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Gateway MX6633 Hardware Reference Manual

Gateway MX6633 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 ..............59 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...

  • Page 6: About This Guide

    This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your model of Gateway notebook. For all other 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

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

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

    CHAPTER 2 Checking Out Your Gateway 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 notebook • Turning off your notebook •...

  • Page 10: Identifying Features

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Identifying features Front LCD panel Speaker release latch Battery indicator Component Icon Description Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. LCD panel release Slide to open the LCD panel.

  • Page 11: Left

    Left Kensington lock slot Ventilation fan S-Video out jack Component Icon Description Kensington™ Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock lock slot to this slot. S-Video out jack Plug an S-Video device, such as a television, into this optional jack. For...

  • Page 12: Right

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Right PC Card slot IEEE 1394 port Component Icon Description PC Card slot Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For more information, see “Adding and removing a PC Card” on page...

  • Page 13: Back

    Back Power connector Component Icon Description Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. For more information, see “Viewing the display on a projector or monitor” in the online User Guide.

  • Page 14: Bottom

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Bottom Battery latch System label Hard drive Component Icon Description Battery latch Slide to release the battery. For more information, see batteries” on page Battery Provides power when your notebook is not plugged into AC power.

  • Page 15: Keyboard Area

    Keyboard area Status indicators Component Icon Description Power button Press to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button for Standby/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see “Changing Power-Saving Settings” in the online User Guide.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Connecting the AC adapter Warning Do not attempt to disassemble 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.

  • Page 17: Protecting From Power Source Problems

    Protecting from power source problems Warning High voltages can enter your notebook through both the power cord and the modem connection. To protect your notebook and avoid electrical shock, use a surge protector. If you have a telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a modem jack.

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Cable Or Dsl Modem Or To An Ethernet Network

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network Your notebook has a network jack that you can use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network.

  • Page 19: Starting Your Notebook

    Starting your notebook Warning Do not work for long periods with your notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, your notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are not obstructed.

  • Page 20: Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Restarting (rebooting) your notebook Important If your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until your notebook turns off: 1. Press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it.

  • Page 21: Using The Status Indicators

    Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are on, you may need to press to toggle the status indicators on. Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. The status indicators are located below the touchpad.

  • Page 22: Using The Keyboard

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Using the keyboard Tips & Tricks You can attach an external keyboard to your notebook using a USB port. You do not need to shut down your notebook to connect a USB keyboard.

  • Page 23: System Key Combinations

    System key combinations Key type Icon Description Press the F key in combination with a colored system key to perform a specific action. Numeric Use these keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on. Press keypad to turn on the numeric keypad.
  • Page 24 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Press and hold F , then To... press this system key... Increase the LCD panel brightness above the normal brightest setting. Use this feature in bright lighting situations, such as outside in bright sunlight.

  • Page 25: 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 26: Adjusting The Volume

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Adjusting the volume Tips & Tricks For instructions on how to adjust the volume in Windows, see “Adjusting the Volume” in the online User Guide. To... Do this... Select an object on the screen.

  • Page 27: Turning Your Wireless Radio On Or Off

    For more information about using your notebook on a wireless network, see “Wireless Networking” in the online User Guide. Your Gateway notebook may have a factory-installed wireless networking mini-PCI card. To turn the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio on or off: Press F + F2.

  • Page 28: Using The Dvd Drive

    Identifying drive types You can use your notebook to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features. Your Gateway 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 29: 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 30: Using A Memory Card

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Using a memory card Removing a memory card Important Do not use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to remove the memory card. If you use the remove hardware icon, your notebook may not recognize your memory card reader until you restart your notebook.

  • Page 31: Changing Batteries

    Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Gateway 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 32 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position. Slide the battery release latch, then slide the battery out of your notebook. Slide a recharged battery into your notebook until it snaps into place.

  • Page 33: Recalibrating The Battery

    See “Changing batteries” on page 27 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 34 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Printers You can attach almost any type of printer to your notebook. The most common types are inkjet and laser printers, which print in color or black and white. Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive, but they are slower than laser printers.

  • Page 35: Chapter 3: Maintaining And Upgrading Your Notebook

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

  • Page 36: Preventing Static Electricity Discharge

    Adding or replacing memory Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway notebook. Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to add or replace a memory module. The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
  • Page 37 Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is marked with a K. Depending on your model, not all screws may be captive. Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove any PC cards. Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery.
  • Page 38 CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Pull the memory module out of the slot. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 39: Replacing The Dvd Drive

    Gateway notebook. Replacing the DVD drive Important Replace the DVD drive only with a similar drive provided by Gateway. Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the DVD drive. Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and slide it into the empty memory slot.
  • Page 40 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the DVD drive screw, then put it in a safe place. Screw Turn your notebook over so the top is facing up. www.gateway.com Screw Screw Keyboard screw...
  • Page 41 Insert a straightened paper clip into the DVD drive’s manual eject hole, push in the paper clip to eject the drive tray, then pull the drive tray open. Carefully slide the drive out of the drive bay. Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay.

  • Page 42: Replacing The Hard Drive Kit

    Important If your hard drive has failed and you cannot create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc, Gateway may send you a set of recovery discs with your replacement hard drive. Gateway may also send you a replacement hard drive with the drivers and applications already installed.
  • Page 43 Remove the two hard drive bay cover screws, slide the hard drive bay cover, then remove it. The hard drive is attached to the back of the cover. If your new hard drive already includes the hard drive cover, go to...

  • Page 44: 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 Remove the cover from the old drive.
  • Page 45 Tips & Tricks The screw hole is marked with a K. Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see Remove the keyboard screw and put it in a safe place.
  • Page 46 Pull the cover off your notebook. Be careful to not damage the LCD panel. Gently lift the back edge of the keyboard. If the keyboard does not lift, go to ■ If the keyboard lifts, go to ■ www.gateway.com Step Step...
  • Page 47 Tips & Tricks Depending on your model, not all screws may be captive. Close the LCD panel, turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be removed).
  • Page 48 LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel. Slowly rotate the keyboard toward you so it lies keys-down on top of your notebook. Be careful to not damage the LCD panel. www.gateway.com Screw...

  • Page 49: Installing The Keyboard

    Installing the keyboard Important The keyboard cable is correctly oriented if it is not twisted. Slide the black keyboard connector clip to the front of your notebook and remove the cable. Be careful not to touch or damage any other components.
  • Page 50 Replace the keyboard screw. Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. Connect the power adapter, the modem cable, and the network cable, then turn on your notebook. www.gateway.com 17, replace them. Step 16, replace it, then tighten Step...

  • Page 51: Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information

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

  • Page 52: Important Safety Information

    AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Your Gateway notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this notebook, it is important that the safety instructions marked on your notebook and in the documentation are followed.
  • Page 53 The notebook does not operate properly when the operating ■ instructions are followed. The notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. ■ The notebook performance changes. ■ Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.

  • Page 54: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    Because the wireless devices (which may be embedded into your 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 55: 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 notebook may not be used with any antenna other than the one provided with the notebook.
  • Page 56 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: Gateway M360 ■ Gateway M365 ■ Gateway 6000 series ■...
  • Page 57 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 notebook may not be used with any antenna other than provide with the notebook.
  • Page 58 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 59: 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 60: 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 61 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 62 APPENDIX A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com...

  • Page 63: 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 latch...
  • Page 64 Index opening finding specifications 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 See status indicators inkjet printer installing battery DVD drive...
  • Page 65 Standby mode status box status indicator turning off notebook turning on notebook printer inkjet laser USB port programs closing unresponsive opening See memory rebooting notebook recalibrating battery replacing See installing resetting notebook restarting notebook right-clicking rocker switch safety general precautions...
  • Page 66 Index www.gateway.com...
  • Page 68 MAN BLADE E/K8/C HW REF R1 2/06...

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