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Gateway M-6883 manual available for free PDF download: Reference Manual
Gateway M-6883 Reference Manual (166 pages)
Gateway M-6883: Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 6.05 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
22
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
23
Working Safely and Comfortably
24
Reducing Eye Strain
24
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
25
Sitting at Your Notebook
25
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
25
Connecting the AC Adapter
26
Protecting from Power Source Problems
27
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
28
Connecting the Optional Dial-Up Modem
29
Starting Your Notebook
29
Waking up Your Notebook
31
Turning off Your Notebook
31
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
32
Using the Status Indicators
33
Using the Keyboard
34
Key Types
35
System Key Combinations
36
Using the Optional Fingerprint Reader
39
Running the Touchstrip Tutorial
39
Enrolling Your Fingerprints
40
Using the Fingerprint Control Center
42
Using the Password Bank
43
Using the Fingerprint Reader Features
44
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
45
Using the Optional Multimedia Panel
48
Using the Optional Webcam
49
Adjusting the Brightness
52
Adjusting the Volume
53
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
55
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
55
Bluetooth Radio
57
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
59
Using the DVD Drive
60
Identifying Drive Types
60
Using a DVD Drive
61
Using the Memory Card Reader
63
Memory Card Types
63
Inserting a Memory Card
64
Using a Memory Card
64
Removing a Memory Card
64
Adding and Removing an Express Card
65
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
66
Connecting a USB Device
66
Viewing the Display on a Projector, Monitor, or Television
67
Adjusting the Display Properties
69
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
70
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
73
Monitoring the Battery Charge
74
Recharging the Battery
74
Changing Batteries
75
Recalibrating the Battery
76
Extending Battery Life
77
Maximizing Battery Performance
77
Conserving Battery Power
77
Using Alternate Power Sources
78
Changing Power Modes
79
Changing Notebook Power Settings
80
Changing the Power Plan
80
Changing Advanced Settings
82
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
85
Packing Your Notebook
86
Traveling by Air
86
Dial-Up Modem
86
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
87
Files
87
Security
88
Power
89
Additional Tips
89
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
91
Caring for Your Notebook
92
Cleaning Your Notebook
92
Cleaning the Exterior
93
Cleaning the Keyboard
93
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
93
Maintaining the Battery
94
Storing Batteries
94
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
95
Recovering Your System
95
Creating Recovery Discs
97
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
99
Returning to a Previous System Condition
100
Returning Your System to Its Factory Condition
101
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
105
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
106
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
107
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
111
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
117
Safety Guidelines
118
First Steps
118
Troubleshooting
119
Audio
119
Battery
119
CD Drives
119
Diskette Drive (External)
119
Display
120
DVD Drives
121
Ethernet
123
Express Cards
123
File Management
123
Fingerprint Reader
124
Hard Drive
124
Internet
125
Keyboard
126
Media Center
127
Memory
130
Memory Card Reader
131
Modem (Cable or DSL)
131
Modem (Dial-Up)
131
Mouse
134
Networks (Wired)
135
Networks (Wireless)
137
Passwords
139
Power
139
Printer
140
Sound
141
Status Indicators
141
Touchpad
142
Video
142
Telephone Support
142
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
142
Legal Information
145
Important Safety Information
146
Setting up Your System
146
Replacement Parts and Accessories
147
Regulatory Compliance
147
Wireless Guidance
147
United States of America
148
Japanese Modem Notice
152
Laser Safety Statement
152
Environmental Information
153
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