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S-Video
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S-Video
The S-Video jack allows you to output to a television or display devices that 
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External keyboard
This notebook has a keyboard with full-sized keys and an embedded keypad. 
If you feel more comfortable using a desktop keyboard, you can connect a USB 
external keyboard.
To connect an external keyboard, plug the external keyboard into the USB port. 
						

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External pointing device
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External pointing device
This notebook accepts a USB mouse or a similar pointing device. 
						

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Printer
You can connect a printer to your notebook’s parallel or USB port. See your 
printer manual for operating instructions.
  
						

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Audio devices
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Audio devices
Audio devices connect to the audio ports on the back of your notebook. You 
can plug an external microphone into the microphone jack, an audio line-in 
device into the line-in jack, and amplified speakers or headphones into the 
microphone jack. See “Back” on page 13 for information about port location.
The subwoofer is located on the front of your notebook. See “Front” on page 
10 for the location of the subwoofer. The subwoofer carries low-frequency 
sound to give a bass boost and create a rumbling effect for certain special effects 
sounds, such as explosions and trains. 
						

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PC Card
Your notebook has a built-in CardBus PC Card slot that can accommodate one 
type II PC Card. Contact Gateway for PC Card options available that you can 
purchase for your notebook.
PC Card slot
The type II CardBus PC Card slot found on the left side of your notebook accepts 
credit-card-sized cards that enhance the usability and expandability of your 
notebook.
PC Cards (formerly PCMCIA) are add-on cards for notebooks, giving you 
expansion possibilities long afforded by desktop PCs. Popular type II cards 
include flash memory, SRAM, and SCSI cards. CardBus improves on the 16-bit 
PC card technology by expanding the data path to 32 bits.
ImportantRefer to your card’s manual for details on how to install and 
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PC Card
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Inserting a card
Insert the card into the slot and make the correct connections (for example, a 
network cable), if necessary. See your card manual for details.
Ejecting a card
Before ejecting a PC Card:
■Exit the program using the card
■Left-click the PC Card icon on the taskbar and stop the card operation
Press the slot eject button once to pop it out, then press it again to eject the 
PC Card. 
						

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USB devices
Your notebook has three USB (Universal Serial Bus) (2.0) ports that allow you 
to connect peripheral devices. Common USB devices include a mouse, 
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IEEE 1394 devices
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IEEE 1394 devices
Your notebooks fast IEEE 1394 ports allow you to connect IEEE 1394 supported 
devices like a digital video camera or optical drive. Your notebook comes with 
two IEEE 1394 ports: a 4-pin port and 6-pin port.
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Miscellaneous options
Additional AC adapters and batteries
You can order an AC adapter and spare batteries from Gateway.
Battery
It is a good practice to have a spare battery around, especially when you travel. 
The Li-Ion battery, coupled with the power management features of your 
notebook, supplies you with more power on-the-go.
AC adapter
The compact AC adapter charges your battery and supplies power to your 
notebook. You can order a spare AC adapter so you do not need to carry it from 
the office to your home or destination.