Contents
Getting Help
Gateway Web site
Using Support
Support Home
Product Support
Downloads
Customer Service
Upgrade Center
Resources
Contact Us
Help and Support
Searching for a topic
BigFix
Using Your Computer guide
Online help
Gateway contact information
Checking Out Your GatewayNotebook
Front
Left
Right
Back
Bottom
Keyboard area
Identifying your model
Gateway model and serial number
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
Finding your specifications
Accessories
Getting Started
Installing the battery
Connecting the ACadapter
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
Turning off your notebook
Restarting (rebooting) your notebook
Status indicators
Using the keyboard
Key types
System key combinations
Using the EZPad touchpad
Using the optional EZPoint pointing device
Replacing the EZ Point pointing device cap
Turning the touchpad or pointing device on or off
Adjusting the volume
Turning your wireless radio on or off
Using Drives and Ports
Changing modules
Using the DVD drive
Identifying drive types
Inserting a CD or DVD
Playing a CD
Playing a DVD
Creating CDs and DVDs
Using the memory card reader
Memory card types
Inserting a memory card
Using a memory card
Removing a memory card
Adding and removing a PCCard
Viewing the display on a projector or monitor
Viewing the display on a television
Modifying television settings
Connecting a video camera to your notebook
Managing Power
Monitoring the battery charge
Recharging the batteries
Recalibrating the batteries
Changing batteries
Replacing the main battery
Installing a secondary battery
Extending battery life
Conserving battery power
Using alternate power sources
Changing power modes
Using power saving modes
Upgrading Your Notebook
Preventing static electricity discharge
Adding or replacing memory
Replacing the hard drive kit
Using the Optional Port Replicator
Front
Back
Connecting to the port replicator
Attaching to the port replicator
Disconnecting from the port replicator
Securing your port replicator
Maintaining Your Notebook
Caring for your notebook
Cleaning your notebook
Cleaning the exterior
Cleaning the keyboard
Cleaning the notebook screen
Cleaning CDs or DVDs
Protecting your notebook from viruses
Updating Windows
Restoring your system
Microsoft System Restore
Reinstalling programs and drivers
Restoring your notebook to the original configuration
Troubleshooting
Safety guidelines
First steps
Troubleshooting
Audio
Battery
CD drives
Device installation
Diskette drive
Display
DVD drives
File management
Hard drive
Internet
Keyboard
Memory
Memory card reader
Modem (cable or DSL)
Modem (dial-up)
Mouse
Networks
Passwords
PCCards
Pointing device
Power
Printer
Sound
Touchpad or pointing device
Video
Telephone support
Before calling Gateway Customer Care
Telephone numbers
Automated troubleshooting system
Telephone numbers
Self-help
Tutoring
Training
Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
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