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Gateway P7811FX - P 7811 FX Edition manual available for free PDF download: Reference Manual
Gateway P7811FX - P 7811 FX Edition Reference Manual (168 pages)
Gateway P-6831: Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 6.4 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
16
Back
17
Bottom
18
Keyboard Area
19
LCD Panel
20
Chapter 3: Setting up and Getting Started
21
Working Safely and Comfortably
22
Reducing Eye Strain
22
Setting up Your Computer Desk and Chair
23
Sitting at Your Notebook
23
Avoiding Discomfort and Injury from Repetitive Strain
23
Connecting the AC Adapter
24
Protecting from Power Source Problems
26
Connecting to a Broadband Modem or Network
26
Connecting the Optional Dial-Up Modem
27
Starting Your Notebook
27
Waking up Your Notebook
29
Turning off Your Notebook
29
Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook
30
Using the Status Indicators
31
Using the Keyboard
32
Key Types
32
System Key Combinations
34
Using the Optional Fingerprint Reader
37
Running the Touchstrip Tutorial
37
Enrolling Your Fingerprints
38
Using the Fingerprint Control Center
40
Using the Password Bank
41
Using the Fingerprint Reader Features
42
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
43
Using the Optional Multimedia Panel
46
Using the Optional Webcam
47
Adjusting the Brightness
51
Adjusting the Volume
51
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
53
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
54
Bluetooth Radio
55
Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories
57
Using the DVD Drive
58
Identifying Drive Types
58
Using a DVD Drive
59
Setting up an Optional RAID
60
About RAID
60
RAID 0 for Performance
60
RAID 1 for Security
61
Preparing Your Notebook for RAID
62
Configuring RAID
62
Getting Help
65
Using an Esata (External SATA) Hard Drive
65
Using the Memory Card Reader
66
Memory Card Types
66
Inserting a Memory Card
66
Using a Memory Card
67
Removing a Memory Card
67
Using an Express Card
67
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
68
Connecting a USB Device
69
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device
69
Viewing the Display on a Projector, Monitor, or Television
70
Adjusting the Display Properties
72
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
73
Chapter 5: Managing Power
75
Monitoring the Battery Charge
76
Recharging the Battery
76
Changing the Battery
77
Recalibrating the Battery
78
Extending Battery Life
79
Maximizing Battery Performance
79
Conserving Battery Power
79
Using Alternate Power Sources
80
Changing Power Modes
80
Using Power Saving Modes
81
Changing Notebook Power Settings
82
Changing the Power Plan
82
Changing Advanced Settings
83
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
Overclocking the Processor
95
Recovering Your System
96
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
97
Using Microsoft System Restore
102
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
105
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
106
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
109
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
110
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
111
Replacing a Hard Drive Kit
114
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting
119
Safety Guidelines
120
First Steps
120
Troubleshooting
121
Audio
121
Battery
121
CD Drives
121
Diskette Drive (External)
121
Display
122
DVD Drives
123
Ethernet
125
Express Cards
125
File Management
125
Fingerprint Reader
126
Hard Drive
126
Internet
127
Keyboard
128
Media Center
129
Memory
132
Memory Card Reader
133
Modem (Cable or DSL)
133
Modem (Dial-Up)
133
Mouse
136
Networks (Wired)
137
Networks (Wireless)
139
Passwords
141
Power
141
Printer
142
Sound
143
Status Indicators
143
Touchpad
144
Video
144
Telephone Support
144
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
144
Appendix A: Legal Information
147
Replacement Parts and Accessories
149
Regulatory Compliance
149
Wireless Guidance
149
United States of America
150
Japanese Modem Notice
154
Laser Safety Statement
154
Environmental Information
155
Index
157
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