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...indicator If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on the bottom of your notebook. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Technical Support See the label on : • ...Unplug the adapter from your notebook may be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter. See...
...indicator If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on the bottom of your notebook. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Technical Support See the label on : • ...Unplug the adapter from your notebook may be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC adapter. See...
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... if mishandled. All other countries. Warning Danger of Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your Reference Guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. Recycle or dispose of the notebook for your notebook is turned on and is not plugged into...
... if mishandled. All other countries. Warning Danger of Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of your Reference Guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. See your notebook. Recycle or dispose of the notebook for your notebook is turned on and is not plugged into...
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...in your workbench or other grounded object. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. To replace the DVD drive: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge...need a small Phillips screwdriver to use them. Important The location of Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in Step 8. 12 Insert the battery, then turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, ...
...in your workbench or other grounded object. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. To replace the DVD drive: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge...need a small Phillips screwdriver to use them. Important The location of Gateway, Inc. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in Step 8. 12 Insert the battery, then turn off your notebook. 4 Close the LCD panel. 5 Disconnect the AC adapter, ...
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.... • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on your notebook. Contact Gateway Customer Care at most electronics stores) and attach it . See your Reference Guide. 8 Loosen the three hard drive bay cover...for software and device driver recovery" in your notebook over any Express and memory cards. 7 Turn your notebook. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Never slide components over so the bottom...
.... • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at the Web address or telephone number shown on the label on your notebook. Contact Gateway Customer Care at most electronics stores) and attach it . See your Reference Guide. 8 Loosen the three hard drive bay cover...for software and device driver recovery" in your notebook over any Express and memory cards. 7 Turn your notebook. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Never slide components over so the bottom...
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... are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Screw Screw Screw Screw -OR- As part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Screw Screw 13 Remove the bracket from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on your keyboard... and follow the on the bottom of the process you may be prompted to your notebook. Replacing the hard drive 10 Remove the...
... are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Screw Screw Screw Screw -OR- As part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Screw Screw 13 Remove the bracket from CD or DVD" appears, press any key on your keyboard... and follow the on the bottom of the process you may be prompted to your notebook. Replacing the hard drive 10 Remove the...
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... the battery. Before working with a K. Do not lay components on the front edge of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Be careful to replace the keyboard. All rights reserved. Screw Screw 14 Lift the back...8226; Always hold components by a cable. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other grounded object. 1 8 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the optional keyboard cover screw from the cover or notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages...
... the battery. Before working with a K. Do not lay components on the front edge of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Be careful to replace the keyboard. All rights reserved. Screw Screw 14 Lift the back...8226; Always hold components by a cable. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. All other grounded object. 1 8 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the optional keyboard cover screw from the cover or notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages...
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...panel. 21 Replace the optional screws removed in place. Caution If the cover is not correctly replaced, your notebook could be flat all the way across . Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their corresponding slots. in several places until it is facing up... and replace any other countries. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Clip Clip 16 Remove the old keyboard. 17 Place the new keyboard keys-up . 25 ...
...panel. 21 Replace the optional screws removed in place. Caution If the cover is not correctly replaced, your notebook could be flat all the way across . Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their corresponding slots. in several places until it is facing up... and replace any other countries. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Clip Clip 16 Remove the old keyboard. 17 Place the new keyboard keys-up . 25 ...
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.... Locating Components Memory bay 1 To replace a memory 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...antistatic bags only when you are ready to a bare metal part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. See your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of antistatic bags because only the inside your Reference...
.... Locating Components Memory bay 1 To replace a memory 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...antistatic bags only when you are ready to a bare metal part of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. See your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of antistatic bags because only the inside your Reference...
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... reserved. This module is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on the clip at a 30-... bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 13 Insert the battery, then turn your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. See your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 15 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. Replacing...
... reserved. This module is keyed so it into the empty memory slot. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on the clip at a 30-... bay cover, then tighten the cover screw. 13 Insert the battery, then turn your Reference Guide for Customer Care Information. See your notebook over. 14 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 15 Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any Express cards. Replacing...
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...put it in the United States and other grounded object. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts..., turn off your notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and...
...put it in the United States and other grounded object. See your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component. Gateway and eMachines are extremely sensitive to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts..., turn off your notebook. Warning To avoid exposure to static electricity, also known as carpeted floors, plastic, and...
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... any other components. Be careful not to not damage the LCD panel. 2 19 Insert the tabs on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Be careful to seat the retaining tabs into the connector, then slide the brown clips to your...of the keyboard into place. Press down on the cover in Step 7. 27 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook. Technical Support See the label on the front edge of Gateway, Inc. The cover is not twisted. 20 Gently press the keyboard down on the keyboard keys along the cover and...
... any other components. Be careful not to not damage the LCD panel. 2 19 Insert the tabs on the bottom of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Be careful to seat the retaining tabs into the connector, then slide the brown clips to your...of the keyboard into place. Press down on the cover in Step 7. 27 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook. Technical Support See the label on the front edge of Gateway, Inc. The cover is not twisted. 20 Gently press the keyboard down on the keyboard keys along the cover and...
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... Replacing the Wireless Network Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 6 Turn your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts...
... Replacing the Wireless Network Module Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to your notebook and remove any Express and memory cards. 6 Turn your notebook are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts...
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.... in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Wireless Network Module 2 10 Move the antenna cables out of the way. 11 ...Remove the screws securing the wireless network module. 12 Pull the module out of their respective companies. See your notebook over. 19 Connect the power ...
.... in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information. © 2007 Gateway, Inc. Replacing the Wireless Network Module 2 10 Move the antenna cables out of the way. 11 ...Remove the screws securing the wireless network module. 12 Pull the module out of their respective companies. See your notebook over. 19 Connect the power ...
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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 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 ...15 Working safely and comfortably 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your computer 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 ...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 9 Back 10 Bottom 11 Keyboard area 12 ...15 Working safely and comfortably 16 Reducing eye strain 16 Setting up your computer 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 ...
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...gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 68 Extending battery life 69 Maximizing battery performance 69 Conserving battery power 69 Using alternate power sources 70 Changing power modes 71 Changing notebook power settings 72 Changing the power plan 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook...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 ...
...gateway.com Recalibrating the battery 68 Extending battery life 69 Maximizing battery performance 69 Conserving battery power 69 Using alternate power sources 70 Changing power modes 71 Changing notebook power settings 72 Changing the power plan 72 Changing advanced settings 74 Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 77 Packing your notebook...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 ...
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... easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes only. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that ...files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and ...
... easy-to-read manual that are for informational purposes only. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. Your User Guide is an in this section are specific to this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that ...files • Playing and recording media • Networking To access your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide, your online User Guide has been included on the following topics: • Help and ...
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... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for...
... Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for assistance. www.gateway.com Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for...
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... - Battery charge is charging. ■ LED blinking red - Notebook is off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. ■ LED on . ■ LED blinking - Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Headphone jack Microphone... jack Description Plug a microphone into this jack. Notebook is in speakers are turned off . ■ LED blue - Battery is malfunctioning. Battery is fully charged. ■ ...
... - Battery charge is charging. ■ LED blinking red - Notebook is off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. ■ LED on . ■ LED blinking - Front CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Microphone jack Battery charge indicator Power indicator Headphone jack Microphone... jack Description Plug a microphone into this jack. Notebook is in speakers are turned off . ■ LED blue - Battery is malfunctioning. Battery is fully charged. ■ ...
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...+F6 buttons. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into this slot. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on page 57. Warning: Do not work with equipment on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. IEEE ...802.11 and Bluetooth communication devices are not obstructed. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Ventilation fan Express Card slot Wireless network switch Description Helps cool internal components. For more information, see "Adding and removing...
...+F6 buttons. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into this slot. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on page 57. Warning: Do not work with equipment on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. IEEE ...802.11 and Bluetooth communication devices are not obstructed. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Ventilation fan Express Card slot Wireless network switch Description Helps cool internal components. For more information, see "Adding and removing...
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Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 52.
Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information, see "Using the DVD drive" on page 52. Plug a USB device (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port. 9 To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray's plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in "Identifying drive types" on page 52.