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....gateway.com Inserting a CD or DVD 30 Using the memory card reader 30 Memory card types 30 Inserting a memory card 31 Using a memory card 31 Removing a memory card 31 Adding and removing a PC Card 32 Changing batteries 33 Recalibrating the battery 35 Ordering accessories 36 Chapter 3: Upgrading ...Your Notebook 37 Preventing static electricity discharge 38 Adding or replacing memory 39 Replacing the DVD drive 42 Replacing the hard drive kit 45 Replacing the keyboard ...
....gateway.com Inserting a CD or DVD 30 Using the memory card reader 30 Memory card types 30 Inserting a memory card 31 Using a memory card 31 Removing a memory card 31 Adding and removing a PC Card 32 Changing batteries 33 Recalibrating the battery 35 Ordering accessories 36 Chapter 3: Upgrading ...Your Notebook 37 Preventing static electricity discharge 38 Adding or replacing memory 39 Replacing the DVD drive 42 Replacing the hard drive kit 45 Replacing the keyboard ...
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CHAPTER 3 Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory • Replacing the DVD drive • Replacing the hard drive kit • Replacing the keyboard 37
CHAPTER 3 Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory • Replacing the DVD drive • Replacing the hard drive kit • Replacing the keyboard 37
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CHAPTER 3: Upgrading Your Notebook Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is marked with a K. Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 40 Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Screw Screw Screw Screw Keyboard screw Screw Screw 7 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be captive. 6 Remove the keyboard screw shown in the following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these screws cannot be removed).
CHAPTER 3: Upgrading Your Notebook Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is marked with a K. Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 40 Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Screw Screw Screw Screw Keyboard screw Screw Screw 7 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be captive. 6 Remove the keyboard screw shown in the following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these screws cannot be removed).
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.... This module is facing up with a similar drive obtained from Gateway. Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the DVD drive. CHAPTER 3: Upgrading Your Notebook Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 10 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-...degree angle and slide it can replace it with the tab in the memory bay. 11 Gently push the module...
.... This module is facing up with a similar drive obtained from Gateway. Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the DVD drive. CHAPTER 3: Upgrading Your Notebook Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 10 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-...degree angle and slide it can replace it with the tab in the memory bay. 11 Gently push the module...
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CHAPTER 3: Upgrading Your Notebook 11 Insert a straightened paper clip into the DVD drive's manual eject hole, push in Step 9. 16 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the captive screws. 17 Replace the keyboard screw. 18 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 19 Connect the power ...
CHAPTER 3: Upgrading Your Notebook 11 Insert a straightened paper clip into the DVD drive's manual eject hole, push in Step 9. 16 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the captive screws. 17 Replace the keyboard screw. 18 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 19 Connect the power ...
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CHAPTER 3: Upgrading Your Notebook 12 Pull the cover off the tabs located on your notebook. Be careful to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Tips & Tricks Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the keyboard. ■ If the keyboard does not lift, ... keyboard lifts, go to Step 19. 14 Close the LCD panel, turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. 13 Gently lift the back edge of the thumb notch. 50 Be careful not to break off...
CHAPTER 3: Upgrading Your Notebook 12 Pull the cover off the tabs located on your notebook. Be careful to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Tips & Tricks Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the keyboard. ■ If the keyboard does not lift, ... keyboard lifts, go to Step 19. 14 Close the LCD panel, turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be captive. 13 Gently lift the back edge of the thumb notch. 50 Be careful not to break off...