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Replacing the AC Adapter Replacing the AC Adapter To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to disassemble the AC adapter. The replacement cord must be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook, then plug it becomes damaged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Important If the battery charge indicator does...
Replacing the AC Adapter Replacing the AC Adapter To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to disassemble the AC adapter. The replacement cord must be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook, then plug it becomes damaged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Important If the battery charge indicator does...
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...floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Screw DVD drive -OR- See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All other grounded object. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous... Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Never slide components over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. Important The location of the screw varies...
...floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Screw DVD drive -OR- See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All other grounded object. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous... Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Never slide components over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. Important The location of the screw varies...
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...Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any surface. • Wear a ...notebook. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 3 Turn off your notebook. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive with the drivers and applications already installed...
...Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any surface. • Wear a ...notebook. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 3 Turn off your notebook. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive with the drivers and applications already installed...
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...the keyboard: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist ... tabs located on the bottom of the keyboard slightly, then slowly slide it in a safe place. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to use them in a safe place. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in ...
...the keyboard: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist ... tabs located on the bottom of the keyboard slightly, then slowly slide it in a safe place. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to use them in a safe place. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in ...
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.... Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Screw 8 Lift the...• Always hold components by their respective companies. Gateway and eMachines are ready to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the ...
.... Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Screw 8 Lift the...• Always hold components by their respective companies. Gateway and eMachines are ready to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the ...
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... electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to release the keyboard retaining tabs located on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in a safe ... or other countries. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component.
... electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to release the keyboard retaining tabs located on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in a safe ... or other countries. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component.
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...Remove components from their edges. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Do not lay components on your notebook over so...connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the outside of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices ...
...Remove components from their edges. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Do not lay components on your notebook over so...connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the outside of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices ...
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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 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9... your computer desk and chair 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source problems 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 21 Starting ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 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 Left 7 Right 9... your computer desk and chair 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source problems 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 21 Starting ...
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... jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 59. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this slot. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 10 Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this optional jack.
... jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 59. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this slot. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 10 Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this optional jack.
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
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... hours, the battery may need to fully charge. You should use the AC adapter that you expect. Allow three hours for the first time, the battery life may be recalibrated. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on ...original cord or your notebook may be much shorter than you use the AC adapter right away to you use your notebook's battery. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you partially charged....
... hours, the battery may need to fully charge. You should use the AC adapter that you expect. Allow three hours for the first time, the battery life may be recalibrated. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on ...original cord or your notebook may be much shorter than you use the AC adapter right away to you use your notebook's battery. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you partially charged....
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...turns blue. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook for the location of electricity coming into...information, see "Front" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your 19
...turns blue. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook for the location of electricity coming into...information, see "Front" on page 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your 19
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... battery charge. If recalibration is not low, you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you the progress. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you..., then press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. To recalibrate the battery without using it but the battery charge is interrupted, you may need to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the...
... battery charge. If recalibration is not low, you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you the progress. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you..., then press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. To recalibrate the battery without using it but the battery charge is interrupted, you may need to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the...
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...bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 102. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules:... Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 67. 103 www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace ...
...bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 102. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules:... Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 67. 103 www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace ...
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... want to transfer to the notebook and remove any data you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the new hard drive. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD... off your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center.
... want to transfer to the notebook and remove any data you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the new hard drive. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD... off your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center.
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...gateway.com Passwords Your notebook does not accept your password Make sure that CAPS LOCK and NUM LOCK are free from cuts or damage. You forgot your battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power • Check the power management settings. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter... Make sure that your AC power adapter is not working correctly. Your notebook is not working device, such as a lamp, into a surge protector, make sure that the surge protector is calibrated correctly. Call Gateway Customer Care for repair....
...gateway.com Passwords Your notebook does not accept your password Make sure that CAPS LOCK and NUM LOCK are free from cuts or damage. You forgot your battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power • Check the power management settings. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter... Make sure that your AC power adapter is not working correctly. Your notebook is not working device, such as a lamp, into a surge protector, make sure that the surge protector is calibrated correctly. Call Gateway Customer Care for repair....
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Index A AC adapter connecting 18 connector 10 international adapters 70 accessories purchasing 63 safety precautions 143 acoustic handset coupler 78 airplane power adapters 63 application key 27 arrow keys 27 audio adjusting volume 30, 45 back button 29, 40 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting 30, 41..., 40 stop button 29, 40 troubleshooting 137 volume down button 30 volume up button 30 audio CD cleaning 87 inserting 53, 54 automobile power adapter 63, 70 B battery alternate power sources 70 bay 67 calibrating 86 changing 67 charge indicator 6, 66 charge status 66 charging 18, 66 conserving...
Index A AC adapter connecting 18 connector 10 international adapters 70 accessories purchasing 63 safety precautions 143 acoustic handset coupler 78 airplane power adapters 63 application key 27 arrow keys 27 audio adjusting volume 30, 45 back button 29, 40 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting 30, 41..., 40 stop button 29, 40 troubleshooting 137 volume down button 30 volume up button 30 audio CD cleaning 87 inserting 53, 54 automobile power adapter 63, 70 B battery alternate power sources 70 bay 67 calibrating 86 changing 67 charge indicator 6, 66 charge status 66 charging 18, 66 conserving...
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... 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 26 external monitor 59 keyboard 26 mouse 38 printer 58 projector 59...
... 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 26 external monitor 59 keyboard 26 mouse 38 printer 58 projector 59...
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Index model number 3, 80 modem cable 7, 20 connecting 20, 21 dial-up 21, 78 DSL 7, 20 international adapter 78 jack (dial-up) 10, 21 troubleshooting 127 monitor adding external 59 color quality 62 port 10 screen resolution 62 troubleshooting external 138 using 28 ... PDA memory cards 55 peripheral devices 58 Plug and Play devices USB support for 58 pointer identifying 37 moving 38 ports See connections power AC adapter 18, 70 advanced settings 72, 74 alternate sources 70 automobile/airplane adapter 70 battery 66, 67, 68, 69 button 12, 28 changing modes 71 changing plans 72
Index model number 3, 80 modem cable 7, 20 connecting 20, 21 dial-up 21, 78 DSL 7, 20 international adapter 78 jack (dial-up) 10, 21 troubleshooting 127 monitor adding external 59 color quality 62 port 10 screen resolution 62 troubleshooting external 138 using 28 ... PDA memory cards 55 peripheral devices 58 Plug and Play devices USB support for 58 pointer identifying 37 moving 38 ports See connections power AC adapter 18, 70 advanced settings 72, 74 alternate sources 70 automobile/airplane adapter 70 battery 66, 67, 68, 69 button 12, 28 changing modes 71 changing plans 72
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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... desk and chair 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source problems 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...
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... desk and chair 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source problems 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...