen settings" on page 66. ■ Click Connect display to connect an external display to your...
...to open the Tablet PC Settings dialog box and modify the digital pen settings buttons, handwriting recognition, and display settings. Control www.gateway.com Description ■ Click (Change wireless network settings) to open the Connect to a network dialog box and select a wireless ...settings) to open the Presentation Settings dialog box and select the audio and video settings for the LCD panel or a connected monitor. For more information about giving a presentation, see "Changing screen settings" on page 66. ■ Click Connect display to connect an external display to your...
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...53 viewing list 9 fragmentation 89 G gadgets adding 69 configuring 69 configuring Sidebar 70 control panel 70 Sidebar 69 using 69 game access restricting 81 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H hard drive backing up files 90 checking for errors 88 checking for free space 87 ...disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address entering 50 ISP See Internet service provider K keyboard icon 16 keyboard shortcuts 19 L LCD panel using screen saver 68 links 23 M maintenance backing up files 90 checking for drive errors 88 checking hard drive space 87 defragmenting 89 deleting ...
...53 viewing list 9 fragmentation 89 G gadgets adding 69 configuring 69 configuring Sidebar 70 control panel 70 Sidebar 69 using 69 game access restricting 81 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 44 H hard drive backing up files 90 checking for errors 88 checking for free space 87 ...disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address entering 50 ISP See Internet service provider K keyboard icon 16 keyboard shortcuts 19 L LCD panel using screen saver 68 links 23 M maintenance backing up files 90 checking for drive errors 88 checking hard drive space 87 defragmenting 89 deleting ...