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3 Travel Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Changing power settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

4 Using the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Learning about the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Setting up an Internet account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Accessing your Internet account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Using the World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Connecting to a Web site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Downloading files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Using e-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Sending e-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Checking your e-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

5 Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

For more information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Microsoft Windows guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Discover Windows 98 tutorial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Online help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63QuickANSWERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Gateway Web site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Before calling for technical support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66Technical support resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

6 Safety, Regulatory, and Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

American users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72Canadian users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

European users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75Japanese users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76Australia and New Zealand users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81


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1Getting StartedThis chapter provides basic information about your Gateway computer

hardware and software. Read this chapter to:

s Learn h ow to con n ect power, start the n otebook, and tu rn off the

notebook

s Learn h ow to operate the poin ting device and keyboard

s Understand indicators

s Identify all ports, connectors, and buttons

s Learn about available accessories


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Connecting AC power 3

2 Plug the AC adapter in to th e notebook power conn ector.

3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.


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4 Getting Started

Starting your computer

To start your computer:

1 Slide th e latches on th e fron t of your not ebook out ward an d lift th e cover.

2 Press the power button.

The power bu tton is preset to O n /Off mod e. You can also set it to function

in either Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. For more

information on chan ging th e power button mo de, see Chan gin g settin gs

in Windows 98 on page 45.

3 The first time you turn on your computer, follow the on-screeninstructions to complete the software setup. For information on signing

up for an Internet Service Provider (ISP) account, see Setting up an

Internet account on page 55.

Waking up your computer

s When you have not used your computer for several minutes, it will go

into a power-saving m ode called Standby. Wh ile in Stand by, th e comp uter

screen darkens and the power indicator light blinks every two seconds.

When you are ready to use your computer, wake it up by pressing a

button or key on the keyboard. For more information on changing

power-saving settings, see Chan ging power settin gs on page 45.


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Turning off your computer 5

Turning off your computer

To turn off your notebook:

1 ClickStart, then select Shut Down. The Shut Down Windows dialog boxopens.

2 Select Shut down, then clickOK. Wind ows shu ts down you r computer.

If your computer does not respon d to keyboard or m ouse com man ds and

you are unable to use th e Shu t Down option, press and h old the power

button for at least four seconds.


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6 Getting Started

Using the keyboardYour n oteboo k features a keyboard th at h as the same fun ctionality as a

desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate

functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for system

operations, and a Pad Lock key that enables the embedded numeric keypad.

A Fn combination keys

B Numeric keypad

C Windows key

D Fn (fun ction) key

CD B

A


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Using the keyboard 7

Using function key combinationsPress the FN key together with one of the following keys to perform the

function:

Combination Key Function

Displays the power status in the upper left corner of theWindows desktop. Press the key combination again to

make the power status disappear.

Toggles between the LCD display, external monitor, or

both displays at the same time.

Activates Standby mode in Windows 98 and Suspend

mode in Windows 95 and Windows NT. Press the power

button to bring the notebook out of Standby/Suspend

mode.

Activates Pad Lock so you can use the embeddednumeric keypad. The Pad Lock status indicator stays lit

while this function is enabled.

Activates Scroll Lock so you can scroll through large

volumes of text in some applications. The Scroll Lock

status indicator stays lit while this function is enabled.

Increases LCD brightness.

Decreases LCD brightness.

+ =

Combination

key

Function


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8 Getting Started

Using the EZ Pad touchpadLike a m ouse, th e EZ Pad touchp ad poin ting device con trols the poin ter

m ovemen ts on t h e display. You can also use an extern al mou se.

A EZ Pad touchpad

B Left EZ Pad bu tto n (for left m ou se clicks)

C Righ t EZ Pad butto n (for right m ouse clicks)

A B C


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Mouse and touchpad action equivalents

This touchpad uses one surface for both mouse and wheel actions, whichm eans you can p erform all of the wh eel m ouse actions without using th e

but tons on th e notebook.

Wh en you r finger reach es the edges of the touchp ad, you can con tinue to

m ove th e poin ter and d rag objects. You can also m ove ho rizon tally an d

vertically without being constrained by the size of the touchpad. This is

especially useful wh en draggin g objects and selectin g text b ecause th ere is n o

need to remove your finger until the action is complete.

To. .. . . .do this:

Move pointer Slide finger.

Left button click Tap one finger.

Left buttondouble-click Double-tap one finger.

Left button drag Double-tap and drag.


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10 Getting Started

Changing touchpad propertiesUse th e followin g procedure to chan ge EZ Pad properties includin g pointer

size, butt on assign m ent s, pointer speed an d acceleration, scrollin g speed, an d

edge motion.

To customize the EZ Pad touchpad:

1 Double-click on th e taskbar. The Mouse Properties wind ow open s.

2 Click a tab in th e Mouse Properties wind ow, th en custom ize the tou chp adfunctions.

To find m ore h elp about using th e touch pad, click on the taskbar, th en

select Help.

Using an external mouse or keyboard

You can at tach an external mou se or keyboard to the n otebook u sin g the PS/2,

USB, or serial port. You d o n ot n eed to shu t down th e no tebook before

connecting to an external PS/2 mouse or keyboard.

Use smart Edges Double-tap and drag.When your finger stops

at an edge of the

touchpad, the pointer

continues moving

across the screen.

Scroll up and down Place finger on right

edge of the touchpad

and move up/down.

To. .. . . .do this:


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System status indicators

This l ight. . . turns on when. . .

A The hard disk is accessed.

B The diskette drive, ZIP drive, or CD/DVD

drive is accessed.

C The Caps Lock is enabled.

D The Pad Lock is enabled.

E The Scroll Lock is enabled.

B

C

D

EA

A

1


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12 Getting Started

Multi-function buttons

Button Icon Description

A Volume controls Adjust volume. Left button increases volume. Right

button decreases volume.

B Mute Turns off all sound. Press again to turn sound on.

C E-mail Launches an e-mail program.

D Web browser Launches your Web browser.

E Help Launches Help.

F Shortcut Launches a program you specify. To program this button

to launch a specific program, see Customizing the

multi-function buttons on page 20.

G Power Turns power on and off. Can also be configured to

Standby/Resume mode or Hibernate mode. For more

information on mapping the power button to power

saving modes, see To change advanced power

management settings: on page 48.

A B C D E F G


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14 Getting Started

Back

Component Icon Description

A Network jack Provides an Ethernet 10/100 connection to a

network.

B Modem jack Connects the built-in modem to an analog

phone system using a standard telephone

cable.

C Keyboard or mouse port Connects your notebook to an external PS/2

keyboard or mouse. With a PS/2 Y-splitter,

you can connect an external mouse and

keyboard at the same time.

D Parallel port Connects your notebook to a parallel device,

such as a printer.

E Serial port Connects your notebook to a serial device,

such as a serial mouse.

F External monitor port Connects your notebook to an external VGA

monitor using an analog video cable.

G USB port Connects your notebook to a USB device,

such as a USB scanner.

H Power connector Connects your notebook to the Gateway

Solo 2150 AC adapter.

I Cooling fan outlet Helps cool internal components.

A B C D E F G IH


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Right side 15

Right side


A Diskette drive Accepts standard 3.5-inch diskettes.

B Diskette activity light Indicates diskette activity. While this light is

on, do not eject the diskette.

C Diskette eject button Ejects a diskette from the drive.

D CD/DVD or ZIP drive The CD/DVD drive accepts all CDs. The

DVD drive also accepts DVDs. The ZIP

drive accepts only ZIP disks.

E CD/DVD activity light Indicates CD/DVD activity. While this light

is on, do not open the drive tray.

F CD/DVD eject button Ejects the CD/DVD drive tray.

G CD/DVD manual tray

release

Lets you open the CD/DVD drive tray

manually using a straightened paper clip.

H Hard drive face plate Provides access to the hard drive.

I Microphone In Connects your notebook to an external

microphone.

J SpeakerOut/Headphone jack

Connects your notebook to externalspeakers or headphones.

A B C

D E GF H I J


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16 Getting Started

Left side


A Kensington lock slot Used with a Kensington cable lock to secure your

notebook to a heavy or immovable object.

B PC Card slots Accept one Type III PC Card or two Type I or II PC Cards.

For more information, see Using PC Cards on page 30.

C PC Card eject

buttons

Eject PC Cards from PC card slots.

D Battery bay Contains the battery for power and for charging.

A B C D


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Bottom 17

Bottom


A Hard drive face plate Provides access to the hard drive.

B Memory bay Memory bay contains one SO-DIMM memory

module slot.

C Modular bay latch Releases the CD/DVD or ZIP drive.

D Modular bay Contains a CD/DVD drive or ZIP drive.

E Battery bay Holds the battery.

F Battery release latch Releases the battery so you can swap it for

a fully charged battery.

G System label Provides system information.

A

C

B

D

G

F

E


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18 Getting Started

AccessoriesGateway offers many accessories that can help you make the most of using

your Solo notebook:

s Batteries

s Automobile/airplane power adapters

s Memory m odules and h ard drives

s External keyboards an d speakers

s Modem and network cards

s Tape backup units

s Carrying cases

s Printers

s Software

Important For more information on these or other Gateway

accessories for your notebook, visit the Gateway Web site

at www.gateway.com or call 800-846-2000.


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2Using YourNotebookThis chap ter provides inform ation o n u sin g your Gateway com put er. Read th is

chapter to find out how to:

s Adjust the display panel angle and brightness

s Use and program the multifunction buttons

s Use the diskette and CD/DVD drives

s Record and play audio files

s View video files

s Conn ect the modem

s Install PC Cards

s Replace the battery

s Swap drive modules

s Replace the hard drive


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20 Using Your Notebook

Adjusting the LCD panelYou r n oteb ook featu res a color LCD TFT pan el th at pro vides sh arp resolution

and up to 16 m illion colors.

To adjust the viewing angle of the display:

s Tilt th e display panel forward or b ackward.

To control display brightness:

s Press the FN key together with the up arrow or down arrow key.

This notebook is sh ipped with th e Auto dim with battery feature

enabled. Auto d im cuts LCD power 50% when your n oteboo k is operatin gon battery po wer. To learn h ow t o d isable th is feature, see Changing

power settings on page 45.

Customizing the multi-functionbuttons

The Multi-function Keyboard utility lets you change the actions of some of

the multi-function buttons. For a description of the buttons, see

Multi-function button s on page 12.

To program the multi-function buttons:

1 ClickStart, then select Settings, then Control Panel.

2 Double-click the Multi-function Keyboard icon. The GatewayMulti-function Keyboard utility window opens.

3 Click the tab for the button to chan ge which program each bu tton starts.


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Using diskettes 21

Using diskettesThe diskette drive uses 3.5-inch diskettes (sometimes called floppies or floppy

disks). Diskettes are useful for saving files for archive purposes or to use on

another computer.

To use a diskette:

1 Insert the diskette into the diskette drive with the label facing up.

2 To access a file on the diskette, use a program to view the drive A:conten ts, th en locate an d open the file.

3 To rem ove th e diskette, m ake sure th e drive activity light is off, then pressthe diskette eject button. The diskette is ejected from the drive.

Warning Do not expose diskettes to water or magnetic fields.

Exposure could damage the data on the diskette.


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Using the CD/DVD drive and

multimedia featuresYou can use your com pu ter to en joy a wide variety of mu ltim edia (aud io and

video) features, such as makin g recordin gs, listening t o au dio CDs, an d

watching DVD movies.

Inserting a CD/DVD

To insert a CD/DVD:

1 Press the eject button on the CD/DVD drive, then pull the disc tray

completely op en.

2 Place the CD/DVD in the tray with the label side up, then press downcarefully on the disc until it snaps into place.

3 Push the tray in until it closes.

Adjusting the volume

You can u se th e volum e controls to adjust th e overall volum e and th e volum e

of specific soun d d evices in your com pu ter.

To adjust overall volume level:s Click th e volum e con trol icon on the taskbar, th en drag th e slider to

chan ge the volume or select the Mute check box to turn off all sound.

- OR -

On th e keyboard, press th e volume button s to chan ge th e volum e,

or press the mu te button to turn off all sound.


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Using the CD/DVD drive and multimedia features 23

To adjust specific volume levels:

1 Double-click th e volum e con trol icon on th e taskbar. TheSB AudioPCI 64V Mixer dialog box open s.

2 Drag the volume level and balance sliders for the device you want toadjust, then close the window. For mo re information about th e volume

controls, select Help in the Volume Control dialog box.


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Listening to audio CDsUse th e CD/DVD drive an d th e Win dows CD Player to play, pause,

fast-forward, rewind, or go to the next or previous track on any audio CD.

To play a CD:

s Insert an audio CD into t he CD/DVD drive. The CD Player opens an d

the CD plays.

If th e CD Player does not op en au tom atically when you insert th e CD,

open it from the Start menu by clicking Start, then selecting Programs,

Accessories, Entertainment or Multimedia, then CD Player. When the

CD Player open s, click th e (play) butt on .

If you do not hear the audio or you want to increase or decrease the volume,

see Adjusting the volume on page 22.


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Recording and playing audio filesUse the instructions below to make an audio recording by speaking into the

microphone.

To make an audio recording:

1 ClickStart, th en select Programs, Accessories, Entertainment or Multimedia,then Sound Recorder. The Sound Recorder opens.

2 Click the (record) button , then speak into the microphon e.

3 Wh en you fin ish recording, click th e (stop ) butt on .

4 Select File, then Save As. The Save As dialog box opens.

5 Name the recording, specify the path, then clickSave. The recording issaved.

To play an audio recording in the Sound Recorder:

1 Open the Sound Recorder.

2 Select File, then Open. The Open dialog box opens.

3 Select t he file you wan t t o p lay back, th en clickOpen.

4 Play th e file by clickin g th e (play) butt on , th en stop playing the fileby clicking th e (stop) butt on .


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Using the Media PlayerThe Media Player can play several types of audio an d video files, includin g

WAV, MIDI, MP3, AU, AVI, MPEG, an d M OV form ats.

To play a file using the Media Player:

1 ClickStart, th en select Programs, Accessories, Entertainment or Multimedia,then Media Player. The Media Player opens.

2 Select File, then Open. Th e Open dialog box open s.

3 Select th e file you wan t to play, th en clickOpen.

4 Play th e file by clickin g th e (play) butt on , th en stop playing the fileby clickin g th e (stop ) butt on .

For mo re in formation abou t th e Media Player, select Help.

Stop

Play

Pause

Video

screen

Video file

information


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Playing a DVDA Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) is similar to a stan dard CD bu t h as greater data

capacity. Because of th is in creased cap acity, full-lengt h m ovies, several album s

of mu sic, or several gigabytes of data can fit on a sin gle disc. If your com pu ter

h as a DVD drive, you can play DVDs on t h e DVD Player software.

To play a DVD:

1 Make sure th at th e speakers are turned o n o r the h eadph on es are pluggedin and that th e volume is turned up .

2 Click Start, then select Programs, DVD Player, then DVD Player. TheDVD Player video screen an d con trol panel open.

- OR -

If you have the optional Margi DVD-to-Go card an d player, in sert

th e DVD-to-Go card int o th e lower PC Card slot an d clickStart, then

select Programs, Margi, then DVD-to-Go.

3 Insert a DVD into th e DVD drive, th en click th e (play) butt on . TheDVD plays.

4 To control the DVD or adjust the volume, use the controls in the DVDplayer. For m ore informat ion on using th e DVD player, see its on lin e h elp.

Important You should disable your system screen saver and standby

timers to prevent interruption while playing a DVD movie.


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Connecting the modemYour n oteboo k came with a built-in V.90 56K m odem an d a teleph on e cable.

To connect the modem:

1 Insert one en d of the teleph on e cable into th e mod em jack on the backof the notebook.

2 Insert the oth er end of the telephon e cable into any an alog telephon ewall jack.

3 Turn on your notebook.

4 Start your communications software.

For more information on using your n otebooks modem conn ection s, see

Chapter 4, Gettin g On line.


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Connecting the network 29

Connecting the networkYour n otebook came with a bu ilt-in n etwork port that con n ects to any 10/100

Eth ernet n etwork.

To connect the network:

1 Insert one en d of th e network cable into th e network jack on the backof the notebook.

2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a network jack. Ask yourn etwork system adm inistrator to h elp you select the correct network jack.

Your n oteboo k is n ow ph ysically con n ected to th e netwo rk. Your n etwork

system ad m inistrator can h elp you log on to establish an active network

connect ion.


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Using PC CardsThe PC Card slots (also kn own as PCMCIA card slots) are located o n th e left

side of your n oteboo k. Install Type I or Type II PC Cards in eith er the t op o r

botto m PC Card slot. Install Type III PC Cards (such as Zoom ed Video or DVD

decoder cards) in th e bottom PC Card slot.

These PC Cards can be used in your notebook:

s PC Card 16

s PC Card 32 (CardBus)

s Zoomed Video cards (in bottom slot only)

You d o n ot n eed to restart your n otebook after ch angin g mo st cards because

your notebook supports hot-swapping (the ability to insert a PC Card wh ile

your n otebook is runn ing). If your PC Card does not work after hot-swapping,

refer to the PC Card man ufacturers documen tation for further information.

To insert a PC Card:

1 Insert the PC Card with the label facin g up.


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Using PC Cards 31

2 Slide th e card firm ly in to th e PC Card slot u n til it is flush with th e sideof the notebook.

3 Follow th e Wind ows Setup Wizard in stallation steps the first time youinsert a PC Card. Operate the device as recom m ended in th e guide th at

came with your PC Card.

To remove a PC Card:

1 Click the PC Card icon in th e taskbar.

2 Click the card you wan t to remove.

3 Click OK.

4 Release th e eject button by pressin g the PC Card eject butto n o n ce.

5 Eject th e PC Card by pressin g the eject butt on again .

6 Reset the eject butto n by pressing the PC Card eject button again .


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Using the USB portThe Universal Serial Bus (USB) port lets you connect devices such as mice,

joysticks, keyboards, scan n ers, video con ferencing cameras, and speakers th at

traditionally have requ ired t h eir own specific ports.

To set up a USB device:

1 Connect the device to the USB port. The USB-compatible device isautomatically recognized and installed by the system.

2 If addition al drivers or disks are required, follow th e on -screen prom ptsto complete the installation.


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Changing batteries 33

Changing batteries

To replace the battery:

1 Save all work and turn off your notebook.

2 Close th e cover and turn your n otebook over.

Important Batteries must be changed while the system is turned off

or in Hibernate mode. If the power is on during battery

swapping, the computer turns off and you lose any

unsaved work.

Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the Gateway Solo 2150 Li-Ion battery.

Discard used batteries according to the manufacturers

instructions.

The battery used in this device may present a fire or

chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Do not disassemble,

heat above 212F (100C), or incinerate. Dispose of usedbattery promptly. Keep away from children.


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3 Slide th e battery release latch forward an d h old it wh ile sliding th e batterystraight ou t from the n otebook.

4 Slide the recharged battery into the bay and snap it into place.

5 Turn t he n otebook right side up, th en op en th e cover.

6 Press the power button. The notebook restarts.


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Changing option bay modules 35

Changing option bay modulesYour n oteboo k has an o ption bay th at can h old a CD drive, DVD drive, or

ZIP drive.

To swap option bay modules:

1 Save all work and turn off your notebook. Make sure the notebook is

actually off, and not in Hibernate mode. For more information onHibernate mode, see Chan ging settin gs in Win dows 98 on page 45.

2 Close th e cover and turn your n otebook over.

3 Slide and ho ld the option bay latch open , then pull the m odule straightout and away from your notebook.

Important When changing modules, you must shut down your

notebook before replacing the module and restart the

notebook after the new module is correctly installed. If the

computer is already off, make sure it is not in Hibernate

mode and that Windows is completely shut down.


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4 Firmly push the new module straight into the bay until the latch clicksinto place.

5 Restart your notebook.


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Upgrading memory 37

Upgrading memoryTo add a m emo ry (RAM) mo dule, you m ust access the m emo ry bay. Your

n otebook has one m emory slot th at accepts one SO-DIMM m emory m odule.

If you want to use Hibernate (Save to Disk) mode to save power, you must

run a memory configuration utility after changing the memory. For more

information on Hibernate m ode, see Ch anging settin gs in Windows 98 on

page 45.

To add a memory module:

1 Shut down the notebook, then disconnect the power cord and removethe battery.

2 Turn the notebook over, then remove the two screws that secure thememory bay cover.

Caution Disconnect all power supply cords and remove the battery

before the memory bay cover is removed. Replace the

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3 Remove the cover.

4 Remove th e old mem ory modu le and insert the n ew one. For inform ationon adding or replacing m emory m odules, see Addin g or replacin gmem ory modules in Maintaining and Troubleshooting Your Gateway Solo

Notebook.

5 After inserting the new module, replace the memory bay cover.

To run the memory utility:

1 Reconnect power and start the system. Press F8 while the system isstarting. The Startup Menu opens.

2 Select Command prompt only by pressing the down arrow key, thenpressing ENTER. The com man d prom pt (C:\ >) appears.

3 Type chks2d , then press ENTER. The Hibernate mode memory file isregenerated.

4 Restart the computer.


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Replacing the hard driveYou can remove th e hard d rive from your n otebook to swap it for a second

h ard drive. If you add a n ew hard drive, use the docum entation t hat comes

with the hard drive to prepare the drive for use.

To replace the hard drive:

1 Save all work, then shut down your computer.

2 Close the cover and turn the n otebook over.

3 Disconn ect th e AC power, th en remove the battery. For instructions onremoving the battery, see Changing batteries on page 33.

4 Remove the screw that holds the hard drive to the notebook case.

Caution Do not expose the hard drive to liquid

or magnetic fields. Exposure could

damage the data on the hard drive.


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5 Slide the hard drive kit out.

6 Slide the new hard drive kit into the notebook case.

7 Secure the hard drive kit to the notebook case with the single screw.

8 Turn o n the n otebook when you are ready to use it .

9 If th is is a first-tim e installation , follow t h e instruction s th at cam e withthe hard drive to prepare the drive for use.


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3Travel TipsUse these ideas to make travelling with your computer more convenient and

trouble-free. Wh en travelling with out this man ual or an Intern et conn ection,

dou ble-click th e QuickAnswers icon on th e Win dows desktop for more

information about your compu ter and h ow to solve com m on problem s. This

chapter provides in formation on :

s Using the modem

s Tran sferring files

s Protecting your computer from loss and theft

s Efficiently managing your computers power


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Modems Brin g a telephon e cord to con nect th e mo dem t o an y available telephon e

jack. If travellin g intern ation ally, bring t eleph on e jack adapters or an

acoustic handset coupler.

s Bring a telephone line protector.

s Bring a telephone line tester to check for unsafe lines, especially if

travellin g intern ation ally.

s Bring remote access information with you so you can connect to your

ISP while ou tside of your u sual callin g area. A list of cou n try dialin g codes

may be especially useful.

s Down load en tire web sites that you frequen tly refer to for off-lin e viewin g

if you w ill be travellin g for exten ded periods withou t access to an Intern etconnect ion.

s If your modem has difficulty making a dialing connection, try picking

up a telephone handset and dialing the sequence your modem is

attempting. Dialing by h and m ay help diagn ose where the autom atic

dialing encounters problems:

s If you do no t get a dial ton e, check for problem s on t he t elephon e

line.

s If you get a busy signal, try dialing again later.

s If you h ear an auto m ated voice m essage that requ ires you to pause

for several seconds between entered number sequences or changethe sequence of numbers, adjust the dialing sequences you have

programm ed on your compu ter. If you n eed to program a pause

within a dialing sequence, use a comm a to represent a tw o-second

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Filess Make copies of your working files from your desktop computer to your

notebook before you travel.

s If you will need to access your desktop computer s files from your

n otebook wh ile travellin g, set up t he d esktop com put er for remo te access.

s Bring diskettes to quickly transfer files between computers.

Securitys Use a locking cable for your computer so you can leave your computer

in you r ho tel room wh ile you are away. Your Gateway n oteboo k has aKensington cable lock slot.

s Wh ile waiting in airports, train stations, or bus term inals, always keep

your comp uter with you . Wh ile goin g throu gh security checkpoints, be

ready to claim your notebook as soon as it passes through the x-ray

machine.

s Before going to sleep in a public area, place your computer under your

arm or against your leg so that any attempt to take it awakens you.

s Write down your computers model n um ber and serial num ber in case

of th eft or loss, and keep th e information in a safe place. Also, tape you r

business card or an address label to you r n oteboo k an d accessories.

s Use a start up p assword to restrict access to you r com pu ter. You can oftenfind the password setup in the Security menu of the BIOS.

s Remem ber that wh oever sits next to you or beh ind you can see your

com put er screen . Avoid working with con fiden tial docum ent s unt il you

can be sure of your privacy.


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PowerTo get th e best perform ance ou t of th e battery, use power sources other th an

the battery, monitor the battery charge status, and use the most efficient

power m anagement settings.

Use alternate power sources

s Use your com puters AC power adapter to charge your n otebooks battery

whenever possible. If travelling internationally, bring electrical adapters.

Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter.

s If you will have access to an EmPower in-flight power receptacle or an

autom obile cigarette lighter, brin g an airplane/ autom obile power adapter.

Save the battery for times when you cannot use a power adapter.

s To use the p ower adapter in airports, look for AC power ou tlets n ext to

support pillars, in large areas such as boarding gates, and under banks

of telephones.

s Bring a single-plug power surge protector.

s Bring an extra battery for your notebook and fully charge all batteries

before leaving on your trip. For information on ho w to ch ange the

battery, see Changing batteries on page 33.

Monitor the battery charge

Closely mon itor the batt ery ch arge. Wh en th e battery ch arge gets low, chan ge

the battery or connect to AC power im m ediately to preven t losing any

unsaved work. Monitor the battery charge by:

s Positioning the cursor over the power cord icon or battery icon in the

taskbar. A battery status pop up wind ow ap pears. Moving th e cursor away

from the icon closes the window.

s Pressing Fn+F2 to view th e Status p op-up display, wh ich ap pears in th e

upper left corner of the screen. The Status display shows the current

power source, the battery charge, and th e power man agemen t m ode.

s Watching for these other low battery warnings:

s Three beeps

s A red X appearing on th e battery icon in the taskbar

s A Low Battery message box appearing


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Conserve battery power

While using the battery to power your computer, conserve power by:s Dimming the display as low as is comfortable.

s Removing PC Cards when you do not need them . Many PC Cards use a

small amount of power while inserted, even if they are not being used.

s Modifyin g the Power Managemen t settin gs for maximu m power savings.

For more information on changing these settings, see Changing power

settings on page 45.

s Closin g the d isplay pan el to tu rn off the display while you are n ot using

your computer. The display stays off until you open the panel again.

s Enabling Hibernate m ode support an d u sing Hibernate m ode for power

savings while the computer is not in use. For more information on

Hibernate mode, see To enable Hibernate mode support: on page 49.

s Usin g th e CD/DVD drive on ly when n ecessary. CD an d DVD drives use

a large amount of power.

Changing power settingsYou can ch an ge the behavior of th e power butto n , Stan dby key, and

power-saving timers by changing power settings on your computer.

Changing settings in Windows 98

You can com pletely custom ize your com put ers power settings through th e

Windows Control Panel by selecting power schemes, setting power alarms,

adjusting advanced power settings, and enabling Hibernate mode.

Power schemes let you ch ange power savin g options such as when the

m on itor or h ard drive is turn ed off. You can also select on e of th e pre-defin ed

power schemes or make changes and save it as a custom power scheme.

Power alarms can alert you when the battery charge is low.

Advanced pow er settings let you reassign th e power button an d Stan dby key

to activate different power saving m odes.

Hibernate m ode saves more power th an o th er mod es because it uses no po wer

at all. Hibernate mode (also called save to disk) writes all current memory

(RAM) information to th e h ard drive, then turns th e compu ter com pletely off.

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from the h ard drive and Windows is restored to th e sam e condition wh en

you activated Hibernate, with the same app lication s runn ing and th e sam e

documents open.

To change the power scheme:

1 ClickStart, then select Settings, Control Panel, then double-clickPowerManagement. The Power Management Properties dialog box opens.

2 Select a pre-defined power scheme from the drop-down list. ThePortables/Laptop scheme changes the settings to maximize battery life.

- OR -

Set the timers for System Standby, Turn off monitor, and Turn off hard disks,

then save your custom power scheme by clicking Save As and typing in

a name.

3 App ly th e chan ges by clicking OK.


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To change the alarm options:

1 Click Start, then select Settings, Control Panel, then double-clickPowerManagement. The Power Management Properties dialog box opens.

2 Click the Alarms tab.

3 Adjust the alarm settings, then apply the changes by clicking OK.


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To change advanced power management settings:

1 ClickStart, then select Settings, Control Panel, then double-clickPowerManagement. The Power Management Properties dialog box opens.

2 Click the Advanced tab.

3 Change the settings, then save the changes by clicking OK.


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To enable Hibernate mode support:

1 Click Start, then select Settings, Control Panel, then double-clickPowerManagement. The Power Management Properties dialog box opens.

2 Click the Hibernate tab.

3 Select th e Enable hibernate support check box, th en clickApply. Hibern atem ode is n ow an option you can select in th e Advanced tab of th e Power

Management Properties dialog box. For more information on changing

th e Advan ced tab settings, see To chan ge advanced power man agem ent

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Changing settings in Windows 95

To chan ge power settings in Wind ows 95, you n eed to ent er the BIOS Setuputility.

To change power settings in Windows 95:

1 Turn on or restart your n otebook.

2 As soo n as a startup screen ap pears, press F2. The BIOS Setup ut ility o pen s.

3 Select th e Power m enu by usin g the righ t arrow key. Th e screen exam pleshown below is similar to what you see.

4 Navigate through th e options using the keys identified at th e bottom ofth e screen. The Item Specific Help colum n on th e righ t side of the screen

provides addition al in formation about each men u selection .

P ho e ni x BI OS Se t u p Ut i l i t y

Ma i n A dv a n c e d S ec u r i t y P o we r B o o t Ex i t

I t e m S p e c i f i c He l p

P owe r S wi t c h :L i d Swi t c h :

L o w B at t e r y B ee p :Co o l i n g Co n t r o l :

> AC Mo d e Po we r S a v i n g s :> DC Mo d e Po we r S a v i n g s :

R e s u m e On T i me :R e s u m e T i me :

R e s u m e On M o d e m Ri n g :S u s p e n d Mo d e a t R e s u me O n Ri n g :

[ On / Of f ][ B a c k l i g h t o f f ][ En a b l e d ][ Pe r f o r ma n c e ]

[ O f f ][ 0 0 : 0 0 : 0 0 ][ O f f ][ S T R]

S e t t h e po we r b u t t o n t oOn / O f f t o wo r k n o r ma l l y .S e t t o Su s p e n d / Re s u me t owo r k a s a s u s p e n d / r e s u meb u t t o n . Ho l d b u t t o n 5s e c o n d s t o s h u t o f fs y s t e m.

F 1 He l p S el e c t I t e m - / + C ha n g e Va l u e s F 9 Se t u p De f a u l tE SC E x i t s S e l e c t Me n u E n t e r S e l e c t > S u b- Me n u F 1 0 S a v e a n d E x i t


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The following settings are most commonly changed:

sPower switch sets power switch function ality. Wh en you press th e powerbutton , the n otebook can be set to eith er turn off or chan ge to Stand by

mode. Press the spacebar to select On/Off or Standby/Resume.

s Power Savingsprovides preset or custom ized power m an agemen t for both

AC Mode and DC Mode.

s Setting this option to Maximum Performance gives the best system

performance (fastest processing speed).

s Setting th is opt ion to Maximum Power Savings gives the best battery

performance.

s Setting th is option to Customized lets you m an ually set th e Standby,

Auto Suspend, Video, and Hard Disk timeouts, and lets you choose

wh eth er to h ave the LCD brightn ess decrease 50% wh ile usin g on lybattery p ower.

Changing settings in Windows NT

In Windows NT, you can set low battery warnings an d m on itor the tim e

remaining on the battery.

To set the low battery warning:

1 Double-click the battery icon or power cord icon in the taskbar. TheAPM for NT dialog box opens.

2 Click the Settings tab, then select the Enable Low Battery Warning check

box.

3 Click OK. When the battery charge is very low, a message box appearswarning you about the low battery.

To monitor the time remaining on the battery:

1 Double-click the battery icon or power cord icon in the taskbar. TheAPM for NT dialog box opens.

2 Click th e Power Status tab. Th e curren t battery charge an d estim ated timeremaining appears.

3 Click OK.


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53

4Using the InternetThis chapter provides information about the Internet and basic instructions

about setting up Gateway.netSM or Am erica On lin e (AOL) In tern et services.

These services give you access to th e World Wide Web (WWW), e-m ail, and

other Internet resources.


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54 Using the Internet

Learning about the InternetTh e Internetis a worldwide netw ork of com pu ters lin ked togeth er to provide

information to people everywhere. The two most popular services on the

Intern et are e-m ail and t h e World Wide Web. You can access th is n etwork by

connecting your computer to a phone line and signing up with an Internet

Service Provid er (ISP).

If you want to access the Internet you need:

s A modem a device that con n ects your com put er, usin g a teleph on e line,

to other computers or servers. If you have a modem jack on your

computer, you have a modem.

s An Internet Servic e Prov ider a service th at provides access to th e Intern et

th rough an ISP server. Wh en you con n ect to an ISP, th e ISP server lets you

access the Internet and your e-mail messages.

s A Web brow ser a program that displays information from the World

Wide Web.

s An e-mail program a program th at lets you create, sen d, an d receive

e-mail messages over the Internet.

Your computer

connects to the

Internet through

an ISP.

ISP Servers

let you connect to

the Internet and

access your e-mail

messages.

Internet Servers

store information so other

computers can access it

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Setting up an Internet account 55

Setting up an Internet accountBefore you can view the information on the Web, you need to set up an

Intern et accoun t with an Intern et Service Provider (ISP). If you selected

Gateway.net or AOL as an ISP, follow th ese instruction s to set up an d con n ect

to your account.

If you set up an accoun t with Gateway.net o r AOL, an Intern et e-m ail address

is created for you. After com pleting th e setup you are ready to access the

Internet.

To set up an Internet account with Gateway.net or AOL:

1 Double-click the Register with Gateway.net or the America Online icon.

2 Follow th e on -screen in structions. After setting up your accoun t, you canconnect to the Internet and access your e-mail services.

Accessing your Internet account

To connect to your Gateway.net or AOL Internet account:

1 Double-click the Connect to Gateway.net or America Online icon. TheCon nect dialog box open s.

2 Complete the member name and password information, then clickConnect. The computer dials the Internet account phone number.

After con n ectin g, the Web browser open s. For inform ation ab out t h e Web

and the Web browser, see Using th e World Wide Web on page 56.

To disconnect from your Gateway.net or AOL Internet account:

s Click X in th e top righ t corn er of the Web browser. Your com pu ter

disconn ects from th e Internet.

Important Make sure that your computer disconnects properly from

your Internet account. If you do not have an unlimited

hours ISP account, you may have to pay for the time that

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Connecting to a Web siteAfter you set up an accou nt with an Intern et Service Provider (ISP) such as

Gateway.net or AOL, you are ready to begin accessing th e m an y inform ation

sources on the World Wide Web.

To connect to a Web site:

1 Con nect to your Int ernet accoun t. After the comput er conn ects, thebrowser hom e page opens.

2 If you w ant to go t o a d ifferent Web site, type th e address (for exam plewww.gateway.com ) in th e browser address bar, th en click the GO but ton

next to the browser address bar.

- OR -

Click a link to a Web site.

The Web browser locates the server computer on the Internet, transfers

(downloads) data to your computer, and displays the page in the Web

browser.

Som etim es Web pages display slowly. The speed th at a Web page d isplays

on your screen depend s on th e complexity of the Web page and oth er

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Downloading files

Downloading is the process of transferring files from a computer on the

In ternet to a folder on your compu ter.

To prot ect your com pu ter against viruses, m ake sure th at you run a virus scan

on files th at you do wn load. For mo re in formation about scann ing for viruses,

see Maintaining and Troubleshooting Your Gateway Solo Notebook.

To download files or programs from a Web site:

1 Connect to your Internet account.

2 In th e address bar, type th e address of the Web site that con tains th e fileor program you want to down load, th en click the GO but ton n ext to the

browser address bar.

- OR -

Click on links to navigate to the Web site where you want to download

a file.

3 On your computer, create a folder where you want to store the file.

4 Click the link for the file that you want to download.

5 Follow the on-screen instructions to save the file in the folder that youcreated.

A copy of the file is down loaded to yo ur com pu ter. Th e time th at it takes

to transfer the file to your computer depends on file size and otherInternet cond ition s.

6 Open th e folder that you created.

7 Install or view the downloaded file by double-clicking it. If applicable,follow the instructions provided on the Web site to run or install the

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Using e-mailE-mail (electronic mail) programs let you send messages to anyone who has

an Intern et con n ection an d e-mail address. E-m ail is a free service of your

Internet accoun t.

The Internet never closes, so you can send e-mail messages at any time of

th e day o r n ight . You r e-m ail m essages arrive at m ost e-mail add resses in

minutes.

An e-mail address consists of a user nam e, the @ symbol, and th e Internet

dom ain n am e of th e In ternet Service Provider (ISP) or comp an y that hosts

th at u ser. Your e-m ail address is assigned wh en you sign up for an accoun t

with an ISP. For examp le, a person with an accou nt with th e Gateway.net ISP

might have an e-mail address that is similar to this one:

Sending e-mail

To send e-mail using Gateway.net or AOL:

1 Connect to your Gateway.net or AOL account.

2 Click Create Mail.

- OR -

Click Write.

3 Type the e-mail address of the recipient you want to send e-mail to inth e Send To box.

4 Type the subject of your e-mail in the Subject box.

5 Compose the e-mail message.

6 When finished, clickSend Now.

You r e-m ail is sen t over th e In tern et to th e e-m ail address you specified.

[email protected]

User name Internet domain name


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Checking your e-mail

To check your e-mail using Gateway.net or AOL:

1 Connect to your Gateway.net or AOL account.

2 ClickRead Mail.

- OR -

ClickRead.

For m ore information about man agin g and organizin g your e-mail

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5Getting HelpThis chap ter tells you abou t add ition al in formation resources available to h elp

you use your computer.

If th ese resources do n ot provide th e in formation you n eed, tech n ical suppo rt

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For more information . . .Gateway has provided th ese additional resources to help you get th e mo st out

of your Gateway PC.

Microsoft Windows guide

Use this guide to find information about using the operating

system , getting h elp, organizin g your files, using p rograms,

troubleshooting, and learning about other advanced features

such as con necting to a n etwork.

Discover Windows 98 tutorial

Use the interactive Windows

tutorial, DiscoverWindows 98, to become

more familiar with Windows

features an d learn m ore about

usin g and getting th e most out

of your computer.

Start th e program by clickin g

Start, then selecting Programs,

Accessories, System Tools,

then Welcome to Windows. Th e

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Online helpMany programs provide information online so you can research a topic or

learn how to perform a task while you are using the program. Most online

help information can be accessed by selecting a topic from a Help menu or

by clicking a Help but ton .

Usually you can search for information by looking for a keyword, browsing

throu gh th e content s of the on line h elp, or searchin g for a topic.


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QuickANSWERS

QuickAN SW ERS is an easily accessible interactive guide designed to help you

quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway computer.

Double-click the QuickAnswers icon to get h elp with everything from

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For more information . . . 65

Gateway Web siteGateway provides a variety of information on its Web site to help you use

your com puter.

Visit the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com for:

s Technical documentation and product manuals

s Technical tips and support

s Hardware drivers

s A glossary of com put er terms

s Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

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Before calling for technical supportIf you have a technical problem with your computer, follow these

recommendations before contacting Gateway technical support:

s Make sure th at your com puter is con nected properly to a grounded

AC outlet th at is supplying po wer. If you use a power strip, m ake sure

that it is switched on.

s If a periph eral such as a keyboard or mo use does no t app ear to work, make

sure that all cables are plugged in securely.

s If you h ave recent ly in stalled hardw are or software, make sure that yo u

have installed it according to the instructions provided with it. If you

did not purchase the hardware or software from Gateway, refer to the

manufacturers docum entation and tech nical supp ort resources.

s If you have how to questions about using a program, consult:

s Online Help

s Printed documentation

s The Microsoft Windows manual

s The software pu blishers Web site

s Con sult th e troublesh ooting chap ter of th is guide or th e appropriate chapter

of the Maintaining and Troubleshooting guide.

Warning To avoid bodily injury, do not attempt to troubleshoot your

computer problem if:

s Power cords or plugs are damageds Liquid has been spilled into your computers Your computer was droppeds The cabinet was damaged

Instead, unplug your computer and contact a qualified

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Technical support resourcesGateway offers a wide range of custom er service, techn ical support, an d

informat ion services. If you h ave questions or problem s, con tact th e Gateway

service that is most appropriate for your needs:

Resource Service description How to reach

Automated

troubleshooting

system (ATS)

Use an automated menu system and your telephone keypad to

find answers to a common problems.

800-846-2118

FaxBack

support

Order a catalog of documents on common problems, then order

documents by document numbers. The documents will be faxed

to you.

800-846-4526

Gateways

fee-based

software

tutorial service

Get tutorial assistance for software issues billed by the issue or

by the minute.

800-229-1103 (by issue)

900-555-4695 (by minute)

World Wide

Web

Access a variety of online information about Gateway, its

products, and its software and hardware manufacturers.

www.gateway.com/support

Online

technical

support

Get answers to questions using e-mail. Make sure you include

a detailed description of your problem including any error

messages and steps you have taken to solve the problem.

Include your e-mail address, name, customer ID or order

number, and system information.

[email protected]

Gateway Client

Care

Talk to a Gateway Client Care representative about a non-tutorial

support question. Make sure you are at your computer where

you can try troubleshooting ideas with the technician. Be

prepared to explain the problem including any error messages

you have received or steps that you have taken to solve the

problem. Have your e-mail address, name, customer ID or order

number, serial number, and system information available.

Desktop:

800-846-2301 (US)

Portable:

800-846-2302 (US)

800-846-3609 (Canada)

Gateway.net

AOL

CompuServe

Get support for your ISP account. 877-247-2051

800-827-6364

800-848-8990

Sales,

accounting,

and warranty

Get information about available systems, pricing orders, billing

statements, warranty service, or other non-technical issues.

800-846-2000


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6Safety,Regulatory, andNotices

Important safety informationYour Gat eway system is designed an d tested to m eet th e latest stand ards for safety of inform ation

techno logy equipmen t. However, to en sure safe use of this product, it is importan t th at th e safety

instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed.

Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against

personal injury and damage to your Gateway system.


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Setting up your systems Read and follow all instructions marked on th e product and in th e documen tation before you

operate your system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use.s Do n ot u se this product n ear water or a heat source such as a radiator.

s Make sure you set up the system on a stable work surface.

s The product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the rating

label.

s If your com puter h as a voltage selector switch, m ake sure th at th e switch is in th e proper

position for your area. The voltage selector switch is set at the factory to the correct voltage.

s Openin gs in th e compu ter case are provided for ventilation . Do no t block or cover these

openin gs. Make sure you provide adequate space, at least 6 inches (15 cm), around th e system

for vent ilation wh en you set up your work area. Never insert objects of any kind in to th e

computer ventilation openings.

s Som e products are equipped with a th ree-wire power cord to m ake sure that the p roduct is

properly groun ded wh en in u se. The plug on th is cord will only fit into a groun ding-type outlet.

This is a safety feature. If you are un able to insert th e plug into an out let, con tact an electrician

to install the appropriate outlet.s If you use an extension cord with th is system, m ake sure that th e total ampere rating on the

products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.

s If your system is fitted with a TV Tuner, cable, or satellite receiver card, make sure that the

antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to prevent against voltage surges and build

up of static charges.

Care during uses Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.

s Do n ot spill anyth ing on th e system. The b est way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking

near your system.

s Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the system board. There is a danger of

explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery with the same or

equivalent type recomm ended by th e m anu facturer. Dispose of batteries according to th e

manufacturers instructions.

s Wh en th e compu ter is turned off, a small amoun t of electrical current still flows throu gh th e

compu ter. Always un plug all power cables and m odem cables from th e wall outlets before

cleaning th e system.

s Unplug t he system from t he wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personn el if:

s The power cord or p lug is dam aged.

s Liquid h as been spilled int o th e system.

s The system does not operate properly when th e operating instructions are followed.

s The system was dropped or th e cabinet is damaged.

s The system performan ce changes.


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Replacement parts and accessories

Use only replacemen t p arts and accessories recomm ended by Gateway.

Important Do not use Gateway products in areas classified as

hazardous locations. Such areas include patient care

areas of medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden

environments, or industrial facilities.

Caution To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger

telecommunications line cord.


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Regulatory compliance statements

American users

FCC Part 15

This device has been tested an d foun d to comp ly with th e lim its for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of th e FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harm ful in terference in a residential installation. This equip m ent gen erates, uses, an d can

radiate radio frequen cy energy and, if not in stalled and used in accordance with t he in struction s,

may cause harmful int erference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipm ent does cause

interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by tu rning th e equipmen t

off and on , the user is encouraged to try to correct th e interference by one o r mo re of the following

measures:

s

Reorient or relocate th e receiving anten nas Increase the separation between th e equipm ent an d receiver

s Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver

is connected

s Consult th e dealer or an experienced radio/TV techn ician for h elp.

Declaration of conformity

Responsible party:

Gateway Comp anies, Inc.610 Gateway Drive, North Sioux City, SD 57049

(605) 232-2000 Fax: (605) 232-2023

Product:

s Gateway Solo 2150

This device comp lies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this produ ct is subject to th e

following two con ditions: (1) th is device may n ot cause harm ful interference, and (2) th is device

mu st accept an y interference received, including interference th at m ay cause und esired operation.

Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

Gateway could void the FCC Compliance and negate your

authority to operate the product.

Caution The Federal Communications Commission warns the

users that changes or modifications to the unit not

expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user s authority to operate the

equipment.


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Canadian users

ICES-003

This digital apparatu s does no t exceed the Class B limits for radio noise em ission s from digital

apparatus as set out in th e radio interference regulations of Industry Can ada.

Le prsent appareil num rique n m et pas de bruits radiolectriques dpassant les limites

applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dan s le rglement sur le brouillage

radiolectrique dict par Industrie Canada.

DOC notice (for products fitted with an IC compliant modem)

The Industry Can ada label identifies certified equipm ent. This certification m eans th at th e

equipm ent meets certain telecomm un ications n etwork protective, operation, and safety

requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users

satisfaction.

Before in stalling th is equipm ent , users shou ld m ake sure th at it is perm issible to be con nected

to th e facilities of the local telecomm un ications com pany. The equ ipmen t m ust also be installed

using an acceptable meth od o f conn ection . In some cases, the in side wiring associated with asingle-line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly. The

customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent

degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipm ent should be m ade by an auth orized Canad ian m aintenan ce facility

designated by t he supplier. Any repairs or alterations mad e by th e user to th is equipm ent, or

equipm ent m alfun ctions, may give the telecom mu nications compan y cause to request th e user

to disconn ect the equipment .

Users shou ld make sure for th eir own protection th at th e electrical groun d conn ections of th e

power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected

together. This precaution m ay be particularly imp ortant in ru ral areas.

Th e Ringer Equivalen ce Num ber (REN) assigned to each term inal device provides an in dication

of the maximum number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone interface. The

termination on an interface may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the

requirem ent th at th e sum of th e Ringer Equivalence Num bers of all the devices does not exceed 5.

Warning To avoid electrical shock or equipment malfunction do not

attempt to make electrical ground connections by yourself.

Contact the appropriate inspection authority or an

electrician, as appropriate.


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European users

European directives

This Information Techn ology Equipm ent h as been tested and foun d to com ply with the following

European directives:

s EMC Directive 89/336/EEC amending directive 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC as per

- EN 50081-1:1992 according to

EN 55022:1994 Class B

EN 61000-3-2:1995 or EN 60555-2:1987

EN 61000-3-3:1995 or EN 60555-3:1987

- EN 50082-1:1992 according to

EN 61000-4-2:1995 or IEC 801-2:1984

EN 61000-4-3:1996 or IEC 801-3:1984

EN 61000-4-4:1995 or IEC 801-4:1988s Low Voltage Directive (Safety) 73/2 3/ EEC as per EN 6095 0:1992 (A1/A2/ A3/A4/A11)

European telecommunication information (for products fitted with EU approved

modems)

Marking by th e symbol indicates comp liance of th is equipm ent to th e Telecom

Termin al Equip m ent an d Satellite Earth Station s Directive 98/13/ EEC. Such m arking is in dicative

that th is equipm ent m eets or exceeds the following techn ical stand ards:

CTR21 (1998) - Attachm ent requiremen ts for pan-European ap proval for conn ection to th e

an alogue Public Switched Teleph on e Netwo rks (PSTNs) of TE (excludin g TE supp ortin g voice

telephony services) in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of Dual Tone Multi

Frequency (DTMF) signaling.

This equipm ent h as been approved t o Coun cil Decision 98/482/EECCTR 21 for Pan-Europ ean

single terminal connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to

differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not,

of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN termination

point. In the event of problems, you should contact Gateway customer support.

Warning Although this equipment can use either loop disconnect

(Pulse) or DTMF (Tone) signaling, only the performanceof the DTMF signaling is subject to regulatory

requirements for correct operation. It is therefore strongly

recommended that the equipment is set to use DTMF

signaling for access to public or private emergency

services. DTMF signaling also provides faster call setup.


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Japanese users

VCCI statement

This equipm ent is in th e Class B category (Inform ation Techn ology Equipm ent t o be used in a

residential area or an adjacent area thereto) and con forms to th e standards set by th e Voluntary

Cont rol Council for Int erference by Inform ation Techn ology Equipm ent aim ed at preventing

radio int erferen ce in such resident ial areas. When used n ear a radio or TV receiver, it m ay becom e

the cause of radio interference. Read instructions for correct handling.


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Australia and New Zealand users

EMI statement

This device has been tested an d foun d to comp ly with th e limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to th e Australian/ New Zealand stand ard AS/NZS3548 set out b y th e Australian

Com mu nications Auth ority and Radio Spectrum Managemen t Agency.

New Zealand telecommunication statement (for products fitted with Telepermitapproved modems)

The grant of a Telepermit for an y item of term inal equipm ent indicates on ly that Telecom has

accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It

indicates no endo rsemen t of th e product b y Telecom, n or does it provide any sort of warranty.

Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another

item of Telepermitted equ ipmen t of a different m ake or model, nor does it imp ly that any p roduct

is compatible with all of Telecom s n etwork services.

This equipm ent shall not be set up to m ake autom atic calls to th e Telecom 11 1 Emergency

Service.

Som e param eters requ ired for com pliance with Telecoms Telepermit requ iremen ts are depend ent

on the equipm ent (PC) associated with this device. The associated equ ipmen t shall be set to

operate within th e following limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications:

(a) There shal l be no more than 10 calls to the same num ber within any 30-minute period for

any single man ual call initiation , and

(b) The equipment shal l go on-hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between th e end

of one a t tempt and the beginn ing of the next a t tempt.

The equipm ent shall be set to m ake sure th at autom atic calls to different n um bers are spaced

such that th ere is no less than 5 seconds between th e end of one cal l at tempt and the beginn ing

of another.

The equ ipmen t shall be set to m ake sure that calls are answered between 3 an d 30 second s of

receipt of ringing.

Important Under power failure conditions, this telephone may not

operate. Make sure that a separate telephone, not

dependent on local power, is available for emergency use.


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Laser safety statementAll Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety

stand ards, in cludin g IEC 825. The laser devices in th ese com pon ent s are classified as Class 1 Laser

Products un der a US Departm ent o f Health an d Hum an Services (DHHS) Radiation Perform ance

Stand ard. Shou ld th e un it ever need servicing contact an auth orized service location.

Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of

procedures other than those specified in this manual may

result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent

exposure to laser beams, do not try to open the enclosure

of a CD or DVD drive.


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NoticesCopyright 1999 Gateway, Inc.All Rights Reserved4545 Town Centre CourtSan Diego, CA 92121 USA

All Rights Reserved

This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or

transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway.

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes

are made periodically. These changes are incorporated in newer publication editions. Gateway may improve

and/or change products described in this publication at any time. Due to continuing system improvements,

Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product

updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com . In no event will Gateway be liable for direct,

indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this

manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

In the interest of continued product development, Gateway reserves the right to make improvements in this

manual and the products it describes at any time, without notices or obligation.

Trademark Acknowledgments

AnyKey, black-and-white spot design, CrystalScan, Destination, EZ Pad, EZ Point, Field Mouse, Solo, TelePath,

Vivitron, stylized G design, and Youve got a friend in the business slogan are registered trademarks and

GATEWAY, Gateway Profile, Gateway Solo, Gateway Astro, green stylized GATEWAY, green stylized Gateway

logo, and the black-and-white spotted box logo are trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Intel, Intel Inside logo, and

Pentium are registered trademarks and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, and

Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other product names mentioned

herein are used for identification purposes only, and may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective companies.


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Index

AAC power14

adapters44outlets44

accessories71acoustic handset coupler42activity lights15adapter

AC14airplane/automobile power adapter44Am erica On line. See AOL

AOL

checking e-mail60connecting to 55disconnecting from 55icon 55sending e-mail59setting up 55

AU file26audio

output 13record 15

audio CD

playing24

auto dim with battery20AVI file26

Bbattery

bay 16, 17changing33charge status44charging13indicator light13managing power45release latch 17 , 34

browser

but ton 12busy signal42but tons

configurable 12E-ma il12Help 12multi-function 12mute12on/off 12power12programmable12Shortcut12user12volume12Web browser12

Ccable43cable lock16Caps Lock

indicator light11CD/DVD22

activity light15drive15 , 17, 35eject button 15indicator light11inserting22

manual eject15playing audio CDs24release latch 17

changing

batteries33drives35modules35

checking e-mail60Client Care

contacting67tips before contacting66

combination keys6computer

usin g on line help63usin g Qu ickANSWERS64

configurable button 12


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connecting

external keyboard 10

extern al mou se8, 10ISP account 55modem 28network29Web site57

controls

volume22copyright notice79coupler

acoustic handset 42customizing

multi-function buttons20touchpad10

DDC power14dial tone42dialing

codes42pause42sequence 42

disc drive15discon n ectin g ISP accou nt 55diskette15, 43

activity light15

drive15, 21eject button 15indicator light 11

display20adjusting20type17

documentation

Gateway Web site65online help 63QuickANSWERS64

domain n ame59downloading software58drives

CD/DVD22diskette21

DVD 27

decoder card 30drive15 , 35

DVD-to-Go27playing27

Eeject button 15, 16ejecting a PC Card 31E-ma il

but ton 12e-mail59

address59checking60organizing60sending59software54

emergency eject 15EmPower adapter44external

keyboard10, 14microphone15moni tor14mouse8 , 10 , 14speakers15

EZ Pad 8

F

fan outlet14files43copying43transferring43

flopp y d rive15Fn keys6, 7fun ction keys6 , 7

GGateway

Web address65Web site65

Gateway.net

checking e-mail60connecting to55disconnecting from 55


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icon 55sending e-mail59

setting up 55

Hhan dset coupler42hard drive15, 17

indicator light11replacing39

Headphon es jack15help

onl ine63Help bu tton 12Hibernate mode4 , 13hot-swapping30hyperlinks56

Iindicator lights11insertin g CD/DVD22Internet42, 54

connecting to 55disconnecting from 55setting up ISP55

In tern et Service Provider. See ISP

ISP54setting up 55

Jjacks

Headphones15Microphone In 15Modem 14, 28Speakers15

KKensington cable lock16, 43keyboard 6

customizing20external10

function keys7multi-function buttons20port 14

keypad6keys

combination 6Fn 6function 6Windows6

Llabel17latches13LCD

adjusting20latches13screen 20

lights

indicators11line protector42line tester42links

Web pages56locking cable43

Mmanual eject15Margi DVD-to-Go27Media Player26memory37

bay 17removing37Microph one In 15MIDI file26model number17 , 43modem 14, 42 , 54

connecting28international adapter42jack14 , 28

modular bay17 , 35latch 17

moni tor

port14

mouseexternal10port14


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MOV file26MP3 file26

MPEG file26multi-function buttons12

customizing20multimedia22

Media Player26playing audio CD24playing DVD27Sou n d Recorder25

mute but ton 12

Nnavigating

Web site56network

cable29connecting 29port29

n um eric keypad6

Ooff-line viewing42on/off

but ton 12mode4

online help 63 , 64

opt ion bay35

PPad Lock

indicator light 11panel

latches13Parallel port 14password 43PC Card 30

ejecting 16, 31icon 31slots16

PCMCIA card 30ejecting 16, 31icon 31

slots16playing

audio CD24audio/ video files25, 26DVD 27Media Player file26

pointing device

customizing10touchpad8

ports

external VGA14Headphones15Keyboard14Microphone In 15Mouse14Network14 , 29Parallel14power14Printer14PS/214serial14USB14 , 32

power44AC2battery45but ton 4, 12indicator light13

port14settings in Windows 95 50settings in Windows 98 45settings in Windows NT51starting up 4

power management 44Printer port 14processor speed 17programm able button 12PS/2 port 14

QQuickANSWERS41

using64


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RRAM

bay 17removing37

recording a file15Soun d Recorder25

regulatory compliance

Australian users77Canadian users74European users75Japanese users76New Zealan d users77U.S. users72

release latches13remote access42, 43removable hard drive15removing a PC Card 31replacing

batteries33CD/DVD drives35h ard drive39memory 35, 37modules35 , 37

Ssafety p recautions69, 70Save to Disk mode13

screen 20Scroll Lockindicator light11

security43sending e-mail59serial number17, 43Serial port14setting up

ISP account 55safety precaution s69

Sh ortcut button 12SO-DIMM m odu le

adding37

bay 17software

down loadin g from Web site58

sound

adjusting volum e22

controls12, 22mut ing22

Soun d Recorder

making audio recordings25playing file25

speakers13controls12external15

Standby/Resume mode4 , 13Start button key6starting your n otebook4surge prot ector44system identification 17

Ttechnical support

automated troubleshooting67Client Care67e-mail67FaxBack support67resources66, 67tips before contacting66tutorial service67World Wide Web67

te lephone

cable28handset42line protector42line tester42

theft43touchpad8

customizing10travel tips41turnin g off com puter5

UUniversal Serial Bus. See USB port

USB port14, 32

user name59


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