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... on a projector, monitor, or television . 63 Adjusting the display properties 65 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 66 Chapter 5: Managing Power 69 Monitoring the battery charge 70 Recharging the battery 70 Changing batteries 71 ii
... on a projector, monitor, or television . 63 Adjusting the display properties 65 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 66 Chapter 5: Managing Power 69 Monitoring the battery charge 70 Recharging the battery 70 Changing batteries 71 ii
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www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving battery power 73 Using alternate power sources 74 Changing power modes 75 Changing notebook power settings 76 Changing the power plan 76 Changing ... for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook 88 Cleaning the exterior 89 Cleaning the keyboard 89 Cleaning the notebook screen 89 Maintaining the battery 90 Storing batteries 90 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 91 Recovering your system 91 Creating recovery discs 93 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 95 Returning to...
www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 72 Extending battery life 73 Maximizing battery performance 73 Conserving battery power 73 Using alternate power sources 74 Changing power modes 75 Changing notebook power settings 76 Changing the power plan 76 Changing ... for your notebook 88 Cleaning your notebook 88 Cleaning the exterior 89 Cleaning the keyboard 89 Cleaning the notebook screen 89 Maintaining the battery 90 Storing batteries 90 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 91 Recovering your system 91 Creating recovery discs 93 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 95 Returning to...
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Contents Replacing the hard drive kit 107 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 111 Safety guidelines 112 First steps 112 Troubleshooting 113 Audio 113 Battery 113 CD drives 113 Diskette drive (external 113 Display 114 DVD drives 115 Ethernet 117 Express Cards 117 File management 117 Fingerprint reader 118 Hard ... (wired 129 Networks (wireless 131 Passwords 133 Power 133 Printer 134 Sound 135 Status indicators 135 Touchpad 136 Video 136 Telephone support 136 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 136 iv
Contents Replacing the hard drive kit 107 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 111 Safety guidelines 112 First steps 112 Troubleshooting 113 Audio 113 Battery 113 CD drives 113 Diskette drive (external 113 Display 114 DVD drives 115 Ethernet 117 Express Cards 117 File management 117 Fingerprint reader 118 Hard ... (wired 129 Networks (wireless 131 Passwords 133 Power 133 Printer 134 Sound 135 Status indicators 135 Touchpad 136 Video 136 Telephone support 136 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 136 iv
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... is connected to AC power or the battery charge is charging. n LED solid red - Notebook is on - n LED off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Battery is very low. 6 Battery is off. 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 this jack...
... is connected to AC power or the battery charge is charging. n LED solid red - Notebook is on - n LED off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Battery is very low. 6 Battery is off. 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 this jack...
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... information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 71. Bottom Battery latch www.gateway.com Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Component Icon Battery latch Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Description Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 107. 11 Provides power when the notebook is located...
... information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 71. Bottom Battery latch www.gateway.com Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Component Icon Battery latch Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Description Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 107. 11 Provides power when the notebook is located...
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... returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may be much shorter than you expect. Caution Make sure that you use your notebook on page 72. ...notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook's battery. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to you use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your ...
... returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours, the battery may be much shorter than you expect. Caution Make sure that you use your notebook on page 72. ...notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook's battery. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to you use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your ...
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...8226; Plug the power cord into your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to your notebook can increase to levels far above normal...data loss or system damage. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on , complete the following steps until the battery charge indicator turns blue. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on the...
...8226; Plug the power cord into your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to your notebook can increase to levels far above normal...data loss or system damage. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on , complete the following steps until the battery charge indicator turns blue. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on the...
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... If none of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it. 2. Wireless network Caps lock Num lock Hard drive/DVD 27 www.gateway.com 5 Click X in the top-right corner of the indicators are located below the touchpad. The...
... If none of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it. 2. Wireless network Caps lock Num lock Hard drive/DVD 27 www.gateway.com 5 Click X in the top-right corner of the indicators are located below the touchpad. The...
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... Up and Getting Started Press and hold To... Press a second time to work. Use this feature in the ON position for this feature will affect battery performance.
... Up and Getting Started Press and hold To... Press a second time to work. Use this feature in the ON position for this feature will affect battery performance.
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CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 69
CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 69
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... status indicator. If your notebook is designed to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. Closely monitor the battery charge. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on page 6. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is connected to AC power. Tip For more information about recalibrating the...
... status indicator. If your notebook is designed to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. Closely monitor the battery charge. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on page 6. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is connected to AC power. Tip For more information about recalibrating the...
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...the notebook off the notebook. 2 Turn your Gateway notebook. Discard used batteries promptly. The batteries used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook over so the bottom...battery. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is not plugged into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while the notebook is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide the battery release latch. 4 Slide the battery out of used batteries...
...the notebook off the notebook. 2 Turn your Gateway notebook. Discard used batteries promptly. The batteries used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook over so the bottom...battery. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is not plugged into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while the notebook is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide the battery release latch. 4 Slide the battery out of used batteries...
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... AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you may need to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook. 72 If recalibration is not low, you see a startup screen, press..., the message "Press [Esc] key to maintain the accuracy of the battery gauge. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect your notebook to recalibrate your battery. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook over again. You should also...
... AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you may need to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect the AC power and restart your notebook. 72 If recalibration is not low, you see a startup screen, press..., the message "Press [Esc] key to maintain the accuracy of the battery gauge. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect your notebook to recalibrate your battery. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your notebook over again. You should also...
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...not need them. Important If, after completing this puts additional strain on the battery. www.gateway.com 3 Completely discharge the battery. 4 After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your notebook to power your new battery a few times during the first several weeks of power while inserted, even... if they are better for storage, but avoid frequent full discharges because this procedure, the battery charge indicator still does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at least once a month, even if it reach its maximum rated capacity. Many Express...
...not need them. Important If, after completing this puts additional strain on the battery. www.gateway.com 3 Completely discharge the battery. 4 After the battery is completely drained, reconnect your notebook to power your new battery a few times during the first several weeks of power while inserted, even... if they are better for storage, but avoid frequent full discharges because this procedure, the battery charge indicator still does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at least once a month, even if it reach its maximum rated capacity. Many Express...
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...stays off auto-save features in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of power. • Recharge the battery often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. If you cannot use . • Use the notebook touchpad instead of an external mouse. • ...until you open the panel again. • Use Hibernate mode for times when you plan on page 81. Using alternate power sources To extend battery life, use an airplane/ automobile power adapter or power inverter. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power • Select the Power saver power plan to an...
...stays off auto-save features in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of power. • Recharge the battery often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. If you cannot use . • Use the notebook touchpad instead of an external mouse. • ...until you open the panel again. • Use Hibernate mode for times when you plan on page 81. Using alternate power sources To extend battery life, use an airplane/ automobile power adapter or power inverter. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power • Select the Power saver power plan to an...
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..., thus reducing startup time. If the notebook does not experience a power outage while in Hybrid Sleep mode, it restarts using Sleep mode. www.gateway.com Changing power modes You can use it reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open... settings" on Hybrid Sleep mode to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn on page 78. If your notebook's battery: • Sleep - However, the information in Sleep mode, it switches to use the following power modes to the hard drive. while your notebook is...
..., thus reducing startup time. If the notebook does not experience a power outage while in Hybrid Sleep mode, it restarts using Sleep mode. www.gateway.com Changing power modes You can use it reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open... settings" on Hybrid Sleep mode to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn on page 78. If your notebook's battery: • Sleep - However, the information in Sleep mode, it switches to use the following power modes to the hard drive. while your notebook is...
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... . Use this plan if you want ...then is... Hybrid Sleep mode On Enter Hibernate Click (Start), click mode the arrow next to extend battery life. In Sleep, Hybrid Exit Sleep, Hybrid Press the power Sleep, or Hibernate Sleep, or button. Changing the power plan Power plans (groups... completely off . You can change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver - Three power plans are accustomed to ... CHAPTER 5: Managing Power When in order to the lock icon, then ...
... . Use this plan if you want ...then is... Hybrid Sleep mode On Enter Hibernate Click (Start), click mode the arrow next to extend battery life. In Sleep, Hybrid Exit Sleep, Hybrid Press the power Sleep, or Hibernate Sleep, or button. Changing the power plan Power plans (groups... completely off . You can change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver - Three power plans are accustomed to ... CHAPTER 5: Managing Power When in order to the lock icon, then ...
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... the power plan, click Start, then click Help and Support. 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. Type the keyword power plan in order to use. - The Windows... Mobility Center window opens. 2 Click (Change power settings). The Select a power plan window opens. 3 Select the power plan you selected, then click Save changes. www.gateway.com • High performance - OR Click Change plan settings, modify the power plan you want to gain performance.
... the power plan, click Start, then click Help and Support. 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. Type the keyword power plan in order to use. - The Windows... Mobility Center window opens. 2 Click (Change power settings). The Select a power plan window opens. 3 Select the power plan you selected, then click Save changes. www.gateway.com • High performance - OR Click Change plan settings, modify the power plan you want to gain performance.
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Help For more information about hybrid sleep, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com 3 Click the + in front of Sleep, then click the + in front of Allow hybrid sleep. 4 Change the values to On for On battery and Plugged in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 79 Type the keyword hybrid in .
Help For more information about hybrid sleep, click Start, then click Help and Support. www.gateway.com 3 Click the + in front of Sleep, then click the + in front of Allow hybrid sleep. 4 Change the values to On for On battery and Plugged in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 79 Type the keyword hybrid in .
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... notebook for unsafe lines, especially if you are traveling internationally. 82 Traveling by air • Do not check your notebook as luggage. • Charge the battery in checked luggage. • Keep your notebook hand-inspected or sent through the X-ray scanner, but never carry it through the metal detector. • Turn...
... notebook for unsafe lines, especially if you are traveling internationally. 82 Traveling by air • Do not check your notebook as luggage. • Charge the battery in checked luggage. • Keep your notebook hand-inspected or sent through the X-ray scanner, but never carry it through the metal detector. • Turn...