Gateway Solo 2500 User Manual

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Contents
About This Guide .................................................................................. iii
Checking Out Your Documentation..................................................... iii
Conventions Used in This Guide........................................................... iv
Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Notebook Computer .............. 5
Checking Out Your Solo 2500................................................................ 6
Keyboard and LCD panel ................................................................ 6
System Status Indicators (LCDs) .................................................... 8
Back ports panel ............................................................................. 10
Right side ports and bays ............................................................... 11
Left side ports and battery bay....................................................... 12
Bottom release latches and memory bay....................................... 13
Chapter 2: Getting Started .................................................... 15
Getting Your System Running.............................................................. 16
Installing the battery pack .............................................................. 16
Connecting the AC power.............................................................. 18
Starting up your notebook.............................................................. 19
Chapter 3: Using Your Notebook .......................................... 23
Using Your Solo 2500........................................................................... 24
Using the keyboard......................................................................... 24
Using key combinations................................................................. 25
Using the LCD................................................................................ 29
Using the pointing device............................................................... 31
Using the audio............................................................................... 39
Using diskette media (3.5" or LS120 diskettes)............................ 41
Using disc media (CD-ROM)........................................................ 42
Removing and replacing the hard disk drive ................................ 44
Using PC Cards .............................................................................. 46
Using the IR port ............................................................................ 48
Using the USB ports....................................................................... 51
Using McAfee VirusScan .............................................................. 52

Gateway Solo 2500 Specifications

General

Brand	Gateway
Model	Solo 2500
Category	Laptop
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Notebook Computer

Understanding Your Notebook Computer

Overview of the Gateway Solo 2500 notebook's components and features.

Keyboard and LCD Panel Details

Explains the layout and functions of the notebook's keyboard and LCD screen.

System Status Indicator Lights

Details the meaning of various system status LEDs on the notebook.

Back Panel Ports Identification

Identifies and describes the ports located on the back of the notebook.

Chapter 2: Getting Started with Your Notebook

Initial System Setup Guide

Steps to get your notebook running for the first time.

Installing the Notebook Battery Pack

Instructions on how to properly install the battery into the notebook.

Connecting to AC Power

Guide on connecting the notebook to an AC power source using the adapter.

First-Time Notebook Startup Procedure

Steps to power on and begin using the notebook after setup.

Chapter 3: Using Your Notebook Features

Using the Notebook Keyboard and Keys

Explains the functionality of the notebook's full-size keyboard and key combinations.

Using the Notebook Pointing Device

Covers the operation and customization of the touchpad or stickpoint.

Audio Playback and Recording Guide

Instructions for using the notebook's audio capabilities and adjusting volume levels.

Using CD-ROM Media

How to insert, access, and play audio or data CDs in the notebook's CD-ROM drive.

Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive

Step-by-step guide for safely removing and reinstalling the notebook's HDD.

Chapter 4: Managing Notebook Power Usage

Charging the Notebook Battery Pack

Procedures for charging the notebook's battery using AC power.

Understanding and Using the Battery

Information on notebook battery life, types, and usage.

Monitoring Notebook Battery Status

Methods for checking the current battery charge and power status.

Using Suspend and Standby Modes

Explains how to use power-saving suspend and standby modes for the notebook.

Appendix A: Notebook Accessories

Gateway Solo Notebook Accessories

Lists and describes optional accessories available for the Solo notebook.

Appendix B: Using the BIOS Setup Program

About the BIOS Setup Utility

Introduction to the BIOS setup program and its purpose for system configuration.

Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility

Instructions on how to enter and navigate the notebook's BIOS setup menu.

Appendix C: Contacting Gateway Support

Gateway Contact Information

Provides details for contacting Gateway sales and technical support.

Gateway Support Phone Numbers

Lists phone numbers for different types of Gateway technical and sales assistance.

Gateway Support Outside U.S. and Canada

Information on how to contact Gateway support when located internationally.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Notices and Legal Information