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... replace the system board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the memory from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the instructions in "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 7. 64 Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you need...
... replace the system board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the memory from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the instructions in "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 7. 64 Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Additional materials you need...
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...to not damage the LCD panel. 6 Replace the keyboard cover. Replacing the Keyboard Installing the new keyboard To install the new keyboard: 1 Place the new keyboard keys-down on your notebook with... slowly slide it up . 9 Replace the two optional keyboard screws. 10 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 11 Replace the keyboard screw. 12 Insert the...edge of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information...
...to not damage the LCD panel. 6 Replace the keyboard cover. Replacing the Keyboard Installing the new keyboard To install the new keyboard: 1 Place the new keyboard keys-down on your notebook with... slowly slide it up . 9 Replace the two optional keyboard screws. 10 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 11 Replace the keyboard screw. 12 Insert the...edge of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information...
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... or DVD drive 36 Identifying drive types 36 Using a CD or DVD 38 Using the memory card reader 39 Memory card types 39 Inserting a memory card 39 Using a memory card 39 Removing a memory card 39 Adding and removing a PC Card 40 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 41 Connecting a USB device 42 Connecting an IEEE 1394...
... or DVD drive 36 Identifying drive types 36 Using a CD or DVD 38 Using the memory card reader 39 Memory card types 39 Inserting a memory card 39 Using a memory card 39 Removing a memory card 39 Adding and removing a PC Card 40 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 41 Connecting a USB device 42 Connecting an IEEE 1394...
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Install a memory module into AC power. Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 51. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 73. Slide to release the battery. Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory... modules" on page 51. 10 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 77. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery ...
Install a memory module into AC power. Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 51. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 73. Slide to release the battery. Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory... modules" on page 51. 10 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 77. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery ...
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CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector or monitor • Viewing the display on a television • Ordering accessories 35
CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector or monitor • Viewing the display on a television • Ordering accessories 35
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..., reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that it is turned on. 82 While troubleshooting your notebook, follow these things first: ... 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your ...
..., reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that it is turned on. 82 While troubleshooting your notebook, follow these things first: ... 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your ...
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...S-Video jack. A DVD does not produce sound on page 99. 87 You cannot eject a CD or DVD Your notebook must be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 36. • Shut down and restart your ..."Networks (wired)" on a television Audio is facing up, then try again. • Make sure that a DVD player program has been installed on page 69. www.gateway.com • Your notebook may be turned on to remove CDs and DVDs. Tip For the location of headphones or external powered speakers...
...S-Video jack. A DVD does not produce sound on page 99. 87 You cannot eject a CD or DVD Your notebook must be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook. For more information, see "Identifying drive types" on page 36. • Shut down and restart your ..."Networks (wired)" on a television Audio is facing up, then try again. • Make sure that a DVD player program has been installed on page 69. www.gateway.com • Your notebook may be turned on to remove CDs and DVDs. Tip For the location of headphones or external powered speakers...
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...Center can . A DVR-MS file recorded to help determine if a memory module is inserted correctly in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Memory You see a "Memory error" message • Make sure that the memory module is failing. DVDs recorded with your Media Center computer to know ...whether you can play recorded videos on other computers • Yes, you can . Tip For more information about installing memory, see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs, then restart your home DVD player • Yes, you can . The non-Media ...
...Center can . A DVR-MS file recorded to help determine if a memory module is inserted correctly in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. Memory You see a "Memory error" message • Make sure that the memory module is failing. DVDs recorded with your Media Center computer to know ...whether you can play recorded videos on other computers • Yes, you can . Tip For more information about installing memory, see a "Not enough memory" error message • Close all programs, then restart your home DVD player • Yes, you can . The non-Media ...
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... B battery alternate power sources 54 bay 51 changing 51 charge indicator 6, 50 charge status 50 charging 16, 51 conserving power 53 icons 50 installing 51 latch 10 locating 10 managing power 53 monitoring charge 50 purchasing 47 recalibrating 52 recharging 16, 51 release latch 10 replacing 51 bays battery... 51 hard drive 10 memory 10, 73 BIOS Setup utility 52 Bluetooth 26, 61 brightness adjusting 27, 31 system keys 27 C cable lock 7 cable modem 8, 19 camera See...
... B battery alternate power sources 54 bay 51 changing 51 charge indicator 6, 50 charge status 50 charging 16, 51 conserving power 53 icons 50 installing 51 latch 10 locating 10 managing power 53 monitoring charge 50 purchasing 47 recalibrating 52 recharging 16, 51 release latch 10 replacing 51 bays battery... 51 hard drive 10 memory 10, 73 BIOS Setup utility 52 Bluetooth 26, 61 brightness adjusting 27, 31 system keys 27 C cable lock 7 cable modem 8, 19 camera See...
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inkjet printer 47 installing battery 51 devices 41 digital camera 41 digital video camera 41 hard drive 77 memory 73 PC Card 40 peripheral devices 41 printer 41 scanner 41 Internet troubleshooting 89, 97 J jacks See connections K Kensington cable lock 62 lock slot 7 key ... 84 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 60 line tester 60 lock cable 62 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 67, 68 Media Center troubleshooting 91 memory bay 10 installing 73 purchasing 47 removing 73 replacing 73 troubleshooting 94...
inkjet printer 47 installing battery 51 devices 41 digital camera 41 digital video camera 41 hard drive 77 memory 73 PC Card 40 peripheral devices 41 printer 41 scanner 41 Internet troubleshooting 89, 97 J jacks See connections K Kensington cable lock 62 lock slot 7 key ... 84 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 60 line tester 60 lock cable 62 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 67, 68 Media Center troubleshooting 91 memory bay 10 installing 73 purchasing 47 removing 73 replacing 73 troubleshooting 94...
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www.gateway.com microphone jack 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 3, 62 modem cable 8, 19 ...screen resolution 44 using 26 mouse connecting 29 troubleshooting 99 USB port 8 moving pointer 29 screen objects 30 MP3 player memory cards 39 multimedia adjusting volume 31 using DVD drive 36 muting sound 27, 31 N navigation keys 25 network troubleshooting... 62 user 63 PC Card adding 40 eject button 40 inserting 40 installing 40 removing 40 slot 40 troubleshooting 103 PCMCIA card See PC Card PDA memory cards 39 peripheral devices 41 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for...
www.gateway.com microphone jack 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 3, 62 modem cable 8, 19 ...screen resolution 44 using 26 mouse connecting 29 troubleshooting 99 USB port 8 moving pointer 29 screen objects 30 MP3 player memory cards 39 multimedia adjusting volume 31 using DVD drive 36 muting sound 27, 31 N navigation keys 25 network troubleshooting... 62 user 63 PC Card adding 40 eject button 40 inserting 40 installing 40 removing 40 slot 40 troubleshooting 103 PCMCIA card See PC Card PDA memory cards 39 peripheral devices 41 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for...
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... resolution 44 using 26 R radio approval authorities 61 radio frequency wireless connections 61 RAM See memory rebooting notebook 22 recalibrating battery 52 recharging battery 51 replacing See installing resetting notebook 22 restarting notebook 22 right-clicking 30 S safety avoiding repetitive strain 15 caring ...general precautions 110 guidelines for troubleshooting 82 posture 15 reducing eye strain 14 setting up computer 15 static electricity 72 scanner installing 41 USB port 8 screen resolution 44 troubleshooting 84, 107 screen objects getting information 30 moving 30 selecting 30 scroll ...
... resolution 44 using 26 R radio approval authorities 61 radio frequency wireless connections 61 RAM See memory rebooting notebook 22 recalibrating battery 52 recharging battery 51 replacing See installing resetting notebook 22 restarting notebook 22 right-clicking 30 S safety avoiding repetitive strain 15 caring ...general precautions 110 guidelines for troubleshooting 82 posture 15 reducing eye strain 14 setting up computer 15 static electricity 72 scanner installing 41 USB port 8 screen resolution 44 troubleshooting 84, 107 screen objects getting information 30 moving 30 selecting 30 scroll ...
8512152 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide for Windows Vista
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... or DVD drive 36 Identifying drive types 36 Using a CD or DVD 37 Using the memory card reader 38 Memory card types 38 Inserting a memory card 38 Using a memory card 38 Removing a memory card 39 Adding and removing a PC Card 39 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 41 Connecting a USB device 41 Connecting an IEEE 1394...
... or DVD drive 36 Identifying drive types 36 Using a CD or DVD 37 Using the memory card reader 38 Memory card types 38 Inserting a memory card 38 Using a memory card 38 Removing a memory card 39 Adding and removing a PC Card 39 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 41 Connecting a USB device 41 Connecting an IEEE 1394...
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www.gateway.com Changing power modes 55 Changing notebook power settings 56 Changing the power... notebook screen 70 Maintaining the battery 70 Storing batteries 71 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 72 Recovering your system 72 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 73 Using Microsoft System Restore 79 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . .... . . . 83 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 85 Preventing static electricity discharge 86 Adding or replacing memory modules 87 Replacing the hard drive kit 91 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 95 Safety guidelines 96 First steps 96 iii
www.gateway.com Changing power modes 55 Changing notebook power settings 56 Changing the power... notebook screen 70 Maintaining the battery 70 Storing batteries 71 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 72 Recovering your system 72 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 73 Using Microsoft System Restore 79 Recovering your system to its factory condition . . . . . .... . . . 83 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 85 Preventing static electricity discharge 86 Adding or replacing memory modules 87 Replacing the hard drive kit 91 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 95 Safety guidelines 96 First steps 96 iii
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Install a memory module into AC power. Slide to unlock the battery. Slide to release the battery. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 3. Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page ...
Install a memory module into AC power. Slide to unlock the battery. Slide to release the battery. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 3. Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page ...
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CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector or monitor • Viewing the display on a television • Ordering accessories 35
CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector or monitor • Viewing the display on a television • Ordering accessories 35
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...CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your ...cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that it is connected to your notebook. • Make sure that you are damaged, ...
...CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your ...cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that it is connected to your notebook. • Make sure that you are damaged, ...
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... play is turned up. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting • Make sure that the disc label is turned up. You may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook is facing up , then try again. • Some music CDs have copy protection software. For instructions... to adjust the volume control in and turned on the notebook. • If you have a DVD drive. For more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on your notebook. • Clean the disc. A DVD movie will not play these CDs on page 36. 100 For more ...
... play is turned up. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting • Make sure that the disc label is turned up. You may not be experiencing some temporary memory problems. Shut down and restart your notebook is facing up , then try again. • Some music CDs have copy protection software. For instructions... to adjust the volume control in and turned on the notebook. • If you have a DVD drive. For more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers" on your notebook. • Clean the disc. A DVD movie will not play these CDs on page 36. 100 For more ...
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For more information review the FAQ topic at www.gateway.com. You can burn a DVR-MS file to help determine if a memory module is inserted correctly in the DVR-MS format. For more information about installing memory, see a "Memory error" message • Make sure that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as Power2Go, and...
For more information review the FAQ topic at www.gateway.com. You can burn a DVR-MS file to help determine if a memory module is inserted correctly in the DVR-MS format. For more information about installing memory, see a "Memory error" message • Make sure that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as Power2Go, and...
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... B battery alternate power sources 55 bay 51 changing 51 charge indicator 6, 50 charge status 50 charging 16, 50 conserving power 54 icons 50 installing 51 latch 10 locating 10 managing power 54 monitoring charge 50 purchasing 48 recalibrating 52 recharging 16, 50 release latch 10 replacing 51 bays battery... 51 hard drive 10 memory 10, 87 BIOS Setup utility 52 Bluetooth 27 brightness adjusting 27, 28, 31 system keys 27, 28 C cable lock 7 cable modem 8, 19 camera...
... B battery alternate power sources 55 bay 51 changing 51 charge indicator 6, 50 charge status 50 charging 16, 50 conserving power 54 icons 50 installing 51 latch 10 locating 10 managing power 54 monitoring charge 50 purchasing 48 recalibrating 52 recharging 16, 50 release latch 10 replacing 51 bays battery... 51 hard drive 10 memory 10, 87 BIOS Setup utility 52 Bluetooth 27 brightness adjusting 27, 28, 31 system keys 27, 28 C cable lock 7 cable modem 8, 19 camera...