Gateway m275 User Manual
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11 Identifying your model www.gateway.com Gateway serial number You can locate the Gateway serial number: ■Printed on a white sticker on the bottom or back of your convertible tablet PC. ■Printed on the customer invoice that came with your convertible tablet PC. The invoice also contains your customer ID number. Internal wireless label A label similar to the following indicates your convertible tablet PC contains a wireless communications device. The label is affixed to the main system label. Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your convertible tablet PC includes the product key code for your operating system.
12 Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway M275 www.gateway.com Finding your specifications For more information about your convertible tablet PC, such as memory size, memory type, and hard drive size, visit Gateway’s eSupport page at support.gateway.com . The eSupport page also has links to additional Gateway documentation and detailed specifications. For more information, see “Using eSupport” on page 55.
13 Accessories www.gateway.com Accessories Gateway offers accessories that can help you make the most of using your convertible tablet PC. To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at accessories.gateway.com . Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters If you run your convertible tablet PC on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so you can swap batteries when necessary. See “Replacing the battery” on page 160 for more information about using an additional battery in your convertible tablet PC. With an automobile/airplane power adapter, you can save battery power by plugging your convertible tablet PC 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. Drives Use a diskette drive or USB flash drive for storing files or transferring files to another computer. See “Using the optional diskette drive” on page 140. 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 255 for more information. Peripheral devices You can attach devices (such as a keyboard, mouse, printer, monitor, or diskette drive) to your convertible tablet PC. Port replicators Although you can attach devices directly to your convertible tablet PC, a port replicator lets you make all of those connections at one time. When you travel with your convertible tablet PC, you merely disconnect from the port replicator instead of unplugging all the devices.
14 Chapter 1: Checking Out Your Gateway M275 www.gateway.com A port replicator also provides additional ports and other expansion features not included with your convertible tablet PC. See “Using the Gateway M275 Port Replicator” on page 271 for more information about using a port replicator with your convertible tablet PC. Printers You can attach almost any type of printer to your convertible tablet PC. 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 49 for more information about attaching a printer to your convertible tablet PC. 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 printing large documents.
2 15 Getting Started This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway convertible tablet PC. Read this chapter to find out how to: ■Connect the AC adapter ■Start and turn off your convertible tablet PC ■Identify the status indicators ■Use the keyboard ■Use the EZ Pad touchpad ■Use the display ■Use the pen ■Connect the modem ■Connect to an Ethernet network ■Install peripheral devices
16 Chapter 2: Getting Started www.gateway.com Safety instructions Certain precautions should be observed to further reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your convertible tablet PC. General tips ■When setting up your convertible tablet PC for work, place it on a level surface. ■Before you clean your convertible tablet PC, turn if off, unplug it from its power source, and remove the battery. For more information, see “Cleaning your convertible tablet PC” on page 237. ■Do not push objects into air vents or openings of your convertible tablet PC. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components. ■When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector, not on the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned. ■Use of mobile phones can interfere with the sound system. Your convertible tablet PC operation is not impaired but we recommend that a distance of 12 inches (30 cm) be maintained between your convertible tablet PC and the mobile phone. ■When you move your convertible tablet PC between environments with very different humidity or temperature ranges, condensation may form on or within your convertible tablet PC. To avoid damaging your convertible tablet PC, allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using your convertible tablet PC. ■When traveling, do not check your convertible tablet PC as baggage. You can put your convertible tablet PC through an X-ray security machine, but never put your convertible tablet PC through a metal detector. If you have your convertible tablet PC checked by hand, be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on your convertible tablet PC. For more information, see “Traveling With Your Gateway M275” on page 173. ■When traveling, do not place your convertible tablet PC in overhead storage compartments where it could slide around. For more information, see “Traveling With Your Gateway M275” on page 173.
17 Safety instructions www.gateway.com ■Do not drop your convertible tablet PC or subject it to other physical shocks. ■To completely turn off all convertible tablet PC power, turn your convertible tablet PC off, remove the battery, and disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet. ■The bottom of your convertible tablet PC can become warm with use. This is normal. ■Do not apply heavy pressure to your convertible tablet PC or subject it to strong impact. Excessive pressure or impact can cause damage to convertible tablet PC components, break the display screen, or otherwise cause malfunctions. ■Some PC Cards can become hot with prolonged use. Overheating of a PC Card can result in errors or instability in the card’s operation. Be careful when you remove a PC Card that has been used for extended periods. Using the battery ■Do not carry a battery in your pocket, purse, or other container where metal objects (such as car keys) could short-circuit the battery terminals. The resulting excessive current flow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in heat damage. ■Protect your convertible tablet PC, battery, and hard drive from environmental hazards such as dirt, dust, food, liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight. ■Replace only with a Gateway convertible tablet PC battery to avoid risk of fire or explosion. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 159. ■Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 159. Using the AC adapter ■Place the adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desktop or on the floor, when you use it to run your convertible tablet PC or to charge the battery. Do not cover the adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling, and do not use the adapter while it is inside a carrying case.
18 Chapter 2: Getting Started www.gateway.com ■Make sure that nothing rests on your adapter’s power cable and that the cable is not located where it can be tripped over or stepped on. ■Use only the adapter and power cord approved for use with this convertible tablet PC. Use of another type of adapter may create a risk of fire or explosion. ■If you use an extension cable with your adapter, ensure that the total ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable. Basic safety precautions When using your convertible tablet PC and peripheral devices, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: ■Do not use this product near water. For example, do not use it near a bathtub or kitchen sink. ■Avoid using the wired modem or LAN during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. ■The cable used with the modem should be manufactured with a minimum wire size of 26 American wire gauge (AWG) and an FCC-compliant RJ-11 modular plug. ■To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. WarningWhen working with peripheral devices or replacing memory modules, always follow installation instructions closely. Except for replacing memory or the hard drive, do not attempt to service your convertible tablet PC yourself. (See “Using eSupport” on page 55 and “Telephone support” on page 304 for service information.)
19 Connecting the AC adapter www.gateway.com Connecting the AC adapter You can run your convertible tablet PC using an AC adapter or your convertible tablet PC’s battery. The battery was shipped to you partially charged. You should use the AC adapter right away to fully charge the battery. Allow 24 hours for the battery to fully charge. To connect the AC adapter: 1Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. ImportantIf the battery is not fully charged before you use your convertible tablet PC on battery power for the first time, the battery life may be much shorter than you expect. If the battery life seems short even after being charged for 24 hours, the battery may need to be recalibrated. For more information, see “Recalibrating the battery” on page 158. WarningMake sure that you use the AC adapter that came with your convertible tablet PC or one of the same type purchased from Gateway. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your convertible tablet PC may be damaged.
20 Chapter 2: Getting Started www.gateway.com 2Connect the AC adapter to your convertible tablet PC’s power connector. 3Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on (see “LED status indicators” on page 25 for the location of the battery charge indicator). If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, unplug the adapter from your convertible tablet PC, then plug it back in. 4When you finish using your convertible tablet PC for the first time, turn it off and leave it connected to AC power for at least 24 hours. Protecting from power source problems During a power surge, the voltage level of electricity coming into your convertible tablet PC can increase to far above normal levels and cause data loss or system damage. Protect your convertible tablet PC and peripheral devices by connecting them to a surge protector, which absorbs voltage surges and prevents them from reaching your convertible tablet PC. WarningDo not attempt to disassemble the AC adapter. The AC adapter has no user-replaceable or user-serviceable parts inside. The AC adapter has dangerous voltages that can cause serious injury or death. Contact Gateway about returning defective AC adapters.