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www.gateway.com Maximizing battery performance 63 Conserving battery power 63 Using alternate power sources 64 Changing power modes 64 Changing notebook power settings 66 Changing the power plan 66 Changing advanced settings 67 ... batteries 78 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 79 Recovering your system 79 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 80 Using Microsoft System Restore 86 Recovering your system to its factory condition 89 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD 90 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 93 Preventing static electricity discharge 94 Adding or replacing...
www.gateway.com Maximizing battery performance 63 Conserving battery power 63 Using alternate power sources 64 Changing power modes 64 Changing notebook power settings 66 Changing the power plan 66 Changing advanced settings 67 ... batteries 78 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 79 Recovering your system 79 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 80 Using Microsoft System Restore 86 Recovering your system to its factory condition 89 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD 90 Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook 93 Preventing static electricity discharge 94 Adding or replacing...
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... the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 61. 10 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. Slide to release the battery. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch Memory bay Customer care label Hard drive bay Online Support: Tech...
... the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 61. 10 For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. Slide to release the battery. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch Memory bay Customer care label Hard drive bay Online Support: Tech...
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...can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Warning Do not attempt to you use your notebook on page 62. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you partially ...charged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Allow three ...
...can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Warning Do not attempt to you use your notebook on page 62. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you partially ...charged. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Allow three ...
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...Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need to change the video standard. See "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 95 for accessories or supplies. Batteries If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want to increase your internal storage space, try replacing...of NTSC. Automobile/airplane power adapters With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you can save battery power by plugging your notebook into an automobile cigarette lighter or an airplane in all localities. See "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 61 for more memory.
...Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need to change the video standard. See "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 95 for accessories or supplies. Batteries If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want to increase your internal storage space, try replacing...of NTSC. Automobile/airplane power adapters With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you can save battery power by plugging your notebook into an automobile cigarette lighter or an airplane in all localities. See "Replacing the hard drive kit" on page 61 for more memory.
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...Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Changing the battery Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. The battery used batteries according to AC power you must turn off while changing the battery. Keep away from children. Discard used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Replace only with a battery... specifically manufactured for your notebook it snaps into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while the notebook is turned on and is not plugged into an...
...Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Changing the battery Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. The battery used batteries according to AC power you must turn off while changing the battery. Keep away from children. Discard used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Replace only with a battery... specifically manufactured for your notebook it snaps into an AC outlet, you can change the battery while the notebook is turned on and is not plugged into an...
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...keyboard, turn off your notebook and turn off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the wall outlets and remove the battery. Tip You may want to replace it. A replacement keyboard may need to occasionally open the memory bay door and remove dust and lint using an aerosol can be covered ...You should clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your notebook. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on components. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . Also, remove the...
...keyboard, turn off your notebook and turn off and unplugged, brush the dust away from the wall outlets and remove the battery. Tip You may want to replace it. A replacement keyboard may need to occasionally open the memory bay door and remove dust and lint using an aerosol can be covered ...You should clean the keyboard occasionally by air circulated through your notebook. Squirt a little water on the cloth (never directly on components. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . Also, remove the...
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...notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and remove the battery before opening the case. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Important Before installing or replacing components, you are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic..., and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Before installing or replacing components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Never slide components over any ...
...notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and remove the battery before opening the case. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Important Before installing or replacing components, you are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic..., and packing foam. • Remove components from their edges. Before installing or replacing components, follow these guidelines: • Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Never slide components over any ...
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...notebook and remove any slot. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 94. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small ... available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any PC Cards or Express Cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the...
...notebook and remove any slot. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 94. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small ... available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any PC Cards or Express Cards. 5 Turn your Gateway notebook. www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the...
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... so it into the empty memory slot. This module is marked with the tab in one direction. www.gateway.com 10 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 11 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be inserted in the memory bay. 12... Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 14 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 15 Connect the...
... so it into the empty memory slot. This module is marked with the tab in one direction. www.gateway.com 10 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 11 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be inserted in the memory bay. 12... Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 13 Replace the keyboard screw. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with a K. 14 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 15 Connect the...
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...want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. Hard drive kit To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook Replacing the hard drive kit... Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard drive. If you would like more information, see "Backing up , then remove the battery...
...want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. Hard drive kit To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook Replacing the hard drive kit... Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows Vista DVD to the new hard drive. If you would like more information, see "Backing up , then remove the battery...
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... Insert the new drive label side up onto the cover so the screw holes line up. 14 Replace the screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive cover. As part of the process you... may be prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 20 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any key on your notebook. 19 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from CD or DVD... cover to the drive. 15 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network ...
... Insert the new drive label side up onto the cover so the screw holes line up. 14 Replace the screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive cover. As part of the process you... may be prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 20 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any key on your notebook. 19 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from CD or DVD... cover to the drive. 15 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the cover screws. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network ...
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... connected to the AC power adapter. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay cover or hard drive... try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay cover or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. • Make sure that you...
... connected to the AC power adapter. • If you use a power strip or surge protector, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery before accessing internal components. • After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay cover or hard drive... try these safety guidelines: • Never remove the memory bay cover or hard drive bay cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. • Make sure that you...
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www.gateway.com Power Your notebook is not working on AC power • Make sure that the battery is calibrated correctly. Replace any damaged cables. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Recharging the battery" on • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage. For instructions on recalibrating...
www.gateway.com Power Your notebook is not working on AC power • Make sure that the battery is calibrated correctly. Replace any damaged cables. For more information about recharging the battery, see "Recharging the battery" on • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage. For instructions on recalibrating...
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...cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. • If your notebook. • Some notebooks have a replaceable CMOS battery on the system board. Your Gateway notebook is replaced incorrectly. Dispose of this notebook, it . • Do not spill anything to rest on it is turned off,...certified telecommunication line cord for ventilation. The plug on the notebook. Replace the battery with a three-wire power cord to make sure that the notebook is to install the appropriate outlet. • If you use Gateway products in areas classified as a radiator. • Set up...
...cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. • If your notebook. • Some notebooks have a replaceable CMOS battery on the system board. Your Gateway notebook is replaced incorrectly. Dispose of this notebook, it . • Do not spill anything to rest on it is turned off,...certified telecommunication line cord for ventilation. The plug on the notebook. Replace the battery with a three-wire power cord to make sure that the notebook is to install the appropriate outlet. • If you use Gateway products in areas classified as a radiator. • Set up...
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...troubleshooting 127 volume down button 28, 31 volume up button 27, 31 audio CD cleaning 79 inserting 43 automobile power adapter 56, 64 B battery alternate power sources 64 bay 61 calibrating 78 changing 61 charge indicator 6, 60 charge status 60 charging 16, 60 conserving power 63 extending life... 10 managing power 63 maximizing performance 63 monitoring charge 60 purchasing 56 recalibrating 62 recharging 16, 60 release latch 10 replacing 61 storing 78 troubleshooting 125 bays battery 61 hard drive 10 memory 10, 95 BIOS Setup utility 62 Bluetooth system key 26 turning off 26, 39 turning...
...troubleshooting 127 volume down button 28, 31 volume up button 27, 31 audio CD cleaning 79 inserting 43 automobile power adapter 56, 64 B battery alternate power sources 64 bay 61 calibrating 78 changing 61 charge indicator 6, 60 charge status 60 charging 16, 60 conserving power 63 extending life... 10 managing power 63 maximizing performance 63 monitoring charge 60 purchasing 56 recalibrating 62 recharging 16, 60 release latch 10 replacing 61 storing 78 troubleshooting 125 bays battery 61 hard drive 10 memory 10, 95 BIOS Setup utility 62 Bluetooth system key 26 turning off 26, 39 turning...
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... keys 24 G Gateway contact information 2 model number 2 serial number 2 Support 3 Gateway Recovery Center re-installing drivers 83 re-installing programs 83 re-installing software 83 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 23 installing 100 purchasing 56 replacing 100 troubleshooting 110 headphone... jack 6 Help button 33 Hibernate mode 21, 64 hot-swapping 45, 48 Hybrid Sleep mode 26, 65 system key 26 turning on 68 I i.Link port 8, 48 IEEE 1394 port 8, 48 IEEE 802.11 using while traveling 71 indicators See status indicators inkjet printer 57 installing battery...
... keys 24 G Gateway contact information 2 model number 2 serial number 2 Support 3 Gateway Recovery Center re-installing drivers 83 re-installing programs 83 re-installing software 83 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 23 installing 100 purchasing 56 replacing 100 troubleshooting 110 headphone... jack 6 Help button 33 Hibernate mode 21, 64 hot-swapping 45, 48 Hybrid Sleep mode 26, 65 system key 26 turning on 68 I i.Link port 8, 48 IEEE 1394 port 8, 48 IEEE 802.11 using while traveling 71 indicators See status indicators inkjet printer 57 installing battery...
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www.gateway.com K Kensington cable lock 72 lock slot 7 key combinations 26 ...25 wireless Ethernet 26 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 laser printer 57 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 77 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 106 LCD/CRT system key... Media Center troubleshooting 113 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 95 purchasing 56 removing 95 replacing 95 troubleshooting 116 memory card reader inserting card 44 locating 8 memory cards supported 44 removing card 45 troubleshooting 116...
www.gateway.com K Kensington cable lock 72 lock slot 7 key combinations 26 ...25 wireless Ethernet 26 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 serial number 2 laser printer 57 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 LCD panel cleaning 77 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 106 LCD/CRT system key... Media Center troubleshooting 113 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 95 purchasing 56 removing 95 replacing 95 troubleshooting 116 memory card reader inserting card 44 locating 8 memory cards supported 44 removing card 45 troubleshooting 116...
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...authorities 71 radio frequency wireless connections 71 RAM See memory rebooting notebook 22 recalibrating battery 62 recharging battery 60 recovering defaults 89 drivers 80 programs 80 software 80 system 79 Windows 80 with Gateway Recovery Center 83 with Windows DVD 90 with Windows System Restore 86 recovery ...installing defaults 89 drivers 80 programs 79, 80 software 79, 80 Windows 79, 80 with Gateway Recovery Center 83 with Windows DVD 90 with Windows System Restore 86 replacing See installing resetting notebook 22 restarting notebook 22 restoring defaults 89 drivers 80 programs 80 software ...
...authorities 71 radio frequency wireless connections 71 RAM See memory rebooting notebook 22 recalibrating battery 62 recharging battery 60 recovering defaults 89 drivers 80 programs 80 software 80 system 79 Windows 80 with Gateway Recovery Center 83 with Windows DVD 90 with Windows System Restore 86 recovery ...installing defaults 89 drivers 80 programs 79, 80 software 79, 80 Windows 79, 80 with Gateway Recovery Center 83 with Windows DVD 90 with Windows System Restore 86 replacing See installing resetting notebook 22 restarting notebook 22 restoring defaults 89 drivers 80 programs 80 software ...