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Ordering accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Managing Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Monitoring the battery charge  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Recharging the batteries   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Changing batteries   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Replacing the main battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Installing the optional multibay battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Recalibrating the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Getting the most from your batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Maximizing battery performance  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Conserving battery power   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Using alternate power sources   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Changing power modes   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Changing convertible notebook power settings . . . . . . . . . 75

Changing the power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Changing advanced settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Chapter 6:

Traveling with Your Notebook . . . 79

Chapter 7:

Maintaining Your Notebook . . . . . 85

Caring for your convertible notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Display screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Digital pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Cleaning your convertible notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Cleaning the exterior   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Cleaning the keyboard   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Cleaning the convertible notebook screen   . . . . . . . . . . 89

Maintaining the batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

Storing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Summary of Contents for C-140S

Page 1: ... CONVERTIBLE NOTEBOOK REFERENCEGUIDE ...

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Page 3: ...ain 14 Setting up your computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your convertible notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 16 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Protecting from power source problems 18 Connecting the dial up modem 18 Connecting to a broadband modem or network 19 Starting your convertible notebook 19 Waking up your convertible notebook 21 Turning off your convertible...

Page 4: ...7 Turning your wireless radio on or off 48 IEEE 802 11 wireless network radio 49 Bluetooth radio 49 Chapter 4 Using Drives and Accessories 51 Changing modules 52 Using the CD or DVD drive 54 Identifying drive types 54 Using a CD or DVD 55 Using the memory card reader 55 Memory card types 56 Inserting a memory card 56 Using a memory card 56 Removing a memory card 56 Adding and removing a PC Card 57...

Page 5: ...modes 74 Changing convertible notebook power settings 75 Changing the power plan 76 Changing advanced settings 77 Chapter 6 Traveling with Your Notebook 79 Packing your convertible notebook 80 Traveling by air 80 Dial up modem 80 Radio frequency wireless connections 81 Files 81 Security 82 Power 83 Additional tips 84 Chapter 7 Maintaining Your Notebook 85 Caring for your convertible notebook 86 Di...

Page 6: ...106 Adding or replacing memory modules 107 Replacing the hard drive kit 110 Chapter 9 Troubleshooting 115 Safety guidelines 116 First steps 116 Troubleshooting 117 Audio 117 Batteries 117 CD drives 117 Digital pen 118 Diskette drive external 118 Display 119 DVD drives 120 Ethernet 122 File management 122 Fingerprint reader 122 Hard drive 123 Internet 124 Keyboard 125 Media Center 126 Memory 128 Me...

Page 7: ...s 137 Pointing device 138 Power 138 Printer 138 Sound 140 Status indicators 140 Touchpad or pointing device 141 Video 141 Telephone support 141 Before calling Gateway Customer Care 141 Appendix A Legal Information 143 Index 153 ...

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Page 9: ...ence About this guide Accessing your online User Guide Gateway contact information Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity For more information Important The color of your notebook may vary from the pictures in this reference guide ...

Page 10: ... User Guide In addition to this guide your online User Guide has been included on your hard drive Your User Guide is an in depth easy to read manual that includes information on the following topics Help and technical support Using and customizing Windows and other software Using the Internet Protecting your files Playing and recording media Networking To access your online User Guide Click or tap...

Page 11: ... will need this information if you call for assistance Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your convertible notebook includes the product key code for your operating system Important The labels shown in this section are for informational purposes only Label information varies by model features ordered and location Online Supp...

Page 12: ...or more information about your convertible notebook visit Gateway s Support page at www gateway com or the Web address shown on your convertible notebook s label The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications ...

Page 13: ...CHAPTER2 5 Checking Out Your Notebook Front Left Right Bottom Keyboard area ...

Page 14: ...ophone is connected Headphone jack Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack The built in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack Memory card reader Insert a memory card from a digital camera MP3 player PDA or cellular telephone into the memory card reader For more information see Using the memory card reader on page 55 The memory card reader suppo...

Page 15: ...net jack Plug an Ethernet network cable into this jack The other end of the cable can be plugged into a cable modem DSL modem or an Ethernet network jack For more information see Connecting to a broadband modem or network on page 19 USB ports Plug USB devices such as a diskette drive flash drive printer scanner camera keyboard or mouse into these ports IEEE 1394 port Plug an IEEE 1394 also known a...

Page 16: ...convertible notebook resting on your lap If the air vents are blocked the convertible notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin Caution Do not block or insert objects into these slots If these slots are blocked your convertible notebook may overheat resulting in unexpectedshutdown or permanent damage to the convertible notebook Caution Provide adequate space around your convertible notebook...

Page 17: ...rive in the modular bay examine the drive tray s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in Identifying drive types on page 54 Important To order a module other than the one that came with your convertible notebook contact Gateway Modular bay latch Slide to release the module For more information see Changing modules on page 52 Memory bay Memory modules are located in this bay For more ...

Page 18: ...ttery For more information see Changing batteries on page 69 Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay For more information see Replacing the hard drive kit on page 110 Pen latch Slide to release the digital pen Digital pen Write tap and input directly on your convertible notebook s display using the digital pen Component Icon Description Microphone Tablet control buttons Status indicat...

Page 19: ...Using the tablet control buttons on page 30 for a description of each button Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used For more information see Using the status indicators on page 23 Power button Press to turn the power on or off You can also configure the power button for Sleep Resume mode For more information on co...

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Page 21: ...twork 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 Using the display Using the digital pen Adjusting the volume Turning your wireless radio on or off ...

Page 22: ...n block your convertible notebook s ventilation openings leading to overheating permanent damage to your convertible notebook and fire danger Instead place your convertible notebook on a rigid hard surface and make sure that you keep the ventilation openings on the sides clear Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the screen or shine directly into your eyes P...

Page 23: ...r using an adjustable chair to control your arm s height above the keyboard Use an adjustable chair that is comfortable distributes your weight evenly and keeps your body relaxed Position your chair so the keyboard is at or slightly below the level of your elbow This position lets your shoulders relax while you type Adjust the chair height adjust the forward tilt of the seat or use a footrest to d...

Page 24: ...apter has no user replaceable or user serviceable parts inside The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters Caution Make sure that you use the AC adapter that came with your convertible notebook or one of the same type purchased from Gateway Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged The replacement cord must b...

Page 25: ...g the adapter from your convertible notebook then plug it back in Press FN F1 to toggle the status lights on and off Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the AC adapter Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet 4 When you finish using your convertible notebook for the first time turn off your convertible notebook and leave it connected to AC power until the battery charge indicato...

Page 26: ...e end of the modem cable into the modem jack on your convertible notebook 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack Warning High voltages can enter your convertible notebook through both the power cord and the modem connection To protect your convertible notebook and avoid electrical shock use a surge protector If you have a telephone modem use a surge protector that has...

Page 27: ...ork jack on your convertible notebook 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a cable modem DSL modem or Ethernet network jack Starting your convertible notebook Warning Do not work with the convertible notebook resting on your lap If the air vents are blocked the convertible notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin Caution Provide adequate space around your convertible notebook s...

Page 28: ...To open the main menu click or tap Start From that menu you can run programs and search for files For more information on using Windows see Using Windows and Customizing Windows in your online User Guide Important If your convertible notebook does not turn on make sure the Power Button Lock is in the unlocked position For more information see Keyboard area on page 10 Tip For more information about...

Page 29: ...wer the programs are laid out just as you left them Waking your convertible notebook from a Sleep state is much faster than turning on your convertible notebook after it has been turned completely off Hibernate mode is an alternative to Sleep mode In Hibernate mode your convertible notebook is turned completely off When you wake your convertible notebook from Hibernate mode however the programs th...

Page 30: ...rograms that are not responding If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your convertible notebook to normal operation you may have to restart reboot your convertible notebook To close unresponsive programs on your convertible notebook 1 Press CTRL ALT DEL OR Press the Windows Security button or For more information see Using the tablet control buttons on page 30 2 Click or tap Start Task...

Page 31: ... used The status indicators are located at the bottom of the LCD panel Important If your convertible notebook does not turn off immediately complete the following steps until the convertible notebook turns off 1 Press and hold the power button for about five seconds then release it 2 Unplug the power cord and remove the main and optional multibay batteries for more than 10 seconds Important If non...

Page 32: ...ned on LED off Numeric keypad is turned off Caps lock LED on Caps lock is turned on LED off Caps lock is turned off Battery charge LED blue Battery is fully charged LED purple Battery is charging LED blinking red Battery charge is very low LED solid red Battery is malfunctioning Important This LED only lights up when your convertible notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very ...

Page 33: ...ng shortcut keys for Windows function keys for specific system operations and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad Tip You can attach an external keyboard to the convertible notebook or optional port replicator using a USB port You do not need to shut down the convertible notebook to connect a USB keyboard Function keys System keys Navigation keys FN key Windows key Numeric keypad Application ...

Page 34: ...e information see System key combinations on page 27 Numeric keypad Use these keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on Press FN to turn on the numeric keypad FN key Press the FN key in combination with a colored system key to perform a specific action Windows key Press this key to open the Windows Start menu This key can also be used in combination with other keys to open utilitie...

Page 35: ...n airplane IEEE 802 11 communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication Enter Sleep mode or Hybrid Sleep mode Press the power button to leave Sleep mode For more information see Changing convertible notebook power settings on page 75 Toggle the convertible notebook display in the following order The LCD An external monitor or projector a monitor or projector must b...

Page 36: ...ess above the normal brightest setting Use this feature in bright lighting situations such as outside in bright sunlight Press a second time to decrease the brightness below the normal lowest brightness setting Use this feature in dim lighting situations Press a third time to return the display to the normal brightness setting Important Using this feature will affect battery performance Play or pa...

Page 37: ... combination again to restore the sound For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 47 Increase volume For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 47 Decrease volume For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 47 Press and hold FN then press this system key To ...

Page 38: ...on Screen rotation Rotate the display orientation For more information see Changing display orientation on page 44 Windows security Provides the same action as pressing CTRL ALT DELETE For more information see Restarting rebooting your convertible notebook on page 22 Mobility center Opens the Windows Mobility Center For more information about the Windows Mobility Center see Using the Windows Mobil...

Page 39: ...Forward Back browser Center Enter Mode 2 Controls audio and video as follows Up Down Brightness controls Right Left Volume up and down Center Mute sound Key type Icon Description Screen rotation Rotate the display orientation For more information see Changing display orientation on page 44 Windows security Provides the same action as pressing CTRL ALT DELETE For more information see Restarting reb...

Page 40: ...t PC Settings dialog box opens Windows Journal Opens Windows Journal You can reprogram this button to open another program or perform another task For more information see Programming the Windows Journal button on page 32 Mode Select the mode for the five way switch Five way switch Mode 1 Default mode Controls scrolling in documents and in your Internet browser as follows Up Down Scrolling Right L...

Page 41: ...www gateway com 33 4 Click or tap the Buttons tab ...

Page 42: ... then click or tap Change The Tablet Button Actions dialog box opens 6 Click or tap the arrow button to open the Press or Press and Hold list select an action then if applicable select a program 7 Click or tap OK The Tablet Button Actions dialog box closes 8 Click or tap OK ...

Page 43: ...toring encrypted files that only a user with a matching fingerprint can access Boot level security that requires a fingerprint authentication before the system will boot to Windows Scrolling so you can use the fingerprint reader in place of the touchpad Running the TouchStrip Tutorial Before using the fingerprint reader the first time you should run the TouchStrip Tutorial which teaches you the co...

Page 44: ...me screen opens 2 Click or tap Next The Finish screen opens 3 Select one of the following options then click or tap Next Enrollment to the biometric device Select this option to save your fingerprint to memory in the fingerprint reader Use this option to prevent unauthorized use of your notebook even if the hard drive has been removed Enrollment to the hard disk Select this option to save your fin...

Page 45: ...utorial runs After you have completed the tutorial the Enrollment screen appears OR If you do not want to run the TouchStrip Tutorial click or tap to uncheck the Run interactive tutorial check box then click or tap Next The Enrollment screen appears 5 Click or tap the button above the finger you are enrolling A new box appears with three empty circles in it ...

Page 46: ... password box type the same password in the Retype password box then click or tap Next 9 Click or tap Finish Using the Fingerprint Control Center The Fingerprint Control Center lets the administrator of the notebook control how the fingerprint reader is used You can Add new fingerprints to the database Edit or delete fingerprints from the database Modify how fingerprints are used for logging onto ...

Page 47: ... administrator privileges click or tap Elevate administrative privileges for user so you can make changes to the settings 3 Click or tap the yellow arrow in front of an option then click or tap the option or setting you want to change Using the fingerprint reader features For more information about the fingerprint reader and how to use its features click or tap Start All Programs Protector Suite Q...

Page 48: ...ouchpad 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 Touchpad Left button Right button Scroll zone ...

Page 49: ...ly accept clicking by using the touchpad buttons You can change this feature to allow tapping on the touchpad to simulate clicking the left button For more information see Changing the mouse touchpad or pointing device settings in your online User Guide To Do this Move the pointer on the screen Move your finger around on the touchpad If you run out of space and need to move the pointer farther lif...

Page 50: ... the touch of a fingertip Steady your hand on the display surface while writing The pressure of your hand or fingers will not affect any open programs Switching from AC to battery power dims the display slightly to save battery power Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen Position the pointer over the object Quickly press and release the right button once Thi...

Page 51: ...on the LCD panel hinge 3 Rotate the LCD panel in the direction of the rotational arrow until the back of the panel is facing you The panel soft locks into the final position 4 Close the LCD panel onto the keyboard You hear a click when the LCD panel latch locks Important Although you can use the digital pen to write on the screen when the convertible notebook is in notebook mode for best results a...

Page 52: ...mation see Using the tablet control buttons on page 30 OR Press the Mobility Center button The Windows Mobility Center window opens Click or tap Rotate screen Adjusting brightness To adjust screen brightness Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on the keyboard For more information see System key combinations on page 27 OR Press the Mobility Center button The Windows Mobility Ce...

Page 53: ...e 9 2 Slide the digital pen into the holder until the digital pen clicks into place Caution A finger tap or PDA stylus has no effect on your convertible notebook s display and ink pens and other pointed objects could damage the surface Always use the digital pen that came with your convertible notebook You can order extra digital pens from Gateway Caution Do not strike the display too sharply Alth...

Page 54: ... can sound a series of three beeps if the digital pen is not in the pen holder when you turn the convertible notebook off or place it in either Sleep or Hibernate mode This feature is shipped from the factory turned off To turn on the pen lost alarm 1 As soon as your convertible notebook starts and you see a startup screen press F2 The BIOS Setup utility opens 2 Open the Advanced menu 3 Highlight ...

Page 55: ... on the keyboard For more information see System key combinations on page 27 OR Press the Mobility Center button The Windows Mobility Center window opens Slide the Volume control to the volume level you want To adjust the volume from Windows 1 Click or tap Volume on the taskbar The volume control slider opens 2 Click and drag or tap and drag the slider up to increase volume and down to decrease vo...

Page 56: ...to change system sounds volume independently of general volume such as the volume used for music and game sounds Warning In environments where the risk of interference to other devices or services is harmful or perceived as harmful the option to use a wireless device may be restricted or eliminated Airports hospitals and oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use of w...

Page 57: ...an interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane IEEE 802 11 communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication Tip For more information about using your convertible notebook on a wireless network see Wireless Ethernet Networking in your online User Guide Warning R...

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Page 59: ...modules Using the CD or DVD drive Using the memory card reader Adding and removing a PC Card Using an optional port replicator Installing a printer or other peripheral device Viewing the display on a projector monitor or television Ordering accessories ...

Page 60: ...that the LCD panel is in notebook mode then close the LCD panel For more information see Converting from notebook 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 present then slide and hold the module bay latch The module may move out sli...

Page 61: ...www gateway com 53 7 Slide the module out 8 Firmly push the new module straight into the bay until the latch clicks into place 9 Replace the module bay lock screw 10 Connect the optional port replicator ...

Page 62: ...rive to create CDs or DVDs or play DVDs Combination DVD CD RW drive Installing programs playingaudioCDs playing DVDs accessing data and recording music and data to recordable CDs You cannot use this drive to create DVDs Multi format double layer DVD RW drive Installing programs playingaudioCDs playing DVDs accessing data recording music and data to CD R or CD RW discs and recording video and data ...

Page 63: ...ves contain regional codes that help control DVD title exports and help reduce illegal disc distribution To be able to play a prerecorded DVD the disc s regional code and your DVD drive s regional code must match The regional code on your DVD drive is determined by your convertible notebook s delivery address The regional code for the United States and Canada is 1 The regional code for Mexico is 4...

Page 64: ...click or tap Computer 2 Double click or double tap the drive letter for example the E drive then double click or double tap the file name Removing a memory card To remove a memory card 1 Push the memory card into the convertible notebook The memory card pops out slightly 2 Pull the memory card out of the convertible notebook Important RS Multimedia Card and Mini Secure Digital cards require the us...

Page 65: ...her information To insert a PC Card Push the card firmly into the PC Card slot label side up until the outer edge of the card is flush with the side of your convertible notebook To remove a PC Card 1 Turn off your convertible notebook then go to Step 5 OR Double click or double tap the remove hardware icon in the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box opens 2 Click or tap the PC Card name t...

Page 66: ...ort replicator also provides additional ports and other expansion features not included with your convertible notebook For more information about using a port replicator see the port replicator user guide Installing a printer or other peripheral device Your convertible notebook or optional port replicator has one or more of the following ports IEEE 1394 also known as Firewire or i Link and Univers...

Page 67: ... the cable to a USB port on your convertible notebook Connecting an IEEE 1394 device Your convertible notebook has a 4 pin IEEE 1394 port also known as a Firewire or i Link port for connecting devices such as a video camera Help For more information about installing peripheral devices click or tap Start then click or tap Help and Support Type the keyword installing devices in the Search Help box t...

Page 68: ... you face your audience To use a projector monitor or television 1 Turn off your convertible notebook 2 Plug the VGA cable into the VGA port on your projector monitor or television 3 Plug the VGA cable into the VGA port on your convertible notebook or optional port replicator 4 Turn on your convertible notebook Tip For the location of the IEEE 1394 port on your convertible notebook see Left on pag...

Page 69: ...the display properties If the image on the projector monitor or television does not appear correctly or if you want to use the display as an extension of your convertible notebook desktop you should adjust the display properties on the projector monitor or television To adjust the display properties on a projector monitor or television 1 Press the Mobility Center button The Windows Mobility Center...

Page 70: ...otebook display both displays have the same content click or tap to deselect the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor To use the monitor projector or television as an extension of your desktop increasing the size of your Windows desktop click or tap to select the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor You can click and drag or tap and drag the 2 monitor icon...

Page 71: ... opens 2 Click or tap Change presentation settings The Presentation Settings dialog box opens 3 Adjust properties such as Turn off screen saver and Set the volume to if necessary 4 Click or tap OK 5 Click or tap Turn on to turn on the presentation settings When you are finished giving the presentation click or tap Turn off to return to your standard convertible notebook settings Tip For more infor...

Page 72: ...vertible notebook s modular bay supports different bay modules such as a CD DVD combination DVD CD RW or multi format DVD RW drive or a multibay battery See Changing modules on page 52 for more information Carrying cases Gateway has large capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for accessories or supplies Digital pens Order replacement digital pens from Gateway The convertible noteboo...

Page 73: ...ing a port replicator with your convertible notebook Printers You can attach almost any type of printer to your convertible notebook The most common types are inkjet and laser printers which print in color or black and white Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive but they are slower than laser printers Using an inkjet color printer you can print pictures banners and greeting car...

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Page 75: ...TER5 67 Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Recharging the batteries Changing batteries Recalibrating the batteries Getting the most from your batteries Changing convertible notebook power settings ...

Page 76: ...rk To monitor the battery charge Move the mouse pointer over the power cord icon or battery icon in the taskbar A message appears showing the remaining battery time and the current power plan Wait for a Low Battery warning message to appear Look at the battery charge status indicator If your battery charge indicator displays what looks like an inaccurate charge you may need to recalibrate the batt...

Page 77: ...ng up 5 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position then slide the battery release latch Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Gateway convertible notebook Discard used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if m...

Page 78: ...bay battery for a bay module by following the instructions in Changing modules on page 52 Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Gateway convertible notebook Discard used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mish...

Page 79: ...ing the spacebar 5 Open the Exit menu highlight Exit Saving Changes then press ENTER 6 Select Yes then press ENTER The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you the progress The entire process takes several hours When the recalibration has finished the message Press Esc key to exit appears 7 Press ESC The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge Im...

Page 80: ...ally charged lithium ion battery does not cause harm because there is no memory Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the batteries to power your convertible notebook Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth Dim the display as low as is comfortable Disconnect all external devices like IEEE 1394 and USB devices and optical drives Remove PC Cards when you do not need them Many PC ...

Page 81: ...er sources To extend battery life use alternate power sources whenever possible If traveling internationally take electrical adapters Save the batteries for times when you cannot use a power adapter If you plan on taking your AC power adapter also take a single plug surge protector If you will have access to an EmPower in flight power receptacle an automobile power outlet or an automobile cigarett...

Page 82: ... also writes all current memory RAM information to the hard drive similar to Hibernate mode If your convertible notebook experiences a power outage while in Hybrid Sleep mode the convertible notebook reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open when you activated Hybrid Sleep mode If the convertible notebook does not experience a power outage...

Page 83: ... customize power settings from the Windows Mobility Center by selecting power plans and adjusting advanced power settings If your convertible notebook is and you want to then On Enter Sleep or Hybrid Sleep mode Press FN F3 On Enter Hibernate mode Click ortap Start click or tap the arrow next to the lock icon then click or tap Hibernate In Sleep Hybrid Sleep orHibernate mode Exit Sleep Hybrid Sleep...

Page 84: ...ormance in order to extend battery life Use this plan if you will be away from AC power outlets for an extended period of time Your programs may run slower than you are accustomed to under the other two power plans High performance This power plan sacrifices battery life in order to gain performance Use this plan if you need additional computing power for your program Your batteries may not last a...

Page 85: ...and Sleep system key You can also select which power saving mode is activated when you close the LCD panel To change advanced power management settings 1 Press the Mobility Center button The Windows Mobility Center window opens 2 Click or tap Change power settings The Select a power plan window opens Help For more information about changing the power plan click or tap Start then click or tap Help ...

Page 86: ...opens 2 Click or tap Change advanced power settings The Power Options dialog box opens 3 Click or tap the in front of Sleep then click or tap the in front of Allow hybrid sleep 4 Change the values to On for On battery and Plugged in Help For more information about changing the power management settings click or tap Start then click or tap Help and Support Type the keyword power management in the S...

Page 87: ...CHAPTER6 79 Traveling with Your Notebook Packing your convertible notebook Traveling by air Dial up modem Radio frequency wireless connections Files Security Power Additional tips ...

Page 88: ...ou to start your convertible notebook Have your convertible notebook hand inspected or sent through the X ray scanner but never carry it through the metal detector Turn off you convertible notebook for takeoff and landing Turn off all wireless devices while in the aircraft Dial up modem Take a telephone cord to connect the modem to telephone jacks If you are traveling internationally take telephon...

Page 89: ...are examples of devices which use wireless to communicate Files Copy your working files from your desktop computer to your convertible notebook before you travel If you need to access your desktop computer files from your convertible notebook while traveling set up your desktop computer for remote access Contact your network administrator for more information about remote access Take extra recorda...

Page 90: ...onvertible notebook The startup password is set using the BIOS utility To create a startup password 1 Restart your convertible notebook As soon as you see a startup screen press F2 The BIOS Setup utility opens 2 Open the Security menu highlight Set Supervisor Password then press ENTER and follow the instructions You must set the supervisor password in order to set the user startup password 3 Highl...

Page 91: ... Guide Power Take your AC power adapter to recharge the batteries If you are traveling internationally take power plug adapters Take a portable surge protector to protect your convertible notebook from power surges To get the best performance from your convertible notebook avoid using the batteries whenever possible monitor the battery charge and use the most efficient power management settings Fo...

Page 92: ...le notebook has been exposed to cold temperatures let it warm to room temperature before turning it on Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling internationally Consult your insurance company and credit card company to learn about emergency travel assistance if your convertible notebook is lost or damaged Take your recovery discs in case you need to install an additional dr...

Page 93: ...CHAPTER7 85 Maintaining Your Notebook Caring for your convertible notebook Cleaning your convertible notebook Maintaining the batteries Cleaning CDs or DVDs Recovering your system ...

Page 94: ...ittle and easy to break in cold temperatures and can melt or warp in high temperatures Damage due to either extreme is not covered by your warranty As a general rule your convertible notebook is safest at temperatures that are comfortable for you Keep all liquids away from your convertible notebook When spilled onto convertible notebook components almost any liquid can result in expensive repairs ...

Page 95: ...e Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight Use the special cleaning cloth included with your convertible notebook to wipe away dust and fingerprints Dampen the cloth with water or a mild window glass cleaner solution but never spray anything directly on the surface If liquid collects around the edges wipe it up immediately Digital pen Always store the digital pen in the Gateway convertible note...

Page 96: ...se household abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish on components Your convertible notebook is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case so keep the vents free of dust With your convertible notebook turned off and unplugged brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth Be careful not to drip any water into the vents Do not attempt to clean dust from the...

Page 97: ...es wipe it up immediately Maintaining the batteries The life span of a convertible notebook battery is about 1 5 to 3 years under normal conditions As the battery begins to die you will have to recharge the battery more frequently because it cannot hold a full charge Do not expose the battery to high heat or freezing temperatures Hot batteries discharge very quickly and cold ones cannot create as ...

Page 98: ...ery for longer than three to four weeks the battery could fully discharge because the battery circuitry itself consumes power If you have a spare lithium ion battery use one exclusively and keep the other cool by placing it in the refrigerator Make sure that it is wrapped protectively and that nothing will be dropped on it Do not freeze the battery Do not use old batteries Avoid purchasing spare l...

Page 99: ... drivers To recover software and drivers that were pre installed at the factory see Recovering pre installed software and drivers on page 92 For instructions on reinstalling software and drivers that were not pre installed see that product s documentation or support Web site If re installing software or drivers does not help then the problem may be solved by returning your system to a previous sta...

Page 100: ...ing the software and device drivers that were pre installed at the factory If you need to recover software that did not come pre installed on your system you need to follow that software s installation instructions You can recover pre installed software and drivers from a set of recovery discs you must create the discs or by using Gateway Recovery Center Preparing for software and device driver re...

Page 101: ... disc drive to perform this procedure To create discs for recovering pre installed software and drivers 1 Click or tap Start All Programs Gateway Recovery Center then click or tap Gateway Recovery Center The Gateway Recovery Center opens 2 Click or tap Applications and drivers external media then click or tap Next The What would you like to do dialog box opens 3 Click or tap Create system recovery...

Page 102: ...ins Label the discs as they are completed 6 If multiple discs are required insert the additional blank disks when prompted 7 When the process is finished the Congratulations window opens 8 Click or tap Finish 9 Remove your final disc then label all of the discs and store them in a safe place Important Use a permanent marker to label each disc Software and Driver Recovery along with a short descrip...

Page 103: ...ens 2 To recover software that was pre installed click or tap Programs then click or tap Application recovery OR Important If you have recently reinstalled Windows or installed a new hard drive and your Start menu does not contain Gateway Recovery Center as an option you must recover your software and drivers using software and driver recovery discs you have created For instructions see Recovering...

Page 104: ...y 3 Click or tap the software or driver you want to recover then click or tap Next Recovering pre installed software and drivers using recovery discs If you created a multiple disc set of recovery discs each disc contains a unique set of software and drivers If a recovery disc does not offer the software or driver you need to recover try another disc ...

Page 105: ...ay dialog box appears click or tap Run Grc_Vista exe If an AutoPlay dialog box does not appear and Gateway Recovery Center does not start open Computer and run the file Grc_Vista exe on the disc The Gateway Recovery Center starts 2 To recover pre installed software click or tap Application recovery then click or tap the software you want to recover OR ...

Page 106: ...es snapshots of your system settings and saves them as restore points In most cases of hard to resolve software problems you can return to one of these restore points to get your system running again Windows automatically creates an additional restore point each day and also each time you install software or device drivers You can also create a restore point manually For instructions see Manually ...

Page 107: ...side of the window click or tap Repair Windows using System Restore then click or tap Next The Choose a restore point dialog box opens 3 Click or tap the restore point you want click or tap Next then click or tap Finish A confirmation message box appears 4 Click or tap Yes Your system is restored using the restore point you specified This process may take several minutes and may restart your conve...

Page 108: ...Backup and Restore Center opens 2 On the left side of the window click or tap Create a restore point or change settings then click or tap Next The System Properties dialog box opens to the System Protection tab 3 Click or tap Create The Create a restore point dialog box opens 4 Type a description for the restore point such as the date and time then click or tap Create The restore point is created ...

Page 109: ...ng up repeatedly press F8 until the Recovery Options screen opens If Windows starts to load instead restart the convertible notebook and try again 3 Press the arrow keys on your keyboard to select Repair Your Computer then press ENTER Gateway System Recovery starts and the System Recovery Options dialog box opens 4 Select a language and keyboard layout then click or tap Next 5 Click or tap the Use...

Page 110: ...shed the Recovery is complete window opens 10 Click or tap Finish then click or tap Restart Your convertible notebook restarts in its original factory condition You still need to reinstall any software that was not pre installed on your convertible notebook If you selected Recovery with automatic data backup in Step 8 you can find your backed up files in c backup Important Before your hard drive i...

Page 111: ...eady done so For instructions see To create discs for recovering pre installed software and drivers on page 93 2 Insert the Windows DVD into your convertible notebook s DVD capable drive then turn on or restart your convertible notebook 3 When the prompt Press any key to boot from CD or DVD appears press any key on your keyboard A list of valid boot devices appears 4 Press the arrow keys to select...

Page 112: ...CHAPTER 7 Maintaining Your Notebook 104 ...

Page 113: ...CHAPTER8 105 Upgrading Your Notebook Preventing static electricity discharge Adding or replacing memory modules Replacing the hard drive kit ...

Page 114: ...onents 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 surface on your workbench or other grounded object Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts turn off ...

Page 115: ...onvertible notebook 3 Make sure the LCD panel is in notebook mode then close the LCD panel For more information see Converting from notebook to tablet mode on page 43 4 Disconnect from the optional port replicator 5 Disconnect the AC adapter modem cable and network cable if they are connected to the convertible notebook 6 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the convertible notebook and ...

Page 116: ...screws that secure the memory cover These screws cannot be removed 9 Remove the memory bay cover Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the bottom of the cover Slide the cover in the direction shown If the cover does not slide easily wiggle the cover to loosen it 10 If you are removing a module gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward...

Page 117: ...on If the module does not fit make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay 13 Replace the memory bay cover then replace the cover screw 14 Insert the main and optional multibay batteries then turn your convertible notebook over 15 Connect to the optional port replicator OR Connect the power adapter modem cable and network cable 16 Reconnect all peripheral devices ...

Page 118: ...on see Backing up files in your online User Guide 3 Follow the guidelines under Preventing static electricity discharge on page 106 4 Turn off your convertible notebook 5 Make sure the LCD panel is in notebook mode then close the LCD panel For more information see Converting from notebook to tablet mode on page 43 6 Disconnect from the optional port replicator 7 Disconnect the AC adapter modem cab...

Page 119: ...ver so the bottom is facing up then remove the main and optional multibay batteries For more information see Changing batteries on page 69 10 Loosen the two hard drive bay cover screws they cannot be removed then remove the hard drive bay cover Screw Screw ...

Page 120: ...CHAPTER 8 Upgrading Your Notebook 112 11 Remove the hard drive screw 12 Slide the old hard drive out of the convertible notebook Screw ...

Page 121: ...ghten the cover screws 19 Insert the main and optional multibay batteries then turn your convertible notebook over 20 Connect to the optional port replicator OR Connect the power adapter modem cable and network cable 21 Turn on your convertible notebook open the DVD drive insert the Windows DVD close the DVD drive then restart your convertible notebook 22 When the prompt Press any key to boot from...

Page 122: ...CHAPTER 8 Upgrading Your Notebook 114 ...

Page 123: ...CHAPTER9 115 Troubleshooting Safety guidelines First steps Troubleshooting Telephone support ...

Page 124: ...ps If you have problems with your convertible notebook try these things first Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to your convertible notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power Make sure that the power cord is firmly connected to the AC power adapter If you use a power strip or surge protector make sure that it is turned on Warning Do not try to troubleshoot y...

Page 125: ...r message appears on the screen write down the exact message The message may help Gateway Customer Care in diagnosing and fixing the problem If you added or removed peripheral devices review the installation procedures you performed and make sure that you followed each instruction If an error occurs in a program see the program s printed documentation or the online help Troubleshooting Troubleshoo...

Page 126: ...nvertible notebook You see an Access Denied or Write protect error message Move the write protection tab in the upper right corner of the diskette down unprotected The diskette may be full Delete unnecessary files on the diskette and try again Not all diskettes are IBM compatible Make sure that the diskette you are using is IBM compatible Try a different diskette Occasionally diskettes are flawed ...

Page 127: ...lution in your online User Guide The text on the display is dim or difficult to read Adjust the brightness using the system keys or Windows Mobility Center For more information about adjusting the brightness see Adjusting brightness on page 44 Change the display settings For instructions on changing the display settings see Changing screen settings in your online User Guide Move your convertible n...

Page 128: ...c on the tray make sure that you press the disc firmly onto the spindle so the retainers hold the disc in place Make sure that the disc label is facing up then try again If you are trying to play a DVD make sure that you have a DVD drive For more information see Identifying drive types on page 54 The modular drive may not be inserted completely into the modular bay Press the module into the bay th...

Page 129: ... that they are plugged in and turned on Clean the disc For more information see Cleaning CDs or DVDs on page 91 Your convertible notebook may be experiencing some temporary memory problems Shut down and restart your convertible notebook Reinstall the audio device drivers For more information see Recovering pre installed software and drivers on page 92 A DVD movie will not play Make sure that the l...

Page 130: ...Fingerprint reader The fingerprint reader does not recognize your fingerprint Make sure that you are using the correct method for swiping your finger For more information see Running the TouchStrip Tutorial on page 35 Make sure that you are using a finger that you have enrolled For more information see Enrolling your fingerprints on page 36 For more information about troubleshooting the fingerprin...

Page 131: ...tions on fixing hard drive problems see Checking the hard drive for errors in your online User Guide The hard drive cannot be accessed or you see a General failure reading drive C error message If a diskette is in the diskette drive eject it and restart your convertible notebook Make sure that the hard drive is installed correctly Remove it firmly reinsert it then restart your convertible notebook...

Page 132: ... and are unable to browse the Internet This problem can occur when you have typed a URL Web address incorrectly you have lost your Internet connection or your ISP is having technical difficulties Double check the URL or try a different URL If the error message still appears disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser then reconnect and open the browser If you still get the error your...

Page 133: ... loosen a key that might be stuck then restart your convertible notebook You are pressing a letter key and a number appears on the screen The numeric keypad is turned on For more information about using your keyboard see Using the keyboard on page 25 An external keyboard does not work Make sure that the keyboard cable is plugged in correctly Remove all extension cables and switchboxes Clean the ke...

Page 134: ...ve scan display device with a VGA input is the best choice Type of connection used You can connect the Media Center computer video output to a TV However the connection type has an affect on the video quality If your TV includes a VGA port connect the VGA cable from the Media Center computer s VGA monitor port to the TV s VGA In port for the best quality Many TVs do not have a VGA port Quality of ...

Page 135: ...interlaced method to display the picture on the screen a standard interlaced analog TV will most likely flicker when displaying thin lines and small text An interlaced video display device will produce a lower quality display especially when viewing and using the Media Center computer functions Progressive scan video displays a video frame with one pass of sequential scan lines A progressive scan ...

Page 136: ... on a non Media Center computer that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software such as PowerDVD The non Media Center computer must also have Windows Vista or Windows XP with Service Pack SP 1 or 2 Windows Media Player 9 or later and the Windows patch Q810243 Update You want to know whether you can play recorded videos on your home DVD player Yes you can DVDs recorded with the Media Center can be p...

Page 137: ...modem for additional troubleshooting information Modem dial up Your modem does not dial or does not connect Make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack For the location of your modem jack see Right on page 8 Make sure that your convertible notebook is connected to the telephone line and the telephone line has a dial tone Make sure that the modem ...

Page 138: ...ne or printer that is on the same line as the modem Do not connect these devices to the same telephone line as the modem Make sure that you are not using a digital rollover or PBX line These lines do not work with your modem Check for line noise scratchy crackling or popping sounds Line noise is a common problem that can cause the modem to connect at a slower rate abort downloads or even disconnec...

Page 139: ... service provider equipment or ISP limitations may lower the speed even further If your convertible notebook has a v 90 modem the speed at which you can upload send data is limited to 33 6K If your convertible notebook has a v 92 modem the speed at which you can upload data is limited to 48K Your ISP may not support 48K uploads Your fax communications program only sends and receives faxes at 14 40...

Page 140: ...dy open or the modem has failed to respond the modem did not pass diagnostics The modem is noisy when it dials and connects When your modem tries to connect to another modem it begins handshaking Handshaking is a digital getting acquainted conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols You may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first...

Page 141: ... that the mouse port works The external mouse works erratically Clean the mouse Some mouse pad patterns confuse optical mice Try the mouse on a different surface Networks wired You cannot see the other computers on your wired Ethernet network Make sure that your Ethernet cable is plugged into the Ethernet jack on your convertible notebook Make sure that the other end is plugged into a router or ca...

Page 142: ...slower than you expect If your Ethernet network is running slower than you expect check the speed of each Ethernet component For best results all Ethernet components should be standard Ethernet 10 Mbps Fast Ethernet 100 Mbps or 10 100 Mbps or Gigabit Ethernet 1000 Mbps or 10 100 1000 Mbps A mixture of Ethernet Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet components will result in your network running at the...

Page 143: ...a wireless network is related to signal strength Signal strength is affected by the distance between your wireless network devices by radio interference and by interference from natural obstructions such as walls ceilings floors and doors If your wireless network is running slower than you expect you should check your network signal strength If you find the signal strength is low try moving to a n...

Page 144: ...are listed in the Connect to a network dialog box If the network you are attempting to access does not broadcast its SSID you need to request the SSID from the administrator and add that network s information into the wireless utility You may want to try entering ANY as the SSID which will make the computer try to auto detect the network Your wireless network is listed as a preferred network but i...

Page 145: ...s or printers on your home network You may however be able to access the Internet through your home network Passwords Your convertible notebook does not accept your password Make sure that CAPS LOCK and NUM LOCK are turned off then retype the password You forgot your startup password The password feature which is set in the BIOS Setup utility is very secure with no easy way to recover a forgotten ...

Page 146: ...ed cables Your convertible notebook is not working on battery power Check the power management settings For more information about using power management settings see Changing convertible notebook power settings on page 75 Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly For instructions on inserting your batteries see Changing batteries on page 69 Make sure that the batteries are fully rechar...

Page 147: ...r you want to print to is not the default printer make sure that you have selected it in the printer setup To set a default printer 1 Click or tap Start then click or tap Control Panel The Control Panel window opens 2 Click or tap Hardware and Sound 3 Click or tap the Printers 4 Right click or button tap the name of the printer you want to be the default printer then click or tap Set as Default Pr...

Page 148: ...r adding paper Sound You are not getting sound from the built in speakers Make sure that headphones are not plugged into the headphone jack Make sure that the volume control on your convertible notebook is turned up For more information about using your volume control see Adjusting the volume on page 47 Make sure that the Windows volume control is turned up For instructions on how to adjust the vo...

Page 149: ...r online User Guide The pointer moves unexpectedly Clean the touchpad with a damp cloth water only and wipe it dry Adjust the touchpad or pointing device settings For instructions on how to adjust the touchpad or pointing device settings see Changing mouse touchpad or pointing device settings in your online User Guide Video The projector or external monitor is not working Make sure that you have p...

Page 150: ...entation The software publisher s Web site See the troubleshooting section of this chapter Have your customer ID serial number and order number available along with a detailed description of your problem including the exact text of any error messages and the steps you have taken Make sure that your convertible notebook is nearby at the time of your call The technician may have you follow troublesh...

Page 151: ...APPENDIX A 143 Legal Information Important safety information Regulatory compliance statements Environmental information Notices ...

Page 152: ... properly grounded when in use The plug on this cord will fit only into a grounding type outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet contact an electrician to install the appropriate outlet If you use an extension cord with this convertible notebook make sure that the total ampere rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the ext...

Page 153: ...section is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device Warning Radio 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 IEEE 802 11 also known as wireless Ethernet or WiFi wireless Internet and Bluetooth communication devices are example...

Page 154: ...hese devices outdoors is prohibited Some circumstances require restrictions on wireless devices United States of America Federal Communications Commission FCC Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Low power Radio transmitter type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operatinginthe2 4 GHzbandand or5 15 5 35 GHzband maybepresent embedded in your notebook system This section is onl...

Page 155: ... However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation betwe...

Page 156: ... telephone company may make changes inits facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of this equipment If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service This equipment cannot be used on telephone company provided coin service Connection to party line service is subj...

Page 157: ...d including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Unintentional emitter per ICES 003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada Le présent appareil numérique n émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils ...

Page 158: ...ent 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 Users should make sure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines a...

Page 159: ...tain chemical compounds are highly recoverable recyclable and reusable You can do your part for the environment by following these simple steps When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you take it back to your local or regional waste collection administration for recycling In some cases your end of life product may be traded in for credit towards the purchase of new Gate...

Page 160: ...ossibility of such damages In the interest of continued product development Gateway reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any time without notices or obligation Trademark Acknowledgments Gateway and the Black and White Spot Design are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway Inc in the U S and other countries Intel Intel Inside logo and Penti...

Page 161: ...ources 73 bay 69 changing 69 charge indicator 24 68 charge status 68 charging 16 68 conserving power 72 icons 68 installing main 69 installing multibay 70 latch 10 main 10 managing power 72 monitoring charge 68 multibay 8 9 70 purchasing 64 recalibrating 71 recharging 16 68 release latch 10 replacing 69 bays battery 69 DVD drive 52 DVD CD RW drive 52 hard drive 10 memory 9 107 module 52 multibay b...

Page 162: ...external keyboard 25 external monitor 60 keyboard 25 mouse 41 printer 58 projector 60 scanner 58 to cable modem 19 to DSL modem 19 to Ethernet 19 to network 19 video camera 59 60 connections audio 6 broadband Internet 7 19 cable modem 7 19 dial up modem 8 18 digital camera 7 digital video camera 7 58 docking 7 DSL modem 7 19 Ethernet 7 19 external audio 6 external diskette drive 7 59 external spea...

Page 163: ...VD 8 9 DVD CD RW 8 9 54 DVD RW 54 hard drive 10 110 identifying drive types 54 installing and replacing 52 multi format DVD RW 54 replacing hard drive 110 troubleshooting 118 120 123 types 54 DSL modem 7 19 troubleshooting 129 DVD cleaning 91 inserting 55 troubleshooting 120 DVD drive identifying 54 locating 8 9 52 64 replacing drive module 52 troubleshooting 120 using 54 DVD CD RW drive See DVD d...

Page 164: ...talling battery 69 70 bay modules 52 devices 58 digital camera 58 digital video camera 58 drives 52 DVD drive 52 64 DVD CD RW drive 52 64 hard drive 110 memory 107 multibay battery 70 PC Card 57 peripheral devices 58 printer 58 scanner 58 Internet troubleshooting 124 131 J jacks See connections K Kensington cable lock 82 lock slot 8 key combinations 27 keyboard buttons 25 cleaning 89 connecting 25...

Page 165: ...ter troubleshooting 126 memory bay 9 installing 107 purchasing 64 removing 107 replacing 107 troubleshooting 128 memory card reader locating 6 memory cards 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 u...

Page 166: ...82 137 startup 82 supervisor 82 user 82 PC Card adding 57 eject button 57 inserting 57 installing 57 removing 57 slot 57 troubleshooting 137 PCMCIA card See PC Card PDA memory cards 55 pen latch 10 46 See also digital pen Pen lost alarm 46 peripheral devices 58 Plug and Play devices IEEE 1394 support for 59 USB support for 58 59 pointer identifying 40 moving 41 port replicator docking port 7 using...

Page 167: ...arging battery 68 recovering drivers 92 software 92 system 91 103 replacing See installing resetting notebook 22 restarting notebook 22 right clicking 42 45 S safety avoiding repetitive strain 16 caring for notebook 86 general precautions 144 guidelines for troubleshooting 116 posture 15 reducing eye strain 14 setting up computer 15 static electricity 106 scanner installing 58 USB port 7 screen re...

Page 168: ...ng 11 Mobility Center 30 mode 31 32 Screen Rotation 30 31 Windows Journal 32 Windows Security 30 31 tapping 45 technical support Support 4 tips before contacting 141 telephone acoustic handset coupler 80 line protector 80 line tester 80 telephone support 141 touchpad buttons 40 41 clicking 41 double clicking 41 dragging screen objects 42 locating 11 moving pointer 40 41 moving screen objects 42 op...

Page 169: ...48 U upgrading 105 USB port 7 58 59 user password 82 V VGA port 7 60 video monitor port 7 projector port 7 troubleshooting 141 VGA port 7 video camera connecting 59 60 volume adjusting 29 47 adjusting modem 132 controls 47 muting 29 47 system keys 29 troubleshooting 140 W waking up notebook 21 Windows key 25 26 Product Key Code 3 Windows Journal button 32 Windows Security button 22 30 31 wired Eth...

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