Setting up Your Gateway Notebook
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...GATEWAY NOTEBOOK Working Securely Your Gateway notebook comes with an extra battery and fully charge batteries before traveling. · Use your battery...Battery Life To get device drivers, FAQs, product specifications, and other useful information at support.gateway... your notebook. Gateway Notebook User Guide...Gateway Notebook Networking Guide NETWORKING GUIDE Getting Additional Help Printed manuals include the Gateway...Gateway Documentation and see Using Your Computer. You can comfortably see the printed wireless networking guide. Connecting Wirelessly Your Gateway...
...GATEWAY NOTEBOOK Working Securely Your Gateway notebook comes with an extra battery and fully charge batteries before traveling. · Use your battery...Battery Life To get device drivers, FAQs, product specifications, and other useful information at support.gateway... your notebook. Gateway Notebook User Guide...Gateway Notebook Networking Guide NETWORKING GUIDE Getting Additional Help Printed manuals include the Gateway...Gateway Documentation and see Using Your Computer. You can comfortably see the printed wireless networking guide. Connecting Wirelessly Your Gateway...
Setting up Your Gateway Notebook
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... notebook Follow the on-screen instructions to the modem jack if using high speed access. Back Kensington™ lock slot Right USB ports Battery Indicator Ethernet jack IEEE 1394 port DVD drive 2 Connect to AC power Leave the AC adapter plugged in place. Front Microphone jack LCD...port Modem jack Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block 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 battery will fully charge. PC Card slot 3 Connect to the Internet (optional...
... notebook Follow the on-screen instructions to the modem jack if using high speed access. Back Kensington™ lock slot Right USB ports Battery Indicator Ethernet jack IEEE 1394 port DVD drive 2 Connect to AC power Leave the AC adapter plugged in place. Front Microphone jack LCD...port Modem jack Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block 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 battery will fully charge. PC Card slot 3 Connect to the Internet (optional...
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...BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 9 Front 10 Left side 11 Right side 12 Back 13 Bottom 14 Keyboard area 15 Identifying your model 16 Gateway model and serial number 16 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 16 Finding your specifications 17... Accessories 17 3 Getting Started 19 Installing the battery 20 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source...
...BigFix 6 Using Your Computer guide 7 Online help 7 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 9 Front 10 Left side 11 Right side 12 Back 13 Bottom 14 Keyboard area 15 Identifying your model 16 Gateway model and serial number 16 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 16 Finding your specifications 17... Accessories 17 3 Getting Started 19 Installing the battery 20 Connecting the AC adapter 20 Protecting from power source...
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... a projector or monitor 46 Connecting a video camera to your notebook 48 5 Managing Power 49 Monitoring the battery charge 50 Recharging the battery 51 Recalibrating the battery 51 Changing batteries 53 Replacing the battery 53 Extending battery life 55 Conserving battery power 55 Using alternate power sources 56 Changing power modes 56 6 Upgrading Your Notebook 59 Preventing static... the Optional Port Replicator 71 Top 72 Right 73 Back 74 Connecting to the port replicator 75 Attaching to the port replicator 75 ii www.gateway.com
... a projector or monitor 46 Connecting a video camera to your notebook 48 5 Managing Power 49 Monitoring the battery charge 50 Recharging the battery 51 Recalibrating the battery 51 Changing batteries 53 Replacing the battery 53 Extending battery life 55 Conserving battery power 55 Using alternate power sources 56 Changing power modes 56 6 Upgrading Your Notebook 59 Preventing static... the Optional Port Replicator 71 Top 72 Right 73 Back 74 Connecting to the port replicator 75 Attaching to the port replicator 75 ii www.gateway.com
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... Protecting your notebook from viruses 83 Updating Windows 86 Restoring your system 87 9 Troubleshooting 89 Safety guidelines 90 First steps 91 Troubleshooting 92 Audio 92 Battery 92 CD drives 92 Device installation 92 Display 93 DVD drives 94 File management 96 Hard drive 97 Internet 98 Keyboard 100 Memory 100 Memory... Networks 105 Passwords 106 PC Cards 107 Power 107 Printer 108 Sound 109 Status indicators 110 Touchpad 110 Video 111 Telephone support 112 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 112 www...
... Protecting your notebook from viruses 83 Updating Windows 86 Restoring your system 87 9 Troubleshooting 89 Safety guidelines 90 First steps 91 Troubleshooting 92 Audio 92 Battery 92 CD drives 92 Device installation 92 Display 93 DVD drives 94 File management 96 Hard drive 97 Internet 98 Keyboard 100 Memory 100 Memory... Networks 105 Passwords 106 PC Cards 107 Power 107 Printer 108 Sound 109 Status indicators 110 Touchpad 110 Video 111 Telephone support 112 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 112 www...
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... processor technologies to manage the processor speed and power consumption for years to ensure that you keep your new Gateway notebook for a greater battery life experience. We have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. We sincerely hope that you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction...
... processor technologies to manage the processor speed and power consumption for years to ensure that you keep your new Gateway notebook for a greater battery life experience. We have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. We sincerely hope that you ever have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service department will receive the utmost satisfaction...
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... Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this jack. battery charge is very low and has insufficient power to AC power, the battery is connected to turn on page 24. battery is charging and notebook is off - notebook is in Standby mode. ■ LED... ■ LED blinking purple - notebook is on, and if the notebook is fully charged. ■ LED blinking blue - battery is in Standby mode. ■ LED blinking red - www.gateway.com 13 Plug a 10/100/1000 Ethernet network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, router, access point, or an ...
... Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this jack. battery charge is very low and has insufficient power to AC power, the battery is connected to turn on page 24. battery is charging and notebook is off - notebook is in Standby mode. ■ LED... ■ LED blinking purple - notebook is on, and if the notebook is fully charged. ■ LED blinking blue - battery is in Standby mode. ■ LED blinking red - www.gateway.com 13 Plug a 10/100/1000 Ethernet network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, router, access point, or an ...
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Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Bottom Battery Battery latch Memory bay Hard drive bay Website: Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Battery lock System label Component Battery Battery latch Memory bay Hard drive bay System label Battery lock Description Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Identifying your model" on...
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Bottom Battery Battery latch Memory bay Hard drive bay Website: Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Battery lock System label Component Battery Battery latch Memory bay Hard drive bay System label Battery lock Description Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Identifying your model" on...
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...memory" on page 3. See "Using the Optional Port Replicator" on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so you can attach devices directly to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. Accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory... those connections at one time. www.gateway.com 17 For more memory. Memory Large programs, such as memory size, memory type, and hard drive size, visit Gateway's eSupport page at accessories.gateway.com. Batteries If you can swap batteries when necessary. Port replicators Although you ...
...memory" on page 3. See "Using the Optional Port Replicator" on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so you can attach devices directly to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. Accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory... those connections at one time. www.gateway.com 17 For more memory. Memory Large programs, such as memory size, memory type, and hard drive size, visit Gateway's eSupport page at accessories.gateway.com. Batteries If you can swap batteries when necessary. Port replicators Although you ...
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Chapter 3 Getting Started • Installing the battery • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network • Turning your notebook on and off • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard and the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume • Connecting to a wireless network 19
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Installing the battery • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network • Turning your notebook on and off • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard and the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume • Connecting to a wireless network 19
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... page 51. 20 www.gateway.com Allow three hours for the battery to the locked position. The battery was shipped to you use the AC adapter right away to be much shorter than you expect. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for three hours, the battery may be recalibrated. Important...
... page 51. 20 www.gateway.com Allow three hours for the battery to the locked position. The battery was shipped to you use the AC adapter right away to be much shorter than you expect. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for three hours, the battery may be recalibrated. Important...
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... indicator). b Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on , complete the following steps until the power/battery charge indicator turns blue. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. To protect your notebook connected to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents ...them to AC power until it back in. If the power/battery charge indicator does not turn on and off your notebook...
... indicator). b Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on , complete the following steps until the power/battery charge indicator turns blue. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. To protect your notebook connected to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents ...them to AC power until it back in. If the power/battery charge indicator does not turn on and off your notebook...
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... normal operation, you may have to close unresponsive programs and restart your notebook does not respond, turn it . 2 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it on again. www.gateway.com 27 The Windows Security dialog box opens. 2 Click Task Manager.
... normal operation, you may have to close unresponsive programs and restart your notebook does not respond, turn it . 2 Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it on again. www.gateway.com 27 The Windows Security dialog box opens. 2 Click Task Manager.
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Chapter 5 Managing Power • Checking and recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Changing batteries • Extending the life of the battery 49
Chapter 5 Managing Power • Checking and recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Changing batteries • Extending the life of the battery 49
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..., All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ Look at the power/battery charge indicator (see "Changing advanced settings" in the Power Options Properties dialog box. battery charge is in the taskbar. When the battery charge gets low, change the battery or connect to AC power immediately... icon on your hard drive. Closely monitor the battery charge. Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on page 13): ■ LED solid blue - Chapter 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is fully charged. ■ LED blinking blue...
..., All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ Look at the power/battery charge indicator (see "Changing advanced settings" in the Power Options Properties dialog box. battery charge is in the taskbar. When the battery charge gets low, change the battery or connect to AC power immediately... icon on your hard drive. Closely monitor the battery charge. Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on page 13): ■ LED solid blue - Chapter 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is fully charged. ■ LED blinking blue...
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... information, see "Changing notebook power settings" in the taskbar has a lightning bolt . To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. While the battery recharges, the power/battery charge indicator turns on and the power cord icon in Using Your Computer which has been included on the taskbar, click the...
... information, see "Changing notebook power settings" in the taskbar has a lightning bolt . To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. While the battery recharges, the power/battery charge indicator turns on and the power cord icon in Using Your Computer which has been included on the taskbar, click the...
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... Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes. 52 www.gateway.com d Click the Alarms tab. b Click the Power Schemes tab. e Click to open the Power Schemes list, then click Portable/Laptop. e Click to open the Power Schemes list, then click Always On. Let the battery drain ...are ready to use your notebook automatically turns off. b Click the Power Schemes tab. c Click the arrow button to clear the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes. Important Do not use your notebook again, do the following : a From the desktop, right-click on the power ...
... Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes. 52 www.gateway.com d Click the Alarms tab. b Click the Power Schemes tab. e Click to open the Power Schemes list, then click Portable/Laptop. e Click to open the Power Schemes list, then click Always On. Let the battery drain ...are ready to use your notebook automatically turns off. b Click the Power Schemes tab. c Click the arrow button to clear the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes. Important Do not use your notebook again, do the following : a From the desktop, right-click on the power ...
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... to AC power, go to AC power, you must turn off while changing the battery. www.gateway.com 53 Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is not plugged into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while the notebook is turned on and is not plugged into an AC outlet...
... to AC power, go to AC power, you must turn off while changing the battery. www.gateway.com 53 Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is not plugged into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while the notebook is turned on and is not plugged into an AC outlet...
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Chapter 5: Managing Power 5 Slide the battery lock to the unlock position. 6 Slide the battery release latch, then slide the battery out of the notebook. 7 Slide a recharged battery into the notebook until it snaps into place. 8 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. 9 Turn your notebook over. 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. 54 www.gateway.com
Chapter 5: Managing Power 5 Slide the battery lock to the unlock position. 6 Slide the battery release latch, then slide the battery out of the notebook. 7 Slide a recharged battery into the notebook until it snaps into place. 8 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. 9 Turn your notebook over. 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. 54 www.gateway.com
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... drive only when necessary. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ Close the LCD panel to power your notebook. Extending battery life Extending battery life Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to turn off until you are not being used. ■ Modify the power management...
... drive only when necessary. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. ■ Close the LCD panel to power your notebook. Extending battery life Extending battery life Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to turn off until you are not being used. ■ Modify the power management...