Gateway EC38 User Manual

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Gateway EC38
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Gateway EC38 Specifications

General

Processor	Intel Pentium Dual Core T4200 / 2.0 GHz
RAM	3 GB (installed) / 4 GB (max)
Graphics	Intel GMA 4500M
Operating System	Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
Display	17 in
Screen Size	17 in
Battery	3-cell Li-ion

Summary

Chapter 1: System Specifications

System Block Diagram

Board Layout

Hardware Specifications and Configurations

Detailed listing of the notebook's hardware components and their specifications.

Chapter 2: System Utilities

BIOS Setup Utility

Guide to configuring system hardware settings through the BIOS interface.

BIOS Flash Utility

Procedure for updating the system's BIOS firmware.

Chapter 3: Machine Disassembly and Replacement

Disassembly Procedure Flowchart

Disassembling the External Module

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

General procedure and symptom-based guidance for diagnosing computer problems.

System Check Procedures

Steps for diagnosing issues with external diskette, CD-ROM, keyboard, memory, and power systems.

Power-On Self-Test (POST) Error Message

Index of POST error messages and their possible causes and solutions.

Index of Error Messages

List of error codes and messages with corresponding FRU/Action sequences.

InsydeH2O BIOS Beep Codes

Index of Symptom-to-FRU Error Message

Intermittent Problems

Undetermined Problems

Chapter 5: Jumper and Connector Locations

Top View

Bottom View

Chapter 6: FRU(Field Replaceable Unit) List

Exploded Diagram

Gateway EC38 FRU List

Comprehensive list of Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) with part names and Acer part numbers.