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HARDWARE REFERENCE

Gateway Computer

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8511126_mBTX HW-RPL_FRONT.pdf 11/11/2005 8:30:20 AM

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Page 1: ...HARDWARE REFERENCE Gateway Computer C M Y CM MY CY CMY K 8511126_mBTX HW RPL_FRONT pdf 11 11 2005 8 30 20 AM 8511126_mBTX HW RPL_FRONT pdf 11 11 2005 8 30 20 AM...

Page 2: ...g the case 14 Replacing the front bezel 14 Replacing the side panel 15 Adding or replacing memory 15 Replacing the system battery 17 Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive 18 Adding or replacing an opt...

Page 3: ...Contents www gateway com ii...

Page 4: ...CHAPTER 1 1 AboutThisReference About this guide Accessing the online User Guide Gateway contact information Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity...

Page 5: ...cessing the online User Guide In addition to this guide the User Guide has been included on your hard drive The User Guide is an in depth easy to read manual that includes information on the following...

Page 6: ...s information if you call for assistance Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the back or side of your computer includes the product key code...

Page 7: ...CHAPTER 1 About This Reference www gateway com 4...

Page 8: ...CHAPTER 2 5 HardwareBasics Front Back...

Page 9: ...programs watch DVDs and store large files onto recordable discs depending on drive type This drive may be a CD recordable CD DVD or recordable DVD drive To identify your drive type and for more inform...

Page 10: ...rewire or i Link devices such as a digital camcorder into these 6 pin IEEE 1394 ports For more information see your User Guide which is available on your hard drive To access this guide click Start Al...

Page 11: ...escription Power connector Plug the power cord into this connector Cover release lever Lift this lever to open the computer cover Case cover thumbscrew Remove this screw before opening the case Kensin...

Page 12: ...umentation If the back of your computer has three audio jacks this jack is the audio input line in jack Plug an external audio input source such as a stereo into this jack so you can record sound on y...

Page 13: ...mentation PS 2 keyboard port Plug a Personal System 2 PS 2 keyboard into this port PS 2 mouse port Plug a PS 2 mouse into this port DVI monitor port optional Plug a digital monitor into this port Mode...

Page 14: ...Adding or replacing a CD or DVD drive Adding or replacing an optional diskette drive Adding or replacing the memory card reader Adding or replacing a hard drive Replacing the front fan Replacing the r...

Page 15: ...h computer components follow these guidelines Avoid static causing surfaces such as carpeted floors plastic and packing foam Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use...

Page 16: ...way com 13 Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from these illustrations 5 Lift the cover release lever 6 Swing the side panel away from the computer then lift the pane...

Page 17: ...and away from the case Closing the case Replacing the front bezel To replace the front bezel 1 Insert the tabs on the left side of the bezel into the slots in the left side of the computer 2 Swing th...

Page 18: ...computer then swing the side panel in toward the top of the computer to secure it into place 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrew 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord Adding or replacing memory When...

Page 19: ...d press the module firmly into the bank The tabs on the sides of the memory module should secure the memory module automatically When the module is secure you hear a click 6 Return your computer to it...

Page 20: ...from the utility 4 Shut down your computer 5 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in Removing the side panel on page 12 6 For more stability place your computer on its side To avoid scr...

Page 21: ...ons in Removing the front bezel on page 14 Important The color and shape of your replacement drive s front cover may vary from your original drive 3 If you are installing a new drive go to Step 7 OR I...

Page 22: ...manufacturer s instructions 10 Replace the front bezel by following the instructions in Replacing the front bezel on page 14 11 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Replacing the s...

Page 23: ...nt bezel by following the instructions in Replacing the front bezel on page 14 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Replacing the side panel on page 15 Adding or replacing the me...

Page 24: ...the front of the case then slide the drive release latch forward to lock the drive into place You do not need to replace the thumbscrew because it was originally installed for shipping purposes Import...

Page 25: ...nt the restore chapter in the User Guide To access the User Guide click Start All Programs then click Gateway Documentation 2 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in Removing the side p...

Page 26: ...nstructions in Replacing the side panel on page 15 11 Reconnect all external cables and the power cord 12 Turn on your computer 13 If you installed a new drive format and partition the drive according...

Page 27: ...ect the fan cable from the system board The location of the fan connection may vary so trace the fan cable from the fan to the system board 4 Remove the fan mount by pressing in on the flat area near...

Page 28: ...k into place 8 Reconnect the fan cable to the system board 9 Replace the fan cover 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Replacing the side panel on page 15 Replacing the rear fan...

Page 29: ...to the back of the computer 5 Reconnect the fan cable to the system board 6 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Replacing the side panel on page 15 7 Reconnect all external cables...

Page 30: ...secure the power supply to the case 6 Reconnect the power supply cables using your notes from Step 2 7 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in Replacing the side panel on page 15 Repla...

Page 31: ...he old heat sink or unpack the new heat sink so you do not damage the TIM 5 Release the processor by pushing down on the lever and then lifting the lever completely up 6 Remove the processor from the...

Page 32: ...ructions in Replacing the side panel on page 15 Replacing the I O board Tips Tricks You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the I O board To replace the front I O board 1 Remove the side panel by f...

Page 33: ...able from the old I O panel board and connect it to the new I O panel board 6 Insert the new I O panel board into the computer then replace the screw 7 Place the front I O assembly onto the computer t...

Page 34: ...humbscrew from the expansion card cover 3 For more stability place your computer on its side To avoid scratching the case place it on a towel or other non abrasive surface 4 If you are replacing a car...

Page 35: ...by following the instructions in Replacing the side panel on page 15 Replacing the system board To replace the system board Tips Tricks You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the system board 1 R...

Page 36: ...m Caution The heat sink has Thermal Interface Material TIM located on the bottom of it Use caution when you remove the old heat sink or unpack the new heat sink so you do not damage the TIM 8 Loosen t...

Page 37: ...o to Step 17 14 Release the processor from the old system board by pushing down on the lever and then lifting the lever completely up 15 Remove the processor from the old system board 16 Install the p...

Page 38: ...en a module is secure you hear a click Caution Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of the expansion card Touching the contacts can cause electrostatic damage to the card 20 Install the expans...

Page 39: ...CHAPTER 3 Maintenance Basics www gateway com 36...

Page 40: ...APPENDIX A 37 Safety Regulatory andLegalInformation Important safety information Regulatory compliance statements Environmental information Notices...

Page 41: ...stalltheappropriateoutlet Ifyouuseanextensioncordwiththissystem makesurethatthetotalampereratingontheproductspluggedintotheextensioncord doesnotexceedtheextensioncordampererating Ifyoursystemisfittedw...

Page 42: ...a Proposition 65 Warning Warning This product contains chemicals including lead known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or reproductive harm Telecommunications per Part 68 of th...

Page 43: ...wiringassociatedwithasingle lineindividualservicemaybeextendedbymeansofacertifiedconnectorassembly Thecustomershould beawarethatcompliancewiththeaboveconditionsmaynotpreventdegradationofserviceinsome...

Page 44: ...ntofnaturalresourcesneededtoproduceelectricalandelectronicequipment minimizetheuseof landfillsforthedisposalof endoflife products andgenerallyimproveourqualityoflifebyensuringthatpotentiallyhazardous...

Page 45: ...APPENDIX A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information www gateway com 42...

Page 46: ...odem 10 monitor 9 mouse 6 7 9 10 network 8 parallel 9 power 8 power cord 8 printer 6 7 9 PS 2 keyboard 10 PS 2 mouse 10 rear speakers 8 scanner 6 7 9 serial 10 side speaker 9 subwoofer 9 USB 6 7 9 vid...

Page 47: ...bezel 14 optical connection 9 P parallel port 9 port monitor 10 ports See connections power button 7 connector 8 Hibernate mode 7 Standby Resume 7 power button 7 power supply replacing 26 printer par...

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