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...Power Indicator Headphone jack Microphone jack Speaker S-video (optional) Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block Kensington™ lock slot Optical Drive 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY. Or connect your Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable (not included) if using dialup Internet access. Press the power button, then follow... jack ( ) if using high-speed access. With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it in for at least three hours the first time, so the battery will fully charge. 4 START THE NOTEBOOK. BACK Power connector Monitor port RIGHT IEEE 1394...
...Power Indicator Headphone jack Microphone jack Speaker S-video (optional) Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block Kensington™ lock slot Optical Drive 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY. Or connect your Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable (not included) if using dialup Internet access. Press the power button, then follow... jack ( ) if using high-speed access. With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it in for at least three hours the first time, so the battery will fully charge. 4 START THE NOTEBOOK. BACK Power connector Monitor port RIGHT IEEE 1394...
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www.gateway.com Contents Editing track information 71 Creating and editing videos 72 Editing videos 72 Transferring your video to your notebook 73 Editing your video 74 ... software features 87 Windows Media Player advanced features 87 CyberLink Power2Go advanced features 87 Chapter 8: Managing Power 89 Monitoring the battery charge 90 Recharging the battery 90 Extending battery life 90 Conserving battery power 90 Using alternate power sources 91 Changing power modes 91 Changing notebook power settings 92 Changing the power scheme 92...
www.gateway.com Contents Editing track information 71 Creating and editing videos 72 Editing videos 72 Transferring your video to your notebook 73 Editing your video 74 ... software features 87 Windows Media Player advanced features 87 CyberLink Power2Go advanced features 87 Chapter 8: Managing Power 89 Monitoring the battery charge 90 Recharging the battery 90 Extending battery life 90 Conserving battery power 90 Using alternate power sources 91 Changing power modes 91 Changing notebook power settings 92 Changing the power scheme 92...
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www.gateway.com Contents Scheduling maintenance tasks 139 Moving from Your Old Computer 139 Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 139 Transferring files 140 Transferring Internet ... connections 144 Files 145 Security 145 Power 145 Additional tips 146 Chapter 14: Troubleshooting 147 Safety guidelines 148 First steps 148 Troubleshooting 148 Audio 148 Battery 148 CD drives 148 Device installation 149 Diskette drive 149 Display 150 DVD drives 151 File management 152 Hard drive 153 Internet 153 Keyboard 154...
www.gateway.com Contents Scheduling maintenance tasks 139 Moving from Your Old Computer 139 Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 139 Transferring files 140 Transferring Internet ... connections 144 Files 145 Security 145 Power 145 Additional tips 146 Chapter 14: Troubleshooting 147 Safety guidelines 148 First steps 148 Troubleshooting 148 Audio 148 Battery 148 CD drives 148 Device installation 149 Diskette drive 149 Display 150 DVD drives 151 File management 152 Hard drive 153 Internet 153 Keyboard 154...
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...support in good operating condition. This design provides you will be pleased with optimized battery life when on battery power. to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to help you are sure that you with maximum ...balanced with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new Gateway notebook for years to come. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at Gateway. Thank you will provide you for a greater battery life experience. Please read this manual carefully to provide best-of ...
...support in good operating condition. This design provides you will be pleased with optimized battery life when on battery power. to familiarize yourself with the best product possible. Gateway stands behind our value proposition to help you are sure that you with maximum ...balanced with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new Gateway notebook for years to come. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at Gateway. Thank you will provide you for a greater battery life experience. Please read this manual carefully to provide best-of ...
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www.gateway.com Traveling securely BigFix Your notebook may ask you to turn on your notebook. ■ Have your notebook hand-inspected or sent through the x-ray ... your insurance company and credit card company to learn about emergency travel assistance if your notebook is lost or damaged. 51 Be ready to your battery before you in a safe place. Also, tape your business card or an address label to claim your notebook as soon as it alerts you can...
www.gateway.com Traveling securely BigFix Your notebook may ask you to turn on your notebook. ■ Have your notebook hand-inspected or sent through the x-ray ... your insurance company and credit card company to learn about emergency travel assistance if your notebook is lost or damaged. 51 Be ready to your battery before you in a safe place. Also, tape your business card or an address label to claim your notebook as soon as it alerts you can...
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CHAPTER 8 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 89
CHAPTER 8 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 89
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... "Changing notebook power settings" on page 92. Closely monitor the battery charge. For more information about using the battery to AC power. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Monitoring the battery charge Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. Your notebook uses...
... "Changing notebook power settings" on page 92. Closely monitor the battery charge. For more information about using the battery to AC power. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Monitoring the battery charge Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. Your notebook uses...
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...Using power saving modes Always save to disk) writes all memory information to most devices except memory. mode 91 For more information, see "Recharging the battery" on taking your notebook is ... ...and you turn off the power to the hard drive, then turns the power completely off . If your ...) for them next to support pillars, in memory is lost. In Standby mode, your notebook) or power inverter. www.gateway.com Extending battery life ■ Use the CD or DVD drive only when necessary. Exit Standby or Hibernate Press the power button. Enter Hibernate mode(must ...
...Using power saving modes Always save to disk) writes all memory information to most devices except memory. mode 91 For more information, see "Recharging the battery" on taking your notebook is ... ...and you turn off the power to the hard drive, then turns the power completely off . If your ...) for them next to support pillars, in memory is lost. In Standby mode, your notebook) or power inverter. www.gateway.com Extending battery life ■ Use the CD or DVD drive only when necessary. Exit Standby or Hibernate Press the power button. Enter Hibernate mode(must ...
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Type the keyword power scheme in your notebook may use Intel® SpeedStep™ technology to conserve battery power. You can customize power settings from the Windows Control Panel by selecting power schemes, setting power alarms, adjusting advanced ...Your notebook's default settings operate the processor at reduced speed (which uses less power) while using battery power. If your notebook. The Control Panel window opens. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings You can change the function of your notebook's power button, Standby system...
Type the keyword power scheme in your notebook may use Intel® SpeedStep™ technology to conserve battery power. You can customize power settings from the Windows Control Panel by selecting power schemes, setting power alarms, adjusting advanced ...Your notebook's default settings operate the processor at reduced speed (which uses less power) while using battery power. If your notebook. The Control Panel window opens. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings You can change the function of your notebook's power button, Standby system...
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Alarms can alert you want. - www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings 3 Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, then click the power scheme you when the battery charge is in the Search box, then click the arrow. Changing alarm options Help and Support For more information about changing the...
Alarms can alert you want. - www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings 3 Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, then click the power scheme you when the battery charge is in the Search box, then click the arrow. Changing alarm options Help and Support For more information about changing the...
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...damage to extreme temperature changes. Damage due to either extreme is on because data on top of time, unplug AC power and remove the battery after it is safest at its best. If these items and put together a notebook cleaning kit: ■ A soft, lint-free ...not covered under your warranty. As a general rule, your notebook is partially discharged. CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com Caring for your notebook Tips & Tricks If your notebook has two batteries: To partially discharge the main battery, remove the secondary battery after discharging it partway.
...damage to extreme temperature changes. Damage due to either extreme is on because data on top of time, unplug AC power and remove the battery after it is safest at its best. If these items and put together a notebook cleaning kit: ■ A soft, lint-free ...not covered under your warranty. As a general rule, your notebook is partially discharged. CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com Caring for your notebook Tips & Tricks If your notebook has two batteries: To partially discharge the main battery, remove the secondary battery after discharging it partway.
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...made of specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by using an aerosol can damage the finish on components. Also, remove the battery(ies) before cleaning any components. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Use a ...your notebook. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with a damp cloth. www.gateway.com Protecting your notebook from viruses Warning When you shut down your notebook, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through...
...made of specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by using an aerosol can damage the finish on components. Also, remove the battery(ies) before cleaning any components. Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by abrasive or ammonia-based glass cleaners. Use a ...your notebook. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on the screen), and wipe the screen with a damp cloth. www.gateway.com Protecting your notebook from viruses Warning When you shut down your notebook, the power turns off, but some electrical current still flows through...
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Traveling by air ■ Charge the battery in case airport security asks you to your trip for general wireless regulatory guidelines. ■ Wireless communication can connect to pack those you can interfere ... notebook ■ Remove all wireless devices while in an airplane. Secure it in overhead bins and car trunks. CHAPTER 13: Traveling with Your Notebook www.gateway.com Packing your wireless IEEE 802.11 device, press FN + F2. Do not pack it to communicate. If you are traveling internationally. A list of a wireless...
Traveling by air ■ Charge the battery in case airport security asks you to your trip for general wireless regulatory guidelines. ■ Wireless communication can connect to pack those you can interfere ... notebook ■ Remove all wireless devices while in an airplane. Secure it in overhead bins and car trunks. CHAPTER 13: Traveling with Your Notebook www.gateway.com Packing your wireless IEEE 802.11 device, press FN + F2. Do not pack it to communicate. If you are traveling internationally. A list of a wireless...
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... notebook from power surges. ■ To get the best performance from your notebook while traveling, set using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see your notebook to Gateway for service. The password feature is very secure, with you while waiting in a safe place. Avoid working files from your desktop computer...
... notebook from power surges. ■ To get the best performance from your notebook while traveling, set using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see your notebook to Gateway for service. The password feature is very secure, with you while waiting in a safe place. Avoid working files from your desktop computer...
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...not full. ■ If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. The message may help . Troubleshooting Audio Battery CD drives 148 Audio troubleshooting is covered under "Power" on page 165. Instead, unplug your notebook and contact a qualified computer technician. Type... device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that it is turned on page 151. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your notebook ...
...not full. ■ If an error message appears on the screen, write down the exact message. The message may help . Troubleshooting Audio Battery CD drives 148 Audio troubleshooting is covered under "Power" on page 165. Instead, unplug your notebook and contact a qualified computer technician. Type... device (such as a keyboard or mouse) does not work, make sure that it is turned on page 151. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Safety guidelines Warning Do not try these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover while your notebook ...
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...working device, such as Default Printer. 164 Many printers have selected it is connected to is fully recharged. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Power Tips & Tricks For instructions on recalibrating your notebook. Your notebook is not working on ■ Make sure that you...instructions on , and working correctly. For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. If your battery(ies), see "Recharging the battery" on page 90. ■ Make sure that the power cable is in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2...
...working device, such as Default Printer. 164 Many printers have selected it is connected to is fully recharged. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Power Tips & Tricks For instructions on recalibrating your notebook. Your notebook is not working on ■ Make sure that you...instructions on , and working correctly. For more information about printer troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. If your battery(ies), see "Recharging the battery" on page 90. ■ Make sure that the power cable is in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2...
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...Gateway notebook is designed and tested to rest on it is important that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ When the notebook is in areas classified as a radiator. ■ Set up the notebook on the products plugged into a grounding-type outlet. Replace the battery...with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Such areas include patient care areas of explosion if the CMOS battery is a safety feature. Setting up your work surface. ■ The notebook should be operated only from the wall ...
...Gateway notebook is designed and tested to rest on it is important that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ When the notebook is in areas classified as a radiator. ■ Set up the notebook on the products plugged into a grounding-type outlet. Replace the battery...with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Such areas include patient care areas of explosion if the CMOS battery is a safety feature. Setting up your work surface. ■ The notebook should be operated only from the wall ...
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... library 71 cleaning 133 editing track information 71 playing 66 automobile power adapter 91 AVI file 65 B background 121 backing up files 138 battery alternate power sources 91 charge indicator 90 charge status 90 charging 90 conserving power 90 icons 90 managing power 90 monitoring charge 90 recharging... 90 battery alarm options 93 BigFix 6, 51 starting 134 using 134 Bluetooth 144 broadband Internet connection 36 browser Web 36, 37 browsing for files ...
... library 71 cleaning 133 editing track information 71 playing 66 automobile power adapter 91 AVI file 65 B background 121 backing up files 138 battery alternate power sources 91 charge indicator 90 charge status 90 charging 90 conserving power 90 icons 90 managing power 90 monitoring charge 90 recharging... 90 battery alarm options 93 BigFix 6, 51 starting 134 using 134 Bluetooth 144 broadband Internet connection 36 browser Web 36, 37 browsing for files ...
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Index www.gateway.com PC Card troubleshooting 163 pen button 12 calibrating 11, 163 gestures 12 tips 12 troubleshooting 163 peripheral devices 54 playing audio CD 66 audio ..., 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 and folders 17 programs 31 system...
Index www.gateway.com PC Card troubleshooting 163 pen button 12 calibrating 11, 163 gestures 12 tips 12 troubleshooting 163 peripheral devices 54 playing audio CD 66 audio ..., 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 and folders 17 programs 31 system...
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www.gateway.com Index startup password 145 status indicators battery charge 90 toggle on or off 165 troubleshooting 165 Sticky Notes 11 Support using 3 S-Video...pen 12 title bar 10 touchpad changing settings 124 TPM 43 training CD 168 classroom 168 Gateway Learning Libraries 168 Learn With Gateway 168 transferring files from Internet 39 files from old computer 139, 140 Internet settings from ... WAV file 65 Web browser 36, 37 Web page 37 Web site 37 connecting to 38 downloading files 39 Gateway 2 window 10 close button 10 closing 10, 24 maximize button 10 menu bar 10 minimize button 10 title bar...
www.gateway.com Index startup password 145 status indicators battery charge 90 toggle on or off 165 troubleshooting 165 Sticky Notes 11 Support using 3 S-Video...pen 12 title bar 10 touchpad changing settings 124 TPM 43 training CD 168 classroom 168 Gateway Learning Libraries 168 Learn With Gateway 168 transferring files from Internet 39 files from old computer 139, 140 Internet settings from ... WAV file 65 Web browser 36, 37 Web page 37 Web site 37 connecting to 38 downloading files 39 Gateway 2 window 10 close button 10 closing 10, 24 maximize button 10 menu bar 10 minimize button 10 title bar...