Gateway MP6954, MX6450 Quick Start Manual

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Hardware Reference Guide

PLATINUM EDITION

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Chapter 1: About this reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

About the User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Gateway contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Gateway model and serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

For more information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook . . . . . . 5

Identifying features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Keyboard area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Protecting from power source problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Connecting the dial-up modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet net-

work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Starting your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Waking up your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Turning off your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Restarting (rebooting) your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Using the status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Key types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

System key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Using the EZ Pad touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Turning your wireless radio on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Using the DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Identifying drive types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Inserting a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Using the memory card reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Memory card types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Inserting a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Using a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Removing a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Adding and removing a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Changing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Recalibrating the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Ordering accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Chapter 3: Upgrading Your Notebook . . . . . . . 37

Preventing static electricity discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Adding or replacing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Replacing the DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Replacing the hard drive kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Replacing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Removing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Installing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal . . . 55

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

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CHAPTER 1

About this reference

• About this guide

• About the User Guide

• Gateway contact information

• Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity

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CHAPTER 1: About this reference

About this guide

This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your model of Gateway notebook. For all other notebook information, see your User Guide.

About the User Guide

In addition to this guide, the User Guide has been included on your hard drive. The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that includes information on the following topics:

■ Help and technical support

■ Using and customizing Windows and other

software

■ Controlling audio and video settings

■ Using the Internet

■ Protecting your files

■ Playing and recording media

■ Networking

■ Maintenance and troubleshooting

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Gateway contact information

Gateway model and serial number

Important

The label shown in this

ordered, and location.

section is for

informational

purposes only. Label

information varies by

model, features

The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for assistance.

Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No:

Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity

The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your notebook includes the product key code for your operating system.

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For more information

For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway’s Support page at

support.gateway.com

shown on your notebook’s label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications.

or the Web address

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Checking Out Your Notebook

•Identifying features

• Starting your notebook

• Turning off your notebook

• Using the status indicators

•Using the keyboard

• Using the EZ Pad touchpad

• Turning your wireless radio on or off

• Using the DVD drive

• Using the memory card reader

• Adding and removing a PC Card

• Changing batteries

• Recalibrating the battery

• Ordering accessories

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Identifying features

Front

Speaker

LCD panel release latch

Battery charge indicator

Headphone jack

Microphone jack

Speaker

Power indicator

Component Icon Description

Speakers Provide audio output when

LCD panel release latch

Battery charge indicator

Power indicator

Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack.

headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in.

Slide to open the LCD panel.

■

LED blue - battery is fully charged.

■

LED purple - battery is charging.

■

LED blinking red - battery charge is very low.

■

LED solid red - battery is malfunctioning.

■

LED on - notebook is on.

■

LED blinking - notebook is in Standby mode.

■

LED off - notebook is off.

Headphone jack Plug amplified speakers or

headphones into this jack. The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack.

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Left

Identifying features

Kensington lock slot

S-Video out jack

Ventilation fan

DVD drive

Component Icon Description

Kensington™ lock slot

S-Video out jack (optional)

Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components.

Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot.

Plug an S-Video device, such as a television, into this optional jack. For more information, see Viewing the display on a television in the User Guide.

War ning: Do not work for long periods with your notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, your notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into these slots. If these slots are blocked, your notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to your notebook. Caution: Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Do not use your notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.

DVD drive Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more

information, see “Using the DVD drive” on

page 29. To determine the type of drive in

your notebook, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types” on page 29.

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Right

PC Card slot

IEEE 1394 port

Memory card reade r

USB ports

Ethernet jack

Modem jack

USB ports

Component Icon Description

PC Card slot Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For

IEEE 1394 port Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire

Memory card reader

USB ports Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive,

more information, see “Adding and

removing a PC Card” on page 32.

or i.Link camcorder) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port.

Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into the memory card reader. For more information, see “Using the memory card

reader” on page 30. The memory card

reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards.

flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports.

) device (such as a digital

Ethernet jack Plug an Ethernet network cable into this

Modem jack Plug a modem cable into this jack. For more

jack. Plug the other end of the cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network jack. For more information, see

“Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network” on page 15.

information, see “Connecting the dial-up

modem” on page 14.

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Back

Identifying features

Power connector

Monitor port

Component Icon Description

Power connector

Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector

Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector.

into this port. For more information, see “Viewing the display on a projector or monitor” in the User Guide.

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Bottom

System

label

Hard drive

bay

Battery latch

Battery

Memory bay

Battery lock

Component Icon Description

Battery latch Slide to release the battery. For more

information, see “Changing batteries” on

page 33.

Battery Provides power when your notebook is not

Memory bay Install a memory module into this bay. For

Battery lock Slide to unlock the battery. For more

System label Includes the product model number. For

Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay. For

plugged into AC power.

more information, see “Adding or

replacing memory” on page 39.

information, see “Changing batteries” on

page 33.

more information, see “Gateway model

and serial number” on page 3.

more information, see “Replacing the hard

drive kit” on page 45.

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Keyboard area

Identifying features

Power button

Keyboard

Status indicators

To uc h pa d

Component Icon Description

Power button

Keyboard Provides all the features of a full-sized,

To uc hp ad Provides all the functionality of a mouse. For

Status indicators

Press to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button for Standby/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see “Changing Power-Saving Settings” in the User Guide.

computer keyboard. For more information, see “Using the keyboard” on page 19.

more information, see “Using the EZ Pad

touchpad” on page 25.

Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For more information, see

“Using the status indicators” on page 18.

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Connecting the AC adapter

Warnin g

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

Make sure that you use

the AC adapter that

notebook or one of the

same type purchased

must be of the same

rating as the original

cord or your notebook

adapters.

Caution

came with your

from Gateway.

Replace the power

cord if it becomes

damaged. The

replacement cord

type and voltage

may be damaged.

Important

If the battery charge

indicator does not turn

blue after three hours,

contact Gateway

Customer Care at

support.gateway.com

You can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook’s battery. The battery was shipped to you partially charged. You should use the AC adapter right away to fully charge the battery. Allow three hours for the battery to fully charge.

To connect the AC adapter:

1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.

2 Connect the AC adapter to your

notebook’s power connector.

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Connecting the AC adapter

Important

If the battery is not

fully charged before

you use your notebook

on battery power for

the first time, the

battery life may be

much shorter than you

expect. If the battery life seems short even

after being charged for

three hours, the

battery may nee d to be

recalibrated. For

information on

recalibrating the

battery, see

“Recalibrating the

battery” on page 35

3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The

battery charge indicator turns on (see

“Front” on page 6 for the location of the

battery charge indicator). If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on:

1 Unplug the adapter from your

notebook, then plug it back in.

2 Press FN+F1 to toggle the status

lights on and off.

4 When you finish using your notebook for

the first time, turn off your notebook and leave your notebook connected to AC power until the battery charge indicator turns blue.

Protecting from power source problems

Warnin g

High voltages can

enter your notebook

through both the

power cord and the

modem connection.

To protec t y our

notebook and avoid

electrical shock, use 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

unplug both the surge

that has an

antenna/cable TV

jack. During an

electrical storm,

protector and the

modem.

During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your notebook can increase to levels far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your notebook and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from reaching your notebook.

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Connecting the dial-up modem

Warnin g

To re du ce the risk of

fire, use only No. 26

AWG or larger

telecommunications

line cord.

Your notebook has a built-in 56K modem that you can use to connect to a standard telephone line.

To connect the modem:

1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the

modem jack on the right side of your notebook.

2 Insert the other end of the modem cable

into a telephone wall jack. The modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.

3 Start your notebook, then start your

communications program.

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Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network

Your notebook has a network jack that you can use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network.

To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network:

1 Insert one end of the network cable into

the network jack on the right side of your notebook.

2 Insert the other end of the network cable

into a cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network jack.

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Starting your notebook

Warnin g

Do not work for long

periods with your

notebook resting on

your lap. If the air vents

are blocked, your

notebook may

become hot enough to

harm your skin.

Caution

Provide adequate

space around your

notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Do not use your notebook

on a bed, sofa, rug, or

other similar surface.

To start your notebook:

1 Slide the latch on the front of your

notebook, then lift the LCD panel.

2 Press the power button located above the

keyboard.

Tips & Tricks

For more information

about changing the

power button mode,

see “Changing

Power -Savin g

Settings” in the User

Guide.

3 If you are starting your notebook for the

first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your notebook.

Waking up your notebook

Tips & Tricks

For more information about Standby mode,

see “Changing power

modes” in the User

Guide.

When you have not used your notebook for several minutes or if you close the LCD panel without turning off your notebook, it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. While in Standby, the power indicator flashes. If your notebook is in Standby mode, press the power button to “wake” it up.

T urning off your notebook

Important

If for some reason you

cannot use the Turn

Off Computer option

in Windows to turn off

your notebook, press

and hold the power

button for about five

seconds, then release

it.

To turn off your notebook:

1 Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer.

The Turn Off Computer dialog box opens.

2 Click Turn O ff. Windows shuts down and

turns off your notebook.

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Restarting (rebooting) your notebook

Important

If your notebook does

battery for more than

not turn off immediately, complete the

following

steps until your

notebook turns off:

1. Press and hold the power button for

about five seconds,

then release it.

2. Unplug the power

cord and remove the

10 seconds.

If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to close programs that are not responding. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your notebook to normal operation, you may have to restart (reboot) your notebook.

To close unresponsive programs and restart your notebook:

1 Press CTRL+ALT+DEL. The Windows Security

dialog box opens.

2 Click Task Man ager. The Windows Task

Manager dialog box opens.

3 Click the program that is not responding.

4 Click End Task. 5 Click X in the top-right corner of the

Windows Task Manager dialog box.

6 If your notebook does not respond, turn it

off, wait ten seconds, then turn it on again.

As a part of the regular startup process, a program to check the disk status runs automatically. When the checks are finished, Windows starts.

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Using the status indicators

Important

If none of the

indicators are on, you

may need to press

N+F1 to toggle the

status indicators on.

Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. The status indicators are located below the touchpad.

Wireless network

Caps lock

Num lock

Hard drive

Disc drive

Indicator Icon Description

Wireless network (optional)

■

LED on - Wireless radio is turned on.

■

LED off - Wireless radio is turned off.

■

Caps lock

LED on - Caps lock is turned on.

■

LED off - Caps lock is turned off.

Num lock

■

LED on - Numeric keypad is turned on.

■

LED off - Numeric keypad is turned off.

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Indicator Icon Description

Using the keyboard

Disc drive

Hard drive

Using the keyboard

Tips & Tricks

You can attach an

external keyboard to

your notebook using a

USB port. You do not

need to shut down

your notebook to

connect a USB

keyboard.

Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad.

Function keys/ System keys

■

LED blinking - The disc drive is in use.

■

LED off - The disc drive is not in use.

■

LED blinking - The hard drive is in use.

■

LED off - The hard drive is not in use.

Numeric

keypa d

N key

Windows key

Application key

Navigation keys

Arrow keys

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Key types

The keyboard has several different types of keys. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in combination with another key.

Key type Icon Description

Function keys

System keys Press these colored keys

Navigation keys

Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform actions in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help. Each program uses different function keys for different purposes. See the program documentation to find out more about the function key actions.

in combination with the

N key to perform specific

actions. For more information, see “System

key combinations” on page 22.

Press these keys to move the cursor to the beginning of a line, to the end of a line, up the page, down the page, to the beginning of a document, or to the end of a document.

Arrow keys Press these keys to move

the cursor up, down, right, or left.

Application key

Press this key for quick access to shortcut menus and help assistants in Windows.

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Using the keyboard

Key type Icon Description

Windows key

FN key Press the FN key in

Numeric keypad

Press this key to open the Windows Start menu. This key can also be used in combination with other keys to open utilities like F (Search utility), R (Run utility), and E (Explorer utility).

combination with a colored system key to perform a specific action.

Use these keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on. Press F on the numeric keypad.

N+ to turn

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System ke y combinat ions

When you press the FN key and a system key at the same time, your notebook performs the action identified by the text or icon on the key.

Press and hold FN, then press this system key...

To. ..

Toggle the status indicators on or off. For more information, see “Using the status

indicators” on page 18.

Turn the optional wireless network on or off. For more information, see “Wireless Networking” in your User Guide. War ning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, and IEEE 802.11a communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication.

Enter Standby mode. Press the power button to leave Standby mode. For more information, see “Changing Power-Saving Settings” in your User Guide.

Toggle your notebook display in the following order:

■

The LCD

■

An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be plugged into the monitor port on your notebook)

■

Both displays at the same time

For more information, see Viewing the

display on a projector or monitor in the User Guide.

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Using the keyboard

Press and hold FN, then press this system key...

To. ..

Display the power status box in the upper-left corner of your display. The box shows the battery charge level, the BIOS version, and whether the optional wireless network is being used. Press the key combination again to close this box.

Turn the optional Bluetooth feature on or off. War ning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication.

Increase the LCD panel brightness above the normal brightest setting. Use this feature in bright lighting situations, such as outside in bright sunlight. Press a second time to decrease the brightness below the normal lowest brightness setting. Use this feature in dim lighting situations. Press a third time to return the display to the normal brightness setting. Important: Using this feature will affect battery performance.

Play or pause the CD or DVD.

Stop playing the CD or DVD.

Skip back one CD song or DVD track.

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Press and hold FN, then press this system key...

To. ..

Skip ahead one CD song or DVD track.

Increase the brightness of the display.

Decrease the brightness of the display.

Mute the sound. Press the key combination again to restore the sound. For more information, see “Adj usti ng the

volume” on page 27.

Increase the volume. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume”

on page 27.

Decrease the volume. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume”

on page 27.

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Using the EZ Pad touchpad

Tips & Tricks

For instructions on

how to adjust the

double-click speed,

pointer speed,

right-hand or

configuration, and

“Changing the mouse or touchpad settings”

left-hand

other touchpad

settings, see

in the User Guide.

Tips & Tricks

You received your

notebook with the EZ

Pad touchpad set to

only accept clicking by

using the touchpad

buttons. You can

change this feature to

allow tapping on the

touchpad to simulate

clicking the left button.

For more information,

see “Changing the

mouse or touchpad

settings” in the User

Guide.

The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad, two buttons, and a scroll zone.

Tou ch pa d

Scroll zone

Left button

Right button

When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer (arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. You can use the scroll zone to scroll through documents. Use of the scroll zone may vary from program to program.

You can use the EZ-Pad left and right buttons below the touchpad to select objects.

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To. .. Do this...

Move the pointer on the screen.

Select an object on the screen.

Start a program or open a file or folder.

Move your finger around on the touchpad. If you run out of space and need to move the pointer farther, lift your finger, move it to the middle of the touchpad, then continue moving your finger.

Position the pointer over the object. Quickly press and release the left button once. This action is called clicking.

Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button twice in rapid succession. This action is called double-clicking.

Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen.

Position the pointer over the object. Quickly press and release the right button once. This action is called right-clicking.

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To. .. Do this...

Adjusting the volume

Move an object on the screen.

Adjusting the volume

Tips & Tricks

For instructions on

how to adjust the

volume in Windows,

see “Adjusting the

Volume” in the User

Guide.

You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of your notebook.

To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls:

■ If you are using external speakers, turn the

knob on the front of the speakers.

Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button and hold it down, then use the touchpad to move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the screen. Release the button to drop the object where you want it.

-OR-

Use the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard. For more information, see

“System key combinations” on page 22.

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T urning your wireless radio on or off

Warnin g

Radio frequency

communication can

commercial aircraft.

regulations require

wireless devices to be

airplane. IEEE 802.11a,

IEEE 802.11g, and

devices are examples

of devices that provide

wireless

interfere with

equipment on

Current aviation

turned off while

traveling in an

IEEE 802.11b,

Bluetooth

communication

wireless

communication.

Warnin g

In environments

where the risk of interference to other devices or services is

harmful or perceived as harmful, the option to use a wireless device

may be restricted or

eliminated. Airports,

hospitals, and oxygen

or flammable gas

laden atmospheres

are limited examples

where use of wireless

devices may be

restricted or

eliminated. When in environments where you are uncertain of

the sanction to use

wireless devices, ask

the applicable

authority for

authorization prior to

using or turning on th e

wireless device.

Tips & Tricks

For more information

about using your

notebook on a wireless

network, see “Wireless

Networking” in the

User Guide.

Your Gateway notebook may have a factory-installed wireless networking mini-PCI card.

To turn the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio on or off:

■ Press FN + F2. The wireless status indicator

turns on or off. For the location of the wireless status indicator, see “Using the

status indicators” on page 18.

To turn the Bluetooth radio on or off:

■ Press FN + F6.

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Using the DVD drive

You can use your notebook to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features.

Identifying drive types

Using the DVD drive

Important

To use the double layer

capability of a double

layer recordable DVD

drive, the blank DVDs

you purchase must

state Double Layer,

Dual Layer, or DL.

Using other types of

blank media will result

in less capacity.

If your drive has this logo...

Your Gateway notebook may contain one of the following drive types. Look on the front of the drive for one or more of the following logos:

This is your drive

Use your drive for...

type...

ROM/R/RW

DVD drive Installing programs,

Combination DVD/CD-RW drive

Multi-format double layer DVD±RW/CD-R W drive

playing audio CDs, playing DVDs, and accessing data. You cannot use this drive to create CDs or DVDs.

Installing programs, playing audio CDs, playing DVDs, accessing data, and recording music and data to recordable CDs. You cannot use this drive to create DVDs.

Installing programs, playing audio CDs, playing DVDs, accessing data, recording music and data to CD-R or CD-RW discs, and recording video and data to DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, or double layer DVD+R discs.

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Inserting a CD or DVD

[

To insert a CD or DVD:

1 Press the eject button on the DVD drive.

After the tray opens slightly, pull the disc tray completely open.

Important

When you place a

single-sided disc in the

tray, make sure that

the label side is facing

up. If the disc has two

playable sides, place

the disc so the name of

the side you want to

play is facing up.

2 Place the disc in the tray with the label

facing up, then press down carefully on the disc until it snaps into place.

3 Push the tray in until it is closed.

Eject button

Manual eject hole

Using the memory card reader

You can use memory cards to transfer pictures from a digital camera to your notebook. You can also use the memory card reader to transfer data between your notebook and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone.

Memory card types

The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards.

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Inserting a memory card

To insert a memory card:

■ Insert the memory card into the memory

card slot with the label facing up and the arrow on the label pointing towards your notebook.

Using a memory card

To access a file on a memory card:

1 Click Start, then click My Computer.

2 Double-click the drive letter (for example,

the E: drive), then double-click the file name.

Removing a memory card

Using the memory card reader

Important

Do not use the remove hardware icon in

the taskbar to remove

the memory card. If you use the remove

hardware icon, your

notebook may not

recognize your

memory card reader

until you restart your

notebook.

To remove a memory card:

1 Push the memory card into your notebook.

The memory card pops out slightly.

2 Pull the memory card out of your

notebook.

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Adding and removing a PC Card

Your notebook has a PC Card slot (also known as a PCMCIA card slot). This slot accepts one Type II card. You do not need to restart your notebook when changing most cards because your notebook supports hot-swapping. Hot-swapping means that you can insert a PC Card while your notebook is running. If your PC Card does not work after hot-swapping, see the PC Card manufacturer’s documentation for further information.

To insert a PC Card:

■ Push the card firmly into the PC Card slot,

label-side up, until the outer edge of the card is flush with the side of your notebook.

Important

If the remove

hardware icon does

not appear on the

taskbar, click the show

icons button.

hidden

To remove a PC Card:

1 Click the remove hardware icon in the

taskbar, the PC Card name, then click Stop.

-OR-

Turn off your notebook.

2 Release the eject button by pressing the

PC Card eject button once.

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3 Eject the PC Card by pressing the eject

button again.

Changing batteries

Danger of explosion if

manufactured for your

Discard used batteries

The battery used in this

device may present a

hazard if mishandled.

(100°C), or incinerate.

battery promptly. Keep

Warnin g

battery is incorrectly

Replace only with a

battery specifically

Gateway notebook.

hazardous material

fire or chemical burn

Do not disassemble,

away from children.

replaced.

according to local

regulations.

heat above 212°F

Dispose of used

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

To change 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 your notebook.

2 Close the LCD panel.

3 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is

facing up.

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4 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked

position.

5 Slide the battery release latch, then slide

the battery out of your notebook.

6 Slide a recharged battery into your

notebook until it snaps into place.

7 Slide the battery lock to the locked

position.

8 Turn your notebook over.

9 Open the LCD panel.

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Recalibrating the battery

Important

Do not interrupt the

battery recalibration

interrupted, you must

start the process over

process. If

recalibration is

again.

If your notebook unexpectedly goes into Standby mode while you are using it but the battery charge is not low, you may need to recalibrate your battery. You should also recalibrate the battery periodically to maintain the accuracy of the battery gauge.

To recalibrate the battery:

1 Connect the AC adapter, then turn on your

notebook.

2 As soon as it starts and you see a startup

screen, press F2. The BIOS Setup utility opens.

3 Open the Advanced menu.

4 Highlight Battery Auto Learning, then

select Enabled by pressing the spacebar.

5 Open the Exit menu, then highlight Exit

Saving Changes and press E

6 Select Ye s , then press ENTER.

The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you the progress. The entire process will take several hours.

NTER.

When the recalibration has finished, the message “Press [Esc] key to exit” appears.

7 Press ESC. The battery charge indicator

now displays an accurate battery charge. If the battery charge indicator does not show an accurate charge, contact Gateway Customer Care at support.gateway.com

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Ordering accessories

To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at

accessories.gateway.com

Batteries

If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so you can swap batteries when necessary. See “Changing batteries” on

page 33 for more information about using an

additional battery.

Carrying cases

Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for accessories or supplies.

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. See

“Adding or replacing memory” on page 39 for

more information.

Printers

You can attach almost any type of printer to your notebook. 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 they are slower than laser printers. Using an inkjet color printer, you can print pictures, banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents.

Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive, but they print much faster than inkjet printers. Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when you are printing large documents.

USB flash drive

Use a USB flash drive for storing files or transferring files to another computer.

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CHAPTER 3

Upgrading Your Notebook

• Preventing static electricity discharge

• Adding or replacing memory

• Replacing the DVD drive

• Replacing the hard drive kit

• Replacing the keyboard

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Preventing static electricity discharge

Warnin g

To avoid exposure to

dangerous electrical

voltages and moving

parts, turn off your

notebook and unplug

the power cord,

modem cable, and

network cable before

opening the case.

Warnin g

To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into

the vent holes of your

notebook.

Important

Before installing or

information in this

replacing

components, you

should read and

understand the

section .

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

Before installing or replacing 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.

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Adding or replacing memory

Important

Use only memory

modules designed for

your Gateway

notebook.

To ol s

Required

You need a small

Phillips screwdriver to

add or replace a

memory module.

Your notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any slot.

Memory bay

To add or replace memory modules:

1 Follow the guidelines under “Preventing

static electricity discharge” on page 38.

2 Turn off your notebook.

3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable,

and network cable.

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” on page 33.

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Tips & Tricks

The keyboard screw

hole is marked with a

K. Depending on your

model, not all screws

may be captive.

6 Remove the keyboard screw shown in the

following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these screws cannot be removed).

Screw

Keyboard screw

Screw

7 Use the thumb notch to lift the memory

Screw

bay cover, then remove it. Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.

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Adding or replacing memory

8 If you are removing a module, gently press

outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward.

9 Pull the memory module out of the slot.

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Important

Use only memory

modules designed for

your Gateway

notebook.

10 Hold the new or replacement module at a

30-degree angle and slide it into the empty memory slot. This module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay.

11 Gently push the module down until it clicks

in place.

12 Replace the memory bay cover, then

tighten the captive screws.

13 Replace the keyboard screw.

14 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook

over.

15 Connect the power adapter, modem cable,

and network cable, then turn on your notebook.

Replacing the DVD drive

Important

Replace the DVD drive

only with a similar

drive provided by

Gateway.

To ol s

Required

You need a small

Phillips screwdriver to

replace the DVD drive.

If your DVD drive becomes damaged, you can replace it with a similar drive obtained from Gateway.

To replace the DVD drive:

1 Make sure that the DVD drive is empty.

2 Follow the guidelines under “Preventing

static electricity discharge” on page 38.

3 Turn off your notebook.

4 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable,

and network cable.

5 Disconnect all peripheral devices and

remove any PC Cards.

6 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is

facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing

batteries” on page 33.

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Tips & Tricks

The keyboard screw

hole is marked with a

K. Depending on your

model, not all screws

may be captive.

Replacing the DVD drive

7 Remove the keyboard screw shown in the

following picture, then loosen the remaining six captive screws (these screws cannot be removed).

Screw

Keyboard screw

Screw

8 Use the thumb notch to lift the memory

Screw

bay cover, then remove it. Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.

9 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove

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

Screw

10 Turn your notebook over so the top is

facing up.

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11 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 Carefully slide the drive out of the drive

bay.

13 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay.

Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay.

14 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is

facing up.

15 Secure the DVD drive with the screw

removed in Step 9.

16 Replace the memory bay cover, then

tighten the captive screws.

17 Replace the keyboard screw.

18 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook

over.

19 Connect the power adapter, modem cable,

and network cable, then turn on your notebook.

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Replacing the hard drive kit

To ol s

Required

You need a small

Phillips screwdriver to

replace the hard drive

kit. You also need the

operating system disc

that came with your

If your hard drive has

failed and you cannot

create a Drivers and

Applications Recovery

your replacement hard

drive. Gateway may

drive with the drivers

Customer Care at the

shown on the label on

notebook.

Important

disc, Gateway may

send you a set of

recovery discs with

also send you a

replacement hard

and applications already installed.

Contact Gateway

Web address or

telephone number

the bottom of your

notebook for more

information.

If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace your original drive with a higher-capacity drive.

Hard drive

kit

To replace the hard drive kit:

1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery

disc using the procedure found in the User Guide.

2 Print the Recovering Your System chapter

from the User Guide for use in Step 18.

3 Back up any data you want to transfer to

the new hard drive. For more information, see “Backing up files” in the User Guide.

4 Follow the guidelines under “Preventing

static electricity discharge” on page 38.

5 Turn off your notebook.

6 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable,

and network cable.

7 Disconnect all peripheral devices and

remove any PC cards.

8 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is

facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing

batteries” on page 33.

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9 Remove the two hard drive bay cover

screws, slide the hard drive bay cover, then remove it. The hard drive is attached to the back of the cover.

10 If your new hard drive already includes the

hard drive cover, go to Step 15.

-OR-

If you need to move the hard drive cover from your old hard drive to your new hard drive, go to Step 11.

11 Remove the screws that secure the hard

drive to the hard drive cover.

Screws

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Replacing the hard drive kit

12 Remove the cover from the old drive.

13 Insert the new drive label side up onto the

cover so the screw holes line up.

14 Replace the screws that secure the cover to

the drive.

15 Slide the new hard drive kit into your

notebook, then replace the cover screws.

16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook

over.

17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable,

and network cable, then turn on your notebook.

18 See the Recovering Your System chapter you

printed in Step 2 for instructions on installing Windows, your drivers, and your applications.

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Replacing the keyboard

Important

Replace the keyboard

only with a similar

keyboard provided by

Phillips and a small

flat-blade screwdriver

Gateway.

To ol s

Required

You need a small

to replace the

keyboard.

If your keyboard becomes damaged, you can replace it with a similar keyboard obtained from Gateway.

Removing the keyboard

To remove the keyboard:

1 Follow the guidelines under “Preventing

static electricity discharge” on page 38.

2 Turn off your notebook.

3 Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable,

and network cable.

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” on page 33.

Tips & Tricks

The screw hole is

marked with a K.

6 Remove the keyboard screw and put it in

a safe place.

Keyboard screw

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Important

Inserting a piece of

cloth between the

screwdriver and

keyboard will help

prevent damage to

your notebook.

Replacing the keyboard

7 Turn your notebook over so the top is

facing up.

8 With a small Phillips screwdriver, remove

the two hinge cover screws and put them in a safe place.

Screw Screw

9 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver

under the bottom of each hinge cover and gently pry it up.

10 Carefully open the LCD panel to the fully

opened position.

11 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver

under the right end of the keyboard cover and gently pry it up.

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12 Pull the cover off your notebook. Be careful

to not damage the LCD panel.

13 Gently lift the back edge of the keyboard.

■ If the keyboard does not lift, go to

Step 14.

■ If the keyboard lifts, go to Step 19.

Tips & Tricks

Depending on your

model, not all screws

may be captive.

14 Close the LCD panel, turn your notebook

over so the bottom is facing up, then loosen the six memory bay cover screws (these screws cannot be removed).

Screw

15 Use the thumb notch to lift the memory

Screw

ScrewScrew

bay cover, then remove it. Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite of the thumb notch.

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Replacing the keyboard

16 Loosen the mini-PCI bay cover screw (this

screw cannot be removed), then remove the mini-PCI bay cover.

Important

Depending on the keyboard features, one of both of these screws

may be absent.

17 Remove the two optional keyboard screws.

Screw

18 Turn your notebook over so the top is

facing up, then open the LCD panel to the fully opened position.

19 With the back edge of the keyboard raised,

carefully push it toward the LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel.

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20 Slowly rotate the keyboard toward you so

it lies keys-down on top of your notebook. Be careful to not damage the LCD panel.

21 Slide the black keyboard connector clip to

the front of your notebook and remove the cable. Be careful not to touch or damage any other components.

Keyboard connector clip

Installing the keyboard

To install the keyboard:

1 Place the new keyboard keys-down on

your notebook with the space bar away from you.

Important

The keyboard cable is

correctly oriented if it is

not twisted.

2 Make sure the black keyboard connector

clip is fully moved toward the front of your notebook, insert the cable into the connector, then slide the black clip to lock the connector in place.

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Caution

If the cover is not

correctly replaced,

your notebook could

be damaged when you

try to close the LCD

panel.

Replacing the keyboard

3 Rotate the keyboard toward the LCD panel

until the keyboard is almost face-up.

4 Insert the tabs on the front edge of the

keyboard into the slots under the palm rest. You may need to press down on the keyboard keys along the front edge of the keyboard to seat the retaining tabs into their corresponding slots.

5 Gently press the keyboard down until it is

flat all the way across. The keyboard should easily fall into place. Be careful to not damage the LCD panel.

6 Replace the keyboard cover. Press down on

the cover in several places until it clicks in place. The cover is correctly mounted when you can run your finger along the cover and find no loose spots. The cover should be flat all the way across.

7 Close the LCD panel, then replace the two

hinge cover screws.

8 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is

facing up.

9 If you removed screws in Step 17, replace

them.

10 If you removed the mini-PCI bay cover in

Step 16, replace it, then tighten the screw.

11 If you removed the memory bay cover in

Step 15, replace it, then tighten the screws.

12 Replace the keyboard screw.

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13 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook

over.

14 Connect the power adapter, the modem

cable, and the network cable, then turn on your notebook.

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APPENDIX A

Safety, Regulatory, and Legal

• Important safety information

• Regulatory compliance statements

• Environmental information

•Notices

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Important safety information

Warnin g

Always follow these

instructions to help

guard against

personal injury and

damage to your

Gateway system.

Warnin g

Do not use Gateway

products in areas

classified as

hazardous locations.

Such areas include

patient care areas of

medical and dental

industrial facilities.

To re du ce the risk of

fire, use only No. 26

telecommunications

facilities,

oxygen-laden

environments, or

Warnin g

AWG or larger

line cord.

Your Gateway notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this notebook, it is important that the safety instructions marked on your notebook and in the documentation are followed.

Setting up your system

■ Read and follow all instructions marked on

your notebook and in the documentation before you operate your notebook. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use.

■ Do not use this notebook near water or a

heat source such as a radiator.

■ Set up your notebook on a stable work

surface.

■ Your notebook should be operated only

from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.

■ If your notebook has a voltage selector

switch, make sure that the switch is in the proper position for your area. The voltage selector switch is set at the factory to the correct voltage.

■ Openings in your notebook case are

provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure you provide adequate space, at least 6 inches (15 cm), around the notebook for ventilation when you set up your work area. Never insert objects of any kind into the notebook ventilation openings.

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■ Some notebook are equipped with a

three-wire power cord to make sure that the notebook is properly grounded when in use. The plug on this cord will fit only into a grounding-type outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, contact an electrician to install the appropriate outlet.

■ If you use an extension cord with this

notebook, make sure that the total ampere rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.

■ If your notebook is fitted with a TV Tuner,

cable, or satellite receiver card, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and buildup of static charges.

Care during use

■ Do not walk on the power cord or allow

anything to rest on it.

■ Do not spill anything on the notebook. The

best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking near your notebook.

■ Some notebooks have a replaceable CMOS

battery on the system board. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

■ When the notebook is turned off, a small

amount of electrical current still flows through the notebook. To avoid electrical shock, always unplug all power cables and modem cables from the wall outlets before cleaning the notebook.

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■ Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet

and refer servicing to qualified personnel if:

■ The power cord or plug is damaged.

■ Liquid has been spilled into the

notebook.

■ The notebook does not operate

properly when the operating instructions are followed.

■ The notebook was dropped or the

cabinet is damaged.

■ The notebook performance

changes.

Replacement parts and accessories

Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.

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Regulatory compliance statements

Wireless guidance

Warnin g

Radio frequency

communication can

commercial aircraft.

regulations require

wireless devices to be

airplane. 802.11b (also

known as wireless

Ethernet or Wifi) and

devices are examples

of devices that provide

wireless

interfere with

equipment on

Current aviation

turned off while

traveling in an

Bluetooth

communication

wireless

communication.

Warnin g

In environments

where the risk of interference to other devices or services is

harmful or perceived as harmful, the option to use a wireless device

may be restricted or

eliminated. Airports,

Hospitals, and Oxygen

or flammable gas

laden atmospheres

are limited examples

where use of wireless

devices may be

restricted or eliminated. When in environments where you are uncertain of

the sanction to use

wireless devices, ask

the applicable

authority for

authorization prior to

use or turning on the

wireless device.

Low power, Radio transmitting type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. These devices may operate in the 2.4 GHz (such as 802.11b/g LAN and Bluetooth), 5.2 GHz (such as 802.11a LAN), and traditional cellular or PCS cellular bands (i.e. Cellular data modem). The following section is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device.

Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific countries are listed in the specific country sections (or country group sections). The wireless devices in your system are only qualified for use in the countries identified by the Radio Approval Marks on the system rating label. If the country you will be using the wireless device in, is not listed, please contact your local Radio Approval agency for requirements. Wireless devices are closely regulated and use may not be allowed.

The power output of the wireless device or devices that may be embedded in your notebook is well below the RF exposure limits as known at this time. Because the wireless devices (which may be embedded into your notebook) emit less energy than is allowed in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Gateway believes these devices are safe for use. Regardless of the power levels, care should be taken to minimize human contact during normal operation.

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If your notebook came

Warnin g

equipped with an

internal embedded

wireless device, do not

operate the wireless

device unless all covers

and shields are in

place and the

notebook is fully

assembled.

Measurements have been performed to show that the RF exposure is below w hat is considere d safe limits; however care should be taken to make sure the user or bystanders keep the transmitter away from their body when the wireless device is transmitting. The transmitting antenna installed in the top third of the lid should be used in a manner to maintain 20 cm (8 inches) from user’s or bystander’s bodies.

Caution

Wireless devices are

not user serviceable.

Do not modify them in

any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization

to use it. Please

contact Gateway for

service .

Caution

Only use drivers

approved for the

country in which the

device will be used. See

the Gateway System

Restoration Kit, or

contact Gateway

Customer Care for

additional

information.

The wireless devices installed in this system are intended to be used indoors. In some areas, use of these devices outdoors is prohibited.

Some circumstances require restrictions on wireless devices. Examples of common restrictions are listed to the left.

Important

Every country has

different restrictions

on the use of wireless

devices. Since your

notebook is equipped

with a wireless device,

when traveling

between countries

with your notebook,

check with the local

Radio Approval

authorities prior to any

move or trip for any

restrictions on the use

of a wireless device in

the destination

countr y.

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United States of America

Caution

Wireless devices are

not user-serviceable.

Do not modify them in

any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization

to use it. Contact

Gateway for service.

Caution

The transmitting

device embedded in

this notebook may not

be used with any

antenna other than

the one provided with

the notebook.

Caution

In order to comply with

FCC requirements this

transmitter must not

be operated (or

co-located) in

conjunction with any

other transmitter or

antenna installed in

the notebook.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15

Low power, Radio transmitter type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz band and/or

5.15 – 5.35 GHz band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. This section is only applicable if these devices are present. Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices.

Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in the United States of America if an FCC ID number is on the system label.

The FCC has set a general guideline of 20 cm (8 inches) separation between the device and the body, for use of a wireless device near the body (this does not include extremities). This device should be used more than 20 cm (8 inches) from the body when wireless devices are on. The power output of the wireless device (or devices), which may be embedded in your notebook, is well below the RF exposure limits as set by the FCC.

The wireless devices installed in this system are intended to be used indoors. In some areas, use of these devices outdoors is prohibited.

Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

■ Increase the separation between the

equipment and receiver

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on

a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

■ Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

Compliance Accessories: The accessories associated with this equipment are: shielded video cable when an external monitor is connected. These accessories are required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC rules.

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Caution

Changes or

modifications not

expressly approved by

Gateway could void the FCC compliance

and negate your

authority to operate

the notebook.

Recycle or dispose of

properly according to

federal, state and local

Caution

the used notebook

laws.

Warnin g California Proposition 65 Warning

FCC declaration of conformity

Responsible party:

Gateway Companies, Inc. 610 Gateway Drive, North Sioux City, SD 57049 (605) 232-2000 Fax: (605) 232-2023

Product:

■ Gateway M360

■ Gateway M365

■ Gateway 6000 series

■ Gateway MX6000 series

■ Gateway NX500 series

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or reproductive harm.

Mercury Warning

The lamp in this display contains mercury. Do not put in trash. Recycle or dispose as hazardous waste.

Telecommunications per Part 68 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) (applicable to products fitted with USA modems)

Your modem complies with Part 68 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. On the computer or modem card is a label that contains the FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this device. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

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A telephone line cord with a modular plug is required for use with this device. The modem is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack which is Part 68-compliant. See installation instructions for details.

The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine the number of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.

If this device causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. The telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of this equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

This equipment cannot be used on telephone company-provided coin service. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission or public service commission for information.

When programming or making test calls to emergency numbers:

■ Remain on the line and briefly explain to

the dispatcher the reason for the call.

■ Perform such activities in the off-peak

hours such as early morning or late evenings.

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The United States Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent, an identification of the business, other entity, or other individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. Refer to your fax communication software documentation for details on how to comply with the fax-branding requirement.

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Canada

Industry Canada (IC) Intentional emitter per RSS 210

Caution

To prevent radio

interference to

licensed service or

co-channel Mobile

Satellite systems, this

device is intended to

be operated indoors

and away from

windows to provide

maximum shielding.

Equipment (or its

transmit antenna)

that is installed

outdoors is subject to

Wireless devices are

not user-serviceable.

Do not modify them in

any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization

Gateway for service.

licensing.

Caution

to use it. Contact

Caution

The transmitting

device embedded in

this notebook may not

be used with any

antenna other than

provide with the

notebook.

Caution

The IEEE 802.11 or

Bluetooth radio your

notebook may have

been equipped with

operates in the same

frequency range as

high power radar,

which has priority use,

and may damage the

radio LAN if both are

present and being

used in the same area.

Low power, Radio transmitter type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz band and/or

Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in Canada if an Industry Canada ID number is on the system label.

As a general guideline, a separation of 20 cm (8 inches) between the wireless device and the body, for use of a wireless device near the body (this does not include extremities) is typical. This device should be used more than 20 cm (8 inches) from the body when wireless devices are on. The power output of the wireless device (or devices), which may be embedded in your notebook, is well below the RF exposure limits as set by Industry Canada.

Unintentional emitter per ICES-003

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.

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Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada.

Telecommunications per Industry Canada CS-03 (for products fitted with an IC-comp liant mode m)

The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users’ satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should make sure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the inside wiring associated with a single-line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Warnin g

To avoid electrical

shock or equipment

malfunction do not

attempt to make electrical ground

connections by

yourself. Contact the

inspection authority or

appropriate

an electrician, as

appropriate.

Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should make sure, for their own protection, that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

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The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

Japan

Japanese Modem Notice

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Laser safety statement

Warnin g

Use of controls or

adjustments or

performance of

procedures other than

those specified in this manual may result in

hazardous radiation

exposure. To prevent

exposure to laser

beams, do not try to

open the enclosure of

a CD or DVD drive.

All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard. Should the unit ever need servicing, contact an authorized service location.

EPA ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR

equipped with a Display Power Management System.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Gateway has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency when used with a computer

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Environmental information

The product you have purchased contains extracted natural resources that have been used in the manufacturing process. This product may contain substances known to be hazardous to the environment or to human health.

To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to maximize the use of our natural resources, Gateway provides the following information on how you can responsibly recycle or reuse most of the materials in your “end of life” product.

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (commonly known as WEEE) should never be disposed of in the municipal waste stream (residential garbage collection). The “Crossed-Out Waste Bin” label affixed to this product is your reminder to dispose of your “end of life” product properly.

Substances such as glass, plastics, and certain chemical compounds are highly recoverable, recyclable, and reusable. You can do your part for the environment by following these simple steps:

■ When your electrical or electronic

equipment is no longer useful to you, “take it back” to your local or regional waste collection administration for recycling.

■ In some cases, your “end of life” product

may be “traded in” for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Call Gateway to see if this program is available in your area.

■ If you need further assistance in recycling,

reusing, or trading in your “end of life” product, you may contact us at the Customer Care number listed in your product ’s user guide and we will be glad to help you with your effort.

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Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly.

With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of “end of life” products, and generally improve our quality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and are disposed of properly.

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Notices

This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway.

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes are made periodically. These changes are incorporated in newer publication editions. Gateway may improve and/or change products described in this publication at any time. Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com event will Gateway be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

. In no

In the interest of continued product development, Gateway reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any time, without notices or obligation.

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Trademark Acknowledgments

Gateway and the Black-and-White Spot Design are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. SpotShop, Spotshop.com, and Your:)Ware are trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Intel, Intel Inside logo, and Pentium are registered trademarks and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only, and may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Macrovision statement

If your notebook has a DVD drive and an analog TV Out port, the following paragraph applies:

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Index

AC adapter

connecting connector 9

accessories

purchasing

safety precautions 58 application key 20 arrow keys 20 audio

adjusting volume 24

back button 23

headphone jack 6

microphone jack 6

muting 24, 27

next button 24

pause button 23

play button 23

stop button 23

volume down button 24

volume up button 24

battery

bay

changing 33

charge indicator 6

charging 12

installing 33

latch 10

locating 10

purchasing 36

recalibrating 35

recharging 12

release latch 10

replacing 33 bays

battery 33

hard drive 10

memory 10, 39 BIOS Setup utility 35

Bluetooth 23 brightness

adjusting

brightness keys 24

cable lock 7 cable modem 15 Caps Lock indicator 18 cards

inserting memory card inserting PC Card 32 memory card slot 8 PC Card slot 8 removing memory card 31 removing PC Card 32 slots 30, 32 types of memory cards

supported carrying case 36 CD

inserting 30

CD drive

See DVD drive

cellular phone

memory cards Certificate of Authenticity 3 clicking 26 closing unresponsive program

connecting

AC adapter

dial-up modem 14

external keyboard 19

keyboard 19

to cable modem 15

to DSL modem 15

to Ethernet 15

to network 15 connections

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audio 6 broadband Internet 8, 15 cable modem 8, 15 dial-up modem 14 digital camera 8 digital video camera 8 DSL modem 8, 15 Ethernet 8, 15 external audio 6 external diskette drive 8 external speakers 6 Firewire 8 flash drive 8 headphone 6 i.Link 8 IEEE 1394 8 keyboard 8 microphone 6 modem 8, 14 monitor (VGA) 9 mouse 8 network 8, 15 power 9, 12 printer 8 scanner 8 speaker 6 S-Video (TV) out 7 USB 8 VGA 9 video camera 8

dial-up modem 14 digital camera

USB port

digital video camera

IEEE 1394 port directional keys 20 display

switching 22 double-clicking 26 dragging 27 drives

DVD 29, 42

DVD/CD-RW 7, 29 DVD±RW 7, 29 hard drive 10, 45 identifying drive types 29 multi-format DVD±RW 7,

replacing hard drive 45

types 29 DSL modem 15 DVD

drive

inserting 30 DVD drive

identifying

installing 42

locating 7

replacing 42

using 29 DVD/CD-RW drive

See DVD drive DVD±RW drive

See DVD drive

electrostatic discharge (ESD)

Ethernet

connecting 15

jack 8, 15 external monitor 9, 22 EZ Pad touchpad

See touchpad

fan 7 files

opening finding

specifications Firewire port 8 Fn key 21, 22 folders

opening function keys 20

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Gateway

model number serial number 3, 4 Support 4

hard drive

bay 10 indicator 19 installing 45

replacing 45 headphone jack 6 hot-swapping 32

i.Link port 8 IEEE 1394 port 8 indicators

See status indicators inkjet printer installing

battery

DVD drive 42

hard drive 45

keyboard 48

memory 39

PC Card 32

jacks

See connections

Kensington cable lock

lock slot 7 key combinations 22 keyboard

buttons

connecting 19

features 19

locating 11

replacing 48

USB port 8

3, 10

keys

application arrow 20 battery status 23 brightness 24 directional 20 Fn 21, 22 function 20 LCD brightness 24 LCD/CRT 22 navigation 20 numeric keypad 21 power status 23 Standby 22 Status 23 system 20 system key combinations

toggle display 22 Windows 21

label

model number labels 3 laser printer 36 latch

battery 10

LCD panel release 6 LCD panel

release latch

switching display 22 LCD/CRT system key 22 lock

Kensington cable

memory

bay

installing 39

purchasing 36

removing 39

replacing 39 memory card reader

locating

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memory card types

supported

using 30 microphone jack 6 Microsoft

Certificate of Authenticity

model number 3 modem

cable

connecting 14, 15

DSL 15

jack 8, 14 monitor

port mouse

USB port

moving

pointer

screen objects 27 MP3 player

memory cards 30 multimedia

adjusting volume 27

using DVD drive 29 muting sound 24, 27

navigation keys 20 network

8, 15

jack networking

turning off wireless

network

turning on wireless

network

Num Lock

status indicator

numeric keypad

status indicator

using 21

opening

files

folders 26 LCD panel 6 notebook 6 programs 26 shortcut menu 26

PC Card

adding 32 eject button 32 inserting 32 installing 32 removing 32 slot 32

PCMCIA card

See PC Card

PDA

memory cards

pointer

identifying

moving 26

power

AC adapter 12 battery 33, 35 button 11, 22 connector 9, 12 indicator 6, 16 source problems 13 Standby mode 16, 22 status box 23 status indicator 6 turning off notebook 16 turning on notebook 16

printer

inkjet

laser 36 USB port 8

programs

closing unresponsive 17 opening 26

RAM

See memory

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rebooting notebook 17

recalibrating battery 35

replacing

See installing

resetting notebook

restarting notebook 17

right-clicking 26

rocker switch 25

safety

general precautions static electricity 38

scanner

USB port 8

screen objects

getting information 26 moving 27 selecting 26

security features

Kensington cable lock serial number 3, 4 setting up

safety precautions shortcut menus

accessing

shortcuts

opening menu shutting down notebook 16, 17 SO-DIMM

See memory sound

adjusting

24, 27

controls 27

muting 24, 27 speakers

built-in

jack 6 specifications 4 Standby

mode

16, 22

system key 22 starting

notebook

programs 26 static electricity 38 status indicators

battery charge

Caps Lock 18

drive activity 19

hard drive 19

location 11

numeric keypad 18

Pad Lock 18

power 6

toggle on or off 22 Support

getting specifications 4 surge protector 13 Suspend 22 S-Video (TV) out

jack system identification label 3,

system keys

combinations

locating 20

technical support

Support television

TV out jack touchpad

buttons

clicking 26

double-clicking 26

dragging screen objects 27

locating 11

moving pointer 25, 26

moving screen objects 27

opening files, folders, and

opening shortcut menu 26

right-clicking 26

rocker switch 25

selecting screen objects 26 turning off

programs

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notebook 16, 17 wireless network 22, 28

turning on

notebook wireless network 22, 28

TV out (S-Video out) jack 7

upgrading 37 USB port 8

VGA port 9 video

S-Video out jack

volume

adjusting controls 27 muting 24, 27 system keys 24

24, 27

waking up notebook 16 Windows

key Product Key Code 3

wireless network

button turning off 28 turning on 28

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MAN BLADE PLATINUM HW REF R0 02/06

Gateway MP6954, MX6450 Quick Start Manual

Contents

About this reference

About this guide

About the User Guide

Gateway contact information

Gateway model and serial number

Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity

For more information

Checking Out Your Notebook

Identifying features

Front

Left

Right

Back

Bottom

Keyboard area

Protecting from power source problems

Connecting the dial-up modem

Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network

Starting your notebook

Waking up your notebook

T urning off your notebook

Restarting (rebooting) your notebook

Using the status indicators

Using the keyboard

Key types

System ke y combinat ions

Adjusting the volume

T urning your wireless radio on or off

Using the DVD drive

Identifying drive types

Inserting a CD or DVD

Using the memory card reader

Memory card types

Inserting a memory card

Using a memory card

Removing a memory card

Changing batteries

Recalibrating the battery

Ordering accessories

Upgrading Your Notebook

Preventing static electricity discharge

Adding or replacing memory

Replacing the DVD drive

Replacing the hard drive kit

Replacing the keyboard

Removing the keyboard

Installing the keyboard

Safety, Regulatory, and Legal

Important safety information

Setting up your system

Care during use

Replacement parts and accessories

Regulatory compliance statements

Wireless guidance

United States of America

FCC declaration of conformity

Responsible party:

Mercury Warning

Canada

Unintentional emitter per ICES-003

Telecommunications per Industry Canada CS-03 (for products fitted with an IC-comp liant mode m)

Japan

Japanese Modem Notice

Laser safety statement

EPA ENERGY STAR

Environmental information

Notices

All Rights Reserved

Trademark Acknowledgments

Macrovision statement

Index