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... of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the process you may be prompted to insert your keyboard and follow the on the bottom of their respective companies. If your notebook does ...your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 23 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any key to the hard drive bracket. As part of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Screw Screw Screw Screw 14 Place the new drive, label side up, onto the bracket so the screw...
... of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the process you may be prompted to insert your keyboard and follow the on the bottom of their respective companies. If your notebook does ...your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 23 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any key to the hard drive bracket. As part of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Screw Screw Screw Screw 14 Place the new drive, label side up, onto the bracket so the screw...
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... known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from the inside of Gateway, Inc. Do not disconnect the cables from the cover or notebook. 12 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the five keyboard screws and put them . Avoid touching the edge connectors. All other grounded object. To replace the...
... known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from the inside of Gateway, Inc. Do not disconnect the cables from the cover or notebook. 12 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the five keyboard screws and put them . Avoid touching the edge connectors. All other grounded object. To replace the...
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... important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. The cover should easily fall into the slots under the palm rest. All rights reserved. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the keyboard to lock the connector in place. Technical Support See the... from you finger along the front edge of Gateway, Inc. Be careful to touch or damage any Express cards. Be careful not to not damage the LCD panel. 19 Replace the screws removed in Step 12. 20 Replace the keyboard cover by first inserting the tabs located on ...
... important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. The cover should easily fall into the slots under the palm rest. All rights reserved. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the keyboard to lock the connector in place. Technical Support See the... from you finger along the front edge of Gateway, Inc. Be careful to touch or damage any Express cards. Be careful not to not damage the LCD panel. 19 Replace the screws removed in Step 12. 20 Replace the keyboard cover by first inserting the tabs located on ...
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... notebook components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Do not lay components on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. To replace the multimedia keyboard cover: 1 Follow the guidelines under each of the battery compartment and put them . Be careful not to a bare metal part of your... cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to use them in place. Clip 13 Slide the white power button cable connector clip to replace the multimedia keyboard cover. Gateway and eMachines are up , then remove the battery.
... notebook components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Do not lay components on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. To replace the multimedia keyboard cover: 1 Follow the guidelines under each of the battery compartment and put them . Be careful not to a bare metal part of your... cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to use them in place. Clip 13 Slide the white power button cable connector clip to replace the multimedia keyboard cover. Gateway and eMachines are up , then remove the battery.
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... Gateway, Inc. Caution If the cover is not correctly replaced, your notebook could be flat all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. Important The cable is correctly oriented if it clicks in place. Replacing the Multimedia Keyboard Cover...try to close the LCD panel. 2 18 Press down on the cover in several places until it is not twisted. 17 Replace the keyboard cover by first inserting the tabs located on the front of the cover, then pressing down on both hinge covers to lock the connector in...
... Gateway, Inc. Caution If the cover is not correctly replaced, your notebook could be flat all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. Important The cable is correctly oriented if it clicks in place. Replacing the Multimedia Keyboard Cover...try to close the LCD panel. 2 18 Press down on the cover in several places until it is not twisted. 17 Replace the keyboard cover by first inserting the tabs located on the front of the cover, then pressing down on both hinge covers to lock the connector in...
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... 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 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 LCD panel 14 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started... your notebook 21 Waking up your notebook 23 Turning off your notebook 23 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 24 Using the status indicators 25 Using the keyboard 26 i
... 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 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 LCD panel 14 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started... your notebook 21 Waking up your notebook 23 Turning off your notebook 23 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 24 Using the status indicators 25 Using the keyboard 26 i
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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 ... Power 81 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 Storing batteries 86 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 87 Recovering your system 87 Recovering pre-installed...
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 ... Power 81 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 Storing batteries 86 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 87 Recovering your system 87 Recovering pre-installed...
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... Diskette drive (external 115 Display 116 DVD drives 117 Ethernet 119 Express Cards 119 File management 119 Fingerprint reader 120 Hard drive 120 Internet 121 Keyboard 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 Gateway Customer Care 138 iv
... Diskette drive (external 115 Display 116 DVD drives 117 Ethernet 119 Express Cards 119 File management 119 Fingerprint reader 120 Hard drive 120 Internet 121 Keyboard 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 Gateway Customer Care 138 iv
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...memory card reader" on page 59. Plug USB devices (such as a high definition television, into this jack. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch Express Card slot Component Ethernet jack Memory card... Plug an Ethernet network cable into this optional jack. Plug an HDMI device, such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 55...
...memory card reader" on page 59. Plug USB devices (such as a high definition television, into this jack. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch Express Card slot Component Ethernet jack Memory card... Plug an Ethernet network cable into this optional jack. Plug an HDMI device, such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into the memory card reader. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 55...
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For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 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. 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. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 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. Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive.
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... 74. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Power button Keyboard Speaker Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Changing advanced...page 40. You can also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 37. 12 The panel includes a capacitive volume control. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified ...
... 74. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Speaker Multimedia panel (optional) Power button Keyboard Speaker Status indicators Fingerprint reader Touchpad (optional) Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see "Changing advanced...page 40. You can also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 37. 12 The panel includes a capacitive volume control. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified ...
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Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For more information, see "Using the optional fingerprint reader" on page 25. 13 For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on page 31. www.gateway.com Component Fingerprint reader (optional) Status indicators Icon Description Provides enhanced security.
Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For more information, see "Using the optional fingerprint reader" on page 25. 13 For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on page 31. www.gateway.com Component Fingerprint reader (optional) Status indicators Icon Description Provides enhanced security.
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... 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 • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting...
... 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 • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting...
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... Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. Do not use an external keyboard, raise the notebook so the top of its screen is perpendicular to your line of sight. • Place your feet flat on the floor or...
... Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. Do not use an external keyboard, raise the notebook so the top of its screen is perpendicular to your line of sight. • Place your feet flat on the floor or...
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..., distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat surface...schedule a variety of the seat, or use a pillow or cushion to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. Make sure that they are in a relaxed position when you type. • Adjust the chair... or angling your torso or neck. Sitting at or slightly below the level of your spine. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • ...
..., distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat surface...schedule a variety of the seat, or use a pillow or cushion to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. Make sure that they are in a relaxed position when you type. • Adjust the chair... or angling your torso or neck. Sitting at or slightly below the level of your spine. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • ...
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... information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To start your online User Guide. 22
... information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To start your online User Guide. 22
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... icon, then click Restart. The notebook turns off . The notebook turns off , then turns on your notebook. To restart your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you cannot use the Shut Down option in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. Important If...
... icon, then click Restart. The notebook turns off . The notebook turns off , then turns on your notebook. To restart your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you cannot use the Shut Down option in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. Important If...
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... . Caps lock is turned on . A ■ LED off - Drive is not being accessed. ■ LED off - Hard drive is in use . ■ LED off - www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. Optional wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is turned off... on - Numeric keypad is turned off - Numeric keypad is being accessed. 25 Drive is used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is not in use . ■ LED blinking - Hard drive is turned 1 on -
... . Caps lock is turned on . A ■ LED off - Drive is not being accessed. ■ LED off - Hard drive is in use . ■ LED off - www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. Optional wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is turned off... on - Numeric keypad is turned off - Numeric keypad is being accessed. 25 Drive is used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is not in use . ■ LED blinking - Hard drive is turned 1 on -
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... system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys Windows key FN key Application key Arrow keys Tip You can...
... system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys Windows key FN key Application key Arrow keys Tip You can...
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..., or to open help assistants in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). www.gateway.com Key types The keyboard has several different types of a document. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to the end of keys. Each...
..., or to open help assistants in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). www.gateway.com Key types The keyboard has several different types of a document. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to the end of keys. Each...