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... number 18 Gateway serial number 19 Internal wireless label 19 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 19 Finding your specifications 19 Accessories 20 3 Getting Started 23 Installing the battery 24 Connecting the AC adapter 24 Protecting from power source problems 26 Connecting the dial-up modem 27 Connecting to a ...cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network 28 Starting your convertible tablet PC 29 Turning on the Power on Lid Lift feature 30 Waking up your convertible tablet PC 31 Turning off your convertible tablet PC 31 Restarting (rebooting) your ...
... number 18 Gateway serial number 19 Internal wireless label 19 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 19 Finding your specifications 19 Accessories 20 3 Getting Started 23 Installing the battery 24 Connecting the AC adapter 24 Protecting from power source problems 26 Connecting the dial-up modem 27 Connecting to a ...cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network 28 Starting your convertible tablet PC 29 Turning on the Power on Lid Lift feature 30 Waking up your convertible tablet PC 31 Turning off your convertible tablet PC 31 Restarting (rebooting) your ...
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...one display to another 77 Connecting a video camera to your convertible tablet PC 78 6 Managing Power 79 Monitoring the battery charge 80 Recharging the battery 81 Recalibrating the battery 81 Changing batteries 82 Extending battery ...life 85 Conserving battery power 85 Using alternate power sources 86 Changing power modes 86 7 Upgrading Your Convertible Tablet PC 89 Preventing static electricity discharge 90 Adding ... keyboard 120 Cleaning the convertible tablet PC screen 120 www.gateway.com iii
...one display to another 77 Connecting a video camera to your convertible tablet PC 78 6 Managing Power 79 Monitoring the battery charge 80 Recharging the battery 81 Recalibrating the battery 81 Changing batteries 82 Extending battery ...life 85 Conserving battery power 85 Using alternate power sources 86 Changing power modes 86 7 Upgrading Your Convertible Tablet PC 89 Preventing static electricity discharge 90 Adding ... keyboard 120 Cleaning the convertible tablet PC screen 120 www.gateway.com iii
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... 139 Modem (cable or DSL 140 Modem (dial-up 140 Mouse 144 Networks 144 Passwords 145 PC Cards 145 Pen 146 Power 146 Printer 147 Sound 149 Touchpad 149 Video 150 Telephone support 151 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 151 Telephone numbers 152 Self-help 153 Tutoring 153 Training 153 iv www...
... 139 Modem (cable or DSL 140 Modem (dial-up 140 Mouse 144 Networks 144 Passwords 145 PC Cards 145 Pen 146 Power 146 Printer 147 Sound 149 Touchpad 149 Video 150 Telephone support 151 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 151 Telephone numbers 152 Self-help 153 Tutoring 153 Training 153 iv www...
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... tests to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway.com Please read this guide carefully to our customers - Your new Gateway convertible tablet PC is designed to manage the processor speed and power consumption for a greater battery life experience. We ...and portability. Thank you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on battery power. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service ...
... tests to high-quality, brand-name components at Gateway. 2 www.gateway.com Please read this guide carefully to our customers - Your new Gateway convertible tablet PC is designed to manage the processor speed and power consumption for a greater battery life experience. We ...and portability. Thank you ever have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on battery power. You have a problem, our knowledgeable, dedicated customer service ...
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...learn how to this guide, the Using Your Computer guide has been included on using Windows, using the Internet, sending a fax, and changing power-saving settings as well as other topics. Using Your Computer guide In addition to perform a task while you are using BigFix: ■ From... tap or click Tutorial. To access the Using Your Computer guide: ■ Tap or click Start, All Programs, then tap or click Gateway Documentation. www.gateway.com 7 Online help Many programs provide information online so you can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu ...
...learn how to this guide, the Using Your Computer guide has been included on using Windows, using the Internet, sending a fax, and changing power-saving settings as well as other topics. Using Your Computer guide In addition to perform a task while you are using BigFix: ■ From... tap or click Tutorial. To access the Using Your Computer guide: ■ Tap or click Start, All Programs, then tap or click Gateway Documentation. www.gateway.com 7 Online help Many programs provide information online so you can access most online help information by selecting a topic from a Help menu ...
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... memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into this slot. Plug a microphone into this jack. www.gateway.com 11 PC Card slot Memory card reader IEEE 1394 port Microphone jack Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For more ... see "Using the memory card reader" on page 71. Left Left Kensington PC Card lock slot slot Memory card reader IEEE 1394 port Power switch Microphone jack Headphone jack Speaker Component Kensington™ lock slot Icon Description Secure your convertible tablet PC to an object by connecting a Kensington...
... memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into this slot. Plug a microphone into this jack. www.gateway.com 11 PC Card slot Memory card reader IEEE 1394 port Microphone jack Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For more ... see "Using the memory card reader" on page 71. Left Left Kensington PC Card lock slot slot Memory card reader IEEE 1394 port Power switch Microphone jack Headphone jack Speaker Component Kensington™ lock slot Icon Description Secure your convertible tablet PC to an object by connecting a Kensington...
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.... Provides audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in speakers are plugged into this jack. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Component Headphone jack Power switch Speaker Icon Description Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. To access this guide, tap or click Start, All Programs...
.... Provides audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in speakers are plugged into this jack. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Component Headphone jack Power switch Speaker Icon Description Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. To access this guide, tap or click Start, All Programs...
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...page 27. For more information, see "Connecting the dial-up modem" on your lap. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into this slot. www.gateway.com 13 Do not use the convertible tablet PC on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Component Modem jack Kensington™ lock slot Back... Icon Description Plug a modem cable into these slots are not obstructed. Back Ventilation fan USB port Monitor port Docking Ethernet Power Status port jack connector indicators USB port Component Icon Ventilation fan Description Helps cool internal components.
...page 27. For more information, see "Connecting the dial-up modem" on your lap. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into this slot. www.gateway.com 13 Do not use the convertible tablet PC on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Component Modem jack Kensington™ lock slot Back... Icon Description Plug a modem cable into these slots are not obstructed. Back Ventilation fan USB port Monitor port Docking Ethernet Power Status port jack connector indicators USB port Component Icon Ventilation fan Description Helps cool internal components.
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Plug the AC adapter cable into this port. Warning: Power is in use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway convertible tablet PC. The other end of the power status or when a drive is passed through this jack. For more information, see "Connecting to a cable or DSL ...modem or to this port. Monitor port Docking port Ethernet jack Power connector Status indicators ...
Plug the AC adapter cable into this port. Warning: Power is in use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway convertible tablet PC. The other end of the power status or when a drive is passed through this jack. For more information, see "Connecting to a cable or DSL ...modem or to this port. Monitor port Docking port Ethernet jack Power connector Status indicators ...
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... into this bay. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 18. For more information, see "Identifying your convertible tablet PC. Provides power when the convertible tablet PC is located in this bay. Bottom System label Reset hole Memory bay Bottom Pen latch Battery latch Battery Hard drive... label Reset hole Memory bay Pen latch Battery latch Battery Hard drive bay Description Includes the product model number. Slide to release the battery. www.gateway.com 15 Insert a straightened paper clip into AC...
... into this bay. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 18. For more information, see "Identifying your convertible tablet PC. Provides power when the convertible tablet PC is located in this bay. Bottom System label Reset hole Memory bay Bottom Pen latch Battery latch Battery Hard drive... label Reset hole Memory bay Pen latch Battery latch Battery Hard drive bay Description Includes the product model number. Slide to release the battery. www.gateway.com 15 Insert a straightened paper clip into AC...
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See "Tablet control buttons" on page 41 for a description of a mouse. Inform you of the power status or when a drive is in microphone is turned off while an external microphone is connected. Provides all the features of your microphone... the functionality of each button. For more information, see "Left" on page 11 and "Back" on page 33. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Keyboard area Tablet control buttons/ LCD panel status indicators Microphone Keyboard multi-function buttons/ status indicators Keyboard Touchpad Component Icon Microphone Tablet...
See "Tablet control buttons" on page 41 for a description of a mouse. Inform you of the power status or when a drive is in microphone is turned off while an external microphone is connected. Provides all the features of your microphone... the functionality of each button. For more information, see "Left" on page 11 and "Back" on page 33. Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Keyboard area Tablet control buttons/ LCD panel status indicators Microphone Keyboard multi-function buttons/ status indicators Keyboard Touchpad Component Icon Microphone Tablet...
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..." on page 91 for more information. If your convertible tablet PC. 20 www.gateway.com See "Adding or replacing memory" on page 82 for more memory. With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you think they should, try adding more information about using an additional battery...such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of those connections at accessories.gateway.com. See "Using the Optional Port Replicator" on battery power for accessories or supplies. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for extended periods, you ...
..." on page 91 for more information. If your convertible tablet PC. 20 www.gateway.com See "Adding or replacing memory" on page 82 for more memory. With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you think they should, try adding more information about using an additional battery...such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of those connections at accessories.gateway.com. See "Using the Optional Port Replicator" on battery power for accessories or supplies. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for extended periods, you ...
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The battery was shipped to you expect. You should use your convertible tablet PC on page 81. 24 www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Installing the battery To install the battery: 1 Close the LCD panel. 2 Turn your convertible tablet PC over so the bottom is ... convertible tablet PC using an AC adapter or your convertible tablet PC's battery. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to the locked position. Important If the battery is facing up. 3 Hold the battery label-side down and lower it into the...
The battery was shipped to you expect. You should use your convertible tablet PC on page 81. 24 www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Getting Started Installing the battery To install the battery: 1 Close the LCD panel. 2 Turn your convertible tablet PC over so the bottom is ... convertible tablet PC using an AC adapter or your convertible tablet PC's battery. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to the locked position. Important If the battery is facing up. 3 Hold the battery label-side down and lower it into the...
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Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to your convertible tablet PC's power connector. Caution Make sure that you use the AC adapter that came with your convertible tablet PC or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your convertible tablet PC may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. www.gateway.com 25 Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter.
Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to your convertible tablet PC's power connector. Caution Make sure that you use the AC adapter that came with your convertible tablet PC or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your convertible tablet PC may be of the same type purchased from Gateway. www.gateway.com 25 Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter.
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... modem, use a surge protector that can increase to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at support.gateway.com. Warning High voltages can enter your convertible tablet PC ...through both the surge protector and the modem. 26 www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Getting Started 3 Plug the power cord into your convertible tablet PC ...
... modem, use a surge protector that can increase to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at support.gateway.com. Warning High voltages can enter your convertible tablet PC ...through both the surge protector and the modem. 26 www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Getting Started 3 Plug the power cord into your convertible tablet PC ...
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... 29 To access this guide, tap or click Start, All Programs, then tap or click Gateway Documentation. However, you do not have the power on lid lift feature activated, slide the power switch located on the left side of your convertible tablet PC, then lift the LCD panel. 2 If you can also set... it to On/Off mode. For more information about changing the power switch mode, see "Turning on the Power on Lid Lift feature" on page 30. The power switch is preset to function in Using Your Computer which has been included on your convertible tablet PC...
... 29 To access this guide, tap or click Start, All Programs, then tap or click Gateway Documentation. However, you do not have the power on lid lift feature activated, slide the power switch located on the left side of your convertible tablet PC, then lift the LCD panel. 2 If you can also set... it to On/Off mode. For more information about changing the power switch mode, see "Turning on the Power on Lid Lift feature" on page 30. The power switch is preset to function in Using Your Computer which has been included on your convertible tablet PC...
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... Lift feature: 1 Turn on your convertible tablet PC whenever you open the LCD panel. Turning on the Power on Lid Lift feature The Power on Lid Lift feature turns on your convertible tablet PC. 2 As soon as it starts and you see...shipped to harm your lap. Chapter 3: Getting Started 3 If you are starting your convertible tablet PC for long periods with the Power on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. If the air vents are not obstructed. Warning Do not work for...Exit menu, then highlight Exit Saving Changes and press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. 30 www.gateway.com
... Lift feature: 1 Turn on your convertible tablet PC whenever you open the LCD panel. Turning on the Power on Lid Lift feature The Power on Lid Lift feature turns on your convertible tablet PC. 2 As soon as it starts and you see...shipped to harm your lap. Chapter 3: Getting Started 3 If you are starting your convertible tablet PC for long periods with the Power on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. If the air vents are not obstructed. Warning Do not work for...Exit menu, then highlight Exit Saving Changes and press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. 30 www.gateway.com
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If your convertible tablet PC, it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. To access this guide, tap or click Start, All Programs, then tap or click Gateway Documentation. Turning off your convertible tablet PC Waking up your convertible tablet PC When you have not used your ... mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Windows shuts down and turns off your convertible tablet PC. Tips & Tricks For more information about five seconds, then release it. www.gateway.com 31 While in Using Your Computer which has been included on your ...
If your convertible tablet PC, it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. To access this guide, tap or click Start, All Programs, then tap or click Gateway Documentation. Turning off your convertible tablet PC Waking up your convertible tablet PC When you have not used your ... mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Windows shuts down and turns off your convertible tablet PC. Tips & Tricks For more information about five seconds, then release it. www.gateway.com 31 While in Using Your Computer which has been included on your ...
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...box. 6 If your convertible tablet PC does not respond, turn it on page 41. -OR- For more than 10 seconds. 32 www.gateway.com Important If your convertible tablet PC does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until your convertible tablet PC turns off , wait... ten seconds, then turn it off : 1 Slide and hold the power switch for more information, see "Tablet control buttons" on again. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your convertible tablet PC to normal operation,...
...box. 6 If your convertible tablet PC does not respond, turn it on page 41. -OR- For more than 10 seconds. 32 www.gateway.com Important If your convertible tablet PC does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until your convertible tablet PC turns off , wait... ten seconds, then turn it off : 1 Slide and hold the power switch for more information, see "Tablet control buttons" on again. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your convertible tablet PC to normal operation,...
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Status indicators LED status indicators LED status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or indicate the power status of the regular startup process, a program to check the disk status runs automatically. Status indicators As a part of your convertible tablet PC. Memory card reader Disc drive Battery charge Hard drive Power www.gateway.com 33 When the checks are finished, Windows starts.
Status indicators LED status indicators LED status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or indicate the power status of the regular startup process, a program to check the disk status runs automatically. Status indicators As a part of your convertible tablet PC. Memory card reader Disc drive Battery charge Hard drive Power www.gateway.com 33 When the checks are finished, Windows starts.