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... and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Both types of replacement tape should read and understand the information in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically grey or silver. Important Before performing maintenance on the notebook, you are used in...should be reused, replace it to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. If the existing tape cannot be non-ESD generating tape. Before performing ...
... and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Both types of replacement tape should read and understand the information in this Gateway notebook: • Mylar, non-conductive tape is typically grey or silver. Important Before performing maintenance on the notebook, you are used in...should be reused, replace it to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off the notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. If the existing tape cannot be non-ESD generating tape. Before performing ...
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... 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, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Remove the battery. For more information, see "Removing the battery" on page 6.
... 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, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Remove the battery. For more information, see "Removing the battery" on page 6.
8512055 - Component Replacement Manual
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... on , unplug the adapter from your notebook. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook's power connector. Replacing the AC Adapter 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. All rights reserved. All...
... on , unplug the adapter from your notebook. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook's power connector. Replacing the AC Adapter 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. All rights reserved. All...
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.... Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. 16 The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to disassemble the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. If the battery life seems short even...
.... Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. 16 The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to disassemble the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. If the battery life seems short even...
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... protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook.... Warning High voltages can increase to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. To protect your ...
... protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook.... Warning High voltages can increase to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. To protect your ...
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Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it. 2. ...lock is used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is turned on. Press and hold the power button for more than 10 seconds. The status indicators are on, you when a drive is being used . Num lock... Caps lock Num lock Hard drive Disc drive Indicator Icon Description Wireless network (optional) ■ LED on again. www.gateway.com To restart your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until the notebook turns off . 23 ...
Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it. 2. ...lock is used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is turned on. Press and hold the power button for more than 10 seconds. The status indicators are on, you when a drive is being used . Num lock... Caps lock Num lock Hard drive Disc drive Indicator Icon Description Wireless network (optional) ■ LED on again. www.gateway.com To restart your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until the notebook turns off . 23 ...
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www.gateway.com Viewing the display on your notebook. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Back" on page 9. 3 Turn on your notebook. 4 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into the VGA port on a projector or monitor You can use a projector or external monitor: 1... Turn off your notebook. 2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into an AC power source and turn it on the projector or external monitor...
www.gateway.com Viewing the display on your notebook. Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Back" on page 9. 3 Turn on your notebook. 4 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into the VGA port on a projector or monitor You can use a projector or external monitor: 1... Turn off your notebook. 2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into an AC power source and turn it on the projector or external monitor...
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...A message appears showing the remaining battery time and the current power plan. • Wait for a greater battery life experience. To monitor the battery charge: • Hover the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. If your battery charge...latest chipset and mobile processor technologies to manage the processor speed and power consumption for a Low Battery warning message to recalibrate the battery. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to prevent losing any unsaved work. Closely monitor the...
...A message appears showing the remaining battery time and the current power plan. • Wait for a greater battery life experience. To monitor the battery charge: • Hover the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. If your battery charge...latest chipset and mobile processor technologies to manage the processor speed and power consumption for a Low Battery warning message to recalibrate the battery. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to prevent losing any unsaved work. Closely monitor the...
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...not to clean your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any water into the vents. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the inside of your notebook with the exception of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension ... the wall outlets and remove the battery. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your notebook. www.gateway.com Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and the vents free from the vents with a damp cloth. Also, remove the battery ...
...not to clean your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any water into the vents. To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the inside of your notebook with the exception of air that has a narrow, straw-like extension ... the wall outlets and remove the battery. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your notebook. www.gateway.com Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and the vents free from the vents with a damp cloth. Also, remove the battery ...
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... by their antistatic bags only when you should read and understand the information in this section. Do not lay components on your notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and remove the battery before opening the case. Important Before installing or replacing components, you are extremely sensitive to use...
... by their antistatic bags only when you should read and understand the information in this section. Do not lay components on your notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and remove the battery before opening the case. Important Before installing or replacing components, you are extremely sensitive to use...
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... in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. First steps If you have problems with your notebook, try to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or ... sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to the AC power adapter. • If you start your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is...
... in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. First steps If you have problems with your notebook, try to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or plugs are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or ... sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to the AC power adapter. • If you start your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is...
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...the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have a technical problem with your notebook, follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Customer Care: • Make sure that your notebook is connected correctly to " questions about using a program, see the manufacturer's ...troubleshoot your notebook problem if: • Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you have installed it . CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have taken. •...
...the exact text of any error messages, and the steps you have a technical problem with your notebook, follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Customer Care: • Make sure that your notebook is connected correctly to " questions about using a program, see the manufacturer's ...troubleshoot your notebook problem if: • Power cords or plugs are plugged in securely. • If you have recently installed hardware or software, make sure that you have installed it . CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Customer Care If you have taken. •...
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... this cord will fit only into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. • If your notebook. Replace the battery with a three-wire power cord to ensure safe use • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything on the system board. Your Gateway notebook... is to the correct voltage. • Openings in use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Dispose of batteries according...
... this cord will fit only into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. • If your notebook. Replace the battery with a three-wire power cord to ensure safe use • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything on the system board. Your Gateway notebook... is to the correct voltage. • Openings in use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Dispose of batteries according...
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...or PCS cellular bands (i.e. These devices may be turned off , a small amount of electrical current still flows through the notebook. www.gateway.com • When the notebook is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. Caution Wireless devices are followed. •...while traveling in place and the notebook is damaged. • The notebook performance changes. Please contact Gateway for authorization prior to qualified personnel if: • The power cord or plug is damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the notebook. • The notebook...
...or PCS cellular bands (i.e. These devices may be turned off , a small amount of electrical current still flows through the notebook. www.gateway.com • When the notebook is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. Caution Wireless devices are followed. •...while traveling in place and the notebook is damaged. • The notebook performance changes. Please contact Gateway for authorization prior to qualified personnel if: • The power cord or plug is damaged. • Liquid has been spilled into the notebook. • The notebook...
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... or one of the same type purchased from Gateway. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be much shorter than you expect. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to you partially charged. The battery was shipped...Make sure that you use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook on page 52. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use the AC adapter right away to disassemble the AC ...
... or one of the same type purchased from Gateway. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be much shorter than you expect. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to you partially charged. The battery was shipped...Make sure that you use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook on page 52. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use the AC adapter right away to disassemble the AC ...
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...'s power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your notebook can enter your notebook, then plug it back in. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. www.gateway.com...the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 3. Protecting from your notebook through both the surge protector and the modem. 17 During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection.
...'s power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your notebook can enter your notebook, then plug it back in. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack. If you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. www.gateway.com...the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 3. Protecting from your notebook through both the surge protector and the modem. 17 During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection.
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www.gateway.com To restart your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until the notebook turns off: 1. The notebook turns off, then turns ....11 radio is turned on . ■ LED off . 23 Caps lock is turned on . Press and hold the power button for more than 10 seconds. Numeric keypad is turned off - Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it. 2. Wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is turned off...
www.gateway.com To restart your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until the notebook turns off: 1. The notebook turns off, then turns ....11 radio is turned on . ■ LED off . 23 Caps lock is turned on . Press and hold the power button for more than 10 seconds. Numeric keypad is turned off - Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it. 2. Wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is turned off...
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... display as an extension of your notebook may turn it on both the LCD panel and the projector or monitor. www.gateway.com 4 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into an AC power source and turn off the LCD panel, but will not enter Sleep mode. Adjusting the display properties If the image...
... display as an extension of your notebook may turn it on both the LCD panel and the projector or monitor. www.gateway.com 4 Plug the projector's or monitor's power cord into an AC power source and turn off the LCD panel, but will not enter Sleep mode. Adjusting the display properties If the image...
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... To monitor the battery charge: • Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. When the battery charge gets low, change the battery or connect to AC power immediately to appear. • Look at the battery charge status indicator. Tip...battery recharges while it is designed to manage the processor speed and power consumption for a Low Battery warning message to prevent losing any unsaved work. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is installed and your battery charge indicator displays what looks ...
... To monitor the battery charge: • Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. When the battery charge gets low, change the battery or connect to AC power immediately to appear. • Look at the battery charge status indicator. Tip...battery recharges while it is designed to manage the processor speed and power consumption for a Low Battery warning message to prevent losing any unsaved work. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is installed and your battery charge indicator displays what looks ...
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...Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your notebook, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through the vents on components. Your notebook is cooled by air... off your notebook and other parts of air. 69 Do not attempt to drip any components. www.gateway.com Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and the vents free from dust helps keep the vents .... To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the wall outlets and remove the battery.
...Cotton swabs • A DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down your notebook, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through the vents on components. Your notebook is cooled by air... off your notebook and other parts of air. 69 Do not attempt to drip any components. www.gateway.com Cleaning your notebook Keeping your notebook clean and the vents free from dust helps keep the vents .... To avoid possible injury from electrical shock, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable from the wall outlets and remove the battery.