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... inside the notebook are ready to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold... Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it with the same type (conductivity) of tape are used in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically transparent, with a red or brown tint. • Conductive tape is typically grey or ...
... inside the notebook are ready to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold... Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it with the same type (conductivity) of tape are used in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically transparent, with a red or brown tint. • Conductive tape is typically grey or ...
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...over so the bottom is facing up. 2 Slide the battery lock to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Remove the battery. To prepare the notebook for maintenance: 1 Make sure that the DVD drive does not ...devices and remove any PC Cards and memory cards. 3 Turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before you restore power or reconnect the modem and network cables. For more information, see "Removing the battery" on page 6. Replacing Notebook...
...over so the bottom is facing up. 2 Slide the battery lock to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Remove the battery. To prepare the notebook for maintenance: 1 Make sure that the DVD drive does not ...devices and remove any PC Cards and memory cards. 3 Turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before you restore power or reconnect the modem and network cables. For more information, see "Removing the battery" on page 6. Replacing Notebook...
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...adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook may be damaged. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be recalibrated. Allow three hours for...one of the same type purchased from Gateway. You should use your notebook's battery. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to you expect. The battery was ...
...adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook may be damaged. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be recalibrated. Allow three hours for...one of the same type purchased from Gateway. You should use your notebook's battery. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to you expect. The battery was ...
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... 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to toggle the status lights on and off your ...information, see "Front" on page 2. 17 www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook connected to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
... 6 for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to toggle the status lights on and off your ...information, see "Front" on page 2. 17 www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook connected to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
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During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. To protect your notebook through both the ... only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for your notebook. 18 If you can increase to a standard telephone line. To connect the modem: 1 Insert ... peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into the modem jack on your dial-up modem Your ...
During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. To protect your notebook through both the ... only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) UL-listed or CSA-certified telecommunication line cord for your notebook. 18 If you can increase to a standard telephone line. To connect the modem: 1 Insert ... peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into the modem jack on your dial-up modem Your ...
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... Restart. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To put your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. 2 Click Start Task Manager. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it . The notebook saves your notebook: • Click (Start), click the arrow next...turns on your notebook into hibernation: • Click (Start), click the arrow next to restart (reboot) your notebook, press and hold the power button for some reason you may have to close unresponsive programs on again. 22 Important If your notebook: • Click (Start), click the...
... Restart. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To put your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. 2 Click Start Task Manager. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it . The notebook saves your notebook: • Click (Start), click the arrow next...turns on your notebook into hibernation: • Click (Start), click the arrow next to restart (reboot) your notebook, press and hold the power button for some reason you may have to close unresponsive programs on again. 22 Important If your notebook: • Click (Start), click the...
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... want to switch between viewing the display on the LCD panel, viewing the display on the projector or monitor, and viewing the display on . www.gateway.com 3 Plug the other end of your notebook may turn it on both the LCD panel and the projector or monitor. Windows recognizes the new... the display as an extension of the VGA cable into the monitor port on your notebook. 4 Turn on your notebook. 5 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into an AC power source and turn off the LCD panel, but will not enter Sleep mode.
... want to switch between viewing the display on the LCD panel, viewing the display on the projector or monitor, and viewing the display on . www.gateway.com 3 Plug the other end of your notebook may turn it on both the LCD panel and the projector or monitor. Windows recognizes the new... the display as an extension of the VGA cable into the monitor port on your notebook. 4 Turn on your notebook. 5 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into an AC power source and turn off the LCD panel, but will not enter Sleep mode.
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.... When the battery charge gets low, change the battery or connect to AC power immediately to AC power. To monitor the battery charge: • Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. A message appears showing the remaining battery... time and the current power plan. • Wait for a greater battery life experience. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on page 6. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway...
.... When the battery charge gets low, change the battery or connect to AC power immediately to AC power. To monitor the battery charge: • Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. A message appears showing the remaining battery... time and the current power plan. • Wait for a greater battery life experience. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on page 6. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway...
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...to use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish on the keyboard, turn the notebook upside down your notebook, the power turns off your warranty. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to clean dust from the wall outlets and remove... may want to replace it dries, you shut down . To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the inside of your system. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you ...
...to use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish on the keyboard, turn the notebook upside down your notebook, the power turns off your warranty. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to clean dust from the wall outlets and remove... may want to replace it dries, you shut down . To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the inside of your system. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you ...
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... and understand the information in this section. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and remove the battery before opening the case. Never slide components over any object into the vent holes of the...
... and understand the information in this section. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and remove the battery before opening the case. Never slide components over any object into the vent holes of the...
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... from static electricity, see "Preventing static electricity discharge" 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 are damaged, if your notebook was dropped, or if the case was damaged.... is connected to your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • Make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before you remove the memory bay cover or hard drive bay cover, make...
... from static electricity, see "Preventing static electricity discharge" 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 are damaged, if your notebook was dropped, or if the case was damaged.... is connected to your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power. • Make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before you remove the memory bay cover or hard drive bay cover, make...
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Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your notebook problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your notebook • Your notebook was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your ...'s Web site • See the troubleshooting section of your call. The technician may have you follow troubleshooting steps. • The label on page 2. 129 www.gateway.com • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that your notebook is nearby at the time of your notebook includes the...
Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your notebook problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your notebook • Your notebook was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your ...'s Web site • See the troubleshooting section of your call. The technician may have you follow troubleshooting steps. • The label on page 2. 129 www.gateway.com • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that your notebook is nearby at the time of your notebook includes the...
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...it . • Do not spill anything on the notebook. Your Gateway notebook is electrically grounded to provide some protection against personal injury and damage to insert the plug into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. • If your work surface. • The notebook... Never insert objects of this notebook near your dialup modem connection. The best way to avoid spills is fitted with a three-wire power cord to make sure that the total ampere rating on the products plugged into an outlet, contact an electrician to ensure safe use . However...
...it . • Do not spill anything on the notebook. Your Gateway notebook is electrically grounded to provide some protection against personal injury and damage to insert the plug into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. • If your work surface. • The notebook... Never insert objects of this notebook near your dialup modem connection. The best way to avoid spills is fitted with a three-wire power cord to make sure that the total ampere rating on the products plugged into an outlet, contact an electrician to ensure safe use . However...
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... equipped with equipment on the wireless device. Warning If your notebook system. www.gateway.com • Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: • The power cord or plug is damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the notebook.... to other devices or services is a general overview of wireless devices may be restricted or eliminated. Please contact Gateway for authorization prior to use of considerations while operating a wireless device. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories ...
... equipped with equipment on the wireless device. Warning If your notebook system. www.gateway.com • Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: • The power cord or plug is damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the notebook.... to other devices or services is a general overview of wireless devices may be restricted or eliminated. Please contact Gateway for authorization prior to use of considerations while operating a wireless device. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories ...