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www.gateway.com Contents Editing track information 71 Creating and editing videos 72 Editing videos 72 Transferring your video to your notebook 73 Editing your video 74 ... software features 87 Windows Media Player advanced features 87 CyberLink Power2Go advanced features 87 Chapter 8: Managing Power 89 Monitoring the battery charge 90 Recharging the battery 90 Extending battery life 90 Conserving battery power 90 Using alternate power sources 91 Changing power modes 91 Changing notebook power settings 92 Changing the power scheme 92...
www.gateway.com Contents Editing track information 71 Creating and editing videos 72 Editing videos 72 Transferring your video to your notebook 73 Editing your video 74 ... software features 87 Windows Media Player advanced features 87 CyberLink Power2Go advanced features 87 Chapter 8: Managing Power 89 Monitoring the battery charge 90 Recharging the battery 90 Extending battery life 90 Conserving battery power 90 Using alternate power sources 91 Changing power modes 91 Changing notebook power settings 92 Changing the power scheme 92...
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www.gateway.com Contents Scheduling maintenance tasks 139 Moving from Your Old Computer 139 Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 139 Transferring files 140 Transferring Internet ... connections 144 Files 145 Security 145 Power 145 Additional tips 146 Chapter 14: Troubleshooting 147 Safety guidelines 148 First steps 148 Troubleshooting 148 Audio 148 Battery 148 CD drives 148 Device installation 149 Diskette drive 149 Display 150 DVD drives 151 File management 152 Hard drive 153 Internet 153 Keyboard 154...
www.gateway.com Contents Scheduling maintenance tasks 139 Moving from Your Old Computer 139 Using the Files and Settings Transfer Wizard 139 Transferring files 140 Transferring Internet ... connections 144 Files 145 Security 145 Power 145 Additional tips 146 Chapter 14: Troubleshooting 147 Safety guidelines 148 First steps 148 Troubleshooting 148 Audio 148 Battery 148 CD drives 148 Device installation 149 Diskette drive 149 Display 150 DVD drives 151 File management 152 Hard drive 153 Internet 153 Keyboard 154...
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... to manage the processor speed and power consumption for purchasing our notebook! Visit the Gateway Support Web site at affordable prices. This design provides you for a greater battery life experience. We sincerely hope that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment ...from your notebook. CHAPTER 1: Getting Help www.gateway.com Thank you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on battery power. We are provided with fast, considerate service. We have highlighted...
... to manage the processor speed and power consumption for purchasing our notebook! Visit the Gateway Support Web site at affordable prices. This design provides you for a greater battery life experience. We sincerely hope that you will receive the utmost satisfaction and enjoyment ...from your notebook. CHAPTER 1: Getting Help www.gateway.com Thank you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on battery power. We are provided with fast, considerate service. We have highlighted...
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...the x-ray machine in a safe place. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you leave. BigFix monitors your notebook with you travel assistance if your battery before you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on your... Be ready to learn about traveling with your notebook, see your notebook display. Security personnel at airports and train stations may include BigFix. www.gateway.com Traveling securely BigFix Your notebook may ask you to turn on the Internet.
...the x-ray machine in a safe place. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you leave. BigFix monitors your notebook with you travel assistance if your battery before you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. It automatically gathers information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on your... Be ready to learn about traveling with your notebook, see your notebook display. Security personnel at airports and train stations may include BigFix. www.gateway.com Traveling securely BigFix Your notebook may ask you to turn on the Internet.
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CHAPTER 8 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 89
CHAPTER 8 Managing Power • Monitoring the battery charge • Recharging the battery • Extending battery life • Changing notebook power settings 89
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...see the hardware guide. in the taskbar. To conserve power while using the battery to AC power. If the icon still does not appear, make sure that Always show hidden icons button. Your new Gateway notebook is checked on page 92. Many PC Cards and Microdrive Cards use... advanced settings" on page 94. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 94. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Monitoring the battery charge Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on and the power cord icon in the taskbar has a lightning bolt .
...see the hardware guide. in the taskbar. To conserve power while using the battery to AC power. If the icon still does not appear, make sure that Always show hidden icons button. Your new Gateway notebook is checked on page 92. Many PC Cards and Microdrive Cards use... advanced settings" on page 94. For more information, see "Changing advanced settings" on page 94. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Monitoring the battery charge Important If the power cord or battery icon does not appear on and the power cord icon in the taskbar has a lightning bolt .
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... ■ Recharge the battery(ies) often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before using Standby mode. Save the battery(ies) for times when... your notebook is lost. For more information, see "Recharging the battery" on taking your AC power adapter, also take electrical adapters. ...turns your notebook's battery(ies): ■ Standby - Exit Standby or Hibernate Press the power button. Save the battery for them next ...hold SHIFT, then click Hibernate. Using alternate power sources To extend battery life, use a power adapter. Using power saving modes Always save ...
... ■ Recharge the battery(ies) often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before using Standby mode. Save the battery(ies) for times when... your notebook is lost. For more information, see "Recharging the battery" on taking your AC power adapter, also take electrical adapters. ...turns your notebook's battery(ies): ■ Standby - Exit Standby or Hibernate Press the power button. Save the battery for them next ...hold SHIFT, then click Hibernate. Using alternate power sources To extend battery life, use a power adapter. Using power saving modes Always save ...
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... processor installed in your notebook may use Intel® SpeedStep™ technology to AC power and at full speed while connected to conserve battery power. To change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is in the Search box, then click the arrow...Your notebook's default settings operate the processor at reduced speed (which uses less power) while using battery power. Power schemes (groups of power settings) let you select. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings You can select one of the defined power schemes or create a...
... processor installed in your notebook may use Intel® SpeedStep™ technology to AC power and at full speed while connected to conserve battery power. To change power saving options such as when the display or hard drive is in the Search box, then click the arrow...Your notebook's default settings operate the processor at reduced speed (which uses less power) while using battery power. Power schemes (groups of power settings) let you select. CHAPTER 8: Managing Power www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings You can select one of the defined power schemes or create a...
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To change the alarm options: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings 3 Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, then click the power scheme you when the battery charge is in the Search box, then click the arrow. Type the keyword alarm options in...
To change the alarm options: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. www.gateway.com Changing notebook power settings 3 Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list, then click the power scheme you when the battery charge is in the Search box, then click the arrow. Type the keyword alarm options in...
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CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com Caring for your notebook Tips & Tricks If your notebook has two batteries: To partially discharge the main battery, remove the secondary battery after discharging it partway. The case, although strong, is not made to extreme temperature changes. Magnetic ...9632; When transporting your notebook, we recommend that are comfortable for an extended period of time, unplug AC power and remove the battery after it in expensive repairs that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Cotton swabs ■ A DVD drive cleaning kit...
CHAPTER 12: Maintaining Your Notebook www.gateway.com Caring for your notebook Tips & Tricks If your notebook has two batteries: To partially discharge the main battery, remove the secondary battery after discharging it partway. The case, although strong, is not made to extreme temperature changes. Magnetic ...9632; When transporting your notebook, we recommend that are comfortable for an extended period of time, unplug AC power and remove the battery after it in expensive repairs that has a narrow, straw-like extension ■ Cotton swabs ■ A DVD drive cleaning kit...
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.... Use a damp, lint-free cloth to use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can of your notebook. www.gateway.com Protecting your notebook from the wall outlets. Also, remove the battery(ies) before trying to clean your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any components. Your notebook is made especially for...
.... Use a damp, lint-free cloth to use household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can of your notebook. www.gateway.com Protecting your notebook from the wall outlets. Also, remove the battery(ies) before trying to clean your notebook and other peripherals before cleaning any components. Your notebook is made especially for...
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...To turn off your notebook ■ Remove all wireless devices while in overhead bins and car trunks. CHAPTER 13: Traveling with Your Notebook www.gateway.com Packing your wireless IEEE 802.11 device, press FN + F2. Do not pack it separate from sliding around in the aircraft. ...security asks you to be especially useful if you are examples of wireless devices. Remember to communicate. Traveling by air ■ Charge the battery in checked luggage. ■ Keep your notebook user guide for any restrictions on the use of devices which use of your notebook as...
...To turn off your notebook ■ Remove all wireless devices while in overhead bins and car trunks. CHAPTER 13: Traveling with Your Notebook www.gateway.com Packing your wireless IEEE 802.11 device, press FN + F2. Do not pack it separate from sliding around in the aircraft. ...security asks you to be especially useful if you are examples of wireless devices. Remember to communicate. Traveling by air ■ Charge the battery in checked luggage. ■ Keep your notebook user guide for any restrictions on the use of devices which use of your notebook as...
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...or an address label to your notebook display. The startup password is set up files. ■ Get a locking cable for remote access. www.gateway.com Files Security Important Use a password that is very secure, with you must return your notebook) in a safe place. If you forget ...9632; Write down your AC power adapter to access your desktop computer files from your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see your notebook. The password feature is difficult for service. If you are away. ■ Always keep the information in case ...
...or an address label to your notebook display. The startup password is set up files. ■ Get a locking cable for remote access. www.gateway.com Files Security Important Use a password that is very secure, with you must return your notebook) in a safe place. If you forget ...9632; Write down your AC power adapter to access your desktop computer files from your notebook, avoid using alternate power sources, and monitoring the battery charge, see your notebook. The password feature is difficult for service. If you are away. ■ Always keep the information in case ...
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... Tips & Tricks For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures ... guide. First steps Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Troubleshooting Audio Battery CD drives 148 Audio troubleshooting is covered under "DVD drives" on page 164. Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search box...
... Tips & Tricks For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see the program's printed documentation or the online help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem. ■ If you added or removed peripheral devices, review the installation procedures ... guide. First steps Help and Support For more information about troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support. Troubleshooting Audio Battery CD drives 148 Audio troubleshooting is covered under "DVD drives" on page 164. Type the keyword troubleshooting in the Search box...
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...power ■ Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to room temperature. If your battery(ies), see the poster or hardware guide. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Power Tips & Tricks For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Changing notebook power... settings" on page 92. ■ Make sure that the battery is installed correctly. ■ Make sure that the power...
...power ■ Make sure that your AC power adapter is connected correctly to room temperature. If your battery(ies), see the poster or hardware guide. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Power Tips & Tricks For instructions on connecting the AC power adapter, see "Changing notebook power... settings" on page 92. ■ Make sure that the battery is installed correctly. ■ Make sure that the power...
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...patient care areas of this notebook near your system ■ Read and follow these openings. Your Gateway notebook is turned off, a small amount of explosion if the CMOS battery is a safety feature. The plug on this cord will fit only into an outlet, contact an... to make sure that the safety instructions marked on the notebook. APPENDIX A: www.gateway.com Important safety information Warning Always follow all instructions marked on the system board. Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ When the notebook is designed and tested...
...patient care areas of this notebook near your system ■ Read and follow these openings. Your Gateway notebook is turned off, a small amount of explosion if the CMOS battery is a safety feature. The plug on this cord will fit only into an outlet, contact an... to make sure that the safety instructions marked on the notebook. APPENDIX A: www.gateway.com Important safety information Warning Always follow all instructions marked on the system board. Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. ■ When the notebook is designed and tested...
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... library 71 cleaning 133 editing track information 71 playing 66 automobile power adapter 91 AVI file 65 B background 121 backing up files 138 battery alternate power sources 91 charge indicator 90 charge status 90 charging 90 conserving power 90 icons 90 managing power 90 monitoring charge 90 recharging... 90 battery alarm options 93 BigFix 6, 51 starting 134 using 134 Bluetooth 144 broadband Internet connection 36 browser Web 36, 37 browsing for files ...
... library 71 cleaning 133 editing track information 71 playing 66 automobile power adapter 91 AVI file 65 B background 121 backing up files 138 battery alternate power sources 91 charge indicator 90 charge status 90 charging 90 conserving power 90 icons 90 managing power 90 monitoring charge 90 recharging... 90 battery alarm options 93 BigFix 6, 51 starting 134 using 134 Bluetooth 144 broadband Internet connection 36 browser Web 36, 37 browsing for files ...
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Index www.gateway.com PC Card troubleshooting 163 pen button 12 calibrating 11, 163 gestures 12 tips 12 troubleshooting 163 peripheral devices 54 playing audio CD 66 audio ..., 176 120, 121, 122, 123 screen resolution 55 R radio listening with Windows Media Player 87 radio approval authorities 144 radio frequency wireless connections 144 recharging battery 90 recordable drive See DVD drive recording audio file 69 CD tracks 69, 85 recovering device drivers 31 files and folders 17 programs 31 system...
Index www.gateway.com PC Card troubleshooting 163 pen button 12 calibrating 11, 163 gestures 12 tips 12 troubleshooting 163 peripheral devices 54 playing audio CD 66 audio ..., 176 120, 121, 122, 123 screen resolution 55 R radio listening with Windows Media Player 87 radio approval authorities 144 radio frequency wireless connections 144 recharging battery 90 recordable drive See DVD drive recording audio file 69 CD tracks 69, 85 recovering device drivers 31 files and folders 17 programs 31 system...
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www.gateway.com Index startup password 145 status indicators battery charge 90 toggle on or off 165 troubleshooting 165 Sticky Notes 11 Support using 3 S-Video...pen 12 title bar 10 touchpad changing settings 124 TPM 43 training CD 168 classroom 168 Gateway Learning Libraries 168 Learn With Gateway 168 transferring files from Internet 39 files from old computer 139, 140 Internet settings from ... WAV file 65 Web browser 36, 37 Web page 37 Web site 37 connecting to 38 downloading files 39 Gateway 2 window 10 close button 10 closing 10, 24 maximize button 10 menu bar 10 minimize button 10 title bar...
www.gateway.com Index startup password 145 status indicators battery charge 90 toggle on or off 165 troubleshooting 165 Sticky Notes 11 Support using 3 S-Video...pen 12 title bar 10 touchpad changing settings 124 TPM 43 training CD 168 classroom 168 Gateway Learning Libraries 168 Learn With Gateway 168 transferring files from Internet 39 files from old computer 139, 140 Internet settings from ... WAV file 65 Web browser 36, 37 Web page 37 Web site 37 connecting to 38 downloading files 39 Gateway 2 window 10 close button 10 closing 10, 24 maximize button 10 menu bar 10 minimize button 10 title bar...