Gateway E-295 C Manual
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www.gateway.com 103 Recovering your system using the Windows DVD If you install a new hard drive or completely re-format your original hard drive, you must recover your system using the Windows Vista operating system DVD. (Your convertible notebook must have a DVD-compatible drive to use the Windows Vista DVD.) You also need to recover your convertible notebook’s pre-installed software and device drivers. To completely re-install Windows: 1If you can still run Windows, back up your personal files, and create a set of software and driver recovery discs (if you have not already done so). For instructions, see “To create discs for recovering pre-installed software and drivers:” on page 93. 2Insert the Windows DVD into your convertible notebook’s DVD-capable drive, then turn on or restart your convertible notebook. 3When the prompt “Press any key to boot from CD or DVD” appears, press any key on your keyboard. A list of valid boot devices appears. 4Press the arrow keys to select the drive containing the Windows DVD, then press E NTER and follow the on-screen instructions. 5After Windows is completely re-installed, use the software and driver recovery discs you created to recover your convertible notebook’s pre-installed software and device drivers. For instructions, see “Recovering pre-installed software and drivers using recovery discs” on page 96.
CHAPTER8 105 Upgrading Your Notebook •Preventing static electricity discharge •Adding or replacing memory modules •Replacing the hard drive kit
CHAPTER8: Upgrading Your Notebook 106 Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside your convertible notebook are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD). Before installing or replacing components, follow these guidelines: •Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam. •Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection. •Always hold components by their edges. Avoid touching the edge connectors. Never slide components over any surface. •Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded connection. •Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other grounded object. War ning To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts, turn off your convertible notebook, unplug the power cord, modem cable, and network cable, and remove the main and optional multibay batteries before opening the case. War ningTo prevent risk of electric shock, do not insert any object into the vent holes of the convertible notebook. ImportantBefore installing or replacing components, you should read and understand the information in this section.
www.gateway.com 107 Adding or replacing memory modules Your convertible notebook uses memory modules called SO-DIMMs (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Modules). The modules are available in various capacities and any module can be placed in any slot. To add or replace memory modules: 1Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 106. 2Turn off your convertible notebook. 3Make sure the LCD panel is in notebook mode, then close the LCD panel. For more information, see “Converting from notebook to tablet mode” on page 43. 4Disconnect from the optional port replicator. 5Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are connected to the convertible notebook. 6Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the convertible notebook and remove any PC cards. Important Use only memory modules designed for your Gateway convertible notebook. ToolsYou need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace memory modules. Memory bay
CHAPTER8: Upgrading Your Notebook 108 7Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the main and optional multibay batteries. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 69. 8Loosen the six memory bay cover screws that secure the memory cover. (These screws cannot be removed.) 9Remove the memory bay cover. Be careful not to break off the tabs located on the bottom of the cover. Slide the cover in the direction shown. If the cover does not slide easily, wiggle the cover to loosen it 10If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each end of the memory module until the module tilts upward. ScrewScrew Screw Screw Screw Screw Clip Clip
www.gateway.com 109 11Pull the memory module out of the slot. 12Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it into the empty memory slot. This module is keyed so it can only be inserted in one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay. 13Replace the memory bay cover, then replace the cover screw. 14Insert the main and optional multibay batteries, then turn your convertible notebook over. 15Connect to the optional port replicator. -OR- Connect the power adapter, modem cable, and network cable. 16Reconnect all peripheral devices and replace any PC cards.
CHAPTER8: Upgrading Your Notebook 110 Replacing the hard drive kit If you would like more hard drive capacity, you can replace your original drive with a higher-capacity drive. To replace the hard drive kit: 1Create a Drivers and Applications Recovery disc using the Gateway Recovery Center. For more information, see “Recovering pre-installed software and drivers” on page 92. 2Back up any data you want to transfer to the new hard drive. For more information, see “Backing up files” in your online User Guide. 3Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 106. 4Turn off your convertible notebook. 5Make sure the LCD panel is in notebook mode, then close the LCD panel. For more information, see “Converting from notebook to tablet mode” on page 43. 6Disconnect from the optional port replicator. 7Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable, if they are connected to the convertible notebook. 8Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to the convertible notebook and remove any PC cards. Tools You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the hard drive kit. Hard drive
www.gateway.com 111 9Turn your convertible notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove the main and optional multibay batteries. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 69. 10Loosen the two hard drive bay cover screws (they cannot be removed), then remove the hard drive bay cover. Screw Screw
CHAPTER8: Upgrading Your Notebook 112 11Remove the hard drive screw. 12Slide the old hard drive out of the convertible notebook. Screw