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Gateway Laptop Reference Manual (152 pages)
Gateway Laptop User Manual
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 4.58 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
9
About this Guide
10
Accessing Your Online User Guide
10
Gateway Contact Information
11
Gateway Model and Serial Number
11
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
11
For more Information
12
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
13
Front
14
Left
15
Right
16
Back
17
Bottom
18
Keyboard Area
19
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
21
Working Safely and Comfortably
22
Reducing Eye Strain
22
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
23
Sitting at Your Notebook
23
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
23
Connecting the AC Adapter
24
Protecting from Power Source Problems
26
Connecting the Dial-Up Modem
27
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
28
Starting Your Notebook
28
Waking up Your Notebook
30
Turning off Your Notebook
30
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
30
Using the Status Indicators
31
Using the Keyboard
32
Key Types
33
System Key Combinations
34
Programming the Hotkey
37
Using the Optional Fingerprint Reader
38
Running the Touchstrip Tutorial
38
Enrolling Your Fingerprints
39
Using the Fingerprint Control Center
41
Using the Fingerprint Reader Features
42
Using the Smart Card Reader
43
Using a Privacy Filter
43
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
44
Adjusting the Brightness
46
Adjusting the Volume
46
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
47
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
47
Bluetooth Radio
48
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
49
Changing Modules
50
Using the CD or DVD Drive
53
Identifying Drive Types
53
Using a CD or DVD
54
Using the Memory Card Reader
55
Memory Card Types
55
Inserting a Memory Card
55
Using a Memory Card
55
Removing a Memory Card
56
Adding and Removing a PC Card
56
Using a Port Replicator
57
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
58
Connecting a USB Device
58
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device
59
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
60
Viewing the Display on a Television
61
Ordering Accessories
62
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
65
Monitoring the Battery Charge
66
Recharging the Battery(Ies)
66
Changing Batteries
67
Replacing the Main Battery
67
Installing a Secondary Battery
68
Recalibrating the Battery(Ies)
69
Extending Battery Life
70
Maximizing Battery Performance
70
Conserving Battery Power
70
Using Alternate Power Sources
71
Changing Power Modes
71
Changing Notebook Power Settings
72
Changing the Power Scheme
73
Changing Alarm Options
74
Changing Advanced Settings
75
Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
76
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
79
Packing Your Notebook
80
Traveling by Air
80
Dial-Up Modem
80
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
81
Files
81
Security
82
Power
83
Additional Tips
83
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
85
Caring for Your Notebook
86
Cleaning Your Notebook
87
Cleaning the Exterior
87
Cleaning the Keyboard
87
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
88
Maintaining the Battery(Ies)
88
Storing Batteries
89
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
89
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
91
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
92
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
93
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
97
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
103
Safety Guidelines
104
First Steps
104
Troubleshooting
105
Audio
105
Battery
105
CD Drives
105
Diskette Drive (Modular or External)
106
Display
106
DVD Drives
107
Ethernet
109
File Management
109
Fingerprint Reader
110
Hard Drive
110
Internet
111
Keyboard
112
Media Center
113
Memory
116
Memory Card Reader
116
Modem (Cable or DSL)
117
Modem (Dial-Up)
117
Mouse
120
Networks (Wired)
121
Networks (Wireless)
123
Passwords
125
PC Cards
126
Power
126
Printer
126
Sound
128
Status Indicators
128
Touchpad
129
Video
129
Telephone Support
130
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
130
Legal Information
131
Important Safety Information
132
Setting up Your System
132
Replacement Parts and Accessories
133
Regulatory Compliance
133
Wireless Guidance
133
United States of America
134
Japanese Modem Notice
138
Laser Safety Statement
138
Epa Energy Star
139
Environmental Information
139
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