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Using the optional multimedia panel, Multimedia panel for select models

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www.gateway.com Using the optional multimedia panel Multimedia panel for select models Play/Pause Stop Previous Next Button Description Play/ Pause-Plays or pauses the CD or DVD. Stop-Stops playing the CD or DVD. Next-Skips ahead one CD track or DVD chapter. Fast forward when button is held down. Previous-Skips back one CD track or DVD chapter. Rewind when button is held down. 31

Section	Page
Contents	3
About This Reference	7
About this guide	8
Accessing your online User Guide	8
Gateway contact information	8
Contacting Gateway Customer Care	8
Gateway model and serial number	9
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity	9
For more information	9
Checking Out Your Notebook	11
Front	12
Left	13
Right	15
Bottom	16
Keyboard area	17
Keyboard area for select models	17
LCD panel	18
Setting Up and Getting Started	19
Working safely and comfortably	20
Reducing eye strain	20
Setting up your computer desk and chair	21
Sitting at your notebook	21
Avoiding discomfort and injury from repetitive strain	22
Connecting the AC adapter	22
Protecting from power source problems	24
Connecting to a broadband modem or network	24
Connecting the optional dial-up modem	25
Starting your notebook	27
Waking up your notebook	28
Turning off your notebook	28
Restarting (rebooting) your notebook	29
Using the keyboard	30
Key types	31
System key combinations	32
Using the EZ Pad touchpad	35
Using the optional multimedia panel	37
Multimedia panel for select models	37
Using the optional webcam	38
Adjusting the brightness	41
Adjusting the volume	42
Turning your wireless radio on or off	44
IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio	44
Disabling the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio	45
Bluetooth radio	45
Disabling the Bluetooth radio	46
Using Drives and Accessories	47
Using the DVD drive	48
Identifying drive types	48
Using a DVD drive	49
Using a slot-load DVD drive	49
Using the memory card reader	50
Memory card types	50
Inserting a memory card	51
Using a memory card	51
Removing a memory card	51
Adding and removing an Express Card	52
Installing a printer or other peripheral device	53
Connecting a USB device	53
Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television	54
Adjusting the display properties	56
Using the projector or monitor for a presentation	57
Managing Power	59
Monitoring the battery charge	60
Recharging the battery	60
Changing batteries	61
Recalibrating the battery	62
Extending battery life	63
Maximizing battery performance	63
Conserving battery power	64
Using alternate power sources	65
Changing power modes	66
Using power saving modes	66
Changing notebook power settings	67
Changing the power plan	67
Changing advanced settings	69
Traveling with Your Notebook	71
Packing your notebook	72
Traveling by air	72
Dial-up modem	72
Radio frequency wireless connections	73
Files	73
Security	74
Power	75
Additional tips	76
Maintaining Your Notebook	77
Caring for your notebook	78
Cleaning your notebook	78
Cleaning the exterior	79
Cleaning the keyboard	79
Cleaning the notebook screen	80
Maintaining the battery	80
Storing batteries	81
Cleaning CDs or DVDs	81
Recovering your system	82
Creating recovery discs	83
Recovering pre-installed software and drivers	85
Returning to a previous system condition	86
Returning your system to its factory condition	88
Recovering from within Windows Vista	88
Recovering from the hard drive during startup	89
Recovering from your recovery discs	90
Troubleshooting	91
Safety guidelines	92
First steps	92
Troubleshooting	93
Audio	93
Battery	93
CD drives	93
Diskette drive (external)	94
Display	95
DVD drives	96
Ethernet	98
Express Cards	98
File management	98
Hard drive	99
Internet	100
Keyboard	101
Media Center	102
Memory	105
Memory card reader	106
Modem (cable or DSL)	106
Modem (dial-up)	106
Mouse	110
Networks (wired)	111
Networks (wireless)	113
Passwords	115
Power	116
Printer	116
Sound	118
Status indicators	118
Touchpad	119
Video	119
Telephone support	119
Before calling Gateway Customer Care	119
Legal Information	121
Important safety information	122
Setting up your system	122
Care during use	123
Replacement parts and accessories	123
Regulatory compliance statements	123
Wireless guidance	123
United States of America	124
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15	125
Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15	125
FCC declaration of conformity	125
California Proposition 65 Warning	126
Mercury Warning	126
Telecommunications per Part 68 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) (applicable to products fitted with USA modems)	126
Canada	127
Industry Canada (IC) Intentional emitter per RSS 210	127
Unintentional emitter per ICES-003	128
Telecommunications per Industry Canada CS-03 (for products fitted with an IC-compliant modem)	128
Japan	129
Japanese Modem Notice	129
Laser safety statement	129
Environmental information	129
Notices	131
All Rights Reserved	131
Trademark Acknowledgments	131
Macrovision statement	131
A	133
B	133
C	133
D	135
E	135
F	136
G	136
H	136
I	136
K	136
L	137
M	137
N	137
O	138
P	138
R	139
S	139
T	140
U	141
V	141
W	141