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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 19 Sitting at your notebook 19 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 19 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 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 19 Sitting at your notebook 19 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 19 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source problems 21 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 22 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...
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Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this connector. 10 Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 23. For more information, see "Connecting the ...
Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this connector. 10 Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 23. For more information, see "Connecting the ...
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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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... seems short even after being charged for the first time, the battery life may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that came with your notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord... or your notebook's battery. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use the AC adapter that you expect. The battery ...
... seems short even after being charged for the first time, the battery life may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that came with your notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord... or your notebook's battery. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use the AC adapter that you expect. The battery ...
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.... Protecting from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on page 2. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook for ...: • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the ...
.... Protecting from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on page 2. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook for ...: • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the ...
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...does not have the Battery Auto Learning utility programmed into Sleep mode while you the progress. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook over again. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook starts and you.... 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 AC power and restart your battery. Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. If...
...does not have the Battery Auto Learning utility programmed into Sleep mode while you the progress. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook over again. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook starts and you.... 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 AC power and restart your battery. Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. If...
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... discharge" on page 71. 107 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 106. 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. The modules are available in various capacities and any... module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your...
... discharge" on page 71. 107 For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 106. 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. The modules are available in various capacities and any... module can be placed in any Express cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your...
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..., you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any data you want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need ..."Backing up any Express cards. 111 Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. For more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 92. 2 Back up files" in your online User Guide...
..., you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any data you want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need ..."Backing up any Express cards. 111 Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. For more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on page 92. 2 Back up files" in your online User Guide...
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..., see "Changing notebook power settings" on page 71. • Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected securely to your notebook. For instructions on recalibrating your battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 20. • If your notebook is plugged into the outlet and turn ... the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password. Replace any damaged cables. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 76. • Make sure that CAPS LOCK and NUM LOCK are free from cuts or damage. Call Gateway Customer ...
..., see "Changing notebook power settings" on page 71. • Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected securely to your notebook. For instructions on recalibrating your battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 20. • If your notebook is plugged into the outlet and turn ... the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password. Replace any damaged cables. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 76. • Make sure that CAPS LOCK and NUM LOCK are free from cuts or damage. Call Gateway Customer ...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 20 connector 10 international adapters 74 accessories safety precautions 145 acoustic handset coupler 82 application key 30 arrow keys 30 audio adjusting volume 33, 49 back button 32, 43, 44 ..., 44 stop button 32, 43, 44 troubleshooting 139 volume down button 33 volume up button 33 audio CD cleaning 91 inserting 57, 58 automobile power adapter 74 B battery alternate power sources 74 bay 71 calibrating 90 changing 71 charge indicator 6, 70 charge status 70 charging 20, 70 conserving power 73 extending...
Index A AC adapter connecting 20 connector 10 international adapters 74 accessories safety precautions 145 acoustic handset coupler 82 application key 30 arrow keys 30 audio adjusting volume 33, 49 back button 32, 43, 44 ..., 44 stop button 32, 43, 44 troubleshooting 139 volume down button 33 volume up button 33 audio CD cleaning 91 inserting 57, 58 automobile power adapter 74 B battery alternate power sources 74 bay 71 calibrating 90 changing 71 charge indicator 6, 70 charge status 70 charging 20, 70 conserving power 73 extending...
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... 91 case 89 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 154 clicking 41 closing unresponsive program 26 connecting AC adapter 20 cable modem 22 dial-up modem 23 DSL modem 22 external keyboard 29 external monitor 63 keyboard 29 mouse 41 printer 62 projector 63...
... 91 case 89 CD 91 DVD 91 keyboard 89 LCD panel 89 notebook exterior 88 screen 89 154 clicking 41 closing unresponsive program 26 connecting AC adapter 20 cable modem 22 dial-up modem 23 DSL modem 22 external keyboard 29 external monitor 63 keyboard 29 mouse 41 printer 62 projector 63...
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...peripheral devices 62 Plug and Play devices USB support for 62 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 ports See connections power AC adapter 20, 74 advanced settings 76, 78 alternate sources 74 automobile/airplane adapter 74 battery 70, 71, 72, 73 button 12, 14, 31 changing modes 75 changing plans 76 connector... 10, 20 conserving battery power 73 EmPower adapter 74 extending battery life 73 Hibernate mode 75 Hybrid Sleep mode 31, 75 ...
...peripheral devices 62 Plug and Play devices USB support for 62 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 ports See connections power AC adapter 20, 74 advanced settings 76, 78 alternate sources 74 automobile/airplane adapter 74 battery 70, 71, 72, 73 button 12, 14, 31 changing modes 75 changing plans 76 connector... 10, 20 conserving battery power 73 EmPower adapter 74 extending battery life 73 Hibernate mode 75 Hybrid Sleep mode 31, 75 ...
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... must be of your notebook's power connector. 1 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. All other countries. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Replace the power cord if it back in the United States and other brands and product...
... must be of your notebook's power connector. 1 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. All other countries. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Replace the power cord if it back in the United States and other brands and product...
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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 grounding... registered trademarks of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook. Screw Technical Support See the label on the outside of Gateway, Inc. Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD...
... 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 grounding... registered trademarks of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook. Screw Technical Support See the label on the outside of Gateway, Inc. Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD...
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... their respective companies. Warning To avoid exposure to use them. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you are extremely sensitive to replace the hard drive. To replace the hard drive: 1 If possible, create a ...Components 1 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 3 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 grounding wrist...
... their respective companies. Warning To avoid exposure to use them. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you are extremely sensitive to replace the hard drive. To replace the hard drive: 1 If possible, create a ...Components 1 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 3 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 grounding wrist...
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... when you are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to use them in the United States and other brands and product names are extremely sensitive to static...Turn off your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of the keyboard cover and gently pry it in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the...
... when you are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2008 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to use them in the United States and other brands and product names are extremely sensitive to static...Turn off your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of the keyboard cover and gently pry it in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the...
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... 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. Screw 10 Lift the memory bay cover, then remove it to replace a memory module. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors...
... 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. Screw 10 Lift the memory bay cover, then remove it to replace a memory module. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors...
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... Turn off your workbench or other countries. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. See your workbench or other brands and product... 8 Slide the battery out of your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. Caution The cover is marked with notebook components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as...
... Turn off your workbench or other countries. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. See your workbench or other brands and product... 8 Slide the battery out of your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. Caution The cover is marked with notebook components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as...
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... small Phillips screwdriver to use them. Wireless network bay Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. 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 and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding...
... small Phillips screwdriver to use them. Wireless network bay Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. in your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. 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 and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding...
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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...