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MAN TRITON/TEMP/AVALON PSTR R2 04/08 8513064 Introducing: your new Gateway notebook Audio jacks Battery indicator Power indicator HDMI port (optional) Wireless network switch Memory card reader USB ports Ethernet jack Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block Express Card reader Kensington™ lock slot Modem jack (optional) Monitor port Power connector DVD drive USB port
MAN TRITON/TEMP/AVALON PSTR R2 04/08 8513064 Introducing: your new Gateway notebook Audio jacks Battery indicator Power indicator HDMI port (optional) Wireless network switch Memory card reader USB ports Ethernet jack Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block Express Card reader Kensington™ lock slot Modem jack (optional) Monitor port Power connector DVD drive USB port
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... that has been included on your hard drive. Then lock it clicks. USER GUIDE ® CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT For frequently-asked questions, setup help : tips for getting the most out of your battery: • Dim the display as low as you can comfortably see "Managing Power" in use. ... help , and immediate information on common technical issues, go to connect safely and securely. To access your new Gateway® notebook 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it in for at least three hours the first time, so the...
... that has been included on your hard drive. Then lock it clicks. USER GUIDE ® CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT For frequently-asked questions, setup help : tips for getting the most out of your battery: • Dim the display as low as you can comfortably see "Managing Power" in use. ... help , and immediate information on common technical issues, go to connect safely and securely. To access your new Gateway® notebook 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it in for at least three hours the first time, so the...
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... on a projector, monitor, or television . 59 Adjusting the display properties 61 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 62 Chapter 5: Managing Power 65 Monitoring the battery charge 66 Recharging the battery 66 Changing batteries 67 ii
... on a projector, monitor, or television . 59 Adjusting the display properties 61 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 62 Chapter 5: Managing Power 65 Monitoring the battery charge 66 Recharging the battery 66 Changing batteries 67 ii
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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 71 Changing notebook power settings 72 Changing the power plan 72 Changing ... 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 Creating recovery discs 89 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 91 Returning to...
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 71 Changing notebook power settings 72 Changing the power plan 72 Changing ... 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 Creating recovery discs 89 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 91 Returning to...
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Contents Replacing the hard drive kit 103 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 109 Safety guidelines 110 First steps 110 Troubleshooting 111 Audio 111 Battery 111 CD drives 111 Diskette drive (external 111 Display 112 DVD drives 113 Ethernet 115 Express Cards 115 File management 115 Fingerprint reader 116 Hard ... (wired 127 Networks (wireless 129 Passwords 131 Power 131 Printer 132 Sound 133 Status indicators 133 Touchpad 134 Video 134 Telephone support 134 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 134 iv
Contents Replacing the hard drive kit 103 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 109 Safety guidelines 110 First steps 110 Troubleshooting 111 Audio 111 Battery 111 CD drives 111 Diskette drive (external 111 Display 112 DVD drives 113 Ethernet 115 Express Cards 115 File management 115 Fingerprint reader 116 Hard ... (wired 127 Networks (wireless 129 Passwords 131 Power 131 Printer 132 Sound 133 Status indicators 133 Touchpad 134 Video 134 Telephone support 134 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 134 iv
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...or headphones into this jack. Notebook is off - Battery is charging. ■ LED blinking red - Battery is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low. ■ LED solid ...red - 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 ...
...or headphones into this jack. Notebook is off - Battery is charging. ■ LED blinking red - Battery is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low. ■ LED solid ...red - 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 ...
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... The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 99. Battery lock Slide to release the battery. Memory bay Memory modules are located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 103. Customer Care label Includes the Customer Care contact information. For...
... The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 99. Battery lock Slide to release the battery. Memory bay Memory modules are located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 103. Customer Care label Includes the Customer Care contact information. For...
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Allow three hours for the battery to fully charge the battery. 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 may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Replace...
Allow three hours for the battery to fully charge the battery. 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 may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Replace...
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...8226; Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. For more information, see "Front" on the Customer Care label. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to AC power until it back in. • Press...notebook, then plug it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). 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 ...
...8226; Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. For more information, see "Front" on the Customer Care label. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to AC power until it back in. • Press...notebook, then plug it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). 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 ...
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... close programs that is not responding. 4 Click End Task. 5 Click X in Windows to close unresponsive programs on again. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it . 2. The Windows Task Manager dialog box opens. 3 Click the program that are not responding. Press and hold the...
... close programs that is not responding. 4 Click End Task. 5 Click X in Windows to close unresponsive programs on again. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it . 2. The Windows Task Manager dialog box opens. 3 Click the program that are not responding. Press and hold the...
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...Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to work. Press a second time to the normal brightness setting. FN, then press this feature will affect battery performance. For more information, see "Left" on commercial aircraft. Skip back one CD track or DVD chapter. 29 Skip ahead one CD ...track or DVD chapter. Play or pause the CD or DVD. Stop playing the CD or DVD. www.gateway.com Press and hold To... Important: Using this system key... Important: The wireless network switch must be turned off . 6 Warning: Radio...
...Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to work. Press a second time to the normal brightness setting. FN, then press this feature will affect battery performance. For more information, see "Left" on commercial aircraft. Skip back one CD track or DVD chapter. 29 Skip ahead one CD ...track or DVD chapter. Play or pause the CD or DVD. Stop playing the CD or DVD. www.gateway.com Press and hold To... Important: Using this system key... Important: The wireless network switch must be turned off . 6 Warning: Radio...
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CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 65
CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 65
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... and the current power plan. • Wait for a greater battery life experience. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to recalibrate the battery. To monitor the battery charge: • Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. If your notebook is installed and...
... and the current power plan. • Wait for a greater battery life experience. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to recalibrate the battery. To monitor the battery charge: • Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. If your notebook is installed and...
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... of used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Caution If your Gateway notebook. Keep away from children. To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to AC power you can... while changing the battery. The batteries used batteries promptly. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of the notebook. 5 Slide a recharged battery into the notebook until it is not plugged into place. 6 Slide the battery lock to local hazardous material regulations. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for...
... of used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Caution If your Gateway notebook. Keep away from children. To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to AC power you can... while changing the battery. The batteries used batteries promptly. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of the notebook. 5 Slide a recharged battery into the notebook until it is not plugged into place. 6 Slide the battery lock to local hazardous material regulations. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for...
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...the spacebar. 5 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook over again. When the recalibration has finished, the message "Press [Esc] ...key to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. To recalibrate the battery without using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2...
...the spacebar. 5 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook over again. When the recalibration has finished, the message "Press [Esc] ...key to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. To recalibrate the battery without using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2...
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... discharges with frequent recharges are not being used. 69 Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum performance from your notebook battery, we recommend that you do not need them. www.gateway.com 3 Completely discharge the battery. 4 After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your new battery a few times during the first several weeks of power...
... discharges with frequent recharges are not being used. 69 Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum performance from your notebook battery, we recommend that you do not need them. www.gateway.com 3 Completely discharge the battery. 4 After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your new battery a few times during the first several weeks of power...
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.... • If you cannot use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If traveling internationally, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. Save the battery for times when you will have access to turn off the display while you are not using power plans, see ...8226; Close the LCD panel to an EmPower™ in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of telephones. 70 Save the battery for maximum power savings while your notebook. This drive uses a large amount of an external mouse. • Decrease or mute speaker volume. ...
.... • If you cannot use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If traveling internationally, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. Save the battery for times when you will have access to turn off the display while you are not using power plans, see ...8226; Close the LCD panel to an EmPower™ in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of telephones. 70 Save the battery for maximum power savings while your notebook. This drive uses a large amount of an external mouse. • Decrease or mute speaker volume. ...
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...it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off. • Hibernate - (also called save your notebook's battery: • Sleep - You must turn on page 74. Using power saving modes Always save to disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the ... programs and documents that were open when you activated Hibernate mode. • Hybrid Sleep - while your notebook reduces or turns off . www.gateway.com Changing power modes You can use it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off similar...
...it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off. • Hibernate - (also called save your notebook's battery: • Sleep - You must turn on page 74. Using power saving modes Always save to disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the ... programs and documents that were open when you activated Hibernate mode. • Hybrid Sleep - while your notebook reduces or turns off . www.gateway.com Changing power modes You can use it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off similar...
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CHAPTER 5: Managing Power When in order to extend battery life. You can customize power settings from the Windows Mobility Center by changing power settings on your notebook ...and you will be away from AC ... the display or hard drive is automatically turned off . Use this plan if you want ...then is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver -
CHAPTER 5: Managing Power When in order to extend battery life. You can customize power settings from the Windows Mobility Center by changing power settings on your notebook ...and you will be away from AC ... the display or hard drive is automatically turned off . Use this plan if you want ...then is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver -
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Use this plan if you are accustomed to under the other two power plans. Your battery may not last as long as you need additional computing power for your program. OR Click Change plan settings, modify the power plan you want ... Start, then click Help and Support. To change the power plan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. www.gateway.com • High performance - This power plan sacrifices battery life in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 73 The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 2 Click (Change power settings).
Use this plan if you are accustomed to under the other two power plans. Your battery may not last as long as you need additional computing power for your program. OR Click Change plan settings, modify the power plan you want ... Start, then click Help and Support. To change the power plan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. www.gateway.com • High performance - This power plan sacrifices battery life in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 73 The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 2 Click (Change power settings).