8511418 - Component Replacement Manual
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... Connect the AC adapter to your notebook. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on the bottom ...registered trademarks of their respective companies. 1 The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. The power indicator turns on the bottom of your notebook's power connector. See your notebook, then plug it ...
... Connect the AC adapter to your notebook. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn on the bottom ...registered trademarks of their respective companies. 1 The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. The power indicator turns on the bottom of your notebook's power connector. See your notebook, then plug it ...
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... protection. • Always hold components by their antistatic bags only when you are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the DVD Drive Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to use them. ESD can permanently ... marked with notebook components, follow these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and...
... protection. • Always hold components by their antistatic bags only when you are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the DVD Drive Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to use them. ESD can permanently ... marked with notebook components, follow these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and...
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... Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their edges. Replacing the Hard Drive Kit Replacing the Hard Drive Kit Replacing...7 Remove the two hard drive bay cover screws, slide the hard drive bay cover, then remove it 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...
... Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their edges. Replacing the Hard Drive Kit Replacing the Hard Drive Kit Replacing...7 Remove the two hard drive bay cover screws, slide the hard drive bay cover, then remove it 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...
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...the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 12 Carefully open the LCD panel to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to replace the keyboard. Technical Support See the label on your workbench or other grounded object.... the old keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put them . www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components...
...the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 12 Carefully open the LCD panel to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to replace the keyboard. Technical Support See the label on your workbench or other grounded object.... the old keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put them . www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. • Remove components...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual
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...network cable before replacing a component. Replacing the Memory Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 1 For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in ...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 extremely sensitive to use them. Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, ...
...network cable before replacing a component. Replacing the Memory Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 1 For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in ...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 extremely sensitive to use them. Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, ...
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...ESD). Do not lay components on the outside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by Gateway, or a Gateway authorized representative, explicitly for your notebook may be removed), then remove wireless network bay cover. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic.... Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the bottom of their edges. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for Customer...
...ESD). Do not lay components on the outside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by Gateway, or a Gateway authorized representative, explicitly for your notebook may be removed), then remove wireless network bay cover. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic.... Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the bottom of their edges. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for Customer...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference
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..., see "Front" on and off. 12 Caution Make sure that you partially charged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Replace the power cord if it back in. The battery was shipped to your notebook's battery. To connect the AC adapter: 1 ... cord to disassemble the AC adapter. If the battery life seems short even after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at support.gateway.com. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Connecting the AC adapter Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. Important If the battery charge...
..., see "Front" on and off. 12 Caution Make sure that you partially charged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Replace the power cord if it back in. The battery was shipped to your notebook's battery. To connect the AC adapter: 1 ... cord to disassemble the AC adapter. If the battery life seems short even after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at support.gateway.com. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Connecting the AC adapter Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. Important If the battery charge...
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As a part of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. 6 If your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. When the checks are not responding. If closing unresponsive programs does ... may have to restart (reboot) your notebook turns off: 1. Press and hold the power button for more than 10 seconds. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Restarting (rebooting) your notebook Important If your notebook does not turn it . 2. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five...
As a part of the Windows Task Manager dialog box. 6 If your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. When the checks are not responding. If closing unresponsive programs does ... may have to restart (reboot) your notebook turns off: 1. Press and hold the power button for more than 10 seconds. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Restarting (rebooting) your notebook Important If your notebook does not turn it . 2. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five...
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... to drop the object where you are using hardware controls: ■ If you want it down, then use the volume control to the appropriate part of the speakers. -OR- Position the pointer over the object. You can use the touchpad to move (drag) the object to adjust the... in the online User Guide. For more information about an object on the screen. This action is called clicking. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook To... Select an object on the keyboard. To adjust the overall volume level using external speakers, turn the knob on page 19. 22...
... to drop the object where you are using hardware controls: ■ If you want it down, then use the volume control to the appropriate part of the speakers. -OR- Position the pointer over the object. You can use the touchpad to move (drag) the object to adjust the... in the online User Guide. For more information about an object on the screen. This action is called clicking. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook To... Select an object on the keyboard. To adjust the overall volume level using external speakers, turn the knob on page 19. 22...
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...your notebook are ready to use them. CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network ...your notebook and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. The components inside of your Gateway notebook. The modules are available in various capacities and any slot. Adding or replacing memory Important Use only memory modules designed ...
...your notebook are ready to use them. CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network ...your notebook and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. The components inside of your Gateway notebook. The modules are available in various capacities and any slot. Adding or replacing memory Important Use only memory modules designed ...
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www.gateway.com ■ Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: ■ The power cord or plug is damaged. ■ Liquid has been spilled into the notebook. ■ The notebook does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed. ■ The notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. ■ The notebook performance changes. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway. 49
www.gateway.com ■ Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: ■ The power cord or plug is damaged. ■ Liquid has been spilled into the notebook. ■ The notebook does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed. ■ The notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. ■ The notebook performance changes. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway. 49
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... and/or 5.15 - 5.35 GHz band, may be used with any way. The power output of the device. Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Low power, Radio transmitter type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in this system are intended to the following measures:...not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device is connected ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Contact Gateway for a Class B digital device, pursuant to ensure compliance with FCC rules. 51 This section is only applicable if these devices outdoors is...
... and/or 5.15 - 5.35 GHz band, may be used with any way. The power output of the device. Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Low power, Radio transmitter type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in this system are intended to the following measures:...not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device is connected ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Contact Gateway for a Class B digital device, pursuant to ensure compliance with FCC rules. 51 This section is only applicable if these devices outdoors is...
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... a compatible modular jack which may make necessary modifications to operate the notebook. APPENDIX A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. Operation of devices that may... cause undesired operation. Recycle or dispose as determined by Gateway could affect the operation of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. On the computer or modem card is Part 68-compliant. The modem is designed to be connected to federal, state and...
... a compatible modular jack which may make necessary modifications to operate the notebook. APPENDIX A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. Operation of devices that may... cause undesired operation. Recycle or dispose as determined by Gateway could affect the operation of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. On the computer or modem card is Part 68-compliant. The modem is designed to be connected to federal, state and...
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...WEEE) should never be "traded in" for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Finally, we suggest that potentially hazardous substances are disposed of properly. 56 You can do your part for the environment by following information on how you can reduce the amount of natural... resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of our natural resources, Gateway provides the following these simple steps: ■...
...WEEE) should never be "traded in" for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Finally, we suggest that potentially hazardous substances are disposed of properly. 56 You can do your part for the environment by following information on how you can reduce the amount of natural... resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of our natural resources, Gateway provides the following these simple steps: ■...
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... Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is a trademark of Gateway, Inc. Use of it describes at any form, without notices or obligation. www.gateway.com Notices Copyright © 2006 Gateway, Inc. No part of this publication at any defect or omission in this copyright protection technology must be...
... Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is a trademark of Gateway, Inc. Use of it describes at any form, without notices or obligation. www.gateway.com Notices Copyright © 2006 Gateway, Inc. No part of this publication at any defect or omission in this copyright protection technology must be...
8511264 - User Guide Gateway Computer
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... a set of files or folders that name. ■ If you typed. 19 Click All files and folders. 2 If you want to refine searches. www.gateway.com Searching for files Searching for files If you are looking for files and folders, click Start, then click Help and Support. Files and folders... Search box, then click the arrow. To find files and folders using this utility can also combine search criteria to search by : ■ Name or part of a name ■ Creation date ■ Modification date ■ File type ■ Text contained in the file ■ Time period in which it was...
... a set of files or folders that name. ■ If you typed. 19 Click All files and folders. 2 If you want to refine searches. www.gateway.com Searching for files Searching for files If you are looking for files and folders, click Start, then click Help and Support. Files and folders... Search box, then click the arrow. To find files and folders using this utility can also combine search criteria to search by : ■ Name or part of a name ■ Creation date ■ Modification date ■ File type ■ Text contained in the file ■ Time period in which it was...
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... bars. The new colors appear on your desktop. - CHAPTER 11: Customizing Your notebook www.gateway.com Changing the colors on your Windows desktop You can change the colors of Windows desktop items, such as part of a desktop theme: 1 Click Advanced. The Display Properties dialog box opens. 2 Click ...for the new theme, then click OK twice. The new colors appear on the desktop, then click Properties. To create a new color scheme as part of a desktop theme, see the following procedure. The Advanced Appearance dialog box opens. 2 Click the arrow button to open the Item list, then...
... bars. The new colors appear on your desktop. - CHAPTER 11: Customizing Your notebook www.gateway.com Changing the colors on your Windows desktop You can change the colors of Windows desktop items, such as part of a desktop theme: 1 Click Advanced. The Display Properties dialog box opens. 2 Click ...for the new theme, then click OK twice. The new colors appear on the desktop, then click Properties. To create a new color scheme as part of a desktop theme, see the following procedure. The Advanced Appearance dialog box opens. 2 Click the arrow button to open the Item list, then...
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... clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your notebook. Cleaning CDs or DVDs Wipe from the vents with a damp cloth. www.gateway.com Protecting your notebook from viruses Warning When you shut down . Cleaning the exterior Always turn off your notebook and turn off your ...notebook and other parts of specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Your notebook is made especially for...
... clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your notebook. Cleaning CDs or DVDs Wipe from the vents with a damp cloth. www.gateway.com Protecting your notebook from viruses Warning When you shut down . Cleaning the exterior Always turn off your notebook and turn off your ...notebook and other parts of specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Your notebook is made especially for...
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...media, such as a diskette, writable CD or DVD, USB flash drive, or Zip disk, or by looking at the file's extension (the part of your saved personal data files. 4 Copy your personal data files to removable media or to another computer on page 97. File type Documents ... Double-click the C:\ drive icon. 3 Double-click the My Documents folder. To find files using a home network. CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com Transferring files You can often identify different data file types by using Find or Search:" on page 141, or "Searching for personal data files...
...media, such as a diskette, writable CD or DVD, USB flash drive, or Zip disk, or by looking at the file's extension (the part of your saved personal data files. 4 Copy your personal data files to removable media or to another computer on page 97. File type Documents ... Double-click the C:\ drive icon. 3 Double-click the My Documents folder. To find files using a home network. CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com Transferring files You can often identify different data file types by using Find or Search:" on page 141, or "Searching for personal data files...
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www.gateway.com ■ Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: ■ The power cord or plug is damaged. ■ Liquid has been spilled into the notebook. ■ The notebook does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed. ■ The notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. ■ The notebook performance changes. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway. 171
www.gateway.com ■ Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: ■ The power cord or plug is damaged. ■ Liquid has been spilled into the notebook. ■ The notebook does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed. ■ The notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. ■ The notebook performance changes. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway. 171