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...address or telephone number shown on the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. in . • Press FN+F1 to your notebook, then plug it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be ...brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007...
...address or telephone number shown on the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. in . • Press FN+F1 to your notebook, then plug it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be ...brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007...
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... replaced. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of your notebook. Warning Danger of their respective companies. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Replace... only with a battery specifically manufactured for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of explosion if the battery is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked...
... replaced. The battery used in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of your notebook. Warning Danger of their respective companies. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Replace... only with a battery specifically manufactured for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of explosion if the battery is facing up. 3 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked...
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... the label on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook are ready to a bare metal part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Do not lay components on the bottom of your workbench or other... Model: S/No: DVD drive Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Warning To avoid exposure to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 7 Turn your notebook over . 13 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. ...
... the label on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook are ready to a bare metal part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Do not lay components on the bottom of your workbench or other... Model: S/No: DVD drive Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Warning To avoid exposure to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 7 Turn your notebook over . 13 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. ...
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... hard drive bay cover using RAID. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 4 Turn off your notebook. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are ready to a bare metal part of their edges. in your notebook. Avoid touching the edge connectors. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in the United States and other...
... hard drive bay cover using RAID. 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 4 Turn off your notebook. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are ready to a bare metal part of their edges. in your notebook. Avoid touching the edge connectors. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in the United States and other...
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...that came with your drive regarding partitioning and formatting the drive, then go to Step 23. 21 Turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. If your notebook does not use RAID and the drive you may be prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 23 Reconnect all...an optional RAID" in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Replacing the hard drive 2 11 Using the plastic tab, slide the old hard ...
...that came with your drive regarding partitioning and formatting the drive, then go to Step 23. 21 Turn on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. If your notebook does not use RAID and the drive you may be prompted to insert your Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. 23 Reconnect all...an optional RAID" in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. Replacing the hard drive 2 11 Using the plastic tab, slide the old hard ...
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... screws from the inside of their respective companies. All other countries. All rights reserved. Avoid touching the edge connectors. in your notebook. Replacing the keyboard Replacing the keyboard Tools You need a small Phillips and a small flat-blade screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and... cables from their edges. Screw Long screw Screw Screw Screw 13 Lift the back edge of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of the keyboard slightly, then slowly slide ...
... screws from the inside of their respective companies. All other countries. All rights reserved. Avoid touching the edge connectors. in your notebook. Replacing the keyboard Replacing the keyboard Tools You need a small Phillips and a small flat-blade screwdriver to dangerous electrical voltages and... cables from their edges. Screw Long screw Screw Screw Screw 13 Lift the back edge of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of the keyboard slightly, then slowly slide ...
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... and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Clip 15 Place the new keyboard keys-down on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. The cover is correctly mounted when you can run you . ...16 Make sure the beige keyboard connector clip is fully moved toward the back of your notebook over so the bottom is flat all the way across ...
... and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Clip 15 Place the new keyboard keys-down on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. The cover is correctly mounted when you can run you . ...16 Make sure the beige keyboard connector clip is fully moved toward the back of your notebook over so the bottom is flat all the way across ...
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... a module, gently press outward on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook are ready to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in the United States and other grounded...before replacing a component. Avoid touching the edge connectors. in your notebook. Thumb notch Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your ...
... a module, gently press outward on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook are ready to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in the United States and other grounded...before replacing a component. Avoid touching the edge connectors. in your notebook. Thumb notch Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in your ...
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... respective companies. in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with...new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be inserted in one direction. All other countries. See your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 15 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. This module...
... respective companies. in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with...new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it can only be inserted in one direction. All other countries. See your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 15 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. This module...
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... connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on your notebook over so the bottom is facing up . Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Do not lay components on the bottom of the...electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by lifting the back corners of Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in a safe place. Be careful not to use them in your notebook, then slide the cable out of your workbench or other brands and product...
... connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on your notebook over so the bottom is facing up . Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Do not lay components on the bottom of the...electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by lifting the back corners of Gateway, Inc. For more information, see "Changing Batteries" in a safe place. Be careful not to use them in your notebook, then slide the cable out of your workbench or other brands and product...
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... mounted when you can run you try to close the LCD panel. 2 18 Press down on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. The cover is correctly oriented if it clicks in Step 7. 22 Insert the battery, then... the cable into the connector, then slide the black clip to make sure they are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook could be flat all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. Caution If the cover is facing up. 21 Replace the screws removed in...
... mounted when you can run you try to close the LCD panel. 2 18 Press down on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All other countries. The cover is correctly oriented if it clicks in Step 7. 22 Insert the battery, then... the cable into the connector, then slide the black clip to make sure they are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook could be flat all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. Caution If the cover is facing up. 21 Replace the screws removed in...
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... edge connectors. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. Do not lay components on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your workbench or other grounded connection. •...
... edge connectors. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. Do not lay components on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your workbench or other grounded connection. •...
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... out of the way. 15 Replace the screws removed in one direction. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the way. 11 Remove the screws securing the wireless network module. Screw Screw... and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Wireless Network Module 2 9 Unplug the two or three antenna cables. See your notebook over. 19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and...
... out of the way. 15 Replace the screws removed in one direction. Technical Support See the label on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the way. 11 Remove the screws securing the wireless network module. Screw Screw... and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Wireless Network Module 2 9 Unplug the two or three antenna cables. See your notebook over. 19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and...
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... 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom ...15 Working safely and comfortably 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your computer desk and chair 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source ...
... 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom ...15 Working safely and comfortably 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your computer desk and chair 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source ...
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...gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 68 Extending battery life 69 Maximizing battery performance 69 Conserving battery power 69 Using alternate power sources 70 Changing power modes 71 Changing notebook power settings 72 Changing the power plan 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook...Additional tips 81 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 83 Caring for your notebook 84 Cleaning your notebook 84 Cleaning the exterior 85 Cleaning the keyboard 85 Cleaning the notebook screen 85 Maintaining the battery 86 ...
...gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 68 Extending battery life 69 Maximizing battery performance 69 Conserving battery power 69 Using alternate power sources 70 Changing power modes 71 Changing notebook power settings 72 Changing the power plan 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook...Additional tips 81 Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 83 Caring for your notebook 84 Cleaning your notebook 84 Cleaning the exterior 85 Cleaning the keyboard 85 Cleaning the notebook screen 85 Maintaining the battery 86 ...
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... information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on your notebook contains information about contacting Gateway Customer Care. 2 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to your ... purposes only. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on the bottom of Gateway notebook. Accessing your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click...
... information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to this guide, your online User Guide has been included on your notebook contains information about contacting Gateway Customer Care. 2 Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to your ... purposes only. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on the bottom of Gateway notebook. Accessing your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click...
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.... 3 For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number A label on your notebook's label. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call...
.... 3 For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number A label on your notebook's label. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call...
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... connected to AC power or the battery charge is charging. ■ LED blinking red - Battery is on - Notebook is malfunctioning. Notebook is fully charged. ■ LED purple - The built-in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep mode. ■ LED off . ■ LED blue - ... jack. Battery charge is in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Headphone jack Microphone jack Description Plug a microphone into this jack. ■ LED on ....
... connected to AC power or the battery charge is charging. ■ LED blinking red - Battery is on - Notebook is malfunctioning. Notebook is fully charged. ■ LED purple - The built-in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep mode. ■ LED off . ■ LED blue - ... jack. Battery charge is in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Headphone jack Microphone jack Description Plug a microphone into this jack. ■ LED on ....
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...in the enable position to turn either radio on or off " on page 47. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on your wireless radio on commercial aircraft. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into this slot. IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth ...communication devices are blocked, the notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your skin. Warning: Do not work with equipment on or off using ...
...in the enable position to turn either radio on or off " on page 47. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on your wireless radio on commercial aircraft. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into this slot. IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth ...communication devices are blocked, the notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to harm your skin. Warning: Do not work with equipment on or off using ...
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For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 52. Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive.
For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 52. Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive.