HARDWARE REFERENCE Gateway Notebook
Contents Chapter 1: About this reference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accessing the online User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gateway contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Ordering accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Preventing static electricity discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHAPTER 1 About this reference • About this guide • Accessing the online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information 1
CHAPTER 1: About this reference www.gateway.com 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.
www.gateway.com Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 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 www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your notebook’s label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications.
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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 CD or DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Inserting and removing an E
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Identifying features Front LCD panel release latch Power Battery charge indicator indicator Speaker Microphone Headphone jack jack Component Icon Description LCD panel release latch Press to open the LCD panel. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack. Headphone jack Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack.
www.gateway.com Identifying features Left Ventilation fan Component Icon USB ports Memory card reader Express Card slot Description Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components. Warning: 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.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Right CD or DVD drive Ethernet jack Component Icon Modem jack Monitor port Description CD or DVD drive Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information, see “Using the CD or DVD drive” on page 24. To determine the type of drive in your notebook, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types” on page 24. Ethernet jack Plug an Ethernet network cable into this jack.
www.gateway.com Identifying features Bottom Hard drive bay Memory bay Customer care/ system label Battery latch Battery lock Battery Component Description Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay. For more information, see “Replacing the hard drive kit” on page 39. Customer care/system label Includes the product model number and Customer Care contact information. For more information, see “Gateway model and serial number” on page 2 and “Gateway contact information” on page 2.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Keyboard area Power button Keyboard Status indicators Component 10 Icon Touchpad Description Power button Press to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button for Standby/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see “Changing Power-Saving Settings” in the online User Guide. Touchpad Provides all the functionality of a mouse.
www.gateway.com Connecting the AC adapter Connecting the AC adapter Warning 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 You can run your notebook using an AC adapter or your notebook’s battery. The battery was shipped to you partially charged.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Protecting from power source problems Warning 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.
www.gateway.com 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 right side of your notebook.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Starting your notebook Warning 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. 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. Caution Provide adequate space around your notebook so air vents are not obstructed.
www.gateway.com Restarting (rebooting) your notebook Restarting (rebooting) your notebook Important 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 remove the battery for more than 10 seconds. If your notebook does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to close programs that are not responding.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Important Status indicators vary by model and features ordered. Important Status indicators for select models 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. If none of the indicators are on, you may need to press FN+F1 to toggle the status indicators on.
www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Status indicators for select models Wireless network Hard drive Caps lock Num lock Indicator Icon Wireless network (optional) Description ■ ■ Caps lock ■ A Num lock Scroll lock ■ ■ 1 ■ ■ ■ Hard drive Scroll lock ■ ■ LED on - wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is turned on. LED off - wireless IEEE 802.11 radio is turned off. LED on - caps lock is turned on. LED off - caps lock is turned off. LED on - numeric keypad is turned on.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Tips & Tricks You can attach an external keyboard to your notebook using a USB port. You do not need to shut down the notebook to connect a USB keyboard. Your notebook features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard.
www.gateway.com Using the keyboard System key combinations When you press the FN key and a system key at the same time, your notebook performs the action identified by the text or icon on the key. Press and hold FN, then press this system key... To... Toggle the status indicators on or off. For more information, see “Using the status indicators” on page 16. Turn the optional wireless network on or off. For more information, see “Wireless Networking” in your online User Guide.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Press and hold FN, then press this system key... www.gateway.com To... Increase the brightness of the display. Decrease the brightness of the display. Mute the sound. Press the key combination again to restore the sound. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume” on page 23. Increase volume. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume” on page 23. Decrease volume. For more information, see “Adjusting the volume” on page 23.
www.gateway.com Using the EZ Pad touchpad Using the EZ Pad touchpad Tips & Tricks The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad, two buttons, and a scroll zone. For instructions on how to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, right-hand or left-hand configuration, and other touchpad settings, see “Changing the mouse or touchpad settings” in the online User Guide. Tips & Tricks You received your notebook with the EZ Pad touchpad set to only accept clicking by using the touchpad buttons.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook To... 22 www.gateway.com Do this... Move the pointer on the screen. Move your finger around on the touchpad. If you run out of space and need to move the pointer farther, lift your finger, move it to the middle of the touchpad, then continue moving your finger. Select an object on the screen. Position the pointer over the object. Quickly press and release the left button once. This action is called clicking. Start a program or open a file or folder.
www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume Adjusting the volume Tips & Tricks You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of your notebook. For instructions on how to adjust the volume in Windows, see “Adjusting the Volume” in the online User Guide. To adjust the overall volume level 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.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using the CD or DVD drive You can use your notebook to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features. Identifying drive types Your Gateway notebook 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 drive has this logo... ROM/R/RW 24 This is your drive type... Use your drive for... CD drive Installing programs, playing audio CDs, and accessing data.
www.gateway.com Using the memory card reader Inserting a CD or DVD [ Eject button Manual eject hole To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on the CD or DVD drive. After the tray opens slightly, pull the disc tray completely open. Important When you place a single-sided disc in the tray, make sure that the label side is facing up. If the disc has two playable sides, place the disc so the name of the side you want to play is facing up.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using a memory card To access a file on a memory card: 1 Click Start, then click My Computer. 2 Double-click the drive letter (for example, the E: drive), then double-click the file name. Removing a memory card Important Do not use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to remove the memory card. If you use the remove hardware icon, your notebook may not recognize your memory card reader until you restart your notebook.
www.gateway.com Inserting and removing an Express Card Inserting and removing an Express Card Your notebook has a Express Card slot. This slot accepts one Type 54 Express Card. You do not need to restart your notebook when changing most cards because your notebook supports hot-swapping. Hot-swapping means that you can insert an Express Card while your notebook is running. If your Express Card does not work after hot-swapping, see the Express Card manufacturer’s documentation for further information.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Installing a printer, scanner, digital camera, or other peripheral device Important Before you install a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device, see the device documentation and installation instructions. Tips & Tricks For the location of these ports on your notebook, see “Left” on page 7. Your notebook has three Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports.
www.gateway.com Viewing the display on a projector or monitor 6 Click the Settings tab. One of the following screens opens. 7 Right-click the second monitor icon (labeled 2), then click Attached. 8 Click Apply. 9 Adjust properties such as Screen Resolution or Color Quality if necessary. 10 Click OK.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Changing batteries Replacing the battery Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Gateway notebook. Discard used batteries according to local hazardous material regulations. The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Dispose of used battery promptly.
www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery Recalibrating the battery If your notebook unexpectedly goes into Standby mode while you are using it but the battery charge is not low, you may need to recalibrate your battery. You should also recalibrate the battery periodically to maintain the accuracy of the battery gauge. To recalibrate the battery: 1 Close all open files and programs. 2 Connect your notebook to AC power and let the battery charge completely.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at www.gateway.com. Batteries If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so you can swap batteries when necessary. See “Changing batteries” on page 30 for more information about using an additional battery.
CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory modules • Replacing the CD or DVD drive • Replacing the hard drive kit • Replacing the keyboard 33
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com Preventing static electricity discharge Warning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and remove the battery before opening the case. Warning To prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the notebook.
www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory modules 5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 30. 6 Loosen the memory bay cover screw (this screw cannot be removed). Screw 7 Lift the memory bay cover, then remove it. Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the end of the cover opposite of the screw.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 8 If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. Clip Clip 9 Pull the memory module out of the slot. 10 Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it into the empty memory slot. This module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction.
www.gateway.com Replacing the CD or DVD drive Replacing the CD or DVD drive If your CD or DVD drive becomes damaged, you can replace it with a similar drive obtained from Gateway. Important Replace the CD or DVD drive only with a similar drive provided by Gateway. Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the CD or DVD drive. To replace the CD or DVD drive: 1 Make sure that the CD or DVD drive is empty.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 9 Insert a straightened paper clip into the CD or DVD drive’s manual eject hole, push in the paper clip to eject the drive tray, then pull the drive tray open. 10 Carefully slide the drive out of the drive bay. 11 Slide the new CD or DVD drive into the drive bay. Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay. 12 Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up. 13 Secure the CD or DVD drive with the screw removed in Step 7.
www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit Replacing the hard drive kit Tools Required You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the hard drive kit. If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. Hard drive bay To replace the hard drive kit: 1 Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc. For more information, see “Creating Drivers and Applications Recovery discs” in the online User Guide.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 9 Remove the two hard drive screws, then slide the old hard drive out of the notebook. Screw Screw 10 If the replacement drive already has the hard drive bracket attached, go to Step 15. -ORIf you need to transfer the hard drive bracket from the old hard drive to the new hard drive, go to Step 11. 11 Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive bracket.
www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit 12 Remove the bracket from the old drive. 13 Place the new drive, label side up, onto the bracket so the screw holes line up. 14 Replace the screws that secure the bracket to the drive. 15 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the screws that secure the hard drive kit to the notebook. 16 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 17 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable 18 Turn on your notebook.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard Important Replace the keyboard only with a similar keyboard provided by Gateway. If your keyboard becomes damaged, you can replace it with a similar keyboard obtained from Gateway. Tools Required You need a small Phillips and a small flat-blade screwdriver to replace the keyboard. Removing the keyboard To remove the keyboard: 1 Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 34.
www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard 9 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver or non-marring tool under both the right and left hinge cover and gently pry it up. 10 Pull the old cover off the notebook. You will hear small snapping sounds as the cover comes away from the notebook. 11 Gently lift the back edge of the keyboard.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 12 With the back edge of the keyboard raised, carefully push it toward the LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel. 13 Rotate the keyboard toward you so it lies keys-down on top of your notebook. 14 Slide the brown connector clip to the back of the notebook, then remove the cable. Be careful not to touch or damage any other components.
www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard: 1 Place the new keyboard keys-down on your notebook with the space bar away from you. Important The keyboard cable is correctly oriented if the cable is not twisted 2 Make sure the brown keyboard connector clip is slid to the back of the notebook, insert the cable into the connector, then slide the brown connector clip forward to lock the connectors in place.
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Appendix A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information • Important safety information • Regulatory compliance statements • Environmental information • Notices 47
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com Important safety information Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your Gateway system. Your Gateway notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this notebook, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the notebook and in the documentation are followed.
www.gateway.com ■ Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: ■ The power cord or plug is damaged. ■ Liquid has been spilled into the notebook. ■ The notebook does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed. ■ The notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged. ■ The notebook performance changes. Replacement parts and accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com Regulatory compliance statements Wireless guidance Warning Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. 802.11b (also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi) and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication.
www.gateway.com United States of America Caution Wireless devices are not user-serviceable. Do not modify them in any way. Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it. Contact Gateway for service. Caution The transmitting device embedded in this notebook may not be used with any antenna other than the one provided with the notebook.
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your authority to operate the notebook. Caution Recycle or dispose of the used notebook properly according to federal, state and local laws. Warning www.gateway.com FCC declaration of conformity Responsible party: Gateway Companies, Inc.
www.gateway.com When programming or making test calls to emergency numbers: ■ ■ Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call. Perform such activities in the off-peak hours such as early morning or late evenings.
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com Telecommunications per Industry Canada CS-03 (for products fitted with an IC-compliant modem) The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users’ satisfaction.
www.gateway.com Laser safety statement Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent exposure to laser beams, do not try to open the enclosure of a CD or DVD drive. All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825.
Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information www.gateway.com 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.
www.gateway.com Notices Copyright © 2006 Gateway, Inc. All Rights Reserved 7565 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway. The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes are made periodically.
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Index A AC adapter connecting 11 connector 8 accessories purchasing 32 safety precautions 49 application key 18 arrow keys 18 audio adjusting volume 20, 23 back button 19 headphone jack 6 microphone jack 6 muting 20, 23 next button 19 pause button 19 play button 19 stop button 19 volume down button 20 volume up button 20 B battery bay 30 changing 30 charge indicator 6 charging 11 installing 30 latch 9 locating 9 purchasing 32 recalibrating 31 recharging 11 release latch 9 replacing 30 bays battery 30 hard
Index external monitor 8, 19 EZ Pad touchpad See touchpad F fan 7 files opening 22 Fn key 18, 19 folders opening 22 function keys 18 G Gateway model number 2, 9 serial number 2 Support 3 H hard drive bay 9 indicator 16, 17 installing 39 replacing 39 headphone jack 6 hot-swapping 27, 28 I IEEE 1394 port 28 indicators See status indicators inkjet printer 32 installing battery 30 devices 28 digital camera 28 digital video camera 28 DVD drive 37 Express Card 27 hard drive 39 keyboard 42 memory 34 periphera
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