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Gateway MX6960 Starter Manual

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Chapter 1: About This Reference

About this guide

Gateway contact information

Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Notebook

Front

Left

Right

Back

Bottom

Keyboard area

Chapter 3: Setting Up and Getting Started

Working safely and comfortably

Setting up your computer desk and chair

Connecting the AC adapter

Protecting from power source problems

Connecting the dial-up modem

Connecting to a broadband modem or network

Starting your notebook

Waking up your notebook

Restarting (rebooting) your notebook

Using the status indicators

Using the keyboard

Key types

System key combinations

Using the EZ Pad touchpad

Adjusting brightness

Turning your wireless radio on or off

Bluetooth radio

Chapter 4: Using Drives and Accessories

Using the CD or DVD drive

using a cd or dvd

Using the memory card reader

Removing a memory card

Installing a printer or other peripheral device

Connecting an IEEE 1394 device

Adjusting the display properties

Using the projector or monitor for a presentation

Viewing the display on a television

Ordering accessories

Chapter 5: Managing Power

Monitoring the battery charge

Changing the battery

Recalibrating the battery

Getting the most from your battery

Conserving battery power

Using alternate power sources

Changing notebook power settings

Changing advanced settings

Chapter 6: Traveling with Your Notebook

Packing your notebook

Radio frequency wireless connections

Power

Chapter 7: Maintaining Your Notebook

Caring for your notebook

Cleaning your notebook

Cleaning the keyboard

Storing batteries

Cleaning CDs or DVDs

Recovering pre-installed software and drivers

Using Microsoft System Restore

Recovering your system to its factory condition

Recovering your system using the Windows DVD

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

Diskette drive (external)

DVD drives

Ethernet

Hard drive

Keyboard

Media Center

Memory

Memory card reader

Mouse

Networks (wired)

Networks (wireless)

Passwords

PC Cards

Printer

Sound

Status indicators

Telephone support

Appendix A: Legal Information

important safety information

replacement parts and accessories

united states of america

japanese modem notice

laser safety statement

Index

MX6960

Replacing Notebook Components

Identifying the notebook model

Identifying components

Preparing your work space

Preparing the notebook

Replacing the DVD drive

Replacing the cooling assembly

Replacing the processor

Replacing the IEEE 802.11 wireless card

Replacing the hard drive

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

Replacing the LCD panel assembly lid

Replacing the palm rest

Replacing the modem card

Replacing the Bluetooth module

Replacing the system board

Replacing the external video board

Replacing the speakers

getting help

Chapter 1: About this reference

For more information

Chapter 3: Using Your Gateway Notebook

Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a network

Turning off your notebook

Adjusting the volume

Connecting a USB printer, scanner, or digital camera

Viewing the display on a projector or monitor

Changing batteries

Extending battery life

Changing power modes

Changing alarm options

Activating and using Hibernate mode

Files

Additional tips

Display

File management

Video

Telephone numbers

Self-help

Training

Information

Important safety information

Regulatory compliance statements

Canada

Japan

Environmental information

Notices

Gateway MX6960 Starter Manual

Product

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