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To use Hibernate mode:
■As an automatic power savings mode:
Open the Power Options Properties dialog box, then click/tap the 
Power 
Schemes
 tab. Click/Tap the arrow button to open a System hibernates list, 
then click/tap the time you want to use.
- OR -
Open the Power Options Properties dialog box, then click/tap the 
Advanced 
tab. Hibernate is now an option in the 
Power buttons lists.
■As a manually-selected power savings mode, click/tap Start, then...

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Traveling With
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These tips can make traveling with your convertible 
tablet PC more convenient and trouble-free. Read this 
chapter to learn about:
■Using the modem
■Using your radio frequency wireless connections
■Transferring files
■Protecting your convertible tablet PC from loss and 
theft
■Managing your convertible tablet PC’s power 
efficiently
Tips & TricksYou can download an electronic copy of this 
guide from 
support.gateway.com/support/manlib/
. 

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Packing your convertible tablet PC
■Remove all peripheral devices and cables. Remember to pack those you will 
need while traveling, and do not forget to pack at least one convertible 
tablet PC pen.
■Protect the pen by keeping it in your convertible tablet PC’s pen holder 
during travel. For more information, see “Right Side” on page 5.
■Pack the Gateway convertible tablet PC securely into the Gateway carrying 
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Modem
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Modem
■Take a telephone cord to connect the modem to telephone jacks. If you 
are traveling internationally, take telephone jack adapters or an acoustic 
handset coupler.
■Take a telephone line protector.
■Take a telephone line tester to check for unsafe lines, especially if you are 
traveling internationally.
■Take remote access information with you so you can connect to your ISP 
while outside of your usual calling area. A list of country dialing codes may 
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Files
■Copy your working files from your desktop computer to your convertible 
tablet PC before you travel.
■If you need to access your desktop computer files from your convertible 
tablet PC while traveling, set up your desktop computer for remote access. 
Contact your network administrator for more information about remote 
access.
■Take extra recordable media for transferring files between computers and 
backing up files.
Security
■Get a...

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Power
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To create a startup password:
1Restart your convertible tablet PC. As soon as you see a startup 
screen, pressF2. The BIOS Setup utility opens.
2Open the Security menu, then highlight Set Supervisor Password, 
then press E
NTER and follow the instructions. You must set the 
supervisor password in order to set the user (startup) password.
3Highlight Set User Password, then press ENTER and follow the 
instructions. This is the password you need to enter at startup.
4Highlight...

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Additional tips
■If you plan to use several USB peripheral devices, take a portable USB hub 
to provide additional USB ports.
■Take a network cable if you need to connect to a network. Some hotels 
provide Internet connectivity only through their networks.
■If your convertible tablet PC has been exposed to cold temperatures, allow 
it to warm to room temperature before turning it on.
■Carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport when...

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Customizing
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Gateway M275
This chapter provides information about customizing your 
convertible tablet PC by changing settings in Windows. 
Read this chapter to learn how to:
■Change screen and display settings
■Change the background and screen saver
■Adjust the touchpad settings
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Using the display
Changing display orientation
You can change the display orientation from the default, landscape (horizontal), 
to portrait (vertical) or secondary landscape (180 degrees from the default) 
Screen Rotation button. For more information, see “Tablet control buttons” on 
page 32.
To change display orientation:
■Press Screen Rotation button to step through display orientations.
To change orientation properties:...