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...The keyboard screw hole is marked with notebook components, follow these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to a bare metal part of their edges. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous ... floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the DVD drive To replace the DVD drive: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Make sure...
...The keyboard screw hole is marked with notebook components, follow these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to a bare metal part of their edges. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous ... floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the DVD drive To replace the DVD drive: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Make sure...
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.... See your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then ...turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on your notebook over. 16 Connect the...
.... See your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then ...turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on your notebook over. 16 Connect the...
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...2006 Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of each hinge cover and gently pry it in your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. Memory bay Wireless network bay Keyboard screw 7 Loosen the six memory ... notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. See your notebook. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook over any PC Cards. 5 Turn your ...
...2006 Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of each hinge cover and gently pry it in your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. Memory bay Wireless network bay Keyboard screw 7 Loosen the six memory ... notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. See your notebook. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook over any PC Cards. 5 Turn your ...
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... the notebook. Technical Support See the label on the front edge of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. All other countries. Be careful to close the LCD panel. 7 Close the LCD panel, then replace the ...install the new keyboard: 1 Place the new keyboard keys-down until 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 battery, then turn your notebook over so the bottom is...
... the notebook. Technical Support See the label on the front edge of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. All other countries. Be careful to close the LCD panel. 7 Close the LCD panel, then replace the ...install the new keyboard: 1 Place the new keyboard keys-down until 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 battery, then turn your notebook over so the bottom is...
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... more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your online hardware guide. 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it to replace the memory module. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their antistatic bags only when you are...
... more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your online hardware guide. 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it to replace the memory module. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their antistatic bags only when you are...
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... names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 11 Gently push the module down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of the module until it ...module is keyed so it clicks in one direction. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. in the memory bay. See your notebook. All rights reserved. Technical...
... names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 11 Gently push the module down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of the module until it ...module is keyed so it clicks in one direction. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. in the memory bay. See your notebook. All rights reserved. Technical...
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...1: About this reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model and serial number 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 5 Identifying features 6 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 ...drive 24 Identifying drive types 24 Inserting a CD or DVD 25 Using the memory card reader 25 Memory card types 25 Inserting a memory card 25 Using a memory card 26 Removing a memory card 26 Adding and removing a PC Card 26 Changing batteries 27 Recalibrating ...
...1: About this reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model and serial number 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 5 Identifying features 6 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 ...drive 24 Identifying drive types 24 Inserting a CD or DVD 25 Using the memory card reader 25 Memory card types 25 Inserting a memory card 25 Using a memory card 26 Removing a memory card 26 Adding and removing a PC Card 26 Changing batteries 27 Recalibrating ...
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Contents www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook 31 Preventing static electricity discharge 32 Adding or replacing memory 32 Replacing the DVD drive 35 Replacing the hard drive kit 38 Replacing the keyboard 40 Removing the keyboard 40 Installing the keyboard 43 Appendix A: ...
Contents www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook 31 Preventing static electricity discharge 32 Adding or replacing memory 32 Replacing the DVD drive 35 Replacing the hard drive kit 38 Replacing the keyboard 40 Removing the keyboard 40 Installing the keyboard 43 Appendix A: ...
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CHAPTER 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook • Identifying features • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an ...; Using the keyboard and the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume • Connecting to a wireless network • Using the DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC card • Changing batteries • Recalibrating the battery • Ordering accessories 5
CHAPTER 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook • Identifying features • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an ...; Using the keyboard and the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume • Connecting to a wireless network • Using the DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC card • Changing batteries • Recalibrating the battery • Ordering accessories 5
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... For more information, see "Connecting the dial-up modem" on page 14. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Right www.gateway.com PC Card slot Memory card reader USB ports IEEE 1394 port Ethernet jack USB ports Modem jack Component Icon Description PC Card slot... or to an Ethernet network" on page 13. 8 Memory card reader USB ports Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into the memory card reader. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™,...
... For more information, see "Connecting the dial-up modem" on page 14. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Right www.gateway.com PC Card slot Memory card reader USB ports IEEE 1394 port Ethernet jack USB ports Modem jack Component Icon Description PC Card slot... or to an Ethernet network" on page 13. 8 Memory card reader USB ports Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into the memory card reader. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™,...
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.... Hard drive bay The hard drive is not plugged into this bay. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Bottom www.gateway.com Battery latch Battery Memory bay Battery lock System label Hard drive bay Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery.... For more information, see "Gateway model and serial number" on page 27. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory" on page 38. 10 Memory bay Install a memory module into AC power. For more information, see "Replacing the hard...
.... Hard drive bay The hard drive is not plugged into this bay. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Bottom www.gateway.com Battery latch Battery Memory bay Battery lock System label Hard drive bay Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery.... For more information, see "Gateway model and serial number" on page 27. For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory" on page 38. 10 Memory bay Install a memory module into AC power. For more information, see "Replacing the hard...
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...8482; cards. Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card: ■ Insert the memory card into place. 3 Push the tray in the tray, make sure that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. www.gateway.com Inserting a CD or DVD [ Using the memory card reader Important When you ...want to play is facing up. Eject button Manual eject hole To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on the disc until it snaps into the memory card slot with...
...8482; cards. Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card: ■ Insert the memory card into place. 3 Push the tray in the tray, make sure that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. www.gateway.com Inserting a CD or DVD [ Using the memory card reader Important When you ...want to play is facing up. Eject button Manual eject hole To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on the disc until it snaps into the memory card slot with...
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...Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using a memory card To access a file on a memory card: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Double-click the drive letter (for further information. If you use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to restart your notebook when changing most cards because your notebook. To remove a memory card: 1 Push the memory...: ■ Push the card firmly into the notebook. Removing a memory card Important Do not use the remove hardware icon, your notebook may not recognize your memory card reader until the outer edge of the card is running. You...
...Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using a memory card To access a file on a memory card: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Double-click the drive letter (for further information. If you use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to restart your notebook when changing most cards because your notebook. To remove a memory card: 1 Push the memory...: ■ Push the card firmly into the notebook. Removing a memory card Important Do not use the remove hardware icon, your notebook may not recognize your memory card reader until the outer edge of the card is running. You...
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... accessories, visit the Accessory Store at accessories.gateway.com. See "Changing batteries" on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so you run your notebook on page 27 for accessories or supplies. The most common types are more memory. Laser printers are running more information. Batteries...
... accessories, visit the Accessory Store at accessories.gateway.com. See "Changing batteries" on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so you run your notebook on page 27 for accessories or supplies. The most common types are more memory. Laser printers are running more information. Batteries...
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CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook • Adding or replacing memory • Replacing the DVD drive • Replacing the hard drive • Replacing the keyboard 31
CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook • Adding or replacing memory • Replacing the DVD drive • Replacing the hard drive • Replacing the keyboard 31
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... foam. ■ Remove components from their edges. The modules are ready to replace memory. Adding or replacing memory Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network... cable. 32 Never slide components over any surface. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your Gateway...
... foam. ■ Remove components from their edges. The modules are ready to replace memory. Adding or replacing memory Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network... cable. 32 Never slide components over any surface. ■ Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your Gateway...
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For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 27. 6 Remove the keyboard and removable screws shown in the following picture, loosen the remaining five captive screws (these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. Captive screw Captive screw Captive screw Removable screw Captive screw Captive screw Keyboard screw 33 Adding or replacing memory 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC cards. 5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is marked with a K. www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery.
For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 27. 6 Remove the keyboard and removable screws shown in the following picture, loosen the remaining five captive screws (these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. Captive screw Captive screw Captive screw Removable screw Captive screw Captive screw Keyboard screw 33 Adding or replacing memory 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC cards. 5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is marked with a K. www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery.
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CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 7 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. 8 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 34
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 7 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. 8 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 34
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... that the DVD drive is empty. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 27. 35 www.gateway.com Replacing the DVD drive Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 9 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it with a similar drive provided by...
... that the DVD drive is empty. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 27. 35 www.gateway.com Replacing the DVD drive Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 9 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it with a similar drive provided by...
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Captive screw Captive screw Captive screw Removable screw Keyboard screw Captive screw Captive screw 8 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the DVD drive screw, then put it in the following picture, loosen the remaining five captive screws (these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. Screw 36 CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The screw hole is marked with a K. 7 Remove the keyboard and removable screws shown in a safe place.
Captive screw Captive screw Captive screw Removable screw Keyboard screw Captive screw Captive screw 8 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the DVD drive screw, then put it in the following picture, loosen the remaining five captive screws (these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. Screw 36 CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The screw hole is marked with a K. 7 Remove the keyboard and removable screws shown in a safe place.