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... adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of your notebook's power connector. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Power indicator If the power indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number...
... adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of your notebook's power connector. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Power indicator If the power indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number...
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... legal information. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off your notebook. 2 Close the LCD panel. 6 Slide the replacement battery into the notebook until it snaps into an AC outlet. 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. See your hardware guide for your notebook. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks...
... legal information. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off your notebook. 2 Close the LCD panel. 6 Slide the replacement battery into the notebook until it snaps into an AC outlet. 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. See your hardware guide for your notebook. www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks...
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... PC Cards. 6 Turn your notebook. Before working with a K. Do not lay components on your workbench or other grounded object. Gateway and eMachines are ready to use them. in a safe place. All rights reserved. Replacing the DVD Drive Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver 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...
... PC Cards. 6 Turn your notebook. Before working with a K. Do not lay components on your workbench or other grounded object. Gateway and eMachines are ready to use them. in a safe place. All rights reserved. Replacing the DVD Drive Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver 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...
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... a set of the cover. Do not lay components on your workbench or other grounded object. For more information, see "Creating Drivers and Applications Recovery discs" in your online hardware guide. 7 Remove the two hard drive bay cover screws, slide the hard drive bay cover, then remove it to use them. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you are extremely sensitive to the back of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive...
... a set of the cover. Do not lay components on your workbench or other grounded object. For more information, see "Creating Drivers and Applications Recovery discs" in your online hardware guide. 7 Remove the two hard drive bay cover screws, slide the hard drive bay cover, then remove it to use them. Important If you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you are extremely sensitive to the back of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive...
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... Operating System Recovery CD/DVD when prompted, then follow the on-screen instructions. 8 Remove the four screws that secure the cover to the drive. 12 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 13 Insert the battery and turn your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 15 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards. 16 Turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook...
... Operating System Recovery CD/DVD when prompted, then follow the on-screen instructions. 8 Remove the four screws that secure the cover to the drive. 12 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 13 Insert the battery and turn your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 15 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards. 16 Turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook...
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... avoid exposure to use them. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your online hardware guide. 9 Turn your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in the United States and other grounded object. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Removing the old keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and...
... avoid exposure to use them. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your online hardware guide. 9 Turn your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in the United States and other grounded object. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Removing the old keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and...
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... hardware guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 11 Gently push the module down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of the slot. See your notebook over. 15 Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and the network cable. 16 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards...
... hardware guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. 2 www.gateway.com © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. 11 Gently push the module down until the module tilts upward. 9 Pull the memory module out of the slot. See your notebook over. 15 Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and the network cable. 16 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards...
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... labelled MAIN or M, then reattach the light gray antenna cable to the connector labelled AUX or A. 15 Replace the wireless network bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and the network cable. 18 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards. 19 Turn on your card is keyed so it can only be inserted...
... labelled MAIN or M, then reattach the light gray antenna cable to the connector labelled AUX or A. 15 Replace the wireless network bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and the network cable. 18 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC Cards. 19 Turn on your card is keyed so it can only be inserted...
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... 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 your wireless radio on or off 23 Using the DVD drive 24 Identifying drive types 24 Inserting a CD or DVD 25 Using the memory card reader 25 Memory card types 25 Inserting a memory card 25 Using a memory card 26 Removing a memory card 26 Adding and removing a PC Card 26 Changing batteries 27 Recalibrating the battery 29 Ordering...
... 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 your wireless radio on or off 23 Using the DVD drive 24 Identifying drive types 24 Inserting a CD or DVD 25 Using the memory card reader 25 Memory card types 25 Inserting a memory card 25 Using a memory card 26 Removing a memory card 26 Adding and removing a PC Card 26 Changing batteries 27 Recalibrating the battery 29 Ordering...
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... Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: 2 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for informational purposes only. For all other software ■ Controlling audio and video settings ■ Using the Internet ■ Protecting your online User Guide. The User Guide is for assistance. The label on your hard drive. CHAPTER 1: About this reference www.gateway.com About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your notebook model...
... Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: 2 Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for informational purposes only. For all other software ■ Controlling audio and video settings ■ Using the Internet ■ Protecting your online User Guide. The User Guide is for assistance. The label on your hard drive. CHAPTER 1: About this reference www.gateway.com About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your notebook model...
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... 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 • Turning your notebook on and off • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard and the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume • Connecting to a wireless network • Using the DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC card • Changing batteries • Recalibrating the battery • Ordering...
... 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 • Turning your notebook on and off • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard and the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume • Connecting to a wireless network • Using the DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC card • Changing batteries • Recalibrating the battery • Ordering...
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... determine the type of drive in the notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook. www.gateway.com Left Identifying features Kensington lock slot S-Video out jack Ventilation fan DVD drive Component Kensington™ lock slot S-Video out jack (optional) Ventilation fan DVD drive Icon Description Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this drive. Plug an S-Video device, such...
... determine the type of drive in the notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook. www.gateway.com Left Identifying features Kensington lock slot S-Video out jack Ventilation fan DVD drive Component Kensington™ lock slot S-Video out jack (optional) Ventilation fan DVD drive Icon Description Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this drive. Plug an S-Video device, such...
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... indicators Touchpad Component Icon Power button Keyboard Touchpad Status indicators Description Press to turn the power on page 18. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the keyboard" on or off. Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Inform you when a drive is used. For more information, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is in the online User Guide...
... indicators Touchpad Component Icon Power button Keyboard Touchpad Status indicators Description Press to turn the power on page 18. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the keyboard" on or off. Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Inform you when a drive is used. For more information, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is in the online User Guide...
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... enter a power-saving mode called Standby. Do not use the Turn Off Computer option in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook Tips & Tricks For more information about Standby mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in the online User Guide. To 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 are starting your notebook...
... enter a power-saving mode called Standby. Do not use the Turn Off Computer option in Standby, the power indicator flashes. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook Tips & Tricks For more information about Standby mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in the online User Guide. To 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 are starting your notebook...
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... connect a USB keyboard. Each program uses different function keys for quick access to shortcut menus and help . For more about the function key actions. Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Key type Icon Function keys System keys Navigation keys Arrow keys Application key Description Press these colored keys in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open the Windows Start menu. You do not need to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned...
... connect a USB keyboard. Each program uses different function keys for quick access to shortcut menus and help . For more about the function key actions. Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Key type Icon Function keys System keys Navigation keys Arrow keys Application key Description Press these colored keys in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open the Windows Start menu. You do not need to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned...
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... the power button to be plugged into the monitor port on your notebook) ■ Both displays at the same time, your display. Important: Using this system key... Stop playing the CD or DVD. Toggle the notebook display in the following order: ■ The LCD ■ An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be turned off . Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to leave Standby mode. Use this feature in bright lighting situations...
... the power button to be plugged into the monitor port on your notebook) ■ Both displays at the same time, your display. Important: Using this system key... Stop playing the CD or DVD. Toggle the notebook display in the following order: ■ The LCD ■ An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be turned off . Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to leave Standby mode. Use this feature in bright lighting situations...
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... object. To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls: ■ If you want it down, then use the volume control to drop the object where you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the keyboard. Release the button to adjust the overall volume of your notebook. Use the mute and volume control buttons on the front of the screen. This action is called clicking. You can use the touchpad to move...
... object. To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls: ■ If you want it down, then use the volume control to drop the object where you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the keyboard. Release the button to adjust the overall volume of your notebook. Use the mute and volume control buttons on the front of the screen. This action is called clicking. You can use the touchpad to move...
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... external audio 6 external diskette drive 8 external speakers 6 Firewire 8 flash drive 8 headphone 6 i.Link 8 IEEE 1394 8 keyboard 8 microphone 6 modem 8, 13 monitor (VGA) 9 mouse 8 network 8, 14 power 9, 12 printer 8 scanner 8 speaker 6 S-Video (TV) out 7 USB 8 VGA 9 video camera 8 copyright notice 54 D dial-up modem 13 digital camera USB port 8 digital video camera IEEE 1394 port 8 directional keys 18 display switching 19 double-clicking 22 dragging 22 drives DVD 24, 35 DVD/CD-RW 7, 24 DVD±RW 7, 24 hard drive 10, 38 identifying drive types 24 multi-format DVD...
... external audio 6 external diskette drive 8 external speakers 6 Firewire 8 flash drive 8 headphone 6 i.Link 8 IEEE 1394 8 keyboard 8 microphone 6 modem 8, 13 monitor (VGA) 9 mouse 8 network 8, 14 power 9, 12 printer 8 scanner 8 speaker 6 S-Video (TV) out 7 USB 8 VGA 9 video camera 8 copyright notice 54 D dial-up modem 13 digital camera USB port 8 digital video camera IEEE 1394 port 8 directional keys 18 display switching 19 double-clicking 22 dragging 22 drives DVD 24, 35 DVD/CD-RW 7, 24 DVD±RW 7, 24 hard drive 10, 38 identifying drive types 24 multi-format DVD...
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...6 switching display 19 LCD/CRT system key 19 lock Kensington cable 7 M memory bay 10 installing 32 purchasing 30 removing 32 replacing 32 memory card reader locating 8 memory card types supported 25 using 25 microphone jack 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 modem cable 14 connecting 13, 14 DSL 14 jack 8, 13 monitor port 9 mouse USB port 8 moving pointer 21 screen objects 22 MP3 player memory cards 25 multimedia adjusting volume 22 using DVD drive 24 muting sound 20, 22 N navigation keys 18 network jack 8, 14 networking turning off wireless network 23 turning on wireless...
...6 switching display 19 LCD/CRT system key 19 lock Kensington cable 7 M memory bay 10 installing 32 purchasing 30 removing 32 replacing 32 memory card reader locating 8 memory card types supported 25 using 25 microphone jack 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 modem cable 14 connecting 13, 14 DSL 14 jack 8, 13 monitor port 9 mouse USB port 8 moving pointer 21 screen objects 22 MP3 player memory cards 25 multimedia adjusting volume 22 using DVD drive 24 muting sound 20, 22 N navigation keys 18 network jack 8, 14 networking turning off wireless network 23 turning on wireless...
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... USB port 8 screen objects getting information 22 moving 22 selecting 22 security features Kensington cable lock 7 serial number 2, 3 setting up safety precautions 46 shortcut menus accessing 22 shortcuts opening menu 22 shutting down notebook SO-DIMM See memory sound adjusting 20, 22 controls 22 muting 20, 22 15, 16 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 specifications 3 Standby mode 15, 19 system key 19 starting notebook 15 programs 22 static electricity 32 status indicators battery charge 6 Caps Lock 17 drive activity...
... USB port 8 screen objects getting information 22 moving 22 selecting 22 security features Kensington cable lock 7 serial number 2, 3 setting up safety precautions 46 shortcut menus accessing 22 shortcuts opening menu 22 shutting down notebook SO-DIMM See memory sound adjusting 20, 22 controls 22 muting 20, 22 15, 16 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 specifications 3 Standby mode 15, 19 system key 19 starting notebook 15 programs 22 static electricity 32 status indicators battery charge 6 Caps Lock 17 drive activity...