Quick Reference Guide

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Consider removing the battery from your notebook when
running on fixed power. However, remember that when you
have removed the battery from your notebook while using it
with an electrical outlet, the automatic battery charger no
longer keeps the battery charged.
Cleaning CDs or DVDs
Wipe from the center to the edge, not around in a circle, using
a product made especially for the purpose.
Recovering your system
You can solve most computer problems by following the
information in “Troubleshooting” on page 111 or in the
technical support pages at www.gateway.com
. Problem
solving may also involve reinstalling 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.
Caution
When the battery is in the notebook and the notebook is running on AC
power, the battery constantly charges, even though it has a full charge. This
reduces the life of the battery. If the battery is fully charged and you want to run
on AC power, remove the battery.
Caution
To prepare your computer for additional system recovery options, you
should create a set of recovery discs as soon as possible. Recovery discs take some
time to create, but for long-term reliability, the effort is worth it. For instructions,
see “Creating recovery discs” on page 93.