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... 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 drive 11 Replacing the cooling assembly 14 Replacing the processor 19 Replacing the IEEE 802....11 wireless card 22 Replacing the hard drive 26 Replacing the keyboard cover 29 Replacing the keyboard 31 Replacing the CMOS battery 36 Replacing the LCD panel assembly 38 Replacing the LCD panel inverter 42 Replacing the LCD panel 46 Replacing the LCD ...
... 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 drive 11 Replacing the cooling assembly 14 Replacing the processor 19 Replacing the IEEE 802....11 wireless card 22 Replacing the hard drive 26 Replacing the keyboard cover 29 Replacing the keyboard 31 Replacing the CMOS battery 36 Replacing the LCD panel assembly 38 Replacing the LCD panel inverter 42 Replacing the LCD panel 46 Replacing the LCD ...
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...; Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card • Replacing the hard drive • Replacing the keyboard cover • Replacing the keyboard • Replacing the CMOS battery • Replacing the LCD panel assembly • Replacing the LCD panel inverter • Replacing the LCD panel • Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid •...
...; Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card • Replacing the hard drive • Replacing the keyboard cover • Replacing the keyboard • Replacing the CMOS battery • Replacing the LCD panel assembly • Replacing the LCD panel inverter • Replacing the LCD panel • Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid •...
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...Avoid touching the edge connectors. If the existing tape cannot be non-ESD generating tape. Both types of the notebook. www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing ...discharge (ESD). Never slide components over any object into the vent holes of replacement tape should read and understand the information in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically transparent, with the same type (conductivity) of tape are extremely sensitive to ...
...Avoid touching the edge connectors. If the existing tape cannot be non-ESD generating tape. Both types of the notebook. www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing ...discharge (ESD). Never slide components over any object into the vent holes of replacement tape should read and understand the information in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically transparent, with the same type (conductivity) of tape are extremely sensitive to ...
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... does not contain a disc. 2 Disconnect all peripheral 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. Removing the... battery To remove the battery: 1 Turn the 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...
... does not contain a disc. 2 Disconnect all peripheral 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. Removing the... battery To remove the battery: 1 Turn the 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...
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... If you do not need to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) To replace the CMOS battery: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on... page 29. 3 Open the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in "Replacing the palm rest" on page 56, then go to the battery connector on the system board, complete the following: a Remove the LCD panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on...
... If you do not need to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) To replace the CMOS battery: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on... page 29. 3 Open the keyboard compartment by following the instructions in "Replacing the palm rest" on page 56, then go to the battery connector on the system board, complete the following: a Remove the LCD panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on...
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Be careful not to unplug the CMOS battery connector from the system board. The non-conductive sleeve and wires are not reusable. 7 Replace the palm rest (if removed) by following the instructions in "..." on page 31. 10 Replace the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 37 Important Use only CMOS batteries designed for this Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com 5 Use your fingers to touch or damage any other components. 6 Plug the new...
Be careful not to unplug the CMOS battery connector from the system board. The non-conductive sleeve and wires are not reusable. 7 Replace the palm rest (if removed) by following the instructions in "..." on page 31. 10 Replace the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 37 Important Use only CMOS batteries designed for this Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com 5 Use your fingers to touch or damage any other components. 6 Plug the new...
8512055 - Component Replacement Manual
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... your notebook's power connector. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the AC Adapter 3 Plug the power cord into a wall .... Power indicator If the power indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on the ... adapter. in . The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and...
... your notebook's power connector. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the AC Adapter 3 Plug the power cord into a wall .... Power indicator If the power indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on the ... adapter. in . The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and...
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... rights reserved. Keep away from children. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product...
... rights reserved. Keep away from children. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product...
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... the edge connectors. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook. Replacing the DVD Drive 7 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it in your Reference Guide. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Before working with a K. See your Reference...inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Do not lay ...
... the edge connectors. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook. Replacing the DVD Drive 7 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it in your Reference Guide. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Before working with a K. See your Reference...inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Do not lay ...
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... tighten the six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 16 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn on the DVD bracket. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Make sure that...12 Secure the DVD drive with the screw removed in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. DVD bracket Replacing the DVD Drive 11 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. 10 Slide the DVD drive out ...
... tighten the six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 16 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn on the DVD bracket. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Make sure that...12 Secure the DVD drive with the screw removed in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. DVD bracket Replacing the DVD Drive 11 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. 10 Slide the DVD drive out ...
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...kit: 1 If possible, create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. Contact Gateway Customer Care at most electronics stores) and attach it . The hard drive is facing up, then remove the battery. in the Reference Guide. You may send you are trademarks or registered ... Always hold components by their edges. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the hard drive. ESD can...
...kit: 1 If possible, create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. Contact Gateway Customer Care at most electronics stores) and attach it . The hard drive is facing up, then remove the battery. in the Reference Guide. You may send you are trademarks or registered ... Always hold components by their edges. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the hard drive. ESD can...
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... notebook, then replace the cover screws. 13 Insert the battery and turn your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 15 Turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of valid boot ... brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. A list of their respective companies. All other countries. 8 Remove...
... notebook, then replace the cover screws. 13 Insert the battery and turn your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 15 Turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of valid boot ... brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. A list of their respective companies. All other countries. 8 Remove...
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... small flat-blade screwdriver under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 12 Carefully ...components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their edges. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on your Reference Guide. See your notebook...
... small flat-blade screwdriver under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 12 Carefully ...components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their edges. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on your Reference Guide. See your notebook...
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... place. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Be careful to release the keyboard retaining tabs located on the front of the keyboard. 16 Slowly...two optional keyboard screws. 10 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 11 Replace the keyboard screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. 13 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the right hinge cover and...
... place. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Be careful to release the keyboard retaining tabs located on the front of the keyboard. 16 Slowly...two optional keyboard screws. 10 Replace the memory bay cover and wireless network bay cover. 11 Replace the keyboard screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn on your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. 13 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the right hinge cover and...
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... electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of your workbench or other grounded connection....Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Memory Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. For more information, see "Changing Batteries...
... electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of your workbench or other grounded connection....Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Memory Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. For more information, see "Changing Batteries...
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... eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the module until it clicks in ...place. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. 14 Insert the battery, then turn ...
... eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the module until it clicks in ...place. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. 14 Insert the battery, then turn ...
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...to a bare metal part of your notebook, may be removed), then remove wireless network bay cover. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your Reference Guide. 6 Loosen the wireless network bay cover screw (this screw cannot be installed in this notebook. Before working... sensitive to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Never slide components over ...
...to a bare metal part of your notebook, may be removed), then remove wireless network bay cover. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your Reference Guide. 6 Loosen the wireless network bay cover screw (this screw cannot be installed in this notebook. Before working... sensitive to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. Never slide components over ...
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... the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. This module is keyed so it into the empty slot. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in one direction. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information... cable to the connector labelled AUX or A. 15 Replace the wireless network bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook. Technical Support See the label on your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and...
... the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2007 Gateway, Inc. This module is keyed so it into the empty slot. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in one direction. See your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information... cable to the connector labelled AUX or A. 15 Replace the wireless network bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook. Technical Support See the label on your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and...
8512488 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R2
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... monitor for a presentation . . . . 53 Viewing the display on a television 54 Adjusting the television display settings 55 Ordering accessories 56 Chapter 5: Managing Power 59 Monitoring the battery charge 60 Recharging the battery 60 Changing the battery 61 Recalibrating the battery 62 Extending battery life 63 Maximizing battery performance 63 ii
... monitor for a presentation . . . . 53 Viewing the display on a television 54 Adjusting the television display settings 55 Ordering accessories 56 Chapter 5: Managing Power 59 Monitoring the battery charge 60 Recharging the battery 60 Changing the battery 61 Recalibrating the battery 62 Extending battery life 63 Maximizing battery performance 63 ii
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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 advanced settings 67 ... Caring for your notebook 76 Cleaning your notebook 76 Cleaning the exterior 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cleaning the notebook screen 77 Maintaining the battery 78 Storing batteries 78 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 79 Recovering your system 79 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 80 Using Microsoft System Restore 86 Recovering your...
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 advanced settings 67 ... Caring for your notebook 76 Cleaning your notebook 76 Cleaning the exterior 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cleaning the notebook screen 77 Maintaining the battery 78 Storing batteries 78 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 79 Recovering your system 79 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 80 Using Microsoft System Restore 86 Recovering your...