Gateway 200ARC Reference Manual

About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Accessing the online User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Gateway contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Gateway model and serial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity . . . ...

Inserting a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Using a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Removing a memory card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Adding and removing a PC Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Usi ...

Caring for your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Cleaning your notebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Cleaning the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Cleaning the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Cleaning the note ...

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Status indicators . . . ...

• About this guide • Accessing the online User Guide • Gateway contact information • Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • For more information ...

2 About this guide This guide includes information and maintenance instructions that are specific to your model of Gateway notebook. For all other notebook information, see your online User Guide. Accessing the online User Guide In addition to this guide, the online User Guide has been included on your hard drive. The User Guide is an in-depth, easy-to-read manual that includes information on the following topics: ■Help an ...

3 Gateway contact information Gateway model and serial number Important The label shown in this section is for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies your notebook model and its features. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for assistance. Microsoft Certificate of Authent ...

4 For more information For more information about your notebook, visit Gateway’s Support page at www.gateway.com or the Web address shown on your notebook’s label. The Support page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. ...

6 Front Left Battery charge indicator Power indicator Component Icon Description Power indicator ■LED on - notebook is on. ■LED blinking - notebook is in Standby mode. ■LED off - notebook is off. Battery charge indicator ■LED blue - battery is fully charged. ■LED purple - battery is charging. ■LED blinking red - battery charge is very low. ■LED solid red - battery is malfunctioning. Ventilation fan Monito ...

this port. For more information, see “Viewing the display on a projector or monitor” on page 37. 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 notebook. Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not wor ...

8 Right IEEE 1394 port Modem jack Ethernet jack USB ports Microphone jack Headphone jack Kensington lock slot Component Icon Description USB ports Plug USB devices (such as a CD or DVD drive, diskette drive, flash drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into these ports. 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 ...

Hard drive bay Battery Customer care label Speaker Speaker Ventilation fan Component Icon Description Hard drive bay The hard drive is located in this bay. For more information, see “Replacing the hard drive kit” on page 70. Speakers Provide audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. Memory bay Install a memory module into this bay. For more information, see “Adding or replacing mem ...

10 Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components. Warning: Do not work for long periods with the notebook resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, the 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 notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected shutdown or permanent damage to the notebook. Caution: Provide adequate s ...

configure the power button for Standby/Resume mode. For more information on configuring the power button mode, see “Changing notebook power settings” on page 47. Keyboard Provides all the features of a full-sized, computer keyboard. For more information, see “Using the keyboard” on p ...

• Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to a network • Starting your notebook • Turning off your notebook • Restarting (rebooting) your notebook • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard • Using the EZ Pad touchpad • Adjusting the volume • Turning your wireless radio on or off ...

14 Connecting the AC adapter Warning Do not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters. Caution Make sure that you use the AC adapter that came with your notebook or one of the same type purchased from Gateway. Replace t ...