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Gateway M285 Hardware Reference Manual

Gateway M285 Hardware Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 HARDWARE REFERENCE Gateway Notebook...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Gateway model and serial number ........
  • Page 4 Index ..............69 www.gateway.com...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: About This Reference

    CHAPTER 1 About this reference • About this guide • Accessing the online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information...

  • Page 6: About This Guide

    This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your model of Gateway convertible notebook. For all other convertible notebook information, see your online User Guide. In addition to this guide, the online User Guide has been included on your hard drive.

  • Page 7: Microsoft Certificate Of Authenticity

    For more information about your convertible notebook, visit Gateway’s Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your convertible notebook’s label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity...
  • Page 8 CHAPTER 1: About this reference www.gateway.com...

  • Page 9: Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Convertible Notebook

    CHAPTER 2 Checking Out Your Convertible Notebook • Identifying features • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network • Starting your convertible notebook • Using the status indicators •...

  • Page 10: Identifying Features

    For more information, see memory card reader” on page reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, xD Picture Card, Mini Secure Digital™, and RS-MultiMediaCard™. www.gateway.com Speaker Memory card reader “Using the 33. The memory card...

  • Page 11: Left

    Connect the port replicator to this port. Warning: Power is passed through this port. This docking connection is certified to UL 1950 for use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway convertible notebook. Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. For more information, see or monitor”...

  • Page 12: Right

    Important: To order a module other than the one that came with your convertible notebook, contact Gateway. Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not work for long periods with the convertible notebook resting on your lap.

  • Page 13: Bottom

    System label Includes the product model number. For more information, “Gateway model and serial number” on page Modular bay Use this bay for a CD drive, DVD drive, combination DVD/CD-RW drive, multi-format DVD±RW drive, or multibay battery.

  • Page 14: Keyboard Area

    For more information, see page Touchpad Provides all the functionality of a mouse. For more information, see www.gateway.com “Adding or replacing memory” on page Touchpad “Using the status indicators” on “Using the keyboard” on “Using the EZ Pad touchpad” on page...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that you use the AC adapter...

  • Page 16: Protecting From Power Source Problems

    Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines. Start your convertible notebook, then start your communications program. www.gateway.com on the right...

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Cable Or Dsl Modem Or To An Ethernet Network

    Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network Your convertible notebook has a network jack that you can use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network.

  • Page 18: Starting Your Convertible Notebook

    “wake” it up. To turn off your convertible notebook: Tap or click Start, then tap or click Turn Off Computer. The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens. Tap or click Turn Off. Windows shuts down and turns off your convertible notebook. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 19: Restarting (Rebooting) Your Convertible Notebook

    Restarting (rebooting) your convertible notebook Important If your convertible notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until the convertible notebook turns off: 1. Press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it.

  • Page 20: Using The Status Indicators

    Power The LED shows your convertible notebook’s power status. ■ ■ ■ www.gateway.com Power Battery charge Caps lock LED on - Wireless network is turned on. LED off - Wireless network is turned off. LED blinking - The hard drive, CD drive, or DVD drive is in use.

  • Page 21: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard Tips & Tricks You can attach an external keyboard to the convertible notebook or port replicator using a USB port. You do not need to shut down the convertible notebook to connect a USB keyboard. Key types Your convertible notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard.

  • Page 22: System Key Combinations

    Enter Standby mode. Press the power button to leave Standby mode. For more information, see “Changing Power-Saving Settings” in your online User Guide. www.gateway.com “Using the status indicators” on key to...
  • Page 23 Press and hold F , then To... press this system key... Toggle the convertible notebook display in the following order: The LCD ■ An external monitor or projector (a monitor or ■ projector must be plugged into the monitor port on...
  • Page 24 Mute the sound. Press the key combination again to restore the sound. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume” on page Increase volume. For more information, see the volume” on page Decrease volume. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume” on page www.gateway.com “Adjusting...

  • Page 25: Using The Tablet Control Buttons

    Using the tablet control buttons Press the tablet control buttons to control the convertible notebook while it is in tablet mode. Windows Screen security rotation Windows Journal Button Icon Press to... Screen rotation Rotate the display orientation. For more...

  • Page 26: Programming The Windows Journal Button

    Pen Settings dialog box opens. Tap or click the Tablet Buttons tab. Tap or click Journal Button, then tap or click Change. The Change Tablet Button Actions dialog box opens. Select an action, then, if applicable, select a program. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 27: Using The Ez Pad Touchpad

    Using the EZ Pad touchpad Tips & Tricks For instructions on how to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, right-hand or left-hand configuration, and other touchpad settings, see “Changing the mouse or touchpad settings” in the online User Guide.
  • Page 28 Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen. Move an object on the screen. www.gateway.com Move your finger around on the touchpad. If you run out of space and need to move the pointer farther, lift...

  • Page 29: Using The Display

    Using the display Converting the display from notebook to tablet mode Important Although you can use the pen to write on the screen when the convertible notebook is in notebook mode, for best results and maximum stability, only write on the screen while the convertible notebook is in tablet mode.

  • Page 30: Changing Display Orientation

    Double-tap or double-click the Tablet and Pen Settings icon ■ taskbar, then tap or click the Display tab. To adjust screen brightness: Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on the ■ keyboard. For more information, see page www.gateway.com in the “System key combinations” on...

  • Page 31: Using The Pen

    Using the pen Caution A finger-tap or PDA stylus has no effect on your convertible notebook’s display, and ink pens and other pointed objects could damage the surface. Always use the pen that came with your convertible notebook. You can order extra pens from Gateway.

  • Page 32: Pen Lost Alarm

    As soon as your convertible notebook starts and you see a startup screen, press F2. The BIOS Setup utility opens. Open the Advanced menu. Highlight Pen Lost Alarm, then select Enabled by pressing the spacebar. Open the Exit menu, then highlight Exit Saving Changes and press E www.gateway.com NTER...

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Volume

    Use the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard. For more information, see “System key combinations” on page Your Gateway convertible notebook may have a factory-installed wireless networking mini-PCI card. To turn the wireless radio on or off: Press F + F2.

  • Page 34: Changing Modules

    Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up. Remove the modular bay lock screw (if one is present), then slide and hold the module bay latch. The module may move out slightly. Modular bay lock screw www.gateway.com...
  • Page 35 Slide the module out. Firmly push the new module straight into the bay until the latch clicks into place. Replace the module bay lock screw. Changing modules...

  • Page 36: Using The Cd Or Dvd Drive

    You can use your convertible notebook to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features. Your Gateway convertible notebook may contain one of the following drive types. Look on the front of the drive for one or more of the following logos: If your drive has this logo...

  • Page 37: Inserting A Cd Or Dvd

    Inserting a CD or DVD Important When you place a single-sided disc in the tray, make sure that the label side is facing up. If the disc has two playable sides, place the disc so the name of the side you want to play is facing up.

  • Page 38: Inserting A Memory Card

    Double-tap or double-click the drive letter (for example, the E: drive), then double-tap or double-click the file name. To remove a memory card: Push the memory card into the convertible notebook. The memory card pops out slightly. Pull the memory card out of the convertible notebook. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 39: Adding And Removing A Pc Card

    Adding and removing a PC Card Important If the remove hardware icon does not appear on the taskbar, tap or click the show hidden icons button. Your convertible notebook has a PC Card slot (also known as a PCMCIA card slot).

  • Page 40: Installing A Printer, Scanner, Digital Camera, Or Other Peripheral Device

    You may need to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer’s Web site. After the driver is installed, right-click any empty space on the desktop, then click Properties. The Display Properties dialog box opens. www.gateway.com ® ® or i.Link...

  • Page 41: Connecting A Video Camera To Your Notebook

    Connecting a video camera to your notebook Important For more information about using the IEEE 1394 port on your video camera, see your camera’s documentation. Tips & Tricks For the location of the IEEE 1394 port on your notebook, see “Left”...

  • Page 42: Using An Optional Port Replicator

    Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Gateway convertible notebook. Discard used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled.

  • Page 43: Installing A Multibay Battery

    Installing a multibay battery Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Gateway convertible notebook. Discard used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled.

  • Page 44: Recalibrating The Battery

    When the recalibration has finished, the message “Press [Esc] key to exit” appears. Press E . The battery charge indicator now displays an accurate battery charge. If the battery charge indicator does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at www.gateway.com. www.gateway.com NTER...

  • Page 45: Ordering Accessories

    “Changing batteries” on page 38 for more information about using an additional battery. Carrying cases Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for accessories or supplies. Memory Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of memory.
  • Page 46 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Convertible Notebook www.gateway.com...

  • Page 47: Chapter 3: Maintaining And Upgrading Your Notebook

    CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory • Replacing the hard drive • Replacing the keyboard...

  • Page 48: Preventing Static Electricity Discharge

    Adding or replacing memory Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway convertible notebook. Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace memory. The components inside your convertible notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
  • Page 49 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable if they are connected to the convertible notebook. Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the convertible notebook and remove any PC cards. Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the main and optional multibay batteries.
  • Page 50 If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay. Replace the memory bay cover, then replace the cover screw. Insert the main and optional multibay batteries, then turn your convertible notebook over. www.gateway.com Clip...

  • Page 51: Replacing The Hard Drive

    Replacing the hard drive Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the hard drive. Connect the optional port replicator. -OR- Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn on your convertible notebook. If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace your original drive with a higher-capacity drive.
  • Page 52 Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the main and optional multibay batteries. For more information, “Changing batteries” on page Loosen the two hard drive bay cover screws (they cannot be removed), then remove the hard drive bay cover. Screw www.gateway.com Screw...
  • Page 53 Replacing the hard drive Remove the hard drive screw. Screw...
  • Page 54 CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook Slide the old hard drive out of the convertible notebook. Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive bracket. Screw Screw www.gateway.com Screw Screw...
  • Page 55 Remove the bracket from the old drive. Insert the new drive into the bracket, label side up, so the screw holes line Replace the four screws that secure the bracket to the drive. Slide the new hard drive into your convertible notebook, then replace the screw that secures the hard drive to your convertible notebook.

  • Page 56: Replacing The Keyboard

    CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook Replacing the keyboard Important Replace the keyboard only with a similar keyboard provided by Gateway. Tools Required You need a small Phillips and a small flat-blade screwdriver to replace the keyboard. Removing the keyboard If your keyboard becomes damaged, you can replace it with a similar keyboard obtained from Gateway.
  • Page 57 Important Inserting a piece of cloth between the screwdriver and keyboard will help prevent damage to the convertible notebook. Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the bottom of the keyboard cover between the P and I AUSE Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the bottom of the keyboard cover between the F1 and F2 keys and gently pry it up.

  • Page 58: Installing The Keyboard

    Make sure the black keyboard connector clip is fully raised, insert the cable into the connector, then lower the black connector clip to lock the connector in place. Rotate the keyboard toward the LCD panel until the keyboard is almost face-up. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 59 Caution If the cover is not correctly replaced, your convertible notebook could be damaged when you try to close the LCD panel. Tips & Tricks The screw holes are marked with a K. Insert the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard into the slot under the palm rest.
  • Page 60 CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com...

  • Page 61: Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information

    APPENDIX A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information • Important safety information • Regulatory compliance statements • Environmental information • Notices...

  • Page 62: Important Safety Information

    AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Your Gateway convertible notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this convertible notebook, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the convertible notebook and in the documentation are followed.
  • Page 63 The convertible notebook does not operate properly when the ■ operating instructions are followed. The convertible notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. ■ The convertible notebook performance changes. ■ Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.

  • Page 64: Wireless Guidance

    Because the wireless devices (which may be embedded into your convertible notebook) emit less energy than is allowed in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are safe for use. Regardless of the power levels, care should be taken to minimize human contact during normal operation.

  • Page 65: United States Of America

    Wireless devices are not user-serviceable. Do not modify them in any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it. Contact Gateway for service. Caution The transmitting device embedded in this convertible notebook may not be used with any antenna other than the one provided with the convertible notebook.
  • Page 66 Warning Warning FCC declaration of conformity Responsible party: Gateway Companies, Inc. 610 Gateway Drive, North Sioux City, SD 57049 (605) 232-2000 Fax: (605) 232-2023 Product: ■ ■ TNA-MPP800 ■ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is...

  • Page 67: Canada

    Wireless devices are not user-serviceable. Do not modify them in any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it. Contact Gateway for service. Caution The transmitting device embedded in this convertible notebook may not be used with any antenna other than provide with the convertible notebook.

  • Page 68: Japan

    The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5. Japanese Modem Notice www.gateway.com...

  • Page 69: Laser Safety Statement

    CD or DVD drive. EPA ENERGY STAR All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard.

  • Page 70: Environmental Information

    In some cases, your “end of life” product may be “traded in” for credit ■ towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Call Gateway to see if this program is available in your area. If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing, or trading in your “end ■...
  • Page 71 Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com. In no event will Gateway be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
  • Page 72 APPENDIX A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com...

  • Page 73: Index

    Index AC adapter connecting connector accessories purchasing safety precautions application key arrow keys audio adjusting volume back button headphone jack microphone jack muting next button pause button play button stop button volume down button volume up button battery changing charge indicator charging installing installing multibay...
  • Page 74 Ethernet connecting jack external monitor EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad files opening Firewire port Fn key folders opening function keys Gateway model number serial number Support hard drive indicator installing replacing headphone jack hot-swapping i.Link port IEEE 1394 port indicators...
  • Page 75 USB port moving pointer screen objects MP3 player memory cards multibay battery locating multimedia adjusting volume using DVD drive muting sound navigation keys network jack networking turning off wireless network turning on wireless network...
  • Page 76 USB port VGA port video monitor port VGA port video camera connecting volume adjusting controls muting system keys waking up notebook Windows Product Key Code Windows Journal button Windows Security button wireless network button turning off turning on writing www.gateway.com...
  • Page 78 MAN VIPER HW REF R2 3/06...

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