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Connecting to the port replicator

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2 Press down on both docking release latches. The notebook will spring up

slightly.

3 Lift the notebook off of the port replicator.

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1 Checking out Your Gateway 60011
- Front12
- Left Side13
- Right Side15
- Back16
- Bottom18
- Keyboard Area20
- Identifying Your Model22
- Finding Your Specifications24
- Accessories26
2 Getting Started29
- Connecting the AC Adapter30
  - Protecting from Power Source Problems32
- Starting Your Notebook33
  - Waking up Your Notebook34
- Turning off Your Notebook34
- Restarting (Rebooting) Your Notebook35
- Status Indicators36
- Using the Keyboard38
  - Key Types39
  - System Key Combinations40
- Multi-Function Buttons42
- Using the EZ Pad Touchpad43
  - Using the Touchpad44
- Connecting the Modem46
- Connecting to a Wired Ethernet Network47
  - Broadband Internet Connections48
- Installing a Printer, Scanner, or Other Peripheral Device48
3 Getting Help49
- Helpspot50
  - Searching for a Topic52
  - Helpspot Videos53
- Online Help54
- Gateway Web Site55
  - Using Esupport56
4 Windows Basics57
- About the Windows Environment58
- Using the Desktop59
  - Using the Start Menu59
  - Adding Icons to the Desktop61
- Identifying Window Items62
- Working with Files and Folders64
- Searching for Files72
  - Using the Windows Search Utility73
- Working with Documents75
- Shortcuts79
5 Using the Internet81
- Learning about the Internet82
- Setting up an Internet Account83
  - Accessing Your Internet Account84
- Using the World Wide Web85
  - Connecting to a Web Site86
  - Downloading Files87
- Using E-Mail88
  - Sending E-Mail88
  - Checking Your E-Mail89
6 Using Multimedia91
- Using the Diskette Drive92
- Using the DVD or Recordable CD Drive94
  - Identifying Drive Types94
  - Inserting a CD or DVD95
- Adjusting the Volume96
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows XP96
  - Adjusting the Volume in Windows 200099
- Using Audio DJ101
- Listening to Cds106
  - Listening to Cds in Windows XP106
  - Listening to Cds in Windows 2000108
- Recording and Playing Audio109
- Playing Audio and Video Files with the Windows Media Player111
- Using Musicmatch113
- Using a Recordable CD Drive122
- Playing a DVD136
- Viewing the Display on a Television138
- Capturing Video141
7 Sending and Receiving Faxes143
- Installing and Configuring Fax144
- Sending a Simple Fax149
- Setting up Your Cover150
- Faxing from Programs151
- Faxing a Scanned Document152
- Receiving and Viewing a Fax152
- Canceling a Fax153
- Automatically Retry Sending a Fax in Windows XP154
- Automatically Cancelling a Fax in Windows XP155
8 Managing Power157
- Monitoring the Battery Charge158
- Recharging the Battery159
- Recalibrating the Battery160
- Changing Batteries161
  - Replacing the Main Battery161
  - Installing a Secondary Battery163
- Extending Battery Life166
- Changing Power Settings168
9 Travel Tips177
- Modem178
- Radio Frequency Wireless Connections178
- Files179
- Security179
- Power180
- Additional Tips181
10 Customizing Your Computer183
- Adjusting the Screen and Desktop Settings184
- Changing the Touchpad Settings195
- Adding and Modifying User Accounts197
11 Networking Your Computer199
- Benefits of Networking200
- Selecting a Network Connection202
  - Wired Ethernet Network202
  - Wireless Ethernet (IEEE 802.11A or IEEE 802.11B) Network202
- Using a Wired Ethernet Network203
- Using a Wireless Ethernet Network206
- Using Your Notebook on a Network211
  - Installing and Configuring Your Notebook for Ethernet Networking211
  - Turning Your Wireless Ethernet on or off211
12 Moving from Your Old Computer213
- Using the Windows XP Files and Settings Transfer Wizard214
- Transferring Files215
  - Finding Your Files215
- Transferring Internet Settings217
- Installing Your Old Printer or Scanner218
  - Installing a USB Printer or Scanner218
  - Installing a Parallel Port Printer219
- Installing Your Old Programs220
13 Maintaining Your Computer221
- Caring for Your Computer222
- Creating an Emergency Startup Diskette224
- Protecting Your Computer from Viruses226
- Managing Hard Drive Space229
- Cleaning Your Computer238
14 Restoring Software241
- Using the Restoration Cds242
- Reinstalling Device Drivers243
- Updating Device Drivers245
- Reinstalling Programs247
- Reinstalling Windows250
15 Upgrading Your Notebook253
- Adding and Removing a PC Card254
- Changing Drives256
- Preventing Static Electricity Discharge259
- Adding or Replacing Memory261
- Replacing the Main Hard Drive Kit265
16 Using the Gateway 600 Port Replicator269
- Front270
- Back271
- Connecting to the Port Replicator273
  - Attaching to the Port Replicator273
  - Disconnecting from the Port Replicator274
- Securing Your Port Replicator276
17 Troubleshooting277
- Safety Guidelines278
- First Steps279
- Software Support Tools279
- Troubleshooting280
- Telephone Support301
  - Before Calling Gateway Technical Support301
  - Telephone Numbers302
- Tutoring and Training303
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information305
- Important Safety Information305
- Regulatory Compliance Statements307
- Wireless Guidance307
- United States of America309
- Laser Safety Statement315
Index317

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