Document Outline

• Contents
  • Getting Started
• Connecting and starting your notebook
  • To connect and start your notebook:
    • 1 Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
      • 2 Insert the battery at an angle (1), press gently on the battery (2) until it clicks into place....
  • Important
    • 3 Connect one end of the AC adapter to the power connector on the back of your notebook and the o...
    • 4 Slide the cover release latch to the left (1) to open the LCD panel (2). Press the power button...
  • Important
• Care and maintenance
  • Taking care of your notebook
  • Taking care of your AC adapter
  • Taking care of your battery
  • Cleaning and servicing
    • To clean your notebook:
      • 1 Turn off your notebook, then remove the battery.
        • 2 Disconnect the AC adapter.
        • 3 Use a soft cloth moistened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
• Getting Familiar with Your Notebook
  • Top
  • Front
  • Left
  • Right
  • Back
  • Bottom
  • Features
  • LCD panel
  • Status indicators
  • Keyboard
    • Special keys
    • Keyboard ergonomics
  • Touchpad
    • Touchpad basics
  • Multi-function buttons
  • Storage
    • Hard drive
    • Optical drive
  • Connectivity options
    • Ethernet and LAN
    • Fax/data modem
    • Wireless communication
    • Fast infrared
  • Audio
    • AV control panel
  • Securing your notebook
    • Security slot
    • Passwords
• Managing Power
  • Using the battery
    • Using the battery for the first time
    • Installing the battery
    • Removing the battery
    • Recharging the battery
    • Checking the charge level
    • Optimizing battery life
    • Battery-low warning
  • Power management
    • Advanced Configuration and Power Interface
• Using Peripheral Devices and Options
  • External monitor
    • Using simultaneous display
  • S-Video
  • External keyboard
  • External pointing device
  • Printer
  • Audio devices
  • PC Card
    • PC Card slot
  • USB devices
  • IEEE 1394 devices
  • Miscellaneous options
    • Additional AC adapters and batteries
    • Battery
    • AC adapter
  • Key component upgrades
    • Memory upgrade
    • Hard drive upgrade
• Moving with Your Notebook
  • Disconnecting from peripheral devices
  • Moving around
    • Preparing your notebook
    • What to bring to short meetings
    • What to bring to long meetings
  • Taking the notebook home
    • Preparing your notebook
    • What to bring with you
    • Special considerations
    • Setting up a home office
  • Traveling with your notebook
    • Preparing your notebook
    • What to bring with you
    • Special considerations
  • Traveling internationally with your notebook
    • Preparing your notebook
    • What to bring with you
    • Special considerations
• Using Installed Programs and Utilities
  • System software
  • Launch Manager
  • BIOS Setup utility
    • Setting a password
• Troubleshooting
  • Frequently-asked questions
  • Error messages
  • Telephone support
    • Before calling Gateway Technical Support
    • Telephone numbers
  • Tutoring and training
    • Self-help
    • Tutoring
    • Training
• Specifications
  • Microprocessor
  • Memory
  • Data storage
  • Display and video
  • Audio
  • Keyboard and pointing device
  • I/O ports
  • Weight and dimensions
  • Environment
  • Operating System
  • Power
• Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
• Index
  • A
  • B
  • C
  • D
  • E
  • F
  • H
  • I
  • K
  • L
  • M
  • N
  • O
  • P
  • R
  • S
  • T
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