Protecting From Power Source Problems - Gateway LT 1000 Reference Manual

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Protecting from power source problems

During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming
into your notebook can increase to levels far above normal
levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your
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Connect the AC adapter to your notebook's power
connector.
Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery
charge indicator turns on (see
page 12 for the location of the battery charge indicator).
If the battery charge indicator does not turn on,
complete the following steps until it turns on:
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Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug
it back in.
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Make sure the power cord is firmly attached to the
AC adapter.
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Plug the power cord into a different wall outlet.
When you finish using your notebook for the first time,
turn off your notebook and leave your notebook
connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator
turns green.
Important
If the battery charge indicator does not turn
hours, contact Gateway Customer Care at the location shown on the
Customer Care label. For more information, see
information" on page 2.
"Keyboard area" on
green after three
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