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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9... up 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 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Starting...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9... up 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 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Starting...
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... analog VGA monitor or projector into this slot. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this optional jack. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 10 Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Optional modem jack Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem...
... analog VGA monitor or projector into this slot. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this optional jack. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 10 Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Optional modem jack Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
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Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may need to the AC adapter. 18 To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to be recalibrated. Allow three ... before you use your notebook on page 68. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. The battery was shipped to fully charge the battery.
Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may need to the AC adapter. 18 To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to be recalibrated. Allow three ... before you use your notebook on page 68. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. The battery was shipped to fully charge the battery.
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...the location of the battery charge indicator). The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on page 6 for the first time, turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. If the battery charge... indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off your notebook and leave your...
...the location of the battery charge indicator). The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on page 6 for the first time, turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. If the battery charge... indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off your notebook and leave your...
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... remove any slot. The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove...under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 67. 101 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 100. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules.
... remove any slot. The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove...under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 67. 101 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 100. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules.
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...Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. For more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 100. 4 Turn off your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. For more hard drive capacity, you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable.... on page 87. 2 Back up any Express cards. 105 If you want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard drive.
...Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. For more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 100. 4 Turn off your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. For more hard drive capacity, you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable.... on page 87. 2 Back up any Express cards. 105 If you want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard drive.
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... to recover a forgotten password. Call Gateway Customer Care for instructions. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Recharging the battery" on AC power • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on . • Make sure that...
... to recover a forgotten password. Call Gateway Customer Care for instructions. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Recharging the battery" on AC power • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on . • Make sure that...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 18 connector 10 international adapters 70 accessories purchasing 63 safety precautions 141 acoustic handset coupler 76 airplane power adapters 63 application key 28 arrow keys 28 audio adjusting volume 31, 44 back button 30, 40 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting 31, 40,...button 30, 40 stop button 30, 40 troubleshooting 135 volume down button 31 volume up button 31 audio CD cleaning 85 inserting 53 automobile power adapter 63, 70 B battery alternate power sources 70 bay 67 calibrating 84 changing 67 charge indicator 6, 66 charge status 66 charging 18, 66 ...
Index A AC adapter connecting 18 connector 10 international adapters 70 accessories purchasing 63 safety precautions 141 acoustic handset coupler 76 airplane power adapters 63 application key 28 arrow keys 28 audio adjusting volume 31, 44 back button 30, 40 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting 31, 40,...button 30, 40 stop button 30, 40 troubleshooting 135 volume down button 31 volume up button 31 audio CD cleaning 85 inserting 53 automobile power adapter 63, 70 B battery alternate power sources 70 bay 67 calibrating 84 changing 67 charge indicator 6, 66 charge status 66 charging 18, 66 ...
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... 85 case 83 CD 85 DVD 85 150 keyboard 83 LCD panel 84 notebook exterior 83 screen 84 clicking 38 closing unresponsive program 25 connecting AC adapter 18 cable modem 22 dial-up modem 21 DSL modem 22 external keyboard 27 external monitor 58 keyboard 27 mouse 38 printer 57 projector 58...
... 85 case 83 CD 85 DVD 85 150 keyboard 83 LCD panel 84 notebook exterior 83 screen 84 clicking 38 closing unresponsive program 25 connecting AC adapter 18 cable modem 22 dial-up modem 21 DSL modem 22 external keyboard 27 external monitor 58 keyboard 27 mouse 38 printer 57 projector 58...
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Index modem cable 7, 22 connecting 21, 22 dial-up 21, 76 DSL 7, 22 international adapter 76 jack (dial-up) 10, 21 troubleshooting 124 monitor adding external 58 color quality 61 port 10 screen resolution 61 troubleshooting external 136 using 29 ... peripheral devices 57 Plug and Play devices USB support for 57 pointer identifying 37 moving 38 ports See connections power AC adapter 18, 70 advanced settings 71, 73 alternate sources 70 automobile/airplane adapter 70 battery 66, 67, 68, 69 button 12, 29 changing modes 71 changing plans 71 connector 10, 18 conserving...
Index modem cable 7, 22 connecting 21, 22 dial-up 21, 76 DSL 7, 22 international adapter 76 jack (dial-up) 10, 21 troubleshooting 124 monitor adding external 58 color quality 61 port 10 screen resolution 61 troubleshooting external 136 using 29 ... peripheral devices 57 Plug and Play devices USB support for 57 pointer identifying 37 moving 38 ports See connections power AC adapter 18, 70 advanced settings 71, 73 alternate sources 70 automobile/airplane adapter 70 battery 66, 67, 68, 69 button 12, 29 changing modes 71 changing plans 71 connector 10, 18 conserving...
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... your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Warning Do not attempt to your notebook, then plug it becomes damaged. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook's power connector. 1 3 Plug the power cord into a different...
... your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Warning Do not attempt to your notebook, then plug it becomes damaged. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook's power connector. 1 3 Plug the power cord into a different...
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...; Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Gateway and eMachines are ready to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 7 Turn your notebook over any Express and memory cards. 15 Turn on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before...
...; Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Gateway and eMachines are ready to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 7 Turn your notebook over any Express and memory cards. 15 Turn on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before...
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...electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. Do not lay components on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. in your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to static electricity, also ... trademarks of your notebook. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 3 Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Replacing the hard drive Replacing the hard drive ...
...electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. Do not lay components on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. in your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to static electricity, also ... trademarks of your notebook. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 3 Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Replacing the hard drive Replacing the hard drive ...
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... United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks 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 connected to your workbench or...
... United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks 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 connected to your workbench or...
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...memory module: 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 dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your Reference Guide. 7...workbench or other countries. Never slide components over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. ©...
...memory module: 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 dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your Reference Guide. 7...workbench or other countries. Never slide components over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. ©...
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... registered trademarks of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by a cable. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. in a safe place. 1 8 With a small...the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from the inside of Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage ...
... registered trademarks of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by a cable. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. in a safe place. 1 8 With a small...the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from the inside of Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage ...
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... network bay cover, then remove it to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 6 Turn your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Avoid touching the edge connectors. in the United States ... 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 a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook are trademarks or registered ...
... network bay cover, then remove it to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 6 Turn your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Avoid touching the edge connectors. in the United States ... 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 a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook are trademarks or registered ...
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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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... display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 21. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this slot. Plug the AC adapter cable into this optional jack. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this port. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your...
... display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 21. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this slot. Plug the AC adapter cable into this optional jack. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this port. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your...