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Front
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
ComponentIconDescription
Microphone jackPlug a microphone into this jack.
Headphone jackPlug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack.
Cover release latchOpen the notebook cover by sliding the rel ease la tch to
Cover release
latch
the right.
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Left Side
Left Side
USB
port
PC Card
eject button
PC Card
slot
Modem
jack
Power
connector
Ethernet/
serial
connector
IEEE 1394
port
ComponentIconDescription
Modem jackPlug a modem cable into this jack.
Power connectorPlug the AC adapter cord into this connector.
Ethernet/serial
connector
IEEE 1394 portPlug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire or i.Link) cable
USB portPlug USB (UniversalSerial Bus) devices (such as a
PC Card eject buttonPress the eject button t o remove a PCCard from the PC Card
Plug a 10/100 Ethernet netwo rk cable or serial cab le into th is
jack using the suppl ied con necto r. For more inf ormation, see
“Connecting to an Ethernet network” on page 39, “Installing
a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device” on page 41,
and “Networking Your Notebook” on page 161.
into this jack.
keyboard, mouse, printer, scanner, or camera) into this port.
slot.
PC Card slotInsert one Type I, II, or Zoom Video PCCard into this slot.
For more information, see “Adding PCCards” on page 152.
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Right Side
Ventilation
fan
ComponentIconDescription
Ventilation fanHelps cool internal components. Do not block.
Monitor portPlug an analog VGA monitor into this port.
Monitor
port
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Kensington lock slot
ComponentIconDescription
Kensington™ lock slotSecure your computer to an object by connecting a
Kensington cable l ock to this s lot.
Back
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Bottom
Battery
release
latch
Memory
bay
ComponentIconDescription
Battery release latchSlide to release the battery.
Memory bayInstall a memory module in this bay.
Battery
Battery
release
latch
Docking
connector
System
identification
label
BatteryInsert the battery into this bay.
Docking connectorConnect the docking station to this connector.
Warning! P ower is passed through this connection. This
docking connec tion is UL certified f or use onl y with Solo
3450 docking stations.
System identification
label
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Find the product model number and serial number on
this label .
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Identifying y our model
The label on the bottom of your computer contains informa tion that
identifies your notebook model. Gateway Technical Support will need this
information if you call for assistance.
ImportantThe label shown below is for informational purposes only.
Label information varies by model.
Identifying your mo del
Revision co de and display
type/ processor size
Gateway model
number
Gateway serial
number
00.0X/000XXXX 0.0/XX
Gateway part
number
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Accessories
Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your
notebook.
Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapt ers
If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may
want to buy an additional battery so that you can swap batteries when
necessary.
With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you can save battery power by
plugging your notebook into an automobile cigarette lighter or an airplane
in-flight power receptacle.
Carrying cases
Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for
accessories or supplies.
External devices
Y ou can attach external devices suc h as a keyboard, mouse, printer, o r monitor
to your notebook or docking station.
Memory
Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of
memory. If your programs are running more slowly than you think they
should, try adding more memory.
Printers
You can attach many types of printers to your computer. The most common
types are inkjet and laser printers, which print in color or black and white.
Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive, but usually they are
slower than laser printers. Using an inkjet color printer, you ca n print pictures,
banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents.
Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive, but usually they print much
faster than inkjet printers. Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when
you are printing large documents.
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Checking Out
Your Docking
Station
The docking station gives you a ccess to ad ditional dri ves and ports no t found
on the notebook.
The docking station also gives y ou a convenient way to attach external device s
such as a monitor, a full-size keyboard , or an AC adapter. Although devices
can be attached directly to the ports and jacks on the notebook, the docking
station lets you make all of those connections in one step.
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Top
Docking
connector
5.25-inch
module bay
release latch
ComponentDescription
Docking connectorConnect the notebook to this connector.
Warning! Power is passed through this connection. This
docking connection is UL certified for use only with Solo
3450 notebooks.
3.5-inch mo dule bay rele ase latchSlide to rel ease the module.
3.5-inch
module bay
release latch
5.25-inch module bay release latchSlide to release the module.
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Front
Front
5.25-inch
module bay
ComponentDescription
5.25-inch module bayUse this bay for a CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive.
Undock buttonPress this button to prepare the notebook to be undocked while the
notebook is turned on.
3.5-inch module bayUse this bay for a diskette or second hard drive.
Undock
button
3.5-inch
module bay
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Left Side
Docking
release
lever
ComponentDescription
Docking rele ase leverPull to r elease th e notebook from the docking stat ion.
SpeakerProvides audio output.
Speaker
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Right Side
Right Side
Speaker
ComponentDescription
SpeakerProvides audio output.
Docking rele ase leverPull to r elease th e notebook from the docking stat ion.
Docking
release
lever
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Back
Kensington
lock slot
TV out
jack
USB port
PS/2 port
Parallel port
Ethern et jack
USB port
Power connector
ComponentIconDescription
Kensington™ lock slotSecure your computer to an object by connecting a
Kensington cable l ock to this s lot.
TV out j ackPlug a cable into t his jack so t hat you can view your
computer screen on a television. For more information,
see “Viewing the display on a television” on page 107.
®
PS/2 portPlug a PS/2
keyboard or mouse) into this port.
USB portsPlug USB (UniversalSerial Bus) devices (such as a
USB Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printe r , scanner , or c amera)
into these ports.
Parallel portPlug a parallel device such as a printer into this port.
Ethernet jackPlug a 10/100 Ethernet network cab le into this ja ck. F or
more information, see “Connecting to an Ethernet
network” on page39 and “Using the Internet” on
page 73.
(Personal System/2) device (such as a
Power connectorPlug the AC adapter cord into this connector.
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Bottom
Bottom
Docking
release
lever
3.5-inch module bay
5.25-inch module bay
ComponentDescription
Docking rele ase leverPull to release th e notebo ok from th e docking s tation.
Docking
release
lever
System
identification
label
System identification labelFind the product model number and serial number on this label.
5.25-inch module bayUse this bay for a CD, CD-RW, or DVD drive.
3.5-inch module bayUse this bay for a diskette or second hard drive.
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Getting Started
This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway notebook. Read
this chapter to find out:
■ How to connect the AC adapter
■ How to start and turn off your notebook
■ How to connect to and separate from the docking station
■ Switching user accounts in Windows XP
■ How to use the keyboard and the EZ Pad™ touchpad
■ How to connect the modem
■ How to connect to an Ethernet network
■ How to install peripheral devi ces
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Chapter 3: Getting Started
Connecting the A C adapter
Y ou can run y our notebook using an AC adapter or the notebook battery . The
battery was shipped to you partially charged. You should use the AC adapter
right away to fully charge the battery. Allow 24 hours for the battery to fully
charge.
ImportantIf the battery is not fully charged before you use your
notebook on battery pow er f or the first tim e, the battery lif e
may be much shorter than you expect. If the battery life
seems short even after being charged for 24 hours, the
battery may need to be recalibrated. For information, see
“Recalibrating the battery” on page 199.
To connect the AC adapter:
1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
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WarningReplace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The
replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage
rating as the original cord or the notebook may be
damaged.
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Connecting the AC adapter
2 Connect the AC adapter to your notebook’s power connector.
-ORConnect the AC adapter to the docking station if the docking station is
installed.
3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet.
The battery charge indicator turns on. If the battery charge indicator does
not turn on, disconnect the adapter from your notebook and repeat
Step 2. See “Status Indi ca t ors ” on page 28 for the location of the battery
charge indicator.
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4 When you finish using your notebook for the first time, turn the
notebook off and leave the notebook connected to AC power for at least
24 hours.
5 If the battery meters do not show a full charge after 24 hours, contact
Gateway Technical Support at www.gateway.com/support/contact.
WarningDo not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. The
AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable
parts inside. The A C adapter has dangerous vo ltages that
can cause serious injury or dea th. Contact G ate wa y about
returning defective AC adapters.
Protecting from power source problems
During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your
computer can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system
damage. Protect your computer and peripheral devices by connecting them
to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and preven ts them from
reaching your computer.
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WarningHigh voltages can enter your computer through both the
power cord and the modem connection. Protect your
computer by using a surge protector. If you have a
telephone modem, use a surge protector that has a
modem jack. If you have a cable modem, use a surge
protector that has an antenna/cable TV jack. During an
electrical storm, unplug both the surge protector and the
modem.
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Starting your notebook
To start the notebook:
1 Open your notebook by sliding the latch on the front of your notebook
to the right and lifting the LCD panel.
2 Press the power button located above the keyboard.
Pow er b u tt o n
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The power button is preset to On/Off mode. However, you can also set
it to function in Standby/Resume mode. For instructions on changing
the power button mode, see “Changing power settings” on page 123.
3 If you are starting your computer for the first time, follow the on-screen
instructions to set up your computer.
W aking up your notebook
When you have not used your notebook for several minutes, it enters a
power-saving mode called Standby. While in Standby, the power indicator
flashes. See “Status Indicators” on page 28 for the loc ation of the power
indicator.
If your notebook is in Standby mode, “wake” it up by pressing the power
button. For more information on changing power-saving settings, see
“Changing power modes” on page 122.
T urning off your notebook
To turn off your notebook:
■ In Windows XP, click Start, then click Turn Off Computer, then click Turn
Off
.
- OR In Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows 98, click
Shut Down. In the Shut Down Win dows dialog box, select Shut Down , then
click
OK.
If for some reason you cannot use the T urn Off Comp uter or Shut Down
option in Windows to shut down your notebook, try the following:
■ Press and release the power button
■ Press and hold the power button for about five seconds, then
release it
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Connecting to the docking s tation
Connecting to the docking station
You can dock your notebook while the notebook is on or off.
To attach your notebook to the docking station:
1 Connect external devices to the ports and jacks on the docking station.
2 Connect the AC adapter to the docking station.
3 Place the front part of the notebook on the two docking station hooks.
4 Press the back part of the notebook down until it clicks fully into the
docking station.
CautionPress down on the ou tsi de edg es of th e no teb ook . D o n ot
press in the middle or you may damage the LCD panel.
ImportantOnce the docking station is connected correctly, the “Dock
Change” message ma y appe ar on y our LCD. Y ou can use
the system once this message disappears.
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