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Identifying your model
Gateway model number
The label on the bottom of your notebook contains information that identifies 
your notebook model and its features. Gateway Technical Support will need this 
information if you call for assistance.
Gateway serial number
You can locate the Gateway serial number:

Printed on a white sticker on the bottom or back of your notebook.

Printed on the customer invoice that came with your notebook. The 
invoice also contains your customer ID number.

Displayed in HelpSpot in Windows XP. Click Start, Help and Support, then 
click 
View product serial number.
ImportantThe labels shown in this section are for informational 
purposes only. Label information varies by model, features 
ordered, and location.
Gateway model number 
						

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Internal wireless label
A label similar to the following indicates your computer contains a wireless 
communications device. The label is located on the bottom of your notebook.
Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity
The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your 
notebook includes the product key code for your operating system.
IEEE 802.11b RLAN Approvals:
FCC ID HFS9550015318
CANADA ID 1787104509A 
						

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Finding your specifications
For more information about your computer, such as memory size, memory type, 
and hard drive size, go to the 
My Computer Info link in HelpSpot or visit Gateway’s 
eSupport page at support.gateway.com
. The eSupport page also has links to 
additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications.
In Windows XP, view your computer’s serial number by clicking 
Start, Help and 
Support
, then clicking View system serial number. Check your specifications by 
clicking 
Start, Help and Support, then clicking See your PC’s configuration. 
						

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You can also find out more about your computer at the Gateway eSupport site. 
Visit support.gateway.com
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Accessories
Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your 
notebook. To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at 
accessories.gateway.com
.
Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters
If you run your notebook on battery power for extended periods, you may want 
to buy an additional battery so you can swap batteries when necessary. See 
“Changing batteries” on page 151 for more information about using an 
additional battery in your notebook.
With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you can save battery power by 
plugging your notebook into an automobile cigarette lighter or an airplane 
in-flight power receptacle.
Carrying cases
Gateway has large-capacity carrying cases if you need additional space for 
accessories or supplies.
Docking station
Although you can attach devices directly to your notebook, a docking station 
lets you make all of those connections at one time. When you travel with your 
notebook, you merely disconnect from the docking station instead of 
unplugging all the devices.
A docking station also provides additional ports and other expansion features 
not included with your notebook. See “Checking Out Your Gateway 200 
Docking Station” on page 17 for more information about using a docking 
station with your notebook.
Peripheral devices
You can attach devices (such as a keyboard, mouse, printer, or monitor) to your 
notebook or docking station.
Memory
Large programs, such as multimedia games or graphics programs, use a lot of 
memory. If your programs are running more slowly than you think they should, 
try adding more memory. See “Adding or replacing memory” on page 246 for 
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Printers
You can attach almost any type of printer to your notebook. The most common 
types are inkjet and laser printers, which print in color or black and white. See 
“Installing a printer, scanner, or other peripheral device” on page 48 for more 
information about attaching a printer to your notebook.
Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive, but they are slower than 
laser printers. Using an inkjet color printer, you can print pictures, banners, 
and greeting cards, as well as documents.
Laser printers and cartridges are more expensive, but they print much faster 
than inkjet printers. Laser printers are better than inkjet printers when you are 
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Docking Station
The docking station gives you access to additional drives 
and ports not found on your notebook.
The docking station also gives you a convenient way to 
attach external devices such as a monitor or a full-size 
keyboard. Although devices can be attached directly to the 
ports on your notebook, the docking station lets you make 
all of those connections in one step.
Read this chapter to learn how to identify the features of 
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Component Description
Docking connector Connect your notebook to this connector.
Warning! Power is passed through this connection. This 
docking connection is certified to UL 1950 for use only 
with Gateway 200 notebooks.
3.5-inch module bay release latch Slide to release the module.
5.25-inch module bay release latch Slide to release the module.
Docking connector
3.5-inch 
module bay 
release latch 5.25-inch
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Front
Component Description
5.25-inch modular bay Use this bay for a DVD, CD-RW, or combination 
DVD/CD-RW drive. For more information, see “Changing 
drives” on page 96.
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 94.
Undock button Press this button to prepare your notebook to be 
undocked while your notebook is turned on. For more 
information, see “Separating from the docking station” on 
page 33.
3.5-inch modular bay Use this bay for a diskette drive. For more information, 
see “Changing drives” on page 96.
3.5-inch 
modular bay 5.25-inch 
modular bayUndock 
button