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Gateway M-153 Reference Manual (172 pages)
Gateway M-1412: Hardware Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 6.36 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
9
About this Guide
10
Accessing Your Online User Guide
10
Gateway Contact Information
10
Contacting Gateway Customer Care
10
Gateway Model and Serial Number
10
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
11
For more Information
11
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
13
Front
14
Left
15
Right
17
Back
18
Bottom
19
Keyboard Area
20
LCD Panel
23
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
25
Working Safely and Comfortably
26
Reducing Eye Strain
26
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
27
Sitting at Your Notebook
27
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
27
Connecting the AC Adapter
28
Protecting from Power Source Problems
29
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
30
Connecting the Optional Dial-Up Modem
31
Starting Your Notebook
32
Waking up Your Notebook
33
Turning off Your Notebook
33
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
34
Using the Status Indicators
35
Using the Keyboard
37
Key Types
38
System Key Combinations
39
Using the Optional Fingerprint Reader
42
Running the Touchstrip Tutorial
42
Enrolling Your Fingerprints
43
Using the Fingerprint Control Center
45
Using the Password Bank
46
Using the Fingerprint Reader Features
47
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
48
Using the Optional Multimedia Panel
51
Using the Optional Webcam
53
Adjusting the Brightness
56
Adjusting the Volume
57
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
59
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
59
Bluetooth Radio
61
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
63
Using the DVD Drive
64
Identifying Drive Types
64
Using a DVD Drive
65
Using the Memory Card Reader
67
Memory Card Types
67
Inserting a Memory Card
68
Using a Memory Card
68
Removing a Memory Card
68
Adding and Removing an Express Card
69
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
70
Connecting a USB Device
70
Viewing the Display on a Projector, Monitor, or Television
71
Adjusting the Display Properties
73
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
74
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
77
Monitoring the Battery Charge
78
Recharging the Battery
78
Changing Batteries
79
Recalibrating the Battery
80
Extending Battery Life
81
Maximizing Battery Performance
81
Conserving Battery Power
81
Using Alternate Power Sources
82
Changing Power Modes
83
Changing Notebook Power Settings
84
Changing the Power Plan
84
Changing Advanced Settings
86
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
89
Packing Your Notebook
90
Traveling by Air
90
Dial-Up Modem
90
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
91
Files
91
Security
92
Power
93
Additional Tips
93
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
95
Caring for Your Notebook
96
Cleaning Your Notebook
96
Cleaning the Exterior
97
Cleaning the Keyboard
97
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
97
Maintaining the Battery
98
Storing Batteries
98
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
99
Recovering Your System
99
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
100
Using Microsoft System Restore
107
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
110
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
111
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
113
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
114
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
115
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
119
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
123
Safety Guidelines
124
First Steps
124
Troubleshooting
125
Audio
125
Battery
125
CD Drives
125
Diskette Drive (External)
125
Display
126
DVD Drives
127
Ethernet
129
Express Cards
129
File Management
129
Fingerprint Reader
130
Hard Drive
130
Internet
131
Keyboard
132
Media Center
133
Memory
136
Memory Card Reader
137
Modem (Cable or DSL)
137
Modem (Dial-Up)
137
Mouse
140
Networks (Wired)
141
Networks (Wireless)
143
Passwords
145
Power
145
Printer
146
Sound
147
Status Indicators
147
Touchpad
148
Video
148
Telephone Support
148
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
148
Legal Information
151
Important Safety Information
152
Setting up Your System
152
Replacement Parts and Accessories
153
Regulatory Compliance
153
Wireless Guidance
153
United States of America
154
Japanese Modem Notice
158
Laser Safety Statement
158
Environmental Information
159
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Gateway M-153 Reference Manual (138 pages)
Gateway 200ARC: Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 2.2 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Chapter 1: About this Reference
7
About this Guide
8
Accessing the Online User Guide
8
Gateway Contact Information
9
Gateway Model and Serial Number
9
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
9
For more Information
10
Chapter 2: Checking out Your Notebook
11
Front
12
Left
12
Right
14
Bottom
15
Keyboard Area
17
Chapter 3: Using Your Gateway Notebook
19
Connecting the AC Adapter
20
Protecting from Power Source Problems
21
Connecting the Dial-Up Modem
22
Connecting to a Cable or DSL Modem or to a Network
23
Starting Your Notebook
24
Waking up Your Notebook
24
Turning off Your Notebook
24
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
25
Using the Status Indicators
26
Using the Keyboard
27
Key Types
28
System Key Combinations
29
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
31
Adjusting the Volume
33
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
34
Chapter 4: Using Accessories
37
Using the Memory Card Reader
38
Memory Card Types
38
Inserting a Memory Card
38
Using a Memory Card
38
Removing a Memory Card
39
Adding and Removing a PC Card
39
Using an Optional Port Replicator
41
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
41
Connecting a USB Printer, Scanner, or Digital Camera
42
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Video Camera or MP3 Player
42
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
43
Ordering Accessories
44
Chapter 5: Managing Power
47
Monitoring the Battery Charge
48
Recharging the Battery
48
Changing Batteries
49
Replacing the Battery
49
Recalibrating the Battery
50
Extending Battery Life
51
Conserving Battery Power
51
Using Alternate Power Sources
52
Changing Power Modes
52
Changing Notebook Power Settings
53
Changing the Power Scheme
54
Changing Alarm Options
56
Changing Advanced Settings
57
Activating and Using Hibernate Mode
58
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
61
Packing Your Notebook
62
Traveling by Air
62
Dial-Up Modem
62
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
63
Files
64
Security
64
Power
65
Additional Tips
65
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
67
Caring for Your Notebook
68
Cleaning Your Notebook
69
Cleaning the Exterior
69
Cleaning the Keyboard
70
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
70
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
70
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
71
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
72
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
73
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
76
CHAPTER 9 Troubleshooting
79
Safety Guidelines
80
First Steps
80
Troubleshooting
81
Audio
81
Battery
81
CD Drives
81
Device Installation
81
Display
82
External DVD Drives
84
File Management
86
Hard Drive
86
Internet
87
Keyboard
88
Media Center
89
Memory
93
Memory Card Reader
94
Modem (Cable or DSL)
94
Modem (Dial-Up)
94
Mouse
98
Networks (Wired)
99
Networks (Wireless)
101
Passwords
104
PC Cards
104
Pointing Device
104
Power
104
Printer
105
Sound
107
Status Indicators
107
Touchpad
108
Video
108
Telephone Support
109
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
109
Telephone Numbers
110
Self-Help
111
Tutoring
111
Training
112
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
113
Important Safety Information
114
Regulatory Compliance Statements
116
Wireless Guidance
116
United States of America
118
Canada
122
Japan
124
Laser Safety Statement
125
Epa Energy Star
125
Environmental Information
125
Notices
127
Index
129
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