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... the instructions in "Replacing the DVD drive" on page 11. 3 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking built in, unplug the antenna cables from the IEEE 802.11 wireless card by following the instructions in "Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card" on page 22. 4 Remove the hard drive kit by following the instructions in "Replacing the hard drive" on page 26. 5 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on...
... the instructions in "Replacing the DVD drive" on page 11. 3 If the notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking built in, unplug the antenna cables from the IEEE 802.11 wireless card by following the instructions in "Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card" on page 22. 4 Remove the hard drive kit by following the instructions in "Replacing the hard drive" on page 26. 5 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on...
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... wireless card" on page 22. 4 Remove the hard drive kit by following the instructions in "Replacing the hard drive" on page 26. 5 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 6 Remove the keyboard by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 31. 59 Tools you must replace the system board. 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 (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black...
... wireless card" on page 22. 4 Remove the hard drive kit by following the instructions in "Replacing the hard drive" on page 26. 5 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 6 Remove the keyboard by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard" on page 31. 59 Tools you must replace the system board. 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 (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black...
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.... 7 Remove the LCD panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. 8 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in "Replacing the palm rest" on page 56. 62 Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the Bluetooth module Tools you need to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - OR...
.... 7 Remove the LCD panel by following the instructions in "Replacing the LCD panel assembly" on page 38. 8 Remove the palm rest by following the instructions in "Replacing the palm rest" on page 56. 62 Replacing Notebook Components Replacing the Bluetooth module Tools you need to complete this task: Scribe or non-marring tool 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - OR...
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... notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking built in, remove the IEEE 802.11 wireless card from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the instructions in "Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card" on page 22. 7 Remove the hard drive kit by following the instructions in "Replacing the hard drive" on page 26. 8 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 9 Remove the keyboard...
... notebook has IEEE 802.11 wireless networking built in, remove the IEEE 802.11 wireless card from the old system board and install it on the new system board by following the instructions in "Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card" on page 22. 7 Remove the hard drive kit by following the instructions in "Replacing the hard drive" on page 26. 8 Remove the keyboard cover by following the instructions in "Replacing the keyboard cover" on page 29. 9 Remove the keyboard...
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www.gateway.com Replacing the external video board Tools you need to complete this task: 5.0 mm hex nutdriver 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - top) 17 black (palm rest - bottom) 2 chrome hexnut (external video board) 2 black (external video board) To replace the external video board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the DVD drive by ...
www.gateway.com Replacing the external video board Tools you need to complete this task: 5.0 mm hex nutdriver 1 black (DVD drive) 2 black (hard drive kit) 2 black (keyboard cover) 1-3 black (keyboard) 4 black (LCD panel hinges) 4 black (palm rest - Scribe or non-marring tool Phillips #0 screwdriver Screws removed during this task: Flat-blade driver - top) 17 black (palm rest - bottom) 2 chrome hexnut (external video board) 2 black (external video board) To replace the external video board: 1 Complete the steps in "Preparing the notebook" on page 6. 2 Remove the DVD drive by ...
8512055 - Component Replacement Manual
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... notebook. 16 If the hard drive was sent to you from Gateway with the operating system, applications, and drivers installed, you see the Windows startup screen. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of valid boot devices appears. 18 Press the arrow keys to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on-screen instructions. 19 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to boot...
... notebook. 16 If the hard drive was sent to you from Gateway with the operating system, applications, and drivers installed, you see the Windows startup screen. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of valid boot devices appears. 18 Press the arrow keys to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on-screen instructions. 19 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to boot...
8511882 - Gateway Notebook User Guide for Windows Vista
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... municipality may require you should contact your ISP for any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that your current setup. This connection type is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using your broadband connection is located on setting up a network. To test the connection, log onto the Internet using a router. If the connection is not working correctly. Networking terms you to find out how soon after the...
... municipality may require you should contact your ISP for any specific instructions they have a broadband connection already installed, make sure that your current setup. This connection type is Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP) using your broadband connection is located on setting up a network. To test the connection, log onto the Internet using a router. If the connection is not working correctly. Networking terms you to find out how soon after the...
8511883 - Gateway Setup Poster for Windows Vista
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... access your notebook. WORK SAFELY & SECURELY Your Gateway notebook comes with the software you need to the modem jack ( ) if using dialup Internet access, or connect an Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable if using high-speed access. 4 START THE NOTEBOOK Press the power button, then follow the on your hard drive. 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 TO AC POWER...
... access your notebook. WORK SAFELY & SECURELY Your Gateway notebook comes with the software you need to the modem jack ( ) if using dialup Internet access, or connect an Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable if using high-speed access. 4 START THE NOTEBOOK Press the power button, then follow the on your hard drive. 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 TO AC POWER...
8511884 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide for Windows Vista
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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 device 42 Viewing the display on a projector or monitor 43 Viewing the display on a television 46 Ordering accessories 47 Chapter 5: Managing Power 49 Monitoring the battery charge 50 Recharging the battery 51 Changing batteries 51 Replacing the battery...
...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 device 42 Viewing the display on a projector or monitor 43 Viewing the display on a television 46 Ordering accessories 47 Chapter 5: Managing Power 49 Monitoring the battery charge 50 Recharging the battery 51 Changing batteries 51 Replacing the battery...
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... hotel room while you see the online User Guide. 62 To create a startup password: 1 Restart your password, you must enter the Supervisor Password each time you while waiting in order to set a Supervisor Password to use the BIOS Setup utility. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Avoid working with you use TPM (Trusted Platform Module) security. You must set the user (startup) password. Important You must return your...
... hotel room while you see the online User Guide. 62 To create a startup password: 1 Restart your password, you must enter the Supervisor Password each time you while waiting in order to set a Supervisor Password to use the BIOS Setup utility. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Avoid working with you use TPM (Trusted Platform Module) security. You must set the user (startup) password. Important You must return your...
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... about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in an external diskette drive, eject it , then restart your ISP technical support for help. Tip For more information about removing your hard drive, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 77. • If your notebook has been subjected to static electricity or physical shock, you may need to browse the Internet This problem...
... about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in an external diskette drive, eject it , then restart your ISP technical support for help. Tip For more information about removing your hard drive, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 77. • If your notebook has been subjected to static electricity or physical shock, you may need to browse the Internet This problem...
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... Control Panel. To set to the correct port. • Make sure that the printer is on but will not turn on installing the printer driver. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make sure that the printer is online. www.gateway.com Printer Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Make sure that came with your notebook...
... Control Panel. To set to the correct port. • Make sure that the printer is on but will not turn on installing the printer driver. You see a "Printer queue is full" error message • Make sure that the printer is online. www.gateway.com Printer Help For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Make sure that came with your notebook...
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... locating 7 troubleshooting 86 using 36 DVD/CD-RW drive See DVD drive DVD±RW drive See DVD drive E electrostatic discharge (ESD) 72 EmPower power adapter 54 ergonomics 14 Ethernet connecting 19 jack 8, 19 external monitor 9, 26 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 faxes troubleshooting 97 files opening 30 transferring 61 troubleshooting 88 Firewire port 8, 41 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 30 function keys 25 G Gateway model number 3 serial number 3 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 24 installing 77 purchasing 47 replacing 77 troubleshooting 88 headphone jack 6 Hibernate mode 54 hot...
... locating 7 troubleshooting 86 using 36 DVD/CD-RW drive See DVD drive DVD±RW drive See DVD drive E electrostatic discharge (ESD) 72 EmPower power adapter 54 ergonomics 14 Ethernet connecting 19 jack 8, 19 external monitor 9, 26 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 faxes troubleshooting 97 files opening 30 transferring 61 troubleshooting 88 Firewire port 8, 41 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 30 function keys 25 G Gateway model number 3 serial number 3 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 24 installing 77 purchasing 47 replacing 77 troubleshooting 88 headphone jack 6 Hibernate mode 54 hot...
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... 25 system key combinations 26 toggle display 26 Windows 25 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 3 serial number 3 laser printer 47 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 68 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 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 memory card reader locating 8 memory cards supported 39 using 39
... 25 system key combinations 26 toggle display 26 Windows 25 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 3 serial number 3 laser printer 47 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 68 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 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 memory card reader locating 8 memory cards supported 39 using 39
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... privacy. • Use a startup password to restrict access to guess. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. CHAPTER 6: Traveling with Your Notebook Security • Get a locking cable for service. Be ready to claim your notebook as soon as you see your notebook display. Caution Use a password that is the password you can see a startup screen, press F2. Important You must set the user (startup) password. Also, tape...
... privacy. • Use a startup password to restrict access to guess. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. CHAPTER 6: Traveling with Your Notebook Security • Get a locking cable for service. Be ready to claim your notebook as soon as you see your notebook display. Caution Use a password that is the password you can see a startup screen, press F2. Important You must set the user (startup) password. Also, tape...
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... the appropriate port on your notebook. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Modem Properties dialog box opens. 7 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. The Control Panel window opens. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Phone and Modem Options. For the location of your modem, then click Properties. If no modem information is available, a white screen appears with...
... the appropriate port on your notebook. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. The Modem Properties dialog box opens. 7 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. The Control Panel window opens. 3 Click Hardware and Sound. 4 Click Phone and Modem Options. For the location of your modem, then click Properties. If no modem information is available, a white screen appears with...
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... correctly installed required software for instructions. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 56. • Make sure that the battery is having problems • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage. Call Gateway Customer Care for the PC Card. Pointing device See "Touchpad or pointing device" on battery power • Check the power management settings. For more information about using power management settings, see "Changing notebook power settings...
... correctly installed required software for instructions. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on page 56. • Make sure that the battery is having problems • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage. Call Gateway Customer Care for the PC Card. Pointing device See "Touchpad or pointing device" on battery power • Check the power management settings. For more information about using power management settings, see "Changing notebook power settings...
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... troubleshooting in the printer setup. To set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click the Printers. 4 Right-click the name of the printer you have selected it is connected to the correct port. • Make sure that the printer is plugged into an AC power source. See the guide that the power cable is online. For instructions on recalibrating your battery...
... troubleshooting in the printer setup. To set a default printer: 1 Click (Start), then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. 2 Click Hardware and Sound. 3 Click the Printers. 4 Right-click the name of the printer you have selected it is connected to the correct port. • Make sure that the printer is plugged into an AC power source. See the guide that the power cable is online. For instructions on recalibrating your battery...
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... 7 troubleshooting 99 using 36 DVD/CD-RW drive See DVD drive DVD±RW drive See DVD drive E electrostatic discharge (ESD) 86 EmPower power adapter 55 ergonomics 14 Ethernet connecting 19 jack 8, 19 external monitor 9, 26 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 faxes troubleshooting 110 files opening 30 transferring 63 troubleshooting 101 Firewire port 8, 41 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 30 function keys 25 G Gateway model number 3 serial number 3 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 24 installing 91 purchasing 48 replacing 91 troubleshooting 102 headphone jack 6 Hibernate mode 55 hot...
... 7 troubleshooting 99 using 36 DVD/CD-RW drive See DVD drive DVD±RW drive See DVD drive E electrostatic discharge (ESD) 86 EmPower power adapter 55 ergonomics 14 Ethernet connecting 19 jack 8, 19 external monitor 9, 26 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 faxes troubleshooting 110 files opening 30 transferring 63 troubleshooting 101 Firewire port 8, 41 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 30 function keys 25 G Gateway model number 3 serial number 3 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 24 installing 91 purchasing 48 replacing 91 troubleshooting 102 headphone jack 6 Hibernate mode 55 hot...
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... 64 serial number 3, 64 setting up safety precautions 124 shortcut menus accessing 30 shortcuts opening menu 30 shutting down notebook 21, 22 Sleep mode 21, 26, 56 system key 26 SO-DIMM See memory software recovering 73 sound adjusting 28, 31 controls 31 muting 28, 31 troubleshooting 119 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 SpeedStep technology 56 starting notebook 20 programs 30 startup password 64 static electricity 86 status indicators battery charge 6, 50 Caps Lock 23 CD drive 24 disc drive...
... 64 serial number 3, 64 setting up safety precautions 124 shortcut menus accessing 30 shortcuts opening menu 30 shutting down notebook 21, 22 Sleep mode 21, 26, 56 system key 26 SO-DIMM See memory software recovering 73 sound adjusting 28, 31 controls 31 muting 28, 31 troubleshooting 119 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 SpeedStep technology 56 starting notebook 20 programs 30 startup password 64 static electricity 86 status indicators battery charge 6, 50 Caps Lock 23 CD drive 24 disc drive...