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www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable into the WAN port on the router and the other end into the network jack ... is the latest advance in computer communication. With a wireless home network, you can set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of a straight-through network cable into any numbered port on the computer. Cable/DSL modem Router...
www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable into the WAN port on the router and the other end into the network jack ... is the latest advance in computer communication. With a wireless home network, you can set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of a straight-through network cable into any numbered port on the computer. Cable/DSL modem Router...
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...-5980 (Canada) Actual product may vary from image shown. in the Windows VistaTM Security Center (click (Start), Control Panel, then click Security). Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in your online documentation, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. To access your Reference Guide. Then lock it clicks.
...-5980 (Canada) Actual product may vary from image shown. in the Windows VistaTM Security Center (click (Start), Control Panel, then click Security). Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in your online documentation, click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. To access your Reference Guide. Then lock it clicks.
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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 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6... 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 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 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 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6... 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 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem ...
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... by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this port. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this connector. 10 Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Modem jack Kensington lock slot (optional) Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack...
... by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this port. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this connector. 10 Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Modem jack Kensington lock slot (optional) Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack...
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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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...short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating... You should use your notebook may need to be much shorter than you use the AC adapter right away to you use the AC adapter that you partially charged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that came with your notebook or one of the same type and...
...short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating... You should use your notebook may need to be much shorter than you use the AC adapter right away to you use the AC adapter that you partially charged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that came with your notebook or one of the same type and...
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... indicator). Protect your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook for the location of electricity coming into a wall outlet. Important If the battery charge indicator does not...power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your 19 The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care...
... indicator). Protect your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook for the location of electricity coming into a wall outlet. Important If the battery charge indicator does not...power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your 19 The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care...
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...Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook. 68 If your notebook unexpectedly goes into the BIOS. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your battery. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. 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 notebook over again. If your notebook does not have the Battery Auto Learning utility ...
...Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook. 68 If your notebook unexpectedly goes into the BIOS. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your battery. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. 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 notebook over again. If your notebook does not have the Battery Auto Learning utility ...
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For more information about traveling with your notebook, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" on taking your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector. • If you do not use battery power by running optical drives. • Use the DVD drive only when... of telephones. 70 Save the battery for them next to get maximum power savings. Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in airports, look for times when you cannot use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If traveling internationally, take an extra...
For more information about traveling with your notebook, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" on taking your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector. • If you do not use battery power by running optical drives. • Use the DVD drive only when... of telephones. 70 Save the battery for them next to get maximum power savings. Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in airports, look for times when you cannot use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If traveling internationally, take an extra...
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Additional tips • If you plan to use several USB peripheral devices, take power plug adapters. • Take a portable surge protector to protect your notebook from power surges. • To get the best performance from your notebook, ...a network. Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your AC power adapter to recharge the battery. For information on . • Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally. 81 www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving...
Additional tips • If you plan to use several USB peripheral devices, take power plug adapters. • Take a portable surge protector to protect your notebook from power surges. • To get the best performance from your notebook, ...a network. Some hotels provide Internet connectivity only through their networks. • If your AC power adapter to recharge the battery. For information on . • Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally. 81 www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving...
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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 notebook over so the bottom is facing up, ...Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 98. 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. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines...
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 notebook over so the bottom is facing up, ...Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 98. 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. Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines...
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...your online User Guide. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 98. 4 Turn off 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 can replace your original drive with...capacity drive. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard ...
...your online User Guide. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 98. 4 Turn off 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 can replace your original drive with...capacity drive. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard ...
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...or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. • Make sure that you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover,...box, then press ENTER. While troubleshooting your notebook, follow these things first: • Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • Make sure that it is firmly connected to troubleshoot your problem if power ...
...or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. • Make sure that you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover,...box, then press ENTER. While troubleshooting your notebook, follow these things first: • Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • Make sure that it is firmly connected to troubleshoot your problem if power ...
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... the BIOS Setup utility) is very secure, with no easy way to room temperature. 131 Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 18. • If your notebook is plugged into the outlet and turn it on..." on , and working device, such as a lamp, into a surge protector, make sure that the surge protector is connected securely to your AC power adapter is calibrated correctly. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 66. • Make sure that your notebook. ...
... the BIOS Setup utility) is very secure, with no easy way to room temperature. 131 Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 18. • If your notebook is plugged into the outlet and turn it on..." on , and working device, such as a lamp, into a surge protector, make sure that the surge protector is connected securely to your AC power adapter is calibrated correctly. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Changing batteries" on page 66. • Make sure that your notebook. ...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 18 connector 10 international adapters 70 accessories safety precautions 139 acoustic handset coupler 78 application key 27 arrow keys 27 audio adjusting volume 30, 45 back button 29, 40 headphone ... 29, 40 stop button 29, 40 troubleshooting 133 volume down button 30 volume up button 30 audio CD cleaning 87 inserting 53, 54 automobile power adapter 70 B battery alternate power sources 70 bay 67 calibrating 86 changing 67 charge indicator 6, 66 charge status 66 charging 18, 66 conserving power 69 extending...
Index A AC adapter connecting 18 connector 10 international adapters 70 accessories safety precautions 139 acoustic handset coupler 78 application key 27 arrow keys 27 audio adjusting volume 30, 45 back button 29, 40 headphone ... 29, 40 stop button 29, 40 troubleshooting 133 volume down button 30 volume up button 30 audio CD cleaning 87 inserting 53, 54 automobile power adapter 70 B battery alternate power sources 70 bay 67 calibrating 86 changing 67 charge indicator 6, 66 charge status 66 charging 18, 66 conserving power 69 extending...
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... CD 87 case 85 CD 87 DVD 87 keyboard 85 LCD panel 85 notebook exterior 84 screen 85 clicking 38 closing unresponsive program 24 connecting AC adapter 18 cable modem 20 dial-up modem 21 DSL modem 20 external keyboard 26 external monitor 59 keyboard 26 mouse 38 printer 58 projector 59...
... CD 87 case 85 CD 87 DVD 87 keyboard 85 LCD panel 85 notebook exterior 84 screen 85 clicking 38 closing unresponsive program 24 connecting AC adapter 18 cable modem 20 dial-up modem 21 DSL modem 20 external keyboard 26 external monitor 59 keyboard 26 mouse 38 printer 58 projector 59...
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...devices 58 Plug and Play devices USB support for 58 pointer identifying 37 moving 38 ports See connections power AC adapter 18, 70 advanced settings 72, 74 alternate sources 70 automobile/airplane adapter 70 battery 66, 67, 68, 69 button 12, 28 changing modes 71 changing plans 72 connector 10,... 18 conserving battery power 69 EmPower adapter 70 extending battery life 69 Hibernate mode 71 Hybrid Sleep mode 28, 71 indicator 6, 23 international adapter 81 management 65, 69...
...devices 58 Plug and Play devices USB support for 58 pointer identifying 37 moving 38 ports See connections power AC adapter 18, 70 advanced settings 72, 74 alternate sources 70 automobile/airplane adapter 70 battery 66, 67, 68, 69 button 12, 28 changing modes 71 changing plans 72 connector 10,... 18 conserving battery power 69 EmPower adapter 70 extending battery life 69 Hibernate mode 71 Hybrid Sleep mode 28, 71 indicator 6, 23 international adapter 81 management 65, 69...