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 Using the
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Port Replicator
The optional port replicator gives you a convenient way to 
attach external devices such as a monitor, a full-size 
keyboard, or an AC adapter.
Although devices can be attached directly to the ports on 
your convertible tablet PC, the port replicator lets you 
make all of those connections in one step. The port 
replicator also gives you access to additional ports not 
found on your convertible tablet PC.
Read this chapter to learn:
■Where ports and jacks are located
■How to connect and disconnect the port replicator
■How to secure the port replicator with a locking cable 
						

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Front
Component Icon Description
Kensington™  lock ring Secure your convertible tablet PC and port replicator to 
an object by connecting a Kensington cable lock through 
this ring and into the Kensington lock slot on your 
convertible tablet PC. For more information, see 
“Securing your port replicator” on page 278.
Docking port Connect your convertible tablet PC to this port.
Warning! Power is passed through this port. This 
docking connection is certified to UL 1950 for use only 
with convertible tablet PCs designed for your Gateway 
port replicator.
Docking release latch Press the release latch to attach the convertible 
tablet PC. Lift the release latch to release your 
convertible tablet PC.
Docking 
portDocking 
release 
latch Kensington 
lock ring 
						

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Left side
Component Icon Description
USB port Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a 
diskette drive, flash drive, Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, 
scanner, camera, keyboard, or mouse) into this port.
USB port 
						

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Component Icon Description
S/PDIF  digital  audio  jack Plug an optical (Toslink) AC-3 digital audio cable into this 
jack.
S-Video  out  jack Plug a standard S-Video cable into this jack and the jack 
on an S-Video device (such as a television or VCR). For 
more information, see “Viewing the display on a 
television” on page 150.
USB  ports Plug USB (Universal Serial Bus) devices (such as a USB 
Iomega™ Zip™ drive, printer, scanner, camera, 
keyboard, or mouse) into these ports.
Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector.
Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack.
Headphone jack Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack. 
The built-in speakers on your convertible tablet PC are 
turned off when speakers or headphones are plugged 
into this jack.
This jack is turned off when headphones are plugged into 
your convertible tablet PC’s headphone jack.
S/PDIF digital 
audio jack
Headphone jack
Line in jackPower connector
Ethernet 
jack Serial 
portMonitor 
port Parallel 
portUSB 
ports S-Video
out jack
PS/2 keyboard portPS/2 mouse port
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www.gateway.com Line in jack Connect an external audio input source (such as a 
stereo) to this jack so that you can record sound on your 
convertible tablet PC or play sound through your 
convertible tablet PC speakers.
Parallel port Plug a parallel device (such as a printer) into this port.
Serial port Plug a serial device (such as a digital camera) into this 
port.
Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor into this port.
Ethernet  jack Plug a 10/100 Ethernet network cable into this jack. For 
more information, see “Connecting to a wired Ethernet 
network” on page 48 and “Networking Your 
Gateway M275” on page 197.
PS/2  keyboard  port Plug a Personal System/2 (PS/2) keyboard into this port. 
Attaching a PS/2 keyboard to your port replicator may 
deactivate the built-in keyboard.
PS/2 mouse port Plug a Personal System/2 (PS/2) mouse into this port. 
Attaching a PS/2 mouse to your port replicator may 
deactivate the touchpad.
Component Icon Description 
						

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Connecting to the port replicator
You can attach your convertible tablet PC to the port replicator while your 
convertible tablet PC is off, on, or in Standby mode.
Attaching to the port replicator
To attach your convertible tablet PC to the port replicator:
1Make sure the docking release latch is in the fully raised position.
2Align the connector holes on the bottom of your convertible tablet PC with 
the docking posts on the port replicator.
3Press down on the docking release latch until your convertible tablet PC 
moves into place.
4Connect external devices to the ports on the port replicator.
ImportantYour convertible tablet PC may detect additional devices 
and add drivers after being attached to the port replicator. 
This process must be completed for components to work 
correctly. Follow any on-screen instructions, if necessary. 
						

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Connecting to the port replicator
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Disconnecting from the port replicator
You can separate your convertible tablet PC from the port replicator while your 
convertible tablet PC is off or on (not in Standby or Hibernate mode).
To separate your convertible tablet PC from the port replicator:
1If your convertible tablet PC is off, go to Step 2.
-OR-
Click/Tap 
Start, then click/tap Undock Computer. The Undock Computer 
menu item appears in the Start menu only while your convertible tablet PC 
is docked.
2Pull up on the docking release latch. Your convertible tablet PC will move 
out and away from the port replicator.
3Lift your convertible tablet PC off of the port replicator. 
						

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Securing your port replicator
You can secure your convertible tablet PC and port replicator to an object by 
using the security ring located on the left side of the port replicator and the 
Kensington lock slot located on the left side of your convertible tablet PC.
To secure your convertible tablet PC and port replicator:
1Open the security ring on the port replicator.
2Attach your convertible tablet PC to the port replicator.
3Secure one end of the Kensington cable to a solid object, then run the other 
end of the cable through the security ring and lock it into the slot provided 
on the left side of your convertible tablet PC.
ImportantIf your are using a PC Card in your convertible tablet PC, 
attach the Kensington cable to the Kensington slot located 
on the right side of your convertible tablet PC. 
						

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Troubleshooting
This chapter provides some solutions to common 
convertible tablet PC problems. Read this chapter to learn 
how to:
■Troubleshoot typical hardware and software problems
■Get telephone support
■Use automated troubleshooting systems
■Get tutoring and training
If the suggestions in this chapter do not correct the 
problem, see “Getting Help” on page 51 for more 
information about how to get help. 
						

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Safety guidelines
While troubleshooting your convertible tablet PC, follow these safety 
guidelines:
■Never remove the memory bay cover, keyboard, or hard drive kit if your 
convertible tablet PC is turned on, the batteries are installed, or while the 
modem cable, network cable, or AC power adapter are connected to your 
convertible tablet PC.
■Make sure that you are correctly grounded before accessing internal 
components. For more information about preventing damage from static 
electricity, see “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 254.
■After you complete any maintenance tasks where you remove the memory 
bay cover, keyboard, or hard drive kit, make sure that you replace the cover, 
keyboard, or hard drive kit, reinstall any screws, then replace the batteries 
before you start your convertible tablet PC.
WarningDo not try to troubleshoot your problem if power cords or 
plugs are damaged, if your convertible tablet PC was 
dropped, or if the case was damaged. Instead, unplug your 
convertible tablet PC and contact a qualified computer 
technician.