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... monitor for a presentation . . . . 53 Viewing the display on a television 54 Adjusting the television display settings 55 Ordering accessories 56 Chapter 5: Managing Power 59 Monitoring the battery charge 60 Recharging the battery 60 Changing the battery 61 Recalibrating the battery 62 Extending battery life 63 ii
... monitor for a presentation . . . . 53 Viewing the display on a television 54 Adjusting the television display settings 55 Ordering accessories 56 Chapter 5: Managing Power 59 Monitoring the battery charge 60 Recharging the battery 60 Changing the battery 61 Recalibrating the battery 62 Extending battery life 63 ii
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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 ... Caring for your notebook 76 Cleaning your notebook 76 Cleaning the exterior 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cleaning the notebook screen 77 Maintaining the battery 78 Storing 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...
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 ... Caring for your notebook 76 Cleaning your notebook 76 Cleaning the exterior 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cleaning the notebook screen 77 Maintaining the battery 78 Storing 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...
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Contents Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 103 Safety guidelines 104 First steps 104 Troubleshooting 105 Audio 105 Battery 105 CD drives 105 Diskette drive (external 105 Display 106 DVD drives 107 Ethernet 109 Express Cards 109 File management 110 Hard drive 110 Internet ... (wireless 122 Passwords 124 PC Cards 124 Power 125 Printer 125 Sound 127 Status indicators 127 Touchpad 127 Video 128 Telephone support 128 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 128 Appendix A: Legal Information 131 Index 141 iv
Contents Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 103 Safety guidelines 104 First steps 104 Troubleshooting 105 Audio 105 Battery 105 CD drives 105 Diskette drive (external 105 Display 106 DVD drives 107 Ethernet 109 Express Cards 109 File management 110 Hard drive 110 Internet ... (wireless 122 Passwords 124 PC Cards 124 Power 125 Printer 125 Sound 127 Status indicators 127 Touchpad 127 Video 128 Telephone support 128 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 128 Appendix A: Legal Information 131 Index 141 iv
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... ■ LED blinking - The built-in microphone is turned off while an external microphone is very low. ■ LED solid red - Battery is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Plug a microphone into this jack. Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. 6 Provide ...audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are plugged into this jack. Battery is malfunctioning. Notebook is in . ■ LED blue - Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook LCD panel release latch Speaker ...
... ■ LED blinking - The built-in microphone is turned off while an external microphone is very low. ■ LED solid red - Battery is fully charged. ■ LED purple - Plug a microphone into this jack. Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. 6 Provide ...audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are plugged into this jack. Battery is malfunctioning. Notebook is in . ■ LED blue - Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook LCD panel release latch Speaker ...
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For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 100. Slide to release the battery. Memory modules are located in this bay. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch Memory bay Customer care ... Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Component Icon Hard drive bay Customer Care label Memory bay Battery latch Battery Battery lock Description The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit...
For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 2. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 100. Slide to release the battery. Memory modules are located in this bay. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Bottom Battery Battery lock Battery latch Memory bay Customer care ... Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Component Icon Hard drive bay Customer Care label Memory bay Battery latch Battery Battery lock Description The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Replacing the hard drive kit...
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.... The replacement cord must be recalibrated. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to fully charge the battery. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you expect. Caution Make sure that...
.... The replacement cord must be recalibrated. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to fully charge the battery. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Important If the battery is not fully charged before you expect. Caution Make sure that...
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... indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on page 6 for the first time, turn on, complete the following steps until the battery charge indicator turns blue. If the battery charge indicator does not turn off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to your notebook's power connector. 3 ...it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook for the location of the battery charge indicator). Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off. • Make sure the power ...
... indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on page 6 for the first time, turn on, complete the following steps until the battery charge indicator turns blue. If the battery charge indicator does not turn off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to your notebook's power connector. 3 ...it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook for the location of the battery charge indicator). Important If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off. • Make sure the power ...
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... notebook into hibernation: • Click (Start), click the arrow next to the lock icon, then click Shut Down. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it . 2.
... notebook into hibernation: • Click (Start), click the arrow next to the lock icon, then click Shut Down. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it . 2.
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... display to decrease the brightness below the normal lowest brightness setting. Play or pause the CD or DVD. FN, then press this feature will affect battery performance. Decrease the brightness of the display. Increase the LCD panel brightness above the F8 normal brightest setting. Skip back one CD track or DVD...
... display to decrease the brightness below the normal lowest brightness setting. Play or pause the CD or DVD. FN, then press this feature will affect battery performance. Decrease the brightness of the display. Increase the LCD panel brightness above the F8 normal brightest setting. Skip back one CD track or DVD...
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... Memory Large programs, such as necessary. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need to buy an additional battery so you want to change the video standard. Hard drives If you can save battery power by plugging your notebook on page 100 for...flight power receptacle. Tip If you may need additional space for more information about using an additional battery. Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit www.gateway.com. See "Changing the battery" on page 95 for extended periods, you are running more information. 56 For example, many ...
... Memory Large programs, such as necessary. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need to buy an additional battery so you want to change the video standard. Hard drives If you can save battery power by plugging your notebook on page 100 for...flight power receptacle. Tip If you may need additional space for more information about using an additional battery. Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit www.gateway.com. See "Changing the battery" on page 95 for extended periods, you are running more information. 56 For example, many ...
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CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Changing the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 59
CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Changing the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 59
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CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to recalibrate the battery. To monitor the battery charge: • Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. This design provides you may need to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. Tip For more...
CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to recalibrate the battery. To monitor the battery charge: • Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar. This design provides you may need to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. Tip For more...
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... not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is on . www.gateway.com Changing the battery Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Caution If your Gateway notebook. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Keep away...
... not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is on . www.gateway.com Changing the battery Warning Danger of used batteries promptly. Caution If your Gateway notebook. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Keep away...
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...exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. Important If, after completing this procedure, the battery charge indicator still does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. 62 The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you must start the process over... If recalibration is not low, you see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. To recalibrate the battery: 1 Connect your notebook to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 As soon as it but the battery charge is interrupted, you the progress. If ...
...exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. Important If, after completing this procedure, the battery charge indicator still does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on page 2. 62 The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you must start the process over... If recalibration is not low, you see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. To recalibrate the battery: 1 Connect your notebook to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 As soon as it but the battery charge is interrupted, you the progress. If ...
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... IEEE 1394 and USB devices. • Remove PC Cards or Express Cards when you initially condition (fully charge and discharge) your notebook. www.gateway.com Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum power savings. The display stays off until you are not using the...wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is not in use. • Use the notebook touchpad instead of use the battery at least once a month, even if it reach its maximum rated capacity. Tip For more information about using power plans, see "Changing notebook power...
... IEEE 1394 and USB devices. • Remove PC Cards or Express Cards when you initially condition (fully charge and discharge) your notebook. www.gateway.com Extending battery life Maximizing battery performance To get maximum power savings. The display stays off until you are not using the...wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display as low as is not in use. • Use the notebook touchpad instead of use the battery at least once a month, even if it reach its maximum rated capacity. Tip For more information about using power plans, see "Changing notebook power...
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... traveling with Your Notebook" on page 60. Tip For more information, see "Traveling with your notebook, see "Recharging the battery" on page 69. Save the battery for times when you cannot use an airplane/ automobile power adapter or power inverter. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power • Copy programs...is in large areas such as the display and drives, turn on taking your notebook, it switches to the hard drive, then turns your notebook's battery: • Sleep - This drive uses a large amount of your notebook completely off . • Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes...
... traveling with Your Notebook" on page 60. Tip For more information, see "Traveling with your notebook, see "Recharging the battery" on page 69. Save the battery for times when you cannot use an airplane/ automobile power adapter or power inverter. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power • Copy programs...is in large areas such as the display and drives, turn on taking your notebook, it switches to the hard drive, then turns your notebook's battery: • Sleep - This drive uses a large amount of your notebook completely off . • Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes...
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... notebook. Your programs may not last as long as when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver - CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Changing notebook power settings You can change the function of the defined power plans ... period of power settings) let you change the power plan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Your battery may run slower than you are accustomed to under the other two power plans. You can select one of your notebook's power button, Sleep...
... notebook. Your programs may not last as long as when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver - CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Changing notebook power settings You can change the function of the defined power plans ... period of power settings) let you change the power plan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Your battery may run slower than you are accustomed to under the other two power plans. You can select one of your notebook's power button, Sleep...
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... settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. To turn on the left side of Allow hybrid sleep. 4 Change the values to On for On battery and Plugged in front of the screen that you are not tied to change. The top three settings are using. The bottom three settings modify...
... settings, click Start, then click Help and Support. To turn on the left side of Allow hybrid sleep. 4 Change the values to On for On battery and Plugged in front of the screen that you are not tied to change. The top three settings are using. The bottom three settings modify...
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... Cards, peripheral devices, and cables. A list of your usual calling area. Traveling by air • Do not check your notebook as luggage. • Charge the battery in the aircraft. Do not pack it through the X-ray scanner, but never carry it in overhead bins and car trunks. Remember to pack those...
... Cards, peripheral devices, and cables. A list of your usual calling area. Traveling by air • Do not check your notebook as luggage. • Charge the battery in the aircraft. Do not pack it through the X-ray scanner, but never carry it in overhead bins and car trunks. Remember to pack those...
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www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, ...power surges. • To get the best performance from your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see "Managing Power" on . • Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally. ... If you plan to use the most efficient power management settings. For information on conserving battery power, using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use several USB peripheral devices, take power plug adapters. • Take ...
www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, ...power surges. • To get the best performance from your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see "Managing Power" on . • Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally. ... If you plan to use the most efficient power management settings. For information on conserving battery power, using the battery whenever possible, monitor the battery charge, and use several USB peripheral devices, take power plug adapters. • Take ...