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Contents Replacing Notebook Components 1 Identifying the notebook model 2 Identifying components 3 Preparing your work space 4 Preventing static electricity discharge 5 Tape 5 Preparing the notebook 6 Removing the battery 6 Adding or replacing memory modules 7 Replacing the DVD ...
Contents Replacing Notebook Components 1 Identifying the notebook model 2 Identifying components 3 Preparing your work space 4 Preventing static electricity discharge 5 Tape 5 Preparing the notebook 6 Removing the battery 6 Adding or replacing memory modules 7 Replacing the DVD ...
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Replacing Notebook Components • Identifying the notebook model • Identifying components • Preparing your work space • Preventing static electricity discharge • Preparing the notebook • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing ...
Replacing Notebook Components • Identifying the notebook model • Identifying components • Preparing your work space • Preventing static electricity discharge • Preparing the notebook • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing ...
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... of the touchpad. Important This service guide is important that identifies the notebook model and its features. Identifying the notebook model Caution It is not intended to be provided to the notebook. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: support.gateway.com 2 It cannot be performed by an authorized field technician without jeopardizing...
... of the touchpad. Important This service guide is important that identifies the notebook model and its features. Identifying the notebook model Caution It is not intended to be provided to the notebook. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: support.gateway.com 2 It cannot be performed by an authorized field technician without jeopardizing...
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Screws Screws 8 Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K.
Screws Screws 8 Tip Depending on your model, not all screws may be removed). Keyboard screw 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Replacing Notebook Components 2 Remove the keyboard screw. Tip The screw hole is marked with a K.
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Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Thumb notch 12 Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Thumb notch 12 Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Replacing Notebook Components 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive.
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Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 15 Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Thumb notch 15 Screws Screws 4 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). www.gateway.com 3 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.
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Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to the system board. Replacing Notebook Components 5 Loosen the three or four screws (these screws cannot be removed) that secure the cooling assembly to each screw and loosen the screws in reverse numerical order (start with 4, then 3, then 2, then 1). Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in reverse numerical order. Screw Screw Screw -OR- Important The number of screws varies by model.
Screw Screw Screw Screw 16 Use the numbers stamped in the metal next to the system board. Replacing Notebook Components 5 Loosen the three or four screws (these screws cannot be removed) that secure the cooling assembly to each screw and loosen the screws in reverse numerical order (start with 4, then 3, then 2, then 1). Caution When loosening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, loosen them in reverse numerical order. Screw Screw Screw -OR- Important The number of screws varies by model.
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Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them. Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in numerical order. Important The number of screws varies by model. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten them in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18
Tip The screw hole is marked with the numbers 1 through 4 next to them. Replacing Notebook Components 12 Tighten the three or four screws, in numerical order, in numerical order. Important The number of screws varies by model. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. Caution When tightening the cooling assembly's screws in the numbered holes, tighten them in the holes that are stamped with a K. 18
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Caution Legal requirements dictate the wireless cover be installed in this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models only Wireless bay To replace the 802.11 wireless card: 1 Complete the steps in place during this notebook. Tools you need to complete this task: ... operation of the notebook's wireless feature. Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card Caution By law, only approved wireless modules provided by Gateway, or a Gateway authorized representative, explicitly for this Gateway notebook may be in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 22
Caution Legal requirements dictate the wireless cover be installed in this task: 1 black (wireless card) Select models only Wireless bay To replace the 802.11 wireless card: 1 Complete the steps in place during this notebook. Tools you need to complete this task: ... operation of the notebook's wireless feature. Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card Caution By law, only approved wireless modules provided by Gateway, or a Gateway authorized representative, explicitly for this Gateway notebook may be in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 22
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Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Replacing Notebook Components 5 Close the LCD panel, turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Screws Screws 6 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Thumb notch 32
Tip Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Replacing Notebook Components 5 Close the LCD panel, turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. Screws Screws 6 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be removed). Thumb notch 32
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... complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 or 6 chrome (LCD panel assembly) 2 chrome (bracket) Select models only To replace the LCD panel inverter: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking...
... complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 or 6 chrome (LCD panel assembly) 2 chrome (bracket) Select models only To replace the LCD panel inverter: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking...
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Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert 7 Remove the four or six screws from the front of the LCD panel assembly. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 43 Tip On select models, you may be able to access the inverter by removing only the bottom two screws. www.gateway.com 6 Remove the four or six rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly.
Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert Rubber insert 7 Remove the four or six screws from the front of the LCD panel assembly. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 43 Tip On select models, you may be able to access the inverter by removing only the bottom two screws. www.gateway.com 6 Remove the four or six rubber inserts from the front of the LCD panel assembly.
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... page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking built in, unplug the antenna cables from the notebook. 5 Remove the LCD panel by model. www.gateway.com Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid Caution LCD panel assembly lids vary by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page...
... page 6. 2 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking built in, unplug the antenna cables from the notebook. 5 Remove the LCD panel by model. www.gateway.com Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid Caution LCD panel assembly lids vary by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page...
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...Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - To replace the modem on page 64. www.gateway.com Replacing the modem card This procedure applies to complete this task: 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 2 black (...black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - For more information, see "Replacing the system board" on these models, you need to select models only. top) 17 black (palm rest - Tools you must replace the system board. bottom) 2 chrome (modem card) To replace the modem...
...Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - To replace the modem on page 64. www.gateway.com Replacing the modem card This procedure applies to complete this task: 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 2 black (...black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - For more information, see "Replacing the system board" on these models, you need to select models only. top) 17 black (palm rest - Tools you must replace the system board. bottom) 2 chrome (modem card) To replace the modem...
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... 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - top) 17 black (palm rest - bottom) 2 chrome (modem) Select models only 4 black (system board) To replace the system board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the memory from the old system ...
... 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - top) 17 black (palm rest - bottom) 2 chrome (modem) Select models only 4 black (system board) To replace the system board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the memory from the old system ...
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www.gateway.com Example router-based Ethernet network The following is an example of the network equipment When buying your router, be either standard Ethernet (10 Mbps), ... result in access point. Tip To add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to the router are all Ethernet components should be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: • Internet security features, such as a firewall, to protect your network from unwanted intruders • 4-port switch to eliminate...
www.gateway.com Example router-based Ethernet network The following is an example of the network equipment When buying your router, be either standard Ethernet (10 Mbps), ... result in access point. Tip To add the ability to access a wireless Ethernet network to the router are all Ethernet components should be sure the model includes everything your network needs, including: • Internet security features, such as a firewall, to protect your network from unwanted intruders • 4-port switch to eliminate...
8511883 - Gateway Setup Poster for Windows Vista
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... before traveling. • Use your AC power adapter whenever power is available. SEE YOUR STARTER GUIDE After setting up : your new Gateway notebook 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it in place. 2 CONNECT ...clicks. All rights reserved. To access your notebook. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Actual product may vary from image shown. Power button Getting help and information about using your Gateway notebook, see "Managing Power" in the Windows Security Center (click (Start), Control Panel,...
... before traveling. • Use your AC power adapter whenever power is available. SEE YOUR STARTER GUIDE After setting up : your new Gateway notebook 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it in place. 2 CONNECT ...clicks. All rights reserved. To access your notebook. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Actual product may vary from image shown. Power button Getting help and information about using your Gateway notebook, see "Managing Power" in the Windows Security Center (click (Start), Control Panel,...
8511884 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide for Windows Vista
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard area 11 Chapter 3: ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard area 11 Chapter 3: ...
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... In addition to your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access the online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide, the online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support •... other notebook information, see the online User Guide. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your model of Gateway notebook.
... In addition to your files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access the online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. 2 CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide, the online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and technical support •... other notebook information, see the online User Guide. For all other software • Controlling audio and video settings • Using the Internet • Protecting your model of Gateway notebook.
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... label found on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Gateway model and serial number The label on your operating system. Gateway Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in this information if you call for...
... label found on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Gateway model and serial number The label on your operating system. Gateway Customer Care will need this section are for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in this information if you call for...