Frequently Asked Questions
      

Battery
   arrowHow do I recalibrate the battery on this notebook?
   arrowHow do I connect the AC adapter to my notebook?
   arrowHow do I conserve battery power on my notebook?
   arrowHow do I charge the battery on this notebook?
   arrowHow do I install or replace the main battery in this notebook?
   arrowHow do I install a secondary battery in this notebook's modular bay?

BIOS
   arrowHow do I enter the BIOS Setup Utility on this computer?
   arrowHow do I access the Boot menu options on this notebook computer?

Bluetooth
   arrowHow can I determine if a Bluetooth device in the computer is working properly in Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I install a Bluetooth device in Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I turn this notebook's optional Bluetooth on and off?
   arrowHow do I install a Bluetooth device in Windows Vista?
   arrowHow do I keep the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar from disappearing?

Docking
   arrowHow do I connect and disconnect the optional port replicator to the notebook?

Drives
   arrowHow do I replace the component in this notebook's modular bay?

Fingerprint Reader
   arrowHow do I enroll my fingerprints for the optional fingerprint reader?
   arrowHow do I use the Fingerprint Control Center (UPEK Protector Suite QL Software)?
   arrowIs there a knowledge base of issues with Protector Suite QL?

General
   arrowWhy is my notebook computer so warm?

Hard Drive
   arrowHow do I replace the hard drive in this notebook?

Keyboard
   arrowHow do I use the Function (Fn) and System keys on this Gateway notebook?

Memory
   arrowHow do I determine my notebooks installed memory?
   arrowHow do I add or replace memory modules in this Gateway notebook?
   arrowWhy does my notebook memory operate at a lower frequency than what it is capable of?
   arrowWhat is dual channel memory?

Memory Card Reader
   arrowWhat do the media types for a memory card reader look like?

Modem
   arrowWhat steps can I try if my modem does not dial or does not connect?
   arrowHow do I physically connect the dial-up modem to my Gateway notebook?

Network
   arrowHow do I physically connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network?
   arrowWhat do the network connection lights mean?

PC Card
   arrowHow do I use a PC Card in my notebook?

Power Management
   arrowHow do I change advanced power management settings on my notebook using Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I activate and use hibernate mode on my notebook using Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I change alarm options on my notebook using Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I use Standby on my notebook using Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I customize the power settings on my notebook using Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I change power settings on my notebook using Windows Vista?
   arrowHow do I change the power scheme on my notebook using Windows XP?

Processor
   arrowHow do I determine my notebook's processor speed?

Security
   arrowHow can I put a lock on my notebook computer?
   arrowWhat is a smart card?

Touchpad
   arrowHow do I change the touchpad, settings in Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I change the touchpad, settings in Windows Vista?

Video/Display
   arrowHow do I view the notebook display on an external monitor or projector in Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I clean the notebook's LCD screen?
   arrowHow do I view the notebook display on an external monitor in Windows Vista?
   arrowHow do I view the notebook display on a projector in Windows Vista?
   arrowHow do I view the notebook display on a television in Windows Vista?
   arrowHow do I enable dual monitor display with ATI video in Windows XP?
   arrowHow do I enable dual monitor display with Intel video in Windows XP?

Wireless Networking
   arrowHow do I turn this notebook's wireless on and off?