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Chapter 2: Getting Started
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Connecting the AC adapter
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 battery. Allow 24 hours for the battery
to fully charge.
To connect the AC adapter:
1
Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
Important
If the battery is not fully charged before you use your
notebook on battery power for the first time, the battery life
may be much shorter than you expect. If the battery life
seems short even after being charged for 24 hours, the
battery may need to be recalibrated. For more information,
see
“Recalibrating the battery” on page 152
.
Warning
Make sure that you use the AC adapter that came with
your notebook or one of the same type purchased from
Gateway.
Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The
replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage
rating as the original cord or your notebook may be
damaged.
Summary of Contents for M305
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Page 24: ...14 Chapter 1 Checking Out Your Gateway M305 www gateway com ...
Page 52: ...42 Chapter 3 Getting Help www gateway com ...
Page 74: ...64 Chapter 4 Windows Basics www gateway com ...
Page 84: ...74 Chapter 5 Using the Internet www gateway com ...
Page 135: ...125 Creating CDs using Nero Express www gateway com The screen you use to add files opens ...
Page 158: ...148 Chapter 7 Sending and Receiving Faxes www gateway com ...
Page 180: ...170 Chapter 9 Travel Tips www gateway com ...
Page 212: ...202 Chapter 11 Networking Your Notebook www gateway com ...
Page 220: ...210 Chapter 12 Moving From Your Old Computer www gateway com ...
Page 238: ...228 Chapter 13 Maintaining Your Notebook www gateway com ...
Page 262: ...252 Chapter 15 Upgrading Your Notebook www gateway com ...
Page 290: ...280 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting www gateway com ...
Page 304: ...294 Appendix A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information www gateway com ...
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