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Gateway QA1 manual available for free PDF download: Reference Manual
Gateway QA1 Reference Manual (170 pages)
Notebook
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 6.29 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
31
Using the Status Indicators
32
Using the Keyboard
33
Key Types
33
System Key Combinations
34
Using the Optional Fingerprint Reader
37
Running the Touchstrip Tutorial
38
Enrolling Your Fingerprints
38
Using the Fingerprint Control Center
41
Using the Fingerprint Reader Features
42
Using the Smart Card Reader
42
Using a Privacy Filter
42
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
43
Adjusting the Brightness
45
Adjusting the Volume
46
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
47
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
48
Bluetooth Radio
48
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
51
Changing Modules
52
Using the CD or DVD Drive
55
Identifying Drive Types
55
Using a CD or DVD
56
Using the Memory Card Reader
56
Memory Card Types
57
Inserting a Memory Card
57
Using a Memory Card
57
Removing a Memory Card
58
Adding and Removing a PC Card
58
Using a Port Replicator
59
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
60
Connecting a USB Device
60
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device
61
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
62
Adjusting the Display Properties
63
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
64
Viewing the Display on a Television
65
Ordering Accessories
66
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
69
Monitoring the Battery Charge
70
Recharging the Battery(Ies)
70
Changing Batteries
71
Replacing the Main Battery
71
Installing a Secondary Battery
72
Recalibrating the Battery(Ies)
73
Extending Battery Life
74
Maximizing Battery Performance
74
Conserving Battery Power
74
Using Alternate Power Sources
75
Changing Power Modes
75
Using Power Saving Modes
76
Changing Notebook Power Settings
77
Changing the Power Plan
77
Changing Advanced Settings
79
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
81
Packing Your Notebook
82
Traveling by Air
82
Dial-Up Modem
82
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
83
Files
83
Security
84
Power
85
Additional Tips
85
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
87
Caring for Your Notebook
88
Cleaning Your Notebook
89
Cleaning the Exterior
89
Cleaning the Keyboard
89
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
90
Maintaining the Battery(Ies)
90
Storing Batteries
91
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
91
Recovering Your System
92
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
93
Using Microsoft System Restore
99
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
101
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
103
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
105
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
106
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
107
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
111
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
117
Safety Guidelines
118
First Steps
118
Troubleshooting
119
Audio
119
Battery
119
CD Drives
119
Diskette Drive (Modular or External)
120
Display
121
DVD Drives
122
Ethernet
124
File Management
124
Fingerprint Reader
124
Hard Drive
125
Internet
126
Keyboard
127
Media Center
128
Memory
130
Memory Card Reader
131
Modem (Cable or DSL)
131
Modem (Dial-Up)
131
Mouse
135
Networks (Wired)
135
Networks (Wireless)
137
Passwords
139
PC Cards
140
Power
140
Printer
141
Sound
142
Status Indicators
143
Touchpad
143
Video
143
Telephone Support
144
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
144
Appendix A: Legal Information
147
Important Safety Information
148
Setting up Your System
148
Replacement Parts and Accessories
149
Regulatory Compliance
149
Wireless Guidance
149
United States of America
150
Japanese Modem Notice
154
Laser Safety Statement
154
Epa Energy Star
155
Environmental Information
155
Index
157
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