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.... Recycle or dispose of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Main Battery Replacing the Main Battery Important If your notebook is connected to AC power or if you have a charged secondary battery installed, save your work and turn off the notebook. 3 Turn your notebook over . 9 Connect to the optional port replicator. 10 Open the LCD panel. Locating Components Battery Battery latch Battery lock 1 To replace the main battery: 1 Disconnect your notebook from children. 6 Slide a recharged battery into the notebook until it snaps into an...
.... Recycle or dispose of Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Main Battery Replacing the Main Battery Important If your notebook is connected to AC power or if you have a charged secondary battery installed, save your work and turn off the notebook. 3 Turn your notebook over . 9 Connect to the optional port replicator. 10 Open the LCD panel. Locating Components Battery Battery latch Battery lock 1 To replace the main battery: 1 Disconnect your notebook from children. 6 Slide a recharged battery into the notebook until it snaps into an...
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... strap (available at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on the bottom of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive with your notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to the notebook and remove any PC and memory cards. 8 Turn your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the main and optional secondary batteries before replacing a component. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive...
... strap (available at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on the bottom of recovery discs or a replacement hard drive with your notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to the notebook and remove any PC and memory cards. 8 Turn your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the main and optional secondary batteries before replacing a component. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive...
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.... 19 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 20 Insert the battery(ies), then turn your notebook over. 21 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 22 Turn on your notebook, open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your notebook. 23 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from the old drive. Screw Screw 12 Using the plastic tab, slide the old hard drive, then remove it...
.... 19 Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 20 Insert the battery(ies), then turn your notebook over. 21 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 22 Turn on your notebook, open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your notebook. 23 When the prompt "Press any key to boot from the old drive. Screw Screw 12 Using the plastic tab, slide the old hard drive, then remove it...
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... LCD panel. 23 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 24 Replace the screw removed in Step 8. 25 Insert the battery(ies), then turn your notebook over. 26 Connect to the optional port replicator. -ORConnect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 27 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any other countries. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their corresponding slots...
... LCD panel. 23 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 24 Replace the screw removed in Step 8. 25 Insert the battery(ies), then turn your notebook over. 26 Connect to the optional port replicator. -ORConnect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 27 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any other countries. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their corresponding slots...
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... Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. Note which color cable is keyed so it into the empty slot. Replacing the Wireless Network Module 2 10 Unplug the two or three antenna cables. Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 21 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC and memory cards. 22 Turn on the bottom of the way. 12 Remove the screws securing the wireless network module. All other countries. This module is connected to the optional port...
... Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. Note which color cable is keyed so it into the empty slot. Replacing the Wireless Network Module 2 10 Unplug the two or three antenna cables. Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 21 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC and memory cards. 22 Turn on the bottom of the way. 12 Remove the screws securing the wireless network module. All other countries. This module is connected to the optional port...
Gateway Notebook Reference Guide (Windows XP)
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... 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 the dial-up modem 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Starting your notebook 20 Waking up your notebook 22 Turning off your notebook 22 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 22 Using the status indicators 23 Using the keyboard 24 Key types 25 System key combinations 26 i
... 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 the dial-up modem 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Starting your notebook 20 Waking up your notebook 22 Turning off your notebook 22 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 22 Using the status indicators 23 Using the keyboard 24 Key types 25 System key combinations 26 i
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For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking • Maintenance and troubleshooting To access your online User Guide. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your hard drive. Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway notebook. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference...
For all other software • Using the Internet • Protecting your files • Playing and recording media • Networking • Maintenance and troubleshooting To access your online User Guide. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your hard drive. Your User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your model of Gateway notebook. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference...
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CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Indicator Icon Description Module ■ LED blue - You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook or optional port replicator using a USB port. Module is being accessed. Hard drive ■ LED blinking - Hard drive is in the notebook. Navigation keys FN key Windows key Numeric keypad Arrow keys Application key Tip You can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. 24 Hard drive is ready to swap. ■ LED flashing purple - Using the keyboard Function keys/ System keys Your notebook features a ...
CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Indicator Icon Description Module ■ LED blue - You do not need to shut down the notebook to the notebook or optional port replicator using a USB port. Module is being accessed. Hard drive ■ LED blinking - Hard drive is in the notebook. Navigation keys FN key Windows key Numeric keypad Arrow keys Application key Tip You can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. 24 Hard drive is ready to swap. ■ LED flashing purple - Using the keyboard Function keys/ System keys Your notebook features a ...
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... open when you turn on your notebook, it reads the memory information from the Windows Control Panel by changing power settings on your work before using Standby mode. Using power saving modes Always save to disk) writes all memory information to the hard drive, then turns the power completely off. The next time you activated Hibernate mode. You can change the function of your notebook's power button, Standby system key, and power-saving timers by selecting power schemes, setting power alarms, adjusting advanced power settings, and activating Hibernate mode...
... open when you turn on your notebook, it reads the memory information from the Windows Control Panel by changing power settings on your work before using Standby mode. Using power saving modes Always save to disk) writes all memory information to the hard drive, then turns the power completely off. The next time you activated Hibernate mode. You can change the function of your notebook's power button, Standby system key, and power-saving timers by selecting power schemes, setting power alarms, adjusting advanced power settings, and activating Hibernate mode...
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...; Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on the bottom of your notebook. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Avoid working with confidential files until you can remember, but that you can be sure of privacy. • Use a startup password to restrict access to Gateway for service. Caution Use a password that is the password you can see a startup screen, press F2. This...
...; Write down your notebook model number and serial number (located on the bottom of your notebook. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 2 Open the Security menu, highlight Set Supervisor Password, then press ENTER and follow the instructions. Avoid working with confidential files until you can remember, but that you can be sure of privacy. • Use a startup password to restrict access to Gateway for service. Caution Use a password that is the password you can see a startup screen, press F2. This...
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... code and your DVD drive's regional code match. • Make sure that you have a DVD drive. A DVD does not produce sound on your online User Guide. Ethernet Ethernet troubleshooting is not transmitted through an S-Video or monitor jack. Help For more information, see "Using a CD or DVD" on page 45. • Shut down the SHIFT key or if the Recycle Bin has been emptied, the file cannot be turned...
... code and your DVD drive's regional code match. • Make sure that you have a DVD drive. A DVD does not produce sound on your online User Guide. Ethernet Ethernet troubleshooting is not transmitted through an S-Video or monitor jack. Help For more information, see "Using a CD or DVD" on page 45. • Shut down the SHIFT key or if the Recycle Bin has been emptied, the file cannot be turned...
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... a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is installed correctly. For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in the diskette drive, eject it , then restart your network jack, see "Right" on page 109. • Make sure that the hard drive is set up correctly. Your notebook does not recognize a second hard drive • The modular drive may need to access the drive again. Internet You...
... a problem with your Internet service provider (ISP) is installed correctly. For more information about troubleshooting Internet connections, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword troubleshooting connections in the diskette drive, eject it , then restart your network jack, see "Right" on page 109. • Make sure that the hard drive is set up correctly. Your notebook does not recognize a second hard drive • The modular drive may need to access the drive again. Internet You...
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... if you can turn down the modem volume. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting 5 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. The Control Panel window opens. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. You may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open or the modem has...
... if you can turn down the modem volume. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting 5 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. The Control Panel window opens. If information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. You may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect. If the handshaking sounds are too loud, you get an error such as port already open or the modem has...
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... optional secondary battery are calibrated correctly. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting PC Cards You installed a PC Card and now your notebook is having problems • Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to your notebook. Power Your notebook is not working on , and working on page 59. • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are fully recharged. For instructions on . • Make sure that the battery(ies) are free from cuts or damage. Type...
... optional secondary battery are calibrated correctly. CHAPTER 9: Troubleshooting PC Cards You installed a PC Card and now your notebook is having problems • Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to your notebook. Power Your notebook is not working on , and working on page 59. • Make sure that the AC power adapter cables are fully recharged. For instructions on . • Make sure that the battery(ies) are free from cuts or damage. Type...
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... printer setup. The Control Panel window opens. Many printers have selected it is plugged into an AC power source. To make sure that it in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. The Printers and Faxes window opens. 119 To set a default printer: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Make sure that you may need to work offline. www.gateway.com...
... printer setup. The Control Panel window opens. Many printers have selected it is plugged into an AC power source. To make sure that it in Category View, click Printers and Other Hardware. 2 Click/double-click the Printers and Faxes icon. The Printers and Faxes window opens. 119 To set a default printer: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Make sure that you may need to work offline. www.gateway.com...
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... "Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings" in different countries use different standards. The notebook is not responding when you have pressed FN+F4 to change the TV Out mode. TV out is connected correctly. • Televisions in your online User Guide. If you are traveling, you may need to activate the external monitor option. • Make sure that the monitor is turned on and that the S-Video cable is not working • Make...
... "Changing mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings" in different countries use different standards. The notebook is not responding when you have pressed FN+F4 to change the TV Out mode. TV out is connected correctly. • Televisions in your online User Guide. If you are traveling, you may need to activate the external monitor option. • Make sure that the monitor is turned on and that the S-Video cable is not working • Make...
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... using while traveling 72 digital camera memory card reader 8, 47 USB port 7, 8 digital video 50 digital video camera connecting 51 IEEE 1394 port 8 directional keys 25 diskette troubleshooting 98 diskette drive locating 9 status indicator 24 troubleshooting 98 display brightness 38 properties 52 switching 26 troubleshooting 98 docking port 10 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 37 dragging 38 drives CD 45 changing modular drives 42 diskette 9 DVD 9, 45 DVD/CD-RW 9, 45 DVD±RW 42, 45, 55 hard drive 9, 10, 89 identifying drive types 45 installing...
... using while traveling 72 digital camera memory card reader 8, 47 USB port 7, 8 digital video 50 digital video camera connecting 51 IEEE 1394 port 8 directional keys 25 diskette troubleshooting 98 diskette drive locating 9 status indicator 24 troubleshooting 98 display brightness 38 properties 52 switching 26 troubleshooting 98 docking port 10 documentation User Guide 2 double-clicking 37 dragging 38 drives CD 45 changing modular drives 42 diskette 9 DVD 9, 45 DVD/CD-RW 9, 45 DVD±RW 42, 45, 55 hard drive 9, 10, 89 identifying drive types 45 installing...
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... EmPower power adapter 63 ergonomics 14 Ethernet connecting wired 20 jack 9, 20 external monitor 7, 26 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 faxes troubleshooting 111 files opening 37 transferring 73 troubleshooting 101 fingerprint enrolling 31 fingerprint reader control center 33 locating 12 troubleshooting 102 tutorial 30 using 30 Firewire port 8, 50 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 37 function keys 25 136 G Gateway contact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 4 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 24 installing 42, 55, 89 purchasing 55 replacing 89 second hard drive...
... EmPower power adapter 63 ergonomics 14 Ethernet connecting wired 20 jack 9, 20 external monitor 7, 26 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 faxes troubleshooting 111 files opening 37 transferring 73 troubleshooting 101 fingerprint enrolling 31 fingerprint reader control center 33 locating 12 troubleshooting 102 tutorial 30 using 30 Firewire port 8, 50 Fn key 25, 26 folders opening 37 function keys 25 136 G Gateway contact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 4 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 24 installing 42, 55, 89 purchasing 55 replacing 89 second hard drive...
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... Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 3 serial number 3 laser printer 55 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 module 10 LCD panel cleaning 80 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 98 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 72 line tester 72 lock cable 74 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 79, 81 Media Center troubleshooting 105 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 85 purchasing 55 removing 85 replacing 85 troubleshooting 108 memory card reader inserting card 47 locating 8 memory cards supported 47 removing card 48 troubleshooting 108 137
... Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 3 serial number 3 laser printer 55 latch battery 10 LCD panel release 6 module 10 LCD panel cleaning 80 release latch 6 switching display 26 troubleshooting 98 LCD/CRT system key 26 line protector 72 line tester 72 lock cable 74 Kensington cable 7 M maintenance cleaning 79, 81 Media Center troubleshooting 105 media reader See memory card reader memory bay 10 installing 85 purchasing 55 removing 85 replacing 85 troubleshooting 108 memory card reader inserting card 47 locating 8 memory cards supported 47 removing card 48 troubleshooting 108 137
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... cable lock 7 serial number 3, 74 setting up safety precautions 124 shipping notebook 72 shortcut menus accessing 38 shortcuts opening menu 38 shutting down notebook 22 smart card reader locating 8 SO-DIMM See memory 140 sound adjusting 28, 38 controls 38 muting 28, 38 troubleshooting 120 speakers built-in 6 jack 7 SpeedStep technology 65 Standby mode 22, 26, 64 system key 26 starting notebook 20 programs 37 startup password 74 static electricity 84 status indicator wireless Ethernet 23 status indicators battery charge...
... cable lock 7 serial number 3, 74 setting up safety precautions 124 shipping notebook 72 shortcut menus accessing 38 shortcuts opening menu 38 shutting down notebook 22 smart card reader locating 8 SO-DIMM See memory 140 sound adjusting 28, 38 controls 38 muting 28, 38 troubleshooting 120 speakers built-in 6 jack 7 SpeedStep technology 65 Standby mode 22, 26, 64 system key 26 starting notebook 20 programs 37 startup password 74 static electricity 84 status indicator wireless Ethernet 23 status indicators battery charge...