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Gateway EC1440u 1.3 manual available for free PDF download: Reference Manual
Gateway EC1440u 1.3 Reference Manual (142 pages)
Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 5.11 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
7
About this Guide
8
Accessing Your Online User Guide
8
Gateway Contact Information
9
Gateway Model and Serial Number
9
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
9
For more Information
9
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
11
Front
12
Left
13
Right
14
Back
15
Bottom
16
Keyboard Area
17
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
19
Working Safely and Comfortably
20
Reducing Eye Strain
20
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
21
Sitting at Your Notebook
21
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
21
Connecting the AC Adapter
22
Protecting from Power Source Problems
24
Connecting the Dial-Up Modem
24
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
25
Starting Your Notebook
26
Waking up Your Notebook
27
Turning off Your Notebook
27
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
28
Using the Status Indicators
29
Using the Keyboard
31
Key Types
32
System Key Combinations
33
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
35
Adjusting Brightness
37
Adjusting the Volume
38
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
39
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
40
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
41
Using the CD or DVD Drive
42
Identifying Drive Types
42
Using a CD or DVD
44
Using the Memory Card Reader
44
Memory Card Types
45
Inserting a Memory Card
45
Using a Memory Card
45
Removing a Memory Card
45
Adding and Removing an Express Card
46
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
47
Connecting a USB Device
47
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
48
Adjusting the Display Properties
48
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
50
Ordering Accessories
51
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
53
Monitoring the Battery Charge
54
Recharging the Battery
54
Changing the Battery
55
Replacing the Battery
55
Recalibrating the Battery
56
Getting the most from Your Battery
57
Maximizing Battery Performance
57
Conserving Battery Power
57
Using Alternate Power Sources
58
Changing Power Modes
58
Using Power Saving Modes
59
Changing Notebook Power Settings
60
Changing the Power Plan
60
Changing Advanced Settings
61
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
63
Packing Your Notebook
64
Traveling by Air
64
Dial-Up Modem
64
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
65
Files
65
Security
66
Power
67
Additional Tips
67
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
69
Caring for Your Notebook
70
Cleaning Your Notebook
71
Cleaning the Exterior
71
Cleaning the Keyboard
72
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
72
Maintaining the Battery
72
Storing Batteries
73
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
74
Recovering Your System
74
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
75
Using Microsoft System Restore
81
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
84
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
85
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
87
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
88
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
89
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
92
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
95
Safety Guidelines
96
First Steps
96
Troubleshooting
97
Audio
97
Battery
97
CD Drives
97
Diskette Drive (External)
98
Display
98
DVD Drives
100
Ethernet
101
Express Cards
101
File Management
102
Hard Drive
102
Internet
103
Keyboard
104
Media Center
105
Memory
108
Memory Card Reader
108
Modem (Cable or DSL)
108
Modem (Dial-Up)
109
Mouse
112
Networks (Wired)
113
Networks (Wireless)
114
Passwords
116
Pointing Device
117
Power
117
Printer
118
Sound
119
Status Indicators
119
Touchpad or Pointing Device
120
Video
120
Telephone Support
120
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
120
Appendix A: Legal Information
123
Important Safety Information
124
Setting up Your System
124
Replacement Parts and Accessories
125
Regulatory Compliance
125
Wireless Guidance
125
United States of America
126
Japanese Modem Notice
130
Laser Safety Statement
131
Epa Energy Star
131
Environmental Information
131
Index
133
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