Gateway E-295 C Manual
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www.gateway.com 3 Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your convertible notebook contains information that identifies your convertible notebook model and its features. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for assistance. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your convertible notebook includes the product key code for your operating system.Important The labels shown in this section are for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Online Support: Tech Support Phone: Hours: Model: S/No:
CHAPTER1: About This Reference 4 For more information For more information about your convertible notebook, visit Gateway’s Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your convertible notebook’s label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications.
CHAPTER2 5 Checking Out Your Notebook •Front •Left •Right •Bottom •Keyboard area
CHAPTER2: Checking Out Your Notebook 6 Front ComponentIconDescription SpeakersProvide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. LCD panel release latchPress to open the LCD panel. Digital penWrite, tap, and input directly on your convertible notebook’s display using the digital pen. Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack. The built-in microphone is turned off while an external microphone is connected. Headphone jackPlug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. The built-in speakers are turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged into this jack. Memory card readerInsert a memory card from a digital camera, MP3 player, PDA, or cellular telephone into the memory card reader. For more information, see “Using the memory card reader” on page 55. The memory card reader supports Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro®, Mini Secure Digital®, MultiMediaCard™, RS-MultiMediaCard™, Secure Digital™, and xD-Picture cards. LCD panel release latch Digital penSpeaker Microphone jack Headphone jackMemory card readerSpeaker
www.gateway.com 7 Left ComponentIconDescription Power connectorPlug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Docking port Connect the optional port replicator to this port. Warning: Power is passed through this port. This docking connection is certified to UL 1950 for use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway convertible notebook. Monitor portPlug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. For more information, see “Viewing the display on a projector, monitor, or television” on page 60. Ethernet jack Plug an Ethernet network cable into this jack. The other end of the cable can be plugged into a cable modem, DSL modem, or an Ethernet network jack. For more information, see “Connecting to a broadband modem or network” on page 19. USB portsPlug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. IEEE 1394 port Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire ® or i.Link®) device (such as a digital camcorder or MP3 player) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. PC Card slotInsert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For more information, see “Adding and removing a PC Card” on page 57. Power connector Docking portMonitor portEthernet jackUSB portsIEEE 1394 portPC Card slot
CHAPTER2: Checking Out Your Notebook 8 Right ComponentIconDescription Modular bayInsert a module such as a CD drive, combination DVD/CD-RW drive, multi-format DVD±RW drive, or a multibay battery into this bay. For more information, see “Changing modules” on page 52. To determine the type of drive in the modular bay, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types” on page 54. Important: To order a module other than the one that came with your convertible notebook, contact Gateway. Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not work with the convertible notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, the convertible notebook may become hot enough to harm your skin. Caution: Do not block or insert objects into these slots. If these slots are blocked, your convertible notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the convertible notebook. Caution: Provide adequate space around your convertible notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Do not use the convertible notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Kensington™ lock slotSecure your convertible notebook to an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot. Modem jack Plug a dial-up modem cable into this jack. For more information, see “Connecting the dial-up modem” on page 18. Modular bay Ventilation fan Ke nsin gto n loc k slotModem jack
www.gateway.com 9 Bottom ComponentIconDescription Customer Care labelIncludes the Customer Care contact information. For more information, see “Gateway contact information” on page 3. Modular bay Insert a module such as a CD drive, combination DVD/CD-RW drive, multi-format DVD±RW drive, or a multibay battery into this bay. For more information, see “Changing modules” on page 52. To determine the type of drive in the modular bay, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types” on page 54. Important: To order a module other than the one that came with your convertible notebook, contact Gateway. Modular bay latchSlide to release the module. For more information, see “Changing modules” on page 52. Memory bay Memory modules are located in this bay. For more information, see “Adding or replacing memory modules” on page 107. Main battery Battery lock Battery latch Hard drive bay Pen latch Digital pen Memory bay Modular bay latch Modular bay Customer care label
CHAPTER2: Checking Out Your Notebook 10 Keyboard area Battery latchSlide to release the main battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 69. Main battery Provides power when the convertible notebook is not plugged into AC power. Battery lockSlide to unlock the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 69. Hard drive bayThe hard drive is located in this bay. For more information, see “Replacing the hard drive kit” on page 110. Pen latchSlide to release the digital pen. Digital pen Write, tap, and input directly on your convertible notebook’s display using the digital pen. ComponentIconDescription MicrophoneTablet control buttons/Status indicators Keyboard To u c h p a dPower button Power button lock Optional fingerprint reader
www.gateway.com 11 ComponentIconDescription Fingerprint reader (optional)Provides enhanced security. For more information, see “Using the optional fingerprint reader” on page 35. Keyboard Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see “Using the keyboard” on page 25. MicrophoneRecord audio through this microphone. The built-in microphone is turned off while an external microphone is connected. For the location of your microphone jack, see “Front” on page 6. Tablet control buttonsSee “Using the tablet control buttons” on page 30 for a description of each button. Status indicatorsInform you when a drive is in use or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. For more information, see “Using the status indicators” on page 23. Power button Press to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power button for Sleep/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see “Changing advanced settings” on page 77. Power button lockLocks the power button so the convertible notebook cannot be accidently turned off when using it in tablet mode. Touchpad Provides all the functionality of a mouse. For more information, see “Using the EZ Pad touchpad” on page 40.