MANAGE YOUR BATTERY LIFE
To get the most out of your battery:
• Dim the display as low as you can comfortably see.
• Remove Express Cards when not using them.
• Modify the power management settings to reduce power use.
• Turn off wireless devices when they are not in use.
• Use sleep mode when not using your notebook.
• Use the optical drive only when you need to.
• Travel with an extra battery and fully charge batteries before traveling.
• Use your AC power adapter whenever power is available.
For more information, see "Managing Power" in your
Reference Guide.
CONTACT TECH SUPPORT
To speak with a technical support representative, call toll-free
866-539-3901 (U.S.) or 800-297-5980 (Canada)
WORK SAFELY & SECURELY
Your Gateway notebook comes with the software you need to connect safely
and securely. To ensure a high level of security, you should:
• Regularly update your antivirus software.
• Install all critical updates for Windows Vista
TM
(click (Start),
All
Programs
, then click
Windows Update
).
• Use the security features provided in the Windows Vista
TM
Security Center
(click (Start),
Control Pane
l, then click
Security
).
CHECK GATEWAY SUPPORT
For frequently-asked questions,
setup help, and immediate
information on common
technical issues, go to
www.support.gateway.com.
SEE YOUR ONLINE DOCUMENTATION
For detailed information about using your Gateway
notebook, see your
Reference Guide
that has been
included on your hard drive.
For general information about using Windows and
the programs that are installed on your notebook,
connecting your notebook to the Internet or a
network, and protecting your computer, see your
User Guide
that has been included on your hard
drive.
To access your online documentation, click
(Start),
All Programs
, then click
Gateway
Documentation
.
Getting help:
tips for getting the most out of your new Gateway
®
notebook
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USER
GUIDE
4
START YOUR NOTEBOOK
Press the power button, then follow the on-screen instructions to
complete Windows setup.
2
CONNECT TO AC POWER
Leave the AC adapter plugged in for at least
three hours the first time, so the battery will
fully charge.
3
CONNECT TO THE INTERNET (optional)
Connect an Ethernet ( ) or USB ( ) cable if using high
speed Internet access or connect a phone cable to the modem
jack ( ) if using dialup access.
Setting up:
your new Gateway
®
notebook
1
INSTALL THE BATTERY
With the label side down, slide the
battery into the battery
compartment until it clicks. Then
lock it in place.
Power button
Ethernet jack
USB ports
SEE YOUR GETTING STARTED GUIDE
After setting up your computer, read the
Starter
Guide
guide for tips on using your notebook.
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STARTER
GUIDE
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