Owner's Manual

CHAPTER 13: Traveling with Your Notebook www.gateway.com
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Additional tips
■ If you plan to use several USB peripheral devices, take a portable USB hub
to provide additional USB ports.
■ Take a network cable if you need to connect to a network. Some hotels
provide Internet connectivity only through their networks.
■ If your notebook has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow it to warm
to room temperature before turning it on.
■ Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when traveling
internationally.
■ Consult your insurance company and credit card company to learn about
emergency travel assistance if your notebook is lost or damaged.
■ Take your recovery discs (see “Drivers and applications recovery” on
page 26) in case you need to install an additional driver or software.