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Summary of Contents for MX6708h

Page 1: ...NOTEBOOK REFERENCEGUIDE...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...Working safely and comfortably 14 Reducing eye strain 14 Setting up your computer desk and chair 15 Sitting at your notebook 15 Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain 15 Connecting the...

Page 4: ...sing the memory card reader 44 Memory card types 44 Inserting a memory card 44 Using a memory card 45 Removing a memory card 45 Adding and removing a PC Card 45 Using a port replicator 47 Installing a...

Page 5: ...s 71 Files 71 Security 72 Power 73 Additional tips 73 Chapter 7 Maintaining Your Notebook 75 Caring for your notebook 76 Cleaning your notebook 76 Cleaning the exterior 77 Cleaning the keyboard 77 Cle...

Page 6: ...s 108 Ethernet 110 File management 110 Hard drive 110 Internet 111 Keyboard 112 Media Center 113 Memory 116 Memory card reader 117 Modem cable or DSL 117 Modem dial up 117 Mouse 121 Networks wired 121...

Page 7: ...www gateway com v Appendix A Legal Information 133 Index 143...

Page 8: ...Contents vi...

Page 9: ...CHAPTER1 1 About This Reference About this guide Accessing your online User Guide Gateway contact information Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity For more information...

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 H...

Page 11: ...eed this information if you call for assistance Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code...

Page 12: ...formation For more information about your notebook visit Gateway s Support page at www gateway com or the Web address shown on your notebook s label The Support page also has links to additional Gatew...

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

Page 14: ...y lights up when your notebook is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low Power indicator LED on Notebook is on LED blinking Notebook is in Sleep or Hybrid Sleep mode LED off Notebook...

Page 15: ...mayoverheat resultingin unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are not obstructed Do not use the notebook on a bed sof...

Page 16: ...ader on page 44 The memory card reader supports Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro Mini Secure Digital MultiMediaCard RS MultiMediaCard and Secure Digital cards USB ports Plug USB devices such as a diskett...

Page 17: ...n analog VGA monitor or projector into this port For more information see Viewing the display on a projector or monitor on page 49 Monitor port Power connector Website Online Support Tech Support Phon...

Page 18: ...tional port replicator to this port Warning Power is passed through this port This docking connection is certified to UL 1950 for use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway notebook Main...

Page 19: ...67 Keyboard Provides all the features of a full sized computer keyboard For more information see Using the keyboard on page 25 Microphone Record audio through this microphone The built in microphone i...

Page 20: ...mouse For more information see Using the EZ Pad touchpad on page 29 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 mor...

Page 21: ...Connecting to a broadband modem or network Starting your notebook Turning off your notebook Restarting rebooting your notebook Using the status indicators Using the keyboard Using the EZ Pad touchpad...

Page 22: ...book 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 di...

Page 23: ...r shoulders relax while you type Adjust the chair height adjust the forward tilt of the seat or use a footrest to distribute your weight evenly on the chair and relieve pressure on the back of your th...

Page 24: ...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 notebook or one of the same type purchas...

Page 25: ...urns on a Unplug the adapter from your notebook then plug it back in b Press FN F1 to toggle the status lights on and off 4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time turn off your noteboo...

Page 26: ...them to a surge protector which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from reaching your notebook Warning High voltages can enter your notebook through both the power cord and the modem connection...

Page 27: ...notebook 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack Warning To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger for example No 24 AWG UL listed or CSA certified telecomm...

Page 28: ...your notebook 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a cable modem DSL modem or Ethernet network jack Starting your notebook Tip For the location of the network jack on an optional port repl...

Page 29: ...such as printers scanners speakers and an optional port replicator 5 To open the main menu click Start From that menu you can run programs and search for files For more information on using Windows se...

Page 30: ...from a Sleep state is much faster than turning on your notebook after it has been turned completely off Hibernate mode is an alternative to Sleep mode In Hibernate mode your notebook is turned complet...

Page 31: ...dialog box opens 3 Click the program that is not responding 4 Click End Task 5 Click X in the top right corner of the Windows Task Manager dialog box To restart your notebook Click Start click the arr...

Page 32: ...ireless network LED on Optional wireless IEEE 802 11 radio is turned on LED off Optional wireless IEEE 802 11 radio is turned off Caps lock LED on Caps lock is turned on LED off Caps lock is turned of...

Page 33: ...r key Tip You can attach an external keyboard to the notebook or optional port replicator using a USB port You do not need to shut down the notebook to connect a USB keyboard Key type Icon Description...

Page 34: ...e beginning of a document or to the end of a document 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...

Page 35: ...s devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane IEEE 802 11 communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication Enter Sleep mode or Hybrid Sleep mode Press the...

Page 36: ...ss 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 brightnes...

Page 37: ...sound Press the key combination again to restore the sound For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 36 Increase volume For more information see Adjusting the volume on page 36 Decrease v...

Page 38: ...le click speed pointer speed right hand or left hand configuration and other touchpad settings see Changing the mouse touchpad or pointing device settings in your online User Guide Tip You may have re...

Page 39: ...his action is called double clicking 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...

Page 40: ...on the screen Tap to select an item Double tap to open an item or start a program Tap and hold then move the device to move an item Left button Press to select an item Press twice in rapid succession...

Page 41: ...the Accessory Store at www gateway com Important Your notebook was sent from Gateway with the pointing device turned on For instructions on how to turn the pointing device on or off see Turning the t...

Page 42: ...evice on or off depending on which device you prefer to use To turn the touchpad or optional pointing device on or off 1 Click Start then click Control Panel The Control Panel window opens 2 Click Har...

Page 43: ...ess and decrease brightness keys on the keyboard For more information see System key combinations on page 27 OR Click Start All Programs Accessories then click Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobi...

Page 44: ...ystem key combinations on page 27 OR Click Start All Programs Accessories then click Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center window opens Slide the Volume control to the desired volume lev...

Page 45: ...ipment 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 provi...

Page 46: ...ow opens Click Turn wireless on or Turn wireless off Bluetooth radio Your notebook may have a Bluetooth radio for communicating with another Bluetooth device such as a printer scanner camera MP3 playe...

Page 47: ...sing the CD or DVD drive Using the memory card reader Adding and removing a PC Card Using a port replicator Installing a printer or other peripheral device Viewing the display on a projector or monito...

Page 48: ...emoving a drive make sure that there is no disc in it 2 Make sure that the notebook is not in Sleep or Hibernate mode 3 Close the LCD panel 4 Disconnect your notebook from the optional port replicator...

Page 49: ...bay module release latch The module moves out slightly 8 Slide the bay module out 9 Firmly push the new bay module straight into the bay until the latch clicks into place 10 Reinstall the optional se...

Page 50: ...f your drive has this logo This is your drive type Use your drive for CD drive Installing programs playing audio CDs and accessing data You cannot use this drive to create CDs or DVDs or play DVDs DVD...

Page 51: ...ts and help reduce illegal disc distribution To be able to play a 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 n...

Page 52: ...ry card reader to transfer data between your notebook and a device that uses memory cards such as a PDA MP3 player or cellular telephone Memory card types The memory card reader supports Memory Stick...

Page 53: ...as 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 changing most cards because your notebook supports hot swapping Hot...

Page 54: ...OR Double click the remove hardware icon in the taskbar The Safely Remove Hardware dialog box opens 2 Click the PC Card name then click Stop The Stop a Hardware device dialog box opens 3 Click the PC...

Page 55: ...xpansion features not included with your notebook For more information about using a port replicator see the port replicator user guide Installing a printer or other peripheral device Your notebook or...

Page 56: ...camera keyboard or mouse To connect your USB device to your notebook 1 Connect one end of the USB cable to your device 2 Connect the other end of the cable to a USB port on your notebook Help For mor...

Page 57: ...e presentation from your notebook at the same time as you face your audience To use a projector or external monitor 1 Turn off your notebook 2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into the monitor port...

Page 58: ...properties If the image on the projector or monitor does not appear correctly or if you want to use the display as an extension of your notebook desktop you should adjust the display properties on th...

Page 59: ...display both displays have the same content click to deselect the check box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor 6 To use the external monitor or projector as an extension of your desktop...

Page 60: ...ty Center The Windows Mobility Center window opens 2 Click Change presentation settings The Presentation Settings dialog box opens 3 Adjust properties such as Turn off screen saver and Set the volume...

Page 61: ...ransmitted through an S Video out jack Use the built in speakers or a set of headphones or external powered speakers or connect your notebook to a stereo system using the headphone jack to hear sound...

Page 62: ...sing an additional battery Bay modules Your convertible notebook s modular bay supports different bay modules such as a CD drive combination DVD CD RW drive DVD RW drive a second hard drive a diskette...

Page 63: ...ort replicator with your notebook Printers You can attach almost any type of printer to your notebook The most common types are inkjet and laser printers which print in color or black and white Inkjet...

Page 64: ...CHAPTER 4 Using Drives and Accessories 56...

Page 65: ...CHAPTER5 57 Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Recharging the battery ies Recalibrating the battery ies Extending battery life Changing notebook power settings...

Page 66: ...ent losing any unsaved work 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 cu...

Page 67: ...Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Gateway notebook Discard used batteries according to local hazardous mater...

Page 68: ...he notebook is connected to AC power To install a secondary battery Swap the secondary battery for a bay module by following the instructions in Changing modules on page 40 Warning Danger of explosion...

Page 69: ...pacebar 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 entir...

Page 70: ...es not cause harm because there is no memory Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery ies to power your notebook Turn off wireless networking and Bluetooth Dim the display as...

Page 71: ...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...

Page 72: ...e open when you activated Hybrid Sleep mode If the notebook does not experience a power outage while in Hybrid Sleep mode it restarts using the information in current memory thus reducing startup time...

Page 73: ...select one of the defined power plans or create a custom power plan Three power plans are pre defined for you Balanced This is the default power plan which balances performance and battery life Power...

Page 74: ...ens 2 Click Change power settings The Select a power plan window opens 3 Select the power plan you want to use OR Click Change plan settings modify the power plan you selected then click Save changes...

Page 75: ...es then click Windows Mobility Center The Windows Mobility Center window opens 2 Click Change power settings The Select a power plan window opens 3 Click a setting on the left side of the screen that...

Page 76: ...plan window opens 2 Click Change advanced power settings The Power Options dialog box opens 3 Click the in front of Sleep then click the in front of Allow hybrid sleep 4 Change the values to On for O...

Page 77: ...CHAPTER6 69 Traveling with Your Notebook Packing your notebook Traveling by air Dial up modem Radio frequency wireless connections Files Security Power Additional tips...

Page 78: ...art your notebook Have your notebook hand inspected or sent through the X ray scanner but never carry it through the metal detector Turn off you notebook for takeoff and landing Turn off all wireless...

Page 79: ...ces are examples of devices which use wireless to communicate Files Copy your working files from your desktop computer to your notebook before you travel If you need to access your desktop computer fi...

Page 80: ...password is set using the BIOS utility To create a startup password 1 Restart your notebook As soon as you see a startup screen press F2 The BIOS Setup utility opens 2 Open the Security menu highligh...

Page 81: ...the best performance from your notebook avoid using the battery whenever possible monitor the battery charge and use the most efficient power management settings For information on conserving battery...

Page 82: ...redit card company to learn about emergency travel assistance if your notebook is lost or damaged Take your recovery discs in case you need to install an additional driver or software Tip You can crea...

Page 83: ...CHAPTER7 75 Maintaining Your Notebook Caring for your notebook Cleaning your notebook Maintaining the battery ies Cleaning CDs or DVDs Recovering your system...

Page 84: ...As a general rule your notebook is safest at temperatures that are comfortable for you Keep all liquids away from your notebook When spilled onto notebook components almost any liquid can result in e...

Page 85: ...tebook with the exception of the memory bay Cleaning the keyboard You should clean the keyboard occasionally by using an aerosol can of air with a narrow straw like extension to remove dust and lint t...

Page 86: ...one total discharge Recharging a partially charged lithium ion battery does not cause any harm because it has no memory Batteries with fuel gauges notebooks should be calibrated by applying a deliber...

Page 87: ...atteries and store them for years they may not work when you decide to use them Consider removing the battery from your notebook when running on fixed power However remember that when you have removed...

Page 88: ...g your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly For instructions see Using Microsoft System Restore on page 87 If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to return you...

Page 89: ...installed software and drivers from your hard drive However if you ever re install Windows from the Windows DVD or install a new hard drive you need to recover your pre installed software and drivers...

Page 90: ...ick Applications and drivers external media then click Next The What would you like to do dialog box opens 3 Click Create system recovery discs then click Next 4 Insert a blank recordable disc into th...

Page 91: ...nished the Congratulations window opens 8 Click 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...

Page 92: ...nstalled click Programs then click Application recovery OR To recover device drivers that were pre installed click Hardware then click Device driver recovery Important If you have recently reinstalled...

Page 93: ...vers If a recovery disc does not offer the software or driver you need to recover try another disc To recover software and drivers using recovery discs 1 Insert a software and driver recovery disc int...

Page 94: ...oftware you want to recover OR To recover pre installed device drivers click Device driver recovery then click the type of driver you want to recover 3 Click Next 4 If the software or driver is not sh...

Page 95: ...e 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 poi...

Page 96: ...e Center opens 2 On the left side of the window click Repair Windows using System Restore then click Next The Choose a restore point dialog box opens 3 Click the restore point you want click Next then...

Page 97: ...ackup and Restore Center opens 2 On the left side of the window click Create a restore point or change settings then click Next The System Properties dialog box opens to the System Protection tab 3 Cl...

Page 98: ...up repeatedly press F8 until the Recovery Options screen opens If Windows starts to load instead restart the notebook and try again 3 Press the arrow keys on your keyboard to select Repair Your Compu...

Page 99: ...ery is complete window opens 10 Click Finish then click Restart Your notebook restarts in its original factory condition You still need to reinstall any software that was not pre installed on your not...

Page 100: ...vering pre installed software and drivers on page 82 2 Insert the Windows DVD into your notebook s DVD capable drive then turn on or restart your notebook 3 When the prompt Press any key to boot from...

Page 101: ...CHAPTER8 93 Upgrading Your Notebook Preventing static electricity discharge Adding or replacing memory modules Replacing the hard drive kit...

Page 102: ...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 par...

Page 103: ...f your notebook 3 Disconnect from the optional port replicator 4 Disconnect the AC adapter modem cable and network cable if they are connected to the notebook 5 Disconnect all peripheral devices conne...

Page 104: ...rd screw 8 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws these screws cannot be removed 9 Use the thumb notch to lift the memory bay cover then remove it Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the e...

Page 105: ...dule tilts upward 11 Pull the memory module out of the slot 12 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30 degree angle and press it into the empty memory slot This module is keyed so it can only be in...

Page 106: ...econnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC cards Replacing the hard drive kit If you would like more hard drive capacity you can replace your original drive with a higher capacity drive To rep...

Page 107: ...sconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any PC cards 8 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up then remove the main and optional secondary batteries For more in...

Page 108: ...ver so the screw holes line up 15 Replace the screws that secure the cover to the drive 16 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook then replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to the...

Page 109: ...restart your notebook 20 When the prompt Press any key to boot from CD or DVD appears press any key on your keyboard and follow the on screen instructions As part of the process you may be prompted to...

Page 110: ...CHAPTER 8 Upgrading Your Notebook 102...

Page 111: ...CHAPTER9 103 Troubleshooting Safety guidelines First steps Troubleshooting Telephone support...

Page 112: ...you have problems with your notebook try these things first Make sure that the AC power adapter is connected to your notebook and an AC outlet and that the AC outlet is supplying power Make sure that...

Page 113: ...he 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...

Page 114: ...nt diskette Occasionally diskettes are flawed and cannot be read by the diskette drive You see a Disk is full error message Delete unnecessary files on the diskette Try a different diskette Occasional...

Page 115: ...splay settings For instructions on changing the display settings see Changing screen settings in your online User Guide Move your notebook away from sources of electrical interference such as televisi...

Page 116: ...bay Press the module into the bay then try to access the disc again Try a different disc Occasionally discs are flawed and cannot be read by the drive Some music CDs have copy protection software You...

Page 117: ...Identifying drive types on page 42 Shut down and restart your notebook Clean the DVD For more information see Cleaning CDs or DVDs on page 79 Make sure that the disc s regional code and your DVD drive...

Page 118: ...clicking the Recycle Bin icon then clicking Empty Recycle Bin Save your files to another drive If the hard drive is full copy any files not regularly used to backup media then delete them from the ha...

Page 119: ...sical shock you may need to reinstall the operating system Internet You cannot connect to the Internet If you are using a dial up modem make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack an...

Page 120: ...which you connect and the number of users accessing those computers The complexity of graphics and multimedia on Web pages Having multiple Web browsers open performing multiple downloads and having mu...

Page 121: ...de is available only on Windows Vista Home Premium and Ultimate versions To view Media Center troubleshooting information that is not covered in this section go to the Gateway support Web Site at www...

Page 122: ...from the Gateway Accessory Store Screen resolution By default the notebook uses a screen resolution optimized for the LCD screen Many TVs cannot display this high of a resolution and may shift scrambl...

Page 123: ...uential scan lines A progressive scan TV displays the entire picture drawn sequentially from top to bottom without the odd even interlacing This results in a fuller sharper picture and better display...

Page 124: ...on a home DVD player Memory You see a Memory error message Make sure that the memory module is inserted correctly in the memory bay slot For more information about installing memory see Adding or rep...

Page 125: ...age 8 Make sure that your notebook is connected to the telephone line and the telephone line has a dial tone Make sure that the modem cable is less than 6 feet 1 8 meters long Remove any line splitter...

Page 126: ...mmon problem that can cause the modem to connect at a slower rate abort downloads or even disconnect The faster the modem the less line noise it can tolerate and still work correctly Listen to the lin...

Page 127: ...r ISP may not support 48K uploads Your fax communications program only sends and receives faxes at 14 400 bps when you have a 56K modem Current fax technology only supports a maximum send and receive...

Page 128: ...uainted conversation between the two modems that establishes connection speeds and communication protocols You may hear unusual handshaking sounds when the modems first connect If the handshaking soun...

Page 129: ...Ethernet cable is plugged into the Ethernet jack on your notebook Make sure that the other end is plugged into a router or cable or DSL modem For the location of your network jack see Right on page 8...

Page 130: ...dard 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 ne...

Page 131: ...ess 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...

Page 132: ...onnect 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 w...

Page 133: ...s on your home network You may however be able to access the Internet through your home network Passwords Your notebook does not accept your password Make sure that CAPS LOCK and NUM LOCK are turned o...

Page 134: ...AC power adapter cables are free from cuts or damage Replace any damaged cables Your notebook is not working on battery power Check the power management settings For more information about using powe...

Page 135: ...a parallel port printer and the optional port replicator check the port and cable for bent or broken pins If the printer you want to print to is not the default printer make sure that you have select...

Page 136: ...ions for adding additional memory You see a Printer is out of paper error message After adding paper make sure that the printer is online Most printers have an online offline button that you need to p...

Page 137: ...or pointing device settings see Changing mouse touchpad or pointing device settings in your online User Guide The pointer moves unexpectedly Clean the touchpad with a damp cloth water only and wipe i...

Page 138: ...device such as a keyboard or mouse does not appear to work make sure that all cables are plugged in securely If you have recently installed hardware or software make sure that you have installed it ac...

Page 139: ...the exact text of any error messages and the steps you have taken Make sure that your notebook is nearby at the time of your call The technician may have you follow troubleshooting steps The label on...

Page 140: ...CHAPTER 9 Troubleshooting 132...

Page 141: ...APPENDIXA 133 Legal Information Important safety information Regulatory compliance statements Environmental information Notices...

Page 142: ...ord with this notebook make sure that the total ampere rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating If your notebook is fitted with a TV Tune...

Page 143: ...ommercial 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 Bluet...

Page 144: ...ese 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 po...

Page 145: ...rence 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 en...

Page 146: ...hone 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...

Page 147: ...emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicable...

Page 148: ...ection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together This precaution may be particularly importa...

Page 149: ...and certain 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...

Page 150: ...ssibility 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 o...

Page 151: ...3 bay 59 calibrating 78 changing 59 changing secondary 40 charge indicator 6 58 charge status 58 charging 16 58 conserving power 62 extending life 78 fuel gauges 78 icons 58 installing main 59 install...

Page 152: ...dules 40 cleaning audio CD 79 case 77 CD 79 DVD 79 keyboard 77 LCD panel 78 notebook exterior 76 screen 78 clicking 31 32 closing unresponsive program 23 connecting AC adapter 16 cable modem 20 dial u...

Page 153: ...5 switching 27 troubleshooting 107 display properties adjusting 50 docking port 10 documentation User Guide 2 double clicking 31 32 double tapping 32 dragging 31 drivers recovery discs 82 85 re instal...

Page 154: ...tact information 3 model number 3 serial number 3 Support 4 Gateway Recovery Center re installing drivers 84 re installing programs 84 re installing software 84 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 24 instal...

Page 155: ...brightness 29 LCD CRT 27 navigation 26 numeric keypad 25 power status 27 Sleep 27 Status 27 system 26 system key combinations 27 toggle display 27 Windows 26 wireless Ethernet 27 L labels Customer Car...

Page 156: ...sing 27 using external 52 mouse connecting 30 troubleshooting 121 USB port 8 See also touchpad moving pointer 30 screen objects 31 MP3 player memory cards 44 multimedia adjusting volume 36 using DVD d...

Page 157: ...9 61 62 button 11 27 changing modes 64 changing plans 65 connector 9 16 conserving battery power 62 EmPower adapter 63 extending battery life 62 Hibernate mode 63 Hybrid Sleep mode 27 63 indicator 6 2...

Page 158: ...resetting notebook 23 restarting notebook 23 restoring defaults 90 drivers 80 81 programs 80 81 software 80 81 system 80 Windows 80 with Gateway Recovery Center 84 with Windows DVD 92 with Windows Sy...

Page 159: ...ff 27 129 troubleshooting 129 supervisor password 72 surge protector 18 Suspend 27 S Video TV out jack 7 53 system identification label 3 system keys combinations 27 locating 26 T technical support Su...

Page 160: ...28 notebook 22 23 wireless Ethernet 37 wireless network 28 turning on Bluetooth 28 notebook 20 wireless Ethernet 27 wireless network 27 37 TV out S Video out jack 7 53 U upgrading 93 USB connecting de...

Page 161: ...153 www gateway com troubleshooting 123 working safely 14...

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