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...Gateway, Inc. Replacing the DVD drive To replace the DVD drive: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Make sure that the DVD drive is marked with notebook components, follow these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. Before working with a K. Tips & Tricks The keyboard...PC Cards. 6 Turn your workbench or other countries. Replacing the DVD Drive 7 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it in a safe place. Replacing the DVD Drive Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to use ...
...Gateway, Inc. Replacing the DVD drive To replace the DVD drive: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Make sure that the DVD drive is marked with notebook components, follow these screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover. Before working with a K. Tips & Tricks The keyboard...PC Cards. 6 Turn your workbench or other countries. Replacing the DVD Drive 7 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it in a safe place. Replacing the DVD Drive Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to use ...
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...Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. All other countries. See your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the ...six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 16 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn on...
...Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. All other countries. See your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. in Step 9. 13 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the ...six cover screws. 14 Replace the keyboard screw. 15 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 16 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn on...
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...rights reserved. Before working with a K. Never slide components over any PC Cards. 5 Turn your notebook. Memory bay Wireless network bay Keyboard screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws and one wireless network bay screw (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces...a safe place. Screw Screw To remove the old keyboard: 1 Follow the guidelines under the bottom of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their respective companies. 1 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All other brands and product names are ...
...rights reserved. Before working with a K. Never slide components over any PC Cards. 5 Turn your notebook. Memory bay Wireless network bay Keyboard screw 7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws and one wireless network bay screw (these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces...a safe place. Screw Screw To remove the old keyboard: 1 Follow the guidelines under the bottom of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their respective companies. 1 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All other brands and product names are ...
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.... Connector 5 Gently press the keyboard down on the front edge of the keyboard into their respective companies. All rights reserved. Important Inserting a piece of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. See your hardware guide... should easily fall into the connector, then slide the black clip to not damage the LCD panel. 6 Replace the keyboard cover. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their corresponding slots. 15 Lift the back edge of the notebook, insert ...
.... Connector 5 Gently press the keyboard down on the front edge of the keyboard into their respective companies. All rights reserved. Important Inserting a piece of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. See your hardware guide... should easily fall into the connector, then slide the black clip to not damage the LCD panel. 6 Replace the keyboard cover. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their corresponding slots. 15 Lift the back edge of the notebook, insert ...
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...workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded object. Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off... your online hardware guide. 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it to replace the memory module. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing ...
...workbench or other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded object. Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off... your online hardware guide. 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it to replace the memory module. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing ...
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...down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. All rights reserved. This module is keyed so it can only be inserted in the memory bay. All other ...lines up with the tab in one direction. in place. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. 14 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 15 Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and the network cable. 16 ...
...down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. All rights reserved. This module is keyed so it can only be inserted in the memory bay. All other ...lines up with the tab in one direction. in place. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the six cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. 14 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 15 Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and the network cable. 16 ...
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... guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model 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 ...notebook 15 Turning off your notebook 15 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 16 Using the status indicators 17 Using the keyboard 18 Key types 18 System key combinations 19 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 21 Adjusting the volume 22 Turning ...
... guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model 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 ...notebook 15 Turning off your notebook 15 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 16 Using the status indicators 17 Using the keyboard 18 Key types 18 System key combinations 19 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 21 Adjusting the volume 22 Turning ...
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Contents www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook 31 Preventing static electricity discharge 32 Adding or replacing memory 32 Replacing the DVD drive 35 Replacing the hard drive kit 38 Replacing the keyboard 40 Removing the keyboard 40 Installing the keyboard 45 Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 47 Index 59 ii
Contents www.gateway.com Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook 31 Preventing static electricity discharge 32 Adding or replacing memory 32 Replacing the DVD drive 35 Replacing the hard drive kit 38 Replacing the keyboard 40 Removing the keyboard 40 Installing the keyboard 45 Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 47 Index 59 ii
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... 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 your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard...
... 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 your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard...
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... 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Right www.gateway.com PC Card slot Memory card reader USB ports IEEE 1394 port Ethernet jack USB ports Modem jack Component...
... 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Right www.gateway.com PC Card slot Memory card reader USB ports IEEE 1394 port Ethernet jack USB ports Modem jack Component...
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www.gateway.com Keyboard area Identifying features Power button Keyboard Status indicators Touchpad Component Icon Power button Keyboard Touchpad Status indicators Description Press to turn the power on page 17. 11 For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 21. Provides all the features of a mouse. For more information, ... more information, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the status indicators" on or off. ...
www.gateway.com Keyboard area Identifying features Power button Keyboard Status indicators Touchpad Component Icon Power button Keyboard Touchpad Status indicators Description Press to turn the power on page 17. 11 For more information, see "Using the keyboard" on page 21. Provides all the features of a mouse. For more information, ... more information, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the status indicators" on or off. ...
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... start your notebook: 1 Slide the latch on the front of your notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. 3 If you cannot use your notebook on your lap. While in Standby mode, press the power button to harm your skin. Windows shuts down and...the power button mode, see "Changing power modes" in the online User Guide. If your notebook is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. www.gateway.com Starting your notebook Starting your notebook Warning Do not work for long periods with your notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other ...
... start your notebook: 1 Slide the latch on the front of your notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. 3 If you cannot use your notebook on your lap. While in Standby mode, press the power button to harm your skin. Windows shuts down and...the power button mode, see "Changing power modes" in the online User Guide. If your notebook is in Standby, the power indicator flashes. www.gateway.com Starting your notebook Starting your notebook Warning Do not work for long periods with your notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other ...
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CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Restarting (rebooting) your notebook Important If your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to check the disk status runs...
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Restarting (rebooting) your notebook Important If your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until your notebook: 1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to check the disk status runs...
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...blinking - The hard drive is not in use . 17 The disc drive is turned off - Numeric keypad is not in use . ■ LED blinking - www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. The disc drive is used... or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is in use . ■ LED off - Status indicators inform you may need to press FN+F1 to toggle the status indicators on , you when a ...
...blinking - The hard drive is not in use . 17 The disc drive is turned off - Numeric keypad is not in use . ■ LED blinking - www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad. The disc drive is used... or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is in use . ■ LED off - Status indicators inform you may need to press FN+F1 to toggle the status indicators on , you when a ...
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...program documentation to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on page 19. This key can attach an external keyboard to your notebook to connect a USB keyboard. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run...Arrow keys Application key Description Press these colored keys in combination with another key. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Tips & Tricks You can also be used in combination with other actions when pressed in combination with the FN...
...program documentation to find out more information, see "System key combinations" on page 19. This key can attach an external keyboard to your notebook to connect a USB keyboard. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other keys to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run...Arrow keys Application key Description Press these colored keys in combination with another key. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Tips & Tricks You can also be used in combination with other actions when pressed in combination with the FN...
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... in an airplane. Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Press and hold FN, then press this box. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Key type Icon FN key Numeric keypad Description Press the FN key in combination with equipment on commercial aircraft. Display the power status box...
... in an airplane. Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Press and hold FN, then press this box. www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Key type Icon FN key Numeric keypad Description Press the FN key in combination with equipment on commercial aircraft. Display the power status box...
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... Adjusting the volume Tips & Tricks For instructions on how to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -OR- CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook To... Access a shortcut menu or find more information, see "Adjusting the Volume" in the online User Guide. Quickly press and release ...the volume control to adjust the volume in rapid succession. Position the pointer over the object. www.gateway.com Position the pointer over the object. Select an object on the keyboard. This action is called clicking. Use the mute and volume control buttons on the screen. Do this...
... Adjusting the volume Tips & Tricks For instructions on how to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -OR- CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook To... Access a shortcut menu or find more information, see "Adjusting the Volume" in the online User Guide. Quickly press and release ...the volume control to adjust the volume in rapid succession. Position the pointer over the object. www.gateway.com Position the pointer over the object. Select an object on the keyboard. This action is called clicking. Use the mute and volume control buttons on the screen. Do this...
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CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory • Replacing the DVD drive • Replacing the hard drive kit • Replacing the keyboard 31
CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory • Replacing the DVD drive • Replacing the hard drive kit • Replacing the keyboard 31
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www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 27. 6 Remove the keyboard screw shown in the following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these screws cannot be captive. Depending on the end ...of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 33 Screw Screw Screw Screw Keyboard screw Screw Screw 7 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all peripheral devices and remove any ...
www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 27. 6 Remove the keyboard screw shown in the following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these screws cannot be captive. Depending on the end ...of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 33 Screw Screw Screw Screw Keyboard screw Screw Screw 7 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all peripheral devices and remove any ...
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... DVD drive becomes damaged, you can only be inserted in place. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the captive screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. 14 Insert the battery, then turn on page 27. 35 Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the DVD drive. To ...replace the DVD drive: 1 Make sure that the notch in the module lines up , then remove the battery. www.gateway.com Replacing the DVD drive Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. If your notebook over . 15 Connect the power adapter, modem cable...
... DVD drive becomes damaged, you can only be inserted in place. 12 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the captive screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. 14 Insert the battery, then turn on page 27. 35 Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the DVD drive. To ...replace the DVD drive: 1 Make sure that the notch in the module lines up , then remove the battery. www.gateway.com Replacing the DVD drive Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. If your notebook over . 15 Connect the power adapter, modem cable...