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... voltages that can cause serious injury or death. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Replacing the AC Adapter 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The power indicator...
... voltages that can cause serious injury or death. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Replacing the AC Adapter 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The power indicator...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual
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... discharge-sensitive components in your online hardware guide. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of your workbench or ... from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available...
... discharge-sensitive components in your online hardware guide. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your notebook. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of your workbench or ... from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available...
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... to the back of your notebook. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 3 Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. Never slide components over any PC Cards. 6 Turn your notebook over so the... your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you are ready to replace the hard drive. Screws Technical Support See the label on the bottom of your workbench ...
... to the back of your notebook. 2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 3 Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. Never slide components over any PC Cards. 6 Turn your notebook over so the... your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you are ready to replace the hard drive. Screws Technical Support See the label on the bottom of your workbench ...
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...need a small Phillips and a small flat-blade screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards. 5 Turn your notebook over any surface. ...provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their edges. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 12 Carefully...
...need a small Phillips and a small flat-blade screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards. 5 Turn your notebook over any surface. ...provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their edges. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 12 Carefully...
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... bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of their antistatic bags only when you are ready to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network...To replace the memory module: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. All rights reserved. All other countries. Avoid touching the edge connectors. in a safe place. Warning...
... bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of their antistatic bags only when you are ready to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network...To replace the memory module: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. All rights reserved. All other countries. Avoid touching the edge connectors. in a safe place. Warning...
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... your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. See your notebook. All rights reserved. Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of their respective companies. 1 Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered...Customer Care Information. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist ...
... your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. See your notebook. All rights reserved. Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of their respective companies. 1 Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered...Customer Care Information. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist ...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference
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... 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 Keyboard area 11 Connecting the AC adapter 12 Protecting from power source problems 13 Connecting the dial-up modem 13 Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an...
... 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 Keyboard area 11 Connecting the AC adapter 12 Protecting from power source problems 13 Connecting the dial-up modem 13 Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an...
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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 Ethernet network • Starting your notebook • Turning off ...
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 Ethernet network • Starting your notebook • Turning off ...
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www.gateway.com Back Identifying features Power connector Monitor port Component Power connector Monitor port Icon Description Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector or monitor" in the online User Guide. 9
www.gateway.com Back Identifying features Power connector Monitor port Component Power connector Monitor port Icon Description Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector or monitor" in the online User Guide. 9
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...fully charge. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use the AC adapter right away to toggle the status lights on : a Unplug the adapter from Gateway. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook or one of the same type purchased... page 6 for three hours, the battery may be damaged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The battery was shipped to disassemble the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete ...
...fully charge. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you use the AC adapter right away to toggle the status lights on : a Unplug the adapter from Gateway. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with your notebook or one of the same type purchased... page 6 for three hours, the battery may be damaged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The battery was shipped to disassemble the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete ...
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...Changes and press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at support.gateway.com. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. Memory Large programs, such as it but the battery charge is...and a screen opens showing you must start the process over again. www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. To recalibrate the battery: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on battery power for more information. 29
...Changes and press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at support.gateway.com. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. Memory Large programs, such as it but the battery charge is...and a screen opens showing you must start the process over again. www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. To recalibrate the battery: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on battery power for more information. 29
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...Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 32 The components inside of your notebook are available in various capacities and any module can be placed ...turn off your workbench or other grounded connection. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on page 32. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www...
...Memory bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 32 The components inside of your notebook are available in various capacities and any module can be placed ...turn off your workbench or other grounded connection. ■ Touch a bare metal surface on page 32. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www...
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... batteries" on page 32. 3 Turn off your notebook. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards. 6 Turn your notebook over . 15 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn your notebook. To replace the...the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 27. 35 This module is facing up with a similar drive provided by Gateway. If your Gateway notebook. 10 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and slide it into the empty memory slot. Tools...
... batteries" on page 32. 3 Turn off your notebook. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards. 6 Turn your notebook over . 15 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn your notebook. To replace the...the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 27. 35 This module is facing up with a similar drive provided by Gateway. If your Gateway notebook. 10 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and slide it into the empty memory slot. Tools...
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... from the online User Guide for more information, see "Backing up files" in Step 18. 3 Back up , then remove the battery. Gateway may send you want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. If you would like more information, see "Changing batteries" on the bottom... page 32. 5 Turn off your notebook. 6 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 7 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any data you a set of recovery discs with the drivers and applications already installed. Contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number shown on the...
... from the online User Guide for more information, see "Backing up files" in Step 18. 3 Back up , then remove the battery. Gateway may send you want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. If you would like more information, see "Changing batteries" on the bottom... page 32. 5 Turn off your notebook. 6 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 7 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any data you a set of recovery discs with the drivers and applications already installed. Contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number shown on the...
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... Step 2 for instructions on installing Windows, your drivers, and your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards. www.gateway.com 13 Insert the new drive label side up onto the cover so the screw holes line...hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn on page 32. 2 Turn off your applications. Replacing the keyboard Important Replace the keyboard only...
... Step 2 for instructions on installing Windows, your drivers, and your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards. www.gateway.com 13 Insert the new drive label side up onto the cover so the screw holes line...hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn on page 32. 2 Turn off your applications. Replacing the keyboard Important Replace the keyboard only...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 12 connector 9 accessories purchasing 29 safety precautions 49 application key 18 arrow keys 18 audio adjusting volume 20 back button 20 headphone jack 6 microphone ... case 29 CD inserting 25 CD drive See DVD drive cellular phone memory cards 25 Certificate of Authenticity 3 clicking 22 closing unresponsive program 16 connecting AC adapter 12 dial-up modem 13 external keyboard 18 keyboard 18 to cable modem 14 to DSL modem 14 to Ethernet 14 to network 14 connections...
Index A AC adapter connecting 12 connector 9 accessories purchasing 29 safety precautions 49 application key 18 arrow keys 18 audio adjusting volume 20 back button 20 headphone jack 6 microphone ... case 29 CD inserting 25 CD drive See DVD drive cellular phone memory cards 25 Certificate of Authenticity 3 clicking 22 closing unresponsive program 16 connecting AC adapter 12 dial-up modem 13 external keyboard 18 keyboard 18 to cable modem 14 to DSL modem 14 to Ethernet 14 to network 14 connections...
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Index opening 22 finding specifications 3 Firewire port 8 Fn key 19 folders opening 22 function keys 18 G Gateway model number 2, 10 serial number 2, 3 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 17 installing 38 replacing... keyboard buttons 18 connecting 18 features 18 locating 11 replacing 40 USB port 8 keys application 18 60 www.gateway.com arrow 18 battery status 19 brightness 20 directional 18 Fn 19 function 18 LCD brightness 20 LCD/CRT... Card PDA memory cards 25 pointer identifying 21 moving 21 power AC adapter 12 battery 27, 29 button 11, 19 connector 9, 12 indicator 6, 15 source problems 13
Index opening 22 finding specifications 3 Firewire port 8 Fn key 19 folders opening 22 function keys 18 G Gateway model number 2, 10 serial number 2, 3 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 17 installing 38 replacing... keyboard buttons 18 connecting 18 features 18 locating 11 replacing 40 USB port 8 keys application 18 60 www.gateway.com arrow 18 battery status 19 brightness 20 directional 18 Fn 19 function 18 LCD brightness 20 LCD/CRT... Card PDA memory cards 25 pointer identifying 21 moving 21 power AC adapter 12 battery 27, 29 button 11, 19 connector 9, 12 indicator 6, 15 source problems 13
8511179 - Back of Setup Poster
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..., then follow the on-screen instructions to the modem jack ( ) if using high-speed access. Then lock it clicks. Leave the AC adapter plugged in place. 3 CONNECT TO THE INTERNET. (optional) Connect the phone cord (included) to complete Windows setup. BACK Power connector Monitor... port RIGHT IEEE 1394 port USB ports Modem jack PC Card slot Memory card reader Ethernet jack USB ports 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER. FRONT LCD panel release latch LEFT Speaker Battery Indicator Power Indicator Headphone jack Microphone jack Speaker S-video (optional) Ventilation fan...
..., then follow the on-screen instructions to the modem jack ( ) if using high-speed access. Then lock it clicks. Leave the AC adapter plugged in place. 3 CONNECT TO THE INTERNET. (optional) Connect the phone cord (included) to complete Windows setup. BACK Power connector Monitor... port RIGHT IEEE 1394 port USB ports Modem jack PC Card slot Memory card reader Ethernet jack USB ports 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER. FRONT LCD panel release latch LEFT Speaker Battery Indicator Power Indicator Headphone jack Microphone jack Speaker S-video (optional) Ventilation fan...
8511264 - User Guide Gateway Notebook
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Index A AC adapter international adapters 91 accessing shared drives 105 shared files 106 shared folders 105 accessories safety precautions 171 accounts Internet 37 ISP 37 user 128 acoustic handset coupler 144 adding icons to desktop 9 user accounts 128 address e-mail 39 Web 38 airplane power adapter 91 alarms 93 ... playing 64, 65 troubleshooting 165 audio CD adding tracks to library 71 cleaning 133 editing track information 71 playing 66 automobile power adapter 91 AVI file 65 B background 121 backing up files 138 battery alternate power sources 91 charge indicator 90 charge status 90 charging...
Index A AC adapter international adapters 91 accessing shared drives 105 shared files 106 shared folders 105 accessories safety precautions 171 accounts Internet 37 ISP 37 user 128 acoustic handset coupler 144 adding icons to desktop 9 user accounts 128 address e-mail 39 Web 38 airplane power adapter 91 alarms 93 ... playing 64, 65 troubleshooting 165 audio CD adding tracks to library 71 cleaning 133 editing track information 71 playing 66 automobile power adapter 91 AVI file 65 B background 121 backing up files 138 battery alternate power sources 91 charge indicator 90 charge status 90 charging...
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Index www.gateway.com PC Card troubleshooting 163 pen button 12 calibrating 11, 163 gestures 12 tips ... Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 54 USB support for 54 power AC adapter 91 advanced settings 92, 94 alarms 93 automobile/airplane adapter 91 battery 90 changing modes 91 changing schemes 92 conserving battery power 90 EmPower... adapter 91 extending battery life 90 Hibernate mode 91, 95 international adapter 145 management 89, 90 schemes 92 SpeedStep settings 92 Standby mode 91 troubleshooting 164 ...
Index www.gateway.com PC Card troubleshooting 163 pen button 12 calibrating 11, 163 gestures 12 tips ... Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 54 USB support for 54 power AC adapter 91 advanced settings 92, 94 alarms 93 automobile/airplane adapter 91 battery 90 changing modes 91 changing schemes 92 conserving battery power 90 EmPower... adapter 91 extending battery life 90 Hibernate mode 91, 95 international adapter 145 management 89, 90 schemes 92 SpeedStep settings 92 Standby mode 91 troubleshooting 164 ...