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Contents Chapter 1: About this reference 1 About this 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 from power source problems...
Contents Chapter 1: About this reference 1 About this 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 from power source problems...
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... User Guide has been included on the bottom of Gateway notebook. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: 2 The User Guide is an in this section is for assistance. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. CHAPTER 1: About this reference www.gateway.com About this guide This guide includes information and...
... User Guide has been included on the bottom of Gateway notebook. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: 2 The User Guide is an in this section is for assistance. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. CHAPTER 1: About this reference www.gateway.com About this guide This guide includes information and...
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...information, see "Adding or replacing memory" on page 32. The hard drive is not plugged into this bay. For more information, see "Gateway model and serial number" on page 27. Install a memory module into AC power. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 2. CHAPTER ... Bottom www.gateway.com Battery latch Battery Memory bay Battery lock System label Hard drive bay Component Icon Battery latch Battery Memory bay Battery lock System label Hard drive bay Description Slide to unlock the battery. Includes the product model number. For more information, see ...
...information, see "Adding or replacing memory" on page 32. The hard drive is not plugged into this bay. For more information, see "Gateway model and serial number" on page 27. Install a memory module into AC power. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 2. CHAPTER ... Bottom www.gateway.com Battery latch Battery Memory bay Battery lock System label Hard drive bay Component Icon Battery latch Battery Memory bay Battery lock System label Hard drive bay Description Slide to unlock the battery. Includes the product model number. For more information, see ...
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... remove any PC cards. 5 Turn your model, not all screws may be removed). For more information, see "Changing batteries" on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 33 Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole...
... remove any PC cards. 5 Turn your model, not all screws may be removed). For more information, see "Changing batteries" on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 33 Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole...
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... Screw 8 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your notebook over so the top is marked with a K. Screw 10 Turn your model, not all screws may be captive. 7 Remove the keyboard screw shown in a safe place. Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb... remove it in the following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these screws cannot be removed). CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up. 36
... Screw 8 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your notebook over so the top is marked with a K. Screw 10 Turn your model, not all screws may be captive. 7 Remove the keyboard screw shown in a safe place. Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb... remove it in the following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these screws cannot be removed). CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up. 36
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www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard Tips & Tricks Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 16 Loosen the mini-PCI bay cover screw (this screw cannot be removed). Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 15 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be captive. 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 removed), then remove the mini-PCI bay cover. 43
www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard Tips & Tricks Depending on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch. 16 Loosen the mini-PCI bay cover screw (this screw cannot be removed). Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw 15 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on your model, not all screws may be captive. 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 removed), then remove the mini-PCI bay cover. 43
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...22 finding specifications 3 Firewire port 8 Fn key 19 folders opening 22 function keys 18 G Gateway model number 2, 10 serial number 2, 3 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 17 installing ... connecting 18 features 18 locating 11 replacing 40 USB port 8 keys application 18 60 www.gateway.com arrow 18 battery status 19 brightness 20 directional 18 Fn 19 function 18 LCD brightness ...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 ...
...22 finding specifications 3 Firewire port 8 Fn key 19 folders opening 22 function keys 18 G Gateway model number 2, 10 serial number 2, 3 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 17 installing ... connecting 18 features 18 locating 11 replacing 40 USB port 8 keys application 18 60 www.gateway.com arrow 18 battery status 19 brightness 20 directional 18 Fn 19 function 18 LCD brightness ...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 ...
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...you or behind you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about traveling with your notebook, see your notebook model number and serial number in case of ownership or a merchandise passport when you travel assistance if your notebook is lost or damaged... as soon as it passes through the metal detector. ■ Always keep the information in airports, train stations, or bus terminals. www.gateway.com Traveling securely BigFix Your notebook may ask you leave. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it through the x-ray machine in security checkpoints. ...
...you or behind you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about traveling with your notebook, see your notebook model number and serial number in case of ownership or a merchandise passport when you travel assistance if your notebook is lost or damaged... as soon as it passes through the metal detector. ■ Always keep the information in airports, train stations, or bus terminals. www.gateway.com Traveling securely BigFix Your notebook may ask you leave. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it through the x-ray machine in security checkpoints. ...
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...onto the Internet using your access point and sets up a secure wireless connection. 99 The software automatically configures your current setup. www.gateway.com Setting up your wireless network Setting up your wireless network Setting up your wireless network involves three steps: 1 Make sure your ... make the necessary arrangements with your network. If you set up your wireless network, use the SecureEasySetup wizard on select notebook models that helps you change anything about any specific instructions you need to download viruses or view your access point and click the ...
...onto the Internet using your access point and sets up a secure wireless connection. 99 The software automatically configures your current setup. www.gateway.com Setting up your wireless network Setting up your wireless network Setting up your wireless network involves three steps: 1 Make sure your ... make the necessary arrangements with your network. If you set up your wireless network, use the SecureEasySetup wizard on select notebook models that helps you change anything about any specific instructions you need to download viruses or view your access point and click the ...
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...to recover a forgotten password. For information on the bottom of your notebook) in case of theft or loss, and keep your notebook to Gateway for someone else to recharge the battery. Be ready to claim your notebook as soon as it passes through the X-ray machine in security... checkpoints. ■ Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on conserving battery power, using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use the most efficient ...
...to recover a forgotten password. For information on the bottom of your notebook) in case of theft or loss, and keep your notebook to Gateway for someone else to recharge the battery. Be ready to claim your notebook as soon as it passes through the X-ray machine in security... checkpoints. ■ Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on conserving battery power, using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use the most efficient ...
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... display, especially when viewing and using the Media Center computer functions. The progressive scan picture is also brighter and easier on a newer model TV. ■ Type of sequential scan lines. You want to change display settings to get better TV or DVD image quality ■...or 2, Windows Media Player 9 or later, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. Progressive scan video displays a video frame with one at support.gateway.com. The Media Center saves recorded videos in a fuller, sharper picture and better display quality for the type of alternating scan lines. DVDs...
... display, especially when viewing and using the Media Center computer functions. The progressive scan picture is also brighter and easier on a newer model TV. ■ Type of sequential scan lines. You want to change display settings to get better TV or DVD image quality ■...or 2, Windows Media Player 9 or later, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. Progressive scan video displays a video frame with one at support.gateway.com. The Media Center saves recorded videos in a fuller, sharper picture and better display quality for the type of alternating scan lines. DVDs...
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www.gateway.com Index I i.Link port 54, 72 IEEE 1394 port 54, 72 IEEE 802.11 using while traveling 144 Inkball 11 installing devices 54, 149 digital ... 109 Internet Explorer 36 Outlook 36 Outlook Express 36 Windows Media Player 65 Windows Movie Maker 72 Wordpad 21 MIDI file 65 minimize button 10 model number 145 modem cable 37 dial-up 36, 144 DSL 37 international adapter 144 troubleshooting 157 monitor adding external 55 changing resolution 119 cleaning 133...
www.gateway.com Index I i.Link port 54, 72 IEEE 1394 port 54, 72 IEEE 802.11 using while traveling 144 Inkball 11 installing devices 54, 149 digital ... 109 Internet Explorer 36 Outlook 36 Outlook Express 36 Windows Media Player 65 Windows Movie Maker 72 Wordpad 21 MIDI file 65 minimize button 10 model number 145 modem cable 37 dial-up 36, 144 DSL 37 international adapter 144 troubleshooting 157 monitor adding external 55 changing resolution 119 cleaning 133...