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... be connecting your network to install Ethernet cards and drivers on the computers that your broadband connection is listed. To determine which type of Network adapters. The Device Manager window opens. 4 Click the plus (+) in a different order (different colors, left . CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook Determining if an Ethernet card is already...
... be connecting your network to install Ethernet cards and drivers on the computers that your broadband connection is listed. To determine which type of Network adapters. The Device Manager window opens. 4 Click the plus (+) in a different order (different colors, left . CHAPTER 5: Networking Your Notebook Determining if an Ethernet card is already...
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...8226; 802.11b - 11Mbps • 802.11g - 54Mbps • 802.11n - 540Mbps 47 A wireless Ethernet network uses radio waves to the network. www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer on the network. 5 For an Internet connection, plug a straight-through network ... Turn on your wireless computers. With a wireless home network, you can set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of an access point, a cable or DSL modem (for Internet access), and your computers...
...8226; 802.11b - 11Mbps • 802.11g - 54Mbps • 802.11n - 540Mbps 47 A wireless Ethernet network uses radio waves to the network. www.gateway.com In addition to a router, you need a straight-through cable for each computer on the network. 5 For an Internet connection, plug a straight-through network ... Turn on your wireless computers. With a wireless home network, you can set up a network using a router: 1 Plug one end of the power adapter into the AC connector on the router and the other end of an access point, a cable or DSL modem (for Internet access), and your computers...
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... IEEE 802.11b formats but not with the competing IEEE 802.11a format. Make sure that you decide to keep intruders out of Network adapters. The Device Manager window opens. 4 Click the plus (+) in your computer is not the only issue if you get the correct format...a printer or scanner. Cable or DSL modem 48 Access point Equipment you need for an access point-based network Tip When you need: • Your Gateway computer with a wireless Ethernet network card installed • A broadband Internet connection (optional) • An access point Determining if a wireless Ethernet device is...
... IEEE 802.11b formats but not with the competing IEEE 802.11a format. Make sure that you decide to keep intruders out of Network adapters. The Device Manager window opens. 4 Click the plus (+) in your computer is not the only issue if you get the correct format...a printer or scanner. Cable or DSL modem 48 Access point Equipment you need for an access point-based network Tip When you need: • Your Gateway computer with a wireless Ethernet network card installed • A broadband Internet connection (optional) • An access point Determining if a wireless Ethernet device is...
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...site. To print files across the network: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. Bluetooth lets you can use of a USB or Firewire cable. www.gateway.com Copying files across the network To copy files across the network: 1 Open the file you want to print, then click Print. 2 Click the ... may have built-in . The Computer window opens. 2 Browse to a USB port on -screen instructions. 55 Bluetooth networking You can purchase a Bluetooth adapter to connect to the network drive that shipped with other computers. To install a Bluetooth printer: 1 Turn on your printer or from .
...site. To print files across the network: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. Bluetooth lets you can use of a USB or Firewire cable. www.gateway.com Copying files across the network To copy files across the network: 1 Open the file you want to print, then click Print. 2 Click the ... may have built-in . The Computer window opens. 2 Browse to a USB port on -screen instructions. 55 Bluetooth networking You can purchase a Bluetooth adapter to connect to the network drive that shipped with other computers. To install a Bluetooth printer: 1 Turn on your printer or from .
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... information about using your Gateway notebook, see your User Guide that has been included on your hard drive. STARTER GUIDE ® MANAGE YOUR BATTERY LIFE To get the most out of their respective companies. Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in your Reference... Guide. All rights reserved. WORK SAFELY & SECURELY Your Gateway notebook comes with the software you can comfortably see "Managing Power" in for at least three hours...
... information about using your Gateway notebook, see your User Guide that has been included on your hard drive. STARTER GUIDE ® MANAGE YOUR BATTERY LIFE To get the most out of their respective companies. Lock 2 CONNECT TO AC POWER Leave the AC adapter plugged in your Reference... Guide. All rights reserved. WORK SAFELY & SECURELY Your Gateway notebook comes with the software you can comfortably see "Managing Power" in for at least three hours...
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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 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source problems 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 21...
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 17 Sitting at your notebook 17 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain . . 17 Connecting the AC adapter 18 Protecting from power source problems 19 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 20 Connecting the optional dial-up modem 21...
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... "Using the memory card reader" on page 55. Plug the other end of an adapter that is available with the media. Plug USB devices (such as a high definition television, into this jack. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch...
... "Using the memory card reader" on page 55. Plug the other end of an adapter that is available with the media. Plug USB devices (such as a high definition television, into this jack. Left Ethernet jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader HDMI out jack (optional) USB ports Ventilation fan Wireless network switch...
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... jack Kensington lock slot (optional) Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 59. Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this port. For more information, see "Viewing the display...
... jack Kensington lock slot (optional) Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 59. Plug the AC adapter cable into this slot. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this port. For more information, see "Viewing the display...
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CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
CHAPTER3 Setting Up and Getting Started • Working safely and comfortably • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Connecting the optional dial-up modem • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (...
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... the power cord to you expect. The battery was shipped to the AC adapter. 18 The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to be much shorter... cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook or one of the same type purchased from Gateway. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death.
... the power cord to you expect. The battery was shipped to the AC adapter. 18 The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. For information on recalibrating the battery, see "Recalibrating the battery" on battery power for the battery to be much shorter... cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook or one of the same type purchased from Gateway. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death.
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...from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on the Customer Care label. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. For more information, see "Front" on page 6 for ...the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your...
...from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to toggle the status lights on the Customer Care label. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue. For more information, see "Front" on page 6 for ...the first time, turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter. • Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet. 4 When you finish using your...
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... use memory cards to transfer pictures from a digital camera to transfer data between your notebook and a device that is available with the media. 55 www.gateway.com To remove a CD or DVD: • Press the eject button on your notebook, manually eject the disc by inserting an opened paper clip into... hole. If you do not want to remove CDs and DVDs using this method. The drive mechanism pushes the CD or DVD out of an adapter that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. Important RS-Multimedia Card and Mini Secure Digital cards require the use the...
... use memory cards to transfer pictures from a digital camera to transfer data between your notebook and a device that is available with the media. 55 www.gateway.com To remove a CD or DVD: • Press the eject button on your notebook, manually eject the disc by inserting an opened paper clip into... hole. If you do not want to remove CDs and DVDs using this method. The drive mechanism pushes the CD or DVD out of an adapter that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. Important RS-Multimedia Card and Mini Secure Digital cards require the use the...
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... notebook to recalibrate your notebook does not have the Battery Auto Learning utility programmed into Sleep mode while you are using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you may need to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect...
... notebook to recalibrate your notebook does not have the Battery Auto Learning utility programmed into Sleep mode while you are using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your notebook. 2 As soon as your notebook starts and you may need to AC power and let the battery charge completely. 2 Disconnect...
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... running optical drives. • Use the DVD drive only when necessary. Using alternate power sources To extend battery life, use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of telephones. 70 The display stays ...again. • Use Hibernate mode for times when you cannot use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If traveling internationally, take electrical adapters. For more information about traveling with Your Notebook" on taking your notebook is not in use. • Use the notebook touchpad instead of...
... running optical drives. • Use the DVD drive only when necessary. Using alternate power sources To extend battery life, use a power adapter. • To find AC power outlets in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of telephones. 70 The display stays ...again. • Use Hibernate mode for times when you cannot use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If traveling internationally, take electrical adapters. For more information about traveling with Your Notebook" on taking your notebook is not in use. • Use the notebook touchpad instead of...
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... securely into a briefcase or hand-carried luggage, and keep it separate from sliding around in the aircraft. If you are traveling internationally, take telephone jack adapters or an acoustic handset coupler. • Take a telephone line protector. • Take a telephone line tester to check for takeoff and landing. • Turn off all...
... securely into a briefcase or hand-carried luggage, and keep it separate from sliding around in the aircraft. If you are traveling internationally, take telephone jack adapters or an acoustic handset coupler. • Take a telephone line protector. • Take a telephone line tester to check for takeoff and landing. • Turn off all...
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... their networks. • If your notebook has been exposed to cold temperatures, let it warm to room temperature before turning it on page 65. www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. 7 When you start your computer, you...USB hub to provide additional USB ports. • Take a network cable if you need to connect to a network. Power • Take your AC power adapter to enter the user password you set in step 3. • Review the information in "Protecting your notebook" in your online User Guide. If you are...
... their networks. • If your notebook has been exposed to cold temperatures, let it warm to room temperature before turning it on page 65. www.gateway.com 5 Highlight Enabled, then press ENTER. 6 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER. 7 When you start your computer, you...USB hub to provide additional USB ports. • Take a network cable if you need to connect to a network. Power • Take your AC power adapter to enter the user password you set in step 3. • Review the information in "Protecting your notebook" in your online User Guide. If you are...
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...bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 67. 99 www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, ... the notebook and remove any slot. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 98. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline...
...bay To add or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 67. 99 www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules Important Use only memory modules designed for your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, ... the notebook and remove any slot. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 98. 2 Turn off your notebook. 3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline...
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... bay. 11 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 13 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 14 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. 102 If the module does not fit, make sure that...
... bay. 11 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 13 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 14 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. 102 If the module does not fit, make sure that...
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For more information, see "Backing up any data you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any Express cards. 103 www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows... to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center.
For more information, see "Backing up any data you can replace your notebook. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any Express cards. 103 www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver and the Windows... to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center.
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As part of the process you may be prompted to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any Express cards. 107 www.gateway.com 17 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to the notebook. 18 ...Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 19 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 20 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 21 Turn on your notebook, open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your...
As part of the process you may be prompted to boot from CD or DVD" appears, press any Express cards. 107 www.gateway.com 17 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to the notebook. 18 ...Replace the hard drive bay cover, then tighten the cover screws. 19 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 20 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 21 Turn on your notebook, open the DVD drive, insert the Windows DVD, close the DVD drive, then restart your...