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 Chapter 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Preventing static electricity discharge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Adding or replacing memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Replacing the DVD drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Replacing the hard drive kit . . .
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 support.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 DVD drive • Using the memory card reader • Adding and removing a PC Card • C
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Identifying features Front Speaker Component Power LCD panel indicator release latch Icon Battery charge indicator Speaker Description Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. Power indicator ■ ■ ■ LED on - notebook is on. LED blinking - notebook is in Standby mode. LED off - notebook is off. LCD panel release latch Slide to open the LCD panel.
www.gateway.com Identifying features Left Memory card reader Ventilation fan Component Icon IEEE 1394 port USB ports Memory card reader PC Card slot Description Memory card reader Insert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into the memory card reader. For more information, see “Using the memory card reader” on page 27.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Right DVD drive Component DVD drive 8 Icon Description Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more information, see “Using the DVD drive” on page 25. To determine the type of drive in the notebook, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types” on page 25.
www.gateway.com Identifying features Back Ethernet jack Modem jack Power connector Microphone jack Headphone jack Component Icon Monitor port USB ports S-Video out jack Ventilation fan Kensington lock slot Description Modem jack Plug a modem cable into this jack. For more information, see “Connecting the dial-up modem” on page 13. Ethernet jack Plug an Ethernet network cable into this jack. Plug the other end of the cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or an Ethernet network jack.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Bottom System label Memory bay Battery lock Battery latch Battery Component 10 Icon Hard drive bay Description Battery lock Slide to unlock the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 29. Battery latch Slide to release the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 29. Battery Provides power when the notebook is not plugged into AC power.
www.gateway.com Identifying features Keyboard area Multi-function buttons Power button Keyboard Status indicators Component Icon Touchpad Description Multi-function buttons Press these buttons to open programs assigned to them or control the volume. For more information, see “Using the multi-function buttons” on page 21. Status indicators Inform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com 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.
www.gateway.com Connecting the dial-up modem 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.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com 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 back of your notebook. 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network jack.
www.gateway.com Starting your notebook 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.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com 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.
www.gateway.com Using the status indicators Using the status indicators Important If none of the indicators are on, you may need to press FN+F1 to toggle the status indicators on and off. 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.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Using the keyboard Tips & Tricks You can attach an external keyboard to the 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 Key type Icon Description FN key Press the FN key in combination with a colored system key to perform a specific action. Numeric keypad Use these keys to type numbers when the numeric keypad is turned on. Press FN+ 1 to turn on the numeric keypad. 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...
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook Press and hold FN, then press this system key... www.gateway.com To... Skip back one CD song or DVD track. Skip ahead one CD song or DVD track. Turn on Num Lock so you can use the numeric keypad. Press this key combination again to turn off Num Lock. The Num Lock status indicator appears when this function is turned on.
www.gateway.com Using the multi-function buttons Using the multi-function buttons Press the multi-function buttons to open the programs associated with them. Internet Music player Volume down Button Icon E-mail Volume up Search Press to... Volume down Turn the volume down. Press the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons at the same time to mute or un-mute the sound. Music player Open your default music player. Volume up Turn the volume up.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com 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.
www.gateway.com Adjusting the volume To... Do this... 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. Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button twice in rapid succession. This action is called double-clicking. Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen. Position the pointer over the object.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Turning your wireless radio on or off 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. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, and IEEE 802.11g communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication.
www.gateway.com Using the DVD drive Using the 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 This is your drive type... Use your drive for... DVD drive Installing programs, playing audio CDs, playing DVDs, and accessing data.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Inserting a CD or DVD Eject button Activity indicator Manual eject hole To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on the 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.
www.gateway.com Using the memory card reader Using the memory card reader You can use memory cards to transfer pictures from a digital camera to your notebook. You can also use the memory card reader to transfer data between your notebook and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular telephone. Left slot Left slot eject button Right slot Memory card types The memory card reader supports the following card types.
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 To remove a memory card: Important Do not use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to remove the memory card.
www.gateway.com Changing batteries To remove a PC Card: 1 Click the remove hardware Important If the remove hardware icon does not appear on the taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. icon in the taskbar, the PC Card name, then click Stop. -ORTurn off your notebook. 2 Release the eject button by pressing the PC Card eject button once. 3 Eject the PC Card by pressing the eject button again. Changing batteries Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com 4 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide and hold the battery release latch. 5 Lift the battery out of the bay. 6 Place a recharged battery into the bay and press down until it snaps into place. 7 Slide the battery lock to the lock position. 8 Turn your notebook over. 9 Open the LCD panel.
www.gateway.com Recalibrating the battery Recalibrating the battery Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. If recalibration is interrupted, you must start the process over again. 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.
CHAPTER 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook www.gateway.com Ordering accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at accessories.gateway.com. Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters 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 29 for more information about using an additional battery.
CHAPTER 3 Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook • Preventing static electricity discharge • Adding or replacing memory • Replacing the 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 and unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable before opening the case. The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
www.gateway.com Adding or replacing memory 5 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 29. 6 Remove the memory bay cover screw. Screw 7 Open the memory bay cover, then remove it. 8 Gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 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. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay. 11 Replace the memory bay cover, then replace the cover screw. 12 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over.
www.gateway.com Replacing the DVD drive 7 Remove the two DVD drive screws. Screw Screw 8 Insert a straightened paper clip into the DVD drive’s manual eject hole, push in the paper clip to eject the drive tray, then pull the drive tray open. 9 Carefully slide the drive out of the drive bay. 10 Slide the new DVD drive into the drive bay. Make sure that the drive fits securely in the bay.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 11 Secure the DVD drive with the two screws removed in Step 7. 12 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over. 13 Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable, then turn on your notebook. 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.
www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit 9 Remove the hard drive kit screw. Screw 10 Slide the hard drive kit to remove it. 11 If your new hard drive already includes the hard drive bracket, go to Step 16. -ORIf you need to move the hard drive bracket from your old hard drive to your new hard drive, go to Step 12.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 12 Remove the four screws that secure the hard drive to the hard drive kit bracket.
www.gateway.com Replacing the hard drive kit 13 Remove the bracket from the old drive. 14 Insert the new drive into the bracket with the label side up and so the screw holes line up. 15 Replace the four screws that secure the bracket to the drive. 16 Slide the new hard drive kit into your notebook, then replace the screw that secures the hard drive kit to your notebook. 17 Insert the battery, then turn your notebook over.
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 under the bottom of each hinge cover and gently loosen them. Important Inserting a piece of cloth between the screwdriver and keyboard will help prevent damage to the notebook. 10 Insert the small flat-blade screwdriver under the bottom of the keyboard cover and gently pry it up. 11 Remove the two keyboard screws.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 12 Lift the back edge of the keyboard slightly, then carefully push it toward the LCD panel to release the keyboard retaining tabs. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel. 13 Lay the keyboard face down on the palm rest.
www.gateway.com Replacing the keyboard 14 Lift the brown keyboard connector clip and remove the keyboard cable. Be careful not to touch or damage any other components. Keyboard connector clip 15 Lift the old keyboard away from the notebook. The keyboard is now completely detached from the notebook. Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard: 1 Place the new keyboard keys-down on your notebook with the space bar away from you.
CHAPTER 3: Maintaining and Upgrading Your Notebook www.gateway.com 4 Insert the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard into the slot under the palm rest. It may be necessary to press down on the keyboard keys along the front edge of the keyboard to seat the retaining tabs into their corresponding slots. 5 Gently press the keyboard down until it is flat all the way across. The keyboard should easily fall into place. Be careful not to damage the LCD panel.
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 Important safety information ■ 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 Regulatory compliance statements 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. www.gateway.com FCC declaration of conformity Responsible party: Gateway Companies, Inc.
www.gateway.com Regulatory compliance statements 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 Environmental information 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 With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of “end of life” products, and generally improve our quality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and are disposed of properly. Notices Copyright © 2006 Gateway, Inc.
www.gateway.com Notices Macrovision statement If your notebook has a DVD drive and an analog TV Out port, the following paragraph applies: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
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Index A AC adapter connecting 12 connector 9 accessories purchasing 32 safety precautions 49 airplane power adapter 32 application key 18 arrow keys 18 audio adjusting volume 23 back button 20 headphone jack 9 microphone jack 9 muting 23 next button 20 pause button 19 play button 19 stop button 19 automobile power adapter 32 B battery bay 29 changing 29 charge indicator 6 charging 12 installing 29 latch 10 locating 10 purchasing 32 recalibrating 31 recharging 12 release latch 10 replacing 29 bays battery 2
Index opening Firewire port Fn key 19 folders opening function keys www.gateway.com 23 7 19 directional 18 Fn 19 function 18 LCD brightness 19 LCD/CRT 19 navigation 18 numeric keypad 19 Pad Lock 20 Standby 19 system 18 system key combinations 19 toggle display 19 Windows 18 23 18 G Gateway model number 2, 10 serial number 2 Support 3 H hard drive bay 10 indicator 17 installing 38 replacing 38 headphone jack 9 hot-swapping 28 I i.
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