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... replaced. OR If your notebook is on and is not connected to AC power, save your work and turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on . Locating Components Battery Replacing the Battery 3 Turn your notebook over...into the notebook until it snaps into an AC outlet. 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. See your hardware guide for your notebook. in this device may present a fire or ...
... replaced. OR If your notebook is on and is not connected to AC power, save your work and turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on . Locating Components Battery Replacing the Battery 3 Turn your notebook over...into the notebook until it snaps into an AC outlet. 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. See your hardware guide for your notebook. in this device may present a fire or ...
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Contents www.gateway.com Drivers and applications recovery 35 Creating drivers and applications recovery discs . . . . . .35 Copying drivers and applications recovery files to a network 38 Creating discs from recovery files on a network 40 Recovering your system 41 Recovering specific files and software 42 Recovering your system using Microsoft System Restore 43 Recovering your...
Contents www.gateway.com Drivers and applications recovery 35 Creating drivers and applications recovery discs . . . . . .35 Copying drivers and applications recovery files to a network 38 Creating discs from recovery files on a network 40 Recovering your system 41 Recovering specific files and software 42 Recovering your system using Microsoft System Restore 43 Recovering your...
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Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us 3 Using Support The Support site is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your notebook. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com.
Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us 3 Using Support The Support site is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your notebook. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com.
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Downloads Click Downloads to get drivers specific to your notebook. 4 By entering your serial number you manage your notebook. Resources Click Resources to access utilities to view a list of all Gateway notebooks. Product Support Click Product Support to help you get the latest ...then click Notebook Computers to view information about warranties and special offers. Customer Service Click Customer Service to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for your notebook, type your account and general information about your serial number in the Serial Number box, ...
Downloads Click Downloads to get drivers specific to your notebook. 4 By entering your serial number you manage your notebook. Resources Click Resources to access utilities to view a list of all Gateway notebooks. Product Support Click Product Support to help you get the latest ...then click Notebook Computers to view information about warranties and special offers. Customer Service Click Customer Service to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for your notebook, type your account and general information about your serial number in the Serial Number box, ...
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Using a recovery disc that you have recorded is saved on page 195 or at support.gateway.com. If you are still experiencing problems, you how to install specific, factory-installed software and device drivers. 34 Problem-solving may need to recover your system under most conditions. If you ... pre-installed on page 43 describes how to return your system to working condition. Recovery discs let you need to reinstall specific software, such as you get your new Gateway system. ■ "Drivers and applications recovery" on page 42 describes how to record (or burn) the Drivers and...
Using a recovery disc that you have recorded is saved on page 195 or at support.gateway.com. If you are still experiencing problems, you how to install specific, factory-installed software and device drivers. 34 Problem-solving may need to recover your system under most conditions. If you ... pre-installed on page 43 describes how to return your system to working condition. Recovery discs let you need to reinstall specific software, such as you get your new Gateway system. ■ "Drivers and applications recovery" on page 42 describes how to record (or burn) the Drivers and...
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... software and device drivers were working correctly, see "Recovering specific files and software" on page 46. 41 For more help, you can restore specific drivers and programs from a set of recovery discs to recover your system, you can find the Gateway Customer Care contact information on the label located on the... Important If your notebook. If you have problems with your notebook and you need to restore your system from the hard drive, contact Gateway Customer Care for each recovery file until each disc 1 of x, 2 of x, 3 of your hard drive has failed and you remove each disc...
... software and device drivers were working correctly, see "Recovering specific files and software" on page 46. 41 For more help, you can restore specific drivers and programs from a set of recovery discs to recover your system, you can find the Gateway Customer Care contact information on the label located on the... Important If your notebook. If you have problems with your notebook and you need to restore your system from the hard drive, contact Gateway Customer Care for each recovery file until each disc 1 of x, 2 of x, 3 of your hard drive has failed and you remove each disc...
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... recovery disc that did not come pre-installed on your system, you selected are installed. The Application Recovery program opens. - To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click Start, All Programs, System Recovery, then click Application & Driver Recovery. The Application Recovery program opens. 2...to install. If you need to follow the software's own instructions for installation. You can perform a partial recovery by recovering specific files, such as device drivers and most pre-installed software. The items you need to recover software that you have created...
... recovery disc that did not come pre-installed on your system, you selected are installed. The Application Recovery program opens. - To recover specific drivers and software: 1 Click Start, All Programs, System Recovery, then click Application & Driver Recovery. The Application Recovery program opens. 2...to install. If you need to follow the software's own instructions for installation. You can perform a partial recovery by recovering specific files, such as device drivers and most pre-installed software. The items you need to recover software that you have created...
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... Tray. The Control Panel window opens. If your notebook. 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 task bar, then click Apply. The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the...
... Tray. The Control Panel window opens. If your notebook. 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 task bar, then click Apply. The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the...
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Adjusting the volume To adjust specific volume levels: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices. 2 Click/Double-click the Adjust the system volume or Sounds and Audio Devices. The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Volume tab. 83 The Control Panel window opens.
Adjusting the volume To adjust specific volume levels: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices. 2 Click/Double-click the Adjust the system volume or Sounds and Audio Devices. The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Volume tab. 83 The Control Panel window opens.
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... sends and receives information through radio waves. When you are ready to follow the on your notebook. Also ask your ISP about any specific instructions you set up your wireless network, use the SecureEasySetup wizard on -screen instructions. Setting up your network. Check your access point ...documentation for your network, a hacker can intercept the radio waves and take control of your network. SecureEasySetup is a program that Gateway has already installed on your Start menu, then follow when you need to set up your current setup. Click the SecureEasySetup icon on ...
... sends and receives information through radio waves. When you are ready to follow the on your notebook. Also ask your ISP about any specific instructions you set up your wireless network, use the SecureEasySetup wizard on -screen instructions. Setting up your network. Check your access point ...documentation for your network, a hacker can intercept the radio waves and take control of your network. SecureEasySetup is a program that Gateway has already installed on your Start menu, then follow when you need to set up your current setup. Click the SecureEasySetup icon on ...
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... Help and Support. You can manually transfer your data files and personal settings, such as My Documents, My Pictures, and Favorites. The wizard also moves specific files or entire folders, such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings, from Your Old Computer Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Help and Support...
... Help and Support. You can manually transfer your data files and personal settings, such as My Documents, My Pictures, and Favorites. The wizard also moves specific files or entire folders, such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings, from Your Old Computer Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Help and Support...
8511386 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference Guide
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... recording media ■ Networking ■ Maintenance and troubleshooting 2 About the User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your hard drive. CHAPTER...
... recording media ■ Networking ■ Maintenance and troubleshooting 2 About the User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your hard drive. CHAPTER...
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CHAPTER 1: About this reference For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at support.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your notebook's label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 4
CHAPTER 1: About this reference For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at support.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your notebook's label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. 4
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... drive is not in use . ■ LED blinking - Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. The disc drive is in use . ■ LED off - You do not need to...
... drive is not in use . ■ LED blinking - Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. The disc drive is in use . ■ LED off - You do not need to...
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... these colored keys in combination with the FN key to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on page 22. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in combination with another key. See the program documentation to perform... specific actions. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Key types The keyboard has several different types of a document. Each program uses different function keys for quick...
... these colored keys in combination with the FN key to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on page 22. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in combination with another key. See the program documentation to perform... specific actions. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Key types The keyboard has several different types of a document. Each program uses different function keys for quick...
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Using the keyboard Key type Icon Description Windows key Press this key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). Press FN+ 1 to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on the numeric keypad. 21 Numeric keypad Use these keys to turn on . This key can also be used in combination with other keys to perform a specific action. FN key Press the FN key in combination with a colored system key to open the Windows Start menu.
Using the keyboard Key type Icon Description Windows key Press this key to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). Press FN+ 1 to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on the numeric keypad. 21 Numeric keypad Use these keys to turn on . This key can also be used in combination with other keys to perform a specific action. FN key Press the FN key in combination with a colored system key to open the Windows Start menu.
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...or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. If your notebook is connected to AC power, go to local hazardous material regulations. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is on and is turned on and is not plugged into an AC outlet, you can change the battery: 1 If ...your Gateway notebook. The battery used batteries according to Step 2. -OR- Keep away from children. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. If ...
...or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. If your notebook is connected to AC power, go to local hazardous material regulations. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook is on and is turned on and is not plugged into an AC outlet, you can change the battery: 1 If ...your Gateway notebook. The battery used batteries according to Step 2. -OR- Keep away from children. Dispose of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. If ...
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...may be taken to use a wireless device may be using the wireless device in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are examples of devices that may be embedded in your notebook is not listed, please contact your system... guidance Warning Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on the wireless device. Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific countries are listed in environments where you will be restricted or eliminated. Airports, Hospitals, and Oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres...
...may be taken to use a wireless device may be using the wireless device in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are examples of devices that may be embedded in your notebook is not listed, please contact your system... guidance Warning Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on the wireless device. Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific countries are listed in environments where you will be restricted or eliminated. Airports, Hospitals, and Oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres...
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... USB port 8 digital video camera IEEE 1394 port 8 directional keys 20 display switching 22 double-clicking 26 dragging 27 drives DVD 29, 42 76 www.gateway.com DVD/CD-RW 7, 29 DVD±RW 7, 29 hard drive 10, 45 identifying drive types 29 multi-format DVD±RW 7, 29 replacing hard... See DVD drive E electrostatic discharge (ESD) 38 Ethernet connecting 15 jack 8, 15 external monitor 9, 22 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 files opening 26 finding specifications 4 Firewire port 8 Fn key 21, 22 folders opening 26 function keys 20
... USB port 8 digital video camera IEEE 1394 port 8 directional keys 20 display switching 22 double-clicking 26 dragging 27 drives DVD 29, 42 76 www.gateway.com DVD/CD-RW 7, 29 DVD±RW 7, 29 hard drive 10, 45 identifying drive types 29 multi-format DVD±RW 7, 29 replacing hard... See DVD drive E electrostatic discharge (ESD) 38 Ethernet connecting 15 jack 8, 15 external monitor 9, 22 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 files opening 26 finding specifications 4 Firewire port 8 Fn key 21, 22 folders opening 26 function keys 20
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www.gateway.com Index rebooting notebook 17 recalibrating battery 35 replacing See installing resetting ... 17 SO-DIMM See memory sound adjusting 24, 27 controls 27 muting 24, 27 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 specifications 4 Standby mode 16, 22 system key 22 starting notebook 16 programs 26 static electricity 38 status indicators battery charge ... activity 19 hard drive 19 location 11 numeric keypad 18 Pad Lock 18 power 6 toggle on or off 22 Support getting specifications 4 surge protector 13 Suspend 22 S-Video (TV) out jack 7 system identification label 3, 10 system keys combinations 22 locating...
www.gateway.com Index rebooting notebook 17 recalibrating battery 35 replacing See installing resetting ... 17 SO-DIMM See memory sound adjusting 24, 27 controls 27 muting 24, 27 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 specifications 4 Standby mode 16, 22 system key 22 starting notebook 16 programs 26 static electricity 38 status indicators battery charge ... activity 19 hard drive 19 location 11 numeric keypad 18 Pad Lock 18 power 6 toggle on or off 22 Support getting specifications 4 surge protector 13 Suspend 22 S-Video (TV) out jack 7 system identification label 3, 10 system keys combinations 22 locating...