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Batteries
If you run your notebook on battery power for extended
periods, you may want to buy an additional main battery or
a secondary battery so you can swap batteries when
necessary. See
“Changing batteries” on page 59 for more
information about using an additional battery.
Bay modules
Your notebook’s modular bay supports different bay modules ,
such as a CD drive, DVD drive, combination DVD/CD-RW drive,
DVD±RW drive, a second hard drive, a diskette drive, a
secondary battery, or a weightsaver. A weightsaver is a device
designed to reduce the weight of your notebook. See
“Changing modules” on page 42 for more information.
Carrying cases
Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need
additional space for accessories or supplies.
Hard drives
If you want to increase your internal storage space, try
replacing your existing hard drive with a larger drive. See
“Replacing the hard drive kit” on page 89 for more
information.
Memory
Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics
programs, use a lot of memory. If your programs are running
more slowly than you think they should, try adding more
memory. See
“Adding or replacing memory modules” on
page 85 for more information.
Port replicators
Although you can attach devices directly to your notebook, a
port replicator lets you make all of those connections at one
time. When you travel with your notebook, you merely
disconnect from the port replicator instead of unplugging all
the devices.
A port replicator also provides additional ports and other
expansion features not included with your notebook. See the
user guide for the port replicator for more information about
using a port 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.