Gateway m520 User Manual

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To free IRQ resources for the new device:
1In the Device Manager window, check the device list for a 
resource conflict. A resource conflict appears as a black 
exclamation point in a yellow circle.
2Remove the device you are trying to install, then determine 
which one of the existing devices or ports you can disable.
3Right-click the device or port you want to disable, then click 
Disable. The device or port is disabled.
Display
The screen is too dark
Adjust the brightness using the...

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■Move your notebook away from sources of electrical interference, 
such as televisions, unshielded speakers, microwaves, fluorescent 
lights, and metal beams or shelves.
The display has pixels that are always dark or too bright
This condition is normal and inherent in the TFT technology used in 
active-matrix LCD screens. Gateway’s inspection standards keep these to 
a minimum. If you feel these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense 
on your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to...

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■Make sure that the volume control on your notebook is turned up. 
For more information, see “Multi-function buttons” on page 34.
■Make sure that the Windows volume control is turned up.
■Make sure that Mute controls are turned off. For more information 
about the mute setting, see “Multi-function buttons” on page 34.
■Make sure that headphones are not plugged into the headphone 
jack. For the location of the headphone jack, see “Back” on page 13.
■If you are using powered speakers,...

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The regional code on your DVD drive is determined by your 
notebook’s delivery address. The regional code for the United States 
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regional code must match the regional code of the disc. The regional 
code for the disc is on the disc, disc documentation, or packaging.
If the DVD movie does not play, the disc’s regional code and your 
DVD drive’s regional code may not...

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Hard drive
You see an “Insufficient disk space” error message
■Delete unnecessary files from the hard drive using Disk Cleanup.
■Empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking the Recycle Bin icon, then 
clicking 
Empty Recycle Bin.
■Save your files to another drive. If the hard drive is full, copy any 
files not regularly used to backup media, then delete them from the 
hard drive.
You see a “Data error” message
This may be the result of a defective area on the hard drive. To fix hard 
drive...

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The hard drive cannot be accessed, or you see a “General failure 
reading drive C” error message
■Make sure that the hard drive is installed correctly. Remove it, firmly 
reinsert it, then restart your notebook. For more information, see 
“Replacing the hard drive kit” on page 70.
■If your notebook has been subjected to static electricity or physical 
shock, you may need to reinstall the operating system.
Internet
You cannot connect to the Internet
■If you are using a dial-up modem,...

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You see an “Unable to locate host” message and are unable to browse 
the Internet
This problem can occur when you have typed a URL (Web address) 
incorrectly, you have lost your Internet connection, or your ISP is having 
technical difficulties.
Double-check the URL or try a different URL. If the error message still 
appears, disconnect from the ISP connection and close your browser, 
then reconnect and open the browser. If you still get the error, your ISP 
may be having technical...

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■If you spilled liquid in the keyboard, turn off your notebook and 
unplug the keyboard. Clean the keyboard and turn it upside down 
to drain it. Let the keyboard dry before using it again. If the keyboard 
does not work after it dries, you may need to replace it.
A keyboard character keeps repeating or you see a “Keyboard stuck” 
or “Key failure” error message
■Make sure that nothing is resting on the keyboard.
■Make sure that a key is not stuck. Press each key to loosen a key that...

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Modem (dial-up)
Your modem does not dial or does not connect
■Make sure that the modem cable is plugged into the modem jack 
and not the Ethernet network jack. See “Back” on page 13 to make 
sure that the connections have been made correctly.
■Make sure that your notebook is connected to the telephone line 
and the telephone line has a dial tone.
■Make sure that the modem cable is less than 6 feet (1.8 meters) long.
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■Disconnect any answering machine, fax machine, or printer that is 
on the same line as the modem. Do not connect these devices to 
the same telephone line as the modem.
■Make sure that you are not using a digital, rollover, or PBX line. 
These lines do not work with your modem.
■Check for line noise (scratchy, crackling, or popping sounds). Line 
noise is a common problem that can cause the modem to connect 
at a slower rate, abort downloads, or even disconnect. The faster the 
modem,...