Gateway 6021GZ, 6525GP, 6018GZ, 6010GZ, 6510GZ User Manual

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ng the

AC Adapter

Replacing the AC Adapter

To connect the AC adapter:

1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.

Caution Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged.

The replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your notebook may be damaged.

2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook’s

power connector.

3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The

power indicator turns on.

Power in dicator

If the power indicator does not turn on, unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in.

Warni ng Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter.

The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters.

Technical Support

See the label on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care information.

Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

See your user guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.

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ng the Battery

Replacing the Battery

Tips & Tricks If your notebook is connected to AC power you

can change the battery while the notebook is turned on. If your notebook is not plugged into an AC outlet, you must turn the notebook off while changing the battery.

Locating Components

Battery

4 Slide the battery lock to the unlock position.

5 Slide the battery release latch, then slide the

battery out of the notebook.

6 Slide the replacement battery into the

notebook until it snaps into place.

Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly

replaced.

Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your notebook. Recycle or discard the battery as hazardous waste.

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Keep away from children.

To replace the battery:

1 If your notebook is on and is connected to AC

power, go to Step 2.

- OR -

If your notebook is on and is not plugged into an AC outlet, save your work and turn off the notebook.

2 Close the LCD panel.

3 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is

facing up.

7 Slide the battery lock to the lock position.

8 Turn your notebook over.

9 Plug your notebook into an AC outlet.

10 Open the LCD panel and press the power

button.

Technical Support

See the label on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care information.

Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

See your user guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.

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ng the

DVD Drive

Replacing the DVD Drive

Tips & Tricks You need a small Phillips screwdriver to

replace the DVD drive.

Preventing static electricity discharge

The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD can permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in your notebook.

Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical

voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook, remove the battery, and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable before replacing a component.

Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any

object into the vent holes of your notebook.

4 Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove

any PC Cards.

5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is

facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing Batteries” in your user guide.

6 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the

keyboard screw and put it in a safe place.

Tips & Tricks The keyboard screw hole is marked with a K.

Screw

Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines:

• Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam.

• Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection.

• Always hold components by their edges. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Never slide components over any surface.

• Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection.

• Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded object.

To replace the DVD drive:

1 Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static

electricity discharge.”

7 Loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these

screws cannot be removed), then remove the memory bay cover.

Screws

2 Turn off your notebook.

3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and

network cable.

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ng the

DVD Drive

8 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the

DVD drive screw, then put it in a safe place.

Screw

9 Turn your notebook over so the top is facing

up.

10 Insert a straightened paper clip into the DVD

drive’s manual eject hole, push in the paper clip to eject the drive tray, then pull the drive tray open.

12 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay.

Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay.

13 Turn your notebook over so the top is facing

down.

14 Secure the DVD drive with the screw removed

in Step 8.

15 Replace the memory bay cover, then tighten

the six cover screws.

16 Replace the keyboard screw.

17 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook

over.

18 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and

network cable, then turn on your notebook.

Technical Support

See the label on the bottom of the notebook for Customer Care information.

Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

See your user guide for important safety, regulatory, and legal information.

11 Carefully slide the drive out of the drive bay.

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