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... dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it in a safe place. Screws Screws 9 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the DVD drive screw, then put it to replace the DVD drive. ESD can permanently damage...
... dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook. 4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any surface. • Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it in a safe place. Screws Screws 9 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the DVD drive screw, then put it to replace the DVD drive. ESD can permanently damage...
8511369 - Gateway Notebook Hardware Reference
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... notebook 15 Turning off your notebook 15 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 16 Using the status indicators 17 Using the keyboard 18 Key types 18 System key combinations 19 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 21 Adjusting the volume 22 Turning your wireless radio on or off 23 Using the DVD drive 24 Identifying drive types 24 Inserting a CD or DVD 25 Using the memory card reader 25 Memory card types 25 Inserting a memory card 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...
... notebook 15 Turning off your notebook 15 Restarting (rebooting) your notebook 16 Using the status indicators 17 Using the keyboard 18 Key types 18 System key combinations 19 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 21 Adjusting the volume 22 Turning your wireless radio on or off 23 Using the DVD drive 24 Identifying drive types 24 Inserting a CD or DVD 25 Using the memory card reader 25 Memory card types 25 Inserting a memory card 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...
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... software ■ Controlling audio and video settings ■ Using the Internet ■ Protecting your files ■ Playing and recording media ■ Networking ■ Maintenance and troubleshooting To access the online User Guide: ■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. The User Guide is for assistance. The label on the following topics: ■ Help and technical support ■ Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your hard drive. Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number...
... software ■ Controlling audio and video settings ■ Using the Internet ■ Protecting your files ■ Playing and recording media ■ Networking ■ Maintenance and troubleshooting To access the online User Guide: ■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. The User Guide is for assistance. The label on the following topics: ■ Help and technical support ■ Using and customizing Windows and other notebook information, see your hard drive. Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number...
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... a mouse. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 18. For more information on or off. Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Inform you when a drive is in the online User Guide. www.gateway.com Keyboard area Identifying features Power button Keyboard Status indicators Touchpad Component Icon Power button Keyboard Touchpad Status indicators Description Press to turn the power on configuring the power button mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in use or when a button has...
... a mouse. For more information, see "Using the EZ Pad touchpad" on page 18. For more information on or off. Provides all the functionality of a full-sized, computer keyboard. Inform you when a drive is in the online User Guide. www.gateway.com Keyboard area Identifying features Power button Keyboard Status indicators Touchpad Component Icon Power button Keyboard Touchpad Status indicators Description Press to turn the power on configuring the power button mode, see "Changing Power-Saving Settings" in use or when a button has...
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... with the FN key to perform actions in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help assistants in Windows. Windows key Press this key for different purposes. This key can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. You do not need to shut down your notebook to your notebook using a USB port. For more about the function key actions.
... with the FN key to perform actions in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help assistants in Windows. Windows key Press this key for different purposes. This key can attach an external keyboard to connect a USB keyboard. Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. You do not need to shut down your notebook to your notebook using a USB port. For more about the function key actions.
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... clicking. Release the button to adjust the overall volume of your notebook. Access a shortcut menu or find more information, see "Adjusting the Volume" in Windows, see "System key combinations" on the screen. For more information about an object on page 19. 22 Adjusting the volume Tips & Tricks For instructions on the screen. Quickly press and release the right button once. Use the mute and volume control buttons on the screen. Select an...
... clicking. Release the button to adjust the overall volume of your notebook. Access a shortcut menu or find more information, see "Adjusting the Volume" in Windows, see "System key combinations" on the screen. For more information about an object on page 19. 22 Adjusting the volume Tips & Tricks For instructions on the screen. Quickly press and release the right button once. Use the mute and volume control buttons on the screen. Select an...
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... external audio 6 external diskette drive 8 external speakers 6 Firewire 8 flash drive 8 headphone 6 i.Link 8 IEEE 1394 8 keyboard 8 microphone 6 modem 8, 13 monitor (VGA) 9 mouse 8 network 8, 14 power 9, 12 printer 8 scanner 8 speaker 6 S-Video (TV) out 7 USB 8 VGA 9 video camera 8 copyright notice 57 D dial-up modem 13 digital camera USB port 8 digital video camera IEEE 1394 port 8 directional keys 18 display switching 19 double-clicking 22 dragging 22 drives DVD 24, 35 DVD/CD-RW 7, 24 DVD±RW 7, 24 hard drive 10, 38 identifying drive types 24 multi-format DVD...
... external audio 6 external diskette drive 8 external speakers 6 Firewire 8 flash drive 8 headphone 6 i.Link 8 IEEE 1394 8 keyboard 8 microphone 6 modem 8, 13 monitor (VGA) 9 mouse 8 network 8, 14 power 9, 12 printer 8 scanner 8 speaker 6 S-Video (TV) out 7 USB 8 VGA 9 video camera 8 copyright notice 57 D dial-up modem 13 digital camera USB port 8 digital video camera IEEE 1394 port 8 directional keys 18 display switching 19 double-clicking 22 dragging 22 drives DVD 24, 35 DVD/CD-RW 7, 24 DVD±RW 7, 24 hard drive 10, 38 identifying drive types 24 multi-format DVD...
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... 19 LCD/CRT system key 19 lock Kensington cable 7 M memory bay 10 installing 32 purchasing 29 removing 32 replacing 32 memory card reader locating 8 memory card types supported 25 using 25 microphone jack 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 modem cable 14 connecting DSL 14 jack 8, 13 monitor port 9 13, 14 mouse USB port 8 moving pointer 21 screen objects 22 MP3 player memory cards 25 multimedia adjusting volume 22 using DVD drive 24 muting sound 20, 22 N navigation keys 18 network jack 8, 14 networking turning off wireless network 23 turning on wireless network 23...
... 19 LCD/CRT system key 19 lock Kensington cable 7 M memory bay 10 installing 32 purchasing 29 removing 32 replacing 32 memory card reader locating 8 memory card types supported 25 using 25 microphone jack 6 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 modem cable 14 connecting DSL 14 jack 8, 13 monitor port 9 13, 14 mouse USB port 8 moving pointer 21 screen objects 22 MP3 player memory cards 25 multimedia adjusting volume 22 using DVD drive 24 muting sound 20, 22 N navigation keys 18 network jack 8, 14 networking turning off wireless network 23 turning on wireless network 23...
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... USB port 8 screen objects getting information 22 moving 22 selecting 22 security features Kensington cable lock 7 serial number 2, 3 setting up safety precautions 48 shortcut menus accessing 22 shortcuts opening menu 22 shutting down notebook 15, 16 SO-DIMM See memory sound adjusting 20, 22 controls 22 muting 20, 22 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 Standby mode 15, 19 system key 19 starting notebook 15 programs 22 static electricity 32 status indicators battery charge 6 Caps Lock 17 drive activity...
... USB port 8 screen objects getting information 22 moving 22 selecting 22 security features Kensington cable lock 7 serial number 2, 3 setting up safety precautions 48 shortcut menus accessing 22 shortcuts opening menu 22 shutting down notebook 15, 16 SO-DIMM See memory sound adjusting 20, 22 controls 22 muting 20, 22 speakers built-in 6 jack 6 Standby mode 15, 19 system key 19 starting notebook 15 programs 22 static electricity 32 status indicators battery charge 6 Caps Lock 17 drive activity...
8511264 - User Guide Gateway Notebook
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... mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings 124 Changing mouse settings 124 Changing touchpad or pointing device settings 125 Adjusting tablet and pen settings 126 Programming the buttons 127 Adjusting the Tablet PC Input Panel Settings 127 Adding and modifying user accounts 128 Modifying security settings 129 Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Notebook 131 Caring for your notebook 132 Cleaning your notebook 132 Protecting your notebook from viruses 133 Updating Windows 134 Using BigFix 134 Managing hard drive space 135 Checking hard drive...
... mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings 124 Changing mouse settings 124 Changing touchpad or pointing device settings 125 Adjusting tablet and pen settings 126 Programming the buttons 127 Adjusting the Tablet PC Input Panel Settings 127 Adding and modifying user accounts 128 Modifying security settings 129 Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Notebook 131 Caring for your notebook 132 Cleaning your notebook 132 Protecting your notebook from viruses 133 Updating Windows 134 Using BigFix 134 Managing hard drive space 135 Checking hard drive...
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... to the Internet: ■ Run the New Connection Wizard ■ Make sure that you share a drive, the entire contents of the devices, then turn them as though they were attached directly to share, then click Sharing and Security. The folder properties dialog box opens. With a network, you can share drives (for example hard drives and DVD drives) and printers among the network computers, each network computer...
... to the Internet: ■ Run the New Connection Wizard ■ Make sure that you share a drive, the entire contents of the devices, then turn them as though they were attached directly to share, then click Sharing and Security. The folder properties dialog box opens. With a network, you can share drives (for example hard drives and DVD drives) and printers among the network computers, each network computer...
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... arrow. The Scheduled Tasks window opens. 2 Double-click the Add Scheduled Task icon. The wizard also moves specific files or entire folders, such as running Disk Defragmenter and Error-checking. If your data files and personal settings, such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings, from Your Old Computer Scheduling maintenance tasks Important Your notebook must be on -screen instructions to customize the task...
... arrow. The Scheduled Tasks window opens. 2 Double-click the Add Scheduled Task icon. The wizard also moves specific files or entire folders, such as running Disk Defragmenter and Error-checking. If your data files and personal settings, such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings, from Your Old Computer Scheduling maintenance tasks Important Your notebook must be on -screen instructions to customize the task...
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... cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery(ies) is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. ■ Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. ■ After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery(ies) before you use a power...
... cover while your notebook is turned on, while the battery(ies) is installed, and while the modem cable, network cable, and AC power adapter are connected to your notebook. ■ Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components. ■ After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory bay or hard drive bay cover, make sure that you replace the cover, reinstall any screws, then replace the battery(ies) before you use a power...
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... hardware guide. Remove it, firmly reinsert it and restart your notebook. ■ Make sure that the modem cable is full, copy any files not regularly used to access the drive again. You cannot connect to static electricity or physical shock, you empty the Recycle Bin. You see the port replicator user guide. If the hard drive is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack...
... hardware guide. Remove it, firmly reinsert it and restart your notebook. ■ Make sure that the modem cable is full, copy any files not regularly used to access the drive again. You cannot connect to static electricity or physical shock, you empty the Recycle Bin. You see the port replicator user guide. If the hard drive is plugged into the Ethernet network jack and not the modem jack...
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... get better TV or DVD image quality ■ Adjust the display device brightness, contrast, hue, and saturation. You want to change display settings to know whether you can play recorded videos on the screen, a standard interlaced analog TV will produce a lower quality display, especially when viewing and using the Media Center computer functions. An interlaced video display device will most TVs use interlaced video. Progressive scan video displays a video frame with one...
... get better TV or DVD image quality ■ Adjust the display device brightness, contrast, hue, and saturation. You want to change display settings to know whether you can play recorded videos on the screen, a standard interlaced analog TV will produce a lower quality display, especially when viewing and using the Media Center computer functions. An interlaced video display device will most TVs use interlaced video. Progressive scan video displays a video frame with one...
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... service to get the correct code to help determine if a memory module is disabled before using the modem. For the location of your modem jack on an optional port replicator, see the port replicator user guide. To check the dialing properties: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Type the keyword memory error in the Search box, then click the arrow. Your modem does not dial or does not connect ■ Make...
... service to get the correct code to help determine if a memory module is disabled before using the modem. For the location of your modem jack on an optional port replicator, see the port replicator user guide. To check the dialing properties: 1 Click Start, then click Control Panel. Type the keyword memory error in the Search box, then click the arrow. Your modem does not dial or does not connect ■ Make...
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... that all computers on the notebook. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Mouse See also "Touchpad or optional pointing device" on a different surface. Networks (wired) Help and Support For more information, see the other end is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on. ■ Make sure that indicate they are plugged into the Ethernet jack on . For home networks, IP addresses should be 192...
... that all computers on the notebook. CHAPTER 14: Troubleshooting www.gateway.com Mouse See also "Touchpad or optional pointing device" on a different surface. Networks (wired) Help and Support For more information, see the other end is plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on. ■ Make sure that indicate they are plugged into the Ethernet jack on . For home networks, IP addresses should be 192...
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... need to the correct port. ■ Make sure that the power cable is plugged into the outlet and turn on battery power ■ Check the power management settings. For more information about using power management settings, see the hardware guide. Type the keyword printer troubleshooting in the printer setup. Many printers have an online/offline button that you want to room temperature. Your notebook is not working device, such as Default Printer. 164 Replace any damaged cables...
... need to the correct port. ■ Make sure that the power cable is plugged into the outlet and turn on battery power ■ Check the power management settings. For more information about using power management settings, see the hardware guide. Type the keyword printer troubleshooting in the printer setup. Many printers have an online/offline button that you want to room temperature. Your notebook is not working device, such as Default Printer. 164 Replace any damaged cables...
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... files across network 106 problems fixing 134 programs closing 24 opening 9 reinstalling 142 projector adding 55 color quality 55 display properties 55, 118, 119, 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 across network 106 problems fixing 134 programs closing 24 opening 9 reinstalling 142 projector adding 55 color quality 55 display properties 55, 118, 119, 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...
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... Internet settings from old computer 141 settings from old computer 139 video to computer 73 travel tips 143 troubleshooting audio 165 automated system 167 device installation 149 diskette drive 149 display 150 DVD drive 151 faxes 158 files 152 general guidelines 148 hard drive 153 Internet connection 153, 158 IRQ conflict 149 keyboard 154 LCD panel 150 Media Center 155 memory 157 memory card reader 157 modem 157 mouse 160 network 160, 161 passwords 163 PC Cards 163 power...
... Internet settings from old computer 141 settings from old computer 139 video to computer 73 travel tips 143 troubleshooting audio 165 automated system 167 device installation 149 diskette drive 149 display 150 DVD drive 151 faxes 158 files 152 general guidelines 148 hard drive 153 Internet connection 153, 158 IRQ conflict 149 keyboard 154 LCD panel 150 Media Center 155 memory 157 memory card reader 157 modem 157 mouse 160 network 160, 161 passwords 163 PC Cards 163 power...