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...sync partnerships. ■ Click (Change presentation settings) to open the Presentation Settings dialog box and select the audio and video settings for the LCD panel or a connected monitor. For more information, see "Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings" on the presentation settings. ...the tablet PC screen from . For more information, see "Connecting to a wireless Ethernet network" on page 52. ■ Click Turn wireless on to turn the wireless radio on or click Turn wireless off to return your notebook to its normal settings. 85 Control www.gateway.com Description ...
...sync partnerships. ■ Click (Change presentation settings) to open the Presentation Settings dialog box and select the audio and video settings for the LCD panel or a connected monitor. For more information, see "Adjusting tablet, digital pen, and input panel settings" on the presentation settings. ...the tablet PC screen from . For more information, see "Connecting to a wireless Ethernet network" on page 52. ■ Click Turn wireless on to turn the wireless radio on or click Turn wireless off to return your notebook to its normal settings. 85 Control www.gateway.com Description ...
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...55 viewing list 9 fragmentation 96 G gadgets adding 75 configuring 75 configuring Sidebar 76 control panel 76 Sidebar 75 using 75 game access restricting 87 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 46 H hard drive backing up files 97 checking for errors 95 checking for free space 93 ...disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address entering 52 ISP See Internet service provider K keyboard icon 16 keyboard shortcuts 19 L LCD panel using screen saver 74 links 23 M maintenance backing up files 97 checking for drive errors 95 checking hard drive space 93 defragmenting 96 deleting ...
...55 viewing list 9 fragmentation 96 G gadgets adding 75 configuring 75 configuring Sidebar 76 control panel 76 Sidebar 75 using 75 game access restricting 87 Gateway Web address 2 Web site 2 Gigabit Ethernet 46 H hard drive backing up files 97 checking for errors 95 checking for free space 93 ...disconnecting from 22 setting up account 22 IP address entering 52 ISP See Internet service provider K keyboard icon 16 keyboard shortcuts 19 L LCD panel using screen saver 74 links 23 M maintenance backing up files 97 checking for drive errors 95 checking hard drive space 93 defragmenting 96 deleting ...
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... adequate space around your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. To start your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. If the air vents are starting your first user account. 24 Do not use the notebook on -screen instructions to select the language and time...
... adequate space around your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. To start your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. If the air vents are starting your first user account. 24 Do not use the notebook on -screen instructions to select the language and time...
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If recalibration is not low, you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. Important Select models have this utility in BIOS, use the non-BIOS procedure. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect your notebook to recalibrate...of the battery gauge. You should also recalibrate the battery periodically to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you see a startup screen, press F2. If your notebook starts and you the progress. The entire process takes several hours. If your notebook unexpectedly goes into the...
If recalibration is not low, you must start the process over . 8 Open the LCD panel. Important Select models have this utility in BIOS, use the non-BIOS procedure. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect your notebook to recalibrate...of the battery gauge. You should also recalibrate the battery periodically to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you see a startup screen, press F2. If your notebook starts and you the progress. The entire process takes several hours. If your notebook unexpectedly goes into the...
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... saving modes to the power button and Sleep system key. The top three settings are using. To turn on the left side of the screen that you are not tied to change advanced power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. ...changing the power management settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Changing advanced settings Advanced power settings let you close the LCD panel. The Select a power plan window opens. 3 Click a setting on Hybrid Sleep mode: 1 On the Select a power plan window, click ...
... saving modes to the power button and Sleep system key. The top three settings are using. To turn on the left side of the screen that you are not tied to change advanced power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. ...changing the power management settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Changing advanced settings Advanced power settings let you close the LCD panel. The Select a power plan window opens. 3 Click a setting on Hybrid Sleep mode: 1 On the Select a power plan window, click ...
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... a little water on the cloth (never directly on the keyboard, turn off your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any water into the vents. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . Use a damp, lint-free cloth ... keys. Your notebook is made of specially coated glass and can of air with the exception of the memory bay. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is cooled by using an aerosol can damage the finish on the case, so keep the vents free of your notebook with a narrow...
... a little water on the cloth (never directly on the keyboard, turn off your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any water into the vents. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . Use a damp, lint-free cloth ... keys. Your notebook is made of specially coated glass and can of air with the exception of the memory bay. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is cooled by using an aerosol can damage the finish on the case, so keep the vents free of your notebook with a narrow...
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...Make sure that are always dark or too bright • This condition is normal and inherent in the TFT technology used in active-matrix LCD screens. The display has pixels that the disc label is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. DVD drives Your ... place a disc on changing the display settings, see "Changing screen settings" in your online User Guide. • Move your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to toggle through the LCD panel, an external monitor or projector, or both. Gateway's inspection standards keep these pixels are flawed and cannot be seated...
...Make sure that are always dark or too bright • This condition is normal and inherent in the TFT technology used in active-matrix LCD screens. The display has pixels that the disc label is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. DVD drives Your ... place a disc on changing the display settings, see "Changing screen settings" in your online User Guide. • Move your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to toggle through the LCD panel, an external monitor or projector, or both. Gateway's inspection standards keep these pixels are flawed and cannot be seated...
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... for TV images. You should use the built-in your TV includes an HDMI port, connect the HDMI cable from Gateway. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that can cause problems and affect the video quality. Although they offer excellent resolutions and...optimal video quality. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting • Type of connection used-You can lower video quality. • Screen resolution-By default, the notebook uses a screen resolution optimized for the LCD screen. However, the connection type has an affect on a TV display, you may shift, scramble, or scroll ...
... for TV images. You should use the built-in your TV includes an HDMI port, connect the HDMI cable from Gateway. Gateway recommends using high-quality video cables that can cause problems and affect the video quality. Although they offer excellent resolutions and...optimal video quality. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting • Type of connection used-You can lower video quality. • Screen resolution-By default, the notebook uses a screen resolution optimized for the LCD screen. However, the connection type has an affect on a TV display, you may shift, scramble, or scroll ...
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... phone memory cards 59 Certificate of Authenticity 3 changing battery 70 cleaning audio CD 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...
... phone memory cards 59 Certificate of Authenticity 3 changing battery 70 cleaning audio CD 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...
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www.gateway.com T technical support Support 3 tips before contacting 140 telephone acoustic handset coupler 82 line protector 82 line tester 82 telephone support 140 television HDMI out jack 7, 63 playing DVD on 63 viewing display on 63 touchpad buttons 40, 41 clicking 41 double-clicking 41 dragging screen objects 42 ... 119 Express Cards 121 external monitor 140 faxes 131 files 121 general guidelines 116 hard drive 122 Internet connection 123, 131 keyboard 124 LCD panel 118 Media Center 125 memory 128 memory card reader 129 modem 129 mouse 132 network 133, 135 passwords 137 power 137 printer ...
www.gateway.com T technical support Support 3 tips before contacting 140 telephone acoustic handset coupler 82 line protector 82 line tester 82 telephone support 140 television HDMI out jack 7, 63 playing DVD on 63 viewing display on 63 touchpad buttons 40, 41 clicking 41 double-clicking 41 dragging screen objects 42 ... 119 Express Cards 121 external monitor 140 faxes 131 files 121 general guidelines 116 hard drive 122 Internet connection 123, 131 keyboard 124 LCD panel 118 Media Center 125 memory 128 memory card reader 129 modem 129 mouse 132 network 133, 135 passwords 137 power 137 printer ...
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... For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral device" on -screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your online User Guide. 23 www.gateway.com To start your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
... For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Installing a printer or other peripheral device" on -screen instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your online User Guide. 23 www.gateway.com To start your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
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...plan window opens. 3 Click a setting on the left side of the screen that you assign different power saving modes to the power button and Sleep system key. www.gateway.com Changing advanced settings Advanced power settings let you want to change advanced ...power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. The top three settings are not tied to a power plan. You can also select which power saving mode is activated when you close the LCD...
...plan window opens. 3 Click a setting on the left side of the screen that you assign different power saving modes to the power button and Sleep system key. www.gateway.com Changing advanced settings Advanced power settings let you want to change advanced ...power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. The top three settings are not tied to a power plan. You can also select which power saving mode is activated when you close the LCD...
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... (notebooks) should be caused by heat than one way to extend their life and to replace it again. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is one total discharge. This only adds strain. Charging lithium batteries correctly is made of specially coated glass and can be covered...CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off the device prematurely. As the battery begins to clean the LCD screen. Avoid a hot car, for lithium-ion than by applying a deliberate full discharge once every 30 charges. By now you will cut off...
... (notebooks) should be caused by heat than one way to extend their life and to replace it again. Cleaning the notebook screen Caution A notebook LCD screen is one total discharge. This only adds strain. Charging lithium batteries correctly is made of specially coated glass and can be covered...CHAPTER 7: Maintaining Your Notebook If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off the device prematurely. As the battery begins to clean the LCD screen. Avoid a hot car, for lithium-ion than by applying a deliberate full discharge once every 30 charges. By now you will cut off...
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...you place a disc on the tray, make sure that the disc label is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. Gateway's inspection standards keep these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on your notebook away from sources of pixels affected. For more information about adjusting the... cannot be seated correctly in the tray. If you press the disc firmly onto the spindle so the retainers hold the disc in active-matrix LCD screens. DVD drives Your notebook does not recognize a disc • The disc may be sending its display to a minimum. For instructions on page ...
...you place a disc on the tray, make sure that the disc label is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. Gateway's inspection standards keep these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on your notebook away from sources of pixels affected. For more information about adjusting the... cannot be seated correctly in the tray. If you press the disc firmly onto the spindle so the retainers hold the disc in active-matrix LCD screens. DVD drives Your notebook does not recognize a disc • The disc may be sending its display to a minimum. For instructions on page ...
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...be better on the screen, a standard interlaced ...screen first displays the video image odd lines one at a time, sequentially from Gateway.... Interlaced video displays a video frame with two passes of the video image with black text look readable. Gateway... recommends using the notebook functions. 122 Type the keyword changing display settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Size of a resolution and may need to lower the screen...the screen resolution, see "Changing color depth and screen ... and support higher screen resolutions. Generally, video will ...
...be better on the screen, a standard interlaced ...screen first displays the video image odd lines one at a time, sequentially from Gateway.... Interlaced video displays a video frame with two passes of the video image with black text look readable. Gateway... recommends using the notebook functions. 122 Type the keyword changing display settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Size of a resolution and may need to lower the screen...the screen resolution, see "Changing color depth and screen ... and support higher screen resolutions. Generally, video will ...
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... memory cards 54 Certificate of Authenticity 3 changing battery 66 cleaning audio CD 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...
... memory cards 54 Certificate of Authenticity 3 changing battery 66 cleaning audio CD 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...
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www.gateway.com troubleshooting 136 supervisor password 78 surge protector 20 Suspend 29 switch wireless network 8 ...external monitor 136 faxes 127 files 117 general guidelines 112 hard drive 118 Internet connection 119, 126 keyboard 120 LCD panel 114 Media Center 121 memory 124 memory card reader 124 modem 124, 125 mouse 128 network 129, 131... passwords 133 power 133 printer 134 projector 136 safety guidelines 112 screen 114, 136 screen area 114 screen resolution 114 sound 135 status indicators 136 technical support 137 telephone support 137 touchpad 136 video 136 ...
www.gateway.com troubleshooting 136 supervisor password 78 surge protector 20 Suspend 29 switch wireless network 8 ...external monitor 136 faxes 127 files 117 general guidelines 112 hard drive 118 Internet connection 119, 126 keyboard 120 LCD panel 114 Media Center 121 memory 124 memory card reader 124 modem 124, 125 mouse 128 network 129, 131... passwords 133 power 133 printer 134 projector 136 safety guidelines 112 screen 114, 136 screen area 114 screen resolution 114 sound 135 status indicators 136 technical support 137 telephone support 137 touchpad 136 video 136 ...