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..., regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Locating Components 1 To replace the wireless network module: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your Reference Guide. 7 Loosen the three wireless network bay cover screws (these guidelines: •... color cable is facing up, then remove the battery. Do not lay components on the outside of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Wireless Network Module Replacing the Wireless Network Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors,...
..., regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Locating Components 1 To replace the wireless network module: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your Reference Guide. 7 Loosen the three wireless network bay cover screws (these guidelines: •... color cable is facing up, then remove the battery. Do not lay components on the outside of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Wireless Network Module Replacing the Wireless Network Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors,...
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...the module out of the way. 15 Replace the screws removed in Step 11. 16 Reattach the antenna cables to the connectors. 17 Replace the wireless network bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 18 Insert the battery, then turn your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. If the module ...-degree angle and insert it can only be inserted in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook over. 19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 20 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any ...
...the module out of the way. 15 Replace the screws removed in Step 11. 16 Reattach the antenna cables to the connectors. 17 Replace the wireless network bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 18 Insert the battery, then turn your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. If the module ...-degree angle and insert it can only be inserted in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook over. 19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 20 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any ...
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... Using the optional multimedia panel 40 Using the optional webcam 41 Adjusting the brightness 44 Adjusting the volume 45 Turning your wireless radio on or off 47 IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio 47 Bluetooth radio 49 Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories . . . . 51 Using the DVD drive 52 Identifying drive types 52...
... Using the optional multimedia panel 40 Using the optional webcam 41 Adjusting the brightness 44 Adjusting the volume 45 Turning your wireless radio on or off 47 IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio 47 Bluetooth radio 49 Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories . . . . 51 Using the DVD drive 52 Identifying drive types 52...
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www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 68 Extending battery life 69 Maximizing battery performance 69 Conserving battery power 69 Using alternate power sources 70 Changing power modes ... 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook 78 Traveling by air 78 Dial-up modem 78 Radio frequency wireless connections 79 Files 79 Security 80 Power 81 Additional tips 81 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 83 Caring for your notebook 84 Cleaning your notebook 84...
www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 68 Extending battery life 69 Maximizing battery performance 69 Conserving battery power 69 Using alternate power sources 70 Changing power modes ... 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook 78 Traveling by air 78 Dial-up modem 78 Radio frequency wireless connections 79 Files 79 Security 80 Power 81 Additional tips 81 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 83 Caring for your notebook 84 Cleaning your notebook 84...
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... 122 Media Center 123 Memory 126 Memory card reader 127 Modem (cable or DSL 127 Modem (dial-up 127 Mouse 130 Networks (wired 131 Networks (wireless 133 Passwords 135 Power 135 Printer 136 Sound 137 Status indicators 137 Touchpad 138 Video 138 Telephone support 138 Before calling...
... 122 Media Center 123 Memory 126 Memory card reader 127 Modem (cable or DSL 127 Modem (dial-up 127 Mouse 130 Networks (wired 131 Networks (wireless 133 Passwords 135 Power 135 Printer 136 Sound 137 Status indicators 137 Touchpad 138 Video 138 Telephone support 138 Before calling...
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..., such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. 7 Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader Optional HDMI out jack Component USB ports Icon Ventilation fan Description Wireless network switch Express Card slot Ethernet jack Plug an Ethernet network cable into this optional jack.
..., such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. 7 Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader Optional HDMI out jack Component USB ports Icon Ventilation fan Description Wireless network switch Express Card slot Ethernet jack Plug an Ethernet network cable into this optional jack.
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...Turning your notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. Caution: Provide adequate space around your skin. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on page 57. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Ventilation fan Express Card slot... Wireless network switch Description Helps cool internal components. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected...
...Turning your notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. Caution: Provide adequate space around your skin. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on page 57. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Ventilation fan Express Card slot... Wireless network switch Description Helps cool internal components. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected...
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... EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on or off 15
... EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting the brightness • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on or off 15
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...; LED on - Numeric keypad is turned off - Caps lock is being accessed. ■ LED off . ■ LED on . Hard drive is turned on - Optional wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is not in use . ■ LED blinking - A ■ LED off - Drive is turned off - Drive is used or when a button ...has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is in use . ■ LED off . ■ LED on . www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. Status indicators inform you may need to press FN...
...; LED on - Numeric keypad is turned off - Caps lock is being accessed. ■ LED off . ■ LED on . Hard drive is turned on - Optional wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is not in use . ■ LED blinking - A ■ LED off - Drive is turned off - Drive is used or when a button ...has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is in use . ■ LED off . ■ LED on . www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. Status indicators inform you may need to press FN...
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...802.11 communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Enter Sleep mode or Hybrid Sleep mode. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on or off. Important: The wireless network switch must be plugged into the monitor port or... Both displays at the same time, your online User Guide. Toggle the status indicators on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to leave Sleep mode. For more information, see "Left" on or off while traveling in an airplane. Toggle the ...
...802.11 communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Enter Sleep mode or Hybrid Sleep mode. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on or off. Important: The wireless network switch must be plugged into the monitor port or... Both displays at the same time, your online User Guide. Toggle the status indicators on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to leave Sleep mode. For more information, see "Left" on or off while traveling in an airplane. Toggle the ...
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www.gateway.com Press and hold To... Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Important: The wireless network switch must be turned off . 6 Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. For more information, see...Left" on or off while traveling in dim lighting situations. Stop playing the CD or DVD. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to work. Use this feature in -+ bright lighting situations, such as outside in the ON position for this ...
www.gateway.com Press and hold To... Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Important: The wireless network switch must be turned off . 6 Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. For more information, see...Left" on or off while traveling in dim lighting situations. Stop playing the CD or DVD. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to work. Use this feature in -+ bright lighting situations, such as outside in the ON position for this ...
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... the applicable authority for accessing the Internet through a wireless access point or communicating with equipment on or off Your Gateway notebook may be turned off while traveling in environments where you are examples of wireless devices may have a factory-installed wireless radio. For the location of the wireless network switch, see "Left" on : 1 Enable the...
... the applicable authority for accessing the Internet through a wireless access point or communicating with equipment on or off Your Gateway notebook may be turned off while traveling in environments where you are examples of wireless devices may have a factory-installed wireless radio. For the location of the wireless network switch, see "Left" on : 1 Enable the...
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...Bluetooth. When the Windows Mobility Center window opens, click Turn wireless on . The wireless status indicator turns off : • Press FN + F2. To disable the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio: • Slide the wireless network switch forward to the OFF position to prevent it ... -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. For the location of the wireless status indicator, see "Wireless Ethernet Networking" in flight. For the location of the wireless status indicator, see "Left" on page 25. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click ...
...Bluetooth. When the Windows Mobility Center window opens, click Turn wireless on . The wireless status indicator turns off : • Press FN + F2. To disable the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio: • Slide the wireless network switch forward to the OFF position to prevent it ... -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. For the location of the wireless status indicator, see "Wireless Ethernet Networking" in flight. For the location of the wireless status indicator, see "Left" on page 25. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click ...
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...Bluetooth radio on automatically, press FN + F6. www.gateway.com Bluetooth radio Your notebook may have a Bluetooth radio for communicating with another Bluetooth device, such as a printer, scanner, camera, MP3 player, headphone, keyboard, or mouse. For the location of the wireless network switch, see "Bluetooth Networking" in the Search ... Bluetooth Personal Area Network, see "Left" on page 7. 2 If the Bluetooth radio does not turn on : 1 Enable the Bluetooth radio by sliding the wireless network switch backward to the ON position. To turn the Bluetooth radio off: • Press FN + F6.
...Bluetooth radio on automatically, press FN + F6. www.gateway.com Bluetooth radio Your notebook may have a Bluetooth radio for communicating with another Bluetooth device, such as a printer, scanner, camera, MP3 player, headphone, keyboard, or mouse. For the location of the wireless network switch, see "Bluetooth Networking" in the Search ... Bluetooth Personal Area Network, see "Left" on page 7. 2 If the Bluetooth radio does not turn on : 1 Enable the Bluetooth radio by sliding the wireless network switch backward to the ON position. To turn the Bluetooth radio off: • Press FN + F6.
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For the location of the wireless network switch, see"Left" on while in flight. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Disabling the Bluetooth radio You should disable the Bluetooth radio while traveling by airplane to disable both IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth. To disable the Bluetooth radio: • Slide the wireless network switch forward to the OFF position to prevent it from being accidently turned on page 7. 50
For the location of the wireless network switch, see"Left" on while in flight. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Disabling the Bluetooth radio You should disable the Bluetooth radio while traveling by airplane to disable both IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth. To disable the Bluetooth radio: • Slide the wireless network switch forward to the OFF position to prevent it from being accidently turned on page 7. 50
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... for storage, but avoid frequent full discharges because this procedure, the battery charge indicator still does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at least once a month, even if it reach its maximum rated capacity. Many Express Cards use a small amount of...on page 2. Several partial discharges with frequent recharges are not being used. 69 www.gateway.com 3 Completely discharge the battery. 4 After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your notebook: • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is no memory....
... for storage, but avoid frequent full discharges because this procedure, the battery charge indicator still does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at least once a month, even if it reach its maximum rated capacity. Many Express Cards use a small amount of...on page 2. Several partial discharges with frequent recharges are not being used. 69 www.gateway.com 3 Completely discharge the battery. 4 After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your notebook: • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is no memory....
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CHAPTER6 Traveling with Your Notebook • Packing your notebook • Traveling by air • Dial-up modem • Radio frequency wireless connections • Files • Security • Power • Additional tips 77
CHAPTER6 Traveling with Your Notebook • Packing your notebook • Traveling by air • Dial-up modem • Radio frequency wireless connections • Files • Security • Power • Additional tips 77
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... off you notebook for unsafe lines, especially if you are traveling internationally. 78 Do not pack it through the metal detector. • Turn off all wireless devices while in case airport security asks you to start your notebook. • Have your notebook hand-inspected or sent through the X-ray scanner, but...
... off you notebook for unsafe lines, especially if you are traveling internationally. 78 Do not pack it through the metal detector. • Turn off all wireless devices while in case airport security asks you to start your notebook. • Have your notebook hand-inspected or sent through the X-ray scanner, but...
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...network administrator for more information about remote access. • Take extra recordable media for remote access. www.gateway.com Radio frequency wireless connections Important If your notebook came equipped with equipment on commercial aircraft. If your notebook is equipped with...For more information about turning your wireless device on or off while traveling in the destination country. • Wireless communication can interfere with an internal embedded wireless device, see "Turning your trip for any restrictions on the use of wireless devices. IEEE 802.11 and ...
...network administrator for more information about remote access. • Take extra recordable media for remote access. www.gateway.com Radio frequency wireless connections Important If your notebook came equipped with equipment on commercial aircraft. If your notebook is equipped with...For more information about turning your wireless device on or off while traveling in the destination country. • Wireless communication can interfere with an internal embedded wireless device, see "Turning your trip for any restrictions on the use of wireless devices. IEEE 802.11 and ...
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... Network and Sharing Center window opens. 2 Click View status for available connections. The Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box opens. www.gateway.com Networks (wireless) You turned wireless networking on, but cannot communicate, send files, print, or get to the Web • If your wireless network is low, try moving to a new location to complete.
... Network and Sharing Center window opens. 2 Click View status for available connections. The Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box opens. www.gateway.com Networks (wireless) You turned wireless networking on, but cannot communicate, send files, print, or get to the Web • If your wireless network is low, try moving to a new location to complete.