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Using the EZ Pad touchpad
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Using the EZ Pad touchpad
The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad, two buttons, and a rocker switch.
ImportantYour notebook was sent from Gateway with the touchpad 
turned on. For instructions on how to turn the touchpad on 
or off, see “Turning the touchpad or pointing device on or 
off” on page 184.
Left touchpad 
buttonRight touchpad 
button Rocker 
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When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer (arrow) on the screen 
moves in the same direction.
You can use the EZ-Pad left and right buttons below the touchpad to select 
objects. You can assign a function to the rocker switch between the touchpad 
buttons. This function can be to scroll up or down, maximize or minimize the 
active window, or open and close the Start menu. For instructions on how to 
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www.gateway.com Select an object 
on the screen.Position the pointer over the object. 
Quickly press and release the left 
button once. This action is called 
clicking.
Start a program 
or open a file or 
folder.Position the pointer over the object. 
Press the left button twice in rapid 
succession. This action is called 
double-clicking.
Access a shortcut 
menu or find 
more information 
about an object 
on the screen.Position the pointer over the object. 
Quickly press and...

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Using the optional EZ Point 
pointing device
ImportantYour notebook was sent from Gateway with the pointing 
device turned on. For instructions on how to turn the 
pointing device on or off, see “Turning the touchpad or 
pointing device on or off” on page 184.
Button Function
Pointing device■Move the pointer (arrow) on the screen or scroll a 
document on the screen (see Scroll).
■Single tap to select an item.■Double tap to open an item or start a program.■Tap...

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Using the optional EZ Point pointing device
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For instructions on how to adjust the double-tap speed, pointer speed, 
right-hand or left-hand configuration, and other pointing device settings, see 
“Changing the touchpad and pointing device settings” on page 186.
Replacing the EZ Point pointing device cap
The cap on the pointing device is removable. If the cap becomes worn or 
damaged, remove the cap from the stick and replace it with one of the spares 
included with your notebook. If...

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Using the optional fingerprint 
reader
Your notebook may include the optional fingerprint reader that provides 
enhanced security and convenience. Features include:
■Secure logon to Windows and fast user switching between user accounts
■Password bank feature which records and replays passwords used in 
Windows and Web-based applications.
■A safe or folder for storing encrypted files that only a user with a matching 
fingerprint can access
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Using the optional fingerprint reader
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Enrolling your fingerprints
Before you can use the features of the fingerprint reader, you must enroll your 
fingerprints so your notebook can identify you.
To enroll your fingerprints:
1Click Start, Protector Suite QL, then click Welcome.
2Click Enroll Now. The User Enrollment wizard opens.
3Type your Windows password, then click Next. The Enrollment Hints screen 
appears.
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Connecting the modem
Your notebook has a built-in 56K modem that you can use to connect to a 
standard telephone line.
To connect the modem:
1Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack on the left 
side of your notebook.
2Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack. The 
modem will not work with digital or PBX telephone lines.
3Start your notebook, then start your communications program.
WarningTo reduce the risk of fire, use...

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Connecting to a wired Ethernet network
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Connecting to a wired Ethernet 
network
Your notebook has a network jack that you can use to connect to a 10/100/1000 
wired Ethernet network.
To connect to a wired Ethernet network:
1Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack on the left 
side of your notebook.
2Insert the other end of the network cable into a network jack. Ask your 
network administrator to help you select the correct network jack.
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Broadband Internet connections
You can use your notebook’s Ethernet jack for more than just networking. Many 
broadband Internet connections, such as cable modems and DSL modems, 
connect to your notebook’s Ethernet jack. For more information, see “Using 
the Internet” on page 73 and “Networking Your Gateway 450” on page 191.
Installing a printer, scanner, or 
other peripheral device
Your notebook or optional port replicator has one or more of the following...