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Using the status indicators

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Using the status indicators

Important

If none of the indicators are on, you may
need to press

+F1

to toggle the status

indicators on and off.

Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button has
been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. The status indicators are
located below the touchpad.

Indicator

Icon

Description

AC power

■

LED on - AC power is connected.

■

LED off - AC power is not connected.

Wireless network
(optional)

■

LED on - Wireless network is turned on.

■

LED off - Wireless network is turned off.

Caps lock

■

LED on - Caps lock is turned on.

■

LED off - Caps lock is turned off.

Num lock

■

LED on - Numeric keypad is turned on.

■

LED off - Numeric keypad is turned off.

Drive

■

LED blinking - The hard drive or DVD drive is in use.

■

LED off - The hard drive or DVD drive is not in use.

Hard drive

AC power

Caps lock

Num lock

Wireless network

Summary of Contents for 7405GX - Athlon 64 2 GHz

Page 1: ...HARDWARE REFERENCE Gateway Notebook ...

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Page 3: ...an Ethernet network 14 Starting your notebook 15 Waking up your 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 multi function buttons 21 Using the EZ Pad touchpad 22 Adjusting the volume 23 Turning your wireless radio on or off 24 Using the DVD drive 25 Identifying...

Page 4: ...cing the hard drive kit 38 Replacing the keyboard 42 Removing the keyboard 42 Installing the keyboard 45 Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information 47 Important safety information 48 Regulatory compliance statements 50 Wireless guidance 50 United States of America 51 Canada 53 Japan 54 Laser safety statement 55 EPA ENERGY STAR 55 Environmental information 55 Notices 56 Index 59 ...

Page 5: ...CHAPTER 1 1 Aboutthisreference About this guide Accessing the online User Guide Gateway contact information Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity For more information ...

Page 6: ...Windows and other 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 Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number Important The label shown in this section is for informational purposes on...

Page 7: ...d on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for your operating system For more information For more information about your notebook visit Gateway s Support page at support gateway com or the Web address shown on your notebook s label The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications ...

Page 8: ...CHAPTER 1 About this reference www gateway com 4 ...

Page 9: ...et network Starting your notebook Turning off your notebook Restarting rebooting your notebook Using the status indicators Using the keyboard Using the EZ Pad touchpad Adjusting the volume Turning your wireless radio on or off Using the DVD drive Using the memory card reader Adding and removing a PC Card Changing batteries Recalibrating the battery Ordering accessories ...

Page 10: ... is on LED blinking notebook is in Standby mode LED off notebook is off LCD panel release latch Slide to open the LCD panel Battery charge indicator LED on battery is charging LED blinking battery charge is very low LED off battery is fully charged This LED only lights when the notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low Speaker Speaker Power indicator Battery charge indica...

Page 11: ...rmyour skin Caution Donotblockorinsertobjectsintotheseslots Iftheseslotsareblocked your notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are not obstructed Donotusethenotebookonabed sofa rug orothersimilarsurface IEEE 1394 port Plug an IEEE 1394 also known as Firewire or i Link device such as...

Page 12: ... Description DVD drive Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive For more information see Using the DVD drive on page 25 To determine the type of drive in the notebook examine the drive tray s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in Identifying drive types on page 25 DVD drive ...

Page 13: ... ports Plug USB devices such as a diskette drive flash drive printer scanner camera keyboard or mouse into these ports S Video out jack Plug an S Video device such as a television into this jack For more information see Viewing the display on a television in the online User Guide Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components Warning Do not work for long periods with the notebook resting on your l...

Page 14: ...29 Battery Provides power when the notebook is not plugged into AC power Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay For more information see Replacing the hard drive kit on page 38 Memory bay Install a memory module into this bay For more information see Adding or replacing memory on page 34 System label Includes the product model number For more information see Gateway model and serial ...

Page 15: ...ttonhasbeenpressedthataffects howthekeyboardisused Formoreinformation see Usingthestatusindicators on page 17 Touchpad Provides all the functionality of a mouse For more information see Using the EZ Pad touchpad on page 22 Keyboard Provides all the features of a full sized computer keyboard For more information see Using the keyboard on page 18 Power button Press to turn the power on or off You ca...

Page 16: ...n you expect If the battery life seems short even after being charged for three hours the battery may need to be recalibrated For information on recalibrating the battery see Recalibrating the battery on page 31 You can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook s battery The battery was shipped to you partially charged You should use the AC adapter right away to fully charge the batte...

Page 17: ...ebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage Protect your notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from reaching your notebook Connecting the dial up modem Warning To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord Your notebook has a built in...

Page 18: ...s a network jack that you can use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack on the back of your notebook 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a cable modem DSL modem or Ethernet network jack ...

Page 19: ... notebook for the first time follow the on screen instructions to set up your notebook Waking up your notebook Tips Tricks For more information about Standby mode see Changing power modes in the online User Guide When you have not used your notebook for several minutes or if you close the LCD panel without turning off your notebook it may enter a power saving mode called Standby While in Standby t...

Page 20: ...esponding If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation you may have to restart reboot your notebook To close unresponsive programs and restart your notebook 1 Press CTRL ALT DEL The Windows Security dialog box opens 2 Click Task Manager The Windows Task Manager dialog box opens 3 Click the program that is not responding 4 Click End Task 5 Click X in the top r...

Page 21: ...ocated below the touchpad Indicator Icon Description AC power LED on AC power is connected LED off AC power is not connected Wireless network optional LED on Wireless network is turned on LED off Wireless network is turned off Caps lock LED on Caps lock is turned on LED off Caps lock is turned off Num lock LED on Numeric keypad is turned on LED off Numeric keypad is turned off Drive LED blinking T...

Page 22: ... key Arrow keys Key type Icon Description Function keys PressthesekeyslabeledF1toF12toperformactionsinprograms Forexample pressing F1 may open help Each program uses different function keys for different purposes See the program documentation to find out more about the function key actions System keys Press these colored keys in combination with the FN key to perform specific actions For more info...

Page 23: ...adio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane 802 11G also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication Enter Standby mode Press the power button to leave Standby mode For more infor...

Page 24: ...CD song or DVD track Skip ahead one CD song or DVD track Turn on Num Lock so you can use the numeric keypad Press this key combination again to turn off Num Lock The Num Lock status indicator appears when this function is turned on Press and hold FN then press this system key To ...

Page 25: ...the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons at the same time to mute or un mute the sound Music player Open your default music player Volume up Turn the volume up Press the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons at the same time to mute or un mute the sound E mail Open your default e mail program Internet Open your default Web browser Search Open the Search Results window E mail Internet Search Music player ...

Page 26: ... button For more information see Changing the mouse or touchpad settings in the online User Guide The EZ Pad consists of a touchpad two buttons and a scroll zone When you move your finger on the touchpad the pointer arrow on the screen moves in the same direction You can use the scroll zone to scroll through documents Use of the scroll zone may vary from program to program You can use the EZ Pad l...

Page 27: ...e screen Position the pointer over the object Quickly press and release the left button once This action is called clicking Startaprogramoropena file or folder Position the pointer over the object Press the left button twice in rapid succession This action is called double clicking Accessashortcutmenuor find more information about an object on the screen Position the pointer over the object Quickl...

Page 28: ...less device may be restricted or eliminated Airports hospitals and oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use of wireless devices may be restricted or eliminated When in environments where you are uncertain of the sanction to use wireless devices ask the applicable authority for authorization prior to use or turning on the wireless device Tips Tricks For more informat...

Page 29: ...s drive to create CDs or DVDs Combination DVD CD RW drive Installing programs playing audio CDs playing DVDs accessing data and recording musicanddatatorecordableCDs Youcannotusethisdrivetocreate DVDs Multi format double layer DVD RW CD RW drive Installing programs playing audio CDs playing DVDs accessing data recording music and data to CD R or CD RW discs and recording video and data to DVD R DV...

Page 30: ...open Important When you place a single sided disc in the tray make sure that the label side is facing up If the disc has two playable sides place the disc so the name of the side you want to play is facing up 2 Place the disc in the tray with the label facing up thenpress downcarefully on the disc until it snaps into place 3 Push the tray in until it is closed Activity indicator Eject button Manua...

Page 31: ... assigned a different drive letter for example the E and F drives so data can be transferred from one media type to another Inserting a memory card To insert a memory card 1 Remove the protector from the memory card slot To remove the protector follow the steps in Removing a memory card on page 28 2 Insert the memory card into the memory card slot with the label facing up and the arrow on the labe...

Page 32: ...ly OR If you are removing a card from the right slot push the memory card into the notebook The memory card pops out slightly 2 Pull the memory card out of the notebook 3 Insert the protector into the memory card slot Adding and removing a PC Card Your notebook has a PC Card slot also known as a PCMCIA card slot This slot accepts one Type II card You do not need to restart your notebook when chang...

Page 33: ...k Discard used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled Do not disassemble heat above 212 F 100 C or incinerate Dispose of used battery promptly Keep away from children If your notebook is connected to AC power you can change the battery while the notebook is turned on If your notebook is no...

Page 34: ... lock to the unlocked position then slide and hold the battery release latch 5 Lift the battery out of the bay 6 Place a recharged battery into the bay and press down until it snaps into place 7 Slide the battery lock to the lock position 8 Turn your notebook over 9 Open the LCD panel ...

Page 35: ... a From the desktop right click on the power icon then select Adjust Power Properties b Click the Power Schemes tab c Click the arrow button to open the Power Schemes list then click Always On d Click the Alarms tab e Click to clear the Low battery alarm and Critical battery alarm check boxes Let the battery drain until your notebook automatically turns off f Click OK 5 After the battery is comple...

Page 36: ...r accessories or supplies 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 See Adding or replacing memory on page 34 for more information Printers You can attach almost any type of printer to your notebook The most common types are inkjet and laser printers which print ...

Page 37: ...CHAPTER 3 33 MaintainingandUpgradingYourNotebook Preventing static electricity discharge Adding or replacing memory Replacing the DVD drive Replacing the hard drive kit Replacing the keyboard ...

Page 38: ...y components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection Always hold components by their edges Avoid touching the edge connectors Never slide components over any surface Wear a grounding wrist strap available at most electronics stores and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection Touch a bare metal surf...

Page 39: ...m is facing up then remove the battery For more information see Changing batteries on page 29 6 Remove the memory bay cover screw 7 Open the memory bay cover then remove it 8 Gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward Screw Clip Clip ...

Page 40: ... network cable then turn on your notebook Replacing the DVD drive If your DVD drive becomes damaged you can replace it with a similar drive obtained from Gateway Important Replace the DVD drive only with a similar drive provided by Gateway Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the DVD drive To replace the DVD drive 1 Make sure that the DVD drive is empty 2 Follow the guid...

Page 41: ...aightened paper clip into the DVD drive s manual eject hole push in the paper clip to eject the drive tray then pull the drive tray open 9 Carefully slide the drive out of the drive bay 10 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay Screw Screw ...

Page 42: ...ate a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc For more information see Creating Drivers and Applications Recovery discs in the online User Guide 2 Print the Recovering Your System chapter from the online User Guide for use in Step 19 3 Back up any data you want to transfer to the new hard drive For more information see Backing up files in the User Guide 4 Follow the guidelines under Preventing stat...

Page 43: ...the hard drive kit screw 10 Slide the hard drive kit to remove it 11 If your new hard drive already includes the hard drive bracket go to Step 16 OR If you need to move the hard drive bracket from your old hard drive to your new hard drive go to Step 12 Screw ...

Page 44: ...CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www gateway com 40 12 Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive kit bracket Screw Screw Screw Screw ...

Page 45: ... the bracket to the drive 16 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook then replace the screw that secures the hard drive kit to your notebook 17 Insert the battery then turn your notebook over 18 Connect the power adapter modem cable and network cable then turn on your notebook 19 For instructions on installing Windows your drivers and your applications see the Recovering Your System chapte...

Page 46: ...rom Gateway Removing the keyboard To remove the keyboard 1 Follow the guidelines under Preventing static electricity discharge on page 34 2 Turn off your notebook 3 Disconnect the AC adapter modem cable and network cable 4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC Cards 5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up then remove the battery For more information see Changing batterie...

Page 47: ... each hinge cover and gently loosen them Important Inserting a piece of cloth between the screwdriver and keyboard will help prevent damage to the notebook 10 Insert the small flat blade screwdriver under the bottom of the keyboard cover and gently pry it up 11 Remove the two keyboard screws Screw Screw ...

Page 48: ...Notebook www gateway com 44 12 Lift the back edge of the keyboard slightly then carefully push it toward the LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs Be careful not to damage the LCD panel 13 Lay the keyboard face down on the palm rest ...

Page 49: ...otebook Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard 1 Place the new keyboard keys down on your notebook with the space bar away from you Important The keyboard cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted 2 Make sure that the brown keyboard connector clip is raised insert the cable into the connector then slide the clip down to lock the connector in place 3 Rotate the keyboard toward the L...

Page 50: ...h the two screws removed in Step 11 Caution If the cover is not correctly replaced your notebook could be damaged when you try to close the LCD panel 7 Place the keyboard cover on the notebook Press down on the cover in several places until it clicks in place The keyboard cover is correctly mounted when you can run your finger along the cover and find no loose spots The cover should be flat all th...

Page 51: ...APPENDIX A 47 Safety Regulatory andLegalInformation Important safety information Regulatory compliance statements Environmental information Notices ...

Page 52: ...these openings Make sure you provide adequate space at least 6 inches 15 cm around the notebook for ventilation when you set up your work area Never insert objects of any kind into the notebook ventilation openings Some notebook are equipped with a three wire power cord to make sure that the notebook is properly grounded when in use The plug on this cord will fit only into a grounding type outlet ...

Page 53: ... power cord or plug is damaged Liquid has been spilled into the notebook The notebook does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed The notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged The notebook performance changes Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway ...

Page 54: ... a wireless device in the destination country Low power Radio transmitting type devices radio frequency RF wireless communicationdevices may bepresent embedded in your notebook system These devices may operate in the 2 4 GHz i e 802 11b g LAN Bluetooth 5 2 GHz i e 802 11a LAN and traditional cellular or PCS cellular bands i e Cellular data modem The following section is a general overview of consi...

Page 55: ...its as set by the FCC The wireless devices installed in this system are intended to be used indoors In some areas use of these devices outdoors is prohibited Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the devi...

Page 56: ...ivalence Number REN for this device If requested this information must be provided to the telephone company A telephone line cord with a modular plug is required for use with this device The modem is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68 compliant See installation instructions for details The Ringer Equivalence Number ...

Page 57: ... radio LAN your notebook may have been equipped with operates in the same frequency range as high power radar which has priority use and may damage the radio LAN if both are present and being used in the same area Low power Radio transmitter type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operating in the 2 4 GHz band and or 5 15 5 35 GHz band may be present embedded in your noteboo...

Page 58: ...s to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Warning To avoid electrical shock or equipment malfunction do not attempt to make electricalgroundconnec...

Page 59: ...wing information on how you can responsibly recycle or reuse most of the materials in your end of life product Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment commonly known as WEEE should never be disposed of in the municipal waste stream residential garbage collection The Crossed Out Waste Bin label affixed to this product is your reminder to dispose of your end of life product properly Substances suc...

Page 60: ...y time Due to continuing system improvements Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual For the latest product updates consult the Gateway Web site at www gateway com In no event will Gateway be liable for direct indirect special exemplary incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual even if advised of the possi...

Page 61: ... is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohib...

Page 62: ...APPENDIX A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information www gateway com 58 ...

Page 63: ...ial up modem 13 external keyboard 18 keyboard 18 to cable modem 14 to DSL modem 14 to Ethernet 14 to network 14 connections audio 9 broadband Internet 9 14 cable modem 9 14 dial up modem 13 digital camera 7 9 digital video camera 7 DSL modem 9 14 Ethernet 9 14 external audio 9 external diskette drive 7 9 external speakers 9 Firewire 7 flash drive 7 9 headphone 9 i Link 7 IEEE 1394 7 keyboard 7 9 m...

Page 64: ...release latch 6 switching display 19 LCD CRT system key 19 lock Kensington cable 9 M memory bay 10 installing 34 purchasing 32 removing 34 replacing 34 memory card reader locating 7 memory card types supported 27 using 27 microphone jack 9 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 3 model number 2 modem cable 14 connecting 13 14 DSL 14 jack 9 13 monitor port 9 mouse USB port 7 9 moving pointer 22 scre...

Page 65: ...s battery charge 6 Caps Lock 17 drive activity 17 hard drive 17 location 11 Num Lock 20 numeric keypad 17 20 Pad Lock 17 power 6 toggle on or off 19 surge protector 13 Suspend 19 S Video TV out jack 9 turning off 19 turning on 19 system identification label 2 10 system keys combinations 19 locating 18 T technical support Support 3 television turning off 19 turning on 19 TV out jack 9 touchpad butt...

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