Gateway MX6428 Support Question
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Question posted by Linda4CP1 on September 20th, 2011
How Do I Remove A Bios Password On Gateway Mx6428?
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Answer #1: Posted by kcmjr on September 20th, 2011 11:32 AM
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Gateway has a doc that describes the process.
http://support.gateway.com/s/Servers/COMPO/MOTHERBD/m00299/m0029914.shtml
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8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 3
..., and network cable before replacing a component. Replacing the DVD Drive
7 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the keyboard screw and put it in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Screw
Technical Support See the label on the outside of antistatic bags because...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 4
... with the screw removed in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the drive bay by pushing on the DVD bracket. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks...
11 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. 10 Slide the DVD drive out of Gateway, Inc. Technical Support See the label on your notebook over.
16 Connect the power adapter, modem...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 5
...; 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are ready to replace the hard drive. ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in the online User Guide. Do not lay components on the bottom of your notebook.
2 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge."
3 Turn off your online hardware guide.
7 Remove the two...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 6
... notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.
2
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© 2006 Gateway, Inc. 8 Remove the four screws that secure the cover to the drive.
12 ...screen instructions. See your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. Screws
Screws
9 Remove the cover from Gateway with the operating system, applications, and drivers installed, you will see the Windows...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 7
... & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is marked with notebook components, follow these screws cannot be removed), then remove the bay covers.
8 If your notebook has the two optional keyboard screws, remove them . www.gateway.com
© 2006 Gateway, Inc. Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 9
...surface on the bottom of Gateway, Inc.
Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is facing up, then remove the battery.
Before working with a K.
Gateway and eMachines are ready to...• Avoid static-causing surfaces such as electrostatic discharge (ESD). www.gateway.com
© 2006 Gateway, Inc. All rights reserved.
Screw
Preventing static electricity discharge
The components...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 10
... Turn on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care Information. 8 If you are removing a memory module, gently press outward on the clip at a 30-degree angle and insert it can only be inserted in one direction.
Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Replacing the Memory...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 11
Screw
Preventing static electricity discharge
The components inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection.
• Always hold components by Gateway, or a Gateway authorized representative, explicitly for your notebook may be removed), then remove wireless network bay cover. Never slide components over any PC Cards.
5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then...
8511418 - Component Replacement Manual - Page 12
... module slot.
12 Move the antenna wires out of the notebook for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.
2
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© 2006 Gateway, Inc. If your card is held by a screw, remove the screw. See your hardware guide for Customer Care Information. All other countries. Technical Support See the label on the...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 3
...guide 2 Accessing the online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 2
Gateway model and serial number 2 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 3
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 5
Identifying features 6 Front 6 ...25 Using a memory card 26 Removing a memory card 26 Adding and removing a PC Card 26 Changing batteries 27 Recalibrating the battery 29 Ordering ...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 4
Contents
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Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook 31
Preventing static electricity discharge 32 Adding or replacing memory 32 Replacing the DVD drive 35 Replacing the hard drive kit 38 Replacing the keyboard 40
Removing the keyboard 40 Installing the keyboard 45
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information 47
Index 59
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8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 9
CHAPTER 2
Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook
• Identifying features • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable... your wireless radio on or off • Using the DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card • Changing batteries • Recalibrating the battery • Ordering accessories
5
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 12
... more information, see "Connecting the dial-up modem" on page 26. For more information, see "Adding and removing a PC Card" on page 13.
8 Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA,...
Plug an Ethernet network cable into this slot. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook
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PC Card slot
Memory card
reader
USB ports
IEEE 1394 port
Ethernet jack...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 20
...
steps until your notebook:
1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. Unplug the power cord and remove the
battery for
about five seconds, then release it on again.
If your notebook ...notebook.
The Windows Security dialog box opens.
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Restarting (rebooting) your notebook
Important
If your notebook does not turn it . 2. To...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 23
... plugged into
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Warning: Radio ... the display on commercial aircraft. To...
Turn the optional Bluetooth feature on or off . www.gateway.com
Using the keyboard
Key type Icon
FN key
Numeric keypad
Description
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8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 30
... notebook.
Hot-swapping means that you restart your notebook.
26 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook
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Using a memory card
To access a file on a memory card:
1 Click Start..., then click My Computer.
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8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 31
... AC outlet, you can change the battery:
1 If your notebook off your Gateway notebook. Turn off while changing the battery. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Changing batteries
To remove a PC Card:
1 Click the remove hardware click Stop. Changing batteries
Warning
Danger of used in the taskbar, the...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 33
... See "Changing batteries" on battery power for accessories or supplies. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you think they should also recalibrate the battery.... www.gateway.com
Recalibrating the battery
Recalibrating the battery
Important
Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. The entire process will take several hours.
The BIOS Setup utility...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 36
... discharge (ESD). The modules are extremely sensitive to a bare metal part of
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■ Remove components from their edges.
Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual ...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference - Page 37
...remove any PC cards.
5 Turn your model, not all screws may be removed). Be careful not to lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. www.gateway.com
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The keyboard screw hole is facing up, then remove... Screw
7 Use the thumb notch to break off the tabs located on page 27.
6 Remove the keyboard screw shown in the following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these...
