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MAN TRITON/TEMP/AVALON PSTR R2 04/08 8513064 Introducing: your new Gateway notebook Audio jacks Battery indicator Power indicator HDMI port (optional) Wireless network switch Memory card reader USB ports Ethernet jack Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block Express Card reader Kensington™ lock slot Modem jack (optional) Monitor port Power connector DVD drive USB port
MAN TRITON/TEMP/AVALON PSTR R2 04/08 8513064 Introducing: your new Gateway notebook Audio jacks Battery indicator Power indicator HDMI port (optional) Wireless network switch Memory card reader USB ports Ethernet jack Ventilation fan Caution: Do not block Express Card reader Kensington™ lock slot Modem jack (optional) Monitor port Power connector DVD drive USB port
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... in place. All other countries. SEE YOUR GETTING STARTED GUIDE After setting up : your new Gateway® notebook 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it in your Reference Guide. For more information, see . • Remove Express...critical updates for getting the most out of their respective companies. To ensure a high level of Gateway, Inc. CONTACT TECH SUPPORT To speak with an extra battery and fully charge batteries before traveling. • Use your notebook. • Use the optical drive only when you ...
... in place. All other countries. SEE YOUR GETTING STARTED GUIDE After setting up : your new Gateway® notebook 1 INSTALL THE BATTERY With the label side down, slide the battery into the battery compartment until it in your Reference Guide. For more information, see . • Remove Express...critical updates for getting the most out of their respective companies. To ensure a high level of Gateway, Inc. CONTACT TECH SUPPORT To speak with an extra battery and fully charge batteries before traveling. • Use your notebook. • Use the optical drive only when you ...
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... on a projector, monitor, or television . 59 Adjusting the display properties 61 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 62 Chapter 5: Managing Power 65 Monitoring the battery charge 66 Recharging the battery 66 Changing batteries 67 ii
... on a projector, monitor, or television . 59 Adjusting the display properties 61 Using the projector or monitor for a presentation . . . . 62 Chapter 5: Managing Power 65 Monitoring the battery charge 66 Recharging the battery 66 Changing batteries 67 ii
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www.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 ... 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 Recovering your system 87 Creating recovery discs 89 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 91 Returning to...
www.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 ... 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 Recovering your system 87 Creating recovery discs 89 Recovering pre-installed software and drivers 91 Returning to...
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Contents Replacing the hard drive kit 103 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 109 Safety guidelines 110 First steps 110 Troubleshooting 111 Audio 111 Battery 111 CD drives 111 Diskette drive (external 111 Display 112 DVD drives 113 Ethernet 115 Express Cards 115 File management 115 Fingerprint reader 116 Hard ... (wired 127 Networks (wireless 129 Passwords 131 Power 131 Printer 132 Sound 133 Status indicators 133 Touchpad 134 Video 134 Telephone support 134 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 134 iv
Contents Replacing the hard drive kit 103 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting 109 Safety guidelines 110 First steps 110 Troubleshooting 111 Audio 111 Battery 111 CD drives 111 Diskette drive (external 111 Display 112 DVD drives 113 Ethernet 115 Express Cards 115 File management 115 Fingerprint reader 116 Hard ... (wired 127 Networks (wireless 129 Passwords 131 Power 131 Printer 132 Sound 133 Status indicators 133 Touchpad 134 Video 134 Telephone support 134 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 134 iv
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...lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low. ■ LED solid red - Notebook is in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Battery is charging. ■ LED blinking red - Notebook is on ...- Headphone jack Power indicator Battery charge indicator Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. ■ LED on . ■ LED blinking...
...lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low. ■ LED solid red - Notebook is in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Battery is charging. ■ LED blinking red - Notebook is on ...- Headphone jack Power indicator Battery charge indicator Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. ■ LED on . ■ LED blinking...
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.... For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 2. 11 For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 67. Battery lock Slide to release the battery. Bottom Battery latch www.gateway.com Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Customer... care label Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery. Battery Provides power when the notebook is ...
.... For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 2. 11 For more information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 67. Battery lock Slide to release the battery. Bottom Battery latch www.gateway.com Battery Battery lock Memory bay Hard drive bay Customer... care label Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to unlock the battery. Battery Provides power when the notebook is ...
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... to be recalibrated. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to the AC adapter. 18 To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to ... charge. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Allow three hours for three hours, the battery may be much shorter than you use your notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original...
... to be recalibrated. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for the battery to the AC adapter. 18 To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to ... charge. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Allow three hours for three hours, the battery may be much shorter than you use your notebook or one of the same type and voltage rating as the original...
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... notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly...: • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). Protecting from your 19 The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on page 6 for the first time, turn off your notebook and leave your notebook connected ...
... notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. If the battery charge indicator does not turn blue after three hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly...: • Unplug the adapter from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). Protecting from your 19 The battery charge indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on page 6 for the first time, turn off your notebook and leave your notebook connected ...
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... seconds, then release it . 2. The Windows Task Manager dialog box opens. 3 Click the program that are not responding. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it . The notebook turns off , then turns on your notebook: • Click (Start), click the arrow next to the...
... seconds, then release it . 2. The Windows Task Manager dialog box opens. 3 Click the program that are not responding. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for about five seconds, then release it . The notebook turns off , then turns on your notebook: • Click (Start), click the arrow next to the...
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... press this feature will affect battery performance. For more information, see "Left" on or off while traveling in the ON position for this feature in bright sunlight. Press a second time to the normal brightness setting. Skip back one CD track or DVD chapter. 29 www.gateway.com Press and hold To... Use...
... press this feature will affect battery performance. For more information, see "Left" on or off while traveling in the ON position for this feature in bright sunlight. Press a second time to the normal brightness setting. Skip back one CD track or DVD chapter. 29 www.gateway.com Press and hold To... Use...
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CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 65
CHAPTER5 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 65
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... is connected to appear. • Look at the battery charge status indicator. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to prevent losing any unsaved work. Tip For more information about the battery charge status indicator, see "Recalibrating the battery" on page 6. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on...
... is connected to appear. • Look at the battery charge status indicator. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway notebook is designed to prevent losing any unsaved work. Tip For more information about the battery charge status indicator, see "Recalibrating the battery" on page 6. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on...
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.... Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. If your work and turn the notebook off the notebook. 2 Turn your Gateway notebook. To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to step 2. -ORIf your notebook is on and is not plugged...
.... Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. If your work and turn the notebook off the notebook. 2 Turn your Gateway notebook. To replace the battery: 1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC power, go to step 2. -ORIf your notebook is on and is not plugged...
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...and you may need to recalibrate your notebook over again. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Open the Advanced menu. 4 Highlight Battery Auto Learning, then select Enabled by pressing the spacebar. 5 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER... ENTER. The entire process takes several hours. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your battery. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. If recalibration is not low, you see a startup screen, press F2...
...and you may need to recalibrate your notebook over again. The BIOS Setup utility opens. 3 Open the Advanced menu. 4 Highlight Battery Auto Learning, then select Enabled by pressing the spacebar. 5 Open the Exit menu, highlight Exit Saving Changes, then press ENTER... ENTER. The entire process takes several hours. CHAPTER 5: Managing Power 7 Turn your battery. The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. If recalibration is not low, you see a startup screen, press F2...
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... initially condition (fully charge and discharge) 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. Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to AC power. 5 Charge the battery completely until the battery status indicator turns blue. For more information, see...
... initially condition (fully charge and discharge) 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. Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to AC power. 5 Charge the battery completely until the battery status indicator turns blue. For more information, see...
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...large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of power. • Recharge the battery often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. Using alternate power sources To extend battery life, use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If traveling internationally, take a single...other applications. • Copy programs from CDs or DVDs to get maximum power savings. Save the battery for maximum power savings while your notebook, see "Recharging the battery" on page 77. The display stays off auto-save features in use. • Use the ...
...large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks of power. • Recharge the battery often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. Using alternate power sources To extend battery life, use alternate power sources whenever possible. • If traveling internationally, take a single...other applications. • Copy programs from CDs or DVDs to get maximum power savings. Save the battery for maximum power savings while your notebook, see "Recharging the battery" on page 77. The display stays off auto-save features in use. • Use the ...
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... all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your work before using the information in Sleep mode, it . while your notebook's battery: • Sleep - You must turn on Hybrid Sleep mode to use the following power modes to lengthen the life of your notebook is in current... memory, thus reducing startup time. 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 similar...
... all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your work before using the information in Sleep mode, it . while your notebook's battery: • Sleep - You must turn on Hybrid Sleep mode to use the following power modes to lengthen the life of your notebook is in current... memory, thus reducing startup time. 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 similar...
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... want ...then is... Hybrid Sleep mode On Enter Hibernate Click (Start), click mode the arrow next to ... CHAPTER 5: Managing Power When in order to extend battery life. Use this plan if you will be away from the Windows Mobility Center by changing power settings on your notebook ...and you change the... power settings. You can change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver -
... want ...then is... Hybrid Sleep mode On Enter Hibernate Click (Start), click mode the arrow next to ... CHAPTER 5: Managing Power When in order to extend battery life. Use this plan if you will be away from the Windows Mobility Center by changing power settings on your notebook ...and you change the... power settings. You can change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life. • Power saver -
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This power plan sacrifices battery life in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 73 The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 2 Click (Change power settings). The Select a power plan window ... plan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Use this plan if you are accustomed to gain performance. www.gateway.com • High performance - Your battery may not last as long as you need additional computing power for your program. Type the keyword power plan in order to under...
This power plan sacrifices battery life in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. 73 The Windows Mobility Center window opens. 2 Click (Change power settings). The Select a power plan window ... plan: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, then click Windows Mobility Center. Use this plan if you are accustomed to gain performance. www.gateway.com • High performance - Your battery may not last as long as you need additional computing power for your program. Type the keyword power plan in order to under...