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... of their respective companies. Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. All other countries. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. See your notebook's power connector. 1 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the same...
... of their respective companies. Warning Do not attempt to the AC adapter. All other countries. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. See your notebook's power connector. 1 3 Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the same...
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... regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Locating Components 1 8 Remove the screw that the DVD drive is empty. 3 Turn off your notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to push on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove ... of the drive bay. 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. 7 Turn your notebook over so the ...
... regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Locating Components 1 8 Remove the screw that the DVD drive is empty. 3 Turn off your notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to push on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove ... of the drive bay. 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. 7 Turn your notebook over so the ...
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...components by their edges. Contact Gateway Customer Care at most electronics stores) and attach it . See your notebook. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive with your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network...Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, 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 your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 8 ...
...components by their edges. Contact Gateway Customer Care at most electronics stores) and attach it . See your notebook. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive with your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network...Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, 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 your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 8 ...
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...of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by two cables. Caution Depending on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Do not disconnect the cables from their antistatic ... to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to the fully opened position. 10 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver 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....
...of the bags provide electrostatic protection. • Always hold components by two cables. Caution Depending on your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Do not disconnect the cables from their antistatic ... to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to the fully opened position. 10 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver 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....
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... see "Changing Batteries" in your Reference Guide. 9 If you are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. in 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 ...your notebook are ready 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 replace a memory module. Clip Clip Technical Support See the label...
... see "Changing Batteries" in your Reference Guide. 9 If you are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of Gateway, Inc. in 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 ...your notebook are ready 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 replace a memory module. Clip Clip Technical Support See the label...
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...of the hinge covers and gently pry them up. 11 Pull the cover 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 Express and memory cards. 6 Turn ...of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Be careful not to the left of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component...
...of the hinge covers and gently pry them up. 11 Pull the cover 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 Express and memory cards. 6 Turn ...of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Be careful not to the left of Gateway, Inc. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component...
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... a bare metal surface on your workbench or other countries. Thumb notch Technical Support See the label on the outside of Gateway, Inc. All other brands and product names are ready to replace the wireless network module. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge...module: 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 notebook over...
... a bare metal surface on your workbench or other countries. Thumb notch Technical Support See the label on the outside of Gateway, Inc. All other brands and product names are ready to replace the wireless network module. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge...module: 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 notebook over...
8512567 - Setup Poster (Inside)
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... product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Trademarks used herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in the Windows VistaTM Security Center (click (Start), Control Panel, then click Security). To access your online documentation, click...
... product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Trademarks used herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in the Windows VistaTM Security Center (click (Start), Control Panel, then click Security). To access your online documentation, click...
8513072 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide R1
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Contents Chapter 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 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left... 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 ...
Contents Chapter 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 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left... 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 ...
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.... Back Ventilation fan Component Icon Ventilation fan Power connector Modem jack (optional) Power connector Modem jack Description Helps cool internal components. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 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...
.... Back Ventilation fan Component Icon Ventilation fan Power connector Modem jack (optional) Power connector Modem jack Description Helps cool internal components. Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. 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...
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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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...of the same type purchased from Gateway. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to fully charge the battery. You should use your notebook's battery. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that you ... was shipped to be damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to disassemble the AC adapter. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death...
...of the same type purchased from Gateway. To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to fully charge the battery. You should use your notebook's battery. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that you ... was shipped to be damaged. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to disassemble the AC adapter. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death...
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... blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until the battery charge indicator turns blue. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to AC power until it turns on: ...• Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status ...
... blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the Customer Care label. If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until the battery charge indicator turns blue. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to AC power until it turns on: ...• Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status ...
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... memory cards. 5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. 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. Memory bay... You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 102. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook.
... memory cards. 5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. 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. Memory bay... You need a small Phillips screwdriver to the notebook and remove any slot. For more information, see "Changing the battery" on page 102. 2 Turn off your Gateway notebook.
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...93. 2 Back up any Express and memory cards. 106 For more information, see "Backing up files" in your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any data you want to transfer to replace... a hard drive kit. For more hard drive capacity, you would like more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using the Gateway Recovery Center. If you can replace an original drive with a higher-capacity drive. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook Replacing a hard drive kit...
...93. 2 Back up any Express and memory cards. 106 For more information, see "Backing up files" in your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any data you want to transfer to replace... a hard drive kit. For more hard drive capacity, you would like more information, see "Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using the Gateway Recovery Center. If you can replace an original drive with a higher-capacity drive. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook Replacing a hard drive kit...
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... on battery power • Check the power management settings. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on . • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password. For more information about recharging the battery...sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to an electrical outlet, turned on recalibrating your startup password The password feature (which is set in the BIOS Setup utility) is calibrated correctly. For instructions on , and working correctly. Call Gateway Customer Care for...
... on battery power • Check the power management settings. For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Connecting the AC adapter" on . • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are turned off, then retype the password. For more information about recharging the battery...sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to an electrical outlet, turned on recalibrating your startup password The password feature (which is set in the BIOS Setup utility) is calibrated correctly. For instructions on , and working correctly. Call Gateway Customer Care for...
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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...
8513212 - Gateway Notebook Reference Guide with eRecovery 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 2 Contacting Gateway Customer Care 2 Gateway model and serial number 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left... 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 ...
Contents Chapter 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 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left... 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 ...