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8512728.book Page i Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM Contents Chapter 1: About This Reference . . . . . . . . . . . 1 About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Accessing your online User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Gateway contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8512728.book Page ii Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM Contents Creating discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the memory card reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory card types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8512728.book Page iii Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Adding or replacing an expansion card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Replacing the system battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Replacing the system board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Chapter 6: Maintaining Your Computer . . . . . 83 Setting up a maintenance schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Caring for your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8512728.book Page iv Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM Contents Hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Media Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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512728.book Page 2 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 1: About This Reference About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your model of Gateway computer. Some illustrations in this guide may look different than your computer because hardware options and port locations may vary. For all other computer information, see your online User Guide. For more information For more information about your computer, visit Gateway’s Support page at www.
8512728.book Page 3 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Gateway contact information The label on the side of your computer contains information that identifies your computer model and serial number. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for assistance.
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8512728.book Page 6 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Front Optical disc drive Additional drive bay Memory card reader and USB port (optional) Power button/ power indicator Hard drive indicator IEEE 1394 ports USB ports Headphone jack Microphone jack Component Icon Description Optical disc drive Use this drive to listen to audio CDs, install games and programs, watch DVDs, and store large files onto recordable discs (depending on drive type).
8512728.book Page 7 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Component Icon Description Power button/power indicator Press this button to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button to operate in Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. The power indicator lights when the computer is turned on. Hard drive indicator Lights when the hard drive is active.
8512728.book Page 8 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Back Important Your computer’s hardware options and port locations may vary from this illustration.
8512728.book Page 9 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Component Icon Description Surround left/right jack (black) Plug your rear right and left speakers into this jack. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is installed. For more information, see “Configuring the audio jacks” on page 34.
8512728.book Page 10 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Computer Component Icon Description Headphone/analog speakers jack (green) -ORFront speakers jack This jack is user configurable for one of the following: ■ Headphone: Plug headphones or amplified speakers into this jack (Default). ■ Stereo out: Plug your front left and right speakers into this jack. This jack is disabled when an audio expansion card is installed.
8512728.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Video card ports S-Video out jack DVI ports If your computer came with high-end video cards installed (number and type may vary), you can connect multiple monitors for a multi-screen panel array, or you can enable the SLI connection between the two cards so that both cards work as a single card, delivering ultra-high frame rates for your single gaming monitor.
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8512728.book Page 14 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Working safely and comfortably Before using your computer, follow these general guidelines for setting up a safe and comfortable work area and avoiding discomfort and strain: • Keep hands and arms parallel to the floor. • Adjust the monitor so the screen is perpendicular to your line of sight, and the top of the screen is no higher than eye level. • Place your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest.
8512728.book Page 15 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Reducing eye strain Sunlight or bright indoor lighting should not reflect on the screen or shine directly into your eyes. • Position the computer desk and monitor so you can avoid glare on your screen and light shining directly into your eyes. Reduce glare by installing shades or curtains on windows and by installing a glare screen filter. • Use soft, indirect lighting in your work area. Do not use your computer in a dark room.
8512728.book Page 16 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Sitting at your computer • Avoid bending, arching, or angling your wrists. Make sure that they are in a relaxed position when you type. • Do not slouch forward or lean far back. Sit with your back • • straight so your knees, hips, and elbows form right angles when you work. Take breaks to stand and stretch your legs. Avoid twisting your torso or neck.
8512728.book Page 17 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Connecting to a broadband modem or network Important Your computer may be equipped with a built-in Ethernet (network) jack. For information about setting up a wired or wireless Ethernet network, see your online User Guide. You can connect your computer to a broadband (cable or DSL) modem or to a wired Ethernet network.
8512728.book Page 18 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Starting your computer To start your computer: 1 Connect the power, network, mouse, and keyboard cables to your computer according to the setup poster. 2 Press the power button on the front of your computer. If your computer does not turn on, check the power cable connections. Important Your computer has a built-in, variable-speed fan.
8512728.book Page 19 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Turning off your computer Warning When you turn off your computer, certain components in the power supply and system board remain energized. In order to remove all electrical power from your computer, unplug the power cord and modem cable from the wall outlets. We recommend disconnecting the power cord and modem cable when your computer will not be used for long periods.
8512728.book Page 20 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Restarting (rebooting) your computer If your computer does not respond to keyboard or mouse input, you may need to restart (reboot) your computer. To restart your computer: (Start), click the arrow next to the lock icon, then click Restart. Your computer turns off, then turns on again.
8512728.book Page 21 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Premium multimedia keyboard features The keyboard has several different types of keys and buttons. Your keyboard also has status indicators that show which keyboard feature is active.
8512728.book Page 22 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Feature Icon Description Indicators Show if your NUM LOCK, CAPS LOCK, or SCROLL LOCK keys are activated. Press the corresponding key to activate the function. Windows keys Press one of these keys to open the Windows Start menu. These keys can also be used in combination with other keys to open utilities like F (Find/Search), R (Run), and E (Computer).
8512728.book Page 23 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Feature Icon Description Sleep button Press this button to activate your computer’s Sleep (power-saving) mode. Function keys Press these keys to start program actions. Each program uses different function keys for different purposes. See the program documentation to find out more about the function key actions.
8512728.book Page 24 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using the mouse Scroll wheel Right button Left button The mouse is a device that controls the pointer movement on the screen. This illustration shows the standard mouse. As you move the mouse, the pointer (arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. You can use the left and right buttons on the mouse to select objects on the screen.
8512728.book Page 25 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com You can use the scroll wheel on the mouse to move through a document. This feature is not available in all programs. To... Do this... Move the pointer on the screen Move the mouse around. If you reach the edge of your mouse pad and need to move the mouse farther, lift the mouse and place it in the middle of the mouse pad, then continue moving the mouse. Select an object on the screen Position the pointer over the object.
8512728.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Using optical drives Features Your optical drive has the following basic components: Activity indicator (location varies) Manual eject hole (location varies) Eject button Loading an optical disc To insert an optical disc: 1 Press the eject button on the optical disc drive. Important When you place a single-sided disc in the tray, make sure that the label side is facing up.
8512728.book Page 27 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Identifying optical drive types Your computer may contain one of the following drive types. Look on the front of the drive for one or more of the following logos: If your optical drive has this logo... Your drive type is... Use your drive for... CD Installing programs, playing audio CDs, and accessing data. CD-RW Installing programs, playing audio CDs, accessing data, and creating CDs.
8512728.book Page 28 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started If your optical drive has this logo... Your drive type is... Use your drive for... DVD-RAM/-RW Installing programs, playing audio CDs, playing DVDs, accessing data, and recording video and data to CDs and DVD-RAM, DVD-R, or DVD-RW discs.
8512728.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Playing a DVD A Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) is similar to a standard CD but has greater data capacity. Because of this increased capacity, full-length movies, several albums of music, or several gigabytes of data can fit on a single disc. DVDs can be played on a DVD player or a DVD drive-equipped computer. For more information about playing DVDs, see your online User Guide.
8512728.book Page 30 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Creating discs Recording to optical discs You can use the disc burning program on your computer to copy tracks from a music CD to your hard drive, copy or create data discs, create music CDs, create video DVDs, and more. For more information about creating CDs and DVDs, see your online User Guide. Creating audio and video files You can create audio and music files, either from scratch or from music CDs.
8512728.book Page 31 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Memory card types The memory card reader supports several memory card types. To determine which types are supported by your card reader and the slots to use for each type of card, examine the face plate of the reader. Each slot is assigned a different drive letter (for example, the E: and F: drives) so data can be transferred from one memory card type to another.
8512728.book Page 32 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Adjusting the volume You can adjust volume using your speakers’ controls or the Windows volume controls. You can also adjust the volume of specific sound devices in your computer. To adjust the overall volume using hardware controls: • If you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the front of the speakers. -ORUse the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard.
8512728.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 4 To adjust device volume levels, click Mixer. The Volume Mixer dialog box opens, where you can click and drag sliders for individual devices. Tip Adjust the Windows Sounds slider to change system sounds volume independently of general volume (such as the volume used for music and game sounds). 5 Click × in the top-right corner of the window to close it.
8512728.book Page 34 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 3: Setting Up and Getting Started Configuring the audio jacks If the back of your computer has five audio jacks, they are universal jacks. This means that they can be used for more than one purpose. For example, the blue jack on the computer can be a stereo in jack or a stereo out jack. To use the audio jacks for something other than the default audio device, you need to configure the audio jacks.
8512728.book Page 35 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Installing a printer, scanner, or other device Important Before you install a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device, see the device documentation and installation instructions. Your computer has IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire®) ports and Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports. You use these ports to connect peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, and digital cameras to your computer.
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8512728.book Page 38 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 4: Advanced Hardware Setup Setting up dual video cards If your computer has two high-end graphics cards installed, you can enable the SLI connection between two cards so that both cards work as a single card, delivering ultra-high frame rates for a single gaming monitor. To set up the single-monitor SLI connection: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Opening the case” on page 49.
8512728.book Page 39 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 5 Right-click on the Windows desktop, then click NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel View Selection dialog box opens (this dialog box opens only the first time that you open the NVIDIA Control Panel). 6 Click Advanced Settings, then click OK. The NVIDIA Control Panel opens.
8512728.book Page 40 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 4: Advanced Hardware Setup 7 In the Select a Task list on the left side of the control panel, under 3D Settings, click Set SLI configuration. The Set SLI Configuration screen opens. 8 Click Enable SLI technology (recommended), then click Apply. If the Applications Shutdown Required message box opens, click Yes. A message appears on the screen notifying you that SLI is enabled.
8512728.book Page 41 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Setting up RAID About RAID RAID (Redundant Array of Inexpensive/ Independent Disks) lets your computer use multiple hard drives more efficiently. Your computer supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10. RAID 0 for performance RAID 0 lets your computer see multiple hard drives as a single drive.
8512728.book Page 42 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 4: Advanced Hardware Setup How it makes file storage cheaper Because RAID 0 lets your computer see multiple hard drives as a single drive, you can install several lower capacity (less expensive) drives and have the same single-drive storage simplicity and capacity as a larger, more expensive hard drive. Drawbacks Unfortunately, RAID 0 lets multiple drives behave as one in another way.
8512728.book Page 43 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Drawback RAID 1 treats the entire array as a single drive with the storage capacity of the smallest physical drive in the array. So if you have two drives (300 GB and 250 GB) in a RAID 1 array, your computer only recognizes a single drive with 250 GB total capacity. RAID 5 and 10 for both performance and security Understanding RAID 5 RAID 5 uses striping (at the file level) with on-the-fly error correction across all drives.
8512728.book Page 44 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 4: Advanced Hardware Setup In the following graphic, each letter represents a unique block of data, and each column represents a separate hard drive. RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 1 A C E A C E B D F B D F Drawback A RAID 5 array is treated as one drive with the capacity of all but one of the drives added together. RAID 10 treats the entire array as a single drive with twice the storage capacity of the smallest drive.
8512728.book Page 45 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Configuring RAID Creating a RAID volume Because RAID can be configured so many ways, this procedure covers only the basics. This procedure assumes that no RAID has been defined yet. To create a RAID volume: 1 Install additional hard drives as needed for your RAID plan. For instructions on installing hard drives, see “Adding or replacing a hard drive” on page 59. 2 Start (or restart) your computer, then press F9 during startup.
8512728.book Page 46 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 4: Advanced Hardware Setup Getting help For more information on RAID concepts, configuration, and maintenance, search for RAID FAQ information on the Gateway Technical Support Web site (www.gateway.
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8512728.book Page 48 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and modem and network cables before opening the case. To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the power supply.
8512728.book Page 49 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Opening the case Your computer case provides easy access to internal components. Removing the side panel Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your computer, then unplug the power cord and modem cable before opening the case. To remove the side panel: 1 Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 48.
8512728.book Page 50 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 6 Lift the cover release lever, then swing the side panel away from the computer.
8512728.book Page 51 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Removing the front bezel To remove the front bezel: • Push on the three spring tabs, grasp the right side of the front bezel, then pull the bezel out and away from the case.
8512728.book Page 52 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer Closing the case Replacing the front bezel To replace the front bezel: 1 Insert the tabs on the left side of the bezel into the slots in the left side of the computer. Tabs and slots 2 Swing the right side of the bezel in so the tabs on the right side of the bezel go into the slots on the right side of the computer. 3 Press the right side of the bezel firmly until it snaps into place.
8512728.book Page 53 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 2 Insert the bottom edge of the side panel into the inside bottom edge of the computer, then swing the side panel in toward the top of the computer to secure it into place. 3 Replace the side panel thumbscrew. 4 Reconnect the cables and power cord. Adding or replacing memory When you upgrade the computer memory, make sure that you install the correct type of memory module for your computer. Your computer uses DIMM memory.
Upgrading.fm Page 54 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:54 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 3 Find the memory module banks on your system board. DIMM 3 DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 0 4 If you are removing a DIMM from the memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module and remove it. - OR If you are adding a DIMM to an empty memory module bank, gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory module bank.
8512728.book Page 55 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 9 Turn on your computer. Windows starts and the Windows desktop appears. 10 Click (Start), right-click Computer, then click Properties. The amount of memory in your computer is displayed. Adding or replacing an optical disc drive To add or replace an optical disc drive: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Removing the side panel” on page 49.
8512728.book Page 56 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 4 Remove the drive thumbscrew from the optical drive. Drive thumbscrew 5 Slide the drive release latch toward the back of the computer to release the drive. 6 Slide the drive forward and out of the drive bay.
8512728.book Page 57 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 7 If you are replacing a drive, note any jumper settings on the old drive and set the jumpers on the new drive to be the same. If you are installing a new drive, follow the manufacturer’s instructions. 8 Slide the new drive into the drive bay, line up the thumbscrew hole on the drive bay with the screw hole on the drive, then slide the drive release latch toward the front of the computer to lock the drive into place.
8512728.book Page 58 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 4 Remove the thumbscrew holding the card reader in the drive bay. Thumbscrew 5 Slide the card reader out of the case. 6 Slide the new card reader into the bay from the front of the case, then slide the drive release latch forward to lock the drive into place. You do not need to replace the thumbscrew because it was originally installed for shipping purposes.
8512728.book Page 59 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Adding or replacing a hard drive To add or replace a hard drive: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Removing the side panel” on page 49. 2 Slide the drive slot’s release latch toward you to unlock it (or it may already be unlocked). 3 If you are adding a new drive, go to Step 6. - OR If you are replacing an existing drive, go to the next step.
8512728.book Page 60 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Remove the hard drive by sliding it out of the drive bay. 6 Slide the new drive into the drive bay, then secure it in the drive bay by sliding the drive release latch back. 7 If you are replacing a drive, reconnect the drive cables using your notes from Step 4. If you are installing a new drive, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for connecting it to the system board.
8512728.book Page 61 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 11 If you installed a new primary drive: • Format and partition the drive according to the manufacturer’s instructions. • Install Windows using the operating system DVD that came with your computer. For more information on restoring your system, see “Recovering your system” on page 122. Replacing the front fan To replace the front fan: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Removing the side panel” on page 49.
8512728.book Page 62 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 3 Disconnect the fan cable from the system board. The location of the fan connection may vary, so trace the fan cable from the fan to the system board. Front fan connector 4 Remove the fan mount by pressing in on the flat area (1) near the front, then rotating the fan mount (2) back. 2 1 5 Slide the old fan out of the fan mount.
8512728.book Page 63 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 6 Slide the new fan into the fan mount. Caution Be careful not to catch the wires connecting the power button to the system board when rotating the fan mount. A notch has been provided for routing these wires. 7 Insert the tabs on the rear of the fan mount into the slots provided, then rotate the mount into place. The mount should lock into place. 8 Reconnect the fan cable to the system board. 9 Replace the fan cover.
8512728.book Page 64 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer Replacing the rear fan Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the rear fan. To replace the rear fan: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Removing the side panel” on page 49. 2 Disconnect the fan cable from the system board. The location of the fan connection may vary, so trace the fan cable from the fan to the system board.
8512728.book Page 65 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 3 Remove the four screws that secure the fan to the inside back of the computer, then remove the fan from inside the computer. Note the orientation of the fan and install the new fan the same way. Screws 4 Insert the new fan into the computer and line it up with the screw holes on the back of the computer, then replace the screws that secure it to the back of the computer. 5 Reconnect the fan cable to the system board.
8512728.book Page 66 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer Replacing the power supply Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver and a Torx® or “star” driver (size T15) to replace the power supply. A slotted (flat) screwdriver can be used in place of the Torx driver, but it must be the 7/64" (3 mm) size, and you must be very careful while applying torque so that the screw head does not get stripped.
8512728.book Page 67 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 9 Reconnect the power supply cables using your notes from Step 2. 10 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in “Replacing the side panel” on page 52. Replacing the heat sink and processor Tools You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the heat sink. To replace the heat sink and processor: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Removing the side panel” on page 49.
8512728.book Page 68 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 4 Loosen the four screws that secure the heat sink to the system board, then remove the heat sink. (The screws cannot be completely removed.) Caution The heat sink has Thermal Interface Material (TIM) located on the bottom of it. Use caution when you remove the old heat sink or unpack the new heat sink so you do not damage the TIM.
8512728.book Page 69 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 6 Remove the processor from the system board. 7 Install the new processor onto the system board making sure that Pin 1 on the processor (indicated by the silk-screened arrow on the corner of the processor) aligns with Pin 1 on the processor socket (indicated by the absence of a pin hole in the processor socket), then return the lever to its locked position.
8512728.book Page 70 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 3 Remove the screw that secures the front I/O assembly to the computer, then remove the I/O assembly. Screw 4 Remove the screw that secures the front I/O panel board to the computer, then remove the I/O panel board by pushing it toward the back of the computer. Screw 5 Disconnect the cable from the old I/O panel board and connect it to the new I/O panel board.
8512728.book Page 71 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Adding or replacing an expansion card To add or replace an expansion card: 1 Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Removing the side panel” on page 49. Important Your computer hardware options and port locations may vary from the illustrations below. 2 Loosen the thumbscrew on the expansion card cover.
8512728.book Page 72 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 3 Open the expansion card cover. 4 For more stability, place your computer on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. 5 If you are replacing a card, disconnect any cables that are attached to the card, noting their locations and orientation. (You may have to reconnect the cables after you install the new card.
8512728.book Page 73 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 6 Remove the old expansion card (if necessary). You can slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to loosen it, but do not bend the card sideways. To remove a card (such as a video card) from the PCI Express slot, press the card release lever before trying to remove the card. Caution Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of the expansion card. Touching the contacts can cause electrostatic damage to the card.
8512728.book Page 74 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer Replacing the system battery Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local hazardous materials regulations. If the computer clock does not keep time or the settings in the BIOS Setup utility are not saved when you turn off your computer, replace the system battery.
8512728.book Page 75 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 8 Pry the battery out of the socket. Caution Make sure that you do not damage any nearby components while prying the battery out of its socket. 9 Make sure that the positive (+) side of the new battery is facing up, then press the battery into the socket until it snaps into place. 10 Return your computer to its upright position. 11 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in “Replacing the side panel” on page 52.
8512728.book Page 76 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 5 Remove the fan cover by holding cables out of the way and pulling the cover away from the computer. 6 Find the memory module banks on your system board. 7 Gently pull the plastic tabs away from the sides of the memory modules, then remove them. Caution The heat sink has thermal paste located on the bottom of it. Use caution when you remove the old heat sink so you do not damage the thermal paste.
8512728.book Page 77 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 8 Loosen the four screws that secure the heat sink to the system board, then remove the heat sink. (These screws cannot be completely removed.) Screws Screws 9 Disconnect the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.
8512728.book Page 78 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 10 Remove the seven system board screws. Screws Screws 11 Lift the system board up and out of the case. 12 Align the new system board on the standoffs and secure it into the computer case with the screws. 13 If your replacement system board does not include a processor, go to Step 14. -ORIf your replacement system board includes a processor, go to Step 17.
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8512728.book Page 80 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 5: Upgrading Your Computer 17 Connect the power and data cables using your notes from Step 9, or use the following graphic as a guide.. AUX power IDE Power Fan (rear) Front panel audio SATA 6 SATA 5 SATA 4 SATA 3 SATA 1 SATA 2 Fan (Front) Fan IEEE1394 Front USB IEEE1394 Card reader 18 Place the heat sink over the processor, then tighten the screws that secure it to the system board.
8512728.book Page 81 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 21 Reconnect the expansion card cables using your notes from Step 3. 22 Install the fan cover by following the directions in “Replacing the heat sink and processor” on page 67. 23 Return your computer to its upright position. 24 Replace the side panel by following the instructions in “Replacing the side panel” on page 52.
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8512728.book Page 84 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer Setting up a maintenance schedule Use the following table to set up a regular maintenance schedule.
8512728.book Page 85 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Caring for your computer To extend the life of your computer: • Be careful not to bump or drop your computer, and do not put any objects on top of it. The case, although strong, is not made to support extra weight. • When transporting your computer, we recommend that you put it in the original packaging materials. • Keep your computer away from magnetic fields. Magnetic fields can erase data on hard drives.
8512728.book Page 86 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning your computer Keeping your computer clean and the vents free from dust helps keep your computer performing at its best.
8512728.book Page 87 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Cleaning the keyboard You should occasionally clean the keyboard to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. To clean the keyboard: 1 Use an aerosol can of air with a narrow, straw-like extension to remove dust and lint trapped under the keys. 2 If you spill liquid on the keyboard, turn off your computer and turn the keyboard upside down. Let the liquid drain, then let the keyboard dry before trying to use it again.
8512728.book Page 88 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning optical discs Optical discs (CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs) get dirty from frequent handling. To clean an optical disc: 1 Wipe from the center to the edge, not around in a circle, using a product made especially for the purpose. Updating Windows Windows Update helps you keep your computer up-to-date. Use Windows Update to choose updates for your computer’s operating system, software, and hardware.
8512728.book Page 89 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Using BigFix BigFix may be installed on your computer. BigFix monitors your computer for problems and conflicts. It automatically gathers information about the latest bugs, security alerts, and updates from BigFix sites on the Internet. Whenever BigFix detects a problem, it alerts you by flashing the blue taskbar icon. To fix the problem, click on that icon to open BigFix.
8512728.book Page 90 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer Managing hard drive space Windows provides several utilities you can use to check hard drive space, delete unnecessary files, defragment files, and back up files. Checking hard drive space To check hard drive space: Shortcut Start Ö Computer Ö right-click drive Ö Properties 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. The Computer window opens.
8512728.book Page 91 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 2 Right-click the drive that you want to check for available file space, then click Properties. Drive space information appears. Deleting unnecessary files Delete unnecessary files, such as temporary files and files in the Recycle Bin, to free hard drive space.
8512728.book Page 92 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer 2 Click one of the options: • My files only cleans only the folders for the currently logged in user. • Files from all users on this computer cleans all folders. The Disk Cleanup Options dialog box opens. 3 Click to select the types of files you want to delete, then click OK. The types of files you indicated are deleted.
8512728.book Page 93 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 3 Click Check Now, then click Start. Your drive is checked for errors. This process may take several minutes. Important Error checking cannot scan a drive while the drive is being used, so if you try to check your hard drive for errors, you see a prompt asking you if you want to scan the hard drive later (the next time you restart your computer). If you see this prompt, click Schedule disc check.
8512728.book Page 94 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer To defragment the hard drive: 1 Disconnect your computer from the network. 2 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click Disk Defragmenter. The Disk Defragmenter dialog box opens. 3 Click Defragment now. This process may take hours to complete, depending on the size of the drive being defragmented.
8512728.book Page 95 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com To back up files: 1 Click (Start), then click Computer. The Computer window opens. 2 Right-click the drive that you want to back up, click Properties, then click the Tools tab. 3 Click Backup Now, then click Run a file backup now. 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to select a backup storage location and the files and folders to back up. Help For more information about backing up files, click Start, then click Help and Support.
8512728.book Page 96 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer Scheduling maintenance tasks Task Scheduler lets you schedule maintenance tasks such as running Disk Defragmenter and checking your drives for errors. Important Your computer must be on during scheduled tasks. If your computer is off, scheduled tasks will not run. To start the Task Scheduler: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, then click Task Scheduler.
8512728.book Page 97 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Moving from your old computer Transferring files and settings automatically You can move your files, folders, software settings, and user account settings (such as display, Internet, and e-mail settings) from your old computer to your new one using Windows Easy Transfer, providing your old computer uses Windows XP or Windows Vista. While using Windows Easy Transfer, you will not be able to run other tasks on the computers.
8512728.book Page 98 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 6: Maintaining Your Computer Transferring files and settings manually You can manually transfer your personal data files by copying them to removable media, such as a writable disc, an external hard drive, a network location, or a flash drive. Finding your documents Many programs save your personal data files in the Documents or My Documents folder. Look in your old computer’s documents folder for personal data files.
8512728.book Page 99 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Finding other files Use Windows Find or Search to locate other personal data files. For more information, see your online User Guide. You can often identify different data file types by looking at the file’s extension (the part of the file name following the last period). For example, a document file might have a .DOC extension and a spreadsheet file might have an .XLS extension. File type File usually ends in... Documents .
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8512728.book Page 102 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your computer, follow these safety guidelines: Warning Never open your computer case while your computer is turned on and while the modem cable, network cable, and power cord are connected. Warning Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal components.
8512728.book Page 103 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Troubleshooting Troubleshooting topics are listed in alphabetical order. Add-in cards See “Expansion cards” on page 106. Audio See “Sound” on page 121. CD or DVD drives The computer does not recognize a disc or the CD or DVD drive • Make sure that the disc label is facing up, then try again. • Try a different disc. Occasionally, discs are flawed or become scratched and cannot be read by the CD or DVD drive.
8512728.book Page 104 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting An audio CD does not produce sound • Make sure that the disc label is facing up, then try again. • Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be able to play these CDs on your computer. • Make sure that the volume controls are turned up. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume” on page 32. • Make sure that the mute controls are turned off.
8512728.book Page 105 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Display See “Monitor” on page 117. DVD drives • See “CD or DVD drives” on page 103. Ethernet You cannot see the other computers on your network • Make sure that your Ethernet cable is plugged into the Ethernet jack on your computer. Make sure that the other end is plugged into a network router, switch, hub, or other network device. • Make sure that all computers are plugged into a powered electrical outlet and turned on.
8512728.book Page 106 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting The computer does not recognize an Ethernet expansion card • Shut down and restart your computer. • Make sure that you have installed the required software. For more information, see the documentation that came with your Ethernet card. • Reseat the card. For more information about opening your computer case, see “Opening the case” on page 49.
8512728.book Page 107 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 2 Right-click the file you want to restore, then click Restore. The file is restored to the place where it was originally deleted from. If the Recycle Bin was emptied before you try to restore a file, the file cannot be restored. You need to restore your computer to a working condition • See “Restoring your computer” on page 122.
8512728.book Page 108 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting You see a “Non-system disk” or “disk error” error message • Eject the diskette from the diskette drive, then press ENTER. Internet See also “Modem (dial-up)” on page 114. You cannot connect to the Internet • If you are using a dial-up modem, make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack and not the Ethernet network jack. See your setup poster to make sure that the connections have been made correctly.
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8512728.book Page 110 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting Liquid spilled in the keyboard • If you spilled liquid in the keyboard, turn off your computer and unplug the keyboard. Clean the keyboard and turn it upside down to drain it. Let the keyboard dry before using it again. If the keyboard does not work after it dries, you may need to replace it. Media Center This section only covers problems relating to Media Center mode.
8512728.book Page 111 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com • Type of connection used—You can connect the computer video output to a TV. However, the connection type has an affect on the video quality. Media Center has two video outputs: • VGA—If your TV includes a VGA port, connect the VGA cable from the computer’s VGA (monitor) port to the TV’s VGA In port for the best quality. Many TVs do not have a VGA port.
8512728.book Page 112 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting • Type of TV (interlaced or progressive scan) Many CRT (tube) TVs use interlaced video. Interlaced video displays a video frame with two passes of alternating scan lines. The TV screen first displays the video image odd lines one at a time, sequentially from top to bottom, then it fills in the other half of the video image with the even lines.
8512728.book Page 113 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com You want to play recorded programs on other computers • A DVR-MS file recorded to DVD can be replayed on another computer running Media Center or on any computer that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD). The non-Media Center computer must also have at least Windows XP with Service Pack (SP) 1 or 2, Windows Media Player 9 or later, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update.
8512728.book Page 114 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting Modem (cable or DSL) My computer cannot connect to the Internet. • Make sure that your modem is connected to the network jack. Tip For the location of your network jack, see your setup poster or “Back” on page 8. • See the documentation that came with your modem for additional troubleshooting information. Modem (dial-up) See also “Internet” on page 108.
8512728.book Page 115 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 4 Click the Dialing Rules tab, click the location from which you are dialing, then click Edit. 5 Make sure that all settings are correct. Help For more information about dialing properties, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword dialing in the Search Help box, then press ENTER. • Disconnect any answering machine, fax machine, or • • printer that is on the same line as the modem.
8512728.book Page 116 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting Your 56K modem does not connect at 56K Current FCC regulations restrict actual data transfer rates over public telephone lines to 53K. Other factors, such as line noise, telephone service provider equipment, or ISP limitations, may lower the speed even further. If your computer has a v.90 modem, the speed at which you can upload (send) data is limited to 33.6K. If your computer has a v.
8512728.book Page 117 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 6 Click the Diagnostic tab, then click Query Modem. If information about the modem appears, the modem passed diagnostics. If no modem information is available, a white screen appears with no data, or if you get an error such as port already open or the modem has failed to respond, the modem did not pass diagnostics. Help For more information about modem troubleshooting, click Start, then click Help and Support.
8512728.book Page 118 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting The computer is running, but there is no picture • Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the center position. • Check the cable for bent or damaged pins. • Make sure that the monitor is plugged in and turned on. If the monitor is turned on, the power LED should be lit. • Make sure that the video cable is connected to the video port on your computer.
8512728.book Page 119 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com The mouse works erratically • If the mouse pointer begins moving erratically across the computer screen or becomes difficult to control precisely, cleaning the mouse will likely improve its accuracy. • Clean the mouse by wiping the bottom with a clean, damp cloth. Make sure that the optical sensor is clean and free of debris. • The mouse pad may have a printed or fabric pattern on it that interferes with your mouse.
8512728.book Page 120 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting Printer The printer will not turn on • Make sure that the printer is online. Many printers have an online/offline button that you may need to press. • Make sure that the power cable is plugged into an AC power source. The printer is on but will not print • Check the cable between the printer and your computer. Make sure that it is connected to the correct type of port. • Make sure that the printer is online.
8512728.book Page 121 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 3 Right-click the printer you want to use. If the menu shows a check mark next to Use Printer Offline, click Use Printer Offline to clear the check mark. • Wait until files have been printed before sending • additional files to the printer. If you print large files or many files at one time, you may want to add additional memory to the printer. See the printer documentation for instructions for adding additional memory.
8512728.book Page 122 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting Restoring your computer Recovering your system You can solve most computer problems by following the information in this chapter or in the technical support pages at www.gateway.com. Problem solving may also involve re-installing some or all of the computer’s software (also called recovering or restoring your system). Gateway provides everything you need to recover your system under most conditions.
8512728.book Page 123 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com • To re-install Windows using the Windows DVD, see • “Recovering your system using the Windows DVD” on page 132. To re-install your pre-installed software and device drivers using recovery discs, see “Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs” on page 127.
8512728.book Page 124 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting You should create a set of discs for recovering your pre-installed software and device drivers, in case you need to use them later for a complete system recovery. (Your computer must have a recordable disc drive to perform this procedure.) To create discs for recovering pre-installed software and drivers: 1 Click (Start), All Programs, Gateway Recovery Center, then click Gateway Recovery Center.
8512728.book Page 125 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 5 If you have enough blank discs of the specified type, click I have enough discs, then click Next. If you do not have enough discs, choose a different disc type, or click Cancel. The disc recording begins. Label the discs as they are completed. Important Use a permanent marker to label each disc “Software and Driver Recovery,” along with a short description of which computer the discs are for.
8512728.book Page 126 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting 2 To recover software that was pre-installed, click Programs, then click Application recovery. - OR To recover device drivers that were pre-installed, click Hardware, then click Device driver recovery. 3 Click the software or driver you want to recover, then click Next.
8512728.book Page 127 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs If you created a multiple-disc set of recovery discs, each disc contains a unique set of software and drivers. If a recovery disc does not offer the software or driver you need to recover, try another disc. To recover software and drivers using recovery discs: 1 Insert a software and driver recovery disc into a CD or DVD drive.
8512728.book Page 128 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting To recover pre-installed device drivers, click Device driver recovery, then click the type of driver you want to recover. 3 Click Next. 4 If the software or driver is not shown on the list and you have a multiple-disc set of recovery discs, close Gateway Recovery Center and try another disc.
8512728.book Page 129 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com To restore using Microsoft System Restore: 1 Click (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. The Backup and Restore Center opens. 2 On the left side of the window, click Repair Windows using System Restore, then click Next. The Choose a restore point dialog box opens. 3 Click the restore point you want, click Next, then click Finish. A confirmation message box appears. 4 Click Yes.
8512728.book Page 130 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting Manually creating a restore point To manually create a restore point: (Start), Control Panel, System and Maintenance, then click Backup and Restore Center. The Backup and Restore Center opens. 1 Click 2 On the left side of the window, click Create a restore point or change settings, then click Next. The System Properties dialog box opens to the System Protection tab. 3 Click Create.
8512728.book Page 131 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Recovering your system to its factory condition If your computer’s problems are not solved by any of the other recovery options, you may need to recover its hard drive to its factory condition. This process is called a factory recovery. Caution A complete factory recovery deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and any pre-installed software and device drivers.
8512728.book Page 132 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting 8 To perform a recovery with data backup (recommended), click Recovery with automatic data backup, then click Next. Important Before your hard drive is recovered, your personal files will be automatically backed up to c:\backup. - OR To perform a full factory recovery without data backup, click Full factory recovery, then click Next.
8512728.book Page 133 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 3 When the prompt “Press any key to boot from CD or DVD” appears, press any key on your keyboard. A list of valid boot devices appears. 4 Press the arrow keys to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press ENTER and follow the on-screen instructions. 5 After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to recover your computer’s pre-installed software and device drivers.
8512728.book Page 134 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM CHAPTER 7: Troubleshooting • See the troubleshooting section of this chapter. Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your computer problem if: • Power cords or plugs are damaged • Liquid has been spilled into your computer • Your computer was dropped • The case was damaged Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified computer technician.
8512728.book Page 135 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Self-help If you have how-to questions about using your Gateway-supplied hardware or software, see the following resources: • The printed or online documentation that came with your hardware or software. In many cases, additional product information and online documentation for Gateway-supplied hardware can be found in our Web site's Documentation Library. • This Reference Guide and your online User Guide.
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8512728.book Page 138 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM APPENDIX A: Legal Notices Important safety information Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your Gateway system. Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed.
8512728.book Page 139 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com • • • • • • • • • • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking near your system. Some products 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.
8512728.book Page 140 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM APPENDIX A: Legal Notices FCC declaration of conformity Responsible party: Gateway, Inc. 7565 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: 800-846-2000 Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
8512728.book Page 141 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Canada Industry Canada (IC) 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.
8512728.book Page 142 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM APPENDIX A: Legal Notices Television antenna connectors protection (for systems fitted with TV/cable TV tuner cards) External television antenna grounding Important The instructions are for the person who installs cable to the system. Gateway assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in recognizing hazards in products with electric shock.
8512728.book Page 143 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com Power lines Warning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits. Contact with them could be fatal. Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it could fall into such power lines or circuits.
8512728.book Page 144 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM APPENDIX A: Legal Notices 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.
8512728.book Page 145 Wednesday, September 19, 2007 3:44 PM www.gateway.com 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. 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.
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