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Screws Screws 9 Remove the cover from the old drive. If you see the Windows startup screen. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Go to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any PC Cards. in the United States and other brands and product...holes line up. 11 Replace the four screws that secure the hard drive to you from Gateway with the operating system, applications, and drivers installed, you will see a blank screen, insert the Windows DVD into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 13 Insert the battery and turn your...
Screws Screws 9 Remove the cover from the old drive. If you see the Windows startup screen. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Go to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any PC Cards. in the United States and other brands and product...holes line up. 11 Replace the four screws that secure the hard drive to you from Gateway with the operating system, applications, and drivers installed, you will see a blank screen, insert the Windows DVD into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 13 Insert the battery and turn your...
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www.gateway.com Conserving battery power 63 Using alternate power sources 64 Changing power modes 64 Changing notebook power settings 66 Changing the power plan 66 Changing ... Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 80 Using Microsoft System Restore 86 Recovering your system to its factory condition 89 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD 90 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 93 Preventing static electricity discharge 94 Adding or replacing memory modules 95 Replacing the hard drive kit 100 iii
www.gateway.com Conserving battery power 63 Using alternate power sources 64 Changing power modes 64 Changing notebook power settings 66 Changing the power plan 66 Changing ... Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 80 Using Microsoft System Restore 86 Recovering your system to its factory condition 89 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD 90 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 93 Preventing static electricity discharge 94 Adding or replacing memory modules 95 Replacing the hard drive kit 100 iii
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... and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway notebook. Label information varies by model, features...
... and technical support • Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your online User Guide. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway notebook. Label information varies by model, features...
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... obstructions, or your notebook may overheat, increasing the risk of burns to focus on the sides clear. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. • Avoid focusing your eyes on your screen for setting up...
... obstructions, or your notebook may overheat, increasing the risk of burns to focus on the sides clear. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows, and by installing a glare screen filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in a dark room. • Avoid focusing your eyes on your screen for setting up...
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...down most system operations to sleep: • Click (Start), then click (power). For more information about Sleep mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your notebook for files. Although it does not turn your notebook completely off, it up your notebook When you close the LCD..., it has been turned completely off . Waking your notebook from Hibernate mode, however, the programs that menu, you left them . www.gateway.com 5 To open the main menu, click (Start). Turning off your notebook Putting your notebook into Sleep mode is much faster than turning...
...down most system operations to sleep: • Click (Start), then click (power). For more information about Sleep mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing Windows" in your notebook for files. Although it does not turn your notebook completely off, it up your notebook When you close the LCD..., it has been turned completely off . Waking your notebook from Hibernate mode, however, the programs that menu, you left them . www.gateway.com 5 To open the main menu, click (Start). Turning off your notebook Putting your notebook into Sleep mode is much faster than turning...
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... your session and shuts down to the lock icon, then click Restart. To close programs that is not responding. 4 Click End Task. 5 Click X in Windows to the lock icon, then click Shut Down. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for more than 10 seconds. To turn off . The... closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation, you cannot use the Shut Down option in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. The notebook turns off your notebook: • Click (Start), click the arrow next to turn off : 1. Important If for some ...
... your session and shuts down to the lock icon, then click Restart. To close programs that is not responding. 4 Click End Task. 5 Click X in Windows to the lock icon, then click Shut Down. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for more than 10 seconds. To turn off . The... closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation, you cannot use the Shut Down option in the top-right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. The notebook turns off your notebook: • Click (Start), click the arrow next to turn off : 1. Important If for some ...
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Key types The keyboard has several different types of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for different purposes. You do not need to shut down the ...full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of keys. Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys FN key Windows key Arrow keys Application key Tip You can attach an external keyboard to turn on . Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other...
Key types The keyboard has several different types of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for different purposes. You do not need to shut down the ...full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of keys. Function keys/ System keys Numeric keypad Navigation keys FN key Windows key Arrow keys Application key Tip You can attach an external keyboard to turn on . Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other...
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www.gateway.com Key type System keys Navigation keys FN key Windows key Application key Arrow keys Icon Description Press these keys to move the...beginning of a document, or to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). Press these colored keys in Windows. For more information, see "System key combinations" on page 26. Press the FN key in combination with other... keys to open the Windows Start menu. Press these keys to move the cursor up the page, down , right, or...
www.gateway.com Key type System keys Navigation keys FN key Windows key Application key Arrow keys Icon Description Press these keys to move the...beginning of a document, or to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Computer window). Press these colored keys in Windows. For more information, see "System key combinations" on page 26. Press the FN key in combination with other... keys to open the Windows Start menu. Press these keys to move the cursor up the page, down , right, or...
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... again to control playback of CDs and DVDs as well as media files in programs such as Windows Media Player. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 36. + Increase volume. Decrease volume. www.gateway.com Using the optional multimedia panel Use the buttons on page 36. 31 For more information...
... again to control playback of CDs and DVDs as well as media files in programs such as Windows Media Player. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 36. + Increase volume. Decrease volume. www.gateway.com Using the optional multimedia panel Use the buttons on page 36. 31 For more information...
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... • Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on page 26. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Tip For more information about using the webcam while using the webcam, click in the Camera Assistant Toolbar or click (... online User Guide. 35 The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in the Camera Assistant. Slide the Brightness control to the desired screen brightness. www.gateway.com Tip For more information about...
... • Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on page 26. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Tip For more information about using the webcam while using the webcam, click in the Camera Assistant Toolbar or click (... online User Guide. 35 The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in the Camera Assistant. Slide the Brightness control to the desired screen brightness. www.gateway.com Tip For more information about...
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... speakers, turn the knob on the front of your online User Guide. To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on page 31. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. For more information, see "Using the optional multimedia panel" on the taskbar. The... volume control buttons on the keyboard. Tip For more information, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your notebook. Slide the Volume control to decrease volume. 36 For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "System key combinations" on page 26. -ORUse the mute...
... speakers, turn the knob on the front of your online User Guide. To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on page 31. -ORClick (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. For more information, see "Using the optional multimedia panel" on the taskbar. The... volume control buttons on the keyboard. Tip For more information, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your notebook. Slide the Volume control to decrease volume. 36 For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "System key combinations" on page 26. -ORUse the mute...
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To restore volume, click it . 37 Tip Adjust the Windows Sounds slider to change system sounds volume independently of general volume (such as the volume used for individual devices. The Volume Mixer dialog box opens, where you can click and drag sliders for music and game sounds). 5 Click X in the top-right corner of the window to close it again. 4 To adjust device volume levels, click Mixer. www.gateway.com 3 To mute the volume, click (Mute).
To restore volume, click it . 37 Tip Adjust the Windows Sounds slider to change system sounds volume independently of general volume (such as the volume used for individual devices. The Volume Mixer dialog box opens, where you can click and drag sliders for music and game sounds). 5 Click X in the top-right corner of the window to close it again. 4 To adjust device volume levels, click Mixer. www.gateway.com 3 To mute the volume, click (Mute).
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Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off Your Gateway notebook may have a factory-installed wireless radio. Airports, hospitals, and oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use a wireless device ...status indicator turns on the wireless device. IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth communication devices are uncertain of devices that provide wireless communication. When the Windows Mobility Center window opens, click Turn wireless on a wireless Ethernet network. IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio Your notebook has an IEEE 802.11 radio ...
Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off Your Gateway notebook may have a factory-installed wireless radio. Airports, hospitals, and oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use a wireless device ...status indicator turns on the wireless device. IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth communication devices are uncertain of devices that provide wireless communication. When the Windows Mobility Center window opens, click Turn wireless on a wireless Ethernet network. IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio Your notebook has an IEEE 802.11 radio ...
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Important If a monitor or projector is connected and you should adjust the display properties. 51 Adjusting the display properties If the image on . www.gateway.com 3 Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the monitor port on your notebook. 4 Turn on your notebook. 5 Plug the projector's or ... the LCD panel, viewing the display on the projector or monitor, and viewing the display on both the LCD panel and the projector or monitor. Windows recognizes the new hardware and the New Display Detected dialog box opens. 6 Select the options for the projector or monitor, then click OK. 7 Press...
Important If a monitor or projector is connected and you should adjust the display properties. 51 Adjusting the display properties If the image on . www.gateway.com 3 Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the monitor port on your notebook. 4 Turn on your notebook. 5 Plug the projector's or ... the LCD panel, viewing the display on the projector or monitor, and viewing the display on both the LCD panel and the projector or monitor. Windows recognizes the new hardware and the New Display Detected dialog box opens. 6 Select the options for the projector or monitor, then click OK. 7 Press...
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You can click and drag the "2" monitor icon to select the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your desk. 7 Click OK. 52 The Display Settings dialog box opens. 3 Click monitor 2. 4 Adjust ... projector as a "mirror" (duplicate) of the notebook display (both displays have the same content), click to deselect the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. 6 To use the monitor or projector as an extension of your desktop (increasing the size of your...
You can click and drag the "2" monitor icon to select the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your desk. 7 Click OK. 52 The Display Settings dialog box opens. 3 Click monitor 2. 4 Adjust ... projector as a "mirror" (duplicate) of the notebook display (both displays have the same content), click to deselect the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. 6 To use the monitor or projector as an extension of your desktop (increasing the size of your...
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When you give a presentation. www.gateway.com Using the projector or monitor for a presentation: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your standard notebook settings. 53 The Presentation Settings dialog box opens...
When you give a presentation. www.gateway.com Using the projector or monitor for a presentation: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your standard notebook settings. 53 The Presentation Settings dialog box opens...
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... connecting to. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your online User Guide. 2 Click (Change display settings). The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Important Depending on a television: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. www.gateway.com Adjusting the television display settings You may...
... connecting to. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your online User Guide. 2 Click (Change display settings). The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Important Depending on a television: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. www.gateway.com Adjusting the television display settings You may...
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... when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver - The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 66 Three power plans are pre-defined for your notebook. This is automatically turned off. Use this plan if you are ... change power saving options such as you : • Balanced - To change the power plan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. You can customize power settings from AC power outlets for an extended period of time. Your battery may run slower than you will...
... when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver - The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 66 Three power plans are pre-defined for your notebook. This is automatically turned off. Use this plan if you are ... change power saving options such as you : • Balanced - To change the power plan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. You can customize power settings from AC power outlets for an extended period of time. Your battery may run slower than you will...
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The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 67 www.gateway.com 2 Click (Change power settings). OR Click Change plan settings, modify the power plan you close the LCD panel. You can also select which power ... the keyword power plan in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. To change advanced power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Changing advanced settings Advanced power settings let you want to the power button and Sleep system key. Help For more information about changing...
The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 67 www.gateway.com 2 Click (Change power settings). OR Click Change plan settings, modify the power plan you close the LCD panel. You can also select which power ... the keyword power plan in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. To change advanced power management settings: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Changing advanced settings Advanced power settings let you want to the power button and Sleep system key. Help For more information about changing...
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... information about hybrid sleep, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Select a power plan window opens. 3 Click a setting on Hybrid Sleep mode: 1 On the Select a power plan window, click Change plan settings for the plan window opens. 2 Click Change advanced power settings. Type the keyword power management in the Search Help box...
... information about hybrid sleep, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Select a power plan window opens. 3 Click a setting on Hybrid Sleep mode: 1 On the Select a power plan window, click Change plan settings for the plan window opens. 2 Click Change advanced power settings. Type the keyword power management in the Search Help box...