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... Recycle or dispose of their respective companies. 1 To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is turned on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Important ...power, save your notebook. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. See your notebook. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your ...
... Recycle or dispose of their respective companies. 1 To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is turned on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Important ...power, save your notebook. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. See your notebook. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your ...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference
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...User Guide: ■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. The label on the bottom of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number Important The label shown in -depth, ...addition to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to -read manual that identifies your notebook model and its features. CHAPTER 1: About this reference www.gateway.com About this guide, the online User Guide has been included on...
...User Guide: ■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. The label on the bottom of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number Important The label shown in -depth, ...addition to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to -read manual that identifies your notebook model and its features. CHAPTER 1: About this reference www.gateway.com About this guide, the online User Guide has been included on...
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For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at support.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of Authenticity label found on your operating system. www.gateway.com Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of your notebook includes the product key code for your notebook's label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3
For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at support.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of Authenticity label found on your operating system. www.gateway.com Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of your notebook includes the product key code for your notebook's label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 3
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...functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to shortcut menus and help . Press this key to connect a USB keyboard. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Tips & Tricks You can also be ...move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to the end of a line, up , down your notebook using a USB port. Many of keys. Press these keys to perform specific actions. This key can attach an external keyboard to find out more information, see "System key combinations" ...
...functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to shortcut menus and help . Press this key to connect a USB keyboard. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Tips & Tricks You can also be ...move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to the end of a line, up , down your notebook using a USB port. Many of keys. Press these keys to perform specific actions. This key can attach an external keyboard to find out more information, see "System key combinations" ...
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... used. Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. 19 Press the power button to turn on . Toggle your notebook display in the following order: ■ The LCD ■ An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be turned off...corner of devices that provide wireless communication. Press the key combination again to perform a specific action. To... For more information, see Viewing the display on page 17. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Key type Icon FN key Numeric keypad Description Press the FN key...
... used. Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. 19 Press the power button to turn on . Toggle your notebook display in the following order: ■ The LCD ■ An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be turned off...corner of devices that provide wireless communication. Press the key combination again to perform a specific action. To... For more information, see Viewing the display on page 17. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Key type Icon FN key Numeric keypad Description Press the FN key...
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...batteries To remove a PC Card: 1 Click the remove hardware click Stop. If your notebook is connected to AC power, you must turn your Gateway notebook. If your notebook is incorrectly replaced. If your notebook is on . The battery used battery promptly. Do not disassemble, heat above 212...to Step 2. -OR- www.gateway.com Important If the remove hardware icon does not appear on and is connected to AC power, go to local hazardous material regulations. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook off your notebook is on the taskbar, click ...
...batteries To remove a PC Card: 1 Click the remove hardware click Stop. If your notebook is connected to AC power, you must turn your Gateway notebook. If your notebook is incorrectly replaced. If your notebook is on . The battery used battery promptly. Do not disassemble, heat above 212...to Step 2. -OR- www.gateway.com Important If the remove hardware icon does not appear on and is connected to AC power, go to local hazardous material regulations. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook off your notebook is on the taskbar, click ...
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... is allowed in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices outdoors is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. The wireless devices in your notebook is harmful or perceived as harmful, the option to...notebook, check with equipment on the wireless device. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to minimize human contact during normal operation. See the Gateway System Restoration Kit, or contact Gateway Customer Care for service. Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific...
... is allowed in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices outdoors is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. The wireless devices in your notebook is harmful or perceived as harmful, the option to...notebook, check with equipment on the wireless device. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to minimize human contact during normal operation. See the Gateway System Restoration Kit, or contact Gateway Customer Care for service. Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific...
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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... 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 ... indicator 17 numeric keypad status indicator 17 using 19 O opening files 22 folders 22 LCD panel 6 notebook 6 programs 22 shortcut menu 22 P PC Card adding 26 eject button 26 inserting 26 installing 26 ...
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... 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 ... indicator 17 numeric keypad status indicator 17 using 19 O opening files 22 folders 22 LCD panel 6 notebook 6 programs 22 shortcut menu 22 P PC Card adding 26 eject button 26 inserting 26 installing 26 ...
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...gateway.com Index Standby mode 15, 19 status box 19 status indicator 6 turning off notebook 15 turning on notebook 15 printer inkjet 30 laser 30 USB port 8 programs closing unresponsive 16 opening 22 R RAM See memory rebooting notebook 16 recalibrating battery 29 replacing See installing resetting notebook 16 restarting notebook... 17 drive activity 17 hard drive 17 location 11 numeric keypad 17 Pad Lock 17 power 6 toggle on or off 19 Support getting specifications 3 surge protector 13 Suspend 19 S-Video (TV) out jack 7 system identification label 2, 10 system keys combinations 19 locating 18 T...
...gateway.com Index Standby mode 15, 19 status box 19 status indicator 6 turning off notebook 15 turning on notebook 15 printer inkjet 30 laser 30 USB port 8 programs closing unresponsive 16 opening 22 R RAM See memory rebooting notebook 16 recalibrating battery 29 replacing See installing resetting notebook 16 restarting notebook... 17 drive activity 17 hard drive 17 location 11 numeric keypad 17 Pad Lock 17 power 6 toggle on or off 19 Support getting specifications 3 surge protector 13 Suspend 19 S-Video (TV) out jack 7 system identification label 2, 10 system keys combinations 19 locating 18 T...
8511264 - User Guide Gateway Notebook
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Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our notebook 2 Gateway Web site 2 Using Support 3 Help and Support 4 Searching for a topic 4 Getting help in Media Center 5 BigFix 6 Online help 6 Chapter 2: Using Windows XP 7 About the Windows ... recovery discs 27 Copying drivers and applications recovery files to a network 28 Creating discs from recovery files on a network 29 Recovering your system 30 Recovering specific files and software 31 Recovering your system using Microsoft System Restore 32 Recovering your system from the hard drive 33 i
Contents Chapter 1: Getting Help 1 Thank you for purchasing our notebook 2 Gateway Web site 2 Using Support 3 Help and Support 4 Searching for a topic 4 Getting help in Media Center 5 BigFix 6 Online help 6 Chapter 2: Using Windows XP 7 About the Windows ... recovery discs 27 Copying drivers and applications recovery files to a network 28 Creating discs from recovery files on a network 29 Recovering your system 30 Recovering specific files and software 31 Recovering your system using Microsoft System Restore 32 Recovering your system from the hard drive 33 i
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... the latest chipset and mobile processor technologies to our customers - Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your notebook in addition to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. You have highlighted some basic care and safety...
... the latest chipset and mobile processor technologies to our customers - Each and every Gateway notebook uses the latest technology and passes through the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your notebook in addition to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. You have highlighted some basic care and safety...
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...software updates for your drivers. Contact Us Click Contact Us to access links to locate your notebook. Upgrade Center Click Upgrade Center to view a list of Gateway telephone numbers for both sales and support. Product Support Click Product Support to view and ...your serial number in the Serial Number box, then click Submit. Click Call Us to get drivers specific to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for your notebook, type your notebook. For more information, see "Telephone support" on page 167. 3 Customer Service Click Customer Service to...
...software updates for your drivers. Contact Us Click Contact Us to access links to locate your notebook. Upgrade Center Click Upgrade Center to view a list of Gateway telephone numbers for both sales and support. Product Support Click Product Support to view and ...your serial number in the Serial Number box, then click Submit. Click Call Us to get drivers specific to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for your notebook, type your notebook. For more information, see "Telephone support" on page 167. 3 Customer Service Click Customer Service to...
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... Gateway system. ■ "Drivers and applications recovery" on page 26 tells you how to reinstall everything you need to a previous working order. Drivers and applications recovery Your notebook's hard drive contains everything , including the operating system, so your notebook has its original factory settings. ■ "Recovering your notebook. Problem-solving may need to reinstall specific...
... Gateway system. ■ "Drivers and applications recovery" on page 26 tells you how to reinstall everything you need to a previous working order. Drivers and applications recovery Your notebook's hard drive contains everything , including the operating system, so your notebook has its original factory settings. ■ "Recovering your notebook. Problem-solving may need to reinstall specific...
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... drive" on page 33. 30 For more help . OR - ■ To reinstall everything from the notebook's hard drive. ■ To selectively restore device drivers or programs, see "Recovering specific files and software" on page 31. - You are done. Recovering your system Important If your media burning...of recovery discs, roll back your system to a previous condition when drivers and programs were working correctly, see "Recovering your notebook. www.gateway.com Important Use a permanent marker to complete the burning of the recovery disc(s). If you have problems with your...
... drive" on page 33. 30 For more help . OR - ■ To reinstall everything from the notebook's hard drive. ■ To selectively restore device drivers or programs, see "Recovering specific files and software" on page 31. - You are done. Recovering your system Important If your media burning...of recovery discs, roll back your system to a previous condition when drivers and programs were working correctly, see "Recovering your notebook. www.gateway.com Important Use a permanent marker to complete the burning of the recovery disc(s). If you have problems with your...
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... install. To select multiple items, press and hold CTRL while clicking each item. 3 Click Next. www.gateway.com Recovering your system Recovering specific files and software You can recover specific files using Microsoft System Restore" on your notebook, then insert the drivers and applications recovery disc #1 (if available) into the CD or DVD drive...
... install. To select multiple items, press and hold CTRL while clicking each item. 3 Click Next. www.gateway.com Recovering your system Recovering specific files and software You can recover specific files using Microsoft System Restore" on your notebook, then insert the drivers and applications recovery disc #1 (if available) into the CD or DVD drive...
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...Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. CHAPTER 7: Using Multimedia www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume Help & Support For more information about adjusting the volume, click Start,... You can use the Windows volume controls to adjust the overall volume and the volume of specific sound devices in your Control Panel is in the Search box, then click the arrow. .... 2 Click/Double-click the Adjust the system volume or Sounds and Audio Devices. If your notebook. If your Control Panel is in the task bar, then click Apply. Shortcut Click the speaker...
...Click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. CHAPTER 7: Using Multimedia www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume Help & Support For more information about adjusting the volume, click Start,... You can use the Windows volume controls to adjust the overall volume and the volume of specific sound devices in your Control Panel is in the Search box, then click the arrow. .... 2 Click/Double-click the Adjust the system volume or Sounds and Audio Devices. If your notebook. If your Control Panel is in the task bar, then click Apply. Shortcut Click the speaker...
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... point and sets up your access point A wireless network sends and receives information through radio waves. Also ask your ISP about any specific instructions you need to download viruses or view your personal data, like credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, and personal online banking information...your network can gain access to your Internet connection to send spam e-mail and to your hard drive to follow the on your notebook. www.gateway.com Setting up your wireless network Setting up your wireless network Setting up your wireless network involves three steps: 1 Make sure ...
... point and sets up your access point A wireless network sends and receives information through radio waves. Also ask your ISP about any specific instructions you need to download viruses or view your personal data, like credit card numbers, Social Security numbers, and personal online banking information...your network can gain access to your Internet connection to send spam e-mail and to your hard drive to follow the on your notebook. www.gateway.com Setting up your wireless network Setting up your wireless network Setting up your wireless network involves three steps: 1 Make sure ...
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..., Accessories, System Tools, then click Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 139 www.gateway.com Moving from Your Old Computer Scheduling maintenance tasks Important Your notebook must be on -screen instructions to your notebook is off, scheduled tasks will not run. You can move your data files...arrow. Help and Support For more information about Scheduled Tasks Wizard, click Start, then click Help and Support. The wizard also moves specific files or entire folders, such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings, from your old computer to customize the task. To start...
..., Accessories, System Tools, then click Files and Settings Transfer Wizard. 139 www.gateway.com Moving from Your Old Computer Scheduling maintenance tasks Important Your notebook must be on -screen instructions to your notebook is off, scheduled tasks will not run. You can move your data files...arrow. Help and Support For more information about Scheduled Tasks Wizard, click Start, then click Help and Support. The wizard also moves specific files or entire folders, such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings, from your old computer to customize the task. To start...