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Gateway P-172S Reference Manual (168 pages)

Gateway P-6831: Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 6.4 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference

9
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook

13
- Front
  14
- Left
  15
- Right
  16
- Back
  17
- Bottom
  18
- Keyboard Area
  19
- LCD Panel
  20
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

21
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories

57
- Using the DVD Drive
  58
  - Identifying Drive Types
    58
  - Using a DVD Drive
    59
- Setting up an Optional RAID
  60
  - About RAID
    60
  - RAID 0 for Performance
    60
  - RAID 1 for Security
    61
  - Preparing Your Notebook for RAID
    62
  - Configuring RAID
    62
  - Getting Help
    65
- Using an Esata (External SATA) Hard Drive
  65
- Using the Memory Card Reader
  66
  - Memory Card Types
    66
  - Inserting a Memory Card
    66
  - Using a Memory Card
    67
  - Removing a Memory Card
    67
- Using an Express Card
  67
- Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
  68
  - Connecting a USB Device
    69
  - Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device
    69
- Viewing the Display on a Projector, Monitor, or Television
  70
  - Adjusting the Display Properties
    72
  - Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
    73
Chapter 5: Managing Power

75
- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  76
- Recharging the Battery
  76
- Changing the Battery
  77
- Recalibrating the Battery
  78
- Extending Battery Life
  79
  - Maximizing Battery Performance
    79
  - Conserving Battery Power
    79
  - Using Alternate Power Sources
    80
  - Changing Power Modes
    80
  - Using Power Saving Modes
    81
- Changing Notebook Power Settings
  82
  - Changing the Power Plan
    82
  - Changing Advanced Settings
    83
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

85
- Packing Your Notebook
  86
- Traveling by Air
  86
- Dial-Up Modem
  86
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  87
- Files
  87
- Security
  88
- Power
  89
- Additional Tips
  89
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

91
- Caring for Your Notebook
  92
- Cleaning Your Notebook
  92
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    93
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    93
  - Cleaning the Notebook Screen
    93
- Maintaining the Battery
  94
  - Storing Batteries
    94
- Cleaning Cds or Dvds
  95
- Overclocking the Processor
  95
- Recovering Your System
  96
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

109
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting

119
- Safety Guidelines
  120
- First Steps
  120
- Troubleshooting
  121
  - Audio
    121
  - Battery
    121
  - CD Drives
    121
  - Diskette Drive (External)
    121
  - Display
    122
  - DVD Drives
    123
  - Ethernet
    125
  - Express Cards
    125
  - File Management
    125
  - Fingerprint Reader
    126
  - Hard Drive
    126
  - Internet
    127
  - Keyboard
    128
  - Media Center
    129
  - Memory
    132
  - Memory Card Reader
    133
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    133
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    133
  - Mouse
    136
  - Networks (Wired)
    137
  - Networks (Wireless)
    139
  - Passwords
    141
  - Power
    141
  - Printer
    142
  - Sound
    143
  - Status Indicators
    143
  - Touchpad
    144
  - Video
    144
- Telephone Support
  144
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    144
Appendix A: Legal Information

147
- Replacement Parts and Accessories
  149
- Regulatory Compliance
  149
- Wireless Guidance
  149
- United States of America
  150
- Japanese Modem Notice
  154
- Laser Safety Statement
  154
- Environmental Information
  155
Index

157

Gateway P-172S Reference Manual (172 pages)

Gateway M-1412: Hardware Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 6.36 MB

Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference

9
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook

13
- Front
  14
- Left
  15
- Right
  17
- Back
  18
- Bottom
  19
- Keyboard Area
  20
- LCD Panel
  23
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

25
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories

63
CHAPTER5 Managing Power

77
- Monitoring the Battery Charge
  78
- Recharging the Battery
  78
- Changing Batteries
  79
- Recalibrating the Battery
  80
- Extending Battery Life
  81
- Changing Notebook Power Settings
  84
  - Changing the Power Plan
    84
  - Changing Advanced Settings
    86
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

89
- Packing Your Notebook
  90
- Traveling by Air
  90
- Dial-Up Modem
  90
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
  91
- Files
  91
- Security
  92
- Power
  93
- Additional Tips
  93
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

95
- Caring for Your Notebook
  96
- Cleaning Your Notebook
  96
  - Cleaning the Exterior
    97
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    97
  - Cleaning the Notebook Screen
    97
- Maintaining the Battery
  98
  - Storing Batteries
    98
- Cleaning Cds or Dvds
  99
- Recovering Your System
  99
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

113
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting

123
- Safety Guidelines
  124
- First Steps
  124
- Troubleshooting
  125
  - Audio
    125
  - Battery
    125
  - CD Drives
    125
  - Diskette Drive (External)
    125
  - Display
    126
  - DVD Drives
    127
  - Ethernet
    129
  - Express Cards
    129
  - File Management
    129
  - Fingerprint Reader
    130
  - Hard Drive
    130
  - Internet
    131
  - Keyboard
    132
  - Media Center
    133
  - Memory
    136
  - Memory Card Reader
    137
  - Modem (Cable or DSL)
    137
  - Modem (Dial-Up)
    137
  - Mouse
    140
  - Networks (Wired)
    141
  - Networks (Wireless)
    143
  - Passwords
    145
  - Power
    145
  - Printer
    146
  - Sound
    147
  - Status Indicators
    147
  - Touchpad
    148
  - Video
    148
- Telephone Support
  148
  - Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
    148
    
    Legal Information
    151
    
    Important Safety Information
    152
    
    Setting up Your System
    152
    
    Replacement Parts and Accessories
    153
    
    Regulatory Compliance
    153
    
    Wireless Guidance
    153
    
    United States of America
    154
    
    Japanese Modem Notice
    158
    
    Laser Safety Statement
    158
    
    Environmental Information
    159

Gateway P-172S Replacement Instructions Manual (14 pages)

Gateway P-172: Reference Guide

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.07 MB

Gateway P-172S Setup Manual (2 pages)

Gateway P-6831: Quick Start

Brand: Gateway | Category: Laptop | Size: 0.29 MB

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Gateway P-172S Reference Manual (168 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About this Reference

Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook

Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories

Chapter 5: Managing Power

Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

Chapter 9: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Legal Information

Index

Gateway P-172S Reference Manual (172 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: About this Reference

Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook

Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started

Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories

CHAPTER5 Managing Power

Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting

Gateway P-172S Replacement Instructions Manual (14 pages)

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Gateway P-172S Setup Manual (2 pages)

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