Gateway Solo 1200 User Manual

Getting the most out of your battery
When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn it off and leave it connected
to AC power for at least 24 hours to fully charge the battery.
Recalibrate your battery if your notebook unexpectedly goes into Standby mode while
you are using it but the battery charge is not low or if the battery gauge appears to be
inaccurate. See your user's guide for more information.
Extend the life of your battery by:
Minimizing the use of CD or DVD drives.
Dimming the display as much as is comfortable.
Using the AC power adapter whenever an AC outlet is available.
Monitoring the battery charge by positioning the cursor over the
taskbar.
Changing power management settings as explained in the user's guide.

General tips

If for some reason you cannot use the Turn Off Computer or Shut Down option in
Windows to shut down your notebook, press and hold the power button
five seconds, then release.
Avoid subjecting your notebook to extreme temperature changes. The case or LCD
can become very brittle and easy to break in cold temperatures and can melt or warp
in high temperatures.
Be careful not to bump or drop your notebook, and do not put any objects on top of it.
The case, although strong, is not made to support extra weight.
To access the contents of your user guide while you are traveling, download an
electronic copy from www.gateway.com/support/manlib/.
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Using Your Solo 1200
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Getting help

Help and Support

Your computer includes HelpSpot or Help and Support Center, an easily
accessible collection of help information, troubleshooters, instructional
videos, and automated support. Click Start, then select Help and Support
or Help to get help with everything from playing a CD to maintaining your
notebook.
Your Gateway documentation
Use these guides to learn about the basic operation of your computer. Also
learn how to use common features, including working with multimedia and
on the
using the Internet.

Gateway Web site

Go to the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com for technical tips and
support, the latest hardware drivers, and information about Gateway
computer classes taught in your area.
Automated Troubleshooting System (ATS)
Call 800-846-2118 to use an automated menu system and your telephone
for about
keypad to find answers to common problems.
Help Menu
Programs often include built-in help containing detailed information about
using the program. This information is usually accessed from a Help menu
on the menu bar.
Setting up your Solo 1200