Gateway 200STM, User Manual

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Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway 200
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Accessories
Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your
notebook.
Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters
If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may
want to buy an additional battery so that you can swap batteries when
necessary. See “Changing batteries” on page 131 for more information about
using an additional battery on your notebook.
With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you can save battery power by
plugging your notebook into an automobile cigarette lighter or an airplane
in-flight power receptacle.
Carrying cases
Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for
accessories or supplies.
Docking Station
Although you can attach devices directly to your notebook, a docking station
lets you make all of those connections at once. When you travel with your
notebook, you merely disconnect from the docking station instead of
unplugging all the devices.
A docking station also provides additional ports and other expansion features
not included with your notebook. See “Checking Out Your Docking Station”
on page 15 for more information about using a docking station with your
notebook.
Peripheral devices
You can attach devices such as a keyboard, mouse, printer, or monitor to your
notebook or docking station.
Memory
Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of
memory. If your programs are running more slowly than you think they
should, try adding more memory.