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... 56 Adding and removing an Express Card 57 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 58 Connecting a USB device 58 Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television . 59 Adjusting the display properties 61 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 62 Ordering accessories 63 Chapter 5: Managing Power 65 Monitoring the battery charge...
... 56 Adding and removing an Express Card 57 Installing a printer or other peripheral device 58 Connecting a USB device 58 Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television . 59 Adjusting the display properties 61 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 62 Ordering accessories 63 Chapter 5: Managing Power 65 Monitoring the battery charge...
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... drive kit 107 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 113 Safety guidelines 114 First steps 114 Troubleshooting 115 Audio 115 Battery 115 CD drives 115 Diskette drive (external 115 Display 116 DVD drives 117 Ethernet 119 Express Cards 119 File management 119 Fingerprint reader 120 Hard drive 120 Internet 121 Keyboard 122 Media Center 123... (wired 131 Networks (wireless 133 Passwords 135 Power 135 Printer 136 Sound 137 Status indicators 137 Touchpad 138 Video 138 Telephone support 138 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 138 iv
... drive kit 107 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 113 Safety guidelines 114 First steps 114 Troubleshooting 115 Audio 115 Battery 115 CD drives 115 Diskette drive (external 115 Display 116 DVD drives 117 Ethernet 119 Express Cards 119 File management 119 Fingerprint reader 120 Hard drive 120 Internet 121 Keyboard 122 Media Center 123... (wired 131 Networks (wireless 133 Passwords 135 Power 135 Printer 136 Sound 137 Status indicators 137 Touchpad 138 Video 138 Telephone support 138 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 138 iv
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...memory card reader. For more information, see "Connecting to a broadband modem or network" on page 20. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 55. For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 59. Left Ethernet... jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader Optional HDMI out jack Component USB ports Icon Ventilation fan Description Wireless network switch Express Card slot Ethernet jack Plug...
...memory card reader. For more information, see "Connecting to a broadband modem or network" on page 20. For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 55. For more information, see "Using the memory card reader" on page 59. Left Ethernet... jack www.gateway.com Memory card reader Optional HDMI out jack Component USB ports Icon Ventilation fan Description Wireless network switch Express Card slot Ethernet jack Plug...
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For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 21. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this connector. 10 Kensington™ ...
For more information, see "Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television" on page 21. For more information, see "Connecting the optional dial-up modem cable into this connector. 10 Kensington™ ...
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... commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be plugged into the monitor port or HDMI port on your notebook) ■ Both displays at the same time, your online User Guide. Important: The wireless network switch must be in the following order: ■ The LCD ...(a monitor or projector must be turned off . Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on page 25. Toggle the notebook display in the ON position for this system key... FN, then press this button to leave Sleep mode. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting ...
... commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be plugged into the monitor port or HDMI port on your notebook) ■ Both displays at the same time, your online User Guide. Important: The wireless network switch must be in the following order: ■ The LCD ...(a monitor or projector must be turned off . Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on page 25. Toggle the notebook display in the ON position for this system key... FN, then press this button to leave Sleep mode. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting ...
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...for this feature in dim lighting situations. For more information, see "Left" on commercial aircraft. Press a third time to return the display to decrease the brightness below the normal lowest brightness setting. Stop playing the CD or DVD. Skip back one CD track or DVD... chapter. 29 www.gateway.com Press and hold To... Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Turn the optional Bluetooth radio on...
...for this feature in dim lighting situations. For more information, see "Left" on commercial aircraft. Press a third time to return the display to decrease the brightness below the normal lowest brightness setting. Stop playing the CD or DVD. Skip back one CD track or DVD... chapter. 29 www.gateway.com Press and hold To... Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. Turn the optional Bluetooth radio on...
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Press the key combination again to restore the sound. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 45. 30 For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 45. Increase volume. Decrease the brightness of the display. Mute the sound. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 45. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Press and hold To... FN, then press this system key... Increase the brightness of the display. Decrease volume.
Press the key combination again to restore the sound. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 45. 30 For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 45. Increase volume. Decrease the brightness of the display. Mute the sound. For more information, see "Adjusting the volume" on page 45. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Press and hold To... FN, then press this system key... Increase the brightness of the display. Decrease volume.
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CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing an Express Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television • Ordering accessories 51
CHAPTER4 Using Drives and Accessories • Using the DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing an Express Card • Installing a printer or other peripheral device • Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television • Ordering accessories 51
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To use your notebook for giving presentations by connecting an external monitor, projector, or television to your monitor (VGA) or optional HDMI port. Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television You can use a projector, monitor, or television: 1 Turn off your notebook. 2 If you are using the HDMI port, ... one end of the USB cable to your device. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to a USB port on your notebook. www.gateway.com To connect your USB device to your notebook: 1 Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the monitor, projector, or television. 59 Simultaneous...
To use your notebook for giving presentations by connecting an external monitor, projector, or television to your monitor (VGA) or optional HDMI port. Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television You can use a projector, monitor, or television: 1 Turn off your notebook. 2 If you are using the HDMI port, ... one end of the USB cable to your device. 2 Connect the other end of the cable to a USB port on your notebook. www.gateway.com To connect your USB device to your notebook: 1 Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the monitor, projector, or television. 59 Simultaneous...
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Windows recognizes the new hardware and the New Display Detected dialog box opens. 6 Select the options for the projector, monitor, or television, then click OK. 60 CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories 3 Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the monitor port on your notebook. -ORPlug the other end of the HDMI cable into the optional HDMI port on your notebook. 4 Turn on your notebook. 5 Plug the projector's, monitor's, or television's power cord into an AC power source and turn it on.
Windows recognizes the new hardware and the New Display Detected dialog box opens. 6 Select the options for the projector, monitor, or television, then click OK. 60 CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories 3 Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the monitor port on your notebook. -ORPlug the other end of the HDMI cable into the optional HDMI port on your notebook. 4 Turn on your notebook. 5 Plug the projector's, monitor's, or television's power cord into an AC power source and turn it on.
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.... Important If a monitor, projector, or television is connected and you close the LCD panel, your online User Guide. 2 Click (Change display settings). Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your notebook may turn off the...between viewing the display on the LCD panel, viewing the display on the projector, monitor, or television, and viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. www.gateway.com 7 Press FN+F4 to use the display as an ...
.... Important If a monitor, projector, or television is connected and you close the LCD panel, your online User Guide. 2 Click (Change display settings). Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your notebook may turn off the...between viewing the display on the LCD panel, viewing the display on the projector, monitor, or television, and viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. www.gateway.com 7 Press FN+F4 to use the display as an ...
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... as Resolution or Colors if necessary. 5 To use the monitor, projector, or television as an extension of your desktop (increasing the size of the notebook display (both displays have the same content), click to deselect the check box for a presentation: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Using the...
... as Resolution or Colors if necessary. 5 To use the monitor, projector, or television as an extension of your desktop (increasing the size of the notebook display (both displays have the same content), click to deselect the check box for a presentation: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Using the...
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..., see "Recalibrating the battery" on page 6. Recharging the battery The battery recharges while it is installed and your battery charge indicator displays what looks like an inaccurate charge, you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on ....66 While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on battery power. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to prevent losing any unsaved work. This design provides you may need to AC power. If your notebook is ...
..., see "Recalibrating the battery" on page 6. Recharging the battery The battery recharges while it is installed and your battery charge indicator displays what looks like an inaccurate charge, you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on ....66 While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on battery power. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to prevent losing any unsaved work. This design provides you may need to AC power. If your notebook is ...
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The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. You should also recalibrate the battery periodically to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC ...
The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. You should also recalibrate the battery periodically to exit" appears. 7 Press ESC. To recalibrate the battery using BIOS: 1 Connect the AC ...
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...from your notebook battery, we recommend that you do not need them. www.gateway.com 3 Completely discharge the battery. 4 After the battery is no memory. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. Several partial discharges with frequent ...recharges are not being used. 69 Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to power your notebook: • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display ...
...from your notebook battery, we recommend that you do not need them. www.gateway.com 3 Completely discharge the battery. 4 After the battery is no memory. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on the Customer Care label. Several partial discharges with frequent ...recharges are not being used. 69 Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to power your notebook: • Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth. • Dim the display ...
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...and under banks of an external mouse. • Decrease or mute speaker volume. • Turn off all scheduled tasks. • Turn off the display while you are not using your notebook, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" on page 66. For more information, see "Changing notebook power settings" on ... and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. Tip For more information about using power plans, see "Recharging the battery" on page 77. The display stays off until you open the panel again. • Use Hibernate mode for times when you will have access to support pillars, in -...
...and under banks of an external mouse. • Decrease or mute speaker volume. • Turn off all scheduled tasks. • Turn off the display while you are not using your notebook, see "Traveling with Your Notebook" on page 66. For more information, see "Changing notebook power settings" on ... and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. Tip For more information about using power plans, see "Recharging the battery" on page 77. The display stays off until you open the panel again. • Use Hibernate mode for times when you will have access to support pillars, in -...
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...The next time you turn on your notebook is in Hybrid Sleep mode, it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off similar to Sleep mode. You must turn on page 74. while your notebook, it reads the memory information from the ... disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive similar to Hibernate mode. www.gateway.com Changing power modes You can use it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off. • Hibernate - (also called save your notebook's battery: • Sleep -...
...The next time you turn on your notebook is in Hybrid Sleep mode, it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off similar to Sleep mode. You must turn on page 74. while your notebook, it reads the memory information from the ... disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive similar to Hibernate mode. www.gateway.com Changing power modes You can use it switches to a low power state where devices, such as the display and drives, turn off. • Hibernate - (also called save your notebook's battery: • Sleep -...
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... plans and adjusting advanced power settings. Changing the power plan Power plans (groups of time. You can change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is automatically turned off . If your notebook saves all memory information to ... On Enter Sleep or Press FN+F3. This is ... You...
... plans and adjusting advanced power settings. Changing the power plan Power plans (groups of time. You can change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is automatically turned off . If your notebook saves all memory information to ... On Enter Sleep or Press FN+F3. This is ... You...
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... as soon as you see your notebook display. Also, tape your business card or an address label to your notebook and accessories. • Whoever sits next to you or behind you can see a startup screen, press F2. Important You must return your notebook to Gateway for service. The startup password is difficult...
... as soon as you see your notebook display. Also, tape your business card or an address label to your notebook and accessories. • Whoever sits next to you or behind you can see a startup screen, press F2. Important You must return your notebook to Gateway for service. The startup password is difficult...
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...restarting your notebook. Make sure that the diskette you are IBM-compatible. If the indicator stays on the diskette and try using the diskette again. Display The screen is IBM-compatible. • Try a different diskette. For instructions on changing the screen resolution, see "Changing the color depth and screen... on the diskette. For more information about adjusting the brightness, see a "Disk is not correct • Change the screen resolution from the Display Settings dialog box. You see "Adjusting the brightness" on the diskette. • Try a different diskette.
...restarting your notebook. Make sure that the diskette you are IBM-compatible. If the indicator stays on the diskette and try using the diskette again. Display The screen is IBM-compatible. • Try a different diskette. For instructions on changing the screen resolution, see "Changing the color depth and screen... on the diskette. For more information about adjusting the brightness, see a "Disk is not correct • Change the screen resolution from the Display Settings dialog box. You see "Adjusting the brightness" on the diskette. • Try a different diskette.