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... 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 over any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to use them. All rights reserved. Replacing the DVD Drive 7 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it in your online hardware guide. Never...
... 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 over any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to use them. All rights reserved. Replacing the DVD Drive 7 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it in your online hardware guide. Never...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference
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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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For all other software ■ Controlling audio and video settings ■ Using the Internet ■ Protecting your files ■ Playing and recording media ■ Networking ■ Maintenance and troubleshooting To access the online User Guide: ■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: 2 Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number Important The label shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that includes information on the following...
For all other software ■ Controlling audio and video settings ■ Using the Internet ■ Protecting your files ■ Playing and recording media ■ Networking ■ Maintenance and troubleshooting To access the online User Guide: ■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: 2 Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number Important The label shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that includes information on the following...
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... a drive is in the online User Guide. Provides all the features of a mouse. For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on page 21. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the keyboard" 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 18. For more information, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in use...
... a drive is in the online User Guide. Provides all the features of a mouse. For more information, see "Using the status indicators" on page 21. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see "Using the keyboard" 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 18. For more information, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in use...
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... keys Arrow keys Application key The keyboard has several different types 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 different purposes. Key type Icon Function keys System keys Navigation keys Arrow keys Application key Description Press these keys to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). See the program documentation to perform actions in combination with the FN key to connect a USB keyboard...
... keys Arrow keys Application key The keyboard has several different types 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 different purposes. Key type Icon Function keys System keys Navigation keys Arrow keys Application key Description Press these keys to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility). See the program documentation to perform actions in combination with the FN key to connect a USB keyboard...
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... touchpad to move (drag) the object to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -OR- Quickly press and release the left button twice in the online User Guide. Adjusting the volume Tips & Tricks For instructions on how to drop the object where you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the screen. For more information about an object on the front of your notebook...
... touchpad to move (drag) the object to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -OR- Quickly press and release the left button twice in the online User Guide. Adjusting the volume Tips & Tricks For instructions on how to drop the object where you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the screen. For more information about an object on the front of your notebook...
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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 57 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 57 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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... 19 LCD/CRT system key 19 lock Kensington cable 7 M memory bay 10 installing 32 purchasing 29 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 DSL 14 jack 8, 13 monitor port 9 13, 14 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 network 23...
... 19 LCD/CRT system key 19 lock Kensington cable 7 M memory bay 10 installing 32 purchasing 29 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 DSL 14 jack 8, 13 monitor port 9 13, 14 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 network 23...
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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 48 shortcut menus accessing 22 shortcuts opening menu 22 shutting down notebook 15, 16 SO-DIMM See memory sound adjusting 20, 22 controls 22 muting 20, 22 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 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 48 shortcut menus accessing 22 shortcuts opening menu 22 shutting down notebook 15, 16 SO-DIMM See memory sound adjusting 20, 22 controls 22 muting 20, 22 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 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...
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... mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings 124 Changing mouse settings 124 Changing touchpad or pointing device settings 125 Adjusting tablet and pen settings 126 Programming the buttons 127 Adjusting the Tablet PC Input Panel Settings 127 Adding and modifying user accounts 128 Modifying security settings 129 Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Notebook 131 Caring for your notebook 132 Cleaning your notebook 132 Protecting your notebook from viruses 133 Updating Windows 134 Using BigFix 134 Managing hard drive space 135 Checking hard drive...
... mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings 124 Changing mouse settings 124 Changing touchpad or pointing device settings 125 Adjusting tablet and pen settings 126 Programming the buttons 127 Adjusting the Tablet PC Input Panel Settings 127 Adding and modifying user accounts 128 Modifying security settings 129 Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Notebook 131 Caring for your notebook 132 Cleaning your notebook 132 Protecting your notebook from viruses 133 Updating Windows 134 Using BigFix 134 Managing hard drive space 135 Checking hard drive...
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... the instructions included with the patterns described in and compare the status lights on the front of that your access point is set up, log onto your notebook and access a favorite Internet Web site. If you share a drive, the entire contents of the access point with your printer to install the printer drivers on ■ Contact your Internet service provider Sharing resources With a network...
... the instructions included with the patterns described in and compare the status lights on the front of that your access point is set up, log onto your notebook and access a favorite Internet Web site. If you share a drive, the entire contents of the access point with your printer to install the printer drivers on ■ Contact your Internet service provider Sharing resources With a network...
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.... The Scheduled Tasks window opens. 2 Double-click the Add Scheduled Task icon. If your new one by using transfer wizard in the Search box, then click the arrow. 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. To start the Scheduled Task Wizard...
.... The Scheduled Tasks window opens. 2 Double-click the Add Scheduled Task icon. If your new one by using transfer wizard in the Search box, then click the arrow. 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. To start the Scheduled Task Wizard...
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... cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery(ies) is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. ■ Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. ■ After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery(ies) before you use a power...
... cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery(ies) is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. ■ Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. ■ After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery(ies) before you use a power...
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... the Internet ■ If you are unable to access the drive again. You cannot connect to reinstall the operating system. For more information about removing your modem and network jacks on page 157. ■ Make sure that you have a problem with your ISP is installed correctly. Help and Support For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error...
... the Internet ■ If you are unable to access the drive again. You cannot connect to reinstall the operating system. For more information about removing your modem and network jacks on page 157. ■ Make sure that you have a problem with your ISP is installed correctly. Help and Support For more information about file management, click Start, then click Help and Support. To fix hard drive problems, run the Error...
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... S-Video display device and automatically changes the display settings for viewing and using the Media Center computer functions. The progressive scan picture is also brighter and easier on your home DVD player ■ Yes, you can burn videos that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as Power2Go, and with Service Pack (SP) 1 or 2, Windows Media Player 9 or later, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. You need to configure your Media...
... S-Video display device and automatically changes the display settings for viewing and using the Media Center computer functions. The progressive scan picture is also brighter and easier on your home DVD player ■ Yes, you can burn videos that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as Power2Go, and with Service Pack (SP) 1 or 2, Windows Media Player 9 or later, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. You need to configure your Media...
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... temporarily disable the service. If your notebook. You see the poster or hardware guide. Modem (dial-up) Tips & Tricks For the location of your notebook. Help and Support For more information about installing memory, see the port replicator user guide. Type the keyword dialing in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your modem jack on an optional port replicator, see the poster or hardware guide. The Control Panel window opens. Memory card reader Drive letter for additional troubleshooting information. Modem (cable...
... temporarily disable the service. If your notebook. You see the poster or hardware guide. Modem (dial-up) Tips & Tricks For the location of your notebook. Help and Support For more information about installing memory, see the port replicator user guide. Type the keyword dialing in the My Computer window ■ Reboot your modem jack on an optional port replicator, see the poster or hardware guide. The Control Panel window opens. Memory card reader Drive letter for additional troubleshooting information. Modem (cable...
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... a port replicator, make sure the network cable is plugged into the Ethernet jack on a different surface. Make sure that the other computers on your wired Ethernet network ■ Make sure that indicate they are working to the computers, make sure that all computers have lights that your Ethernet cable is a number you assign between 0 and 254. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Mouse See also "Touchpad or optional pointing device...
... a port replicator, make sure the network cable is plugged into the Ethernet jack on a different surface. Make sure that the other computers on your wired Ethernet network ■ Make sure that indicate they are working to the computers, make sure that all computers have lights that your Ethernet cable is a number you assign between 0 and 254. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Mouse See also "Touchpad or optional pointing device...
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... button that you may need to press. ■ Make sure that the power cable is connected securely to be the default printer, then click Set as a lamp, into a surge protector, make sure that the surge protector is plugged into an AC power source. The Control Panel window opens. For more information about using power management settings, see the poster or hardware guide. If your AC power adapter is connected correctly to the correct port...
... button that you may need to press. ■ Make sure that the power cable is connected securely to be the default printer, then click Set as a lamp, into a surge protector, make sure that the surge protector is plugged into an AC power source. The Control Panel window opens. For more information about using power management settings, see the poster or hardware guide. If your AC power adapter is connected correctly to the correct port...
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... files across network 106 problems fixing 134 programs closing 24 opening 9 reinstalling 142 projector adding 55 color quality 55 display properties 55, 118, 119, 176 120, 121, 122, 123 screen resolution 55 R radio listening with Windows Media Player 87 radio approval authorities 144 radio frequency wireless connections 144 recharging battery 90 recordable drive See DVD drive recording audio file 69 CD tracks 69, 85 recovering device drivers 31...
... files across network 106 problems fixing 134 programs closing 24 opening 9 reinstalling 142 projector adding 55 color quality 55 display properties 55, 118, 119, 176 120, 121, 122, 123 screen resolution 55 R radio listening with Windows Media Player 87 radio approval authorities 144 radio frequency wireless connections 144 recharging battery 90 recordable drive See DVD drive recording audio file 69 CD tracks 69, 85 recovering device drivers 31...
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... Internet settings from old computer 141 settings from old computer 139 video to computer 73 travel tips 143 troubleshooting audio 165 automated system 167 device installation 149 diskette drive 149 display 150 DVD drive 151 faxes 158 files 152 general guidelines 148 hard drive 153 Internet connection 153, 158 IRQ conflict 149 keyboard 154 LCD panel 150 Media Center 155 memory 157 memory card reader 157 modem 157 mouse 160 network 160, 161 passwords 163 PC Cards 163 power...
... Internet settings from old computer 141 settings from old computer 139 video to computer 73 travel tips 143 troubleshooting audio 165 automated system 167 device installation 149 diskette drive 149 display 150 DVD drive 151 faxes 158 files 152 general guidelines 148 hard drive 153 Internet connection 153, 158 IRQ conflict 149 keyboard 154 LCD panel 150 Media Center 155 memory 157 memory card reader 157 modem 157 mouse 160 network 160, 161 passwords 163 PC Cards 163 power...