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6Swipe your finger. A sample will be created and is 
indicated by a fingerprint icon in one of the circles.
7Repeat Step 6 two more times, then click Next. The 
Advanced Security screen appears.
8Type a password in the Backup password box, type the 
same password in the Retype password box, then click 
Next.
9Click Finish.
Using the Fingerprint Control Center
The Fingerprint Control Center lets the administrator of the 
notebook control how the fingerprint reader is used. You can:
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To use the Fingerprint Control Center:  
1Click Start, All Programs, Protector Suite QL, then click 
Control Center. The Fingerprint Control Center opens.
2Click the yellow arrow in front of an option, then click 
the option or setting you want to change.
Using the fingerprint reader features
For more information about the fingerprint reader and how 
to use its features, click Start,
 All Programs, Protector Suite 
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Using the smart card reader
Your notebook includes a smart card reader that provides 
enhanced log-on security. A smart card is a plastic card similar 
to an ATM card. Insert the card into the smart card reader, 
then enter a personal identification number (PIN) to log onto 
the notebook or the network. Smart cards are typically used 
by large corporations for security.
To insert a smart card:  
•Insert the smart card into the smart card slot with the 
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Using the EZ Pad touchpad
The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad, two buttons, and a scroll 
zone.
When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer 
(arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. You can 
use the scroll zone to scroll through documents. Use of the 
scroll zone may vary from program to program.
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You can use the EZ Pad left and right buttons below the 
touchpad to select objects.
Tip
You can attach a mouse to the notebook or optional port replicator using 
a USB port. You do not need to shut down the notebook to connect a USB 
mouse.
TipFor instructions on how to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, 
right-hand or left-hand configuration, and other touchpad settings, see 
“Changing the mouse, touchpad, or pointing device settings” in your online User 
Guide.
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Adjusting the brightness
To adjust screen brightness:  
•Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness 
keys on the keyboard. For more information, see 
“System key combinations” on page 26.
Adjusting the volume
You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume 
of your notebook.
Access a 
shortcut 
menu or find 
more 
information 
about an 
object on the 
screen.Position the 
pointer over the 
object. Quickly 
press and release 
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To adjust the overall volume level using hardware 
controls:  
•If you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the 
front of the speakers.
-OR-
Use the mute and volume control buttons on the 
keyboard. For more information, see “System key 
combinations” on page 26.
Turning your wireless radio on 
or off
Your Gateway notebook may have a factory-installed wireless 
radio.
IEEE 802.11 wireless network radio
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2Press FN + F2. The wireless status indicator turns on. 
For the location of the wireless status indicator, see 
“Using the status indicators” on page 23.
To turn the wireless IEEE 802.11 radio off:  
•Press FN + F2. The wireless status indicator turns off. 
For the location of the wireless status indicator, see 
“Using the status indicators” on page 23.
-OR-
Slide the wireless network switch to the OFF position 
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Using Drives and Accessories
•Changing modules
•Using the CD or DVD drive
•Using the memory card reader
•Adding and removing a PC Card
•Using a port replicator
•Installing a printer or other peripheral device
•Viewing the display on a projector or 
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•Viewing the display on a television
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Changing modules
Your notebook’s modular bay supports different bay modules, 
such as a CD drive, DVD drive, combination DVD/CD-RW drive, 
DVD±RW drive, a second hard drive, a diskette drive, a 
secondary battery, or a weightsaver.
To change bay modules:  
1If you are removing a drive, make sure that there is no 
disc in it.
2Make sure that the notebook is not in Standby or 
Hibernate mode.
3Close the LCD panel.
4Disconnect your notebook from the optional port...