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Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Bottom 9 Keyboard area 10 ...to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting your convertible notebook 19 Waking up your convertible notebook 21 Turning off your convertible notebook 21 Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook 22 Using the status indicators 23 Using the keyboard 25...
Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference 1 About this guide 2 Accessing your online User Guide 2 Gateway contact information 3 Gateway model and serial number 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 For more information 4 Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . 5 Front 6 Left 7 Right 8 Bottom 9 Keyboard area 10 ...to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting your convertible notebook 19 Waking up your convertible notebook 21 Turning off your convertible notebook 21 Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook 22 Using the status indicators 23 Using the keyboard 25...
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... 36 Using the Fingerprint Control Center 38 Using the fingerprint reader features 39 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 40 Using the display 42 Converting from notebook to tablet mode 43 Changing display orientation 44 Adjusting brightness 44 Using the digital pen 45 Storing and removing the digital pen 45 Pen lost alarm...
... 36 Using the Fingerprint Control Center 38 Using the fingerprint reader features 39 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 40 Using the display 42 Converting from notebook to tablet mode 43 Changing display orientation 44 Adjusting brightness 44 Using the digital pen 45 Storing and removing the digital pen 45 Pen lost alarm...
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... batteries" on page 69. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 69. Keyboard area Tablet control buttons/Status indicators Microphone Keyboard Optional fingerprint reader Power button Power button lock Touchpad 10 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Battery latch Main battery Battery lock Hard drive bay Pen latch Digital pen...
... batteries" on page 69. For more information, see "Changing batteries" on page 69. Keyboard area Tablet control buttons/Status indicators Microphone Keyboard Optional fingerprint reader Power button Power button lock Touchpad 10 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Notebook Component Icon Battery latch Main battery Battery lock Hard drive bay Pen latch Digital pen...
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... See "Using the tablet control buttons" on page 25. You can also configure the power button for a description of your microphone jack, see "Using the keyboard" on page 30 ... all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Power button lock Locks the power button so the convertible notebook cannot be accidently turned off when using it in microphone is turned off . www.gateway.com Component Icon Description Fingerprint reader (optional) Provides enhanced security. For more information, see "Using the optional fingerprint...
... See "Using the tablet control buttons" on page 25. You can also configure the power button for a description of your microphone jack, see "Using the keyboard" on page 30 ... all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Power button lock Locks the power button so the convertible notebook cannot be accidently turned off when using it in microphone is turned off . www.gateway.com Component Icon Description Fingerprint reader (optional) Provides enhanced security. For more information, see "Using the optional fingerprint...
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... dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Starting your convertible notebook • Turning off your convertible notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the tablet control buttons • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad...
... dial-up modem • Connecting to a broadband modem or network • Starting your convertible notebook • Turning off your convertible notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the tablet control buttons • Using the optional fingerprint reader • Using the EZ Pad touchpad...
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...not responding. 4 Click or tap End Task. 5 Click or tap X in Windows to save power. Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook If your convertible notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, digital pen, or mouse input, you cannot use the Shut Down option in the top-right ...session and shuts down to turn off your convertible notebook: • Click or tap (Start), click or tap the arrow next to restart (reboot) your convertible notebook. For more information, see "Using the tablet control buttons" on your convertible notebook, press and hold the power button for some ...
...not responding. 4 Click or tap End Task. 5 Click or tap X in Windows to save power. Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook If your convertible notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, digital pen, or mouse input, you cannot use the Shut Down option in the top-right ...session and shuts down to turn off your convertible notebook: • Click or tap (Start), click or tap the arrow next to restart (reboot) your convertible notebook. For more information, see "Using the tablet control buttons" on your convertible notebook, press and hold the power button for some ...
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CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the tablet control buttons Important Tablet control buttons vary by model and features ordered. Windows Mode Screen security rotation Mobility center Five-way switch Key type Icon Description Screen rotation Windows... 30 Provides the same action as pressing CTRL+ALT+DELETE. Opens the Windows Mobility Center. For more information, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in tablet mode. Tablet control buttons for select models Press the tablet control buttons to control the convertible notebook while it is in your convertible...
CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the tablet control buttons Important Tablet control buttons vary by model and features ordered. Windows Mode Screen security rotation Mobility center Five-way switch Key type Icon Description Screen rotation Windows... 30 Provides the same action as pressing CTRL+ALT+DELETE. Opens the Windows Mobility Center. For more information, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in tablet mode. Tablet control buttons for select models Press the tablet control buttons to control the convertible notebook while it is in your convertible...
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Controls scrolling in documents and in tablet mode. Forward/Back (browser) ■ Center - Volume up and down ■ Center - For more information, see "Changing display orientation" on page 22. 31 Controls audio ...) your Internet browser as follows: ■ Up/Down - Tablet control buttons for the five-way switch. www.gateway.com Key type Mode Icon Description Select the mode for select models Press the tablet control buttons to control the convertible notebook while it is in your convertible notebook" on page 44. Mute sound. Five-way switch...
Controls scrolling in documents and in tablet mode. Forward/Back (browser) ■ Center - Volume up and down ■ Center - For more information, see "Changing display orientation" on page 22. 31 Controls audio ...) your Internet browser as follows: ■ Up/Down - Tablet control buttons for the five-way switch. www.gateway.com Key type Mode Icon Description Select the mode for select models Press the tablet control buttons to control the convertible notebook while it is in your convertible notebook" on page 44. Mute sound. Five-way switch...
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...panel hinge. You hear a click when the LCD panel latch locks. 43 www.gateway.com Converting from notebook to tablet mode You can use the digital pen to write on the screen when the convertible notebook is in notebook mode, for best results and maximum stability, only write on the screen while the... convertible notebook is in the direction of the rotational arrow until the back of the panel is facing you can convert the display from notebook mode to tablet mode: 1 Open the LCD panel to the normal viewing position. 2 ...
...panel hinge. You hear a click when the LCD panel latch locks. 43 www.gateway.com Converting from notebook to tablet mode You can use the digital pen to write on the screen when the convertible notebook is in notebook mode, for best results and maximum stability, only write on the screen while the... convertible notebook is in the direction of the rotational arrow until the back of the panel is facing you can convert the display from notebook mode to tablet mode: 1 Open the LCD panel to the normal viewing position. 2 ...
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...the keyboard. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started 5 Slide the power button lock into the locked position to prevent the convertible notebook from the default) using the Screen Rotation button. The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Changing display orientation You can change display orientation..., see "Customizing Windows" in the online User Guide. 44 Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the tablet control buttons" on page 30. -ORPress the Mobility Center button . For more information, see "Customizing Windows" in the online User...
...the keyboard. CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started 5 Slide the power button lock into the locked position to prevent the convertible notebook from the default) using the Screen Rotation button. The Windows Mobility Center window opens. Changing display orientation You can change display orientation..., see "Customizing Windows" in the online User Guide. 44 Tip For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the tablet control buttons" on page 30. -ORPress the Mobility Center button . For more information, see "Customizing Windows" in the online User...
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...increase volume and down to the volume level you are using hardware controls: • If you want. For more information, see "Using the tablet control buttons" on page 30. -ORUse the mute and volume control buttons on the front of your online User Guide. Tip For more information...volume, click or tap (Mute). For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your convertible notebook. www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -ORUse the five-way switch. ...
...increase volume and down to the volume level you are using hardware controls: • If you want. For more information, see "Using the tablet control buttons" on page 30. -ORUse the mute and volume control buttons on the front of your online User Guide. Tip For more information...volume, click or tap (Mute). For more information about the Windows Mobility Center, see "Using the Windows Mobility Center" in your convertible notebook. www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of the speakers. -ORUse the five-way switch. ...
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... is no disc in it does not have a charged main battery and is not directly connected to tablet mode" on page 43. 4 Disconnect your convertible notebook from the optional port replicator. 5 Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 6 Remove the modular bay lock screw (if one is ...in Sleep or Hibernate mode. Modular bay lock screw 52 CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories Changing modules Your convertible notebook's modular bay supports different bay modules, such as a CD, combination DVD/CD-RW, or multi-format DVD±RW drive, or a multibay battery...
... is no disc in it does not have a charged main battery and is not directly connected to tablet mode" on page 43. 4 Disconnect your convertible notebook from the optional port replicator. 5 Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 6 Remove the modular bay lock screw (if one is ...in Sleep or Hibernate mode. Modular bay lock screw 52 CHAPTER 4: Using Drives and Accessories Changing modules Your convertible notebook's modular bay supports different bay modules, such as a CD, combination DVD/CD-RW, or multi-format DVD±RW drive, or a multibay battery...
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... battery so you think they should, try replacing your programs are running more information about using an additional battery. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you can swap batteries when necessary. If your existing hard drive with a larger drive. ...you need additional space for more memory. Bay modules Your convertible notebook's modular bay supports different bay modules, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of memory. Accessories may want to other tablet pens, plastic pens, or PDA stylus. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives...
... battery so you think they should, try replacing your programs are running more information about using an additional battery. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you can swap batteries when necessary. If your existing hard drive with a larger drive. ...you need additional space for more memory. Bay modules Your convertible notebook's modular bay supports different bay modules, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of memory. Accessories may want to other tablet pens, plastic pens, or PDA stylus. CHAPTER 4: Using Drives...
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... bottom is in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Keep away from notebook to tablet mode" on . For more information, see "Converting from children. Discard used batteries promptly. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Replacing the main battery Warning Danger of used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations...
... bottom is in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Keep away from notebook to tablet mode" on . For more information, see "Converting from children. Discard used batteries promptly. www.gateway.com Changing batteries Replacing the main battery Warning Danger of used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations...
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...so it should be exposed to or immersed in liquids. 87 www.gateway.com Display screen • Use only your writing hand should not be placed on top of the display. • Protect the display surface from notebook to tablet mode" on page 43. • Never spray or pour liquids... anything directly on the display. Dampen the cloth with your convertible notebook to wipe away dust and fingerprints. Digital pen • Always store the digital pen in the Gateway convertible notebook's pen holder when not in the notebook orientation and closing it up immediately. Do not write on the ...
...so it should be exposed to or immersed in liquids. 87 www.gateway.com Display screen • Use only your writing hand should not be placed on top of the display. • Protect the display surface from notebook to tablet mode" on page 43. • Never spray or pour liquids... anything directly on the display. Dampen the cloth with your convertible notebook to wipe away dust and fingerprints. Digital pen • Always store the digital pen in the Gateway convertible notebook's pen holder when not in the notebook orientation and closing it up immediately. Do not write on the ...
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... or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 43. 4 Disconnect from notebook to tablet mode" on page 106. 2 Turn off your Gateway convertible notebook. The modules are connected to the convertible notebook. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. For more information, see "Converting from the optional...
... or replace memory modules: 1 Follow the guidelines under "Preventing static electricity discharge" on page 43. 4 Disconnect from notebook to tablet mode" on page 106. 2 Turn off your Gateway convertible notebook. The modules are connected to the convertible notebook. 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to replace memory modules. For more information, see "Converting from the optional...
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...optional port replicator. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are connected to the convertible notebook. 8 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to tablet mode" on page 106. 4 Turn off your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. For more information, see "...drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. For more hard drive capacity, you want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to...
...optional port replicator. 7 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are connected to the convertible notebook. 8 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to tablet mode" on page 106. 4 Turn off your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. For more information, see "...drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. For more hard drive capacity, you want to transfer to replace the hard drive kit. CHAPTER 8: Upgrading Your Notebook Replacing the hard drive kit Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to...
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...8226; Run Error checking on the diskette. For instructions on running Error checking, see "Using Tablet PC" in the upper-right corner of the diskette down and restart your convertible notebook. For instructions on recalibrating your online User Guide. 118 You see a "Disk is not ...recognized • Shut down (unprotected). • The diskette may be read by Gateway for errors" in both Landscape and Portrait mode...
...8226; Run Error checking on the diskette. For instructions on running Error checking, see "Using Tablet PC" in the upper-right corner of the diskette down and restart your convertible notebook. For instructions on recalibrating your online User Guide. 118 You see a "Disk is not ...recognized • Shut down (unprotected). • The diskette may be read by Gateway for errors" in both Landscape and Portrait mode...
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www.gateway.com system key combinations 27 toggle display 27 Windows 25, 26 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 3 serial number 3 laser printer 65 latch battery ... supported 56 using 55 microphone built-in 11 jack 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Microsoft System Restore 98 Mobility Center button 30 mode button 31, 32 notebook 43 tablet 43 model number 3, 82 modem cable 7, 19 connecting 18, 19 dial-up 80 DSL 7, 19 international adapter 80 jack (dial-up) 8, 18 troubleshooting 129...
www.gateway.com system key combinations 27 toggle display 27 Windows 25, 26 L labels Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 3 serial number 3 laser printer 65 latch battery ... supported 56 using 55 microphone built-in 11 jack 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 Microsoft System Restore 98 Mobility Center button 30 mode button 31, 32 notebook 43 tablet 43 model number 3, 82 modem cable 7, 19 connecting 18, 19 dial-up 80 DSL 7, 19 international adapter 80 jack (dial-up) 8, 18 troubleshooting 129...
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... recovering 92 sound adjusting 29, 47 controls 47 muting 29, 47 troubleshooting 140 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 SpeedStep technology 76 starting notebook 19 programs 41 startup password 82 static electricity 106 status indicators battery charge 24, 68 Caps Lock 24 drive activity 24 hard drive 24...supervisor password 82 surge protector 18 Suspend 27 system identification label 3 system keys combinations 27 locating 25, 26 system recovery 91, 103 T tablet control buttons locating 11 Mobility Center 30 mode 31, 32 Screen Rotation 30, 31 160 Windows Journal 32 Windows Security 30, 31 tapping 45...
... recovering 92 sound adjusting 29, 47 controls 47 muting 29, 47 troubleshooting 140 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 SpeedStep technology 76 starting notebook 19 programs 41 startup password 82 static electricity 106 status indicators battery charge 24, 68 Caps Lock 24 drive activity 24 hard drive 24...supervisor password 82 surge protector 18 Suspend 27 system identification label 3 system keys combinations 27 locating 25, 26 system recovery 91, 103 T tablet control buttons locating 11 Mobility Center 30 mode 31, 32 Screen Rotation 30, 31 160 Windows Journal 32 Windows Security 30, 31 tapping 45...