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... of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. The replacement cord must be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet. Battery charge indicator If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue ... brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death.
... of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. The replacement cord must be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into an AC power outlet. Battery charge indicator If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue ... brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death.
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...information, see "Changing Batteries" in Step 8. 12 Insert the battery, then turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express and memory cards. 15 Turn on your notebook. Technical Support See...bottom of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the DVD drive Replacing the DVD drive Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 7 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is empty. 3 Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem ...
...information, see "Changing Batteries" in Step 8. 12 Insert the battery, then turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express and memory cards. 15 Turn on your notebook. Technical Support See...bottom of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the DVD drive Replacing the DVD drive Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 7 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is empty. 3 Turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem ...
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... 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Close the LCD panel. 6 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 7 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your Reference ...the bottom of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their antistatic bags only when you a set of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. For more information, see "Preparing for software and device driver recovery" in your notebook. Important ...
... 3 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Close the LCD panel. 6 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 7 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your Reference ...the bottom of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by their antistatic bags only when you a set of Gateway, Inc. All other countries. For more information, see "Preparing for software and device driver recovery" in your notebook. Important ...
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... Note the location of the hinge covers and gently pry them in your notebook. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All other brands and product names are... or other grounded object. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected...
... Note the location of the hinge covers and gently pry them in your notebook. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. All other brands and product names are... or other grounded object. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected...
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...: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your workbench or...removing a module, gently press outward on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Do not lay components on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Memory bay 8 Lift the...
...: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge." 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your workbench or...removing a module, gently press outward on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Do not lay components on the bottom of Gateway, Inc. Screw Screw Screw Screw Screw Memory bay 8 Lift the...
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...Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to touch or damage any Express and memory cards. 6 Turn ... on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Avoid touching the edge connectors. To replace the multimedia keyboard cover: 1 Follow the guidelines under each of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook are up...
...Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to touch or damage any Express and memory cards. 6 Turn ... on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Avoid touching the edge connectors. To replace the multimedia keyboard cover: 1 Follow the guidelines under each of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook are up...
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...Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Avoid touching the edge connectors. See your notebook. All other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter... electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any ...
...Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. Avoid touching the edge connectors. See your notebook. All other grounded connection. • Touch a bare metal surface on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside your notebook and unplug the AC adapter... electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and remove any ...
8512567 - Setup Poster (Inside)
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...Connect an Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable if using Windows and the programs that are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Hours: Model: ...place. Product specifications subject to complete Windows setup. Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at gateway.com. STARTER GUIDE ® MANAGE YOUR BATTERY LIFE To get the most out ...countries. Power button Getting help and information about using your AC power adapter whenever power is available.
...Connect an Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable if using Windows and the programs that are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Hours: Model: ...place. Product specifications subject to complete Windows setup. Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at gateway.com. STARTER GUIDE ® MANAGE YOUR BATTERY LIFE To get the most out ...countries. Power button Getting help and information about using your AC power adapter whenever power is available.
8512568 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R0
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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 ... your computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 15 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 18 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 19 Starting...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 ... your computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 15 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 18 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 19 Starting...
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... monitor, or television" on page 62. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on page 19. 9 If these slots. Plug the AC adapter cable into this port. If the air vents are not obstructed. Caution: Provide adequate space around your lap. Caution: Do not block or insert... bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this optional jack. www.gateway.com Component HDMI out jack (optional) eSATA jack (optional) Monitor port Icon HDMI eSATA Description Plug an HDMI device, such as a high definition...
... monitor, or television" on page 62. Warning: Do not work with the notebook resting on page 19. 9 If these slots. Plug the AC adapter cable into this port. If the air vents are not obstructed. Caution: Provide adequate space around your lap. Caution: Do not block or insert... bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this optional jack. www.gateway.com Component HDMI out jack (optional) eSATA jack (optional) Monitor port Icon HDMI eSATA Description Plug an HDMI device, such as a high definition...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
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...much shorter than you expect. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to the AC adapter. 16 Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be recalibrated.... You should use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook on page 70.
...much shorter than you expect. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to the AC adapter. 16 Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. The replacement cord must be recalibrated.... You should use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook on page 70.
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...you finish using 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 (see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after ... indicator turns blue. For more information, see "Front" on and off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook for the first time, turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to...
...you finish using 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 (see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after ... indicator turns blue. For more information, see "Front" on and off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to AC power until it turns on: • Unplug the adapter from your notebook for the first time, turn off . • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to...
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... is in Sleep mode, it reads the memory information from CDs or DVDs to the hard drive so you do not use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in -flight power receptacle, an automobile power outlet, or an automobile cigarette lighter, use alternate power sources whenever possible. •... documents that were open when you activated Hibernate mode. 72 Tip For more information, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" on taking your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector. • If you will have access to lengthen the life of your notebook completely off.
... is in Sleep mode, it reads the memory information from CDs or DVDs to the hard drive so you do not use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in -flight power receptacle, an automobile power outlet, or an automobile cigarette lighter, use alternate power sources whenever possible. •... documents that were open when you activated Hibernate mode. 72 Tip For more information, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" on taking your AC power adapter, also take a single-plug surge protector. • If you will have access to lengthen the life of your notebook completely off.
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For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 102. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any Express and memory cards. 5 Turn your notebook over...69. 103 Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. Tools...
For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 102. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook. The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any Express and memory cards. 5 Turn your notebook over...69. 103 Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. Tools...
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... bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using recovery discs" on page 102. 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace a hard drive kit. For more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers...
... bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using recovery discs" on page 102. 4 Turn off your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace a hard drive kit. For more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers...
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...information about using power management settings, see "Recalibrating the battery" on AC power • Make sure that your AC power adapter is installed correctly. Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. You forgot your startup password The password feature ...gateway.com Passwords Your notebook does not accept your password Make sure that the battery is fully recharged. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Changing the battery" on page 16. • If your notebook for instructions. For instructions on inserting your battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter...
...information about using power management settings, see "Recalibrating the battery" on AC power • Make sure that your AC power adapter is installed correctly. Call Gateway Customer Care for repair. You forgot your startup password The password feature ...gateway.com Passwords Your notebook does not accept your password Make sure that the battery is fully recharged. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Changing the battery" on page 16. • If your notebook for instructions. For instructions on inserting your battery, see "Connecting the AC adapter...
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Index A AC adapter connecting 16 connector 9 international adapters 72 accessories safety precautions 141 acoustic handset coupler 78 application key 25 arrow keys 25 audio adjusting volume 28, 42 back button 27, 38 headphone ... button 27, 38 stop button 27, 38 troubleshooting 135 volume down button 28 volume up button 28 audio CD cleaning 87 inserting 51 automobile power adapter 72 B battery alternate power sources 72 bay 69 calibrating 86 changing 69 charge indicator 6, 68 charge status 68 charging 16, 68 conserving power 71 extending...
Index A AC adapter connecting 16 connector 9 international adapters 72 accessories safety precautions 141 acoustic handset coupler 78 application key 25 arrow keys 25 audio adjusting volume 28, 42 back button 27, 38 headphone ... button 27, 38 stop button 27, 38 troubleshooting 135 volume down button 28 volume up button 28 audio CD cleaning 87 inserting 51 automobile power adapter 72 B battery alternate power sources 72 bay 69 calibrating 86 changing 69 charge indicator 6, 68 charge status 68 charging 16, 68 conserving power 71 extending...
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... 85 CD 87 DVD 87 keyboard 85 LCD panel 85 notebook exterior 84 screen 85 clicking 36 clock speed 87 closing unresponsive program 22 connecting AC adapter 16 cable modem 18 dial-up modem 19 DSL modem 18 external keyboard 24 external monitor 62 IEEE 1394 device 61 keyboard 24 mouse 36...
... 85 CD 87 DVD 87 keyboard 85 LCD panel 85 notebook exterior 84 screen 85 clicking 36 clock speed 87 closing unresponsive program 22 connecting AC adapter 16 cable modem 18 dial-up modem 19 DSL modem 18 external keyboard 24 external monitor 62 IEEE 1394 device 61 keyboard 24 mouse 36...
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www.gateway.com moving 36 ports See connections power AC adapter 16, 72 advanced settings 74, 75 alternate sources 72 automobile/airplane adapter 72 battery 68, 69, 70, 71 button 11, 26 changing modes 73 changing plans 74 connector 9, 16 conserving battery power 71 EmPower adapter 72 extending battery life 71 Hibernate mode 72 Hybrid Sleep...
www.gateway.com moving 36 ports See connections power AC adapter 16, 72 advanced settings 74, 75 alternate sources 72 automobile/airplane adapter 72 battery 68, 69, 70, 71 button 11, 26 changing modes 73 changing plans 74 connector 9, 16 conserving battery power 71 EmPower adapter 72 extending battery life 71 Hibernate mode 72 Hybrid Sleep...