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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 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 ...15 Working safely and comfortably 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting 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 ...
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 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 ...15 Working safely and comfortably 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting 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 ...
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...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 71 Changing notebook power settings 72 Changing the power plan 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook...Additional tips 81 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 83 Caring for your notebook 84 Cleaning your notebook 84 Cleaning the exterior 85 Cleaning the keyboard 85 Cleaning the notebook screen 85 Maintaining the battery 86 ...
...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 71 Changing notebook power settings 72 Changing the power plan 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook...Additional tips 81 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 83 Caring for your notebook 84 Cleaning your notebook 84 Cleaning the exterior 85 Cleaning the keyboard 85 Cleaning the notebook screen 85 Maintaining the battery 86 ...
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Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your hard drive. Accessing your online... User Guide In addition to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway ...
Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your hard drive. Accessing your online... User Guide In addition to -read manual that are for informational purposes only. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway ...
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...Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your operating system. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. For more information... For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your notebook's label. Gateway Customer Care will need this ...
...Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your operating system. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. For more information... For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your notebook's label. Gateway Customer Care will need this ...
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... - Battery is malfunctioning. Battery is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Headphone jack Microphone jack Description Plug a microphone into this jack. ■ LED on ...blue - Battery charge is very low. 6 Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low. ■ LED solid red - Notebook is in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Headphone ...
... - Battery is malfunctioning. Battery is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Headphone jack Microphone jack Description Plug a microphone into this jack. ■ LED on ...blue - Battery charge is very low. 6 Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low. ■ LED solid red - Notebook is in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Headphone ...
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...are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. 8 Caution: Provide adequate space around your notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. IEEE 802.11 ...and Bluetooth communication devices are not obstructed. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your wireless radio on or off" on or off while traveling in...
...are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. 8 Caution: Provide adequate space around your notebook may become hot enough to the notebook. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. IEEE 802.11 ...and Bluetooth communication devices are not obstructed. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your wireless radio on or off" on or off while traveling in...
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Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 52. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9
Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 52. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9
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... the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 21. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this optional jack. Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Optional modem jack Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug...
... the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 21. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this optional jack. Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Optional modem jack Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug...
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... see "Changing batteries" on page 103. Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 67. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 67. Memory modules are located in this... bay. Bottom www.gateway.com Battery Battery latch Customer care label Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: ...
... see "Changing batteries" on page 103. Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 67. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 67. Memory modules are located in this... bay. Bottom www.gateway.com Battery Battery latch Customer care label Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: ...
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... 37. 12 Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. The panel includes a capacitive volume control. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Speaker Optional multimedia panel Power button Keyboard Speaker Status indicators Optionalfingerprint Touchpad reader Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of CDs...
... 37. 12 Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. The panel includes a capacitive volume control. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Speaker Optional multimedia panel Power button Keyboard Speaker Status indicators Optionalfingerprint Touchpad reader Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of CDs...
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CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook LCD panel Optional microphone Optional webcam Optional webcam status indicator Component Microphone (optional) Webcam (optional) Webcam status indicator (optional) Icon Description Use to let others ...
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook LCD panel Optional microphone Optional webcam Optional webcam status indicator Component Microphone (optional) Webcam (optional) Webcam status indicator (optional) Icon Description Use to let others ...
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...; 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 (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad...
...; 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 (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad...
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...filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. • Avoid focusing your eyes on the sides clear. Warning Do not use your notebook on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and screen so you use an external keyboard, raise the...parallel to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it rests on distant objects. • Where feasible, keep your notebook's ventilation openings clear of obstructions, or your notebook may overheat, increasing the risk of burns to focus on your screen for setting up a safe and comfortable work area. ...
...filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. • Avoid focusing your eyes on the sides clear. Warning Do not use your notebook on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and screen so you use an external keyboard, raise the...parallel to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it rests on distant objects. • Where feasible, keep your notebook's ventilation openings clear of obstructions, or your notebook may overheat, increasing the risk of burns to focus on your screen for setting up a safe and comfortable work area. ...
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... of the seat, or use a footrest to provide extra back support. This position lets your shoulders relax while you use the keyboard and touchpad. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • Take breaks to control your arm's height above the...
... of the seat, or use a footrest to provide extra back support. This position lets your shoulders relax while you use the keyboard and touchpad. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • Take breaks to control your arm's height above the...
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... be recalibrated. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook's battery. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that you partially charged. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the...
... be recalibrated. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook's battery. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that you partially charged. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the...
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...wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. Protect your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your ...19 Protecting from your notebook, then plug it back in. •...
...wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. Protect your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your ...19 Protecting from your notebook, then plug it back in. •...
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... avoid electrical shock, use a surge protector. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. To protect your notebook. If you have a telephone modem, use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the network ...cable into the network jack on your notebook through both the surge protector and the modem. To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network. If you have a cable modem...
... avoid electrical shock, use a surge protector. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. To protect your notebook. If you have a telephone modem, use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network: 1 Insert one end of the network ...cable into the network jack on your notebook through both the surge protector and the modem. To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network. If you have a cable modem...
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www.gateway.com Connecting the optional dial-up modem Your notebook may become hot enough to a standard telephone line. Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other end of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24...on your lap. If the air vents are not obstructed. Caution Provide adequate space around your dialup modem connection. Do not use the notebook on your notebook. 2 Insert the other similar surface. 21 Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. To connect the optional...
www.gateway.com Connecting the optional dial-up modem Your notebook may become hot enough to a standard telephone line. Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other end of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24...on your lap. If the air vents are not obstructed. Caution Provide adequate space around your dialup modem connection. Do not use the notebook on your notebook. 2 Insert the other similar surface. 21 Important The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. To connect the optional...
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Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting your notebook for its setup instructions. 5 To open the main menu, click (Start). Tip For more information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral ...device" on page 58. 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. Tip For more information on any peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, and...
Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting your notebook for its setup instructions. 5 To open the main menu, click (Start). Tip For more information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral ...device" on page 58. 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. Tip For more information on any peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, and...
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... when your notebook entered Hibernate mode are laid out just as you wake your notebook from the ...notebook saves your notebook is turned completely off. To put your session and shuts down to the lock icon, then click Hibernate. Waking your notebook... from a Sleep state is in Sleep mode, the power indicator flashes. When you left them . Turning off your notebook Putting your notebook...notebook after it up your notebook When you have not used your notebook for several minutes or if you left them . The notebook saves your notebook to save power. If your notebook...
... when your notebook entered Hibernate mode are laid out just as you wake your notebook from the ...notebook saves your notebook is turned completely off. To put your session and shuts down to the lock icon, then click Hibernate. Waking your notebook... from a Sleep state is in Sleep mode, the power indicator flashes. When you left them . Turning off your notebook Putting your notebook...notebook after it up your notebook When you have not used your notebook for several minutes or if you left them . The notebook saves your notebook to save power. If your notebook...