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Gateway M460 Using Instruction

Chapter 1: About this reference

About this guide

Gateway contact information

For more information

Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook

Front

Right

Bottom

Keyboard area

Chapter 3: Using Your Gateway Notebook

Connecting the AC adapter

Protecting from power source problems

Connecting the dial-up modem

Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a network

Starting your notebook

Restarting (rebooting) your notebook

Using the status indicators

Using the keyboard

Key types

System key combinations

Using the EZ Pad touchpad

Adjusting the volume

Turning your wireless radio on or off

Chapter 4: Using Accessories

Using the memory card reader

Removing a memory card

Using an optional port replicator

Connecting a USB printer, scanner, or digital camera

Viewing the display on a projector or monitor

Ordering accessories

Chapter 5: Managing Power

Monitoring the battery charge

Changing batteries

Recalibrating the battery

Extending battery life

Using alternate power sources

Changing notebook power settings

Changing the power scheme

Changing alarm options

Changing advanced settings

Activating and using Hibernate mode

Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

Packing your notebook

Radio frequency wireless connections

Files

Power

Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

Caring for your notebook

Cleaning your notebook

Cleaning the keyboard

Chapter 8: Upgrading Your Notebook

Preventing static electricity discharge

Adding or replacing memory modules

Replacing the hard drive kit

Chapter 9: Troubleshooting

Safety guidelines

Troubleshooting

Display

External DVD drives

File management

Internet

Keyboard

Media Center

Memory

Memory card reader

Mouse

Networks (wired)

Networks (wireless)

Passwords

Printer

Sound

Touchpad

Telephone support

Telephone numbers

Self-help

Training

Information

Important safety information

Regulatory compliance statements

united states of america

Canada

Japan

Laser safety statement

Notices

Index

M460

Chapter 1: About This Reference

Left

Back

Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started

Working safely and comfortably

Setting up your computer desk and chair

Connecting to a broadband modem or network

Waking up your notebook

Using the optional EZ Point pointing device

Replacing the EZ Point pointing device cap

Turning the touchpad or pointing device on or off

Adjusting the brightness

IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio

Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories

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Using the CD or DVD drive

using a cd or dvd

Using a memory card

Using a port replicator

Connecting a USB device

Connecting an IEEE 1394 device

Adjusting the display properties

Using the projector or monitor for a presentation

Viewing the display on a television

Installing a secondary battery

Recalibrating the battery(ies)

using power saving modes

Security

Cleaning the exterior

Cleaning the notebook screen

Cleaning CDs or DVDs

Recovering your system

Recovering pre-installed software and drivers

Using Microsoft System Restore

Recovering your system to its factory condition

Recovering your system using the Windows DVD

Diskette drive (modular or external)

DVD drives

Ethernet

Pointing device

Status indicators

legal information

important safety information

replacement parts and accessories

attaching to the port replicator

user guide

Getting Help

Gateway Web site

Using eSupport

Help and Support

Searching for a topic

Online help

Checking Out Your Gateway Notebook

Left side

Right side

Identifying your model

Finding your specifications

Getting Started

Installing the battery

Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network

Using the touchpad

Using Drives and Ports

Inserting a CD or DVD

Playing a CD

Adding and removing a PC Card

Managing Power

Recharging the battery

Changing power modes

Upgrading Your Notebook

Adding or replacing memory

Using the Optional Port Replicator

Connecting to the port replicator

Disconnecting from the port replicator

Securing your port replicator

Maintaining Your Notebook

Protecting your computer from viruses

Updating Windows

First steps

Audio

Diskette drive

Networks

Touchpad or pointing device

Video

A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

regulatory compliance statements

japanese notice

laser safety statement

Using Your Computer guide

Using the DVD drive

Modifying television settings

Connecting a video camera to your notebook

Recharging the batteries

Replacing the main battery

Protecting your notebook from viruses

Restoring your system

Restoring your notebook to the original configuration

Modem (dial-up)

Before calling Gateway Customer Care

Replacing Gateway Notebook Components

Identifying the notebook model

Identifying components

Preparing your work space

Replacing the cooling assembly

Replacing the processor

Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card

Replacing the keyboard cover

Replacing the keyboard

Replacing the CMOS battery

Replacing the LCD panel assembly

Replacing the LCD panel inverter

Replacing the LCD panel or LCD panel assembly lid

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