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The Restoration CDs step you through reinstalling Windows XP or 
Windows 2000. If you are reinstalling Windows XP or Windows 2000, the 
Restoration CDs automatically reinstall the hardware device drivers and some 
programs as well. You can install any remaining programs by using the program 
CDs that came with your notebook. To reinstall your programs, follow the 
instructions in “Reinstalling programs” on page 238.
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13Wait while the setup program copies files to your hard drive. When your 
notebook restarts, do NOT press any key to boot from CD.
14When prompted, insert the red Drivers and Applications CD, then click 
Continue. The Gateway Application Loader automatically installs your 
drivers and programs. Your notebook restarts several times during this 
process. Do not press any keys or buttons during this process unless 
prompted to do so.
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Upgrading Your
Notebook
This chapter provides information about adding hardware 
devices to your notebook. Read this chapter to learn 
how to:
■Add and remove PC Cards
■Add and replace memory
■Replace the hard drive 

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Adding and removing a PC Card
Your notebook has a PC Card slot (also known as a PCMCIA card slot). This 
slot accepts one Type II card.
You do not need to restart your notebook when changing most cards because 
your notebook supports hot-swapping. Hot-swapping means that you can insert 
a PC Card while your notebook is running. If your PC Card does not work after 
hot-swapping, see the PC Card manufacturer’s documentation for further 
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Adding and removing a PC Card
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To remove a PC Card:
1Click the remove hardware icon in the taskbar, the PC Card name, then 
click
Stop.
-OR-
Turn off your notebook.
2Press the PC Card eject button once to release the eject button.
3Press the PC Card eject button again to eject the PC Card.
ImportantIf the remove hardware icon does not appear on the 
taskbar, click the show hidden icons button. 

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Preventing static electricity 
discharge
The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static 
electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Before installing memory or replacing the hard drive, follow these guidelines:
■Turn off your notebook.
■Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics stores) and 
attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench or other grounded 
connection.
■Touch a bare metal...

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Adding or replacing memory
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Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines:
■Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing 
foam.
■Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready 
to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags 
because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection.
■Always hold components by their edges. Avoid touching the edge 
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Adding or replacing memory in the memory 
bay
To add or replace memory modules:
1Follow the instructions under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on 
page 246.
2Turn off your notebook, disconnect the AC adapter and modem and 
network cables.
3Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
ImportantUse only memory modules designed for the 
Gateway M350 for upgrading your memory.
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4Remove the battery. For more information, see “Replacing the battery” on 
page 157.
5Loosen the five memory bay cover screws, then remove the memory bay 
cover.
6If you are removing a module, gently press outward on the clip at each 
end of the memory module until the module tilts upward.
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7Pull the memory module out of the slot.
8Hold the new or replacement module at a 30-degree angle and press it into 
the empty memory slot. This module is keyed so it can only be inserted 
in one direction. If the module does not fit, make sure that the notch in 
the module lines up with the tab in the memory bay.
9Gently push the module down until it clicks in place.
10Replace the memory bay cover and tighten the cover screws.
11Insert the battery,...