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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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... information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this section are...
... information and maintenance instructions that includes information on your online User Guide: • Click (Start), All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Accessing your online User Guide In addition to your model of Gateway notebook. Gateway contact information Important The labels shown in -depth, easy-to-read manual that are specific to this section are...
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... the product key code for assistance. For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Microsoft Certificate of...
... the product key code for assistance. For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway's Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Microsoft Certificate of...
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... in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Notebook is on - Battery is very low. 6 Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is charging. ■ LED blinking red ...solid red - Headphone jack Power indicator Battery charge indicator Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. ■ LED on . ■ LED blinking - Notebook is malfunctioning. The built-in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep mode. ■ LED off . ■ LED blue - Battery charge is fully charged. ■...
... in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Notebook is on - Battery is very low. 6 Important: This LED only lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is charging. ■ LED blinking red ...solid red - Headphone jack Power indicator Battery charge indicator Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. ■ LED on . ■ LED blinking - Notebook is malfunctioning. The built-in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep mode. ■ LED off . ■ LED blue - Battery charge is fully charged. ■...
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...using the FN+F2 or FN+F6 buttons. The switch must be turned off " on page 57. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Ventilation fan Express Card slot Wireless network switch Description Helps cool internal components. If these slots. For more information, see... "Adding and removing an Express Card" on page 47. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on commercial aircraft. Enable or disable the optional IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio and optional Bluetooth radio. Insert one Type 54...
...using the FN+F2 or FN+F6 buttons. The switch must be turned off " on page 57. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Ventilation fan Express Card slot Wireless network switch Description Helps cool internal components. If these slots. For more information, see... "Adding and removing an Express Card" on page 47. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with the notebook resting on commercial aircraft. Enable or disable the optional IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio and optional Bluetooth radio. Insert one Type 54...
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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. 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. 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
Right www.gateway.com Component DVD drive USB port DVD drive Icon Description USB port Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. 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. 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
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Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Optional modem jack Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 59. For more ... modem cable into this port. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this slot. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this connector. 10 Plug the AC adapter cable into this optional jack.
Back CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Optional modem jack Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description Power connector Monitor port Modem jack (optional) Plug a dial-up modem" on page 59. For more ... modem cable into this port. Monitor port Power connector Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this slot. Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this connector. 10 Plug the AC adapter cable into this optional jack.
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Slide to release the battery. Bottom www.gateway.com Battery Battery latch Customer care label Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Battery lock Memory bay Component Icon Customer Care label Battery ... information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 67. The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 67. Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 2. Slide to unlock the battery.
Slide to release the battery. Bottom www.gateway.com Battery Battery latch Customer care label Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No: Battery lock Memory bay Component Icon Customer Care label Battery ... information, see "Adding or replacing memory modules" on page 67. The hard drive is not plugged into AC power. For more information, see "Gateway contact information" on page 67. Provides power when the notebook is located in this bay. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 2. Slide to unlock the battery.
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... "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 26. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Speaker Optional multimedia panel Power button Keyboard Speaker Status indicators Optionalfingerprint Touchpad reader Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a mouse...
... "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 26. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Keyboard area Speaker Optional multimedia panel Power button Keyboard Speaker Status indicators Optionalfingerprint Touchpad reader Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the functionality of a mouse...
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... with the optional webcam. For more information, see who they are communicating with when making Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) calls. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook LCD panel Optional microphone Optional webcam Optional webcam status indicator Component Microphone (optional) Webcam (optional) Webcam status indicator (optional) Icon Description Use to let others...
... with the optional webcam. For more information, see who they are communicating with when making Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) calls. CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook LCD panel Optional microphone Optional webcam Optional webcam status indicator Component Microphone (optional) Webcam (optional) Webcam status indicator (optional) Icon Description Use to let others...
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...; 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 (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad...
...; 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 (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad...
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... to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it rests on distant objects. • Where feasible, keep your notebook's ventilation openings clear of obstructions, or your notebook may overheat, increasing the risk of fire and personal injury. Every 10 or 15 minutes, look around the room, and...your line of sight. • Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. • Although notebooks are sometimes called "laptops," do not use your notebook on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect...
... to the floor. • Adjust the screen so it rests on distant objects. • Where feasible, keep your notebook's ventilation openings clear of obstructions, or your notebook may overheat, increasing the risk of fire and personal injury. Every 10 or 15 minutes, look around the room, and...your line of sight. • Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. • Although notebooks are sometimes called "laptops," do not use your notebook on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect...
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... Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is at your notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your elbow. Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain • Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition...positioned parallel to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. You can use a footrest to provide extra back support. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk ...
... Make sure that is comfortable, distributes your weight evenly, and keeps your body relaxed. • Position your chair so the keyboard is at your notebook • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your elbow. Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain • Vary your activities to avoid excessive repetition...positioned parallel to the floor when you use the keyboard and touchpad. You can use a footrest to provide extra back support. www.gateway.com Setting up your computer desk and chair When you are setting up your computer desk and chair, make sure that the desk ...
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... cord if it becomes damaged. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Allow three hours for three hours, the battery may need to fully charge. Important If the battery is not... inside. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Warning Do not attempt to you expect. You should use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook may be damaged. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with ...
... cord if it becomes damaged. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Connecting the AC adapter You can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Allow three hours for three hours, the battery may need to fully charge. Important If the battery is not... inside. The replacement cord must be of the same type purchased from Gateway. Warning Do not attempt to you expect. You should use the AC adapter that can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook may be damaged. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that came with ...
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...power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). Protect your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your 19 The battery charge ...indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to toggle the status lights on page 2. Protecting from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to ...
...power surge, the voltage level of the battery charge indicator). Protect your notebook's power connector. 3 Plug the power cord into your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. www.gateway.com 2 Connect the AC adapter to your 19 The battery charge ...indicator turns on (see "Gateway contact information" on and off. • Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to toggle the status lights on page 2. Protecting from your notebook, then plug it back in. • Press FN+F1 to ...
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... pull the sleeve back to make sure that you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. To protect your notebook through both the surge protector and the modem. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. To connect to a cable... avoid electrical shock, use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network. Connecting to a broadband modem or network Your notebook has a network jack that the plug locks into the jack. 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or ...
... pull the sleeve back to make sure that you have a cable modem, use a surge protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. To protect your notebook through both the surge protector and the modem. During an electrical storm, unplug both the power cord and the modem connection. To connect to a cable... avoid electrical shock, use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to a wired Ethernet network. Connecting to a broadband modem or network Your notebook has a network jack that the plug locks into the jack. 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or ...
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...www.gateway.com Connecting the optional dial-up modem Your notebook may become hot enough to a standard telephone line. To connect the optional modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on your skin. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are blocked, the notebook ...digital or PBX telephone lines. If the air vents are not obstructed. Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other end of fire, use the notebook on your dialup modem connection. Do not use only No. 26 AWG or larger ...
...www.gateway.com Connecting the optional dial-up modem Your notebook may become hot enough to a standard telephone line. To connect the optional modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on your skin. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are blocked, the notebook ...digital or PBX telephone lines. If the air vents are not obstructed. Starting your notebook Warning Do not work with the notebook resting on a bed, sofa, rug, or other end of fire, use the notebook on your dialup modem connection. Do not use only No. 26 AWG or larger ...
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... speakers. Tip For more information on using Windows, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 58. Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting your notebook for its setup instructions. 5 To open the main menu, click (Start). For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing... instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your online User Guide. 22 CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To start your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
... speakers. Tip For more information on using Windows, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 58. Tip See the documentation that menu, you are starting your notebook for its setup instructions. 5 To open the main menu, click (Start). For more information about changing the power button mode, see "Using Windows" and "Customizing... instructions to select the language and time zone and to create your online User Guide. 22 CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started To start your notebook: 1 Lift the LCD panel. 2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
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... easiest way to power down most system operations to sleep: • Click (Start), then click (power). The notebook saves your notebook is an alternative to save power. www.gateway.com Waking up . When you left them . If your session and partially shuts down to Sleep mode. Although ...it does not turn your notebook completely off, it up your notebook When you close the LCD panel without turning off . To put your notebook for several minutes...
... easiest way to power down most system operations to sleep: • Click (Start), then click (power). The notebook saves your notebook is an alternative to save power. www.gateway.com Waking up . When you left them . If your session and partially shuts down to Sleep mode. Although ...it does not turn your notebook completely off, it up your notebook When you close the LCD panel without turning off . To put your notebook for several minutes...