Gateway Quick Start Guide for Windows 7
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...on the road, it is used for the country where the computer was purchased. Note: Although the battery is normal, but may reduce the initial battery charge. Battery Life Battery life depends on how the computer is important to extend the life of the computer can be authorized ...by clicking on AC power. Extending Battery Life While on the AC adapter. Turning down the screen brightness extends battery life (most computers...
...on the road, it is used for the country where the computer was purchased. Note: Although the battery is normal, but may reduce the initial battery charge. Battery Life Battery life depends on how the computer is important to extend the life of the computer can be authorized ...by clicking on AC power. Extending Battery Life While on the AC adapter. Turning down the screen brightness extends battery life (most computers...
Gateway NV50 Series User's Reference Guide - Canada/French
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... on a projector, monitor, or television 50 Adjusting the display properties 52 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation 53 Chapter 5: Managing Power 55 Monitoring the battery charge 56 Recharging the battery 56 Changing batteries 57 Extending battery life 58 Maximizing battery performance 58 Conserving battery power 58 Using alternate power sources 60 Changing power modes 60 ii
... on a projector, monitor, or television 50 Adjusting the display properties 52 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation 53 Chapter 5: Managing Power 55 Monitoring the battery charge 56 Recharging the battery 56 Changing batteries 57 Extending battery life 58 Maximizing battery performance 58 Conserving battery power 58 Using alternate power sources 60 Changing power modes 60 ii
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... of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Capacitive touch keys Press to AC power or the battery charge is fully charged. ❥ LED blinking orange - Power indicator ❥ LED on page 34. 12 Battery charge indicator ❥ LED orange - CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Description Speakers... right speakers deliver stereo audio output. For more information, see "Using the capacitive touch keys" on - Battery charge is used. Battery is very low. Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to access capacitive touch key function.
... of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Capacitive touch keys Press to AC power or the battery charge is fully charged. ❥ LED blinking orange - Power indicator ❥ LED on page 34. 12 Battery charge indicator ❥ LED orange - CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Description Speakers... right speakers deliver stereo audio output. For more information, see "Using the capacitive touch keys" on - Battery charge is used. Battery is very low. Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to access capacitive touch key function.
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..., then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on page 6 for the location of the battery charge indicator). If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook's power connector.... 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 19 www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the ...
..., then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on page 6 for the location of the battery charge indicator). If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook's power connector.... 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 19 www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the ...
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... the power cord and the modem connection. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. Protect your notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns orange and stop blinking. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting ...Started 4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on ...
... the power cord and the modem connection. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. Protect your notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns orange and stop blinking. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting ...Started 4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on ...
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www.gateway.com Indicator Icon Description Caps lock ❥ LED on - Notebook is connected to AC power. Notebook is turned on . ❥ LED blinking - Caps lock is ..., and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port. Battery is fully charged. ❥ LED red - Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Battery charge indicator ❥ LED blue...
www.gateway.com Indicator Icon Description Caps lock ❥ LED on - Notebook is connected to AC power. Notebook is turned on . ❥ LED blinking - Caps lock is ..., and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port. Battery is fully charged. ❥ LED red - Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Battery charge indicator ❥ LED blue...
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CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Changing batteries • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 55
CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Changing batteries • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 55
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... is designed to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on battery power. Tip For more information about recalibrating the battery, see "Front" on page 58. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is connected to AC power. This design provides you may need...
... is designed to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on battery power. Tip For more information about recalibrating the battery, see "Front" on page 58. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is connected to AC power. This design provides you may need...
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... to protect your notebook from power surges. • To get the best performance from your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see "Managing Power" on boot, then press ENTER. 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes...the user password you are traveling internationally, take power plug adapters. • Take a portable surge protector to recharge the battery. www.gateway.com Important You must enter the User Password each time you turn on your notebook if it was put in hibernate mode.
... to protect your notebook from power surges. • To get the best performance from your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see "Managing Power" on boot, then press ENTER. 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes...the user password you are traveling internationally, take power plug adapters. • Take a portable surge protector to recharge the battery. www.gateway.com Important You must enter the User Password each time you turn on your notebook if it was put in hibernate mode.
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... will be used every three to store it with an electrical outlet, the automatic battery charger no longer keeps the battery charged. Do not use one charged up the battery, then store it . If you store a battery for years, they may not work when you decide to the edge, not around... sure that it is running on AC power, the battery constantly charges, even though it is fully charged and you want to four weeks, the battery could fully discharge because the battery circuitry itself consumes power. www.gateway.com Storing batteries Do not charge up and ready to go, if you buy old stock...
... will be used every three to store it with an electrical outlet, the automatic battery charger no longer keeps the battery charged. Do not use one charged up the battery, then store it . If you store a battery for years, they may not work when you decide to the edge, not around... sure that it is running on AC power, the battery constantly charges, even though it is fully charged and you want to four weeks, the battery could fully discharge because the battery circuitry itself consumes power. www.gateway.com Storing batteries Do not charge up and ready to go, if you buy old stock...
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... 82 replacing See installing resetting notebook 25 restarting notebook 25 restoring defaults 84 drivers 78, 81 programs 78, 81 software 78, 81 system 78 with Gateway Recovery Center 81 with Windows System Restore 82 right-clicking 34 S safety avoiding repetitive strain 18 caring for notebook 74 general precautions 118 guidelines for..., 38 troubleshooting 113 Speakers 12 speakers jack 7 SpeedStep technology 62 starting notebook 23 programs 34 startup password 70 status indicator wireless Ethernet 26 status indicators battery charge 27, 56 Caps Lock 27 drive activity 26 hard drive 26 135
... 82 replacing See installing resetting notebook 25 restarting notebook 25 restoring defaults 84 drivers 78, 81 programs 78, 81 software 78, 81 system 78 with Gateway Recovery Center 81 with Windows System Restore 82 right-clicking 34 S safety avoiding repetitive strain 18 caring for notebook 74 general precautions 118 guidelines for..., 38 troubleshooting 113 Speakers 12 speakers jack 7 SpeedStep technology 62 starting notebook 23 programs 34 startup password 70 status indicator wireless Ethernet 26 status indicators battery charge 27, 56 Caps Lock 27 drive activity 26 hard drive 26 135
Gateway NV50 Series User's Reference Guide - English
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... on a projector, monitor, or television 50 Adjusting the display properties 52 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation 53 Chapter 5: Managing Power 55 Monitoring the battery charge 56 Recharging the battery 56 Changing batteries 57 Extending battery life 58 Maximizing battery performance 58 Conserving battery power 58 Using alternate power sources 60 Changing power modes 60 ii
... on a projector, monitor, or television 50 Adjusting the display properties 52 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation 53 Chapter 5: Managing Power 55 Monitoring the battery charge 56 Recharging the battery 56 Changing batteries 57 Extending battery life 58 Maximizing battery performance 58 Conserving battery power 58 Using alternate power sources 60 Changing power modes 60 ii
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... how the keyboard is malfunctioning. Touchpad Provides all the features of a mouse. Capacitive touch keys Press to AC power or the battery charge is off - Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Important: This LED only lights up when your... notebook is connected to access capacitive touch key function. For more information, see "Using the capacitive touch keys" on page 31. Battery charge indicator ❥ LED orange - For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 34. 12 For more information,...
... how the keyboard is malfunctioning. Touchpad Provides all the features of a mouse. Capacitive touch keys Press to AC power or the battery charge is off - Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Important: This LED only lights up when your... notebook is connected to access capacitive touch key function. For more information, see "Using the capacitive touch keys" on page 31. Battery charge indicator ❥ LED orange - For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 34. 12 For more information,...
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If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 19 www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 ...Connect the AC adapter to your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on...
If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 19 www.gateway.com To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 ...Connect the AC adapter to your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on...
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...Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Warning High voltages can enter your notebook and avoid electrical shock, use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to AC power until the battery charge... problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your notebook can use a surge protector. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off your notebook and leave your notebook. To protect your notebook through both the surge protector and the modem...
...Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. Warning High voltages can enter your notebook and avoid electrical shock, use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to AC power until the battery charge... problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your notebook can use a surge protector. Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn off your notebook and leave your notebook. To protect your notebook through both the surge protector and the modem...
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... keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port. Notebook is charging. Battery charge indicator ❥ LED blue - www.gateway.com Indicator Icon Description Caps lock ❥ LED on - Battery is on . ❥ LED off . Power indicator ❥ LED on - Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size...
... keypad. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port. Notebook is charging. Battery charge indicator ❥ LED blue - www.gateway.com Indicator Icon Description Caps lock ❥ LED on - Battery is on . ❥ LED off . Power indicator ❥ LED on - Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size...
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CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Changing batteries • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 55
CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Changing batteries • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 55
Gateway NV50 Series User's Reference Guide - English
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... cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. Recharging the battery The battery recharges while it is installed and your battery charge indicator displays what looks like an inaccurate charge, you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on . 56 CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is connected...
... cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. Recharging the battery The battery recharges while it is installed and your battery charge indicator displays what looks like an inaccurate charge, you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on . 56 CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is connected...
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... battery. www.gateway.com Important You must enter the User Password each time you turn on your notebook if it was put in hibernate mode. You do not need to enter the User Password if your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge... step 3. • Review the information in "Protecting your notebook" in Sleep mode. 4 Highlight Password on conserving battery power, using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use the most efficient power management settings. Power • Take your AC power adapter to protect your notebook...
... battery. www.gateway.com Important You must enter the User Password each time you turn on your notebook if it was put in hibernate mode. You do not need to enter the User Password if your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge... step 3. • Review the information in "Protecting your notebook" in Sleep mode. 4 Highlight Password on conserving battery power, using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use the most efficient power management settings. Power • Take your AC power adapter to protect your notebook...
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...is wrapped protectively and that it is running on AC power, the battery constantly charges, even though it . Caution When the battery is fully charged and you plan to run on it has a full charge. www.gateway.com Storing batteries Do not charge up and ready to the edge, not around in a circle, ...using it in the notebook and the notebook is sold at clearance prices. If the battery is in the...
...is wrapped protectively and that it is running on AC power, the battery constantly charges, even though it . Caution When the battery is fully charged and you plan to run on it has a full charge. www.gateway.com Storing batteries Do not charge up and ready to the edge, not around in a circle, ...using it in the notebook and the notebook is sold at clearance prices. If the battery is in the...