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  • Page 1 HARDWARE REFERENCE Gateway Notebook...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Gateway model and serial number ........
  • Page 4 Index ..............57 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 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 Memory Microphone jack Speaker card reader Headphone jack Battery charge indicator Component Icon Description Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack.

  • Page 11: Left

    Left USB ports Kensington S-Video out Ventilation lock slot jack Component Icon Description Kensington™ Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this lock slot slot. USB ports Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports.

  • Page 12: Right

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Right Back Component Icon Description DVD drive Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information, see or DVD drive” on page examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types”...

  • Page 13: Bottom

    Connect the optional 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 notebook. Battery Provides power when the notebook is not plugged into AC power.

  • Page 14: Keyboard Area

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Keyboard area Touchpad 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”...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    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 support.gateway.com about returning defective AC adapters. Caution...

  • Page 16: Protecting From Power Source Problems

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 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 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 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 Notebook

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Starting your notebook Warning Do not work for long periods with the notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, the notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin.

  • Page 19: Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook

    Restarting (rebooting) your notebook Important If your notebook does not turn off immediately, complete the following steps until the notebook turns off: 1. Press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then release it. 2. Unplug the power cord and remove the battery for more than 10 seconds.

  • Page 20: Using The Status Indicators

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 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.

  • Page 21: Using The Keyboard

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

  • Page 22: System Key Combinations

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook System key combinations When you press the F key and a system key at the same time, your notebook performs the action identified by the text or icon on the key. Press and hold F , then To...
  • Page 23 Press and hold F , then To... press this system key... Skip back one CD song or DVD track. Skip ahead one CD song or DVD track. Increase the brightness of the display. Decrease the brightness of the display.

  • Page 24: Using The Ez Pad Touchpad

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 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”...
  • Page 25 To... Do this... Move the pointer on the screen. Select an object on the screen. Start a program or open a file or folder. Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen. Move an object on the screen.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Volume

    Use the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard. For more information, see “System key combinations” on page Your Gateway notebook may have a factory-installed wireless networking mini-PCI card. To turn the IEEE 802.11 wireless radio on or off: Press F + F2.

  • Page 27: Using The Cd Or 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 28: Inserting A Cd Or Dvd

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook 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 29: Using The Memory Card Reader

    Using the memory card reader Memory card types Inserting a memory card 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...

  • Page 30: Adding And Removing A Pc Card

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Adding and removing a PC Card Important If the remove hardware icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. Your notebook has a PC Card slot (also known as a PCMCIA card slot). This slot accepts one Type II card.

  • 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: Recalibrating The Battery

    CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. If recalibration is interrupted, you must start the process over again. Turn your notebook over. Reattach the optional port replicator. Open the LCD panel and press the power button.

  • Page 33: Ordering Accessories

    “Changing batteries” on page 27 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 34 CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com...

  • 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 replace memory. The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
  • Page 37 Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the notebook and remove any PC cards. Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see Loosen the seven memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be removed).
  • Page 38 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 tighten the cover screws. www.gateway.com Clip Clip...

  • Page 39: Replacing The Dvd Drive

    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. Tips & Tricks The DVD drive screw hole is marked with Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over.
  • Page 40 Secure the DVD drive with the screw removed in Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. Connect to the optional port replicator. Reconnect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable (if disconnected in Step 5), then turn on your notebook. www.gateway.com Step...

  • Page 41: Replacing The Hard Drive Kit

    Replacing the hard drive kit Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the hard drive kit. If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc.
  • Page 42 Loosen the hard drive bay cover screw (this screw cannot be removed), then remove the hard drive bay cover. Screw Pull on the black plastic tab to slide the old hard drive kit away from the hard drive connector. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 43 Lift the hard drive kit out of your notebook. If your new hard drive already includes the hard drive kit bracket, go to Step -OR- If you need to move the hard drive kit bracket from your old hard drive...
  • Page 44 Reconnect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable (if disconnected in Step 7), then turn on your notebook. For instructions on installing Windows, your drivers, and your applications, see the Recovering Your System chapter you printed in www.gateway.com Step...

  • Page 45: Replacing The Keyboard

    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 46 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver or non-marring tool under the right end of the keyboard cover and gently pry it up. Pull the cover off the notebook. You will hear small snapping sounds as the cover comes away from the notebook. www.gateway.com...
  • Page 47 Important The number of keyboard screws may vary. Remove the keyboard screws. Screw Screw Lay the piece of soft cloth on your LCD panel. Lift the back edge of the keyboard slightly, then carefully push it toward the LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel.

  • Page 48: Installing The Keyboard

    Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. Connect to the optional port replicator. Reconnect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable (if disconnected in Step 4), then turn on your notebook. www.gateway.com Step 13 page Step 8 page...

  • Page 49: Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information

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

  • Page 50: 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 the notebook and in the documentation are followed.
  • Page 51 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. Important safety information...

  • Page 52: 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 53: 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 54 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 8000 series ■ Gateway E-8500N series ■...

  • Page 55: 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 notebook may not be used with any antenna other than provide with the notebook.

  • Page 56: 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. www.gateway.com...

  • Page 57: Laser Safety Statement

    Environmental information Japanese Modem Notice 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 58: Notices

    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 59 Notices Macrovision statement If your notebook has a DVD drive and an analog TV Out port, the following paragraph applies: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright...
  • Page 60 APPENDIX A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com...

  • Page 61: 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 62 Index 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 See status indicators inkjet printer installing battery DVD drive...
  • Page 63 Standby mode status box status indicator turning off notebook turning on notebook printer inkjet laser USB port programs closing unresponsive opening projector port using See memory rebooting notebook recalibrating battery replacing See installing...
  • Page 64 Index www.gateway.com...
  • Page 66 MAN SONIC / C HW REF R1 1/06...

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