Information for your safety and comfort
iii
Safety instructions
iii
Operating environment
vi
Medical devices
vii
Vehicles
vii
Potentially explosive environments
viii
Emergency calls
viii
Disposal instructions
ix
Mercury advisory
ix
ENERGY STAR
ix
Tips and information for comfortable use
ix
First things first
xiii
Your guides
xiii
Basic care and tips for using your computer
xiii
Turning your computer on and off
xiii
Taking care of your computer
xiv
Taking care of your AC adapter
xiv
Taking care of your battery pack
xv
Cleaning and servicing
xv
Gateway Recovery Management
1
Gateway Recovery Management
1
Launching Gateway Recovery Management
2
Indicators
3
Touchpad
4
Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons)
4
Using a computer security lock
5
Using the keyboard
6
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad
6
Windows keys
7
Hotkeys
8
Special keys
9
Frequently asked questions
10
Requesting service
12
Before you call
12
Battery pack
13
Battery pack characteristics
13
Maximizing the battery's life
13
Installing and removing the battery pack
14
Charging the battery
15
Checking the battery level
15
Optimising battery life
15
Battery-low warning
16
Taking your notebook PC with you
17
Disconnecting from the desktop
17
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