Gateway MX3210, MX3220, MX3230 Quick Reference Guide
USER GUIDE
Gateway Notebook
Contents
Chapter 1: About this reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessing the online User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Gateway contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Gateway model and serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
For more information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Identifying features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Keyboard area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting the AC adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Protecting from power source problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the dial-up modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network . . . . . . . . 13
Starting your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Waking up your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Turning off your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Restarting (rebooting) your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Using the status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Key types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
System key combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the EZ Pad touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Turning your wireless radio on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using the DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Identifying drive types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Inserting a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Using the memory card reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Memory card types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Inserting a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Removing a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Adding and removing a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Changing batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Recalibrating the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Ordering accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Preventing static electricity discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Adding or replacing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Replacing the DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Replacing the hard drive kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Replacing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Removing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Installing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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CHAPTER 1
About this reference
•About this guide
• Accessing the online User Guide
• Gateway contact information
• Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
•For more information
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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 online User Guide.
Accessing the online User Guide
In addition to this guide, the online 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
To access the online User Guide:
■ Click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation.
Gateway contact information
Gateway model and serial number
The label shown in this section is for
informational purposes only. Label
information varies by model, features
Important
ordered, and location.
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:
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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.
For more information
For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway’s Support page at
support.gateway.com
Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed
specifications.
or the Web address shown on your notebook’s label. The
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
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CHAPTER 2
Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook
•Identifying features
• Connecting the AC adapter
• Connecting the dial-up modem
• Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet
network
• Starting your notebook
• Turning off your notebook
• Restarting (rebooting) your notebook
• Using the status indicators
•Using the keyboard
• Using the EZ Pad touchpad
•Adjusting the volume
• 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
Volume control
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Memory
card reader
LCD panel release latch
Component Icon Description
■
Volume control
Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack.
Headphone jack Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. The built-in
Memory card reader Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or
LCD panel release latch Slide to open the LCD panel.
Press the button to the right to increase the volume.
■
Press the button to the left to decrease the volume.
■
Press the button in to mute the volume.
speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged
into this jack.
cellular telephone into the memory card reader. For more information,
see “Using the memory card reader” on page 25. The memory card
reader supports Memory Stick
MultiMediaCard™, and Secure Digital™ cards.
®
, Memory Stick Pro®,
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Left
Identifying features
Modem jack
Ventilation fan
Monitor port
USB ports
PC Card slot
Component Icon Description
Modem jack Plug a modem cable into this jack. For more information, see “Connecting the
USB ports Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera,
Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components.
Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. For more information,
PC Card slot Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For more information, see “Adding and
dial-up modem” on page 12.
keyboard, or mouse) into these ports.
Warni ng: Do not work for long periods with the notebook resting on your lap.
If the air vents are blocked, the 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 the notebook.
Caution: Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are not
obstructed. Do not use the notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
see “Viewing the display on a projector or monitor” in the online User Guide.
removing a PC Card” on page 26.
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Right
Back
IEEE 1394 port
Power connector
DVD drive
Component Icon Description
IEEE 1394 port Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a digital
DVD drive Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information, see “Using the DVD
Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector.
camcorder) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port.
drive” on page 23. To determine the type of drive in the notebook, examine
the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in
“Identifying drive types” on page 23.
Ethernet jackKensington lock slot Power/battery charge indicator
Component Icon Description
Kensington™ lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock
to this slot.
■
Power/ battery charge
indicator
LED solid blue - notebook is on, and if the notebook is connected to AC power,
the battery is fully charged.
■
LED blinking blue - notebook is in Standby mode.
■
LED solid purple - battery is charging.
■
LED blinking purple - battery is charging and notebook is in Standby mode.
■
LED blinking red - battery charge is very low and has insufficient power to turn
on the notebook.
■
LED off - notebook is off.
Ethernet jack Plug an Ethernet net work cable into this jack. Plug the other end of the cable
into a cable modem, DSL modem, or an Ethernet network jack. For more
information, see “Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet
network” on page 13.
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Bottom
Identifying features
Battery
Battery
latch
System
label
Online Support:
Tech Support Phone:
Hours:
Model:
S/No:
Hard
drive
bay
Memory bay
Component Icon Description
Battery Provides power when the notebook is not plugged into AC power.
Battery lock Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries”
Memory bay Install a memory module into this bay. For more information, see “Adding
on page 27.
or replacing memory” on page 32.
Battery
lock
Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay. For more information, see “Replacing
the hard drive kit” on page 37.
System label Includes the product model number. For more information, see “Gateway
model and serial number” on page 2.
Battery latch Slide to release the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries”
on page 27.
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Keyboard area
Power button
Keyboard
Status indicators
To uc h pa d
Component Icon Description
Power button Press to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button for
Keyboard Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more
To uc h pa d Provides all the functionality of a mouse. For more information, see “Using the
Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects
Standby/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button
mode, see “Changing Power-Saving Settings” in the online User Guide.
information, see “Using the keyboard” on page 17.
EZ Pad touchpad” on page 20.
how the keyboard is used. For more information, see “Using the status indicators”
on page 16.
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Connecting the AC adapter
Connecting the AC adapter
Do not attempt to disassemble the AC
adapter. The AC adapter has no
user-replaceable or user-serviceable
parts inside. The AC adapter has
dangerous voltages that can cause
serious injury or death. Contact Gateway
about returning defective AC adapters.
Caution
Warnin g
Make sure that you use the AC adapter
that came with your notebook or one of
the same type purchased from Gateway.
Replace the power cord if it becomes
damaged. The replacement cord must be
of the same type and voltage rating as
the original cord or your notebook may
If the battery charge indicator does not
turn blue after three hours, contact
Gateway Customer Care at
be damaged.
Important
support.gateway.com
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
need to be recalibrated. For information
on recalibrating the battery, see
“Recalibrating the battery” on page 28.
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.
3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The power/battery charge indicator
turns on (see “Back” on page 8 for the location of the power/battery
charge indicator). If the power/battery charge battery charge indicator
does not turn on, complete the following steps until it turns on:
a Unplug the adapter from your notebook, then plug it back in.
b 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.
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Protecting from power source problems
High voltages can enter your notebook
through both the power cord and the
modem connection. To protect your
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 that has an
antenna/cable TV jack. During an
electrical storm, unplug both the surge
protector and the modem.
Warnin g
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.
Connecting the dial-up modem
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26
AWG or larger telecommunications line
Warnin g
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 left
side of your notebook.
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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
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 back
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
Do not work for long periods with the
notebook resting on your lap. If the air
vents are blocked, the notebook may
become hot enough to harm your skin.
Provide adequate space around your
notebook so air vents are not obstructed.
Do not use the notebook on a bed, sofa,
For more information about changing
the power button mode, see “Changing
Power-Saving Settings” in the online User
rug, or other similar surface.
Warnin g
Caution
Tips & Tricks
Guide.
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.
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
For more information about Standby
mode, see “Changing power modes” in
Tips & Tricks
the online 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
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,
Important
then release it.
To turn off your notebook:
1 Click Start, then click Turn Of f 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
Restarting (rebooting) your notebook
If your notebook does not turn off
immediately, complete the following
steps until the notebook turns off:
1. Press and hold the power button for
about five seconds, then release it.
2. Unplug the power cord and re move the
battery for more than 10 seconds.
Important
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
If none of the indicators are on, you may
need to press F
N+F1 to toggle the status
indicators on and off.
Important
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.
AC power
Wireless network
Num lock
Caps lock
Drive
Indicator Icon Description
AC power
Wireless network
(optional)
Caps lock
Num lock
Drive
■
LED on - AC power is connected.
■
LED off - AC power is not connected.
■
LED on - Wireless network is turned on.
■
LED off - Wireless network is turned off.
■
LED on - Caps lock is turned on.
■
LED off - Caps lock is turned off.
■
LED on - Numeric keypad is turned on.
■
LED off - Numeric keypad is turned off.
■
LED blinking - The hard drive or DVD drive is in use.
■
LED off - The hard drive or DVD drive is not in use.
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