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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 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard area 11 LCD panel 12 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 13... your notebook 19 Waking up your notebook 21 Turning off your notebook 21 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 22 Using the status indicators 23 Using the keyboard 24 i
... 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 7 Right 8 Back 9 Bottom 10 Keyboard area 11 LCD panel 12 Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started . . 13... your notebook 19 Waking up your notebook 21 Turning off your notebook 21 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 22 Using the status indicators 23 Using the keyboard 24 i
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www.gateway.com Connecting an IEEE 1394 device 61 Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television . 62 Adjusting the display properties 64 Using the projector or ... Power 81 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 Storing batteries 86 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 87 iii
www.gateway.com Connecting an IEEE 1394 device 61 Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television . 62 Adjusting the display properties 64 Using the projector or ... Power 81 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 Storing batteries 86 Cleaning CDs or DVDs 87 iii
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... Diskette drive (external 113 Display 114 DVD drives 115 Ethernet 117 Express Cards 117 File management 117 Fingerprint reader 118 Hard drive 118 Internet 119 Keyboard 120 Media Center 121 Memory 124 Memory card reader 125 Modem (cable or DSL 125 Modem (dial-up 125 Mouse 128 Networks (wired 129 Networks...
... Diskette drive (external 113 Display 114 DVD drives 115 Ethernet 117 Express Cards 117 File management 117 Fingerprint reader 118 Hard drive 118 Internet 119 Keyboard 120 Media Center 121 Memory 124 Memory card reader 125 Modem (cable or DSL 125 Modem (dial-up 125 Mouse 128 Networks (wired 129 Networks...
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... drive" on your lap. USB ports Ventilation fan DVD drive Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these slots. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into this slot. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may ... may become hot enough to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Left www.gateway.com Kensington lock slot USB ports Ventilation fan DVD drive Component Icon Description Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting...
... drive" on your lap. USB ports Ventilation fan DVD drive Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these slots. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into this slot. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may ... may become hot enough to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Left www.gateway.com Kensington lock slot USB ports Ventilation fan DVD drive Component Icon Description Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting...
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... into this jack. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this slot. For more information, see "Using an Express Card" on page 18. 8 For more information, see "Connecting to a broadband modem or...
... into this jack. Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this slot. For more information, see "Using an Express Card" on page 18. 8 For more information, see "Connecting to a broadband modem or...
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... optional multimedia panel" on page 75. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 38. Power button Press to control playback of a mouse. www.gateway.com Keyboard area Power button Multimedia panel Speaker Speaker Keyboard Status indicators Touchpad Fingerprint reader Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of CDs and DVDs.
... optional multimedia panel" on page 75. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 38. Power button Press to control playback of a mouse. www.gateway.com Keyboard area Power button Multimedia panel Speaker Speaker Keyboard Status indicators Touchpad Fingerprint reader Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of CDs and DVDs.
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... (optional) Status indicators Icon Description Provides enhanced security. Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is turned on when the webcam is used.
... (optional) Status indicators Icon Description Provides enhanced security. Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is turned on when the webcam is used.
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... modem or network • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting...
... modem or network • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the optional multimedia panel • Using the optional webcam • Adjusting...
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... of sight. • Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. • Although notebooks are sometimes called "laptops," do not use an external keyboard, raise the notebook so the top of time. Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the screen or shine directly...
... of sight. • Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. • Although notebooks are sometimes called "laptops," do not use an external keyboard, raise the notebook so the top of time. Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the screen or shine directly...
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... distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat ... computer desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height...elbows form right angles when you type. • Do not slouch forward or lean far back. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • Take...
... distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is the appropriate height and the chair helps you maintain good posture. • Select a flat ... computer desk so your hands and arms are positioned parallel to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. This position lets your shoulders relax while you type. • Adjust the chair height...elbows form right angles when you type. • Do not slouch forward or lean far back. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up the work . • Take...
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... are starting your first user account. 4 Attach and turn on page 60. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. Power button Tip For more information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 75. 3 If you can run programs and search for...
... are starting your first user account. 4 Attach and turn on page 60. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard. Power button Tip For more information about connecting peripheral devices, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 75. 3 If you can run programs and search for...
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Restarting (rebooting) your notebook If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to the lock icon, then click Restart. The Windows Task Manager dialog box opens. 3 Click the program that ...
Restarting (rebooting) your notebook If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to the lock icon, then click Restart. The Windows Task Manager dialog box opens. 3 Click the program that ...
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... on . ■ LED off - Numeric keypad is turned 1 on , you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. Drive is in use . ■ LED off . ■ LED on . ■ LED off - Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock DVD drive Indicator Wireless... is turned on - Hard drive is being accessed. ■ LED off - A ■ LED off - Caps lock is turned off - Hard drive is turned on - www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad.
... on . ■ LED off - Numeric keypad is turned 1 on , you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. Drive is in use . ■ LED off . ■ LED on . ■ LED off - Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock DVD drive Indicator Wireless... is turned on - Hard drive is being accessed. ■ LED off - A ■ LED off - Caps lock is turned off - Hard drive is turned on - www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are located below the touchpad.
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...actions. For more about the function key actions. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port. System... keys/ System keys Navigation keys Numeric keypad FN key Windows key Application key Arrow keys Tip You can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in programs. For example, pressing F1 may ...
...actions. For more about the function key actions. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the keyboard Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook using a USB port. System... keys/ System keys Navigation keys Numeric keypad FN key Windows key Application key Arrow keys Tip You can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in programs. For example, pressing F1 may ...
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... your notebook. 43 For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "System key combinations" on the keyboard. Slide the Brightness control to adjust the overall volume of your online User Guide. www.gateway.com Adjusting the brightness To adjust screen brightness: • Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on...
... your notebook. 43 For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "System key combinations" on the keyboard. Slide the Brightness control to adjust the overall volume of your online User Guide. www.gateway.com Adjusting the brightness To adjust screen brightness: • Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on...
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... taskbar. For more information, see "Using the optional multimedia panel" on the optional multimedia panel. To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on the keyboard. To restore volume, click it again. 44 The volume control slider opens. 2 Click and drag the slider up to increase volume and down to the...
... taskbar. For more information, see "Using the optional multimedia panel" on the optional multimedia panel. To adjust the volume from Windows: 1 Click (Volume) on the keyboard. To restore volume, click it again. 44 The volume control slider opens. 2 Click and drag the slider up to increase volume and down to the...
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... Bluetooth radio on: 1 Enable the Bluetooth radio by airplane to prevent it from being accidently turned on while in flight. www.gateway.com Disabling the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio You should disable the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio while traveling by sliding the wireless ...position. Bluetooth radio Your notebook may have a Bluetooth radio for communicating with another Bluetooth device, such as a printer, scanner, camera, MP3 player, headphone, keyboard, or mouse. For the location of the wireless network switch, see "Front" on page 6. To disable the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio: • ...
... Bluetooth radio on: 1 Enable the Bluetooth radio by airplane to prevent it from being accidently turned on while in flight. www.gateway.com Disabling the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio You should disable the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio while traveling by sliding the wireless ...position. Bluetooth radio Your notebook may have a Bluetooth radio for communicating with another Bluetooth device, such as a printer, scanner, camera, MP3 player, headphone, keyboard, or mouse. For the location of the wireless network switch, see "Front" on page 6. To disable the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio: • ...
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... more information about using the USB port on your USB device's installation guide. See your notebook. Important USB devices may have special installation instructions. www.gateway.com Connecting a USB device Your notebook has USB ports for connecting devices such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera...
... more information about using the USB port on your USB device's installation guide. See your notebook. Important USB devices may have special installation instructions. www.gateway.com Connecting a USB device Your notebook has USB ports for connecting devices such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera...
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... any water into the vents. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean dust from the inside of your notebook with the cloth. 85 A replacement keyboard may not be scratched or damaged by air circulated through your notebook turned off your notebook and other parts of your system. Cleaning the notebook... cloth and water to replace it dries, you may want to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. Do not use it again. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . Also, remove the battery before...
... any water into the vents. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to clean dust from the inside of your notebook with the cloth. 85 A replacement keyboard may not be scratched or damaged by air circulated through your notebook turned off your notebook and other parts of your system. Cleaning the notebook... cloth and water to replace it dries, you may want to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. Do not use it again. www.gateway.com • Cotton swabs • A CD or DVD drive cleaning kit Cleaning the exterior Warning When you shut down . Also, remove the battery before...
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...your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and any ), then click Next. b Click Recovery, then click Next. Gateway System Recovery starts, and the System Recovery Options dialog box opens. 4 Select a language and keyboard layout, then click Next. 5 Click the User name box to its factory condition If your notebook. b While... your notebook's problems are not solved by any of the other recovery options, you can still run Windows: a Turn on your keyboard to Gateway System Recovery window opens. 7 Click Next. 97 The Welcome to select Repair Your Computer, then press ENTER.
...your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and any ), then click Next. b Click Recovery, then click Next. Gateway System Recovery starts, and the System Recovery Options dialog box opens. 4 Select a language and keyboard layout, then click Next. 5 Click the User name box to its factory condition If your notebook. b While... your notebook's problems are not solved by any of the other recovery options, you can still run Windows: a Turn on your keyboard to Gateway System Recovery window opens. 7 Click Next. 97 The Welcome to select Repair Your Computer, then press ENTER.