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Gateway PA2 manual available for free PDF download: Reference Manual
Gateway PA2 Reference Manual (148 pages)
Reference Guide
Brand:
Gateway
| Category:
Laptop
| Size: 5 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
23
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
30
Key Types
31
System Key Combinations
32
Using the EZ Pad Touchpad
34
Adjusting Brightness
37
Adjusting the Volume
37
Turning Your Wireless Radio on or off
39
IEEE 802.11 Wireless Network Radio
39
Bluetooth 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
45
Memory Card Types
45
Inserting a Memory Card
45
Using a Memory Card
45
Removing a Memory Card
45
Adding and Removing a PC Card
46
Using an Optional Port Replicator
47
Installing a Printer or Other Peripheral Device
48
Connecting a USB Device
48
Connecting an IEEE 1394 Device
49
Viewing the Display on a Projector or Monitor
50
Adjusting the Display Properties
51
Using the Projector or Monitor for a Presentation
52
Viewing the Display on a Television
53
Ordering Accessories
54
CHAPTER5 Managing Power
57
Monitoring the Battery Charge
58
Recharging the Battery
58
Changing the Battery
59
Replacing the Battery
59
Recalibrating the Battery
60
Getting the most from Your Battery
61
Maximizing Battery Performance
61
Conserving Battery Power
61
Using Alternate Power Sources
62
Changing Power Modes
62
Using Power Saving Modes
63
Changing Notebook Power Settings
64
Changing the Power Plan
64
Changing Advanced Settings
65
Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook
67
Packing Your Notebook
68
Traveling by Air
68
Dial-Up Modem
68
Radio Frequency Wireless Connections
69
Files
69
Security
70
Power
71
Additional Tips
71
Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook
73
Caring for Your Notebook
74
Cleaning Your Notebook
75
Cleaning the Exterior
75
Cleaning the Keyboard
76
Cleaning the Notebook Screen
76
Maintaining the Battery
76
Storing Batteries
77
Cleaning Cds or Dvds
78
Recovering Your System
78
Recovering Pre-Installed Software and Drivers
79
Using Microsoft System Restore
85
Recovering Your System to Its Factory Condition
88
Recovering Your System Using the Windows DVD
89
Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook
91
Preventing Static Electricity Discharge
92
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
93
Replacing the Hard Drive Kit
96
CHAPTER9 Troubleshooting
101
Safety Guidelines
102
First Steps
102
Troubleshooting
103
Audio
103
Battery
103
CD Drives
103
Diskette Drive (External)
103
Display
104
DVD Drives
105
Ethernet
107
File Management
107
Hard Drive
108
Internet
109
Keyboard
110
Media Center
111
Memory
113
Memory Card Reader
114
Modem (Cable or DSL)
114
Modem (Dial-Up)
114
Mouse
118
Networks (Wired)
119
Networks (Wireless)
120
Passwords
122
PC Cards
123
Pointing Device
123
Power
123
Printer
124
Sound
125
Status Indicators
126
Touchpad or Pointing Device
126
Video
126
Telephone Support
127
Before Calling Gateway Customer Care
127
Appendix A: Legal Information
129
Replacement Parts and Accessories
131
Regulatory Compliance
131
Wireless Guidance
131
United States of America
132
Japanese Modem Notice
136
Laser Safety Statement
137
Environmental Information
137
Index
139
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